Health

New Susquehanna Tower Features Local Artwork to Promote Healing

January 31, 2012

As Susquehanna Health (SH) opens the door to its new, state-of-the-art Susquehanna Tower, patient care facilities constructed with innovative, environmentally conscious design to provide the best care and hope for its patients, the health system also unveils a collection of nearly 300 works of art displayed not merely to enhance aesthetics but to promote healing. more»

Susquehanna Health Announces Healthy Events for February 2012

January 31, 2012

Susquehanna Health announces several healthy events scheduled in the month of February and designed to provide health information while benefiting the community. More Info

Susquehanna Health’s LifeCenter™ to Hold Follow Your Heart Event

January 26, 2012

Susquehanna Health’s Heart & Vascular Institute’s Follow Your Heart event will be held at the LifeCenter™ in the Lycoming Mall Thursday, February 9, from 2:30 to 6:30 pm More Info

Susquehanna Health OB/GYN Announces Midwife Services Available in Muncy

January 25, 2012

Susquehanna Health OB/GYN announces the expansion of midwife services to Muncy Valley Hospital beginning February 1.

Susquehanna Health OB/GYN, employs Drs. Collins, Huggler, Lamade, Salama and Yartz, nurse practitioner Sandra Lentz, as well as five certified nurse midwives, Mary DeWire, Janice Dreher, Patricia Kaiser, Heather McLaughlin and Kathryn Swatkowski. more»

Williamsport Family Medicine Residency Graduates Featured in Keystone Physician

January 18, 2012

Keystone Physician magazine, a publication of the Pennsylvania Academy of Family Physicians (PAFP), recently featured three young doctors who are recent graduates of the Williamsport Family Medicine Residency Program in the cover story of the fall/winter 2011 issue. more»

Divine Providence Hospital Auxiliary Plans Snowflake Dinner Dance

January 15, 2012

The Divine Providence Hospital (DPH) Auxiliary will host a Snowflake Dinner Dance on Saturday, January 28 in the hospital auditorium. The festivities begin at 5:30 pm with hors d’oeuvres followed by dinner at 6:30 pm and dancing at 7:30 pm. Music will be provided by Brad Gibson. A basket raffle and Chinese auction will also be held during the event. more»

Muncy Valley Hospital Auxiliary Fulfills $200,000 Pledge to Project 2012

January 8, 2012

The Muncy Valley Hospital Auxiliary recently fulfilled a pledge of $200,000 made in 2008 toward the renovation and expansion of the hospital as part of Susquehanna Health’s Project 2012. More Info

Support Group for Suicide Survivors

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A support group for those who have lost someone to suicide is available twice a month. First Thurdays at St John's Lutheran Church in Jersey Shore; third Thursdays at the James V. Brown Library in Williamsport. For more information call 570-753-3821.

Susquehanna Health Announces Healthy Events for January 2012

December 29, 2011

Susquehanna Health announces several healthy events scheduled for the month of January that are designed to provide health information and benefit the community. More Info

Susquehanna Health Program Provides Help for Grieving Children

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Susquehanna Health Children's Bereavement Coordinator Pam Wollet and Bereavement Liaison Cherrie Serra, RN, display a feeling chart used in peer support sessions to help children who are grieving.

For most children, the holiday break is filled with happiness, family and fun activities. But this celebratory time of year can be especially difficult for a child or teenager who has experienced the loss of a loved one. more»

Heartworks Program Provides Help for Grieving Children

December 27, 2011

For most children, the holiday break is filled with happiness, family and fun activities. But this celebratory time of year can be especially difficult for a child or teenager who has experienced the loss of a loved one. More Info

Susquehanna Health Welcomes New Certified Nurse Midwife

December 20, 2011

Mary DeWire, Certified Nurse Midwife, returns to the Williamsport area to practice at Susquehanna Health OB/GYN. Joining the practice of Drs. more»

Susquehanna Health Ranked 31st in 100 Best Places to Work for 2011

December 18, 2011

Susquehanna Health ranked 31 out of the top 100 large employers for the 2011 Best Places to Work in PA. The health system received the award during a ceremony held December 1 in Lancaster, PA. This year’s honor moved Susquehanna Health up 13 notches on the listing from its ranking of 44 in 2010. more»

