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March 18, 2024 | What’s Happening

The Family Place staff members completed the three necessary phases of the PA Sleep Program to educate new parents on safe infant sleep practices. Read More about Evangelical Community Hospital’s The Family Place Earns Recognitions

Evangelical Community Hospital’s The Family Place Earns Recognitions
March 14, 2024 | Newsmakers

Evangelical Community Hospital welcomes several advanced practitioners to its family of services. Read More about Advanced Practitioners Join Evangelical Community Hospital March 2024

Advanced Practitioners Join Evangelical Community Hospital March 2024
March 11, 2024 | What’s Happening

The Evangelical Community Hospital Children’s Health Fair, featuring YMCA Healthy Kids Day Activities will be held at The Miller Center, Lewisburg, on Saturday, April 6, 2024, from 9 am to noon. Read More about The Evangelical Community Hospital Children’s Health Fair, featuring YMCA Healthy Kids Day Activities

The Evangelical Community Hospital Children’s Health Fair, featuring YMCA Healthy Kids Day Activities
March 07, 2024 | Newsmakers

Michele Swartzlander, Hospitality Associate, Patient and Guest Relations, is awarded the Hive Award as the first recipient of this newly introduced recognition. Read More about Michele Swartzlander, Hospitality Associate, Earns First Hive Award

Michele Swartzlander, Hospitality Associate, Earns First Hive Award
March 06, 2024 | Newsmakers

Philip Peterson, MD, Emergency Medicine Physician at Evangelical Community Hospital, earns Master of Medical Management for Physicians Degree (MMM) from Carnegie Mellon University-Heinz College. Read More about Evangelical Community Hospital Emergency Physician Earns Master’s Degree in Medical Management

Evangelical Community Hospital Emergency Physician Earns Master’s Degree in Medical Management
March 05, 2024 | What’s Happening

Evangelical Community Hospital laboratories were inspected by the College of American Pathologists (CAP) and passed, earning them reaccreditation until 2026. Read More about Evangelical Community Hospital Laboratories Earn Reaccreditation

Evangelical Community Hospital Laboratories Earn Reaccreditation
March 05, 2024 | What’s Happening

Hospice of Evangelical seeks volunteers for patients and loved ones entering their end-of-life journey. Read More about Hospice of Evangelical Seeks Volunteers – Training Being Held in April

Hospice of Evangelical Seeks Volunteers – Training Being Held in April
February 28, 2024 | What’s Happening

Hospice of Evangelical is offering a grief awareness program on defining grief, the grieving process, how to cope through the loss of a loved one, and how to support those who are grieving. Read More about Hospice of Evangelical Offers Grief Awareness Program

Hospice of Evangelical Offers Grief Awareness Program
February 19, 2024 | What’s Happening

Evangelical Community Hospital has been recognized as a 2023 Health Quality Innovator for using successful, evidence-based approaches to improve healthcare quality and outcomes. Read More about Evangelical Community Hospital Selected as a 2023 Health Quality Innovator of the Year

Evangelical Community Hospital Selected as a 2023 Health Quality Innovator of the Year
February 16, 2024 | Newsmakers

On Tuesday, February 6, 2024, Heather Raymond, MRI Technologist, Imaging Services, was presented with the Bee Award. She is the first recipient of this newly introduced recognition. Read More about Heather Raymond, MRI Technologist, Earns First Bee Award

Heather Raymond, MRI Technologist, Earns First Bee Award
February 12, 2024 | What’s Happening

Existing patients at any of the nine Family Medicine and Internal Medicine of Evangelical practices can now take advantage of appointment self-scheduling. Read More about Family Medicine and Internal Medicine of Evangelical Practices Introduce Self-Scheduling

Family Medicine and Internal Medicine of Evangelical Practices Introduce Self-Scheduling
February 09, 2024 | Newsmakers

Evangelical Community Hospital is pleased to welcome Wade Otruba, MD, Anesthesiologist, as a member of the Medical Staff and part of the Anesthesiology of Evangelical. Read More about Evangelical Community Hospital Welcomes Anesthesiologist Wade Otruba, MD

Evangelical Community Hospital Welcomes Anesthesiologist Wade Otruba, MD
January 26, 2024 | Newsmakers

Surgical Services at Evangelical Community Hospital recently presented its ORchid Award for outstanding performance to Savannah Cassel, RN, Operating Room (OR) Nurse! Read More about Evangelical Community Hospital Presents ORchid Award to Operating Room Nurse – Savannah Cassel, RN

Evangelical Community Hospital Presents ORchid Award to Operating Room Nurse – Savannah Cassel, RN
January 03, 2024 | What’s Happening

Evangelical Community Hospital becomes the first and only recipient in Pennsylvania of the Orthopaedic Center of Excellence Designation from DNV. Read More about Evangelical Community Hospital Receives Orthopaedic Center of Excellence Designation from DNV

Evangelical Community Hospital Receives Orthopaedic Center of Excellence Designation from DNV
January 02, 2024 | What’s Happening

James Robert Hollister became Evangelical Community Hospital’s first baby of 2024 to be born at The Family Place, the Hospital’s obstetrics unit. Read More about Baby New Year Arrives at Evangelical Community Hospital’s The Family Place

Baby New Year Arrives at Evangelical Community Hospital’s The Family Place
December 27, 2023 | Newsmakers

Jeffrey Nolter, BA, CNMT, RT(R)(N), has been named Director of Imaging Services at Evangelical Community Hospital. Read More about Evangelical Names New Director of Imaging Services

Evangelical Names New Director of Imaging Services
December 27, 2023 | Newsmakers

Kiera Robinson, RN, BSN, was recently presented the DAISY Award at Evangelical Community Hospital for exemplary clinical expertise and compassionate care. Read More about Evangelical Awards DAISY Honor to Kiera Robinson, RN, BSN

Evangelical Awards DAISY Honor to Kiera Robinson, RN, BSN
December 19, 2023 | What’s Happening

ERMMS, the subsidiary of Evangelical Community Hospital that provides emergency response services to surrounding communities, announced several changes to its provision of services in 2024. Read More about Evangelical Regional Mobile Medical Services Announces 2024 Changes

Evangelical Regional Mobile Medical Services Announces 2024 Changes
December 14, 2023 | What’s Happening

Evangelical Community Hospital is introducing a specialty clinic. The first service being offered at the Selinsgrove Specialty Clinic is women’s health through OB/GYN of Evangelical. Read More about Evangelical Community Hospital Expands Women’s Health Services in Snyder County

Evangelical Community Hospital Expands Women’s Health Services in Snyder County
November 29, 2023 | What’s Happening

The Family Place of Evangelical has been recognized as a "Birthing-Friendly" hospital, a new federal designation, among dozens of Pennsylvania hospitals. Read More about Evangelical Community Hospital Designated a “Birthing-Friendly” Hospital

Evangelical Community Hospital Designated a “Birthing-Friendly” Hospital
November 28, 2023 | Newsmakers

Serena Feese, RN, BSN, was recently presented the DAISY Award at Evangelical Community Hospital. The award is presented to a nurse who exemplifies clinical expertise and compassionate care. Read More about Evangelical Community Hospital Awards DAISY Honor for Nursing Excellence to Serena Feese, RN, BSN

Evangelical Community Hospital Awards DAISY Honor for Nursing Excellence to Serena Feese, RN, BSN
November 22, 2023 | Newsmakers

Karen Schuler, BSN, RN-NI, has been named Director of Utilization Review, Clinical Documentation Integrity, Denials for Revenue Cycle at Evangelical Community Hospital. Read More about Karen Schuler Named UR/CDI/Denials Director

Karen Schuler Named UR/CDI/Denials Director
November 16, 2023 | Newsmakers

The event serves as an outward sign of appreciation of the way the community works together with the Hospital to build a welcoming environment where people want to live, work, and raise families. Read More about Evangelical Community Hospital Holds Event to Honor Community Givers

Evangelical Community Hospital Holds Event to Honor Community Givers
November 16, 2023 | What’s Happening

The Nuclear Medicine Department recently earned reaccreditations from the Intersocietal Accreditation Commission (IAC) in three areas: Nuclear Cardiology, General Nuclear Medicine, and PET/CT. Read More about Evangelical Community Hospital’s Nuclear Medicine Department Earns Reaccreditations

Evangelical Community Hospital’s Nuclear Medicine Department Earns Reaccreditations
November 09, 2023 | What’s Happening

Evangelical Community Hospital earned an “A” Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group, a national nonprofit watchdog that sets standards for excellence in patient care. Read More about Evangelical Community Hospital Earns An ‘A’ Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group

Evangelical Community Hospital Earns An ‘A’ Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group
November 07, 2023 | Newsmakers

The Patricia Umbenhower Leininger Memorial Scholarship has been introduced at Evangelical Community Hospital to support and encourage nurses pursuing a Registered Nurse designation. Read More about Newly Introduced Scholarship at Evangelical Community Hospital Supports Future RNs

Newly Introduced Scholarship at Evangelical Community Hospital Supports Future RNs
November 06, 2023 | Newsmakers

Michelle Moser, RN, Operating Room (OR) Nurse, a position she’s held since October 2021, was presented the ORchid award on October 31, 2023 in front of coworkers by surgical leadership. Read More about ORchid Award Presented to Surgical Nurse - Michelle Moser

ORchid Award Presented to Surgical Nurse - Michelle Moser
November 03, 2023 | Newsmakers

Evangelical Community Hospital is pleased to welcome Liu Liu, MD, Pathologist, as a member of the Medical Staff and part of the Pathology Group of Evangelical. Read More about Evangelical Community Hospital Welcomes New Pathologist, Liu Liu, MD

Evangelical Community Hospital Welcomes New Pathologist, Liu Liu, MD
October 31, 2023 | Newsmakers

Evangelical Community Hospital has announced new and returning Board of Directors leadership and appointments. Read More about Board of Directors, New and Returning Appointments

Board of Directors, New and Returning Appointments
October 31, 2023 | Newsmakers

Psychology of Evangelical welcomes Gwendolyn Edwards, PsyD, to its staff. She will begin seeing patients in November. Read More about Gwendolyn Edwards, PsyD, Joins Psychology of Evangelical

Gwendolyn Edwards, PsyD, Joins Psychology of Evangelical
October 26, 2023 | What’s Happening

Corazon, Inc., a national leader in services for the cardiovascular specialty based in Pittsburgh, has granted reaccreditation to the Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI) program at Evangelical Community Hospital. Read More about Hospital Receives PCI Reaccreditation from Corazon, Inc.

