SOUTH BEND – Dr. Cynthia Heckman-Davis has been chosen as the Indiana Academy of Family Physicians 2013 Family Physician of the Year. This award honors physicians who exemplify the tradition of the family doctor tradition. Those nominated must contribute to the continuing good health of their community and the citizens of Indiana; have been in practice […]

EAST CHICAGO – St. Catherine Hospital’s choice for the 2013 Nursing Excellence Award is Alanna Hunter-Parks. Hunter-Parks received the award based upon key characteristics of nursing excellence – leadership, dignity, compassionate care, community, quality and stewardship – all attributes that coincide with the hospital’s mission and values. Hunter-Parks, a Gary resident, has been a part

LAPORTE – The National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA) and the American Diabetes Association announced Dr. Vinay Tumuluri received honors from the Diabetes Physician Recognition Program for providing expert care to patients with diabetes. This voluntary program recognizes Tumuluri for valuing quality healthcare delivery and the latest clinical protocols to ensure patients with diabetes receive

GRIFFITH – As of April 3, the Lake Area United Way-FamilyWize Prescription Discount Card has saved local residents $1 million on medications for asthma, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, diabetes and other health conditions. “Lowering the cost of prescriptions allows more residents to get the medicine they need when they need it,” said Dave Koester,

MISHAWAKA – In order to serve patients in a more collaborative and comprehensive manner, Midwest Cardiovascular Specialists has joined the St. Joseph Regional Medical Center (SJRMC) health system. The following cardiologists became part of the St. Joseph Physician Network, a group of medical practices owned and operated by SJRMC: Farid Jalinous, Sachin Patel, William Sarnat,