Healthcare
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From Second-Guessing to Trusting Her Instincts, Immaculata Nursing Grad Perseveres
When Julia Darlak, who had long been interested in the nursing field, shadowed nurses as a high school student, she was surprised to meet so many who had earned their collegiate nursing education, whether it was a bachelor’s degree in nursing or graduate study, from Immaculata University. “I was inspired by their devotion to their patients’ holistic…
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‘Nurses Are the Heart and Soul of Healthcare’: IBX Honors Trio of Nurses Through Its Celebrate Caring Campaign
Independence Blue Cross has announced the three winners of its sixth annual Celebrate Caring campaign, which honors extraordinary nurses in the region: Among the hundreds of heartfelt nominations submitted by patients, colleagues, family members, and community members, these three nurses go above and beyond to exemplify dedication, compassion, and excellence in their field. Their stories reflect the profound…
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Bucks County–Based Nonprofit Acquires Last Community Health Systems Hospitals in Pennsylvania
Bucks County-based nonprofit WoodBridge Healthcare Inc., led by healthcare veteran Joshua Nemzoff, has agreed to purchase the last three Pennsylvania hospitals from Community Health Systems Inc., writes Harold Brubaker for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The $120 million deal encompasses Wilkes-Barre General Hospital and two Scranton facilities: Regional Hospital of Scranton and Moses Taylor Hospital. The…
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Doylestown Health Advances Toward Merger with Penn Health System
Doylestown Health is moving closer to finalizing its merger with the University of Pennsylvania Health System, writes John George for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The merger is expected to reach a definitive agreement within weeks, as announced by the leaders of both organizations. Since signing a letter of intent in January, Doylestown Health and…
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Bucks County Mom Gets Life-Changing Robotic Arm from Widener University
Bucks County mom Victoria Nedza is embracing newfound independence thanks to a custom-built robotic arm designed by an occupational therapy team at Widener University, writes Stephanie Stahl for CBS News Philadelphia. Nedza, who has a rare form of muscular dystrophy, faced significant challenges in her daily life, but the innovative device has made a…
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Union Set To Protest Suburban Community’s Conversion Into Micro-hospital
The conversion of Suburban Community Hospital in East Norriton, owned by Prime Healthcare Foundation, into a micro-hospital will become official on Tuesday, writes John George for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The move has sparked concerns from the largest union of nurses in the region. The medical center in central Montgomery County will now have a…
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Six Philly-Area Hospitals Rank Top 50 in U.S. News & World Report for Specialty Care
Six hospitals from the Philadelphia region are in the top 50 nationally for at least one healthcare specialty category in the latest U.S. News & World Report Best Hospitals report, writes John George for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The Hospitals of the University of Pennsylvania–Penn Presbyterian Medical Center also made the publication’s “Honor Roll” as…
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This Bucks County Hospital Earned the Top Spot for Social Responsibility
St. Luke’s Hospital – Upper Bucks Campus has secured a prestigious ninth place in the Lown Institute’s annual ranking of socially responsible hospitals in the United States, according to 69 News. This Bucks County hospital, located near Quakertown, distinguishes itself among 2,784 acute care hospitals nationwide, standing out for its dedication to equity, value,…
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Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia Receives $6.4 Million Gift from Bucks County Family
Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) has received a $6.4 million gift from the family of Connor Boyle, a Central Bucks East High School graduate who died at age 18 from osteosarcoma. This three-year gift, named “The Connor Initiative: Precision Therapeutics for Osteosarcoma & Rare Cancers,” will support cutting-edge research in osteosarcoma and other rare cancers.…
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Bala Cynwyd-Based Larimar Therapeutics Chosen for FDA’s START Pilot Program
The Food and Drug Administration has selected Bala Cynwyd-based Larimar Therapeutics’ lead drug candidate for its new program inspired by the Operation Warp Speed initiative, which was used for the rapid approval of COVID-19 vaccines, writes John George for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Larimar’s Nomlabofusp, an experimental therapy for Friedreich’s ataxia, will be the focus…
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Lankenau Medical Center Doubles Down on Safety Protocols After Nurse’s Error
An error made by a nurse at Lankenau Medical Center in Wynnewood briefly put the local hospital under “immediate jeopardy” from state inspectors, writes Sarah Gantz for The Philadelphia Inquirer. On August 11, a nurse at Lankenau gave a patient a double dose of a powerful opioid painkiller hydromorphone. The patient was found unresponsive and…
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Prime Healthcare to Convert Lower Bucks Hospital in Bristol to Nonprofit
Prime Healthcare announced plans to convert Lower Bucks Hospital in Bristol Township and Philadelphia’s Roxborough Memorial Hospital to nonprofit status by this summer, writes John George for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The move will place these hospitals under the ownership of the Prime Healthcare Foundation, which already manages 14 hospitals nationwide, including Suburban Community Hospital…
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Rothman Orthopaedic Institute’s Dr. Michael Ciccotti Honored For 30 Years of Service as Phillies Team Physician
The Philadelphia Phillies recently honored and recognized its long-time team physician, Dr. Michael Ciccotti, who is retiring from the team after 30 years. He is also the director of sports medicine at Rothman Orthopaedic Institute. For 25 of his years with the team, Ciccotti served as the head team physician and medical doctor. “I have…
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Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia Continues To Thrive Under Madeline Bell’s Leadership
Madeline Bell became the first woman to hold the position of the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia chief executive nearly a decade ago, and the hospital has been thriving under her leadership since, writes Michael Bradley for the Main Line Today. Her one regret is that she did not sell herself harder prior to getting the…
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Bensalem-based Group Aims to Pay Tribute to Nursing Professionals
The Bucks County Nurses Honor Guard is honoring National Nurses Week by offering solemn tributes to nurses both living and departed, writes Dino Ciliberti for the Patch. Founded in 2021 by Theresa Conejo, a veteran nurse, the group performs ceremonies that reflect the deep respect typically accorded to firefighters and military personnel. Members, clad in…
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Doylestown to Welcome State-of-the-Art Behavioral Health Facility in 2025
A groundbreaking initiative is underway to address the urgent needs of individuals facing behavioral health crises. The Bright Path Center, set to open in 2025 in Doylestown, will be the first facility of its kind in the state, writes Michele Haddon for the Bucks County Courier Times. It aims to offer a comprehensive, around-the-clock…
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Kin Wellness and Support Center Unveils New Labyrinth for Cancer Patients in Buckingham
The Kin Wellness and Support Center, a cornerstone for cancer care in Bucks County, has launched a new labyrinth in Buckingham, according to Tapinto Doylestown. Situated at 2325 Heritage Center Drive, the labyrinth is designed to be accessible, featuring four wide and flat paths that accommodate wheelchairs and walkers. Kristina Fenimore, the Director of…
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Montgomery County’s First Micro-Hospital Will Change the Healthcare Landscape
Micro-hospitals are a growing trend in healthcare to reach more patients right in their communities, writes Harold Brubaker for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Montgomery County will soon have one of the 10-bed hospitals with small emergency departments in Gilbertsville. Micro-hospitals also referred to as neighborhood hospitals are designed to reach patients in areas that can’t accommodate…
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