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FORT WAYNE, Ind. (May 18, 2022) – Lutheran Health Network employees are now eligible for new and enhanced benefits to help eliminate existing student debt faster, pursue additional professional education and advance their careers. The Lutheran Health Network Pathways benefit program was created to support and retain employees and attract a strong workforce – especially frontline nurses, technicians, therapists and other clinicians and caregivers, along with support personnel. “Lutheran Health Network ap... ... Read More

The first Safe Haven Baby Box installed in Fort Wayne was dedicated at Lutheran Downtown Hospital today. Lutheran Health Network and hospital leadership, representatives from Safe Haven Baby Boxes, members of local public safety agencies and elected officials gathered outside the emergency department ambulance bay at the hospital, 702 Van Buren St., to dedicate the baby box. “Lutheran Health Network is committed to providing care for the most vulnerable in our community and proud to partner with organiz... ... Read More

Dupont Hospital received an “A” grade in the Spring 2022 Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade, a national distinction recognizing achievements protecting patients from errors, injuries, accidents and infections. The Leapfrog Group is a national watchdog organization of employers and other purchasers focused on health care safety. The Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade released today assigns a letter grade to nearly 3,000 U.S. general hospitals based on over 30 measures of patient safety. "The Dupont Hospital team... ... Read More

Hospital delivers superior patient outcomes according to Healthgrades The Orthopedic Hospital of Lutheran Health Network ranked #1 in Indiana for Joint Replacement according to a new analysis released by Healthgrades, the leading resource that connects consumers, physicians and health systems. The hospital was also a recipient of One of America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Orthopedic Surgery and a Patient Safety Excellence Award. For the State Ranking analysis, Healthgrades evaluated clinical performance fo... ... Read More

Lutheran Hospital is the first hospital in Indiana and one of only three nationwide to recently be awarded the Heart Failure Accreditation with Outpatient Services by the American College of Cardiology (ACC). The ACC recognized Lutheran Hospital for its demonstrated expertise and commitment in treating patients with heart failure based on rigorous onsite review of the staff’s ability to evaluate, diagnose and treat patients with heart failure through pre-hospital care, early stabilization, acute care, t... ... Read More

Lutheran Health Network flight nurse Abigail “Abby” Harvey was recognized today with the 2022 Distinguished Certified Flight Registered Nurse (CFRN®) Award from the Board of Certification for Emergency Nursing (BCEN). Harvey is a flight RN with Lutheran Air based out of Portland, Ind. She has been with the Network for 23 years and has completed about 400 flights during her tenure. She also worked as director of the intensive care unit for Bluffton Regional Medical Center and supervisor and manager for L... ... Read More

In addition to its key role of providing patients safe, quality care from skilled, compassionate medical providers, Lutheran Health Network also made a significant community impact with more than $1 billion invested in 2021 through local employment, charitable contributions, local taxes and enhanced access to services. “Our initiatives and investments help make northeast Indiana healthier and better for all,” said Scott Teffeteller, market chief executive officer for Lutheran Health Network. “Through th... ... Read More

In celebration of National Doctors’ Day today, Lutheran Health Network is honoring its medical staff by donating to their favorite local charities. The day is set aside to recognize physicians for their skills, sacrifice and service to the community. But true to their ongoing care and compassion toward others, LHN physicians decided to select nonprofit organizations to receive donations in lieu of tokens of gratitude the Network typically provides them in honor of Doctors’ Day. “We are grateful to the d... ... Read More

A groundbreaking to kick off construction on Lutheran Health Network’s latest multimillion-dollar healthcare facility was held at the site in northeast Fort Wayne today, which will include a conveniently located freestanding emergency department and physicians’ offices. Lutheran Health Network representatives were joined by community leaders and elected officials at 6515 Stellhorn Road just east of Maplecrest Road to turn ceremonial shovels of dirt where the new two-story, 25,000-square-foot facility is... ... Read More

Lutheran Health Network is proud to announce nine nurses recognized for providing compassionate care with the DAISY Award. The following excerpts highlight the most recent DAISY Award recipient nominations: Tina Augsburger, RN Lactation Consultant Dupont Hospital From a patient’s nomination: As first-time parents, we encountered a few stumbling blocks with breastfeeding. Tina was so uplifting and encouraging during this stressful time, informing us that issues arise all the time and breastfeeding is a c... ... Read More