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Fort Wayne, Ind. (May 4, 2021) – When Alejandro Zacavelazques experienced shortness of breath and weakness, he sought care at Kosciusko Community Hospital’s emergency department, where he tested positive for COVID-19. Zacavelazques’ oxygen level was so low that he required a breathing tube and was transferred to Lutheran Hospital’s COVID ICU. His lung condition worsened and the breathing tube and ventilator were no longer sufficient to help him. The intensive care physicians called in the Cardiothoracic... ... Read More

Bluffton, Ind. (April 29, 2021) – Bluffton Regional Medical Center received an “A” grade in the spring 2021 Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade, a national distinction recognizing Bluffton Regional Medical Center’s achievements protecting patients from errors, injuries, accidents, and infections. The Leapfrog Group is an independent national watchdog organization committed to health care quality and safety. The Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade assigns an “A,” “B,” “C,” “D,” or “F” grade to all general hospital... ... Read More

Sustainable design and construction key to green efforts Fort Wayne, Ind. (April 21, 2021) – Beginning with the initial planning, construction of Lutheran Downtown Hospital was aggressively engineered for sustainability goals, ensuring the new building would be significantly more efficient in the use of natural resources such as energy, water and raw materials. The effort is on track to obtain a Green Globe® Building Certification. “By conserving natural resources and investing in our employees and our ... ... Read More

Fort Wayne, Ind. (April 20, 2021) – Anthony Rork, a Fort Wayne native and Elmhurst graduate, always believed he was in good shape. A family history compounded with stress, though, was not on his side. Rork’s father died at age 23 of cardiomyopathy and congestive heart failure. “You do what you can to be healthy...and it didn’t matter,” said Rork. “It’ll still get you.” Approximately 3,500 people in the U.S. are waiting for a heart transplant and many will wait six months or longer. “With the shortage of... ... Read More

FORT WAYNE, Ind. (April 20, 2021) – Lutheran Health Network (LHN) nurses make a difference daily and they are key to providing a positive patient experience. The DAISY Award recognizes exceptional care, compassion and dedication. Patients, families and colleagues may nominate nurses from any LHN hospital, urgent care clinic or Lutheran Health Physicians office for this award. The following stories highlight LHN’s most recent DAISY Award recipients: Riley Mercer, RN Inpatient Medical/Surgical The Orthope... ... Read More

Lutheran Health Network will continue to follow all CDC guidelines With the state mask mandate changing on April 6, Lutheran Health Network has released the following statement: Lutheran Health Network will continue to follow all Centers for Disease Control and Prevention guidelines for COVID-19, including masking. All visitors and staff are required to wear masks inside Lutheran Health Network hospitals and clinics. All safety efforts remain in place LHN COVID-Safe Care . The community's ongoing suppor... ... Read More

Providing a full complement of services to the community Fort Wayne, Ind. (April 8, 2021) – On Friday, April 9, Lutheran Health Network celebrates the 20th anniversary of Dupont Hospital. From the beginning, known for its quality care, innovative women’s services and digital technology, Dupont Hospital provides a wide range of services to more than 100,000 patients annually in Northern Allen County and surrounding communities. Designed from the ground up for patient comfort and convenience, Dupont Hospi... ... Read More

Lutheran Hospital provides necessary care, resources to heart failure patients FORT WAYNE, Ind. (March 31, 2021) – The American College of Cardiology (ACC) has recognized Lutheran Hospital for its demonstrated expertise and commitment in treating patients with heart failure. Lutheran Hospital has received Advanced Heart Failure Accreditation based on a rigorous onsite review of the staff’s ability to evaluate, diagnose and treat patients with heart failure through pre-hospital care, early stabilization,... ... Read More

Inpatient Treatment Facility Slated to Open in Spring 2022 FORT WAYNE, Ind. and FRANKLIN, Tenn. (March 25, 2021) – Lutheran Health Network of Indiana, LLC, an affiliate of the Lutheran Health Network, and Acadia Healthcare Company announced today that they are forming a joint venture to build a 120-bed inpatient behavioral health facility in Fort Wayne, Indiana. The facility will address the growing need for accessible, high-quality behavioral health services in Fort Wayne and the surrounding counties. ... ... Read More

FORT WAYNE, Ind. (March 17, 2021) – The delivery of babies has been a happy event for the labor and delivery teams at Lutheran Hospital and Dupont Hospital over the past year. Thousands of infants born over the past year have been a welcome sight in the midst of the global pandemic. While the virus has changed many things in the world – The Birthplace at Dupont Hospital and Lutheran Hospital are a pleasant constant, located in a separate area at each hospital to provide specialized care and services. A ... ... Read More