ECU Health

ECU Health's telecardiology program in Edenton is bringing care close to home and reducing long travel and wait times between appointments. Nurses at ECU Health Chowan Hospital are coordinating care for patients while a cardiologist consults virtually from Greenville “Our first pilot is going to be in Edenton and we’ve started our first few sessions where we’re actually able to communicate with the patients,” said Dr. John Catanzaro, chief of the division of cardiology at ECU Health. To learn more, visit: https://lnkd.in/eQJeWinq.

Join us on March 27 and 28 for the 28th annual "Music for Miracles" radiothon on 107.9 WNCT, along with other Inner Banks Media stations! The funds raised through the radiothon go directly to enhancing the programs and services offered at Maynard Children's Hospital and supporting the youngest patients in eastern North Carolina. Learn more about the event here: https://lnkd.in/eUQw93C3

ICYMI: Thor Forte, a 14-year old patient at ECU Health's Comprehensive Sickle Cell Clinic, who was fighting sickle cell disease, received a life-saving bone marrow transplant from his half-sister, Sierra Forte. "I would just like to say how thankful I am to Sierra for donating bone marrow, and it really means a lot to me because I didn’t expect somebody so close to me, let alone my own sister to be my match," Thor said. Hear more of Thor's amazing story here: https://lnkd.in/ewjFaFSt

We offer lifestyle medicine services at ECU Health! The ECU Health Lifestyle Medicine Clinic provides resources to help with a comprehensive range of weight loss and lifestyle medicine services tailored to individual needs. If you're starting a weight loss journey or seeking support to maintain progress, we offer personalized, evidence-based solutions to help people succeed. Take the first step toward a healthier you with ECU Health by learning more about the ECU Health Lifestyle Medicine Clinic: https://lnkd.in/eeEvau9w

Happening Now: Happy Match Day to The Brody School of Medicine at East Carolina University Class of 2025 and medical students across the country who are matching today. We can't wait to meet all of the newest residents joining ECU Health!

When early detection meets high-quality cancer care, lives can be saved. Hear from Dr. Warqaa Akram, a surgical oncologist with ECU Health, as she discusses the importance of early detection when it comes to cancer — especially colon cancer. Learn more about where to get a colonoscopy in the East: https://lnkd.in/ecA7jTJv

Tomorrow is Match Day for the Class of 2025 at The Brody School of Medicine at East Carolina University. Let's take a look back at last year's thrilling day where the Class of 2024 learned where they would take on residency. Last year, 14 Brody students matched into programs at ECU Health and we're excited to see what tomorrow has in store! Read about Match Day 2024 here: https://lnkd.in/ehWkMfZe

ICYMI: ECU Health recently launched a new telecardiology program in Edenton designed to help patients who may otherwise have to travel long distances for appointments or experience long wait times between appointments. Learn more about the program and hear from Dr. Sivakumar Ardhanari here: https://lnkd.in/e8gP3h8G.

Mary Hall, senior services prevention coordinator at ECU Health, recently received a 2024 North Carolina Governor’s Volunteer Service Award for her work in the community. Hall, who has worked for the health system for almost 25 years, got involved in the Pitt-Greenville Senior Games to support the active and social lifestyle she encourages to those she interacts with in her role. Learn more about Hall's work at ECU Health and her volunteer efforts here: https://lnkd.in/eG26DrAw.

We're proud to offer robotic-assisted surgery to pediatric patients and bring leading-edge technology to eastern North Carolina. Hear from Drs. Courtney Harris and Shannon Longshore in a recent interview to share what the advancement means for patients in the region: https://lnkd.in/eNKH4HRn