Hospital Receives PCI Reaccreditation from Corazon, Inc.
October 23, 2023 | What’s Happening

Evangelical Regional Mobile Medical Services (ERMMS) recently received its Pediatric Voluntary Recognition Program certificate. Read More about Evangelical Regional Mobile Medical Services Recognized with Pediatric Certificate

Evangelical Regional Mobile Medical Services Recognized with Pediatric Certificate
October 16, 2023 | Newsmakers

The Nurse Residency program is designed specifically for newly graduated nurses (LPNs or RNs with less than one year of experience) and those nurses who are new to hospital-based care. Read More about Evangelical Community Hospital Graduates Nurse Residency Program Class - October 2023

Evangelical Community Hospital Graduates Nurse Residency Program Class - October 2023
October 09, 2023 | Newsmakers

Evangelical Community Hospital is pleased to welcome Kristina Brown, DO, Laborist, to OB/GYN of Evangelical. Read More about OB/GYN of Evangelical Welcomes New Laborist, Kristina Brown, DO

OB/GYN of Evangelical Welcomes New Laborist, Kristina Brown, DO
October 05, 2023 | Newsmakers

Hospice of Evangelical has once again achieved five-star status in the latest ratings release from Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) in their online Hospice Care Compare system. Read More about Hospice Compare Site Rates Hospice of Evangelical a Five-Star Service

Hospice Compare Site Rates Hospice of Evangelical a Five-Star Service
October 02, 2023 | Newsmakers

Michael Redding has been named Associate Vice President of Marketing and Communications at Evangelical Community Hospital. Read More about Evangelical Community Hospital Names Associate Vice President of Marketing and Communications

 Evangelical Community Hospital Names Associate Vice President of Marketing and Communications
October 02, 2023 | Newsmakers

Matthew (Matt) Exley, EMT-B, CHSS, PACEM, has been named Director of Employee and Public Safety at Evangelical Community Hospital. Read More about Director of Employee and Public Safety Named at Evangelical Community Hospital

Director of Employee and Public Safety Named at Evangelical Community Hospital
September 29, 2023 | Newsmakers

The Thrya M. Humphreys Center for Breast Health has added a second surgeon to meet the specialty breast needs of women and men in the Greater Susquehanna Valley. Read More about Thyra M. Humphreys Center for Breast Health Adds Breast Surgeon to Comprehensive Team

Thyra M. Humphreys Center for Breast Health Adds Breast Surgeon to Comprehensive Team
September 28, 2023 | What’s Happening

Evangelical Community Hospital is holding its annual Cookin’ Men event where chefs turn up the heat on breast cancer awareness by creating culinary delights for people to enjoy while raising funds to support The Thyra M. Humphreys Center for Breast Health. Read More about 2023 Cookin’ Men Event Serves Up Breast Cancer Awareness

 2023 Cookin’ Men Event Serves Up Breast Cancer Awareness
September 28, 2023 | What’s Happening

Beginning in October, Evangelical Community Hospital is introducing a specialty clinic at 457 River Avenue, Williamsport. Read More about Evangelical Community Hospital Specialty Clinic Serves Williamsport and Surrounding Areas

Evangelical Community Hospital Specialty Clinic Serves Williamsport and Surrounding Areas
September 25, 2023 | Newsmakers

Hospice of Evangelical recently held a volunteer training for those interested in giving their time and assisting with end-of-life care for families throughout the Greater Susquehanna Valley. As a result, nine new community volunteers are joining the Hospice team of caregivers. Read More about Hospice of Evangelical Welcomes New Volunteers in 2023

Hospice of Evangelical Welcomes New Volunteers in 2023
September 21, 2023 | Newsmakers

Andrea Strony, RN, BSN, was recently presented the DAISY Award. The award is presented to a deserving nurse who exemplifies clinical expertise and compassionate care and is recognized as a role model in the nursing community. Read More about Evangelical Community Hospital Awards DAISY Honor for Nursing Excellence to Andrea Strony, RN, BSN

Evangelical Community Hospital Awards DAISY Honor for Nursing Excellence to Andrea Strony, RN, BSN
September 15, 2023 | Newsmakers

Evangelical Community Hospital is pleased to welcome Stephen Biggiani, MD, to its Medical Staff. Dr. Biggiani joined the Hospitalist Group. Read More about Evangelical Community Hospital Welcomes New Hospitalist – Stephen Biggiani, MD

Evangelical Community Hospital Welcomes New Hospitalist – Stephen Biggiani, MD
August 28, 2023 | Newsmakers

Kimberly Oberlin, RN, BSN, was presented the DAISY Award on Thursday, August 17, 2023. The award is presented to a deserving nurse who exemplifies clinical expertise and compassionate care and is recognized as a role model in the nursing community. Read More about Evangelical Community Hospital Awards DAISY Honor for Nursing Excellence to Kimberly Oberlin, RN, BSN

Evangelical Community Hospital Awards DAISY Honor for Nursing Excellence to Kimberly Oberlin, RN, BSN
August 22, 2023 | What’s Happening

Evangelical Community Hospital is proud to announce the re-certification of its cardiovascular and pulmonary rehabilitation programs by the American Association of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation (AACVPR). This certification is recognition of Evangelical’s commitment to improving the quality of life of patients by enhancing standards of care. Read More about Evangelical Community Hospital’s Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation Programs Certified by Industry Leader

 Evangelical Community Hospital’s Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation Programs Certified by Industry Leader
August 21, 2023 | Newsmakers

Evangelical Community Hospital is pleased to welcome Jacqueline Braden, DO, FACOG, MIGS, Obstetrician/Gynecologist, to OB/GYN of Evangelical. Read More about Evangelical Community Hospital Welcomes New OB/GYN—Jacqueline Braden, DO, FACOG, MIGS

Evangelical Community Hospital Welcomes New OB/GYN—Jacqueline Braden, DO, FACOG, MIGS
August 17, 2023 | What’s Happening

Beginning Monday, August 14, 2023, patients of the area can take advantage of greater accessibility to SUN Orthopaedics of Evangelical-Selinsgrove and the Selinsgrove Imaging Center. Both service offerings, previously located at 21 Susquehanna Mall Drive will now be open in their new location at the former Sears location of the Susquehanna Valley Mall. Read More about Evangelical Community Hospital Opens Orthopaedic and Imaging Services at Mall Location

Evangelical Community Hospital Opens Orthopaedic and Imaging Services at Mall Location
August 14, 2023 | What’s Happening

Arthritis refers to joint pain or joint disease and there are more than 100 types of arthritis and related conditions. With 28 bones in the foot, three bones that make up the ankle, and more than 30 joints that allow for a wide range of movement in the foot and ankle, arthritis can play a major role in the deterioration of the ankle. Read More about Evangelical Community Hospital Holds Talk with the Doc on Ankle Replacement

Evangelical Community Hospital Holds Talk with the Doc on Ankle Replacement
August 09, 2023 | What’s Happening

Evangelical Community Hospital hosted its 37th Golf Classic on Friday, August 4, 2023, at the Bucknell Golf Club, Lewisburg. The event was a great success with 204 golfers raising over $54,000 for Evangelical Regional Mobile Medical Services (ERMMS). Read More about 37th Annual Evangelical Golf Classic Raises Funds for Lifesaving Services

37th Annual Evangelical Golf Classic Raises Funds for Lifesaving Services
August 08, 2023 | What’s Happening

Evangelical Community Hospital has been named by U.S. News & World Report to its 2023-2024 Best Hospitals as a High Performing hospital for spinal fusion, hip replacement, knee replacement, and stroke. This is the highest distinction a hospital can earn for U.S. News’ Best Hospitals Procedures and Conditions ratings. Read More about U.S. News & World Report Names Evangelical Community Hospital Among Best Hospitals 2023-2024 as High Performing

U.S. News & World Report Names Evangelical Community Hospital Among Best Hospitals 2023-2024 as High Performing
August 07, 2023 | What’s Happening

Evangelical Community Hospital is receiving statewide recognition for its efforts to support and raise awareness about organ, eye, and tissue donation. Read More about Evangelical Community Hospital Recognized for Supporting Organ Donation

Evangelical Community Hospital Recognized for Supporting Organ Donation
July 27, 2023 | What’s Happening

The Hospital Gift Shop is offering a limited-edition print, entitled "COVID-19: Eye of the Storm," for purchase. Read More about COVID-19 Eye of the Storm Painting Unveiled

COVID-19 Eye of the Storm Painting Unveiled
July 26, 2023 | What’s Happening

Evangelical Community Hospital has received a five-star rating for overall quality from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) in the most recent release of their Overall Hospital Quality Star Ratings. Read More about Evangelical Community Hospital Receives CMS Five-Star Quality Rating

Evangelical Community Hospital Receives CMS Five-Star Quality Rating
July 18, 2023 | Newsmakers

Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE) International has announced that Donna Schuck, Associate Vice President of Philanthropy and Donor Relations at Evangelical Community Hospital, has been recertified as a CRFE. Read More about Evangelical Community Hospital's Donna Schuck Recertified with Fund Raising Executive Credential

Evangelical Community Hospital's Donna Schuck Recertified with Fund Raising Executive Credential
July 17, 2023 | Newsmakers

Surgical Services at Evangelical Community Hospital recently presented its ORchid Award for outstanding performance to staff. Read More about ORchid Award Presented to Evangelical Community Hospital Surgical Services Staff

ORchid Award Presented to Evangelical Community Hospital Surgical Services Staff
July 07, 2023 | Newsmakers

Evangelical Community Hospital is pleased to welcome new providers to its Hospitalist Group. Hospitalists specialize in inpatient care and are dedicated to the delivery of comprehensive medical care to hospitalized patients. Read More about Evangelical Community Hospital Welcomes New Hospitalists - Drs. Sosanya-Meadows and Shereen

Evangelical Community Hospital Welcomes New Hospitalists - Drs. Sosanya-Meadows and Shereen
July 05, 2023 | What’s Happening

Hospice of Evangelical seeks individuals who are looking for a rewarding volunteer experience where their efforts make a meaningful impact for patients and loved ones entering the end-of-life journey. Opportunities for direct family/patient interaction and/or Hospice program office support are available. Read More about Hospice of Evangelical Seeks Volunteers – Training Being Held This September

Hospice of Evangelical Seeks Volunteers – Training Being Held This September
June 26, 2023 | Newsmakers

Elizabeth Price has been named Vice President of Information Systems, Chief Information Officer at Evangelical Community Hospital. Read More about Elizabeth Price Named Chief Information Officer at Evangelical Community Hospital

Elizabeth Price Named Chief Information Officer at Evangelical Community Hospital
June 22, 2023 | What’s Happening

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Overall employment in healthcare occupations is projected to grow 13 percent from 2021 to 2031, much faster than the average for all occupations; this increase is expected to result in about 2 million new jobs over the decade. In addition to new jobs from growth, opportunities arise from the need to replace workers who leave their occupations permanently. About 1.9 million openings each year, on average, are projected to come from growth and replacement needs. Read More about Evangelical Community Hospital Hosts 20th High School Healthcare Careers Internship Program

Evangelical Community Hospital Hosts 20th High School Healthcare Careers Internship Program
June 20, 2023 | What’s Happening

Evangelical Community Hospital will host its 37th Annual Golf Classic on Friday, August 4, 2023, at the Bucknell Golf Club, Lewisburg. The scramble format event has morning and afternoon shotgun starts available at 8 am and 1:30 pm. Entry fee for each golfer is $125 and includes green fees, golf cart, refreshments on the course, and meals. Read More about Evangelical Invites Golfers and Sponsors to Take Part in 37th Annual Golf Classic

Evangelical Invites Golfers and Sponsors to Take Part in 37th Annual Golf Classic
June 01, 2023 | Newsmakers

Evangelical Community Hospital is pleased to welcome Nicholas Julius, MD, to its Medical Staff. Dr. Julius joined the Emergency Medicine Group of the Hospital. Read More about Evangelical Welcomes New Emergency Department Physician – Nicholas Julius, MD

Evangelical Welcomes New Emergency Department Physician – Nicholas Julius, MD
May 30, 2023 | What’s Happening

Evangelical Community Hospital recently held it second Annual Ambassador Challenge. The challenge, which ran throughout May, raised over $181,000 to support the Evangelical Care Fund. Read More about Ambassador Challenge Raises Over $181,000 for Evangelical Community Hospital

Ambassador Challenge Raises Over $181,000 for Evangelical Community Hospital
May 25, 2023 | What’s Happening

Evangelical Community Hospital was recently awarded a grant of $50,000 from the Ralph and Josephine Smith Fund at the First Community Foundation Partnership of Pennsylvania (FCFP). The funds are designated to support the Hospital’s Charity Care/Financial Assistance Fund. Read More about Evangelical Community Hospital Granted Funds to Support Financial Assistance Program

