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MY ULTRASOUND CAREER I knew that I wanted to work in healthcare for most of my high school years. I initially chose Radiologic Technology and completed my 2-year degree. I continued right into Ultrasound because I felt that I wanted more of a connection with my...
By: Dr. Schairer About one-quarter of women diagnosed with ovarian cancer have a hereditary cancer gene. The most significant risk factor for ovarian cancer is an inherited genetic mutation in one or two genes: breast cancer gene 1 (BRCA1) or breast cancer gene 2...
By: Connie Masak, APNP The key to a healthy and active lifestyle can sometimes be difficult with a busy life. However, it is possible with a little bit of creativity. Read on for a few quick and easy tips for living a healthier and active lifestyle every day. Make...
By: Molly O’Neill, Lactation Specialist Every new mother has the choice to decide if they want to breastfeed or formula-feed their baby. It is important to understand all the facts before making a final decision especially since each mother and baby is different and...
"After a complicated first pregnancy, my husband and I moved cities and we needed to find a new OBGYN for this pregnancy. Dr. Gantz came heavily recommended and we decided to make an appointment to see if he was a good fit for us! We were so happy that we did. We...
By: Kelsey Gaffney, PA-C Did you know May is Teen Pregnancy Awareness Month? It is a month dedicated to educating teens on preventing pregnancy. A teen pregnancy is defined as any female between the ages of 15-19 who has had a live birth, abortion, or miscarriage. The...
By: Connie Masak, APNP According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), there are 20 Million new STI cases in the US annually. So, what is an STI? STIs are infections that are spread from one person to another during vaginal, anal, and oral sex. Anyone sexually...
By: Connie Masak, APNP Did you know? Harbor House provides free and confidential support and services for victims of sexual violence, their partners, families, friends, and other concerned persons in Outagamie and Calumet counties. We are the only agency in our...
By: Dr. Schmidt Did you know that approximately one in ten women of reproductive age experience endometriosis? Endometriosis is a condition in which the type of tissue that forms in the lining of the uterus is found outside of the uterus. This tissue responds to...
November is Prematurity Awareness Month. In 2018, Tom and Michelle welcomed twin daughters, delivered by our Dr. Honkamp, two and a half months early. Watch their prematurity story here. [video width="1920" height="1080"...