ProMedica Wildwood Orthopaedic and Spine Hospital

01/27/2026

Find out how one patient turned to the Regenerative Medicine experts at ProMedica following an injury, and how he's recovering now.

01/24/2026

Craig Raberding, MD, an orthopaedic surgeon at ProMedica, looks at the evolution of the cast and the paths that shaped what they are today. “Some of the first casts known were from the ancient Egyptians,” Dr. Raberding said. “They used tree bark and linen to pull long bones into a straight position.”

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Simple fractures are a dime a dozen, no matter your age. When someone breaks a bone, these days, they can be seen with colorful casts, even some with ...

01/23/2026

What do the new federal nutrition guidelines mean for you and your family? 🍎🧅🥔

Matthew Fourman, MD, a weight loss surgeon at ProMedica, shares his insight:

A weight loss surgeon at ProMedica joins WTOL 11 to explain new federal nutrition guidelines.

01/22/2026

With frigid temperatures approaching, Dr. Madelyn Aittama, emergency medicine physician at ProMedica, shares the importance of staying indoors.

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While Tuesday may have seemed like the perfect snow day for kids to enjoy, one doctor we spoke to says this kind of cold is just not safe.

01/20/2026

Trying to lose weight? 💪 More cardio isn’t always the answer. Dr. Matthew Fourman, a board-certified bariatric surgeon, says strength training is just as important for burning fat and reshaping your body.

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01/18/2026

Metabolism changes with age—but you can fight back.

Build muscle, stay active, and fuel your body with balanced meals. Every little step helps!

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12/26/2025

From caroling to cheering and holiday gatherings, seasonal activities can strain your vocal cords. Abbi Riechman, a speech-language pathologist at ProMedica, explains the common causes of losing your voice during the holidays.

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People tend to notice problems with their voice box after the Christmas season. A month of caroling and socializing can do that to you, local experts said. ...

12/24/2025

Eugene Izsak, MD, director of pediatric emergency medicine at ProMedica, discusses the recent increase in flu and norovirus cases being reported by emergency departments.

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Emergency departments are reporting an increase in flu cases as illnesses force some schools to close heading toward the holiday gathering season.

12/23/2025

Jaime Casida, LSW, a behavioral health therapist at ProMedica, explains the different ways kids process the truth about Santa Claus. 🎅🎄

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The brand of Christmas in the 21st century has grown from a Christian religious celebration to a cultural phenomenon to a yearlong state of mind that hits ...

12/18/2025

Taking multiple medications? ProMedica pharmacy expert David Chen explains how mixing prescriptions can increase the risk of drug interactions- and what to watch for.

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Americans are seeing more adverse interactions as prescribed drugs are increasingly becoming a part of their health regimen. A Civic Science poll reports ...

12/18/2025

Joint pain that persists despite therapy or injections may be a sign it’s time to consider surgery. Dr. David Ervin performs hip and knee replacements and can help you get on the road to recovery.

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12/15/2025

ProMedica Urgent Care Virtual Visits fit into your schedule so you can see a ProMedica provider for common, low-level conditions from wherever it’s most convenient. Learn more: