The Christ Hospital Health Network

Supporting our patients beyond The Christ Hospital walls! Heather Britt, a dedicated dance instructor and founder of Dancefix by HBDC, believes in the power of community and strives to bring people together. After facing a challenging breast cancer diagnosis with a difficult prognosis, she sought a second opinion from the cancer experts at The Christ Hospital Health Network. Thanks to their care, Heather found a renewed sense of hope through another kind of community. Last weekend, two key members of her care team—Dr. Jennifer Manders, surgical oncologist, and Dr. Natalie Geier, radiation oncologist—were there to celebrate the ribbon-cutting of DanceFix’s new studio in Walnut Hills, where The Christ Hospital was proud to be a grand opening sponsor. Congratulations to Heather and the entire DanceFix community on this new beginning!

Meet Dayton tattoo artist Justin Barbarino – a passionate runner, devoted family man, and survivor. In 2023, Justin's life took a sudden turn with a diagnosis of congestive heart failure, leading him to rely on a Left Ventricular Assist Device (LVAD) to keep him going every day. Thanks to the expert care of Dr. Greg Egnaczyk and the incredible heart team, Justin is able to keep doing what he loves!

We’re thrilled to welcome Xavier University residents Kate Lair and William Cleary to our team! Under the mentorship of our executive leaders, Kate and Bill will gain invaluable hands-on experience in patient care processes, clinical workflows, and navigating the challenges of healthcare. Their contributions will be instrumental in supporting our mission and helping us achieve our organizational goals. Welcome, Kate and Bill—we’re excited to see the impact you’ll make!

Last month, Hurricane Helene caused widespread devastation, displacing thousands of families. Amid the destruction, communities across the nation stepped up to lend a helping hand—including Northern Kentuckian and The Christ Hospital’s own ER doctor, Dr. Ginger Bell, and her family. "It's small things that made a big difference, and to some people, realizing they were getting hot food, when they realize they may hot have anything.... We walked away with just a renewed sense of humanity." says Dr. Ginger Bell. Ginger, her husband—a retired Cincinnati police sergeant—and their three children packed up and drove to North Carolina to assist however they could. With the support of friends, family, coworkers, and neighbors, the Bells raised $12,000, collected thousands of dollars’ worth of non-perishable food items, and even arranged for a helicopter to deliver fresh produce to those in need. We couldn’t be prouder of this incredible act of community outreach! 💙 Read the full story to hear more about Ginger and her family's impact: https://lnkd.in/gpvsvBZD

Paul Favorito, MD, orthopedic surgeon, and his 2022 fellow, Dennis DeBernardis, DO, presented their shoulder arthroplasty research last week at the American Shoulder and Elbow Surgeons (ASES) Annual Meeting in San Antonio. Their presentation focused on a specialized glenoid prosthesis for shoulder replacements in patients with glenoid bone loss. This important research has also been accepted for publication in the Journal of Shoulder and Elbow Surgery! Conducted alongside David Donnelly, PA, and Dr. Aditya Bahel, radiologist, this study represents the longest and most comprehensive follow-up on this prosthesis to date. We are incredibly proud of Dr. Favorito's mentorship and of these dedicated professionals for showcasing their significant contributions to orthopedic surgery research on a national stage.

We’re excited to welcome Shree Lata Radhakrishnan, MD, to The Christ Hospital Health Network's Women's Heart Center! Dr. Radhakrishnan will be serving patients at our new locations in Mason and Ft. Wright, Kentucky. Dr. Radhakrishnan finds her passion for preventative cardiology as she joins one of the fastest-growing women's heart centers in the country, alongside the Medical Director for The Christ Hospital Women’s Heart Center, Odayme Quesada, MD, MHS, FACC, FAHA, FESC. “We are here to listen to our patients and fight heart disease together with a focus on both treatment of existing conditions and on preventative care. I strongly believe in the importance of open communication and a patient’s ability to make informed and shared decisions about their care," says Dr. Radhakrishnan. Congratulations on your new role, Dr. Radhakrishnan!

Delaying care can keep you from enjoying the activities you love—whether it's playing pickleball or simply standing comfortably. For hip replacement patient Jennifer Duffey, she's beyond grateful to orthopedic surgeon Dr. Todd Kelley for helping her get back to what she loves!

We are proud to announce that The Christ Hospital Health Network has earned Bronze-level recognition as a Joy in Medicine™ health organization from the American Medical Association. This prestigious distinction highlights healthcare systems that prioritize the well-being and professional fulfillment of physicians. “At The Christ Hospital Health Network, the mantra “everything it takes” must include supporting an inclusive and welcoming workplace for all of our team members,” said Mark Manley, MD, Medical Staff President at The Christ Hospital Health Network. “Our medical staff is made up of some of the best in the healthcare industry and the overall wellbeing of our providers remains a top priority to a make sure we continue to acquire talented individuals to build our award-winning care.” As we continue our efforts, our network remains dedicated to supporting the well-being of our providers and physicians, working to reduce burnout and foster a positive work environment for all!

Starting the workday on a caffeinated note with BIGGBY COFFEE! This hardworking team of Medical Techs (both pictured and not pictured) has been going above and beyond, so their manager nominated them for Warm 98.5's "Workday Perk-up" – and they won! Thank you, Warm 98.5 along with Biggby Coffee, for treating this dedicated team to some complimentary coffee and breakfast goodies!

Shoutout to Sam Hubbard for that game-changing interception in our favorite hometown team’s win on Sunday! 🙌 Just like Sam stops the competition, early detection stops health issues before they start. Stay ahead of the game—schedule your screening or annual checkup today!