Evangelical Community Hospital Granted Funds to Support Financial Assistance Program
May 24, 2023 | What’s Happening

The American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy (ASGE), a leading gastrointestinal medical society, recently granted a three-year recognition for quality and safety to Evangelical Community Hospital’s Ambulatory Surgical Center as part of its program specifically dedicated to promoting quality in endoscopy in all settings where it is practiced in the United States. Read More about Evangelical Ambulatory Surgical Center Granted Renewed Recognition by Leading Gastrointestinal Medical Society for Quality and Safety

Evangelical Ambulatory Surgical Center Granted Renewed Recognition by Leading Gastrointestinal Medical Society for Quality and Safety
May 17, 2023 | Newsmakers

Katerina Moore RN, BSN, was presented the DAISY Award on International Nurses Day, Friday, May 12, 2023. The award is presented to a deserving nurse who exemplifies clinical expertise and compassionate care and is recognized as a role model in the nursing community. Read More about Evangelical Community Hospital Awards DAISY Honor for Nursing Excellence to Katerina Moore RN, BSN

Evangelical Community Hospital Awards DAISY Honor for Nursing Excellence to Katerina Moore RN, BSN
May 12, 2023 | Newsmakers

Evangelical Community Hospital welcomes several advanced practitioners to its family of services. Read More about Advanced Practitioners Joining Evangelical Community Hospital

Advanced Practitioners Joining Evangelical Community Hospital
May 08, 2023 | What’s Happening

One out of five Americans will develop skin cancer by age 70 according to the Skin Cancer Foundation. Read More about Talk with the Doc: Daria Keyser, DO, Discusses Skin Cancer

Talk with the Doc: Daria Keyser, DO, Discusses Skin Cancer
May 02, 2023 | Newsmakers

Amanda Sheesley, RN, was presented the DAISY Award on Wednesday, April 19, 2023. The award is presented to a deserving nurse who exemplifies clinical expertise and compassionate care and is recognized as a role model in the nursing community. Read More about Evangelical Community Hospital Awards DAISY Honor for Nursing Excellence to Amanda Sheesley, RN

Evangelical Community Hospital Awards DAISY Honor for Nursing Excellence to Amanda Sheesley, RN
May 01, 2023 | What’s Happening

On Thursday, April 27, 2023, Evangelical Community Hospital raised the Organ Donor Flag outside of Rooke Pavilion, to bring awareness to the importance of organ donation. The flag raising ceremony was attended by families impacted by organ donation, Hospital leadership, and employees/hospital guests. Read More about Evangelical Community Hospital Raises Organ Donation Flag, Honors Gift of Life Donors

Evangelical Community Hospital Raises Organ Donation Flag, Honors Gift of Life Donors
April 24, 2023 | What’s Happening

Evangelical Community Hospital is once again holding its premier fundraising event — The Ambassador Challenge. Featured community representatives will be promoting the Hospital’s mission and encouraging charitable giving as ambassadors for the Hospital. Read More about 2023 Ambassador Challenge Underway at Evangelical Community Hospital

2023 Ambassador Challenge Underway at Evangelical Community Hospital
April 14, 2023 | What’s Happening

Highly lauded David Baron, MSEd, DO, DFACN, DLFAPA, will deliver this year’s 12th Annual Charles P. Fasano, DO Memorial Lecture on Adolescent Mental Health in Family Medicine: The Role of Sports Concussion, Substance Abuse, and Long COVID-19. Read More about 12th Annual Fasano Lecture Features Mental Health Expert, David Baron

12th Annual Fasano Lecture Features Mental Health Expert, David Baron
April 12, 2023 | Newsmakers

Jonathan Shedlock, MBA, FHFMA, CRCR, Associate Vice President of Revenue Cycle at Evangelical Community Hospital recently became a Fellow of the Healthcare Financial Management Association (FHFMA). Read More about Jonathan Shedlock Earns Fellowship Designation from the Healthcare Financial Management Association

Jonathan Shedlock Earns Fellowship Designation from the Healthcare Financial Management Association
April 10, 2023 | What’s Happening

On Sunday, May 21, 2023, Evangelical Community Hospital will be holding the Annual Children’s Remembrance Service at 2 pm at the St. Mary's Park, Lewisburg. The event is open to the community. Read More about Evangelical Community Hospital Holds Annual Children’s Remembrance Service

Evangelical Community Hospital Holds Annual Children’s Remembrance Service
April 06, 2023 | What’s Happening

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, skin cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer in the United States, and most cases are preventable. Read More about Outdoor Workers Run High Risk for Skin Cancer – Special Screening Available Through Mobile Health of Evangelical

Outdoor Workers Run High Risk for Skin Cancer – Special Screening Available Through Mobile Health of Evangelical
April 03, 2023 | What’s Happening

Each day, 17 people in the United States die while waiting for a life-saving organ transplant. Evangelical Community Hospital is pleased to join Gift of Life Donor Program to promote organ and tissue donation throughout April as part of National Donate Life Month. Gift of Life is encouraging individuals to register to become an organ, tissue, and cornea donor, which is as easy as visiting donors1.org. Read More about Gift of Life Donor Program and Evangelical Community Hospital Promotes Organ Donation to Help Save Lives

Gift of Life Donor Program and Evangelical Community Hospital Promotes Organ Donation to Help Save Lives
April 03, 2023 | What’s Happening

Hospice of Evangelical will be holding its very first Remembrance Walk on Sunday, May 7, 2023. The walk will be held between 1-4 pm at the Shikellamy State Park, 401 Bridge Avenue, Sunbury (Packers Island). Read More about Hospice of Evangelical to Hold First Remembrance Walk

Hospice of Evangelical to Hold First Remembrance Walk
March 13, 2023 | What’s Happening

Millions of Americans are impacted by vascular diseases like peripheral artery disease which can increase risk of heart attack or stroke. Read More about Talk with the Doc: Panel of Experts Explore Vascular Disease

Talk with the Doc: Panel of Experts Explore Vascular Disease
March 08, 2023 | What’s Happening

Evangelical Community Hospital has been named to Newsweek’s list of World’s Best Hospitals 2023. This prestigious award is presented by Newsweek and Statista Inc., the world-leading statistics portal and industry ranking provider. The awards list was announced on March 1, 2023 and can currently be viewed on Newsweek’s website. Read More about Evangelical Community Hospital Named to Newsweek’s World’s Best Hospitals 2023 List

Evangelical Community Hospital Named to Newsweek’s World’s Best Hospitals 2023 List
March 01, 2023 | What’s Happening

Evangelical Community Hospital has been recognized as one of the best mid-sized employers on the Forbes list of America’s Best Employers 2023. This prestigious award is presented by Forbes and Statista Inc., the world-leading statistics portal and industry ranking provider. The awards list was announced on February 15, 2023 and can currently be viewed on the Forbes website. Read More about Evangelical Community Hospital on the Forbes America’s Best Employers 2023 List

Evangelical Community Hospital on the Forbes America’s Best Employers 2023 List
February 28, 2023 | Newsmakers

Evangelical Community Hospital’s Nurse Residency program is designed specifically for newly graduated nurses (LPNs or RNs with less than one year of experience) and those nurses who are new to hospital-based care. The most recent class has completed the program. Upon completion they are given a nurse residency pin and certificate to acknowledge the hard work and dedication they have put in to become an Evangelical Nurse. Read More about Evangelical Community Hospital Graduates Nurse Residency Program Class

Evangelical Community Hospital Graduates Nurse Residency Program Class
February 22, 2023 | Newsmakers

Meghan Simmonds, RN, was presented the DAISY Award on Tuesday, February 14, 2023. The award is presented to a deserving nurse who exemplifies clinical expertise and compassionate care and is recognized as a role model in the nursing community. Read More about Evangelical Community Hospital Awards DAISY Honor for Nursing Excellence to Meghan Simmonds, RN

Evangelical Community Hospital Awards DAISY Honor for Nursing Excellence to Meghan Simmonds, RN
February 08, 2023 | What’s Happening

The Evangelical Community Hospital Children’s Health Fair, featuring YMCA Healthy Kids Day Activities will be held at The Miller Center, Lewisburg, on Saturday, March 18, 2023, from 9 am to noon. Read More about Evangelical Community Hospital and the YMCA Celebrate Healthy Kids at Children’s Health Fair

Evangelical Community Hospital and the YMCA Celebrate Healthy Kids at Children’s Health Fair
February 07, 2023 | Newsmakers

Callie Kleinman, RN, was presented the DAISY Award on Wednesday, February 1, 2023. The award is presented to a deserving nurse who exemplifies clinical expertise and compassionate care and is recognized as a role model in the nursing community. Read More about Evangelical Community Hospital Awards DAISY Honor for Nursing Excellence to Callie Kleinman, RN

Evangelical Community Hospital Awards DAISY Honor for Nursing Excellence to Callie Kleinman, RN
February 01, 2023 | What’s Happening

Every minute, a woman dies from heart disease in the United States — it is the number one killer of women, causing one in three deaths each year, according to the American Heart Association (AHA). Read More about Talk with the Doc: Panel of Experts Explore Women’s Heart Health

Talk with the Doc: Panel of Experts Explore Women’s Heart Health
January 27, 2023 | Newsmakers

Christopher Cummings, MD, Neurologist, has been named Medical Director of the Primary Stroke Center at Evangelical Community Hospital. He is fulfilling this directorship in addition to his role as a neurologist at Neurology of Evangelical. Read More about Christopher Cummings, MD, Named Medical Director of Primary Stroke Center at Evangelical Community Hospital

Christopher Cummings, MD, Named Medical Director of Primary Stroke Center at Evangelical Community Hospital
January 05, 2023 | What’s Happening

The Family Place, Evangelical Community Hospital’s obstetrics unit, has earned recognition in the areas of quality improvement for maternal substance use and opioid use disorder care. The Family Place received two Quality Improvement Awards from the Pennsylvania Perinatal Quality Collaborative (PA PQC), which is funded by the Pennsylvania Department of Drug and Alcohol Programs and administered by the Jewish Healthcare Foundation. To earn these awards, The Family Place successfully completed milestones demonstrating how The Family Place is implementing best practices and using data to improve care for pregnant and postpartum women with substance use. Read More about Evangelical Community Hospital’s The Family Place Earns Maternal Health Quality Improvement Award

Evangelical Community Hospital’s The Family Place Earns Maternal Health Quality Improvement Award
January 03, 2023 | What’s Happening

On Monday afternoon, January 2, 2023, at 1:46 pm, Kevin and Stephanie Kline of Middleburg welcomed a brand-new 5 pounds, 11.5 ounces, 18 inches long addition to their family. Read More about Evangelical Community Hospital Introduces First Baby of 2023

Evangelical Community Hospital Introduces First Baby of 2023
December 29, 2022 | What’s Happening

Evangelical Community Hospital has successfully transitioned to one, integrated platform for its electronic health record (EHR) at the end of 2022. After over two years of pre-planning and training, Hospital staff implemented the system on December 4, 2022. This strategic move by the Hospital modernizes the patient experience creating a seamless, safe, and more consistent healthcare delivery system for all patients in the community. Read More about Evangelical Community Hospital Successfully Moved to New Electronic Health Record

Evangelical Community Hospital Successfully Moved to New Electronic Health Record
December 27, 2022 | What’s Happening

