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Stroke Recovery in the Cards for Schnecksville Man

… Valley Hospital–Cedar Crest, Neurologist Adam Edwards, MD , with LVH Neurology–1250 Cedar Crest , was already gathering medical history on Tom and was able to access Tom’s medical records, including from the November 2020 stroke when Tom was treated at LVH–Muhlenberg. “By the time he was in the …

Hypertension (High Blood Pressure)

… especially if you have relatives with hypertension. Risks of untreated high blood pressure Hypertensive heart disease is a medical condition that results from prolonged and untreated high blood pressure. This can lead to the enlargement of the …

What It Means to Get Care at a Most Wired Hospital

… video visits and in-person appointments right from your fingertips. You also can request prescription refills, pay medical bills and view test results. To sign up to access MyLVHN through a computer, visit MyLVHN.org or download the free … MyChart Bedside keeps you engaged and informed during your hospital stay. Upon admission (mother-baby unit and medical-surgical), you’ll be offered a secure interactive tablet that features MyChart Bedside and videoconferencing … with the medical equipment. After your blood pressure is read, the information feeds directly into the electronic health records system, Epic. Your health information is then monitored regularly by a nurse. “You have a health care partner looking …

How to sign up for MyLVHN

… Online” to complete the online form. You will need to provide your Social Security number. If available, include your LVHN medical record number. With an activation code  (Find your activation code on the After Visit Summary form you receive at … proxy access at their next LVHN or LVPG appointment. Proxy access lets you schedule appointments, check immunization records and set up LVHN Video Visits on their behalf. In order to set up proxy access, you will also need your own MyLVHN … Essential workers should fill out the essential worker questionnaire in MyLVHN. People who are new LVHN patients and have medical conditions, should fill out the COVID-19 Ages 18-64 Vaccine Request in MyLVHN. When it’s your turn and supply allows, …

2014 Report to the Community: Better Health, Better Care, Better Cost

… convenient, embraced new approaches to care, and are preparing to launch a user-friendly and transformative electronic medical record. We achieve better cost by embracing the fact that quality care costs less. We are recognized nationally for … at Hazleton and through Lehigh Valley Physician Group—Hazleton practices in northeastern Pennsylvania , as well  numerous medical services in the community. – 41 providers at 21 Lehigh Valley Physician Group—Hazleton practices. Deepening our … cancel an appointment, communicate with doctors’ offices, review medication lists and request refills, view immunization records, get health maintenance and appointment reminders, and review and pay medical bills.    Standardizing LVPG physician …

How Lehigh Valley Hospital–Pocono Met the Pandemic on the Front Lines

… on February 9, 2021  For current information on COVID-19 visit, LVHN.org/COVID-19 . It is my honor to serve as the Chief Medical Officer for Lehigh Valley Hospital (LVH)–Pocono for the past four years, and for six years before that in a similar position for Pocono Medical Center. Despite decades of experience in the clinical practice of medicine, as well as in hospital leadership … it was essential that I have the most accurate information about what’s happening on the front lines. I named a cabinet of medical staff leaders from multiple disciplines, including emergency medicine, infectious disease, internal medicine, trauma …

Michael N. Minear, MS

CEO Council
Senior Vice President and Chief Information Officer, Lehigh Valley Health Network

Radiation Treatment Journey

… are skilled in assessing long-term effects of the therapy and monitoring cancer. Meet our team . Treatment Coordinators / Medical Secretaries Medical professionals who work closely during and after treatment with your radiation oncologist. They prepare your medical record, arrange your first appointment, obtain insurance authorizations and assist with your daily arrivals.  …

Department of Emergency Medicine Medical Student Rotation Resources

… Department of Emergency Medicine Medical Student Rotation Resources Listed below are important emergency medicine educational resources. Some links may … Emergency Medicine (2019) Emergency Medicine Secrets (2016) Pediatric Emergency Medicine Secrets (2015) Free Open Access Medical Education (FOAMed) The most popular free core sites in emergency medicine are listed below. Embasic.org  (great for … as it pertains to specific diagnostic questions. Lexicomp : Point of care drug information MDCalc.com :  Source for medical equations, scores, and algorithms VisualDx : Clinical decision support system that helps clinicians recognize and …

Rehabilitation Services

… way as you achieve your rehabilitation goals. Our large health network gives you access to health care providers from any medical specialty, so you always get the care you need. And because we use electronic health records, your entire health care team can track your rehabilitation journey as you achieve your wellness goals. Inpatient … brain or spine injury and cancer to help you reach your high est level of independence.  Your rehabilitation team includes medical professionals from multiple specialties, including: Physiatrists (rehabilitation physicians) Rehabilitation n urses …

Health information at your fingertips

… and LVHN outpatient services. (See information below concerning former patient portals .) With MyLVHN you can: Review medical information See test results quickly Schedule an appointment Have a video visit or an E-Visit Request prescription refills Pay or review bills for medical services (you can pay as a guest too) Send and receive secure, non-urgent messages from your LVHN health care … request proxy access at their next LVPG appointment. Proxy access lets you schedule appointments, check immunization records and set up LVHN Video Visits on their behalf. In order to set up proxy access, you will also need your own MyLVHN …

Chemotherapy

Lehigh Valley Topper Cancer Institute is home to the region’s top cancer doctors (oncologists). You receive chemotherapy using the latest cancer drugs, some of which are only available through clinical trials. Our dedication to delivering safe, effective cancer care earns our program national recognition.

Clinical Trials 101: Myths and Facts About Participating in a Clinical Trial

… shares information about clinical trials and their importance: … “Clinical trials are research studies that evaluate medical, surgical and sometimes behavioral interventions,” Baga says. “Clinical research is the best way to find out if certain treatments, devices, vaccines and screenings are safe and effective.” In the United States, all medical treatments must go through clinical trials prior to being approved for regular use. “Without clinical trials, you … you will be followed closely by a team of clinicians involved with the research, so you will have an added layer of medical support. If you experience any health concerns, even if they aren’t related to the trial, that team will determine …

ALS (Lou Gehrig’s Disease)

… you may experience difficulty breathing, swallowing and paralysis.  ALS diagnosis We ask you about your symptoms and medical history and perform a physical examination. These tests can help rule out other conditions.  These tests, including  …

Coordinated Health–Allentown Achieves Healthgrades 2020 Patient Safety Excellence Award™

… treated at non-recipient hospitals For its analysis, Healthgrades evaluated approximately 45 million Medicare inpatient records for nearly 4,500 short-term acute care hospitals nationwide to assess hospital performance in 32 common conditions … safety is readily available and should be considered when researching health care options,” said Brad Bowman, MD, Chief Medical Officer, Healthgrades . “We commend the recipients of the 2020 Patient Safety Excellence Award for their dedication …

Neurological Recovery Considered Remarkable

… The case of 26-year-old Justin Smith, which is being called a medical miracle, is prompting some health professionals to rethink protocols for treating patients with severe hypothermia … the paramedics were ordered to start CPR and bring Smith in by ambulance. At Hazleton, “it was all hands on deck” as medical and nonmedical staff, including housekeeping, took turns performing manual CPR on Smith. Blood tests checked Smith’s … there was a lot of luck and hard work involved,” Wu says. … The case of 26-year-old Justin Smith, which is being called a medical miracle, is prompting some health professionals to rethink protocols for treating patients with severe hypothermia …