2012 REPOSITORY FEATURES:
March 14 feature - Aultman believes in the power of prevention. Check out the March feature to learn about proper nutrition, exercise, health numbers and more wellness topics!
Feb. 16 feature - Aultman Hospital was named one of the nation's 50 Top Cardiovascular Hospitals by Thomson Reuters for the third time in 2012. Find out why in this feature on the Aultman Heart Center.
Jan. 18 feature - Welcome, Aultman Orrville Hospital! Plus, learn all about the Independent Hospital Network
2011 REPOSITORY FEATURES:
Emergency/Trauma (March 16 Repository feature)
Aultman’s Emergency/Trauma Center, staffed by board-certified physicians, is designed to allow the fastest access possible to the latest in emergency-care technology.
Heart
Aultman Hospital has been named one of the nation’s 50 Top Cardiovascular Hospitals by Thomson Reuters for 2011. Learn about the Aultman Heart Center in these special features in the Canton Repository.
Feb. 16 issue: Medical Cardiology & EP Lab (PDF shown at right)
Feb. 23 issue: Cath Lab & Cardiac Surgery
March 2 issue: Cardiac Rehab & Nursing
Surgery (March 9 Repository feature)
Aultman offers the latest technology in minimally invasive surgery and robotic-assisted procedures. Robotic surgery is used for more complex procedures such as prostatectomies. The technology replicates the surgeon's movements in real time, providing an enhanced level of precision, finesse and visualization.
Neurosurgery/Stroke (May 4 Repository feature)
Trauma or illness involving the brain, spinal cord or nervous system can be a frightening experience for a patient and loved ones. Take comfort in knowing you are in the hands of some of the region’s most skilled neurological experts, neurosurgeons and stroke specialists.
Critical Care Medicine (April 13 Repository feature)
Going to an intensive care unit (ICU) can be a very emotional experience, Aultman patients receive specialized care from our Intensivist Program and our dedicated group of critical care nurses, critical care pharmacists, respiratory therapists and intensivists.
Cancer
The Aultman Cancer Center is a fusion of ideas, technology, talent and compassion. Meet the dedicated cancer team that provides comprehensive cancer care and treatment, and learn about the specialized breast cancer services the Aultman Cancer Center provides.
Women and Children's Services
Aultman provides family-centered care in the Aultman Birth Center and Newborn Intensive Care Unit (NICU) and inpatient pediatrics unit. Read about the Aultman Birth Center and NICU, along with pediatric services for patients up to age 18.
Orthopaedics
Many orthopaedic problems need more than one medical service. You may require emergency room treatment, medical treatment, surgery, therapy, medical equipment for the home or intense on-site rehabilitation. Learn more in these features from July.
Issue 1: Total joint replacements, our surgeons and a feature on a hip replacement patient
Issue 2: Sports medicine such as ImPACT program, athletic training and therapy
Issue 3: Four patient features and treatments for the spine and upper extremities such as hand, elbow and shoulder
Issue 4: Therapy Services and Fall Prevention
Weight Management (March 23 Repository feature)
Struggling to lose or manage your weight is a very common feeling. Aultman Weight Management offers an experienced team to help you embrace a healthy lifestyle and accomplish your goals. Follow up with past participants and meet new ones in this Dec. 28 Repository feature.
Vascular Lab (April 20 Repository feature)
Screening for conditions affecting the arteries and veins can uncover potentially dangerous ailments such as aneurysms or blockages.
Sleep Lab (April 20 Repository feature)
Properly treating a sleep disorder can drastically improve your life. Aultman offers experts to diagnose and educate at two convenient locations.
Blood Center (April 27 Repository feature)
A single pint of blood can save up to three people’s lives, so being a blood donor is truly a life-changing gift that doesn’t cost a penny to give. For patients in Stark and surrounding counties, the Aultman Blood Center provides a safe and local blood supply.
Laboratory (April 27 Repository feature)
Using state-of-the-art equipment and automation, Aultman Lab provides the highest-quality test results for patients. In 2010, Aultman Laboratory professionals provided more than 4.5 million test results to area physicians to aid in the diagnosis and treatment of disease.