The Heart and Vascular Center of Evangelical, a practice of Evangelical Community Hospital focused on the cardiovascular needs of patients in the Greater Susquehanna Valley, recently completed an expansion project with patients being seen in the new spaces beginning January 2023. Read More about Heart and Vascular Center of Evangelical Expanded – New Patient Spaces Open January 2023

Heart and Vascular Center of Evangelical Expanded – New Patient Spaces Open January 2023
December 20, 2022 | Newsmakers

Evangelical Community Hospital welcomes several advanced practitioners to its family of services. Read More about Evangelical Community Hospital Welcomes Advanced Practitioners

Evangelical Community Hospital Welcomes Advanced Practitioners
December 19, 2022 | What’s Happening

Elizabeth’s An American Bistro, Lewisburg, recently experienced a milestone—its 25th year of providing fine food to the community with a mission of creating memorable occasions for our customers with modern American food made with passion and care using the freshest regional ingredients available. Read More about Women’s Health at Evangelical Community Hospital Gets Boost from Local Restauranteur

Women’s Health at Evangelical Community Hospital Gets Boost from Local Restauranteur
December 13, 2022 | What’s Happening

According to Trust for America’s Health, State of Obesity 2022 publication, Better Policies for a Healthier America, it was found that four in 10 American adults are obese, and obesity rates continue to climb nationwide and within population groups. Read More about Talk with the Doc: Bariatric Specialist Discusses Weight-Loss Struggles and Surgeries

Talk with the Doc: Bariatric Specialist Discusses Weight-Loss Struggles and Surgeries
December 02, 2022 | What’s Happening

Corazon, Inc., a national leader in services for the cardiovascular specialty based in Pittsburgh, has awarded reaccreditation to the Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI) program at Evangelical Community Hospital. Read More about Evangelical Community Hospital Receives Interventional Cardiology Reaccreditation

Evangelical Community Hospital Receives Interventional Cardiology Reaccreditation
November 29, 2022 | Newsmakers

Phoebe Faden, LPN, was presented the DAISY Award on Friday, November 11, 2022. The award is presented to a deserving nurse who exemplifies clinical expertise and compassionate care and is recognized as a role model in the nursing community. Read More about Evangelical Community Hospital Awards DAISY Honor for Nursing Excellence to Phoebe Faden, LPN

Evangelical Community Hospital Awards DAISY Honor for Nursing Excellence to Phoebe Faden, LPN
November 28, 2022 | Newsmakers

Evangelical Community Hospital is pleased to welcome Kelly Baldwin, MD, MSMEd, Neurologist; Christopher Cummings, MD, Neurologist; and Katherine Patil, DO, Critical Care to its staff. Read More about Evangelical Welcomes New Physicians

Evangelical Welcomes New Physicians
November 22, 2022 | What’s Happening

On National Philanthropy Day, November 15, 2022, Evangelical Community Hospital held its inaugural Evangelical Honors the Community banquet at Rusty Rail Brewing Company, Mifflinburg. The event was designed as an outward sign of appreciation for way the Hospital and the community work together to build a place where people want to live, work, and raise families. Read More about Evangelical Community Hospital Holds Inaugural Event to Honor Community Givers

Evangelical Community Hospital Holds Inaugural Event to Honor Community Givers
November 22, 2022 | What’s Happening

Evangelical Community Hospital was recently awarded a grant of $20,000 from the Greater Susquehanna Valley Community Fund at the First Community Foundation Partnership of Pennsylvania (FCFP). The funds are designated to support an EMT training program of Evangelical Regional Mobile Medical Services (ERMMS) that allows for expansion and growth of the Hospital’s Emergency Response program. Read More about Evangelical Community Hospital Granted Funds for EMT Training and Support

Evangelical Community Hospital Granted Funds for EMT Training and Support
November 16, 2022 | What’s Happening

Evangelical Community Hospital will be transitioning to one, integrated platform for its electronic health record (EHR). The Hospital will go-live with the new system, Epic, on December 4, 2022. This strategic move by the Hospital modernizes the patient process creating a seamless, safe, and more consistent healthcare delivery system for all patients in the community. Read More about Evangelical Community Hospital Moves to New Electronic Health Record to Advance Patient Care

Evangelical Community Hospital Moves to New Electronic Health Record to Advance Patient Care
November 15, 2022 | What’s Happening

Evangelical Community Hospital is holding its annual Lights of Love giving campaign to support Hospice of Evangelical. Throughout November and December, gifts will be collected to support direct care and provide resources to patients and their families who are experiencing end-of-life needs. Read More about Evangelical Hosts 35th Annual Lights of Love to Support Hospice of Evangelical

Evangelical Hosts 35th Annual Lights of Love to Support Hospice of Evangelical
November 10, 2022 | What’s Happening

According the National Library of Medicine, it is estimated that about 1 out of 3 people have a bunion to some degree. The condition, where a bump forms on the inside of the foot progressively moving the big toe into the smaller toes over time, can often cause people pain when walking, wearing shoes, or being on feet for prolonged periods of time. Read More about Evangelical Community Hospital Holds Talk with the Doc Program on Bunions

Evangelical Community Hospital Holds Talk with the Doc Program on Bunions
November 04, 2022 | Newsmakers

Evangelical Community Hospital has announced new and returning Board of Directors leadership and appointments. The Board of Directors, made up of members of the community and Medical Staff, serve to guide the Hospital in meeting the healthcare needs of the area. Read More about Evangelical Community Hospital Announces Board of Directors New and Returning Appointments

Evangelical Community Hospital Announces Board of Directors New and Returning Appointments
November 04, 2022 | Newsmakers

Michelle Klingman, RN, was presented the DAISY Award on Friday, October 28, 2022. The award is presented to a deserving nurse who exemplifies clinical expertise and compassionate care and is recognized as a role model in the nursing community. Read More about Evangelical Community Hospital Awards DAISY Honor for Nursing Excellence to Michelle Klingman, RN

Evangelical Community Hospital Awards DAISY Honor for Nursing Excellence to Michelle Klingman, RN
October 31, 2022 | What’s Happening

Evangelical Community Hospital held its annual breast cancer awareness event, Cookin’ Men, on Thursday night, October 27, 2022, at the Rusty Rail Brewing Company in Mifflinburg. Read More about Cookin’ Men Event Raises Record Breaking Funds for The Thyra M. Humphreys Center for Breast Health

Cookin’ Men Event Raises Record Breaking Funds for The Thyra M. Humphreys Center for Breast Health
October 24, 2022 | Newsmakers

Evangelical Community Hospital recently announced Jonathan Shedlock, MBA, CHFP, CRCR, has been named Associate Vice President of Revenue Cycle. Read More about Evangelical Community Hospital Appoints Associate Vice President of Revenue Cycle

Evangelical Community Hospital Appoints Associate Vice President of Revenue Cycle
October 07, 2022 | Newsmakers

Evangelical Community Hospital welcomes several advanced practitioners to its family of services. Read More about Advanced Practitioners Join Evangelical Community Hospital Staff

Advanced Practitioners Join Evangelical Community Hospital Staff
October 03, 2022 | Newsmakers

Hospice of Evangelical, a comprehensive program that assists patients and their families with physical, emotional, and spiritual needs that may accompany a life-limiting illness, was recently awarded the 5-Star rating by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). Read More about Hospice of Evangelical Earns 5-Star Rating

Hospice of Evangelical Earns 5-Star Rating
September 30, 2022 | What’s Happening

Evangelical Community Hospital introduces the opportunity for businesses to take advantage of a Wellness at Work program through its Community Health and Wellness Department. Read More about Evangelical Community Hospital Introduces Wellness at Work Program for Community Businesses

Evangelical Community Hospital Introduces Wellness at Work Program for Community Businesses
September 27, 2022 | What’s Happening

Evangelical Community Hospital is holding its annual Cookin’ Men event where chefs turn up the heat on breast cancer awareness by creating culinary delights for people to enjoy while raising funds to support The Thyra M. Humphreys Center for Breast Health. Read More about 2022 Cookin’ Men Event Serves Up Breast Cancer Awareness – Ticket Sales Begin September 30, 2022

 2022 Cookin’ Men Event Serves Up Breast Cancer Awareness – Ticket Sales Begin September 30, 2022
September 26, 2022 | Newsmakers

Autumn Swartzlander, RN, BSN, was presented the DAISY Award on Thursday, September 22, 2022. The award is presented to a deserving nurse who exemplifies clinical expertise and compassionate care and is recognized as a role model in the nursing community. Read More about Evangelical Community Hospital Awards DAISY Honor for Nursing Excellence to Autumn Swartzlander, RN, BSN

Evangelical Community Hospital Awards DAISY Honor for Nursing Excellence to Autumn Swartzlander, RN, BSN
September 22, 2022 | Newsmakers

Hospice of Evangelical recently held a volunteer training for those interested in giving their time and assisting with end-of-life care for families throughout the Greater Susquehanna Valley or supporting the work of Hospice through non-patient activities. As a result, seven new volunteers are joining the Hospice team of caregivers. Read More about Hospice of Evangelical Welcomes New Volunteers

Hospice of Evangelical Welcomes New Volunteers
September 13, 2022 | Newsmakers

Evangelical Community Hospital is pleased to welcome Melanie Patel, DO, Cardiologist, to its Medical Staff. Dr. Patel joined the Heart and Vascular Center of Evangelical in September 2022. Read More about Evangelical Welcomes New Cardiologist – Melanie Patel, DO

Evangelical Welcomes New Cardiologist – Melanie Patel, DO
September 01, 2022 | Newsmakers

Evangelical Community Hospital is welcoming Gerard Cush, MD, Foot and Ankle Orthopaedic Surgeon, to SUN Orthopaedics of Evangelical, Lewisburg. Dr. Cush will be available to patients beginning Tuesday, September 6, 2022. Read More about Foot and Ankle Specialist, Gerard Cush, MD, Joining SUN Orthopaedics of Evangelical

Foot and Ankle Specialist, Gerard Cush, MD, Joining SUN Orthopaedics of Evangelical
August 26, 2022 | Newsmakers

Zaundra Stoltzfus, RN, BSN, CCRN, was presented the DAISY Award on Thursday, August 18, 2022. The award is presented to a deserving nurse who exemplifies clinical expertise and compassionate care and is recognized as a role model in the nursing community. Read More about Evangelical Community Hospital Awards DAISY Honor for Nursing Excellence to Zaundra Stoltzfus, RN, BSN, CCRN

Evangelical Community Hospital Awards DAISY Honor for Nursing Excellence to Zaundra Stoltzfus, RN, BSN, CCRN
August 25, 2022 | Newsmakers

Evangelical Community Hospital recently presented certificates and Florence Nightingale lamp pins to graduates of its most recent Nurse Residency program graduates. Read More about Evangelical’s Nurse Residency Program Graduates Next Class

Evangelical’s Nurse Residency Program Graduates Next Class
August 24, 2022 | What’s Happening

On Thursday, August 18, 2022, State Senator Gene Yaw (R-23) and State Representative Lynda Culver (R-Northumberland/Snyder) toured Evangelical Community Hospital’s plant facility. While on tour, Hospital staff were able to talk about the new 750-ton magnetic bearing chiller, a higher quality, more efficient chiller that will increase capacity, provide redundancy, and provide chilled water to the Hospital under emergency power. Read More about Yaw and Culver Tour Evangelical Community Hospital Plant Facilities

Yaw and Culver Tour Evangelical Community Hospital Plant Facilities
August 22, 2022 | Newsmakers

Evangelical Community Hospital is pleased to welcome Patrick C. McKillion, MD, FCCP, Intensivist to its Medical Staff. Dr. McKillion joined the Critical Care Medicine Group in July 2022. Read More about Evangelical Welcomes New Critical Care Physician – Patrick C. McKillion, MD, FCCP

