MISHAWAKA – St. Joseph Regional Medical Center has announced that physicians Truc Ly and Michael Savitt has St. Joseph Cardiothoracic Surgery are the first surgeons in the Michiana area to use the da Vinci Robotic Surgical System for a thoracic procedure. It was used on Dec. 10 to perform a pulmonary wedge resection, or a […]
LAPORTE – Indiana University Health LaPorte and Starke hospitals have announced they have earned the STAR Program Certification. The certification qualifies IU Health La Porte and Starke hospitals to offer a state-of-the-art cancer rehabilitation program that will help survivors recover from the side effects and aftereffects of treatments. STAR Program Certification is an offering of
LAPORTE – Two people affiliated with Indiana University Health Occupational Service have received additional certifications. Physical therapist Ron Knickrehm of LaPorte received the Astym certification, a mechanical treatment option to reduce or remove scar tissue that is causing pain or movement issues. He has more than 30 years of therapy experience and is a graduate
GARY – Methodist Hospitals’ Auxiliary recognized 137 volunteers for service of more than 38,000 hours. Ian McFadden, president and CEO, said “volunteers are the heart of Methodist Hospitals. They are there to lend a helping hand and offer a kind word, and we can never over estimate the lasting impression that they leave on our
SOUTH BEND – Waldemar Rosario has joined the pediatricians practicing at Navarre Pediatrics at Main Street. Rosario received his medical degree from the University of Puerto Rico School of Medicine and completed his residency at the University of Pediatric Hospital in San Juan. He also has practices in California and Florida. Navarre Pediatrics is part
Advances in medical technology improve outcomes, and careers, too. by Bob Kronemyer Whether it’s electromagnetic guidance to detect lung cancer or robotic-assisted surgery for removing a gallbladder, the region’s health care centers are committed to offering their patients the newest in clinically proven diagnostics and treatment. High-tech options are also fueling select job growth within
MUNSTER – Franciscan Physicians Hospital employees Mary Beth Kosiba, Kari Wall and Robin Rossner hit the road Monday, November 19, hauling a 20-foot trailer filled with donations, and equally important, hope, for victims of Hurricane Sandy. A collection of needed items brought in massive donations from canned goods and pet food to diapers and hand
HOBART – TradeWinds Services will mark the renovation of its recently acquired building from 4 to 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 29, at 3198 E. 83rd Place, Hobart. “We’re not having a traditional ground breaking,” said CEO Jon Gold, “because the majority of construction will take place in the building’s interior.” Gold said the decision to
SOUTH BEND – The Memorial Health Discovery Center in South Bend is offering light therapy for people who feel the emotional effects that come with cloudy, low-light winter days. The Sunlight Feel Better Center is available by appointment at no charge through the end of March 2013. Participants can schedule a 25-minute session. The two
HAMMOND – A Purdue University Calumet nursing professor has been inducted into the American Academy of Nursing. Lisa Hopp of Valparaiso is now a Fellow of the Academy for her record of scholarship and leadership relating to evidence-based nursing practice. “Being inducted into the American Academy of Nursing means having the opportunity to work with
