Just Above the Waves
Charismatic. Type-A. Determined. Sharon Marcotte is a self-starter who loves to be on the go. She can often be found traveling with her husband of 54 years, John, in their motorhome. Her world stopped, however, in June 2019 when she discovered a marble-sized lump in her left breast. Sharon was a nurse for 50 years, […]
Pregnancy and Birth During COVID-19: How to Prepare
While pregnancy during the COVID-19 pandemic is full of unknowns, there are many things you can do to help protect yourself and your infant. Here are some tips from the Riverview Health OB/GYN physicians and hospitalists to help keep your growing family safe. Before Delivery Practice good hand hygiene. It may sound overly simple, but […]
What to Expect When Delivering at Riverview Health During the COVID-19 Pandemic
To those who are delivering here soon at Riverview Health during the COVID-19 pandemic—take a deep breath. We know that there is a lot of uncertainty right now and you may be feeling anxious. Please rest assured that the Riverview Health maternity team is doing everything possible to ensure a healthy environment for your labor, […]
A Tall Order: Beating Breast Cancer and Lymphedema
Shannon Watson’s phone began to ring. As a Riverview Health employee herself, she quickly recognized the number as her doctor’s office. Shannon excused herself from her desk to take the call in private. During the call Shannon got the news she had been fearing—she had breast cancer. Once back at her desk, the severity of […]
#MyFocus: Get to Know Annie Walker, FNP
Outgoing. Caring. Dedicated. These are words that are used to describe Annie Walker, a family nurse practitioner at Riverview Health Physicians Westfield Medical. A former emergency room nurse for 16 years, Annie is an experienced caregiver who prides herself on providing personalized care to her patients. To help her patients get to know her better, […]
#MyFocus: Meet Dr. Ashley Seidner
Meet Ashley Seidner, DO, a physician at Riverview Health Physicians OB/GYN. Dr. Seidner enjoys educating, empowering and caring for women while building long-lasting relationships with her patients. Dr. Seidner believes it’s her privilege to advocate for women and to provide high-quality care for them through all stages of their lives—from adolescence to maternity, menopause and […]
#MyFocus: Get to Know Dr. Neha Yakhmi
Meet Neha Yakhmi, MD, an allergy and immunology physician at Riverview Health Physicians Allergy & Immunology. Whether you have a concern regarding asthma, environmental allergies or immune deficiency, Dr. Yakhmi can provide the support you need. As a new physician at Riverview Health, we decided to ask Dr. Yakhmi a few questions to get to […]
Eyes of Kindness
Kim Hogge pulls her sketchbooks out of her bag and opens them to display the work inside. The sketches start simple—the outline of a face with nothing more than eyes, a nose and a mouth. Some of the drawings are even a little sloppy, while others more precise. But as you flip through the sketchbook, […]
Bringing more ER & Urgent Care to Hamilton County
Because of the COVID-19 outbreak, Riverview Health Emergency Room & Urgent Care—Carmel opened later than expected. But despite the delay, the location is now open, and we are proud to offer this new, convenient model of care to residents of Carmel and the surrounding areas. The Riverview Health Emergency Room & Urgent Care facilities have […]
Hanging Up Her Hat After 32 Years of Volunteer Work
Although common items people look for in a hospital gift shop likely include flowers, cards and candy, it was the clothes, jewelry and people that initially gave Carolyn Johns a reason to visit. Carolyn describes herself as a fashion-lover who enjoys helping others. So, she was naturally drawn to volunteering at hospital gift shops throughout […]