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Daily Mail
10-07-2025
- Health
- Daily Mail
I'm a cardiologist who suffered a heart attack - don't make the same mistake I did by ignoring the little-known warning signs
The little-known symptoms of a heart attack people should never ignore have been highlighted by a senior cardiologist, after he suffered from one himself. Dr William Wilson said he simply couldn't believe he was experiencing the serious medical emergency despite his vast knowledge of the organ. He recalled thinking: 'This can't be happening to me, I'm a cardiologist.' The medic, who works at Parkview Health hospital in the US state of Indiana, was 63 at time and said he was in 'awesome' health, not smoking, regularly exercising and no obvious risk factors. But that all changed when he joined his wife for a morning workout in January 2018. While he said he was feeling great and—in all honesty—not pushing himself hard on an exercise machine, he started experiencing a strange sensation. Rather than chest pain—a classic heart attack sign—Dr Wilson struck by a creeping but mild sense of physical unease. 'It didn't just hit me, boom, in one second,' he said in a YouTube video. 'It was chest discomfort and it wasn't a sharp discomfort. It wasn't like a knife or anything like that, it was just an uncomfortable, oppressive pressing discomfort. Another symptom he experienced—which is a well-known heart attack sign—was a sudden wave of sweating. 'For the amount of exercise I was doing, I was dripping in sweat,' he said. Dr Wilson added he was also struck by another classic heart attack sign, an 'overwhelming sense of doom' with NHS describing this sensation as feeling similar to a panic attack. Finally, he recounted experiencing a little known symptom of a heart attack. 'It's very common when people are having a heart attack, that they have to go to the bathroom really bad.' 'It's part of the whole nervous system thing with a heart attack that's activated. 'And so sure enough I had to go to the bathroom at the gym.' Becoming emotional he then added: 'And I just was...I prayed.' Heart attack patients often feel a sudden need to urinate or defecate as the strain the body experiences disrupts the control of bodily functions. Ironically Dr Wilson didn't follow the best advice for a suspected heart attack which is to call 999 in the UK and 911 in the US immediately to get help as soon as possible. He shared how he initially refused to believe he was suffering the medical emergency for about 10minutes despite his vast knowledge about the symptoms. 'You would think I would know what this is and of course I did, but not for about 30 or 60 seconds.' 'I was in denial. I was trying to talk myself out of this and say "this isn't happening, this can't be happening to me". 'I mean I'm a cardiologist this doesn't happen to cardiologists.' Emerging from the bathroom Dr Wilson told his wife he was having a heart attack. He described her reaction as 'awesome' as she took charge both calling the emergency room and helping him get there as quickly as possible. Dr Wilson said rapid access to expert help was a key factor in surviving a heart attack and this had been a factor in his own recovery. 'The key is for treating a heart attack is getting to the hospital as quickly as you can,' he said. 'Once you're there then the cardiology team and the hospital team will take it from there.' He admitted he had been very fortunate. 'It could have gone a totally different way and I'm lucky to be alive.' An estimated 270 people are admitted to hospital with a heart attack each day in the UK according to the British Heart Foundation. About 175,000 Britons die from heart and circulatory diseases each year in the UK, equivalent to 480 per day and more than the city of Oxford. In the US a person has a heart attack every 40 seconds, which is about 800,000 people per year. Heart disease is one of the leading causes of death in the US, killing just over 700,000 people per year. It comes as heart attacks, particularly among young people, are on the rise in the UK with experts blaming factors like rising obesity levels as well as smoking and alcohol consumption. A heart attack is a critical medical emergency where the supply of blood to the organ is suddenly blocked. This is usually because of a clot, which cab form because of a build-up of fatty material in major blood vessels. Symptoms of heart attack include chest pain, lightheadedness or dizziness, sweating, shortness of breath, nausea or vomiting, anxiety and coughing or wheezing. Anyone experiencing these symptoms should contact 999 for advice and a potential ambulance. While waiting for an ambulance patients can be advised to take an aspirin as this can improve blood flow to the heart. Like Dr Wilson, the NHS advises people to call 999 if they or someone they are with thinks they are having a heart attack as fast action can boost survival chances.
