Cynthia’s Surgery Story
Although not many people talk about them, miscarriages are relatively common. It is estimated that 10 to 20 percent of known pregnancies result in a miscarriage. That fact, however, doesn’t make the experience any easier. For Cynthia, 43, an unplanned pregnancy that...
Gratitude Reaches New Heights
As an acute-care physical therapist at West Suburban Medical Center, Carley Kirsch is grateful for her opportunity to help patients overcome injuries. On a recent medical mission trip to Peru, she discovered a whole new level of gratitude at 13,000 feet. Carley joined...
Natasha’s Maternity Story
Natasha Rawlinson always dreamed she’d give birth to her children naturally, from the comfort of her own home. But living in a rented apartment in the Chicago suburb of Elmwood Park, she knew a home birth wouldn’t be the right choice. Natasha went with the next best...
Nationally Ranked Triathlete Goes the Distance
Rachel Pearson, an outpatient physical therapist at West Suburban Medical Center, recently placed 8th in her age group in the World Triathlon held in Chicago. Although elite international competition requires serious commitment, Rachel recently took time out just for...