Evangelical Welcomes New Critical Care Physician – Patrick C. McKillion, MD, FCCP
August 22, 2022 | What’s Happening

Evangelical Community Hospital is receiving statewide recognition for its efforts to support and raise awareness about organ, eye, and tissue donation. Read More about Evangelical Community Hospital Recognized for Efforts Supporting Organ Donation

Evangelical Community Hospital Recognized for Efforts Supporting Organ Donation
August 10, 2022 | What’s Happening

Evangelical Community Hospital hosted its 36th Golf Classic on Friday, August 5, 2022, at the Susquehanna Valley Country Club, Selinsgrove. The event was a great success with 190 golfers raising $49,885 for Evangelical Regional Mobile Medical Services (ERMMS). Read More about 36th Annual Evangelical Golf Classic Raises nearly $50,000 For Lifesaving Services

36th Annual Evangelical Golf Classic Raises nearly $50,000 For Lifesaving Services
August 09, 2022 | What’s Happening

National Women’s Health and Fitness Day will be held from 9 am-noon on Wednesday, September 28, 2022, at The Miller Center, Lewisburg. Evangelical Community Hospital is hosting the event through its Community Health and Wellness Department. The event is an open house format, no registration is required. Read More about National Women’s Health and Fitness Day Being Held Wednesday, September 28, 2022

National Women’s Health and Fitness Day Being Held Wednesday, September 28, 2022
August 02, 2022 | What’s Happening

Hospice of Evangelical will be holding its annual volunteer training on September 21, 2022, at the Hospice of Evangelical building located at 235 Hospital Drive, Lewisburg, Pa., from 8:30 am to 4 pm. Read More about Hospice of Evangelical Seeks Volunteers – Training Being Held in September

Hospice of Evangelical Seeks Volunteers – Training Being Held in September
July 29, 2022 | Newsmakers

Evangelical Community Hospital is pleased to welcome Jon Gabrielsen, MD, FASMBS, Bariatric and Foregut Specialist, to the Bariatric Center of Evangelical. Dr. Gabrielsen will begin seeing patients in August 2022. Read More about Evangelical Community Hospital Welcomes Bariatric and Foregut Specialist Jon Gabrielsen, MD, FASMBS

Evangelical Community Hospital Welcomes Bariatric and Foregut Specialist Jon Gabrielsen, MD, FASMBS
July 11, 2022 | What’s Happening

Evangelical Community Hospital will host its 36th Annual Golf Classic on Friday, August 5, 2022, at the Susquehanna Valley Country Club, Selinsgrove. The scramble format event has morning and afternoon shotgun starts available at 8 am and 1:30 pm. Entry fee for each golfer is $125 and includes green fees, golf cart, refreshments on the course, and meals. Read More about Evangelical Invites Golfers and Sponsors to Take Part in 36th Annual Golf Classic

Evangelical Invites Golfers and Sponsors to Take Part in 36th Annual Golf Classic
July 05, 2022 | What’s Happening

Evangelical Community Hospital is Nationally Recognized for High-Quality Stroke Care Evangelical Community Hospital has received the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association’s Get With The Guidelines®-Stroke Gold Plus Quality Achievement Award. The award recognizes the Hospital’s commitment to ensuring stroke patients receive the most appropriate treatment according to nationally recognized, research-based guidelines ultimately leading to more lives saved and reduced disability. Read More about Evangelical Community Hospital is Nationally Recognized for High-Quality Stroke Care

Evangelical Community Hospital is Nationally Recognized for High-Quality Stroke Care
June 30, 2022 | What’s Happening

Evangelical Community Hospital has formally closed on the purchase of the property at 21 Susquehanna Valley Mall Drive, Selinsgrove. Read More about Evangelical Community Hospital Closes on 21 Susquehanna Valley Mall Drive Purchase

Evangelical Community Hospital Closes on 21 Susquehanna Valley Mall Drive Purchase
June 23, 2022 | Newsmakers

Shelby Ruch, RN, BSN, was presented the DAISY Award on Thursday, June 16, 2022. The award is presented to a deserving nurse who exemplifies clinical expertise and compassionate care and is recognized as a role model in the nursing community. Read More about Evangelical Community Hospital Awards DAISY Honor for Nursing Excellence to Shelby Ruch, RN, BSN

Evangelical Community Hospital Awards DAISY Honor for Nursing Excellence to Shelby Ruch, RN, BSN
June 23, 2022 | What’s Happening

The Evangelical Community Hospital Endoscopy Center underwent an inspection on June 2-3, 2022, to obtain its accreditation by the Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Healthcare, Inc (AAAHC). Read More about Evangelical Community Hospital Endoscopy Center Earns Accreditation

Evangelical Community Hospital Endoscopy Center Earns Accreditation
June 22, 2022 | Newsmakers

Evangelical Community Hospital is pleased to welcome Michael Briskey, MD, an Emergency Medicine physician to its Medical Staff. Dr. Briskey joins the Evangelical Emergency Medicine Group in June 2022. Read More about Evangelical Community Hospital Welcomes New Emergency Medicine Physician – Michael Briskey, MD

Evangelical Community Hospital Welcomes New Emergency Medicine Physician – Michael Briskey, MD
June 21, 2022 | What’s Happening

According to the U.S. Department of Labor, employment in healthcare occupations is projected to grow 16 percent from 2020 to 2030, much faster than the average for all occupations, adding about 2.6 million new jobs. Healthcare occupations are projected to add more jobs than any of the other occupational groups. This projected growth is mainly due to an aging population, leading to greater demand for healthcare services. Read More about Hospital Hosts High School Healthcare Careers Internship Program

Hospital Hosts High School Healthcare Careers Internship Program
June 15, 2022 | Newsmakers

Ryan Brown, BSN, RN, has been named Director of Peri-Operative Services at Evangelical Community Hospital. Read More about Evangelical Community Hospital Appoints New Director of Peri-Operative Services

Evangelical Community Hospital Appoints New Director of Peri-Operative Services
June 14, 2022 | What’s Happening

Evangelical Community Hospital recently introduced a new way to support its commitment to the community with the Ambassador Challenge. The challenge, which ran throughout May, raised over $153,000 to support the Evangelical Care Fund. Read More about First-Ever Ambassador Challenge Raises Over $153,000 for Evangelical Community Hospital

First-Ever Ambassador Challenge Raises Over $153,000 for Evangelical Community Hospital
June 09, 2022 | Newsmakers

Find out more on the advanced practitioners joining the Evangelical Community Hospital family of practices. Read More about Evangelical Community Hospital Welcomes Several Advanced Practitioners

Evangelical Community Hospital Welcomes Several Advanced Practitioners
June 02, 2022 | Newsmakers

The Certification Board for Professionals in Patient Safety (CBPPS) recently recognized Daphyne Ressler, RN, BSN, MSN, as a Certified Professional in Patient Safety (CPPS). Ressler is the Director of Medical Ambulatory Surgery and Endoscopy at Evangelical Community Hospital Read More about Daphyne Ressler, RN, BSN, MSN, Earns Patient Safety Credential

Daphyne Ressler, RN, BSN, MSN, Earns Patient Safety Credential
May 23, 2022 | Newsmakers

Marcia Cooney, SPHR, SHRM-SCP, has been named Director of Human Resources (HR) Operations at Evangelical Community Hospital. Read More about Evangelical Community Hospital Appoints New Director of HR Operations

Evangelical Community Hospital Appoints New Director of HR Operations
May 12, 2022 | Newsmakers

Rebecca Fetzer, RN, was presented the DAISY Award on National Nurses Day, Friday, May 6, 2022. The award is presented to a deserving nurse who exemplifies clinical expertise and compassionate care and is recognized as a role model in the nursing community. Read More about Evangelical Community Hospital Awards DAISY Honor for Nursing Excellence to Rebecca Fetzer, RN

Evangelical Community Hospital Awards DAISY Honor for Nursing Excellence to Rebecca Fetzer, RN
May 12, 2022 | Newsmakers

Evangelical Community Hospital was recently awarded a grant of $40,000 from the Ralph and Josephine Smith Fund at the First Community Foundation Partnership of Pennsylvania (FCFP). Read More about Evangelical Community Hospital Granted Funds to Support Financial Assistance Program

Evangelical Community Hospital Granted Funds to Support Financial Assistance Program
May 11, 2022 | Newsmakers

Evangelical Community Hospital recently added accreditation for adult transesophageal testing (TEE) to its existing Echocardiography Accreditation by the Intersocietal Accreditation Commission (IAC). Read More about Evangelical Community Hospital Adds Transesophageal Testing as Part of Echocardiography Accreditation

Evangelical Community Hospital Adds Transesophageal Testing as Part of Echocardiography Accreditation
May 10, 2022 | Newsmakers

Jennifer Troxell, CAC, CRCR, has been named Director of Patient Financial Services at Evangelical Community Hospital effective May 1, 2022. Read More about Jennifer Troxell, CAC, CRCR, Named Director of Patient Financial Services at Evangelical

Jennifer Troxell, CAC, CRCR, Named Director of Patient Financial Services at Evangelical
May 04, 2022 | What’s Happening

Evangelical Community Hospital’s Community Health and Wellness Department is holding National Senior Health and Fitness Day on Wednesday, May 25, 2022, from 9 am-noon at the Miller Center, 120 Hardwood Drive, Lewisburg. The event is graciously sponsored by Asbury RiverWoods. Read More about National Senior Health and Fitness Day Being Held Wednesday, May 25, 2022

National Senior Health and Fitness Day Being Held Wednesday, May 25, 2022
April 27, 2022 | What’s Happening

Evangelical Community Hospital is introducing a new way to support its commitment to the community with the Ambassador Challenge. Featured community representatives will be promoting the Hospital’s mission and encouraging charitable giving as ambassadors for the Hospital. Read More about Ambassador Challenge Introduced by Evangelical Community Hospital

Ambassador Challenge Introduced by Evangelical Community Hospital
April 25, 2022 | Newsmakers

Christina Rice, LPN, was presented the DAISY Award on Thursday, April 21, 2022. The award is presented to a deserving nurse who exemplifies clinical expertise and compassionate care and is recognized as a role model in the nursing community. Read More about Evangelical Community Hospital Awards DAISY Honor for Nursing Excellence to Christina Rice, LPN

Evangelical Community Hospital Awards DAISY Honor for Nursing Excellence to Christina Rice, LPN
April 18, 2022 | Newsmakers

Evangelical Community Hospital’s has received recertification as a Primary Stroke Center from DNV. Read More about Evangelical Community Hospital Receives Primary Stroke Center Certification

Evangelical Community Hospital Receives Primary Stroke Center Certification
April 12, 2022 | Newsmakers

The Community Health and Wellness Department of Evangelical Community Hospital will be moving to The Miller Center, 120 Hardwood Drive, Lewisburg, beginning May 2, 2022. Read More about Evangelical Community Health and Wellness Moving to The Miller Center

Evangelical Community Health and Wellness Moving to The Miller Center
April 11, 2022 | Newsmakers

Evangelical Community Hospital led one of the 10 highest-scoring projects in a statewide awards program spotlighting how Pennsylvania hospitals have served their communities during the COVID-19 pandemic. Read More about Evangelical Community Hospital Recognized for Innovative COVID-19 Response

Evangelical Community Hospital Recognized for Innovative COVID-19 Response
April 06, 2022 | Newsmakers

