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As a continued tradition, Lutheran Health Network has a unique way to commemorate National Doctors’ Day and honor the providers who serve on our team. Instead of personal gifts, Lutheran Health Network teams presented checks to area non-profits as a meaningful way to recognize its medical staff. These charitable organizations help provide safe housing, neighborhoods, access to nutritious food, physical activity and so much more. “We offer these gifts as a humble expression of our thanks to our medical t... ... Read More

Pregnant women who are in their mid-30s or older are at a higher risk for pregnancy and childbirth complications, but most still have healthy pregnancies and deliver healthy babies. However, the increased risk of adverse outcomes for women of advanced maternal age – 35 or older on the delivery date – makes it more important than ever to get the appropriate prenatal care and screenings. According to data from the Centers for Disease Control, the average age of pregnant individuals continues to increase, ... ... Read More

At more than 1 million patient encounters last year, Lutheran Hospital, Lutheran Downtown Hospital, Dupont Hospital and The Orthopedic Hospital delivered on their commitment to provide quality healthcare for the Fort Wayne community and beyond. The health system’s 2025 Community Benefit Report shows care extended well beyond the hospital and clinics, contributing more than $766 million to the greater Fort Wayne area through charity/uncompensated care provided, capital dollars reinvested in services and ... ... Read More

Colorectal cancer is the second leading cause of death from cancer in the U.S. Between 2012 and 2021, more colorectal cancer cases were identified in adults under 50 each year, while the rates for adults 50 and older have been decreasing over the same period. The American Cancer Society estimates that about 107,320 new cases of colon cancer and 46,950 new cases of rectal cancer will be found in 2025. Dr. Usman Mirza, a gastroenterologist with Lutheran Health Physicians, says colorectal cancer screenings... ... Read More

Lutheran Health Network is working to fight hunger in the community by collecting peanut butter to donate to six area food banks. The fourth annual Jars of Love Peanut Butter Drive starts March 2nd, 2026 and continues through March 30th, 2026. Lutheran Health Network collects peanut butter because it is one of the least donated items while high in nutritional value and shelf stable. “At Lutheran Health Network, our care extends far beyond our hospital walls and into the heart of the community we serve,”... ... Read More

Your heart is one of the most important organs as it continually pumps oxygen and nutrient-rich blood around your body, and any disruption can be life-threatening. Blood flow blockages within the heart are the cause of heart attacks, and knowing five key symptoms can help you take quick action to save your life or someone else’s in an emergency. Chest pain or discomfort, especially in the center or on the left side of the chest, is a sign that blood flow to the heart is being limited and is the most com... ... Read More

Lutheran Hospital Women’s and Children’s Services Department is proud to share a big success: a 29% reduction in first-time mom cesareans from 2024-2025. That means more moms were able to have natural births, which often means faster recovery, fewer complications, and healthier babies. C-sections can be necessary in some cases, but for healthy pregnancies, avoiding surgery is often better for both mom and baby. This progress supports national goals to lower unnecessary C-sections and promote safer, more... ... Read More

On Sunday, February 1, Lutheran Health Network celebrates the 25th anniversary of Bluffton Regional Medical Center. In 2001, Bluffton Regional Medical Center restated a simple promise: to ensure that the families of Wells County and surrounding areas never need to choose between quality medical care and the comfort of staying close to home. This month, the hospital proudly celebrates its 25th Anniversary, marking two and a half decades of being the heartbeat of the community. Serving as the only hospita... ... Read More

Lutheran Health Physicians is proud to announce the addition of Kayla Weston, D.O., FACOOG, to its women’s health team in Kosciusko County. For Dr. Weston, this appointment marks a meaningful homecoming, as she returns to her roots in Warsaw to provide obstetric and gynecological care to the community that raised her. After completing her medical education at Liberty University College of Osteopathic Medicine in Lynchburg, Virginia, and her OB/GYN residency at Ascension Genesys Hospital in Grand Blanc, ... ... Read More

Lutheran Kosciusko Hospital is happy to announce the first baby born at its Birthplace in 2026. Agastya was born on Friday, January 2, at 6:46 a.m. to parents Teja and Venky. Agastya weighed 6 lbs.1 oz. and was 19 inches long. Lutheran Health Network’s Birthplaces offer a comfortable, family-centered environment and compassionate staff to help ensure mom and baby receive the personalized care they need. All Birthplaces provide services and programs that include childbirth classes, breastfeeding support,... ... Read More