Susquehanna Health Honors Trustees

December 17, 2011

Susquehanna Health paid special tribute to eleven Trustees whose combined service to Susquehanna Health and its affiliated organizations totals over 250 years. more»

Susquehanna Health Receives 2011 Healthy Workplace Award

December 6, 2011

Susquehanna Health was awarded the 2011 Healthy Workplace Award by the Williamsport/Lycoming County Chamber of Commerce and Blue Cross of Northeastern Pennsylvania (BCNEPA) at a chamber board meeting held November 16. More Info

Susquehanna Health Announces Healthy Events for December 2011

December 1, 2011

Susquehanna Health announces healthy events scheduled for the month of December that are designed to provide health information and benefit the community. More Info

Susquehanna Health Welcomes New Physician Assistant

November 28, 2011

Andrea Drake, PA-C, has joined Dr. Donna Mullarkey in her practice at Susquehanna Health Family Medicine at Montoursville, located at 900 Savoy Plaza, Montoursville. More Info

The LifeCenter Marks World Diabetes Day

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Rita Billets from Watsontown, pictured above (seated) with diabetes educator Kim Wykoff, found that her blood sugar level decreased after 14 minutes of physical activity.

Susquehanna Health and Blue Cross of Northeastern Pennsylvania hosted a free health education event at The LifeCenter in the Lycoming Mall on November 14, World Diabetes Day. more»

Hip Replacements Take a BIG Step Forward: Anterior Approach Offers Fast Recovery, No Restrictions After Surgery

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At Susquehanna Health, surgeons use the automated HANA table specially designed to improve the outcomes of anterior approach hip surgery, along with several other orthopedic procedures. This table allows a surgeon to precisely position a patient’s hip for surgery, enabling the surgeon to accurately position the replacement components for proper hip joint mechanics. Special instruments and implant components allow for less tissue disruption which can shorten the healing process. Other procedures include pelvic fractures and hip revisions.

Williamsport, PA, November 7, 2011 – Thanks to surgical techniques and technology increasing numbers of patients in North America are receiving hip and pelvis surgery that protects tissue, offers faster recovery, allows for more accurate placement of medical implants and reduces post-operation restrictions compared to traditional hip surgery.  more»

Susquehanna Health Orthopedic Spine Surgeon to Discuss Chronic Back Pain

November 6, 2011

Chronic back pain is one of today’s most common adult medical problems. “Recent statistics released by eMedicine.com indicate that nearly 90 percent of American adults at some point in their lives experience lower back pain,” said Dr. Ronald DiSimone, an orthopedic spine surgeon with Susquehanna Health Medical Group. more»

Susquehanna Health Women Services Hosts Spirit Girls’ Night Out

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Angela Schnars, Mary Mahonski and Kim Adams enjoy Susquehanna Health’s inaugural Spirit of Women event, Spirit Girls’ Night Out

November 4, 2011, WILLIAMSPORT – Susquehanna Health hosted its inaugural Spirit of Women event, Spirit Girls’ Night Out, Tuesday, October 25 at the Holiday Inn downtown Williamsport.   more»

Susquehanna Health Women's Services Hosts Spirit Girls’ Night Out

November 4, 2011

Susquehanna Health hosted its inaugural Spirit of Women event, Spirit Girls’ Night Out, Tuesday, October 25 at the Holiday Inn downtown Williamsport. More Info

Susquehanna Health Raises Awareness about Grieving Children

November 2, 2011

Susquehanna Health is participating in Children’s Grief Awareness Day by encouraging employees and schools to wear blue on November 17, 2011. more»

Handmade Quilt Donated to Evangelical Hospice

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Representatives from Evangelical Hospice gratefully received a piece of handmade art from a patient’s family.

