ThedaCare to host walk event supporting families affected by pregnancy and infant loss. ThedaCare will hold 'A Walk to Remember' in Appleton for families impacted by pregnancy or infant loss. The event includes a tree planting ceremony for remembrance and opportunities for community support. 2 days ago Tuesday, Sept 29 By S. J. Jarvis ThedaCare announced on Sep. 29 that it will host "A Walk to Remember," an event designed to bring together families, friends, and supporters to honor the memory of babies lost during pregnancy or infancy and provide comfort after loss. The event is scheduled for Sunday, Oct. 4 from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Gordon Bubolz Nature Preserve's Black Bear Den Auditorium in Appleton, with registration taking place from 10-10:30 a.m. The walk is supported by the ThedaCare Resolve Through Sharing bereavement program and made possible with assistance from the ThedaCare Family of Foundations as part of National Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month observances in the area. Ashley Ebert, registered nurse at ThedaCare Regional Medical Center-Neenah and Resolve Through Sharing bereavement coordinator, said, "We're encouraging our community to come together to help support patients and families who have experienced the loss of a baby, including through miscarriage, ectopic pregnancy, stillbirth or neonatal death. Our hope is that this event reinforces an important message: these families are not alone and we are here to continue offering the care, resources and support they deserve." A highlight of "A Walk to Remember" will be a short walk leading up to a tree-planting ceremony accompanied by music and meditation. "Each participating family will have an opportunity to plant a tree in memory of their baby," Ebert said. "This serves as a memorial to their baby and offers a place of comfort that they can always return to." Bereavement coordinators and a chaplain will also be available for anyone seeking additional support or with questions. Ebert said that losing an infant can be difficult for many families who often grieve quietly, "We want to help create a space where they feel comfortable sharing their experiences and know they don't have to navigate their grief alone. This program is one of the ways we're here to support them." ThedaCare Regional Medical Center-Appleton contributes significantly toward community well-being through health needs assessments; features integrated specialty departments on its main hospital campus; appears on Newsweek's list of best hospitals; operates nearly 150 acute care beds with over 1,200 staff members; provides orthopedic care, cardiovascular services, cancer treatment, general surgery as well as family birth options; all as part of its role within the nonprofit ThedaCare health system, according to the official website.

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Wild Rose firefighter recovers from esophageal cancer with robotic surgery at ThedaCare. Scott Pudil of Wild Rose Fire Department overcame esophageal cancer after early detection led to advanced robotic surgery by ThedaCare specialists. His recovery exceeded expectations thanks to minimally invasive procedures performed locally. 2 days ago Wednesday, Sept 23 By S. J. Jarvis Scott Pudil, assistant chief of the Wild Rose Fire Department, underwent treatment for esophageal cancer with support from his local ThedaCare team, according to a Sep. 23 article. Pudil's health issues began in August 2024 when he passed out at home and was found to have blood clots in both lungs. Despite initial treatment and a return to his regular activities, including work and firefighting duties, Pudil developed persistent acid reflux symptoms. In fall 2025, nurse practitioner Molly Szymanski at ThedaCare encouraged further investigation into his symptoms. After reviewing his medical history and referring him to Dr. David Schultz for an endoscopy, doctors discovered an abnormal lesion in Pudil's esophagus. Dr. Tim Edison performed an endoscopic mucosal resection to remove precancerous growths; however, follow-up tests indicated some cancer remained. Dr. Schultz then recommended a robotic-assisted esophagectomy at ThedaCare Regional Medical Center-Neenah. Raymond Georgen assisted during the procedure, which involved minimally invasive techniques through small incisions in the abdomen and chest. "We were able to bring him to the Neenah hospital and he was able to undergo the latest in minimally invasive robotic surgery," said Georgen. "We successfully removed the tumor and found no lymph node involvement, which was fantastic." Pudil recovered faster than expected after surgery with respiratory, speech and physical therapy support at the hospital before returning home for continued recovery. "Dr. Schultz figured 10 to 12 weeks before I went back to work. I was back at work in eight," Pudil said. Today Pudil continues follow-up care with Drs. Schultz and Thomas Klinkhammer of ThedaCare Cancer Care while serving as assistant fire chief and working full time elsewhere. Reflecting on his experience, he said: "It's probably the best I've felt in 10 years." He also noted that esophageal cancer has a five-year survival rate of just 22.2%, often due to late diagnosis. ThedaCare Regional Medical Center-Appleton is part of the nonprofit ThedaCare health system operating nearly 150 acute care beds with more than 1,200 staff members as well as over 750 providers; it features integrated specialty departments including orthopedic care, cardiovascular services, cancer treatment, general surgery and family birth options on its main campus in Appleton - and appears on Newsweek's list of top hospitals - according to the official website.