Geisinger News Releases

Geisinger Lewistown Hospital designated Primary Stroke Center
Dedicated stroke unit provides highest level of stroke care available in Mifflin County

Aging-related conditions increase treatment burden in older cancer patients
Research finds multiple chronic conditions, rural residence main contributors to increased healthcare visits

Regeneron Genetics Center discovers gene mutations that protect against obesity
Study included data from Geisinger’s MyCode Community Health Initiative

Geisinger names Dr. Christa Lese Martin chief scientific officer
Martin to lead growing research institute of more than 500 faculty and staff

Researchers discover protein complex that promotes cancer growth
Disruption of complex hinders cancer growth without harming normal cells

Geisinger ConvenientCare Lewistown expands services
X-ray now available for walk-in care

Geisinger’s Karen Murphy among ‘50 Most Influential Clinical Executives’
Murphy also named a ‘Changemaker in Health’ for leadership in healthcare innovation and technology
- Geisinger Community Medical Center
- Geisinger Janet Weis Children's Hospital
- Geisinger Jersey Shore Hospital
- Geisinger Lewistown Hospital
- Geisinger Medical Center
- Geisinger Shamokin Area Community Hospital
- Geisinger South Wilkes-Barre
- Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center
- Geisinger Bloomsburg Hospital

Two Geisinger hospitals ranked among Newsweek’s World’s Best Smart Hospitals
Geisinger Medical Center, Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center recognized for use of technology

Geisinger expands Children’s Health Insurance Program coverage to 8 more counties
GHP Kids now offers low-cost, comprehensive coverage in 48 counties

Geisinger ConvenientCare offering COVID-19 tests for travelers
Tests available to anyone aged 12 months and up