Representatives from Evangelical Hospice gratefully received a piece of handmade art from a patient’s family. The family of Laura Ruckle, who was cared for by the Evangelical Hospice team, was a master quilter and donated this piece for the department’s office on Hospital Drive. more»

Susquehanna Health Announces Healthy Events for November 2011

October 31, 2011

Susquehanna Health announces healthy events scheduled for the month of November that are designed to provide health information and benefit the community. More Info

Local Hospital Auxiliaries Plan Lights of Love Celebrations

October 26, 2011

In just a few weeks, lights will be glowing on the Susquehanna Health campuses of Divine Providence Hospital (DPH), Muncy Valley Hospital (MVH) and Williamsport Regional Medical Center (WRMC) thanks to the efforts of the hospitals’ auxiliaries. The annual Lights of Love celebrations are planned by the auxiliaries with the purpose of honoring and remembering loved ones. more»

Susquehanna Health Named a Top 100 Best Place to Work for 2011

October 23, 2011

Susquehanna Health was named one of the Best Places to Work in PA for the fourth consecutive year and will be recognized during an awards ceremony in December in Lancaster, PA. More Info

New Family Medicine Residency Director Appointed

October 20, 2011

Dr. Bradley Miller was recently appointed program director of the Williamsport Family Medicine Residency Program effective October 10, following the retirement of Dr. David Ambrose. More Info

School Colors Traded In For Pink To Benefit Breast Health Center

October 12, 2011

When the Jersey Shore Area High School Bulldogs football team took on the Montoursville Area High School Warriors Friday, September 23, 2011, they traded in their black and orange school colors and “Pinked Out” to raise money for breast cancer awareness. more»

Muncy Valley Hospital Skilled Nursing Unit Community Open House Scheduled

October 9, 2011

Muncy Valley Hospital completed a major renovation of its Skilling Nursing Unit and is hosting a community open house on Sunday, October 23 from 2 to 4 pm with a brief ceremony and ribbon cutting beginning promptly at 2 pm. More Info

Dr. Farag Salama Joins Susquehanna Health OB/GYN

October 4, 2011

Farag Salama, MD, FACOG, returns to the Williamsport area to practice obstetrics and gynecology at Susquehanna Health OB/GYN.
Joining the practice of Drs. Collins, Huggler, Lamade and Yartz, Dr. Salama will provide routine and advanced gynecological care. More Info

Susquehanna Health Announces Healthy Events for October 2011

October 2, 2011

Susquehanna Health announces healthy events scheduled for the month of October that are designed to provide health information and benefit the community. More Info

Evangelical Community Hospital Plans Informational Breast Cancer Events for October

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LEWISBURG—Evangelical Community Hospital will be hosting several educational events about women’s health throughout the month of October, Breast Cancer Awareness Month. They are as follows:

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Evangelical Community Hospital Schedules October Support Groups

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LEWISBURG—Evangelical Community Hospital has scheduled its roster of support groups for the month of October. They are as follows:

·         Alcoholics Anonymous: Sundays from noon-1 pm and Wednesdays, 7 pm in Wood-Mode Conference Room, located on the Hospital’s Lower Level. more»

Evangelical Community Hospital Helps You to Understand Medicare Options

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LEWISBURG—Evangelical Community Hospital has scheduled several seminars to help to explain the complex options available within the Medicare system.
Medicare Options:

·         Tuesday, October 18 at 10 am at the Community Health Education Center, located next to Staples on Route 15 in Lewisburg more»

Talk with the Doc: Knee Replacement

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LEWISBURG— Evangelical Community Hospital is offering a ‘Talk with the Doc’ session about Knee Replacement Surgery on Tuesday, October 4 at 6:30 p.m. at Elmcroft of Loyalsock, 2985 Four Mile Drive, Montoursville. This informational session is free of charge. more»

Evangelical Community Hospital Offers Flu Vaccines in October

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LEWISBURG—Evangelical Community Hospital, in preparation of the flu season, has scheduled a number of flu vaccination clinics for October. They are as follows:

·         Monday, October 3, Turbotville National Bank, 10 am-2 pm more»

Susquehanna Health Breast Health Center Holds Open House

September 21, 2011

Susquehanna Health held a public open house Sunday, September 18 to offer the community an opportunity to see the Kathryn Candor Lundy Breast Health Center in its new location on the first floor of Divine Providence Hospital (DPH). More Info

Susquehanna Health Joins State’s Largest Health Information Exchange

September 14, 2011

Susquehanna Health has signed an agreement to be part of the Keystone Health Information Exchange (KeyHIE). more»

Disaster Preparedness Class Canceled

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The Disaster Preparedness: Prepare Before Disaster Strikes session with the Red Cross scheduled for Thursday, September 15 at The LifeCenter, Lycoming Mall has been canceled due to the recent flooding in the region. The session will be rescheduled.

