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Lutheran Hospital, the flagship facility of Lutheran Health Network, announced the appointment of Dr. Dillon Bannis as its new chief medical officer (CMO). Dr. Bannis officially assumed the role on Dec. 1, 2025, and will be responsible for leading the hospital’s clinical strategy, ensuring the highest standard of patient safety and quality care, and serving as the primary liaison between the administration and the medical staff. Dr. Bannis brings several years of distinguished experience in clinical pra... ... Read More

The American College of Cardiology has recognized Lutheran Hospital for its demonstrated expertise and commitment to treating patients with chest pain. Lutheran Hospital was awarded Chest Pain Center Accreditation with Primary PCI and Resuscitation in November based on rigorous onsite evaluation of the staff’s ability to evaluate, diagnose and treat patients who may be experiencing a heart attack. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, more than 730,000 Americans suffer a heart att... ... Read More

Lutheran Downtown Hospital and Bluffton Regional Medical Center earned an “A” Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group, an independent national nonprofit watchdog focused on patient safety. Leapfrog assigns an “A,” “B,” “C,” “D” or “F” grade to general hospitals across the country based on over 30 measures of errors, accidents, injuries and infections as well as the systems hospitals have in place to prevent them. “Receiving this ‘A’ rating from Leapfrog is a powerful affirmation of the daily dedic... ... Read More

As the nation observes Veterans Day on November 11, Lutheran Health Network is celebrating the former military service members who have seamlessly transitioned to careers in healthcare, bringing advanced training and an unmatched sense of dedication to patient care. “Veterans bring a foundational, mission-oriented mindset that is essential in healthcare. They understand true teamwork, operational discipline and the gravity of selfless service. When I look at those team members, I see people who have alr... ... Read More

Dupont Hospital is advancing care options for men’s health with a new procedure to treat lower urinary tract symptoms caused by an enlarged prostate, also known as benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). The minimally invasive procedure uses robot-assisted waterjet therapy to precisely remove targeted tissue and preserve surrounding tissue, to restore normal urination and improve quality of life. This addition of this service positions Dupont Hospital as a regional leader in advanced urological care, offeri... ... Read More

Becker's Hospital Review has unveiled its 2025 list of 100 hospitals and health systems with exceptional orthopedic programs, recognizing their leadership in advancing orthopedic care nationwide. Lutheran Health Network is celebrating the hard work and efforts of The Orthopedic Hospital, which made the list of 100 great orthopedic programs. These institutions stand at the forefront of innovation, pioneering minimally invasive procedures, conducting groundbreaking research and leading clinical trials tha... ... Read More

November 20 Community Health Series Topic November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month and the next LKH Community Health Talk on Thursday, November 20, at 5:30 p.m., is titled Healthy Lungs for Life: Pulmonology Health, Diseases and Screenings. Board certified pulmonologist Vicente Rodriguez, M.D., will be the guest speaker for this talk at Lutheran Kosciusko Hospital in the LKH Administration Classroom located at 2101 E. DuBois Drive in Warsaw. The session will address key aspects of maintaining healthy lun... ... Read More

Deaths from heart attack have dropped by nearly 90 percent over the past 50 years, but deaths by other heart conditions have increased over the same period. The heart attack survival rate has improved thanks to advances in treatment and intervention, but rising cases of atrial fibrillation and arrhythmias, heart failure, and hypertensive heart disease are now the leading causes of death among heart conditions. Likely contributing to these increases, more people in the U.S. have the heart disease risk fa... ... Read More

The Orthopedic Hospital announced today that it has achieved numerous distinctions for clinical performance from Healthgrades, the #1 site Americans use when searching for a doctor or hospital. Among The Orthopedic Hospital’s distinctions are 6 awards, including: America’s 100 Best Orthopedic Surgery Orthopedic Surgery Excellence Award Five-Star for Hip Fracture Treatment Five-Star for Spinal Fusion Surgery Five-Star for Total Hip Replacement Five-Star for Outpatient Total Knee Replacement These achieve... ... Read More

Lutheran Kosciusko Hospital is celebrating the addition of a new team member to its family medicine practice. Elizabeth Voirol, D.O., is a family medicine physician providing patient-centered care, including physicals, routine medical treatments, and management of sudden illnesses and chronic diseases. She has a particular focus on women’s health and supports expectant mothers throughout their pregnancies. Dr. Voirol comes to Lutheran Health Physicians with a commitment to patient-centered care for fami... ... Read More