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UnitedHealthcare Children’s Foundation approaches 20th year of providing financial aid for children’s medical needs

UnitedHealthcare Children’s Foundation approaches 20th year of providing financial aid for children’s medical needs The UnitedHealthcare Children’s Foundation (UHCCF) is committed to helping families across the U.S. by providing timely financial support in the form of child medical grants so families can focus on what truly matters – enhancing the quality of...

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Northwest Health – La Porte Among Nation’s Top Performing Hospitals for Treatment of Heart Attack Patients

Northwest Health – La Porte Among Nation’s Top Performing Hospitals for  Treatment of Heart Attack Patients American College of Cardiology NCDR Chest Pain - MI Registry Platinum Performance Achievement Award recognizes sustained, high level performance in quality of care  Northwest Health – La Porte has received the American College of Cardiology’s...

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‘Because of him, I can walk’ – Gary woman praises team at Community Healthcare System’s Wound Center

‘Because of him, I can walk’ – Gary woman praises team at Community Healthcare System’s Wound Center Vanessa Wheeler-Hardimon was not sure how bad the wound was on her left foot. “To be honest, I did not look at it for a long time,” the 68-year-old Gary resident said. “I just could not do it.” With her wound getting worse, she made the...

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Franciscan Health Crown Point hospitalist receives St. Raphael Award

Franciscan Health Crown Point hospitalist receives St. Raphael Award Franciscan Health Crown Point Hospitalist Ahmer Festok, DO, was recently presented with the St. Raphael Award from the hospital’s nursing staff. Dr. Festok received the award in recognition of his outstanding dedication, teamwork and respect for...

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St. Mary Medical Center maintains ‘Baby-Friendly’ birth facility status

St. Mary Medical Center maintains ‘Baby-Friendly’ birth facility status St. Mary Medical Center again has earned the distinction as a Baby-Friendly birth facility. The hospital continues to meet criteria set by Baby Friendly USA, Inc. The re-designation is in effect through 2028. “Our Family Birthing Center provides...

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St. Catherine Hospital Named to U.S. News & World Report 2024 Best Hospitals for Maternity Care

St. Catherine Hospital Named to U.S. News & World Report 2024 Best Hospitals for Maternity Care U.S. News & World Report has named St. Catherine Hospital as a 2024 High Performing hospital for Maternity Care (Uncomplicated Pregnancy). This is the highest award a hospital can earn for U.S. News’ Best Hospitals for Maternity Care. St....

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Board-certified pediatrician joins Franciscan Physician Network in Michigan City

Board-certified pediatrician joins Franciscan Physician Network in Michigan City Board-certified pediatrician Chantal Walker, MD, is now part of the Franciscan Physician Network and is accepting new patients in Michigan City. Dr. Walker completed medical school at Indiana University School of Medicine in Indianapolis. Her...

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Gastroenterologist joins Franciscan Physician Network in Crown Point

Gastroenterologist joins Franciscan Physician Network in Crown Point Gastroenterologist Rida Aslam, DO, is now part of the Franciscan Physician Network and is accepting new patients in Crown Point. Dr. Aslam completed her training at the New York Institute of Technology – College of Osteopathic Medicine in Old...

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Board-certified family nurse practitioner joins Franciscan Physician Network in Winfield

Board-certified family nurse practitioner joins Franciscan Physician Network in Winfield Board-certified family nurse practitioner Tana Kish is now part of the Franciscan Physician Network and is accepting new patients in Winfield. Tana Kish, NP, earned her master of science degree in nursing at Purdue University Northwest in Hammond,...

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NorthShore Health Centers Optometrist Dr. Alexandra McBurnie puts communication & compassion first

NorthShore Health Centers Optometrist Dr. Alexandra McBurnie puts communication & compassion first NorthShore Health Centers is more than an urgent care clinic – under one roof, it offers comprehensive health services: dental, pediatrics, behavioral health, OB/GYN, optometry, and more. It is a constantly growing team of expert providers...

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