Susquehanna Health Breast Health Center To Hold Open House

September 12, 2011

An open house to debut Susquehanna Health’s Kathryn Candor Lundy Breast Health Center will be held Sunday, September 18 from noon to 2 at its new location on the first floor of Divine Providence Hospital.
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Susquehanna Health To Offer Free Tetanus Shots to Flood Victims

September 12, 2011

To address the health needs of area flood victims, Susquehanna Health is offering free tetanus shots beginning Wednesday, September 14. Individuals may come to the emergency departments at Williamsport Regional Medical Center or Muncy Valley Hospital at any time to receive a free tetanus shot. more»

Susquehanna Health Facilities Are Open

September 8, 2011

All services and facilities at Susquehanna Health including Susquehanna Health Medical Plaza at Montoursville and the laboratory services at Hepburn Plaza are open today. All patients should arrive at their regularly scheduled appointments.
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Susquehanna Health Announces Healthy Events for September 2011

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Several events designed to benefit the community and provide health information have been scheduled by Susquehanna Health in the month of September.

Osteoporosis Screening Available September 9 at The LifeCenterTM more»

Susquehanna Health Announces Healthy Events for September 2011

August 31, 2011

Several events designed to benefit the community and provide health information have been scheduled by Susquehanna Health in the month of September. More Info

Sports Medicine Center Provides Athletic Trainer Workshops to Students

August 31, 2011

Susquehanna Health’s Sports Medicine Center’s annual Student Athletic Training Workshops were held in July at the East Lycoming YMCA. Eighteen students from ten area high schools attended the Basic Camp while 15 students from eight area high schools attended the advanced workshops. more»

Evangelical Offers Low-Cost Blood Screenings

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LEWISBURG—Evangelical Community Hospital is offering low-cost blood screenings on Wednesday, September 21 from 7-10 a.m. at the Middleburg Community Room. The screening will include lipid panel, complete blood count, and CMP (blood sugar, electrolytes, calcium, protein, liver enzymes, etc.). Other tests available for an additional cost. more»

Talk with the Doc at Evangelical Community Hospital: Knee Replacement

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LEWISBURG— Evangelical Community Hospital is offering a ‘Talk with the Doc’ session about Knee Replacement Surgery on Tuesday, October 4 at 6:30 p.m. at Elmcroft of Loyalsock, 2985 Four Mile Drive, Montoursville. This informational session is free of charge. more»

Evangelical Community Hospital Seeks Walkers for 2011 Heart Walk

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LEWISBURG—Evangelical Community Hospital, a sponsor for the American Heart Association’s 2011 Heart Walk, is building a team of walkers and hopes to include some of the Hospital’s success stories. Graduates of the Hospital’s Cardiac Rehabilitation program are invited to sign up to walk with Team Evangelical, and support cardiac health throughout the Central Susquehanna Valley. more»

Lifestyle Improvement Program at Evangelical

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LEWISBURG—Simple choices, profound results: that’s what you can expect with The Spectrum, Evangelical’s lifestyle improvement class. This six-week course is scientifically proven to help you feel better, live longer and lose weight. Classes will meet Tuesdays, September 20- October 25 from 6-8 p.m. in the Wood-Mode Conference Room, located on the Hospital’s Lower Level. more»

“Life After Loss” Offered By Evangelical Hospice

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LEWISBURG – Coping with the loss of a loved one is never easy. For this reason, Evangelical Hospice will offer a bereavement program titled “Life After Loss” on Wednesdays, September 21 through October 26 from 1:30-3:30 p.m.  The group will meet in the Community Health Education Center located on Route 15, Lewisburg, near Staples. more»

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