BJC ST. CHARLES
COUNTY BLOG

Explore topics related to medical, health and wellness from Barnes-Jewish St. Peters Hospital and Progress West Hospital experts.

Telestroke Now Available in St. Charles County

Telestroke Now Available in St. Charles County

July 2021 - Using wireless Internet, a Washington University Physician at Barnes-Jewish Hospital is able to participate in a remote consult with St. Charles County doctors to diagnose stroke patients and begin timely treatment.

Neurosurgery Comes to Barnes-Jewish St. Peters Hospital

Neurosurgery Comes to Barnes-Jewish St. Peters Hospital

April 2021 - St, Charles, Lincoln, Warren and Pike County residents living with back pain can now get treatment closer to home!  Dr. Ian Dorward, associate professor for neurosurgery and orthopedic Surgery at Washington University School of Medicine, now offers services at Barnes-Jewish St. Peters Hospital. 

Robotic Surgery in St. Charles County

Robotic Surgery in St. Charles County

October 2020 - While it may sound futuristic, robotic surgery is a cutting-edge technology already being used today. Performed by specially trained surgeons, it can provide patients with an easier and quicker recovery. Learn more about robotic surgery and its many benefits from general surgeon Kenneth Hacker, MD, FACS.

BJC Outpatient Center at Wentzville

BJC Outpatient Center at Wentzville

September 2020 - A newly constructed facility in Wentzville offers pediatrics, primary care, OBGYN, radiology, and convenient care services for the whole family. 

Medicaid Ambulance Response Vehicle visits Progress West Hospital

Medicaid Ambulance Response Vehicle visits Progress West Hospital

July 2020 - Team members from Progress West Hospital showed their support for Medicaid expansion.

Kids with Asthma

Kids with Asthma

June 2020 - What causes asthma in kids?  What environmental changes can help minimize the affects?  Can kids with asthma play sports?

Stroke Awareness - Know the Signs

Stroke Awareness - Know the Signs

June 2020 - Knowing the signs and symptoms of a stroke can help save precious time during an emergency.  Also, learn the ways to help prevent a stroke.  

Shoulder Health and Surgery

May 2020 - What's important in keeping your shoulders healthy?  When's the right time to have surgery?  Our expert tackles some of the frequently asked questions about shoulders and surgery.  

Having trouble sleeping?

January 2018 - From sleep apnea to high blood perssure, the effects of a bad night's sleep are felt in many aspects of your overall health.  

Heart Event Coming to Mid Rivers Mall

January 2018 - To kick off heart month, we're teaming up with the St. Charles County Ambulance District to provide free health screenings and CPR training at Mid Rivers Mall