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Penn State Health Lancaster Medical Center receives national gold seal of approval for knee and hip joint replacements
The Joint Commission has awarded Penn State Health Lancaster Medical Center its certifications for both knee and hip replacement, signifying a high level of commitment to caring for patients receiving joint replacements.
Read MoreSecond annual Hershey + Harrisburg Faculty Connect event set for March 4
An event to bring together faculty at Penn State Harrisburg and Penn State College of Medicine will be held March 4.
Read MoreRecord-breaking $17.7 million raised during THON 2025
The 2025 Penn State IFC/Panhellenic Dance Marathon (THON) has raised $17,737,040.93 for Four Diamonds at Penn State Health Children's Hospital.
Read MoreStudent Affairs spreads joy at College of Medicine to celebrate Random Acts of Kindness Day, promote wellness
Penn State College of Medicine faculty and students were surprised with sweet treats and special snacks as part of Random Acts of Kindness Day on Monday, Feb. 17.
Read MorePenn State THON Weekend kicks off Feb. 21
More than 700 student dancers and thousands of student volunteers will unite at Penn State’s Bryce Jordan Center, Feb. 21-23, for the 53rd annual THON Weekend.
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Q&A: Turning THON fundraising into lifesaving medical treatments
Chandrika Behura, associate professor of pediatrics at the Penn State College of Medicine, is one of the physician-scientists whose research on pediatric cancer is supported by Four Diamonds.
Read MoreTiming and regularity of sleep may be key for adolescent heart health
Late nights and erratic sleep schedules can impact young people’s heart health in later life, according to a team led by researchers from Penn State College of Medicine.
Read MoreCelebrating excellence in research: Penn State College of Medicine faculty shine at NAPCRG conference and awards
The Department of Family and Community Medicine at Penn State College of Medicine made a remarkable showing in primary care research at the North American Primary Care Research Group in late November.
Read MoreCollege of Medicine researchers awarded more than $6 million to study heart function in women with preeclampsia
Penn State College of Medicine has been awarded $6.1 million to advance the study of heart function in women who have experienced severe preeclampsia.
Read MorePA Breast Cancer Coalition awards $200,000 in breast cancer research grants to Penn State Cancer Institute
The PA Breast Cancer Coalition presented $200,000 in breast cancer research grants to Penn State Cancer Institute.
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The Medical Minute: Measles makes a comeback. Your questions answered.
Measles cases are rising in the U.S., with Pennsylvania reporting its first case this year. A Penn State Health pediatric infectious disease physician answers your questions about the highly contagious virus and why vaccination remains the best defense.
Read MoreThe Medical Minute: Ear infections and kids: top tips for parents
A Penn State Health otolaryngologist shares what to know about ear infections and other ear, nose and throat problems in children.
Read MoreThe Medical Minute: Can you have a heart attack and not know it?
Not all heart attacks have telltale symptoms like chest pain. A Penn State Health cardiologist shares signs of a silent heart attack and tips to protect your heart.
Read MoreThe Medical Minute: What works ─ and what doesn’t ─ to prevent norovirus
Norovirus, often called the stomach flu, is spreading rapidly in the U.S. A Penn State Health infectious diseases specialist explains why—and why hand sanitizer isn’t effective against it.
Read MoreThe Medical Minute: Shingles and its shot: What you need to know to stay healthy
The same virus that causes chickenpox can also reemerge as shingles, causing a painful string of rashes. A Penn State Health family medicine physician discusses the symptoms and why he recommends the shingles vaccine for adults 50 and older and adults with weakened immune systems.
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Faculty, trainees get unique, long-distance learning experience through mixed reality case review
Faculty and trainees joined with a team in London, England for a fully remote, multi-institution neurosurgical case discussion in mixed reality.
Read MorePartin and Espinosa Marazita recognized for Exceptional Moments in Teaching
Michael Partin, MD, faculty member, and Sofia Espinosa Marazita, MD, resident, were recognized through the “Exceptional Moments in Teaching” program for March.
Read MoreShankar and Graefe recognized for Exceptional Moments in Teaching
Lakshmi Shankar, MD, faculty member, and Brad Graefe, MD, resident, were recognized through the “Exceptional Moments in Teaching” program for the month of February.
Read MoreInnovation Fellowship helps learners and researchers bring ideas to life
The Innovation Fellows Program helps research trainees interested in translation, commercialization, and business disciplines develop healthcare innovations.
Read MorePaul and Griffith recognized for Exceptional Moments in Teaching
Dustin Paul, DO, and Shantelle Griffith, MD, were recognized through the “Exceptional Moments in Teaching” program for January.
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Milton S. Hershey Medical Center earns national accreditation for excellence in surgical oncology care
Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center has been recognized by the American College of Surgeons as a Surgical Quality Partner through participation in the organization’s Commission on Cancer.
