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… performed cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). Patrick was immediately defibrillated by EMS and taken to Lehigh Valley Hospital (LVH)–Cedar Crest, unconscious but with a pulse. “It was hour to hour, and there was a lot of prayer,” Carol recalls. “I didn’t know it at the time, but he was taken to a really great hospital for lifesaving heart care.” At LVH–Cedar Crest, the cardiac team immediately went into action. They opened his … implanted the Impella device in more than 200 patients at LVH–Cedar Crest, LVH–Muhlenberg and LVH–Pocono, more than any hospital in northeastern Pennsylvania and the Philadelphia region. “There are very few things that amaze me after all the …

… . A wide-ranging care footprint, with 700+ sites of care across eastern Pennsylvania and southern New Jersey , including hospital, ambulatory and post-acute services, as well as a robust primary care base for preventive care. Distinctive clinical … a rich legacy of providing patient-focused high-quality care. Based in Allentown, LVHN is a five-time Magnet designated hospital system, serving a dynamic and growing region with the third largest population in the state of Pennsylvania. The health network includes 13 hospital campuses (four in Allentown, two in Bethlehem, one in Easton, one in East Stroudsburg, one in Hazleton, two in …

… and provided resources to begin a tradition of compassion, excellence and high-quality care close to home. When Allentown Hospital, known today as Lehigh Valley Hospital (LVH)–17th Street, opened in 1899, its mission was “the relief of human suffering by ministering to the wants of the … The project stalled for three years, but regained momentum in December 1895, when The Morning Call announced it raised $1,900 toward the hospital effort. This donation electrified interest in the construction of Allentown Hospital, and donations …

… science, technology, engineering and math ( STEM ) magnet school. The athletic program consists of 28 sports with over 1,400 student-athletes. “The real value to HASD and its student-athletes is the continuity of services from injury prevention … of LVHN’s orthopedics, sports medicine and rehabilitation services,” says John Fletcher, President, Lehigh Valley Hospital–Hazleton. “Our goal is to keep student-athletes healthy and on the field of play, but should they become injured, we … warrior, every athlete needs a health partner. Visit LVHN.org/sportsmed to find one near you. … Hazleton … Lehigh Valley Hospital–Hazleton … Hazleton Area School District Partners with LVHN for Sports Medicine Support …

… she felt a sharp pain in her abdomen. Patterson listened to her instincts and went straight to the ER at Lehigh Valley Hospital–Muhlenberg , where they did blood and imaging tests. The results showed the cause of her symptoms was a mass … colleagues to help us be as aggressive as we need to be.”   … 130 … 2716 … 2185 … 2831 … Bethlehem … Lehigh Valley Hospital–Muhlenberg … Recognizing Ovarian Cancer …

… Psiquiatra Courtney Chellew, DO, con LVPG Adult and Pediatric Psychiatry–Muhlenberg y Lehigh Valley Reilly Children’s Hospital , recomienda comunicarse con un profesional de salud mental si hay una interrupción persistente en su capacidad de …

… many can be prevented by exercising more caution,” says Jonathan Goldner, DO , Chief Medical Officer at Lehigh Valley Hospital–Pocono . … Dr. Goldner outlines the top four causes of ER visits seen throughout the Fourth of July holiday. … Heat … room closest to you. … 3965 … 5876 … 2345 … 2769 … 2720 … 2770 … East Stroudsburg … East Stroudsburg … Lehigh Valley Hospital–Pocono … LVPG Family and Internal Medicine-East Stroudsburg … Top Four Causes of Emergency Room Visits on the Fourth …

… Certain she wasn’t pregnant, Hooks and her husband, Kevin, decided to go to Lehigh Valley Health Network’s Lehigh Valley Hospital–Cedar Crest emergency room. The clinicians there conducted a computed tomography (CT) scan. Once the results were … of the surgical skill of the team, there was minimal blood loss during and after the procedure. Hooks stayed in the hospital for two nights. She was discharged after receiving biopsy results that showed the tumor, known as an ovarian … to the nurses in the emergency department – were great. Everyone was so friendly, soft-spoken and respectful. I love that hospital.”   … Experience matters significantly in a surgeon. M. Bijoy Thomas, MD, with Lehigh Valley Topper Cancer Institute …

… NOTE:  The following information was published September 1, 2020.  For current COVID-19 information, visit  LVHN.org/COVID-19 . There’s no guidebook to parenting and there’s certainly no guidebook to parenting during a pandemic. But Lehigh Valley Reilly Children’s Hospital, Lehigh Valley Health Network and Coordinated Health are here to help. From face mask advice to tips for packing …