To make communication about bills more convenient for patients, Patient Financial Services at Evangelical Community Hospital began a new way of reaching patients on Tuesday, April 5, 2022. The Department launched a new text platform that reaches out to patients who have a new balance posted on an account with Evangelical. Read More about Evangelical Community Hospital Begins Texting Program for Billing Reminders

Evangelical Community Hospital Begins Texting Program for Billing Reminders
April 05, 2022 | What’s Happening

Candi Taylor, RN, BSN, CRRN, ONC, has been named Director of Orthopaedics at SUN Orthopaedics of Evangelical. Read More about Evangelical Community Hospital Appoints New Director of Orthopaedics

Evangelical Community Hospital Appoints New Director of Orthopaedics
April 04, 2022 | What’s Happening

Kathy Paul, RN, CHPN, has been named Director of Hospice at Evangelical Community Hospital. Read More about Evangelical Community Hospital Appoints New Director of Hospice

Evangelical Community Hospital Appoints New Director of Hospice
March 29, 2022 | What’s Happening

Evangelical Community Hospital welcomes several advanced practitioners to its family of services. Read More about Advanced Practitioners Join Evangelical Community Hospital

Advanced Practitioners Join Evangelical Community Hospital
March 23, 2022 | What’s Happening

As part of its continuing efforts to ensure the communities it serves have convenient access to a variety of important healthcare services, Evangelical Community Hospital has entered into negotiations with Family Practice Center, PC to move services into the Susquehanna Valley Mall and purchase the facility at 21 Susquehanna Valley Mall Drive. Read More about Evangelical Community Hospital Enters Negotiations for Susquehanna Valley Mall Space

Evangelical Community Hospital Enters Negotiations for Susquehanna Valley Mall Space
March 18, 2022 | Newsmakers

LeeAnn Almas, RN, BSN, was presented the DAISY Award on Monday, March 14, 2022. The award is presented to a deserving nurse who exemplifies clinical expertise and compassionate care and is recognized as a role model in the nursing community. Read More about Evangelical Community Hospital Awards DAISY Honor for Nursing Excellence to LeeAnn Almas, RN, BSN

Evangelical Community Hospital Awards DAISY Honor for Nursing Excellence to LeeAnn Almas, RN, BSN
March 17, 2022 | What’s Happening

The laboratories associated with Evangelical Community Hospital recently underwent an inspection by the College of American Pathologists (CAP), an event that occurs every two years. Read More about Evangelical Community Hospital Laboratories Earn CAP Reaccreditation

Evangelical Community Hospital Laboratories Earn CAP Reaccreditation
January 11, 2022 | Newsmakers

Hannah Sauers, RN, BSN, was presented the DAISY Award on Tuesday, January 4, 2022. The award is presented to a deserving nurse who exemplifies clinical expertise and compassionate care and is recognized as a role model in the nursing community. Read More about Evangelical Community Hospital Awards DAISY Honor for Nursing Excellence to Hannah Sauers, RN, BSN

Evangelical Community Hospital Awards DAISY Honor for Nursing Excellence to Hannah Sauers, RN, BSN
January 03, 2022 | Newsmakers

On Saturday morning at 2:04 am, on January 1, 2022, Jedediah Lemon and Carlee Jo Rudy of Mifflinburg, welcomed the new year in with a brand-new 7 pounds, 6.9 ounces, 19 inches long addition to their family. Read More about Evangelical Community Hospital Introduces First Baby of 2022

Evangelical Community Hospital Introduces First Baby of 2022
December 21, 2021 | Newsmakers

Evangelical Community Hospital, Lewisburg, and Selinsgrove Imaging Center of Evangelical, Selinsgrove, have earned reaccreditation in vascular ultrasound testing by the Intersocietal Accreditation Commission (IAC), after undergoing a thorough review of their operational and technical components by a panel of experts. The term of the accreditation is three years in the areas of peripheral venous testing, peripheral arterial testing, and extracranial cerebrovascular testing. Read More about Evangelical Community Hospital Imaging Centers Earn Vascular Testing Reaccreditation from the IAC

Evangelical Community Hospital Imaging Centers Earn Vascular Testing Reaccreditation from the IAC
December 01, 2021 | Newsmakers

Corazon, Inc., a national leader in services for the cardiovascular specialty based in Pittsburgh, has granted reaccreditation to the Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI) program at Evangelical Community Hospital. Read More about Evangelical Community Hospital Earns Interventional Cardiology Reaccreditation

Evangelical Community Hospital Earns Interventional Cardiology Reaccreditation
November 22, 2021 | Newsmakers

Anne Griffin, RN, MSN, was presented the DAISY Award on Tuesday, November 9, 2021. The award is presented to a deserving nurse who exemplifies clinical expertise and compassionate care and is recognized as a role model in the nursing community. Read More about Evangelical Community Hospital Awards DAISY Honor for Nursing Excellence to Anne Griffin, RN, MSN

Evangelical Community Hospital Awards DAISY Honor for Nursing Excellence to Anne Griffin, RN, MSN
November 17, 2021 | Newsmakers

Evangelical Community Hospital recently introduced new and newly promoted directors to oversee operations within its Hospital and Primary Care practices. Read More about Evangelical Community Hospital Introduces New Directors

Evangelical Community Hospital Introduces New Directors
November 16, 2021 | Newsmakers

Evangelical Community Hospital is pleased to welcome Greg Enders, MD, Gastroenterologist; Aaron Feaster, DO, General Surgeon; and Anthony Lebario, MD, Interventional Pain Medicine Physician to its staff. Read More about Evangelical Community Hospital Welcomes New Physicians

Evangelical Community Hospital Welcomes New Physicians
November 05, 2021 | Newsmakers

Kendra Aucker, President and CEO of Evangelical Community Hospital, received the Rural Health Legislator of the Year Award, presented by the Pennsylvania Office of Rural Health (PORH). Read More about President and CEO of Evangelical Community Hospital Receives Rural Health Leader of the Year Award

President and CEO of Evangelical Community Hospital Receives Rural Health Leader of the Year Award
November 03, 2021 | What’s Happening

Evangelical Community Hospital has announced new Board of Directors leadership and appointments. The Board of Directors, made up of members of the community and Medical Staff, serve to guide the Hospital in meeting the healthcare needs of the area. Read More about Evangelical Community Hospital Announces Board of Directors New and Returning Appointments

Evangelical Community Hospital Announces Board of Directors New and Returning Appointments
November 01, 2021 | Newsmakers

The Family Place, Evangelical Community Hospital’s obstetrics unit, has earned several honors in the areas of maternal substance use and opioid use disorder care. Through education and implementation, The Family Place has received distinction from both The Jewish Healthcare Foundation (JHF) and the Vermont Oxford Network (VON). Read More about Evangelical Community Hospital’s Obstetrics Unit—The Family Place—Earns Honors

Evangelical Community Hospital’s Obstetrics Unit—The Family Place—Earns Honors
November 01, 2021 | What’s Happening

Evangelical Community Hospital is holding its annual Lights of Love giving campaign to support Hospice of Evangelical. Throughout November and December, gifts will be collected to support direct care and support of terminally ill patients and their families. Read More about Evangelical Community Hospital Hosts 34th Annual Lights of Love to Support Hospice of Evangelical

Evangelical Community Hospital Hosts 34th Annual Lights of Love to Support Hospice of Evangelical
October 22, 2021 | Community Support

Evangelical Community Hospital held its annual breast cancer awareness event, Cookin’ Men, on Thursday night, October 21, 2021, at the Rusty Rail Brewing Company in Mifflinburg, Pa. The event brings together local celebrity men who create culinary delights for people to enjoy while raising funds to support the Thyra M. Humphreys Center for Breast Health. Read More about Cookin’ Men Event Raises over $50,000 for The Thyra M. Humphreys Center for Breast Health

Cookin’ Men Event Raises over $50,000 for The Thyra M. Humphreys Center for Breast Health
October 22, 2021 | Newsmakers

Evangelical Community Hospital welcomes several advanced practitioners to its family of services. Read More about Advanced Practitioners Join Evangelical Community Hospital in 2021 and 2022

Advanced Practitioners Join Evangelical Community Hospital in 2021 and 2022
October 11, 2021 | Newsmakers

Christie Hoover, RN, a nurse on Evangelical Community Hospital’s Critical Care and Intermediate Care units was recently presented the DAISY Award. The award is given to a deserving nurse who exemplifies clinical expertise and compassionate care and is recognized as a role model in the nursing community. Read More about Evangelical Community Hospital Awards DAISY Honor for Nursing Excellence to Christie Hoover, RN

Evangelical Community Hospital Awards DAISY Honor for Nursing Excellence to Christie Hoover, RN
October 01, 2021 | What’s Happening

Evangelical Community Hospital is holding its annual Cookin’ Men event where local celebrity men come together to turn up the heat on breast cancer awareness by creating culinary delights for people to enjoy while raising funds to support The Thyra M. Humphreys Center for Breast Health. Read More about Cookin’ Men Event Serves Up Breast Cancer Awareness

Cookin’ Men Event Serves Up Breast Cancer Awareness
October 01, 2021 | Newsmakers

Evangelical Community Hospital recently became only the second hospital in Pennsylvania to gain full StormReady® status. Read More about Evangelical Community Hospital Recognized as StormReady® by the National Weather Service

Evangelical Community Hospital Recognized as StormReady® by the National Weather Service
October 01, 2021 | Newsmakers

Evangelical Community Hospital’s Imaging Services has earned a three-year term of accreditation in ultrasound as the result of an extensive review by the American College of Radiology (ACR). Read More about Evangelical Community Hospital Earns American College of Radiology Ultrasound Accreditation

Evangelical Community Hospital Earns American College of Radiology Ultrasound Accreditation
September 22, 2021 | What’s Happening

Beginning October 3, 2021, approximately 700 employees at Evangelical Community Hospital will see an increase in their wages as the Hospital moves to make the minimum base pay for all positions $15 per hour. Read More about Evangelical Community Hospital Increases Minimum Wage

Evangelical Community Hospital Increases Minimum Wage
September 20, 2021 | Newsmakers

Evangelical Community Hospital is pleased to welcome Mohamed Hassan, MD, Hospitalist, and Kimberly Levin, MD, Pathologist to its staff. Read More about Evangelical Community Hospital Welcomes New Physicians to Hospitalist and Pathology Groups

Evangelical Community Hospital Welcomes New Physicians to Hospitalist and Pathology Groups
September 17, 2021 | What’s Happening

The U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Pennsylvania has affirmed an agreement between Evangelical Community Hospital, Geisinger, and the Department of Justice that will allow Geisinger to maintain a minority investment in Evangelical. The judgment resolves the underlying Department of Justice lawsuit filed in August 2020. Read More about Evangelical Community Hospital Agreement with Geisinger Affirmed

Evangelical Community Hospital Agreement with Geisinger Affirmed
September 15, 2021 | Newsmakers

The Commission on Cancer (CoC), a quality program of the American College of Surgeons (ACS) has granted three-year reaccreditation to the cancer program at Evangelical Community Hospital. To earn voluntary CoC accreditation, a cancer program must meet 34 CoC quality care standards, be evaluated every three years through a survey process, and maintain levels of excellence in the delivery of comprehensive patient-centered care. Read More about Evangelical Community Hospital Earns Commission on Cancer Reaccreditation

Evangelical Community Hospital Earns Commission on Cancer Reaccreditation
September 14, 2021 | What’s Happening

Evangelical Community Hospital was recently awarded a grant of $25,000 from the Southern Tier Community Fund at the First Community Foundation Partnership of Pennsylvania (FCFP). The funds are designated to support the Hospital’s commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusivity training. Read More about Evangelical Community Hospital Granted Funds for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusivity Training