Malaysian Reserve
30-06-2025
- Health
- Malaysian Reserve
Parkview Health named No. 1 nonprofit by Inspiring Workplaces Group
Health system No. 31 overall, with special designations for well-being, inclusion FORT WAYNE, Ind., June 30, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Parkview Health was named the No. 1 nonprofit in North America and No. 31 overall on The Inspiring Workplaces Group's 2025 Top 100 list at its celebration banquet in Chicago on Tuesday. It's the second time Parkview has made Inspiring Workplaces' Top 100, after finishing No. 18 overall and as the No. 3 nonprofit in North America in 2024. 'Our more than 16,000 co-workers are the daily source of inspiration that makes Parkview's culture great,' said Dena Jacquay, chief administrative officer, Parkview Health. 'Our culture is driven by our people, not only by the positive attitude and compassionate care they provide at our facilities daily, but also through their ideas, suggestions and feedback. Our listening efforts have led directly to numerous new benefits and changes to the programs that serve and support our workforce.' 'At Parkview, we empower our co-workers to take an active role in their job and their workplace,' said Dr. Ray Dusman, president, physician and clinical enterprise, Parkview Health. 'They're the ones who know their roles best and can spot opportunities to make their jobs more efficient, safer and higher quality for the patients they serve. Quality, safety and excellent care are results of our culture that encourages co-workers to speak up and provides opportunity to grow.' Unlike other awards, which rely on completing a survey, entrants to the Inspiring Workplaces Awards were asked to provide proof of their investment in people by completing the entry form consisting of the six key elements – culture and purpose, leadership, well-being, inclusion, employee voice and employee experience – fundamental to creating a 'PeopleFirst' culture. Each of the six key elements was also judged separately for special recognition in each discipline. Organizations of all sizes and industries entered a category defined by how many people are within the business. The Top 100 winners were decided by an independent expert judging panel. Parkview's well-being programs received special recognition for the second consecutive year, while Parkview also received a special accolade for its inclusion efforts. Parkview's in-house MyWell-Being department is tasked with supporting both the physical and mental health of the system's more than 16,000 co-workers. The MyWell-Being team offers numerous programs including physical fitness challenges, intramural sports, and nutrition and weight loss programs to support physical health, while also offering perks including free subscriptions to the Calm mental health app, revitalization seminars to engage and inspire co-workers and the ever-popular Parkview Pups program, which brings certified therapy dogs into facilities to visit co-workers. Parkview's inclusion efforts have focused on ways to improve the experience for both co-workers and patients. Initiatives such as Co-worker Resource Groups for veterans, faith and belief, mental health and working moms give employees opportunities to meet and build relationships with their peers, while health equity initiatives for patients have included efforts such as enhancing translation services for patients or community wellness programs that support underserved populations. Parkview was joined on this year's Top 100 list by companies including fellow Fort Wayne-headquartered Sweetwater, as well as Siemens Energy, Union Pacific Railroad and SurveyMonkey. Parkview will automatically be considered for the Inspiring Workplaces global Top 100 list, where it was ranked No. 19 overall in 2024, releasing later this year. The award is the latest in a series of accolades Parkview has received recognizing its excellent workplace environment and culture. Parkview was named No. 7 on Newsweek's Most Loved Companies list in 2024; recognized as a Forbes Best-in-State employer for three consecutive years; and chosen among Becker's 150 Top Places to Work in Healthcare in 2024 and 2025. 'As Inspiring Workplaces marks its 10th anniversary, we're proud to recognize organizations that are setting the gold standard for PeopleFirst cultures,' said Matt Manners, founder, The Inspiring Workplaces Group. 'This isn't just a feel-good approach, it's a fundamental business strategy. With AI reshaping the way we work and live, companies that continue to prioritize profit over people may find themselves facing short-term wins but long-term setbacks. PeopleFirst isn't optional. It's essential.' Click here to view Parkview Health's Inspiring Workplaces profile. For a list of available positions at Parkview, visit
Medscape
26-06-2025
- Health
- Medscape
Body Fat Beats BMI in Predicting Death
'DEXA scans have not supplanted BMI because it's expensive and difficult to use,' Orlando said. A new DEXA scanner costs a practice between $16,000 and $45,000. BIA machines range from $129 to nearly $16,000, an expense Orlando said is well worth it. Clinicians may need to work with leadership at their practices to support the purchase of BIA machines and could use the study findings to convey the value these devices provide, said Ryan Singerman, DO, the section chief for Primary Care at Parkview Health in Fort Wayne, Indiana, who was not involved in the study. 'Not everyone is well-versed in the medical evidence or equipped to convince management of the need,' Singerman, whose practice uses BIA, said. Kyle J. Thompson, MD, a bariatric surgeon at Intermountain Health in Salt Lake City, Utah, said while BMI is still the clinical go-to, some patients are gaining awareness of BF% and may seek out clinicians who use the measure. Offering BF% analysis could bring more business, he said. 'By offering this service, you may increase the number of referrals you receive and see an increase in the volume of other services you provide, such as medical weight loss or bariatric surgery,' Thompson, who was not involved with the study, said. But with BMI as the current standard, no consensus exists on the definition of healthy BF%, which has implications for patient care. 'Minimal training is required to interpret the results produced by BIA, but there is still a significant amount of variability in how these results are used to guide clinical care,' Thompson said. Mainous said that the next step in replacing BMI with BF% is reaching a consensus on the definition through large, prospective trials. 'Once these standards are validated, measuring BF% with BIA will then become the standard of care,' Orlando said. 'Until then, clinicians can still use BMI alongside BIA in the office to augment risk stratification using published thresholds for healthy body fat percentage.' None of the study authors reported relevant financial disclosures. Lead image: Microgen/Dreamstime