Read MorePenn State Health Lancaster Medical Center earns 2024 Leapfrog Top Hospital Award for outstanding quality, safety
Penn State Health Lancaster Medical Center has been named a Top General Hospital by the Leapfrog Group, just one of three hospitals in Pennsylvania to earn that designation and the […]
Read MoreSt. Joseph Medical Center recognized for exceptional maternity care
Ratings from U.S. News & World Report single out hospitals offering high-quality labor and delivery services Penn State Health St. Joseph Medical Center has been honored as a High Performing […]
Read MorePenn State Health completes 300th TCAR procedure for carotid artery disease
Minimally invasive procedure reduces risk of future stroke Penn State Health recently completed its 300th transcarotid artery revascularization (TCAR) procedure. The achievement comes as the health system also marks the […]
Read MoreMilitary Veteran Brings Crisis Skills to Penn State Health ER
There’s a running joke in the Emergency Department at Penn State Health Holy Spirit Medical Center. If something is going haywire or if there’s a rush of patients bursting through […]
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Ask Us Anything About… Enlarged Prostates
There are more treatment options than ever for enlarged prostate, according to Dr. Jaime Herrera Caceres, a urologist at Penn State Health's Hampden Medical Center and Holy Spirit Medical Center.
Read MoreAsk Us Anything About… Stomach Pain
We all have stomach pains from time to time. But how can we pinpoint the cause and determine when it may be serious and warrant medical attention?
Read MoreAsk Us Anything About… Cholesterol Screening
Dr. Patrick Fitzsimmons, an interventional cardiologist at Penn State Health Lancaster Medical Center, covers what you need to know about cholesterol and the importance of knowing your numbers.
Read MoreAsk Us Anything About… RSV in Children
We’ve been hearing a lot about RSV -- or respiratory syncytial virus -- lately. While cases are reported every year, an early influx of cases -- and of hospitalizations, including among children -- is adding to concern this year. We find out what parents need to know from Dr. Jessica Ericson, a pediatric infectious diseases physician, and Dr. Duane Williams, a pediatric critical care physician -- both of Penn State Health Children's Hospital.
Read MoreAsk Us Anything About... Knee Problems
Approximately a quarter of all adults suffer from knee pain. We learn more about the causes of and treatments for a range of knee ailments from two Penn State Health orthopedic surgeons: Dr. Charles Davis and Dr. Aman Dhawan.
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Trust, teamwork and a calling to save lives inspires Life Lion paramedic
As a teenager, Alex Blackwood developed a passion for emergency medical care and once considered a career as a trauma surgeon. “But when I was going to Penn State Berks, […]
Read MoreFrom Campus to Care: Penn State Alumni Shine at Penn State Health
Every day Penn State alumni bring the energy and passion for helping others from their college days to their roles at Penn State Health. We’re proud to highlight three medical […]
Read MoreCollege of Medicine think tank tackles rural health disparities
An interdisciplinary group of Penn State College of Medicine faculty came together and shared different ideas to reduce health disparities in rural communities.
Read MorePenn State Health Holy Spirit Medical Center honors Carlisle High School students for life-saving actions
Penn State Health Holy Spirit Medical Center leaders honored two Carlisle High School seniors, Elsa Riesmeyer and Julien Mastrangelo, for their quick thinking and heroism during a school craft show.
Read MoreOne million lives touched: Penn State Health, College of Medicine advance health equity
Penn State Health and Penn State College of Medicine employees touched more than 1 million lives through community health programs in fiscal year 2024. The organization’s successful efforts to improve mental health, health equity, and wellness and disease prevention are brought to life in the 2024 Community Benefit Report, “Advancing Health Equity. Strengthening Our Communities.”
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Fostering Lions program strengthened by gift from dedicated alumni couple
A new $50,000 gift and a $100,000 estate commitment from proud Penn State alumni and longtime donors and volunteers Alan Bedrick, MD (Sci ’74, Med ’78) and Sally (Pollock) Bedrick (Edu ’75) were inspired by a simple question.
Read MoreDr. Ajay Saini named medical director of quality for Penn State Health
Dr. Ajay Saini has been tapped to fill the new role of medical director of quality at Penn State Health.
Read MoreSwenson named VP of musculoskeletal services at Penn State Health
Penn State Health has hired Teresa Swenson, an accomplished orthopedic leader with three decades experience in health care, to be its new administrative vice president of musculoskeletal services.
Read MoreSoleimani named chair of the Department of Surgery
Penn State College of Medicine and Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center have named Dr. Behzad Soleimani as the new chair of the Department of Surgery.
Read MoreWetherill named chief pharmacy officer at Penn State Health
Penn State Health has hired Sam Wetherill, an established leader with nearly three decades experience in pharmacy services, to be its next vice president and chief pharmacy officer, effective Monday, […]
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