Evangelical Community Hospital Granted Funds for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusivity Training
September 08, 2021 | Newsmakers

Jessica Ahlum, MD, has been named Medical Director of the Primary Stroke Center at Evangelical Community Hospital. She is fulfilling this Directorship in addition to her role as a neurologist on staff at the Hospital. Read More about Jessica Ahlum, MD, Named Medical Director of Primary Stroke Center at Evangelical Community Hospital

Jessica Ahlum, MD, Named Medical Director of Primary Stroke Center at Evangelical Community Hospital
August 27, 2021 | Newsmakers

Michele Musaraca, MBA, CRA, has been named Director of Imaging Services at Evangelical Community Hospital and began serving in her new role in August. Read More about Imaging Services Director Named at Evangelical Community Hospital

Imaging Services Director Named at Evangelical Community Hospital
August 27, 2021 | What’s Happening

With demand for COVID-19 testing rising, Evangelical Community Hospital will re-open its test site at the intersection of St. Mary and North 15th streets in Lewisburg. Read More about Evangelical Community Hospital’s COVID-19 Testing Site Reopens

Evangelical Community Hospital’s COVID-19 Testing Site Reopens
August 25, 2021 | What’s Happening

With surrounding counties experiencing substantial spread of COVID-19 and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) predictive data suggesting the potential for another surge this fall, Evangelical Community Hospital is taking steps to ensure the Hospital remains as safe as possible for its employees and its patients. Read More about Evangelical Community Hospital Announces Workforce COVID-19 Vaccination Policy

Evangelical Community Hospital Announces Workforce COVID-19 Vaccination Policy
August 23, 2021 | Newsmakers

Evangelical Community Hospital recently presented certificates and Florence Nightingale lamp pins to graduates of it fourth class of Nurse Residency participants. Read More about Evangelical Graduates Fourth Nurse Residency Class

Evangelical Graduates Fourth Nurse Residency Class
August 10, 2021 | Community Support

Evangelical Community Hospital hosted its 35th Golf Classic on Friday, August 6, 2021, at the Bucknell Golf Club in Lewisburg. The event was a great success with 176 golfers raising $59,211 after expenses for Evangelical Regional Mobile Medical Services (ERMMS). This marks the most successful year for fundraising in the event’s history. Read More about 35th Annual Evangelical Golf Classic Raises Funds For Lifesaving Services

35th Annual Evangelical Golf Classic Raises Funds For Lifesaving Services
July 30, 2021 | What’s Happening

Mobile Health of Evangelical is back on the road delivering preventive services directly into the communities surrounding the Hospital and beyond. A variety of services are offered on the 38-foot-bus throughout the area. Read More about Mobile Health of Evangelical Back on the Road in August

Mobile Health of Evangelical Back on the Road in August
July 23, 2021 | Newsmakers

Evangelical Community Hospital is pleased to welcome Stephen Wall, DO, as a member of the Medial Staff and part of the Pathology Group of Evangelical. Read More about Evangelical Welcomes New Pathologist, Stephen Wall, DO

Evangelical Welcomes New Pathologist, Stephen Wall, DO
June 28, 2021 | What’s Happening

Evangelical Community Hospital in Lewisburg is taking proactive steps to prepare students interested in healthcare-related careers to meet the future demand through a unique program that allows them to experience many aspects of care. Read More about Evangelical Community Hospital Hosts 2021 High School Healthcare Careers Internship Program

Evangelical Community Hospital Hosts 2021 High School Healthcare Careers Internship Program
June 22, 2021 | What’s Happening

Beginning July 1, 2021, the Bariatric Center of Evangelical will be located at Surgical Specialists of Evangelical, 25 Lystra Rogers Drive, Lewisburg. Patients with existing appointments after that date should go to the new location. Read More about Center for Bariatrics at Evangelical Community Hospital Changing Location

Center for Bariatrics at Evangelical Community Hospital Changing Location
June 10, 2021 | What’s Happening

On Thursday, July 15, 2021, from 4-6 pm, a free bike helmet give-away event for children 12 and under is being held at The Miller Center for Recreation and Wellness outdoor play area, 120 Hardwood Drive, Lewisburg. Read More about Evangelical Community Health and Wellness to Hold Free Bike Helmet Giveaway and Safety Program in July

Evangelical Community Health and Wellness to Hold Free Bike Helmet Giveaway and Safety Program in July
June 10, 2021 | Newsmakers

Maria Fasano, MD, has been named Medical Director of Laboratory Services at Evangelical Community Hospital. She is fulfilling this Directorship in addition to her role as a pathologist on staff at the Hospital. Read More about Maria Fasano, MD, Named Medical Director of Laboratory Services at Evangelical Community Hospital

Maria Fasano, MD, Named Medical Director of Laboratory Services at Evangelical Community Hospital
June 09, 2021 | What’s Happening

Evangelical Community Hospital will host its 35th Annual Golf Classic on Friday, August 6, 2021, at the Bucknell Golf Club in Lewisburg. Read More about Evangelical Invites Golfers and Sponsors to Take Part in 35th Annual Golf Classic

Evangelical Invites Golfers and Sponsors to Take Part in 35th Annual Golf Classic
May 18, 2021 | Newsmakers

Evangelical’s Nurse Residency program is designed specifically for newly graduated nurses (LPNs or RNs with less than one year of experience) and those nurses who are new to hospital-based care. Recently, the third graduating class completed the program. Read More about Evangelical Graduates Nurse Residency Class

Evangelical Graduates Nurse Residency Class
May 13, 2021 | Newsmakers

Rosemary Benfer, RN, a nurse at Evangelical Community Hospital’s Ambulatory Surgical Center was presented the DAISY Award on Wednesday, May 5, 2021. The award is presented to a deserving nurse who exemplifies clinical expertise and compassionate care and is recognized as a role model in the nursing community. Read More about Evangelical Community Hospital Awards DAISY Honor for Nursing Excellence in May

Evangelical Community Hospital Awards DAISY Honor for Nursing Excellence in May
May 03, 2021 | Newsmakers

Luanne Hawley, RN, Imaging Services nurse at Evangelical Community Hospital was presented the DAISY Award on Wednesday, April 28, 2021. The award is presented to a deserving nurse who exemplifies clinical expertise and compassionate care and is recognized as a role model in the nursing community. Read More about Evangelical Community Hospital Awards DAISY Honor for Nursing Excellence in April

Evangelical Community Hospital Awards DAISY Honor for Nursing Excellence in April
April 27, 2021 | What’s Happening

Evangelical Community Hospital was recently awarded a grant of $35,000 from the Ralph and Josephine Smith Fund at the First Community Foundation Partnership of Pennsylvania (FCFP). The funds are designated to support the Hospital’s COVID-19 Emergency Fund. Read More about Evangelical Community Hospital Granted Funds to Support COVID-19 Emergency Fund

Evangelical Community Hospital Granted Funds to Support COVID-19 Emergency Fund
April 16, 2021 | What’s Happening

Evangelical Community Hospital in partnership with The Miller Center for Recreation and Wellness, Lewisburg, is holding National Senior Health and Fitness Day® on Wednesday, May 26, 2021, from noon-2 pm at the Miller Center. Read More about National Senior Health and Fitness Day® Being Held Wednesday, May 26, 2021

National Senior Health and Fitness Day® Being Held Wednesday, May 26, 2021
March 24, 2021 | Newsmakers

Amanda Glenny, RN BSN, obstetrics nurse at Evangelical Community Hospital’s The Family Place, was presented the DAISY Award on Monday, March 22, 2021. Read More about Evangelical Community Hospital Awards DAISY Honor For Nursing Excellence in March

Evangelical Community Hospital Awards DAISY Honor For Nursing Excellence in March
March 23, 2021 | What’s Happening

Evangelical Community Hospital has introduced a multi-disciplinary rehabilitation program to address a variety of conditions that continue to remain for patients, especially those who had severe bouts of the virus that may or may not have required hospitalization. Read More about Evangelical Community Hospital Introduces Rehabilitation Program for COVID-19 Recovery

Evangelical Community Hospital Introduces Rehabilitation Program for COVID-19 Recovery
March 12, 2021 | What’s Happening

Saturday, March 13, 2021, marks the one-year anniversary of Evangelical Community Hospital activating its Hospital emergency command structure and declaring a pandemic. Read More about Evangelical Community Hospital Marks One-Year of Pandemic Status

Evangelical Community Hospital Marks One-Year of Pandemic Status
February 25, 2021 | Newsmakers

Ayn Kerber, MD, has been named Medical Director of Hospice at Evangelical Community Hospital in addition to her role as a physician with Family Medicine of Evangelical-Lewisburg. Read More about Ayn Kerber, MD, Named Medical Director of Hospice

Ayn Kerber, MD, Named Medical Director of Hospice
February 24, 2021 | Newsmakers

Saquib Siddiqi, MS, DO, General Cardiologist, has been named Medical Director of Cardiac Rehabilitation at Evangelical Community Hospital in addition to his cardiologist role at the Heart and Vascular Center of Evangelical. Read More about Saquib Siddiqi, MS, DO, Named Medical Director of Cardiac Rehabilitation

Saquib Siddiqi, MS, DO, Named Medical Director of Cardiac Rehabilitation
February 17, 2021 | Newsmakers

Benjamin Keyser, DO, Vascular Surgeon, has been named Medical Director of Wound and Hyperbaric Medicine at Evangelical Community Hospital. Wound and hyperbaric medicine is the specialized and advanced treatment of wounds. Read More about Benjamin Keyser, DO, Named Medical Director of Wound and Hyperbaric Medicine at Evangelical Community Hospital

Benjamin Keyser, DO, Named Medical Director of Wound and Hyperbaric Medicine at Evangelical Community Hospital
February 11, 2021 | Newsmakers

Evangelical Community Hospital was recently officially designated a Keystone 10 hospital in Pennsylvania by the Department of Health. The Family Place, the Hospital’s obstetrics unit, has been working toward this designation for some time. Read More about Evangelical Community Hospital Declared a Keystone 10 Hospital

Evangelical Community Hospital Declared a Keystone 10 Hospital
January 29, 2021 | What’s Happening

Evangelical Community Hospital has temporarily suspended COVID-19 vaccine registration due to uncertainty of future vaccine supplies. The suspension goes into effect noon January 29, 2021. Read More about Evangelical Community Hospital Temporarily Suspends COVID-19 Vaccine Registration

Evangelical Community Hospital Temporarily Suspends COVID-19 Vaccine Registration
January 25, 2021 | What’s Happening

On January 25, 2021, Evangelical Community Hospital will open its new registration process for individuals eligible for Phase 1A of the PA Department of Health’s vaccination plan. Read More about Evangelical Community Hospital Announces COVID-19 Vaccine Registration

Evangelical Community Hospital Announces COVID-19 Vaccine Registration
January 11, 2021 | Newsmakers

Evangelical Community Hospital recently announced the arrival of Cathleen Lapchak, MJ, BSN, RN, CPHRM, as Director of Clinical Quality, Patient Safety, and Risk Management. She began her role at the Hospital on January 4, 2021. Read More about Evangelical Community Hospital Appoints New Director of Clinical Quality, Patient Safety, and Risk Management

Evangelical Community Hospital Appoints New Director of Clinical Quality, Patient Safety, and Risk Management
December 29, 2020 | Newsmakers

Malcom Mar Fan, MD, Hospitalist, has been named Medical Director of the Hospitalist Group at Evangelical Community Hospital. In this role, Dr. Mar Fan provides operational oversight of the Hospitalist program. Read More about Malcolm Mar Fan, MD, Named Medical Director of Hospitalist Group at Evangelical

