Healthcare
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ChristianaCare Releases More Details About Planned ‘Neighborhood Hospital’ in West Grove
ChristianaCare, a Delaware-based health system, has provided more details on the opening of its planned “neighborhood hospital” in West Grove, including a later expected opening date, writes John George for Philadelphia Business Journal. The medical center that will open at the shuttered Jennersville Hospital will have ten inpatient beds open 24 hours a day, seven…
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Failed Sale of Brandywine Hospital in Coatesville Puts Snag in Tower Health’s Turnaround Plans
The sale of the shuttered Brandywine Hospital in Coatesville to Penn Medicine fell through at the end of January, putting a dent into Tower Health’s turnaround plans, writes Lauren Coleman-Lochner for Bloomberg. The attempted sale of the campus was another step in Tower Health’s attempts to essentially undo the ill-fated 2017 merger that turned it…
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Pennsylvania’s New Women’s Healthcare Program Will Provide Services to Local Pregnant, Parenting Women
The Pennsylvania Department of Human Services recently launched the Women’s Service Program which will offer women’s healthcare services to pregnant or parenting women throughout the state, writes Sean Kitchen for The Keystone. “[Last] week, the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services released our new Women’s Health Services grants,” said Department of Human Services Secretary Val Arkoosh.…
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Jefferson Health Chief of Cardiothoracic Surgery is Leaving for Smaller Local Health System
Rohinton Morris, M.D., chief of cardiothoracic surgery at Jefferson Health is heading to Tower Health to serve as the chief there, writes John George for Philadelphia Business Journal. Tower Health is based in Berks County and oversees Pottstown Hospital. On why he is making the move, Morris said that he has grown frustrated with the…
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Michele Chubb Promoted As Program Director For ROW Psychiatric Services
Michele Chubb was recently promoted as program director for ROW Psychiatric Services. In the role, she will lead and direct the day-to-day operations and implement policies and procedures that coincide with the organization’s goals and objectives. Chubb originally joined ROW Psychiatric Services in October 2022 as a psychotherapist, where she provided individual therapy to both…
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Shuttered Jennersville Hospital in Penn Township to Reopen As Micro-Hospital Early Next Year
ChristianaCare is looking to reopen the shuttered Jennersville Hospital in Penn Township early next year as a micro-hospital, writes Harold Brubaker for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The model that Delaware’s largest health system is planning on using would be just one floor of the facility, which would allow it to expand on the business momentum ChristianaCare…
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ETHOS Treatment Launches Eating Disorder Program to Help Adults Cultivate Healthier Relationships with Food
ETHOS Treatment LLC — which helps adults and teens with mental health issues and substance use disorders through a proven combination of individual counseling and small-group and family therapy — has launched an eating disorder program to help patients cultivate healthy relationships with themselves, their food choices, and their body image. ETHOS treats diagnoses that…
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Chester County Hospital Names Recipients of Employee Leadership Awards
Penn Medicine Chester County Hospital (CCH) has recognized several outstanding employees for their hard work and dedication through their annual employee leadership recognition program: Leaders of the Year, Everyday Hero, and Spirit of Belonging awards. The Leader of the Year Award is presented to team members who exemplify the system’s values at CCH, including delivering…
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Chester County Hospital Sheds Light on RSV: The Respiratory Illness You Should Know About
If you’re a parent or caregiver, you know there are a lot of illnesses that can affect children. Conditions like ear infections, the stomach flu, the common cold, and hand, foot, and mouth disease have become commonplace in many households. Sometimes, it might feel like your child is sick more often than they are well.…
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Deal to Purchase Brandywine Hospital Falls Through
Penn Medicine has opted out of purchasing Brandywine Hospital in Coatesville from Tower Health, writes John George for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Tower Health closed the hospital in January 2022 as part of a financial turnaround process, which is still ongoing. Penn Medicine had intentions of utilizing the medical center while working with the Department…
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St. Luke’s University Health Care Network Expands with New Bucks County Property Acquisition
St. Luke’s University Health Network is set to broaden its footprint in Bucks County with the purchase of an 8.5-acre site in Upper Bucks County, writes John George for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The property, previously home to Frederick’s Flowers & Gifts, was acquired for $8.25 million from Del Ron Enterprises Inc., as per county…
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Chester County Hospital Nationally Recognized for Commitment to Provide High-Quality Care for Chest Pain
Penn Medicine Chester County Hospital (CCH) received The American College of Cardiology’s Chest Pain Center Accreditation with Primary PCI for its demonstrated expertise and commitment to treating patients with chest pain. CCH was awarded the accreditation based on rigorous onsite evaluation of the staff’s ability to evaluate, diagnose, and treat patients who may be experiencing…
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As a Result of the American Rescue Plan, Insulin Prices Drops Drastically in Pennsylvania
Due to the American Rescue Plan, the $1.9 trillion economic stimulus bill passed by Congress and signed into law in March of 2021, the nation’s three major insulin makers have significantly dropped their prices for insulin in Pennsylvania as of January 1, writes Isabel Soisson for The Keystone. Eli Lilly, Sanofi, and Novo Nordisk, which together make up around 90…
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Local Families Spread Holiday Cheer to Patients at Jefferson Abington Hospital
Two local families recently helped spread holiday cheer to young patients and families at Jefferson Abington Hospital. Jennifer Suit, Greg Simpson, and their son rallied their local community together to collect toys for children spending the holidays at the hospital. With the help of their neighbors, the family collected and donated dozens of new toys…
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Should I Take Multivitamins to Help My Memory As I Age?
Crossword puzzles, Sudoku, and Chess are games that can help strengthen our brains. But what about vitamins? According to recent studies, taking multivitamins for memory loss may be a promising approach. Here’s what you should know about multivitamins and memory. Everyone forgets where they put their keys or makes a wrong turn on the way home…
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Immaculata University Nursing Student Achieve High NCLEX Pass Rate
Immaculata University’s nursing students achieved a remarkable 97.92 percent first-time pass rate on the registered nurse licensure exam, or NCLEX, in the 2022-23 academic year, the most recent year for which data is available. The national NCLEX pass rate for 2022-23 is 90.16 percent. Immaculata’s nursing students receive extensive support to prepare for the exam, including a…
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CHOP CEO Madeline Bell to Receive 2023 William Penn Award
Madeline Bell, President and CEO of the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, will receive the 2023 William Penn Award, the highest honor bestowed upon a business executive in Greater Philadelphia, from the Chamber of Commerce for Greater Philadelphia. The award, which has been given annually since 1949, recognizes an individual for his/her outstanding contributions toward the…
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Seven Churches, Seven AEDs, One Common Goal
Making healthcare and health education accessible to surrounding and underserved local communities is what the Wellness Department at Chester County Hospital (CCH) strives for daily. This group is dedicated to bridging the gap in these communities by collaborating with local businesses and residents to identify where the most significant health needs are located and how…
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