Fall 2011 - Kosair Children's Hospital

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Pediatric among pulmonology America’s program best
oaks Day 2007 is a day Joe and Jessica Klousing will never
forget. It was the day they discovered their first child,
Luke, had cystic fibrosis.
“When my wife was pregnant, we found out she was a
carrier,” Joe said. “I was tested and came back as a carrier as
well. But it was still a shock to learn that Luke had CF.”
Cystic fibrosis, or “CF” as it is commonly known, is a genetic
disease that affects the entire body but particularly the lungs
and digestive system. It causes individuals to have frequent
lung and sinus infections, difficulty absorbing food properly
and problems with the pancreas.
While people with CF normally have shorter life spans than
most, advancements in medical care have made it easier for
them to lead longer, healthier lives.
Luke is just one example of the many children who have
been helped by the pulmonology program at Kosair Children’s
Hospital. Since 2009, the program has been ranked as one
of the best in the country by U.S. News & World Report. In
addition, the Cystic Fibrosis Center, which is part of
Kosair Children’s Hospital, has been designated by the Cystic
Fibrosis Foundation as one of five benchmark centers in the
United States.
“Our research, especially on cystic fibrosis, asthma and
wheezing infants, sets us apart from other hospitals,” said Ronald
Morton, M.D., associate director of the Cystic Fibrosis Center at
Kosair Children’s Hospital and associate professor of pediatrics
at the University of Louisville School of Medicine. “The Cystic
Fibrosis Center is always working toward improving the quality
of our care, whether it’s keeping up with the latest technology or
developing checklists and evaluations to make sure our patients
get the best possible care.”
The Klousings have become well-versed in CF and are
frequent visitors to the Cystic Fibrosis Center.
“We visited Kosair Children’s Hospital six times during the
first year of Luke’s life,” Jessica said. “I’ve lived in Louisville my
entire life and had never been there before.”
Today, Luke is a happy 4-year-old, and Jessica and Joe have
been very pleased with the care the physicians have provided
their son.
“They have been aggressive in Luke’s treatment and have
developed a good regimen and plan for him,” Jessica said.
“We are blessed to have a facility that has one of the best
programs in the country so close by.”
With a strong support system of physicians, family
and friends, Jessica and Joe have every hope that
Luke will continue to do well.
“You have to play the hand you’ve been dealt,
and I believe God gave us Luke for a reason,”
Joe said. “With Kosair Children’s Hospital being
in our backyard, so to speak, we couldn’t
have asked for a better place to treat
his condition.”
To learn more about the
pulmonology program at
Kosair Children’s Hospital,
search for “pulmonary services”
at KosairChildrens.com.
–Kama Korvela
Four-year-old Luke Klousing with his father Joe,
right, and Ronald Morton, M.D.
Kosair Children’s Hospital
Home and BMW Raffle
Two prize drawings in one!
How would you like to win a new home? How about a new
BMW plus $10,000 cash? Now is your chance!
This year the Kosair Children’s Hospital raffle gives you the
chance to win both. Tickets are $100, and only 8,000 will be
available. Winners will be drawn Nov. 19, 2011, at the
Snow Ball.
Grand prize: A new home
Located in Norton Commons at 9233 Featherbell Blvd.,
Prospect, KY 40059
• Approximate value of $400,000
• 3 bedrooms, 2½ baths
• 2,072 square feet (approximate) plus unfinished basement
• First-floor master suite with a private courtyard
• Great room featuring 16-foot ceilings
• Garden area off kitchen
• Two very spacious bedrooms on the second level
Open house dates
Walk through the home and register to win a $10,000
shopping spree courtesy of Burdorf’s Furnishings & Flooring
(limited to participating Burdorf’s partners).
Open houses every Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 15 through
Nov. 19. Saturdays: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Sundays: noon to 5 p.m.
First prize: A 2012 Sam Swope BMw
1 Series plus $10,000 cash
You’ll look great driving a beautiful 2012 Sam Swope
BMW 1 Series around town with an extra $10,000 in your
bank account!
With the 2012 BMW 1 Series, you’ll realize that the defining
characteristics of a BMW – refinement, a supple ride and, most
importantly, a responsive and engaging drive – are fully intact.
The nimble 1 Series is a ton of fun and fully deserving of the
BMW badge.
NORTON COMMONS
Three ways to purchase tickets
• Visit HelpKosairChildrensHospital.com
• Call (502) 629-KIDS or (855) KCH-KIDS
• Visit one of our local sponsors: Norton Commons Sales Center,
Sam Swope BMW or Burdorf’s Furnishings & Flooring
Purchase tickets before Sept. 15 to be included in a bonus drawing
to win groceries for a year from Walmart!
Void where prohibited. Net proceeds from the raffle support Kosair Children’s Hospital
through the Children’s Hospital Foundation. Charitable gaming license # ORG: 0000851.
Winners are responsible for taxes and licensing fees on prizes. More information and
terms and conditions available upon request or at HelpKosairChildrensHospital.com.
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