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February 08, 2010
Geisinger pediatric surgeon to participate in book-signing event

The Auxiliary at Geisinger Medical Center is hosting a book discussion and signing on Feb. 26 featuring Geisinger pediatric surgeon Chris Coppola, MD Read more


February 08, 2010
Celebrate Valentine's Day with heart-healthy foods

The best gift you can give your loved one this Valentine's Day is the gift of a healthy heart. Read more


February 08, 2010
Movement disorders are serious conditions

Movement disorders are serious medical conditions that can prevent a patient from enjoying a normal life. Read more


February 08, 2010
Geisinger hospitals offer unique treatment for movement disorders

Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS), a new treatment being offered at Geisinger Medical Center (GMC) and Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center (GWV), can dramatically reduce symptoms of movement disorders. Read more


February 05, 2010
Geisinger offers Mommy Makeovers

A unique service at Geisinger Medical Center can help resolve an array of cosmetic issues that may arise following childbirth in just one surgical sitting. Read more


February 04, 2010
Geisinger physician receives national EMS award

Douglas Kupas, M.D., emergency physician and Associate Chief Academic Officer, Geisinger Medical Center, was recently awarded the Keith Neely Outstanding Contribution to Emergency Medical Services Award by the National Association of EMS Physicians. Read more


February 04, 2010
Common coronary disorder can be prevented with simple lifestyle changes

Atherosclerosis can result in some very serious health events such as heart attack or stroke, but a Geisinger cardiologist says there are simple ways to prevent this common disorder. Read more


February 04, 2010
Evangelical Community Hospital expanding cardiac services

In response to growing cardiac needs in the Central Susquehanna Valley, Evangelical Community Hospital is expanding its cardiovascular program to include an interventional cardiology partnership with Geisinger Health System and the addition of a new service line director. Read more


February 03, 2010
Geisinger and TGen announce strategic partnership to shape future of personalized medicine

Geisinger Health System and the Translational Genomics Research Institute (TGen) today announced the signing of a strategic research agreement that provides a focused look at the gaps in clinical medicine where biomedical research can make a difference. Read more


February 01, 2010
Lower risk using radial access for cardiac catheterizations

Cardiac catheterization offers a minimally invasive means for obtaining important information about the heart and its blood vessels, while also providing a less invasive treatment for certain heart conditions. Read more


February 01, 2010
Geisinger Medical Center becomes region's only bone marrow collection site

Geisinger Medical Center was recently designated a National Marrow Donation Program collection site, becoming the only site in the region to collect bone marrow or blood stem cells from willing donors. Read more


February 01, 2010
Geisinger Medical Center awards Illinois physician with professorship

Geisinger Medical Center recently awarded Ted E. Feldman, M.D., Professor of Medicine, and Director, Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory, Evanston Hospital, Evanston, Ill., with the Charles Laubach, M.D. Interventional Cardiologist Visiting Professorship. Read more


February 01, 2010
Geisinger Ventures names Mike Hoerres as Principal

Geisinger Ventures recently announced that Mike Hoerres has joined the organization as a Principal. Read more


January 29, 2010
Geisinger adds state-of-the-art helicopter to Life Flight fleet

The Life Flight base in Williamsport is home to the newest aircraft in Geisinger's fleet. The new helicopter, an EC-145, will operate from Williamsport Regional Airport. Read more


January 29, 2010
Bariatric surgery can be safer than living with obesity

Bariatric weight-loss surgery may sound dangerous and complicated, but a Geisinger physician warns that the real danger may be a life of obesity. Read more


January 29, 2010
Geisinger employee retires after 49 years

David Bowers, an employee in Geisinger Medical Center's (GMC) Automated Testing Lab Plus (ATL Plus), is retiring after 49 years at GMC. Read more


January 28, 2010
Geisinger accepting applications for summer 2010 non-clinical internships

More than 55 undergraduate and graduate-level internships in non-clinical areas throughout Geisinger Health System are available for summer 2010. Read more


January 28, 2010
Geisinger Health System among top integrated healthcare networks in U.S.

Geisinger Health System has been named to the 2010 SDI IHN 100, a list of the most integrated healthcare networks in the nation. Read more


January 26, 2010
Bariatric surgery more than a 'quick fix'

Bariatric surgery often carries the stigma of being an easy way to shed a few pounds, but a Geisinger physician explains that the procedure is much more than a quick fix. Read more


January 22, 2010
Geisinger researchers awarded funds for personalized healthcare project

Researchers at Geisinger Medical Center recently received funding totaling more than $44,000 from a Geisinger Health System (GHS) - NYU Langone Medical Center (NYULMC) collaborative project focusing on personalized healthcare. Read more


January 21, 2010
Geisinger researcher presents Central Pa. needs assessment findings

Greater access to healthcare and transportation is a means to maximizing a healthcare safety net in the greater Susquehanna Valley, according to the 2009 Central Pennsylvania Needs Assessment commissioned by ACTION Health and recently presented by Geisinger senior investigator Sharon Larson, PhD. Read more


January 21, 2010
Geisinger cardiologist featured on Discovery Channel

Geisinger Interventional Cardiologist Kimberly Skelding, M.D., is a featured expert on the Discovery Channel's "Bariatric Surgery: Patient Referral and Follow Up," which will air at 8 a.m. Saturday, Jan 23. Read more


January 15, 2010
Bariatric surgery can break obesity cycle

Obesity is a condition that often follows family lines, but bariatric surgery offers hope for breaking this generational pattern. Read more


January 15, 2010
Families can help patients recover from bariatric surgery

While the benefits of bariatric surgery can be plentiful, adjusting to post-surgical life can be difficult for patients. Read more


January 14, 2010
Geisinger CEO to receive American Hospital Association Award

The Health Research & Educational Trust, an affiliate of the American Hospital Association, has selected Glenn D. Steele Jr., MD, PhD president and chief executive officer of Geisinger Health System, as the recipient of the 2010 TRUST Award. Read more


January 12, 2010
Geisinger Woodbine celebrates 5 years

Five years ago, Geisinger opened the doors of Geisinger Medical Center Outpatient Surgery - Woodbine Lane, not only expanding the reach of Geisinger services but impacting the local community's economy. Read more


January 12, 2010
Revolutionizing how we reshape bodies and minds

He's completing their challenging journey and making them whole. Read more


January 11, 2010
Geisinger Launches Alcohol Management Study

Geisinger Center for Health Research is conducting of Naltrexone, a medicine that reduces desire for alcohol. Read more


January 11, 2010
Geisinger physician appointed to surgery workforce

Alfred M. Casale, M.D., Director, Cardiothoracic Surgery, Geisinger Heart and Vascular Institute, was recently appointed to the Society of Thoracic Surgery's (STS) Workforce on Evidence Based Surgery. Read more


January 07, 2010
Making healthy food choices on a budget

The current economic climate has impacted every aspect of our lives, even our health. But it is possible to make healthy food choices on a budget. Read more




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