Twin sisters undergo same day heart implants at Lawrence Memorial
Identical twins Karen Harman-McGowan and Sharon Harman-Hill from Lawrence, longtime staff at Lawrence Plastic Surgery, were diagnosed with noncompaction cardiomyopathy last fall. Cardiologist Ravi Yarlagadda implanted defibrillators in their chests on the same afternoon at Lawrence Memorial Hospital. Karen's procedure came first, Sharon about an hour later, as both continue medication for heart failure.
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Sharon Harman-Hill
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Lawrence Plastic Surgery
Karen
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Lawrence Memorial Hospital
Ravi Yarlagadda
Elizabeth Guastello
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LMH
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Catheterization Lab Upgraded at LMH Bringing Advanced Care
Renovation of the LMH heart catheterization lab will install a top-of-the-line system, first of its kind in a U.S. community hospital, expanding procedures and reducing radiation exposure for staff. The community donated nearly half of the 2.7 million price tag, with the project supported by Lawrence specialists and local fundraising.
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Senior tennis class blends fitness and social tie at KU
At 65, Jayhawk Tennis Center coach Anderson runs Friday senior sessions for 20 to 25 adults at 233 Rock Chalk Lane. The program, aided by certified instructors including ex-Lawrence High coach Dick Wedel, emphasizes safe, adaptive tennis for aging players with lighter equipment and shorter court play. Participants gain coordination, social connection, and a gentle cardio option with postclass coffee and chat.
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JTC
Rock Chalk Lane
Jimmy Carter
Dick Wedel
Jayhawk Tennis Center
Wedel
Lawrence High School
Grace Endacott
Lawrence
Lawrence High
Grace Endacott Brooks
Endacott Brooks
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