… From a three-legged dog named Bandit, to a beloved Bernese mountain dog named Bentley who greeted visitors at Lehigh Valley Hospital–Muhlenberg, Lehigh Valley Health Network (LVHN)’s pet therapy dogs bring comfort, joy and healing every day. Karla … lower blood pressure. It also provides a comforting source of healing touch for patients, visitors and colleagues in the hospital.” … When a patient is in the hospital for a while, one of the things they miss most is their pet. “I’ve seen dogs put their paw on the patient’s hand and …

… ahora pueden hacer una cita para que sus hijos de 6 meses a 4 años reciban la vacuna Pfizer-BioNTech en el Lehigh Valley Hospital (LVH)–17th Street . La serie de vacunas contra COVID-19 de Pfizer-BioNTech incluye tres dosis, y cada una es una … semanas aparte y la tercera por lo menos dos meses después. … Las clínicas se llevarán a cabo dentro del auditorio del hospital LVHN–17th Street: Jueves, 1 de septiembre (2-6 p.m.) Jueves, 22 de septiembre (2-6 p.m.) Jueves, 17 de noviembre, (2-6 p.m.) Estas clínicas se …

… of her dreams at Lehigh Valley Health Network (LVHN). Now a registered nurse and patient care specialist at Lehigh Valley Hospital (LVH)–Hecktown Oaks , Tyma's story serves as inspiration for others who want to grow a career in health care. … Tyma … by people I meet, and I hope that along the way I inspire them too,” she says. … Easton … Bethlehem … Lehigh Valley Hospital–Hecktown Oaks … Lehigh Valley Hospital–Muhlenberg … Learning on the Journey: Marina Tyma’s Story …

… LVPG Family Medicine–Albrightsville . “A few years ago we didn’t screen for e-cigarette use, but we do now,” Hanson says. 1. Vaping is addictive  “There’s a misperception that e-cigarettes are safer than regular cigarettes, but that’s not the …

… system disease that disrupts the flow of information within the brain and from the brain to the rest of the body. About 1 million people in the U.S. have MS, which destroys myelin, the protective layer around nerve fibers. The resulting … diagnosed with the condition. … Q: What kind of support does LVHN offer for patients with MS? A: LVHN is the region’s only hospital designated as a Center for Comprehensive Multiple Sclerosis (MS) Care by the National Multiple Sclerosis Society. We …

… patient outcomes, but also leaves an indelible mark on those in their care. From brightening birthdays spent in the hospital with COVID, to bringing loved ones together when difficult goodbyes were made – many virtually – these nurses … particular comes from nurse Nichole Persing, Director of Patient Care Services, Intensive Care Unit (ICU), Lehigh Valley Hospital–Hecktown Oaks, who likened navigating the challenging time to the athletic endurance training she completed to … reflect on our shared experiences and find meaning in what we will carry forward.” … 3975 … 4020 … Easton … Lehigh Valley Hospital–Hecktown Oaks … Lehigh Valley Health Network Nurses’ Documentary Honors Those on the Front-Lines Throughout the …

… South Cedar Crest Blvd … … On Nov. 4, more than 100 rehabilitation professionals and partners gathered at Lehigh Valley Hospital–Cedar Crest for the fourth annual “Rehabilitation: Innovation and Research Event.” This celebration, hosted by LVHN … with physicians in the Sleep Center and the Concussion Clinic to integrate this approach. Her initiative resulted in a 1,200% increase in pediatric referrals, dramatically improving quality of life for children and families. … This year’s award … to all honorees for their outstanding contributions to advancing rehabilitation care! … 3774 … Allentown … Lehigh Valley Hospital–Cedar Crest … Jefferson Health and LVHN Celebrate Innovation and Research in Rehabilitation …

… transition. It gave me the opportunity to care for patients and their families one-on-one outside the structure of a busy hospital,” she says. … Foster grew up in Easton. In her early 30s, while raising five children, ranging in age from 2 to 10, … her oncology certification (OCN) and eventually transferred to the Dale and Frances Hughes Cancer Center at Lehigh Valley Hospital–Pocono. She loved the deep patient experiences and the intellectual challenges, providing hope and education to … for other things that affect the health of our community.” … 3188 … East Stroudsburg … East Stroudsburg … Lehigh Valley Hospital–Pocono … Lehigh Valley Home Care and Hospice - Pocono … Joys of a Home Care Nursing Career: The Rewards Are Many …