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Doc You Should Know: Pediatric Plastic Surgeon

… body,” says Wellington Davis III, MD , the region’s only dedicated pediatric surgeon with Lehigh Valley Reilly Children's Hospital and LVPG Pediatric Surgical Specialties. “Kids also can have conditions that affect appearance and may cause them to …

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Providing Team-Based Care for Children and Adolescents With Obesity

… type 2 diabetes and polycystic ovarian syndrome. The pediatric endocrinology team at Lehigh Valley Reilly Children’s Hospital offers comprehensive care for children with endocrine conditions. The team includes: Four board-certified pediatric …

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A Novel Donation: Book Vending Machine Now at the Pediatric Sleep Center at LVH–17th Street

… can feel really scary and come with a lot of anxiety. Thankfully, the team at the Pediatric Sleep Center at Lehigh Valley Hospital (LVH)–17th Street, part of Jefferson Health, is determined to do whatever they can to ease the nerves of their … pulmonologist and pediatric sleep medicine specialist Courtney Quinlan, DO , with Lehigh Valley Reilly Children’s Hospital. “These studies are often recommended when a child snores loudly, pauses in breathing, wakes frequently or struggles … but also to take home with them. … 4203 … 681 … Allentown … Allentown … Pediatric Sleep Center–17th Street … Lehigh Valley Hospital–17th Street … A Novel Donation: Book Vending Machine Now at the Pediatric Sleep Center at LVH–17th Street …

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Screen Time in a World of Virtual Learning

… is neutral, and some is harmful,” says J. Nathan Hagstrom, MD , Chief of Pediatrics at Lehigh Valley Reilly Children’s Hospital . “Passive media is worse than interactive media as long as the interactive is age appropriate.” In other words, …

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Children, Volunteers, Guests Share Stories from LVHN’s Camp Red Jacket

… 1243 S Cedar Crest Blvd … 401 N 17th Street … Suite 2800 … Suite 203 … Fifty-five children with Type 1 diabetes sat glued to their seats on June 30 as they heard special guest and Olympic snowboarder Sean Busby speak at Camp … Health Network (LVHN). Busby inspired children to dream big and discussed how he snowboards despite living with Type 1 diabetes. “Diabetes gave me a competitive advantage as an athlete and taught me to be more responsible.” he says. The camp, now in its 16th year, is supported through the generosity of the Lehigh Valley Hospital (LVH)-Muhlenberg Auxiliary and Frank Loretti of Hellertown. During the camp, children learn how to manage their …

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Lehigh Valley Health Network–Pocono Foundation Hosts 33rd Annual Holiday Tree Lighting

… Annual Holiday Tree Lighting was held on Wednesday, Dec. 4, at the Dale and Frances Hughes Cancer Center at Lehigh Valley Hospital–Pocono. Over the past 33 years, the Holiday Tree Lighting has evolved to be the premier holiday event in the … hot chocolate. … 440 … 2831 … East Stroudsburg … East Stroudsburg … Dale and Frances Hughes Cancer Center … Lehigh Valley Hospital–Pocono … Lehigh Valley Health Network–Pocono Foundation Hosts 33rd Annual Holiday Tree Lighting …

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Behavioral and Mental Health Care for Women

… include: Group psychotherapy Family psychotherapy Individual psychotherapy Education Psychiatric medications Lehigh Valley Hospital–Muhlenberg offers inpatient behavioral health services in the Behavioral Health Science Center at Lehigh Valley Hospital–Muhlenberg, these programs provide short-term crisis stabilization for adults or adolescents (ages 12-18), until … mental health counseling or crisis intervention, speak to a real person 24/7 at the numbers below. National Crisis Center: 1-800-273-8255 For local assistance, call your county hotline: Lehigh: 610-782-3127 Northampton: 610-829-4801 Berks: …

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Rehabilitation Services

… Each rehab program is individually tailored to meet your unique needs. And because inpatient rehab occurs within a hospital setting, your care team is always nearby. Outpatient rehabilitation programs We offer a variety of outpatient …

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Stroudsburg Area School District Students and Staff Get a Visit From the LVHN Mobile Vaccine Unit

… with an important stop by Lehigh Valley Health Network’s (LVHN) Mobile Vaccine Clinic at Stroudsburg High School on Dec. 1. The mobile vaccine unit provided the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine to children ages 5-11, as well as kids 12-17. 12-year-old … cafeteria to give everyone their second dose of the vaccine. For those still looking to get vaccinated, Lehigh Valley Hospital (LVH)–Pocono offers COVID-19 vaccine clinics Mondays and Wednesdays noon-4 p.m. and Tuesdays and Thursdays 3-7 p.m. … . You also can log in to the MyLVHN patient portal. … 3975 … 4020 … 4090 … East Stroudsburg … Lehigh Valley Hospital–Pocono … Stroudsburg Area School District Students and Staff Get a Visit From the LVHN Mobile Vaccine Unit …

