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Northwest Health announced that it is using new artificial intelligence (AI) technology aimed at enhancing the speed and accuracy of stroke diagnosis at its hospitals in La Porte, Knox and Valparaiso. This innovative initiative represents a significant step forward in the health system’s commitment to using advanced medical technology to provide top-tier patient care. Stroke, a leading cause of disability and death worldwide, requires swift and accurate diagnosis to ensure timely intervention and treatm... ... Read More
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Curious about the science of sleep and its profound impact on your life? If so, join neurologist Asia Filatov, M.D., MBA, to learn more about unlocking the science of sleep and how to establish a good sleep routine at Northwest Health’s next HealthyU wellness seminar. The free event entitled Sweet Dreams: Why Good Sleep Matters will be held from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m., on Tuesday, April 30, 2024 in the Community Room at Northwest Health – Porter located 85 E. U.S. Hwy. 6 in Valparaiso. Dr. Filatov’s presenta... ... Read More
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To help address hunger throughout the region, the employees throughout Northwest Health collected nearly 800 jars of peanut butter during its Jars of Love Peanut Butter Drive in March. All of that peanut butter was then donated to local food pantries including the Sacred Heart Food Pantry in Michigan City, Center Township Trustee’s food pantry in La Porte, the food pantry at Community Services of Starke County, Hilltop Neighborhood House food pantry in Valparaiso and Portage Township community food pant... ... Read More
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Northwest Health – La Porte recently honored Justin Pendilla, R.N., with the Daisy Award for exceptional nursing – most notably for his outstanding communication with his patients and their families and always being responsive to their needs. Pendilla, an emergency department nurse, was nominated by a patient’s daughter whose mother was transported by ambulance to the ER at Northwest Health – La Porte after experiencing a heart attack at work. In her letter describing how Pendilla put her mother and fam... ... Read More
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Northwest Health has released its annual community benefit report, outlining the contributions it made to the health of its patients and the impact on the region’s economy last year. Over the course of 2023, Northwest Health shared that the organization provided care at 933,400 patient encounters across its three hospitals, Northwest Medical Group and other sites of care. As a major employer and tax-payer, the report shows the organization was a significant contributor to the economic health of the regi... ... Read More
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On March 20, Northwest Health – Porter added robotic-assisted lung biopsies to its suite of advanced medical procedures for lung conditions. This innovative technology represents a significant milestone in the early detection and treatment of lung cancer, offering patients a minimally invasive approach to obtaining precise diagnostic information. Robotic-assisted lung biopsies combine the knowledge of Northwest Health’s skilled medical team with the precision and dexterity of advanced robotic technology... ... Read More
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The inpatient rehabilitation floor at Northwest Health – Portage recently enhanced the way they celebrate patients who have successfully completed, or graduated from, their intensive rehabilitation programs and are now ready to embark on the next chapter of their lives with renewed strength and vitality. "We are thrilled to celebrate the accomplishments of our graduating patients. Their determination, hard work, and resilience have been truly inspiring,” said Jennifer Sobczynski, manager of the Inpatien... ... Read More
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James Leonard, D.O., FACEP, the chief executive officer for Northwest Health – Porter has appointed Gena DeMuth, MS, BSN, RN, CEN, as the hospital’s chief nursing officer (CNO). With an extensive background in nursing leadership and a passion for patient care, DeMuth brings a wealth of experience to Northwest Health - Porter. As the CNO, she will oversee all nursing operations, ensuring the highest standards of care are maintained and that Northwest Health patients receive the utmost attention and suppo... ... Read More
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Simon Ratliff, chief executive officer at Northwest Health- La Porte and Northwest Health – Starke, has appointed Andrea Back, BSN, as its new director of quality and patient experience champion. In her new role, Back will oversee all aspects of quality assurance, patient safety and patient experience initiatives at Northwest Health – La Porte and Starke. With a commitment to excellence and a passion for improving patient outcomes, she will work closely with the medical staff and administrative team to ... ... Read More
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Simon K. Ratliff has been named the new chief executive officer (CEO) at Northwest Health – La Porte and Northwest Health – Starke. Ratliff has served as Interim CEO for the hospitals since February 5 of this year. Ratliff has more than two decades of healthcare leadership experience serving at both large and small organizations. Most recently he served as President and CEO at Wilkes-Barre General Hospital in Northeastern Pennsylvania, where he was responsible for a 412-bed hospital with a medical staff... ... Read More
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