Psychiatric Services (May 18 Repository feature)
Aultman's inpatient psychiatric unit and outpatient psychiatric services focus on treating the whole patient, not just the mental illness. The Aultman Partial Hospitalization Program and Intensive Outpatient Program provide short-term, intensive daily programming to prevent inpatient psychiatric hospitalization or to assist with the transition from inpatient care to community life.
Men's Health (June 15 Repository feature)
Learn about men's health conditions including prostate cancer and erectile dysfunction. Test your knowledge with the men's health quiz, and get the schedule of screenings for men 50 and older.
Eye Health and Home Care Services (June 22 Repository feature)
Get details on laser vision correction, glaucoma and other eye-related topics. Also, learn about the home health equipment and services Aultman offers.
2020 Health Vision, Bee Healthy Race and AultWorks (Aug. 10 Repository feature)
Aultman's vision is to improve the health of Stark County residents by 2020. Learn about our Health Vision efforts and community fitness events such as the Bee Healthy Race. Also, get an overview of AultWorks occupational medicine services.
Dialysis, Pain Management and Wound Care (Sept. 7 Repository feature)
Aultman offers treatment for hard-to-heal wounds and helps patients manage chronic pain. For patients who need kidney dialysis, Aultman offers inpatient and outpatient services.
Compassionate Care (Sept. 14 Repository feature)
Check out photos from the new Aultman Women's Board Compassionate Care Center, Stark County's first inpatient hospice facility. Also, learn about expanded offerings from Aultman Grief Services.
Health and Wellness Resources (Sept. 21 Repository feature)
Aultman offers an array of free services to help the community learn about health topics, including the Sharon Lane Health Information Center and Health Talk presentations. For out-of-town patients and families, the Aultman Referral Center makes the transition to Aultman smooth.
Medical Technology and Innovative Heart Surgery Techniques (Sept. 28 Repository feature)
From cancer care to treatment for nonhealing wounds, Aultman invests in proven medical technology. Learn about bloodless and minimally invasive heart surgery procedures that are now available at Aultman.
Post Acute Care (Nov. 2 Repository feature)
Post acute care provides for both the medical and emotional needs of people who are well enough to be out of a traditional hospital setting, but not well enough to return home. Learn about the post acute care that Aultman provides at Aultman Woodlawn and discover the AcuteCare Specialty Hospital located at Aultman Hospital.
Radiology (Nov. 9 Repository feature)
Aultman Radiology is a full-service department featuring board-certified radiologists on-site 24/7, advanced imaging technology and 210 radiologic technologists. The team members are dedicated to providing high-quality images that play a vital role in patient care.
Improving our Community's Health (Nov. 16 Repository feature)
Aultman works hard to improve the health of our community. Learn about programs offered at Aultman for those who want to quit smoking and those with diabetes.
Rehab Services (Nov. 23 Repository feature)
Aultman's therapy services reach far beyond exercise machines and injury recovery. Learn more about the athletic trainers, fitness specialists, lifeguards, occupational therapists, occupational therapist assistants, physical therapists, physical therapist assistants, speech language pathologists and therapy aides.
Pharmacy ( Nov. 30 Repository feature )
Aultman Hospital employs 35 pharmacists and more than 50 pharmacy techs and support staff members. The pharmacy team at Aultman touches just about every department at the hospital, ensuring that all patients at Aultman receive the appropriate medications in the proper dosages and in the safest way possible.
Education
Are you interested in a career in health care? Learn about the educational programs Aultman offers, including graduate/undergraduate medical education and the Aultman College of Nursing and Health Sciences.
Our Team
Meet Aultman's dedicated physicians, employees and volunteers who make a difference every day. Learn about the many Aultman employees who work 'beyond the bedside' in this Dec. 7 Repository feature. In the Dec. 14 Repository feature, learn about the various ways Aultman employees care for our community!
YOUR Health
Do you have a primary care physician? Are you aware of your health risks? Are you aware of the array of services that Aultman provides? Read more in this Dec. 21 Repository feature.
Health Plans
Find out about the health plans offered by AultCare and PrimeTime Health Plan (PrimeTime Repository features: issue 1 and issue 2).