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Community COVID-19 Vaccination Clinic May 24 at Jim Thorpe Area High School

… Clinic on Monday, May 24, 2021, from 4-7 p.m. The vaccination clinic will be held at Jim Thorpe Area High School , 1 Olympian Way and is open to anyone 12 years of age and older. The clinic will be held in the gymnasium, signs will be … child vaccinated can bring you one step closer to enjoying the activities you miss. “We at Lehigh Valley Reilly Children’s Hospital are encouraging parents to get their child vaccinated for their safety, as well as the safety of their family,” says J. Nathan Hagstrom, MD, Chief of Pediatrics at Lehigh Valley Reilly Children’s Hospital . “The Pfizer vaccine has emergency use authorization for ages 12 and older and has been proven safe and effective. …

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Community COVID-19 Vaccination Clinic May 19 at Catasauqua High School

… child vaccinated can bring you one step closer to enjoying the activities you miss. “We at Lehigh Valley Reilly Children’s Hospital are encouraging parents to get their child vaccinated for their safety, as well as the safety of their family,” says J. Nathan Hagstrom, MD, Chief of Pediatrics at Lehigh Valley Reilly Children’s Hospital . “The Pfizer vaccine has emergency use authorization for ages 12 and older and has been proven safe and effective. …

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Having a Speech Therapy Buddy Makes a Clear Difference

… up. … Jill took Liam to see pediatric ear, nose and throat specialist Roy Rajan, MD , with Lehigh Valley Reilly Children’s Hospital . After looking in Liam’s ears, Dr. Rajan discovered there was a significant amount of fluid behind his eardrums and … speech-language pathologist and outpatient pediatric rehabilitation clinical specialist at Lehigh Valley Reilly Children’s Hospital, on his production of specific sounds. While Liam spoke, he didn’t speak very clearly and his speech sound …

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COVID-19 Vaccinations Ages 12-15: What Parents Need to Know

… these free vaccinations are now available at LVHN Vaccine Clinic locations. “We at Lehigh Valley Reilly Children’s Hospital are encouraging parents to get their child vaccinated for their safety, as well as the safety of their family,” says J. Nathan Hagstrom, MD , Chief of Pediatrics at Lehigh Valley Reilly Children’s Hospital . “The Pfizer vaccine has emergency use authorization for ages 12 and older and has been proven safe and effective. …

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The Antidote to Too Much Screen Time

… shared by pediatrician Kimberly Brown, MD, with Valley Health Partners (VHP) Children’s Clinic , located at Lehigh Valley Hospital–17th Street. “In the last 5-10 years, screen time has gone way up – particularly in the form of phone and tablet … recommends these screen time limits: Children under the age of 2 years – little to no TV time Preschoolers – no more than 1 hour a day School-agers – no more than 2 hours a day (not including time for school work) Teens – “Recognizing that …

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Get to Know Services of LVHN Hospice

… hospice nurses, aides, therapists and volunteers. Hospice care also takes place in the inpatient units at Lehigh Valley Hospital (LVH)–17th Street and LVH–Pocono. LVHN hospice works to provide comforting care to persons of all ages and backgrounds. We are the only children’s hospital in the region to offer at-home pediatric hospice care. We are also the region’s only hospital that is certified by the National Institute of Jewish Hospice. Palliative care OACIS Palliative Medicine is a …

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Meet the Resident: Francesca Andronic

… compassion, integrity, collaboration and excellence. You’ll work with our colleagues at Lehigh Valley Reilly Children’s Hospital, surgeons in the trauma bay, emergency medicine physicians in the ER or cardiologists helping you figure out atrial …

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LVHN to Begin Vaccinating Children Ages 12-15 With the Pfizer Vaccine on May 13

… May 12. Starting today, LVHN is opening scheduling for Thursday and beyond. “We at Lehigh Valley Reilly Children’s Hospital are encouraging parents to get their child vaccinated for their safety, as well as the safety of their family,” says J. Nathan Hagstrom, MD, Chief of Pediatrics at Lehigh Valley Reilly Children’s Hospital . “The Pfizer vaccine has emergency use authorization for ages 12 and older and has been proven safe and effective. … open Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Your child and side effects The pediatricians at Lehigh Valley Reilly Children’s Hospital offer the following guidance for parents: Common side effects of the vaccine are pain, redness and swelling in the …

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Lehigh Valley Hospital–Hecktown Oaks Adds Second Phase of Construction With Emphasis on Space and Safety

… 3780 Hecktown Road … … Lehigh Valley Health Network (LVHN) is expanding upon its new hospital, LVH–Hecktown Oaks in Lower Nazareth Township, Northampton County, before it even opens. The hospital, which is slated to open summer 2021, is undergoing a second phase of construction that will add an additional … they have a greater choice on where they can receive care within their community. In fiscal year 2019 alone, more than 1,700 LVHN patients would have been able to receive care closer to home at LVH–Hecktown Oaks compared to other LVHN hospital …

