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… 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 …

… important to distinguish between mild and serious illness. Dehydration always warrants the emergency department at the hospital. These symptoms are serious, and you should seek emergency care if you experience them: Diarrhea (six watery bowel …

… stay home. LVHN is providing free COVID-19 screenings online and by phone. Call the MyLVHN Nurse Information line at  1-888-402-LVHN or complete an LVHN Video Visit  by downloading the MyLVHN app .  We want to screen community members via … from others. If you are over 80, this is especially important. Other actions LVHN is taking to keep you safe Temporary hospital visitation policy. If you are sick, please do not visit any of our LVHN hospitals. Children under age 12 are not permitted in the hospital to visit. We are asking that patients pre-identify two people who can visit while they are in the hospital. …

… Schoenersville Road … … … The very nature of many quilts is commemoration. It’s fitting that the staff at Lehigh Valley Hospital (LVH)–Muhlenberg  Breast Health Services created a pink ribbon quilt years ago to recognize and honor those who had … those that walk this same path in life.” … 89 … 3015 … 654 … Bethlehem … Bethlehem … Women’s Health Center … Lehigh Valley Hospital–Muhlenberg … Jean and Jackie: Their Breast Health Journey and the Pink Ribbon Quilt …

… the vaccine series. Despite continued decreases in COVID cases across the country, the U.S. is still seeing more than 1,000 COVID-19-related deaths every week. “Vaccination remains one of our most important tools to reduce the risk of serious …

… COVID-19 vaccines are designed to provide more focused protection against newer strains of the virus, including XBB.1.5, a more recent descendent of the omicron variant. The CDC recommends the following if it’s been at least two months since …

… your patients. She has taken these values with her throughout her career, including the last two years at Lehigh Valley Hospital – Pocono. Lillman now loves working in the community where she lives, especially when it comes to building …

… de vacunas: Fechas de Vacunación en Pottsville Clínica de Vacunas contra COVID-19 –Schuylkill Dónde: Lehigh Valley Hospital–Schuylkill E. Norwegian Street , Auditorio Wall (tercer piso del vestíbulo principal) Mediodía-6 p.m.     Lunes, 11 de julio Lunes, 1 de agosto Lunes, 26 de septiembre Fechas de Vacunación en East Stroudsburg Clínica de Vacunas contra COVID-19 –Pocono Dónde: Lehigh Valley Hospital–Pocono Mediodía-6 p.m. Miércoles, 13 de julio Miércoles, 3 de agosto Miércoles, 28 de septiembre Fechas de …

… commute was long,” Akillah says. “In addition to cerebral palsy, my son has multiple diagnoses. Being in and out of the hospital is very stressful, especially when you have to stay in the ICU looking at the same four walls for an extended … just feel the love.”  … Support for anyone, from anywhere  In its first year of operation, the Hackerman-Patz House served 1,300 guests. Since then, more than 100,000 guests from all over the United States and the world have visited. Some guests … demand. The house is filled to capacity nearly 75 percent of the time. During the pandemic, rooms were made available to hospital staff. Everyday miracles  Gina Jones, a Staff Assistant since the house opened, says taking care of guests has been …

… Sheikh Asim Ali, MD , to LVPG Hematology Oncology–Pocono (part of Dale and Frances Hughes Cancer Center at Lehigh Valley Hospital–Pocono ) and LVPG Hematology Oncology–E. Norwegian Street (at Lehigh Valley Hospital–Schuylkill E. Norwegian Street ). … As a board-certified and fellowship-trained hematologist oncologist, Dr. Ali …

… because of that, they demand a special kind of medical care that’s built just for them. At Lehigh Valley Reilly Children’s Hospital, we made it our mission to not only provide this special kind of pediatric care kids need and deserve, but also to … the opening of LVPG Pediatrics–Kutztown . … View this post on Instagram A post shared by Lehigh Valley Reilly Children’s Hospital (@lvhnchildren) … At this new pediatric practice located at the Health Center at Kutztown , nurse practitioner Tracy …

… got to enjoy the breadth of the specialty.” … Dr. Kujawski’s mom was a nurse and got him involved in volunteering at the hospital where she worked. “I fell in love with being around patients and helping patients out in any way that I could,” he …

… fetal medicine team, midwifery program and the Level IV Neonatal Intensive Care Unit at Lehigh Valley Reilly Children’s Hospital. … 712 … 2814 … 2712 … Lehigh Valley Health Network Announces Gift to Name The Spence Family Women’s Heart and …

… began his journey back to increased mobility, in rehabilitation at the Inpatient Rehabilitation Center at Lehigh Valley Hospital–Cedar Crest. The goal during his 2½ weeks there was to work on general conditioning and get him to the point where … group meets on the third Monday of each month, from 5-7 p.m., in ECC Room 6 at the Kasych Family Pavilion at Lehigh Valley Hospital–Cedar Crest. For more information, contact support group coordinator Kim Bartman at 610-402-7130 or via email below. Email Kimberly Bartman … 3297 … Allentown … Allentown … Inpatient Rehabilitation Center–Cedar Crest … Lehigh Valley Hospital–Cedar Crest … Double Amputation Rebound …

… resources for patients with COVID-19,” Harrison says. “We now have a much better handle on the numbers and can track our hospital rates effectively.” With additional safety precautions, LVHN restarted bariatric surgery in early May. All bariatric patients are on a separate floor of the hospital than COVID-19 patients, and everyone who enters the building from colleagues to patients and visitors is screened …

… to succeed, you are surrounded by good people who will help you along the way.” … Herndon joined what is now Lehigh Valley Hospital (LVH)–Schuylkill in 1981. After 19 years of service in security, he transitioned to supply distribution services. … I have been able to learn and grow with this organization and I truly love my job.” When you think about a career in a hospital, you may think of nurses and doctors. You may not think of the people behind the scenes responsible for making sure … – even in a small way – that’s very important to me.” … In the heart of Schuylkill County, Port Carbon borough is home to 1,765 residents. The town that was named for its anthracite coal and a waterway to transport it has a rich 170-year history. …

… occupational therapist Lauren Reightler, OTD, helps people return to what’s most meaningful to them after they leave the hospital. Up to half of intensive care unit (ICU) survivors discharged to home struggle with physical, cognitive and … that I have and help to make it happen.” Reightler’s dream of starting a post-ICU clinic that connects patients in the hospital with ICU survivors became reality when she partnered with critical care pulmonologist Dorothea Watson, DO, two … award recipients. Danita Fenstermacher, Float Pool, LVH–Cedar Crest Hometown: Topton The Auxiliary of Lehigh Valley Hospital–Muhlenberg Administrative Partner Award Cheryl Holzer, Neuroscience Intensive Care Unit, LVH–Cedar Crest Hometown: …