Malaysian Reserve
10-06-2025
- Health
- Malaysian Reserve
Parkview Health patients share heartwarming "thank you" with caregivers in new brand campaign
Patients and their families surprise doctors to express gratitude for life-saving care FORT WAYNE, Ind., June 10, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Parkview Health today launched its most personal campaign to date: a multi-platform initiative that shares authentic care stories through the lens of Parkview patients. Through a series of heartfelt commercials that will be shared through television, radio, streaming and digital platforms, and more, the campaign aims to showcase the local impact of Parkview's high-quality – and oftentimes life-changing – care. 'This campaign is about trust, connection and elevating the voices of our patients,' said Dena Jacquay, chief administrative officer, Parkview Health. 'As always, the stories we're sharing are genuine, just real people sharing deeply personal moments from their care journey. Their voices capture what healthcare is truly about.' All participants volunteered to share their personal stories of strength and resilience, not only to inspire others in the community, but also to express heartfelt gratitude to their care teams. Each segment shows the emotional moment when a patient or their family member reunites with their provider for the first time since leaving the hospital. As they read letters they've written to their doctors, viewers witness the raw, emotional reactions of caregivers as they hear how much their work meant. Dr. Shamir Haji, Neurocritical Care, Parkview Neurosciences, shared his thoughts on the experience: 'As a neurointensivist, I often meet patients and families at some of the most critical, uncertain moments of their lives. Every decision we make is about giving patients the best possible chance, but rarely do we get to see what comes months after. Hearing a patient or family member read a letter of thanks and realizing the role our team played in their recovery was incredibly humbling. It's a reminder that what we do matters far beyond the ICU.' The campaign stems from Parkview's ongoing commitment to patient-centered care – a focus that earned the health system the 2024 NRC Health Excellence in Patient Experience Award. Insights from hundreds of thousands of patient surveys helped shape the campaign's concept and storytelling approach. 'This series is part of a broader effort to strengthen the connection between Parkview and the families who rely on its care,' Jacquay added, 'especially at a time when trust in healthcare institutions is more important than ever.' In conjunction with patient stories, additional features provide a glimpse into a typical day in the world of Parkview, from co-workers' routines to several patient-provider interactions. 'Over the past few weeks, we shared early previews of the campaign with service line leaders across Parkview,' said Sangeetha Ragavan, vice president of marketing at Parkview. 'Their reactions (including emotional tears) reminded us why this campaign matters. It's not just for the public; it's for every Parkview co-worker. We want our teams to feel proud of the high-quality care and stellar patient experience they provide, and see the difference they make every day.' To hear the patient stories, or submit your own, visit Media contact:Kaitlyn HughesMedia Relations Manager, Parkview | Cell: 574-780-8425 NOTE TO MEDIA: Patient stories will roll out in the coming weeks, further highlighting the impact of Parkview's mission through unscripted, patient-led storytelling. If your outlet is interested in interviewing Parkview providers or patients about their experience, please contact Kaitlyn Hughes. Production stills from campaign videos are attached. Additional photos and video footage are also available upon request.
Yahoo
09-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Parkview Health named to Newsweek's Greatest Workplaces in Health Care list
FORT WAYNE, Ind., June 9, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Parkview Health has been recognized among Newsweek's Greatest Workplaces in Healthcare in a new listing released today. Parkview was selected as one of 400 healthcare companies that appeared on the 2025 list and was among only six Indiana companies recognized by Newsweek. Newsweek's ranking was determined via a partnership with Plant-A Insights Group and other third-party vendors to create a comprehensive assessment involving employee interviews, company reviews, publicly accessible data and an analysis of over 120 key performance indicators. "Our co-workers are the ones who make Parkview a great place to work," said Dena Jacquay, chief administrative officer. "It's their ideas, their feedback and their energy that fuels the amazing culture we've built in northeast Indiana and northwest Ohio. We're constantly listening to what our co-workers want and need in both their workplace and their personal lives and we continually strive to incorporate changes and new benefits to deliver it." Parkview offers several innovative benefits to its co-workers, which have been driven by feedback gathered during listening tours and internal surveys. Most recently, Parkview partnered with DailyPay to provide flexible pay options, allowing co-workers to access funds from their paycheck before the typical two-week pay day. Parkview has also offered its unique lifestyle benefit program, providing co-workers a quarterly stipend to use on personal expenses of their choosing, since 2023. Other benefits, including a paid volunteer time off program, an award-winning well-being department tasked with promoting good physical and mental health, visits from Parkview Pups therapy dogs and more have helped make Parkview a top workplace in the region, state and country. Parkview was previously recognized as Newsweek's No. 7 Most Loved Workplace in 2024, was selected as the No. 18 in North America and No. 19 global best workplace by Inspiring Workplaces in 2024 and was chosen as a Forbes Best-in-State Employer for three consecutive years. "A positive, supportive workplace culture is instrumental in creating an excellent care environment," said Dr. Ray Dusman, president of physician and clinical enterprise, Parkview Health. "When our co-workers are cared for and inspired, they can focus their full energy and attention on their patients and provide the best care and best experience." To view Newsweek's full list of Greatest Workplaces in Health Care, visit here. A full list of available jobs at Parkview can be found online at View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Parkview Health Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