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A Cochlear Implant

… during her first three years of life. During pregnancy, her mother fell into a three-week coma due to having both type 1 and type 2 diabetes. When Briella was born at 37 weeks in July 2014, she had multiple holes in her heart requiring surgical … The surgery had not been available in the Lehigh Valley until Chennupati recently came to Lehigh Valley Reilly Children’s Hospital (Children's Hospital). Evaluation and commitment Kittle conducted numerous tests to learn more about auditory function in Briella’s …

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Safe Haven

… Keep your baby and your identity safe If you are unable to care for your newborn, you may surrender the baby at any hospital, police station or with an emergency medical services (EMS) provider at any EMS station as long as the infant is … … Keep your baby and your identity safe If you are unable to care for your newborn, you may surrender the baby at any hospital, police station or with an emergency medical services (EMS) provider at any EMS station as long as the infant is … you and for your baby. And no one ever needs to know. To speak with someone confidentially, call the Safe Haven hotline at 1-866-921-SAFE (7233) or visit secretsafe.org to learn the location of your nearest emergency room or police station. … Safe …

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First Doses of Pfizer COVID-19 Vaccine for 5-11 Year-Olds Given at LVHN Vaccine Clinic

… may have questions about the COVID-19 vaccine and its safety. To address your concerns, Lehigh Valley Reilly Children’s Hospital pediatric specialists will be hosting a virtual information session on child COVID-19 vaccination on Wednesday, Nov. …

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Free Lunch Program for Allentown Children Continues Despite the Pandemic

… mom. Learn how your children can participate: When – Children can receive lunches Monday through Friday, 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. until Friday, Sept. 4. Where – The program takes place on the front steps of LVH–17th Street School of Nursing …

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LVHN Summer Meals Program Reduces Hunger for Children in Need

… as a not-for-profit organization to give back to the community and make it the best it can be. … Allentown … Lehigh Valley Hospital–17th Street … LVHN Summer Meals Program Reduces Hunger for Children in Need …

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LVHN Public Safety Officers Spread Holiday Cheer Through Whitehall’s Zephyr Express

… at Burlington and Fellowship Community. Officers from Whitehall, Coplay, Lehigh County Sheriff's Office, and Lehigh Valley Hospital participated, with additional support from Cetronia Ambulance. Far exceeding their role as sponsors, the officers …

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Childhood Obesity: Much More Than Diet

… endocrinologist Stacey Beckford, MD , part of the pediatric endocrinology team at Lehigh Valley Reilly Children’s Hospital. “The physical and hormonal changes that young people are experiencing during this time can bring forward health … in 2021 for youth starting at age 16. LVHN offers this surgical option in partnership with Lehigh Valley Reilly Children’s Hospital and Lehigh Valley Institute for Surgical Excellence. Weight-loss surgery is a tool, not a quick fix. Permanent …

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Doc You Should Know: Pediatric Plastic Surgeon

Providing Team-Based Care for Children and Adolescents With Obesity

A Novel Donation: Book Vending Machine Now at the Pediatric Sleep Center at LVH–17th Street

Screen Time in a World of Virtual Learning

Children, Volunteers, Guests Share Stories from LVHN’s Camp Red Jacket

Lehigh Valley Health Network–Pocono Foundation Hosts 33rd Annual Holiday Tree Lighting

Behavioral and Mental Health Care for Women

Rehabilitation Services

Stroudsburg Area School District Students and Staff Get a Visit From the LVHN Mobile Vaccine Unit

Community COVID-19 Vaccination Clinic May 24 at Jim Thorpe Area High School

Community COVID-19 Vaccination Clinic May 19 at Catasauqua High School

Having a Speech Therapy Buddy Makes a Clear Difference

COVID-19 Vaccinations Ages 12-15: What Parents Need to Know

The Antidote to Too Much Screen Time

Get to Know Services of LVHN Hospice

Meet the Resident: Francesca Andronic

LVHN to Begin Vaccinating Children Ages 12-15 With the Pfizer Vaccine on May 13

Lehigh Valley Hospital–Hecktown Oaks Adds Second Phase of Construction With Emphasis on Space and Safety

A Cochlear Implant

Safe Haven

First Doses of Pfizer COVID-19 Vaccine for 5-11 Year-Olds Given at LVHN Vaccine Clinic

Free Lunch Program for Allentown Children Continues Despite the Pandemic

LVHN Summer Meals Program Reduces Hunger for Children in Need

LVHN Public Safety Officers Spread Holiday Cheer Through Whitehall’s Zephyr Express

Childhood Obesity: Much More Than Diet

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