Healthcare
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Navigating Social Media with Kids and Teens
As the world changes and technology develops, kids have more and more access to the internet and social media. In fact, 50 percent of 11-year-olds have a cell phone and upwards of 90 percent of 14-year-olds have one. It can be incredibly challenging to figure out how to navigate tech, especially when many parents of…
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Riddle EMS Rebranded as Main Line Health EMS to Reflect Fleet Mission
Main Line Health has rebranded Riddle Emergency Medical Services at Riddle Hospital in Media as Main Line Health EMS. The announcement was made on Wednesday, Jan. 14, with a ribbon-cutting ceremony, writes Sarah Gantz for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The seven ambulances that make up Riddle EMS employ 77 paramedics and EMTs. They have been providing…
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Leadership Changes Underway at Wayne’s Teleflex Following CEO Exit
Wayne-based Teleflex is undergoing a leadership transition with CEO Liam Kelly stepping down and Dr. Stephen Klasko, former Jefferson Health chief, appointed as the medical device company’s new board chairman, writes John George for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Kelly recently left his roles as both chairman and CEO of Teleflex, with no explanation provided by the company. Stuart Randle, who has been on…
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Malvern’s Saquon Barkley Advocates for Blood Donation in American Red Cross Partnership
Malvern resident Saquon Barkley partners with the American Red Cross to encourage blood donations among his family and fans during January, National Blood Month, writes Natasha Dye for People. “I’m always trying to show and teach my kids how to be better and how to help others, so this has been a prime example of that,” said Barkley. “Daddy…
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First-of-Its-Kind Dry Eye Treatment Spa Comes to Bryn Mawr
A new kind of eye care has arrived on the Main Line, blending medical treatment with spa-style rejuvenation, writes Timothy Alexander for MyChesCo. See La Vie Eyecare & Eyewear has opened its doors in Bryn Mawr, introducing what’s being billed as the region’s first eye spa devoted exclusively to dry eye disease and ocular aesthetics.…
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St. Luke’s Health Network AI Helps Staff Identify Deteriorating Patients Faster
St. Luke’s Health Network has implemented an AI tool that allows doctors and nurses to identify deteriorating patient conditions more quickly and intervene earlier, writes Sarah Gantz forThe Philadelphia Inquirer. The AI tool frequently detects patient deterioration before visible signs of distress appear to medical staff. “We would ideally like to intervene on these patients…
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Major Expansion at Lower Bucks Hospital Doubles ICU Capacity
Lower Bucks Hospital in Bristol has doubled its Intensive Care Unit capacity after the recent completion of a major expansion, writes Dino Ciliberti for the Patch. Hospital leadership, physicians, nurses, and frontline medical professionals were joined earlier this week by U.S. Congressman Brian Fitzpatrick at the ribbon-cutting ceremony celebrating the completion of the expansion. Fitzpatrick…
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Doylestown’s Hepatitis B Foundation Responds to CDC’s Vaccine Policy Change
Following the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s decision to end its policy on hepatitis B vaccinations at birth, the Hepatitis B Foundation has begun a public awareness campaign, writes John George for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The Doylestown-based company is the only nonprofit in the world devoted to researching and informing the public about hepatitis B. “We’ve already started working on…
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Navigating the Holidays While in Recovery: 6 Practical Tips for Staying Grounded and Sober
The holidays can be a wonderful time for connecting with family and friends and taking a much-needed pause from our busy routines, but for people living with substance use disorder, the festive season often brings added stress and emotional pressure. This time of year often includes more social invitations, many of which center around alcohol.…
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Conshohocken’s Cencora Expands Cancer Care Platform with Big Acquisition
Conshohocken’s Cencora is strengthening its footprint in specialty medicine with a new agreement, the company announced in a press release. Cencora will acquire TPG’s equity interest in OneOncology, a physician-led national platform supporting independent oncology practices. The move builds on Cencora’s existing partnership with OneOncology and signals a deeper investment in helping independent cancer specialists…
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Main Line Health CEO Ed Jimenez Talks About Healthcare Priorities
Employees, safety, and improved care delivery are the priorities for Main Line Health President and CEO Ed Jimenez six months into the job. He took over in June with 30 years of healthcare leadership experience, writes Gina Lizzo for Main Line Today. Jimenez most recently served as president and CEO of University Hospital in Newark,…
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Riddle Hospital Is Quieter These Days at Night, New Survey Shows
Riddle Hospital in Media once had the dubious honor of being the loudest acute-care hospital in the region at night, according to a federal survey. Not anymore, writes Lizzie Mulvey for The Philadelphia Inquirer. It has significantly reduced its night-time noise levels, according to newly released federal data. The most recent survey of Riddle Hospital…
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Judge Settles Crozer Health WARN Act Violations at $1.5M for Employees
Former Crozer Health employees who say they weren’t given enough notice over the closing of two hospitals and the loss of their jobs are entitled to claims of $1.5 million, far less than the $21 million they requested. U.S. Bankruptcy Judge Stacey G.C. Jernigan of the Northern District of Texas was ruling on alleged WARN…
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This Delaware County Hospital Makes 2026 US News List for Best Maternity Care
The U.S. News & World Report’s 2026 Best Hospitals for Maternity Care list includes one from Delaware County, writes John George for Philadelphia Business Journal. Riddle Hospital in Media once again made the list, after appearing on it last year. It ranked among 495 hospitals nationwide and among 13 in the Philadelphia region. A record-breaking…
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Blackbird Health Opens New Clinic in Media, Expands Pediatric Mental Health Services in Region
Blackbird Health, the leading regional pediatric mental health provider of comprehensive virtual and in-person services, has expanded its footprint in southeastern Pennsylvania with the opening of a new in-person clinic in Media. This new clinic adds another access point for children and teens seeking timely mental health support in the region. The clinic, Blackbird Health’s…
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JAG Physical Therapy Opens First Montco Clinic in Willow Grove
Montgomery County residents now have a new destination for high-quality rehabilitation care. JAG Physical Therapy, one of the Northeast’s fastest-growing PT and occupational therapy providers, has officially opened a clinic in Willow Grove. The new facility celebrated its arrival on Welsh Road with a community ribbon-cutting attended by local leaders, including representatives from State Sen.…
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Moody’s Just Upgraded Redeemer Health — Here’s What Changed
Montgomery County’s lone independent health system is getting a vote of confidence from the financial world, writes John George for The Philadelphia Business Journal. Moody’s Ratings has upgraded Redeemer Health’s outlook from negative to stable. It cites improving fiscal performance and stronger operating momentum at the Meadowbrook-based provider, which operates Holy Redeemer Hospital in Abington…
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Harcum College Invites the Community to Sealant Day on Feb. 16
Harcum College’s Dental Hygiene Program is once again opening its doors to the community for Sealant Day, a free event dedicated to promoting oral health and preventive care for children. Taking place on Monday, Feb. 16, 2026, Sealant Day provides families with access to essential Dental Hygiene services performed by Harcum’s skilled dental faculty, students,…
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