Malcolm Mar Fan, MD, Named Medical Director of Hospitalist Group at Evangelical
December 24, 2020 | What’s Happening

Evangelical Regional Mobile Medical Services (ERMMS) recently announced it has reached an agreement with Port Trevorton Fire Department to enhance emergency response in the community with a mobile intensive care ambulance, or MICU, at the Snyder County station. Read More about Evangelical Regional Mobile Medical Services Partners with Port Trevorton Fire Department

Evangelical Regional Mobile Medical Services Partners with Port Trevorton Fire Department
December 02, 2020 | Newsmakers

Evangelical Community Hospital is pleased to welcome interventional pain medicine specialist Lukasz Chebes, MD, to Pain Medicine of Evangelical. Read More about Evangelical Welcomes New Pain Medicine Physician

Evangelical Welcomes New Pain Medicine Physician
December 01, 2020 | Newsmakers

Evangelical Community Hospital is welcoming several advanced practitioners to its family of services. Read More about Advanced Practitioners Join Evangelical Community Hospital

Advanced Practitioners Join Evangelical Community Hospital
November 16, 2020 | What’s Happening

Evangelical Community Hospital has announced reappointments to its Board of Directors. The Board of Directors, made up of members of the community and Medical Staff, serve to guide the community Hospital in meeting the healthcare needs of the areas the Hospital serves. Read More about Evangelical Community Hospital Board of Directors

Evangelical Community Hospital Board of Directors
November 16, 2020 | What’s Happening

As part of its commitment to care of patients throughout the Greater Susquehanna Valley, Evangelical Regional Mobile Medical Services (ERMMS) is introducing a wheelchair/stretcher-enabled van to its fleet of service vehicles. The van will expand non-emergent transport services and accommodates patients requiring a wheelchair or stretcher as part of the transport process. Read More about Wheelchair/Stretcher-Enabled Van Introduced as Part of Evangelical Regional Mobile Medical Services

Wheelchair/Stretcher-Enabled Van Introduced as Part of Evangelical Regional Mobile Medical Services
November 04, 2020 | Community Support

Evangelical Community Hospital’s annual Cookin’ Men event, centered around food and gathering, was impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic this October. The event, in its 10th year, raises vital funds for patients of the region who because of being underinsured or uninsured struggle to pay for much needed annual breast cancer screenings at the Thyra M. Humphreys Center for Breast Health. Read More about Virtual Cookin’ Men Raises Over $38,000 for Patients in the Region

Virtual Cookin’ Men Raises Over $38,000 for Patients in the Region
November 02, 2020 | Newsmakers

Evangelical Community Hospital is pleased to welcome a new primary care physician, Matthew Wolcott, MD, to Family Medicine of Evangelical. Dr. Wolcott serves patients in both the Middleburg and Mifflinburg practices. Read More about Evangelical Welcomes New Primary Care Physician, Matthew Wolcott, MD

Evangelical Welcomes New Primary Care Physician, Matthew Wolcott, MD
November 02, 2020 | Newsmakers

Aimee Noviello, RN, obstetric nurse at Evangelical Community Hospital’s The Family Place, was presented the DAISY Award on Wednesday, October 28, 2020. The award is presented to a deserving nurse who exemplifies clinical expertise and compassionate care and is recognized as a role model in the nursing community. Read More about Evangelical Community Hospital Awards DAISY Honor For Nursing Excellence in October

Evangelical Community Hospital Awards DAISY Honor For Nursing Excellence in October
October 28, 2020 | Newsmakers

Evangelical Community Hospital’s Nuclear Medicine Department recently earned reaccreditations from the Intersocietal Accreditation Commission (IAC) in three areas: Nuclear Cardiology, General Nuclear Medicine, and PET/CT. Read More about Evangelical Community Hospital’s Nuclear Medicine Department Earns Reaccreditations

Evangelical Community Hospital’s Nuclear Medicine Department Earns Reaccreditations
October 26, 2020 | What’s Happening

Evangelical Community Hospital’s COVID-19 Alternative Testing Site will be opening at its new location on Monday, November 2, 2020. Operating from 9 am-6 pm, Monday through Friday, testing will be completed at 1499 St. Mary Street, Lewisburg, the corner of St. Mary and 15th streets, near the Central Susquehanna LPN Center. Read More about Evangelical’s COVID-19 Testing Site Moving November 2, 2020

Evangelical’s COVID-19 Testing Site Moving November 2, 2020
October 09, 2020 | What’s Happening

Evangelical Community Hospital is holding its annual Cookin’ Men event where local celebrity men turn up the heat on breast cancer awareness by creating culinary delights. Due to the pandemic, this year’s event has gone virtual with the same goal of raising funds to support The Thyra M. Humphreys Center for Breast Health. Read More about Virtual Cookin’ Men Event Serves Up Breast Cancer Awareness in a New Way

Virtual Cookin’ Men Event Serves Up Breast Cancer Awareness in a New Way
September 22, 2020 | Newsmakers

Evangelical’s Nurse Residency program is designed specifically for newly graduated nurses (LPNs or RNs with less than one year of experience) and those nurses who are new to hospital-based care. Recently, the second graduating class completed the program. Upon completion they are given a nurse residency pin and certificate to acknowledge the hard work and dedication they have put in to become an Evangelical Nurse. Read More about Evangelical Graduates Second Nurse Residency Class

Evangelical Graduates Second Nurse Residency Class
September 16, 2020 | Newsmakers

Evangelical Community Hospital is pleased to welcome a new Neurologist to its Medical Staff. Jessica Ahlum, MD, joined Neurology of Evangelical in late August. Read More about Evangelical Welcomes New Neurologist, Jessica Ahlum, MD

Evangelical Welcomes New Neurologist, Jessica Ahlum, MD
September 08, 2020 | Newsmakers

Evangelical Community Hospital’s Echocardiography service recently earned reaccreditation from the Intersocietal Accreditation Commission (IAC). The accreditation is for both the Hospital and Selinsgrove Imaging Center, located at 21 Susquehanna Valley Mall Dr, Selinsgrove. Read More about Evangelical Community Hospital’s Echocardiography Service Earns Reaccreditation

Evangelical Community Hospital’s Echocardiography Service Earns Reaccreditation
September 03, 2020 | Newsmakers

Angela Cassel, CNM, OB/GYN of Evangelical, was presented the DAISY Award on Wednesday, September 2, 2020. The award is presented to a deserving nurse who exemplifies clinical expertise and compassionate care and is recognized as a role model in the nursing community. Read More about Evangelical Community Hospital Awards DAISY Honor For Nursing Excellence

Evangelical Community Hospital Awards DAISY Honor For Nursing Excellence
August 31, 2020 | Newsmakers

Evangelical Community Hospital recently announced the arrival of Jonathan Shedlock, MBA, CRCR, as Director of Patient Financial Services. Read More about Evangelical Community Hospital Appoints New Director of Patient Financial Services

Evangelical Community Hospital Appoints New Director of Patient Financial Services
August 28, 2020 | Newsmakers

Evangelical Community Hospital has received the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association’s Get With The Guidelines®-Stroke Gold Plus Quality Achievement Award. The award recognizes the Hospital’s commitment to ensuring stroke patients receive the most appropriate treatment according to nationally recognized, research-based guidelines based on the latest scientific evidence. Read More about Evangelical Community Hospital Receives Get With The Guidelines-Stroke Gold Plus Quality Achievement Award in 2020

Evangelical Community Hospital Receives Get With The Guidelines-Stroke Gold Plus Quality Achievement Award in 2020
August 19, 2020 | Newsmakers

Evangelical Community Hospital is pleased to welcome a new Emergency Medicine physician to its Medical Staff. Eliza Reed, DO, joined the Hospital’s Emergency Department in August. Read More about Evangelical Welcomes New Emergency Medicine Physician

Evangelical Welcomes New Emergency Medicine Physician
August 17, 2020 | Community Support

Evangelical Community Hospital hosted its 34th Golf Classic on Friday, August 14, 2020, at the Susquehanna Valley Country Club. The event was a great success, with 188 golfers raising $43,000, after expenses, for Evangelical Regional Mobile Medical Services. Read More about 34th Annual Evangelical Golf Classic Raises Funds for Lifesaving Services

34th Annual Evangelical Golf Classic Raises Funds for Lifesaving Services
August 07, 2020 | Newsmakers

Evangelical Community Hospital welcomes Saquib Siddiqi, MS, DO, to the cardiology team at the Heart and Vascular Center of Evangelical. Read More about Saquib Siddiqi, MS, DO, Joins Evangelical as General Cardiologist

Saquib Siddiqi, MS, DO, Joins Evangelical as General Cardiologist
August 04, 2020 | Newsmakers

Evangelical Community Hospital is proud to announce the recertification of its Pulmonary and Cardiac Rehabilitation programs by the American Association for Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation (AACVPR). Read More about Two Key Rehabilitation Programs at Evangelical Earn Recertification

Two Key Rehabilitation Programs at Evangelical Earn Recertification
August 04, 2020 | Newsmakers

Two of Evangelical Community Hospital’s key imaging services recently earned reaccreditation from the American College of Radiology (ACR). ACR accreditation is the gold standard in medical imaging. Read More about Evangelical Community Hospital’s Imaging Services Earn Breast MRI and CT Scan Reaccreditations in 2020

Evangelical Community Hospital’s Imaging Services Earn Breast MRI and CT Scan Reaccreditations in 2020
July 31, 2020 | Newsmakers

Kelly Solomon, RN, has been named Director of The Family Place, the obstetrics unit, at Evangelical Community Hospital. Read More about Kelly Solomon, RN, Named Director of The Family Place at Evangelical Community Hospital

Kelly Solomon, RN, Named Director of The Family Place at Evangelical Community Hospital
July 17, 2020 | Newsmakers

Evangelical Community Hospital is pleased to welcome Max Laurore, MD, FACOG, Laborist, to OB/GYN of Evangelical. Read More about OB/GYN of Evangelical Welcomes New Laborist, Max Laurore, MD, FACOG

OB/GYN of Evangelical Welcomes New Laborist, Max Laurore, MD, FACOG
July 15, 2020 | Newsmakers

Evangelical Community Hospital is pleased to welcome two new Hospitalists, Sandeep Regmi, MD, and Sara J. Hawksworth, DO. Read More about Evangelical Community Hospital Welcomes New Hospitalists

Evangelical Community Hospital Welcomes New Hospitalists
July 15, 2020 | Newsmakers

Tiffany Wolfe, RN, BSN, at Evangelical Community Hospital, was surprised on Tuesday, July 14, 2020, as she was presented the Hospital’s first DAISY Award. The award is presented to a deserving nurse who exemplifies clinical expertise and compassionate care and is recognized as a role model in the nursing community. Read More about Evangelical Community Hospital Awards First DAISY Honor

Evangelical Community Hospital Awards First DAISY Honor
July 14, 2020 | What’s Happening

Evangelical Community Hospital is offering new ways to pay healthcare-related bills. Recently the Hospital has made improvements to its payment system that allow its customer service representatives to accept payment by credit card or check by phone. Read More about New Bill Pay Options Available at Evangelical Community Hospital

New Bill Pay Options Available at Evangelical Community Hospital
June 24, 2020 | What’s Happening

Evangelical Community Hospital in Lewisburg is taking proactive steps to prepare students interested in healthcare-related careers to meet the future demand through a unique program that allows them to experience many aspects of care. Read More about Evangelical Community Hospital Hosts High School Healthcare Careers Internship Program

Evangelical Community Hospital Hosts High School Healthcare Careers Internship Program