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FORT WAYNE, Ind. (Jan. 18, 2022) – Lutheran Health Network announced the recipients of its 2021 Nursing Excellence Award today The following nurses were nominated by their peers from LHN facilities throughout the region to receive the honor for their critical role in treating patients and consistently demonstrating characteristics of nursing excellence: Vickie Cook, RN, Bluffton Regional Medical Center; Naomi Foor, RN, Rehabilitation Hospital; Maria Garcia, RN, Kosciusko Community Hospital; Tanya Oaks, ... ... Read More

Lutheran Health Network employee blood drives held at its hospitals during December helped to potentially save more than 300 lives. Bluffton Regional Medical Center, Dukes Memorial, Dupont, Kosciusko Community, Lutheran and Lutheran Downtown hospitals all partnered with the American Red Cross to hold blood drives in response to a national shortage of donations, which has impacted the blood supply throughout the country. The multi-site drives saw 118 staff at the locations provide 112 units of blood, whi... ... Read More

Minimally invasive surgery may provide relief when lifestyle changes & medications don’t The tendency to overeat during the holiday season can often lead to heartburn. But if acid reflux is frequent and difficult to manage even after feasting and festivities end, it may be more than common indigestion and could improve with an outpatient surgical solution. Emanuel Nearing II, M.D., a surgeon at Lutheran Downtown Hospital, is certified in a minimally invasive surgery using a FDA-approved device for t... ... Read More

Jason Field has been named chief executive officer of Lutheran Health Physicians effective January 10, 2022. Field was most recently chief operating officer of the Owensboro Health Medical Group in Owensboro, Ky. Field brings more than three decades of experience to his new role and will be responsible for leading Lutheran Health Physicians’ five medical groups throughout northeastern Indiana, which represents more than 40 medical specialties. In addition to his work in Kentucky, Field has held leadersh... ... Read More

FORT WAYNE, Ind. – Lutheran Health Network is proud to announce nurses recognized for providing compassionate care with the DAISY Award. The following stories highlight the most recent DAISY Award recipients: Jacqueline Levers, BSN, RN Medical Acute Care Rehabilitation Hospital From a patient’s nomination: “Jacqueline always came in with a smile on her face. She took her time with me, let me ask questions and did not worry about anyone except for me at that time. She’s an amazing nurse, and I was extrem... ... Read More

Fort Wayne, Ind. (Dec. 2, 2021) – Providers specializing in bariatric surgery, breast cancer surgery, burn care, gynecologic oncology, sports medicine, trauma surgery and urology are among the most recent to join the Lutheran Health Physicians (LHP) team. These physicians, physician assistants and nurse practitioners are the newest to join the LHP team, which is composed of hundreds of providers delivering care ranging from annual checkups to heart transplantation. Bariatric & General Surgery Emanue... ... Read More

FORT WAYNE, Ind. (November 29, 2021) – Dupont Hospital is proud to announce its recent recognition with three distinctions for quality of care in orthopedics and older adults. The hospital received designation as an Orthopaedic Center of Excellence from DNV Healthcare USA Inc., a global independent certification, assurance and risk management provider, affirming its excellence in diagnostic and surgical services as well as orthopedic care therapies. Dupont Hospital also received two 2021 Choosing Wisely... ... Read More

FORT WAYNE, Ind. (October 27, 2021) – Lutheran Health Network hospitals were recently recognized by the Indiana Hospital Association (IHA), in partnership with Governor Eric J. Holcomb and State Health Commissioner Kris Box, M.D., FACOG, for their commitment to infant and maternal health at the second annual INspire Hospital of Distinction recognition program. The award recognizes the implementation of best practices in six key areas, including infant safe sleep, breastfeeding, tobacco prevention and ce... ... Read More

FORT WAYNE, Ind. (October 12, 2021) – When we think of cancer prevention, we typically think of those we hear the most about, such as breast cancer or lung cancer. One of the most common cancers is actually colon cancer: cancer of the large intestine and lower part of the digestive system. It is the fourth most common cancer diagnosed and the second-leading cause of cancer death in the U.S. – and early detection dramatically increases the survival rate. An estimated 150,000 new cases of colorectal cance... ... Read More

FORT WAYNE, Ind. (October 5, 2021) – Stress incontinence is a type of incontinence that involves involuntary leaking of urine from the bladder when it is under pressure. This condition can develop as the muscles that support the bladder become weaker due to the natural aging process, childbirth or certain medical conditions. Studies have shown that one in three women experiences stress incontinence, and the percentage of affected women increases with age. “Stress incontinence occurs when pressure is pla... ... Read More