Radical transformation in action: How innovation is changing lives across our system

Radical Transformation is more than a guiding principle. It’s a mindset. It’s the courage to reinvent, the resilience to keep moving forward and the belief that bold ideas can change lives. Across Froedtert ThedaCare, we’re seeing that mindset come to life in powerful ways.

Pushing boundaries with non-invasive care

In the South Region, our investment in innovative, non-invasive treatment options is opening doors for patients who once faced limited choices. Technologies like MR-guided focused ultrasound are helping people with essential tremor and Parkinson’s disease regain abilities many feared they had lost, such as writing steadily, eating without assistance or simply holding a loved one’s hand without shaking.

These breakthroughs don’t happen by accident. They happen because our teams lead with vision, curiosity and a willingness to pursue what’s next. They happen because we invest in innovation that empowers patients and elevates the care standard across our region. This is the promise of Radical Transformation that our teams are bringing to life every day.

Transforming surgical care close to home

In the North Region, the introduction of robotic-assisted surgery is another example of innovation reshaping patient care. In just one year, this program has expanded access to minimally invasive procedures, improved recovery times and delivered high-quality surgical outcomes for patients right in their own community.

By bringing advanced technology to rural and suburban settings, we are proving that exceptional care shouldn’t depend on geography. It’s a testament to our system’s commitment to meeting people where they are, and to the leaders, surgeons and care teams who champion new ways of delivering care that is safer, more precise and more personal.

Innovation drives our mission

These stories reflect something deeper than technological progress. They show what happens when teams across our system embrace Radical Transformation and push toward a future where care is more innovative, more accessible and more human-centered.

Every breakthrough, big or small, moves us closer to fulfilling our Mission and Vision. And every team member who leans into new ideas, champions better solutions or reimagines what’s possible is part of that transformation.

Thank you for leading boldly, thinking differently and inspiring the future of health, one innovation at a time