Porter Regional Hospital

Porter Health System is once again seeking to honor one of its nurses through its annual Patient Choice Award program. This award recognizes the level of quality care, comfort and compassion offered by nurses each day. Continuing the tradition of the...

From the March 2010 Senior Circle publication Q: Is osteoarthritis a part of aging, and is there a way to reduce risks, even after age 50? A: Osteoarthritis (OA) is the most common form of arthritis, affecting some 21 million Americans. “If we live...

Are you looking for an outdoor activity that relieves stress and allows you to lead a healthier lifestyle? Then gardening may be the answer. To help our 50-plus population learn more about how they can enjoy the benefits of gardening, Porter Health...

From the 2010 Winter StayHealthy publication‘Virtual Tour’ of heart helps patients, guides surgeons… Porter is the first hospital in the region to add an exciting new tool to its Cardiac & Vascular Institute. The new tool has a complicated...

Porter Health System’s Healthy Woman Program will present an educational seminar entitled, “When to Take Your Child to the ER” by Emergency Medicine physician Samara Kester, DO. The program will be held at 6:30 pm, on Tuesday, March 2, at the...

From the 2010 Winter StayHealthy publication“It’s really gratifying to see someone limp into our offices one day and be almost pain free right after surgery. In fact, one of my patients was out on the golf course just 42 hours after I replaced...

From the 2010 Winter StayHealthy publicationHaving your own personal energy crisis these days? If so, you’re not alone. “Fatigue” is the second most common general complaint in doctor’s offices – second only to “pain.” You may be...

From the 2010 Winter StayHealthy publication All hospitals are not alike. To find the best care for yourself and your loved ones, consider asking the following questions when choosing a hospital: Is the hospital accredited by the Joint Commission?...

From the 2010 Winter StayHealthy publicationAlong with your mother’s eyes or your father’s singing voice, you’ve inherited a complete genetic profile and clues to your future health. And, just as your family tree gives you background on your...