Penn State Health provides patient data on COVID-19 dashboard
The number of new daily cases of COVID-19 is rising across Penn State Health’s hospitals, reflecting a national trend. In the interest of continued transparency, and to provide the communities we serve...
View ArticlePenn State Health to offer third-dose COVID-19 vaccinations to...
Penn State Health will begin offering third-dose COVID-19 vaccinations to immunocompromised patients — including employees — at five locations across central Pennsylvania: Berks County – location to be...
View ArticleObstetrics and gynecology resident Brubaker recognized for exceptional teaching
Dr. Laura Brubaker, an obstetrics and gynecology resident at Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center, was recognized in September 2021 as part of the Exceptional Moments in Teaching program...
View ArticleCollege of Medicine Pandemic Response Friday Round-Up – Week of Sept. 6-10
College of Medicine leaders updated faculty, staff and students on Sept. 10 about the ongoing response to the COVID-19 pandemic: This Week’s Updates: Change to Investigational Drug Services Visits Due...
View ArticlePenn State Health leaders encourage employees to join 2021 Heart Walk
With a 50-year tradition of fighting heart disease and stroke through patient care, research and clinical trials, Penn State Health’s commitment to heart health is unmatched. Participating in the...
View ArticleHappy Anniversary: Employees honored for work milestones
Congratulations to the following Penn State Health employees who are celebrating a milestone work anniversary between Sept. 8 and Sept. 14. They put our values into action every day. Employees are...
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Department of Medicine shares diversity news for September 2021
About the Department of Medicine Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Council The mission of the Department of Medicine’s Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Council is to be a resource and advocate for all...
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Sometimes becoming a physician isn’t the original plan, but then it happens
Rebecca Phaëton, MD September is Women in Medicine Month, presented by the American Medical Association Women Physicians Section. Penn State College of Medicine honors Dr. Rébécca Phaëton of the...
View ArticleCollege of Medicine researchers named finalists in technology...
Two technologies developed by Penn State College of Medicine researchers have advanced to the final round of a program that seeks to develop life science research and development projects with high...
View ArticleSaunders selected for AAMC dean fellowship program
Dr. Erika Saunders, Gerald B. Shively and Robert Y. Tan Professor of Biological Psychiatry and Chair of the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Health at Penn State College of Medicine and Penn...
View ArticleContinued response to a pandemic, vaccination rollout and leading-edge...
Learning how to live with COVID-19. Large-scale vaccination rollout. Adapting cutting-edge technology. Continued growth to serve the region. Deborah Berini, president of Penn State Health Milton S....
View ArticlePenn State Health to offer third-dose COVID-19 vaccinations to...
Penn State Health will begin offering third-dose COVID-19 vaccinations to immunocompromised patients — including employees — at five locations across central Pennsylvania. This is NOT a booster shot:...
View ArticleVirtual behavioral health services now available to all through Penn State...
Effective today, community members can now access behavioral health services on their computer, smartphone or tablet using the Penn State Health OnDemand app. “We initially rolled out this service to...
View ArticleMental health and economic factors influence patients’ paths to bariatric...
According to the World Health Organization, four million people die from obesity-related causes annually. Studies have shown that bariatric surgery is an effective, lifesaving intervention for patients...
View ArticleObesity and low muscle mass increases risk of death from major traumas
Obesity can increase a patient’s risk of losing skeletal muscle mass, leading to a condition known as sarcopenic obesity. A study by Penn State College of Medicine researchers shows that patients with...
View ArticleThe Medical Minute: Real-time tumor tracking delivers high cure rates,...
Image-guided radiation therapy has evolved to include the ability to track tumors in real time during treatment. It’s improving cure rates and limiting side effects for a growing number of cancer...
View ArticlePenn State Health celebrates National Hispanic Heritage Month Sept. 15 – Oct. 15
Penn State Health is honoring the cultures and contributions of both Hispanic and Latino Americans by hosting a variety of cultural events during National Hispanic Heritage Month, which takes place...
View ArticleNew, online intent-to-test form available for some Penn State Health...
Penn State Health employees from certain entities and their housemates who are exposed to COVID-19 or show symptoms can now notify Employee Health of their intent to test using this online form. The...
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Internal Medicine residents organize golf tournament to benefit Bethesda...
Drs. Louis Borgatta, left, Rachel White, Frank Weigel and Kayla Hartz, the next group of chief residents, sponsored one of the holes on the golf course for the First Annual GIM Charity Golf Tournament...
View ArticleDepartment of Medicine employees enjoy complimentary trip to Beaver Stadium...
The Penn State College of Medicine and Department of Medicine teamed up to offer complimentary tickets to two department employees for the Penn State vs. Ball State football game at Beaver Stadium on...
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