Archive for December, 2012
Kidney transplant recipient has more time to do what he loves
Darnell Marshall says he’s always on the go. Now he has a lot more time to do the things he loves—like ride his Harley Electra Glide—after undergoing a kidney transplant four months ago today at the Washington University and Barnes-Jewish Transplant Center. The long-term effects of diabetes had taken its toll on Marshall’s kidneys. The 61-year-old [...]
St. Louis Symphony brings comfort through music
We realize that many of the patients and visitors passing through our lobbies would rather be anywhere else. That’s why we welcome the presence of volunteer musicians who come to perform on or near the grand piano in the lobby. Sometimes a singer stops by; other times a flutist. Today, we were honored to have [...]
Patients receive special holiday wishes
Thursday, December 6, was shaping up to be another good day for Brant Nemec. After all, he was another day closer to going home after receiving his second double lung transplant. But then he received an unexpected visitor with an unexpected gift, which made his day ever better. Transplant coordinator Laura Roldan, RN, stopped by [...]
Heart & Vascular Wellness Zone
Come see us at the Rams game this Sunday and learn more about our upcoming event, the Heart & Vascular Wellness Zone! You can also enter for a chance to win 4 premium lower level tickets and VIP on-field passes for the game against the Arizona Cardinals in 2013. Mark your calendars for the Heart [...]
History of Barnes-Jewish Hospital
Barnes-Jewish Hospital has a rich tradition of medical excellence and exceptional health care and respects the religious beliefs of each team member and patient. In honor of the first day of Hanukkah, we’re taking a look at the history of the Jewish Hospital of St. Louis and the ways this important holiday has been celebrated [...]
The flu is here. Are you prepared?
Have you already received your flu shot this season? If not, you might want to consider getting one as soon as possible. That’s because according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the flu season is off to its earliest start in a decade – and it could be a bad one. Emergency [...]
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