John Simon III was a hungry baby, a “chunky” toddler and a chubby little boy, his mother said. But by age 14, his weight had soared to 430 pounds and was a life-threatening medical condition. Nine months after weight-loss surgery that removed a portion of his stomach, John has lost about ...
LEWISBURG — Natasha Alligood-Percoco, M.D., and Angela Huggler, M.D., Ob-Gyn surgeons, UPMC Magee-Womens in northcentral Pennsylvania, have expanded gynecological services to patients in Lewisburg. “Our skilled and experienced providers are dedicated to the highest standard of care, no matter what stage of life a woman is in,” said Brenda Terry-Manchester, director, UPMC Women’s Services in northcentral Pennsylvania. “Dr. Alligood-Percoco and Dr. Huggler are offering women in the Lewisburg region a new option for care across the spectrum of gynecological care, ranging from ...
Emergencies can happen anytime, anywhere, and even the most basic education can turn a bystander into a life-saving neighbor, friend or family member. UPMC in Northcentral Pa. recently teamed up with the City of Williamsport, Williamsport/Lycoming Chamber of Commerce and the Lycoming County ...
Susquehanna Health Foundation recently recognized Steve Johnson, long-serving health care leader for Susquehanna Health, now UPMC in North Central Pa., for his life’s commitment and extraordinary service to advancing health care in northcentral Pa., across the Commonwealth, and nationally at ...
A concerning shortfall in blood donations last month could stress the American Red Cross blood supply. The Red Cross collected over 26,000 fewer blood donations than needed in May to meet the needs of patients. The need for blood is constant, with someone needing a blood transfusion in the U.S. every two seconds, the organization said in a recent press release. Platelet donors are especially needed at this time. The public can help ensure continuity for patients by making an appointment to give blood or platelets now and in the weeks ahead. Blood Donor Day, donor gifts Wednesday, ...
For the fourth year in a row, Geisinger Health Plan ranked best among commercial health plans in Pennsylvania for member satisfaction in the J.D. Power 2023 U.S. Commercial Member Health Plan Study. The study examines several key factors. GHP ranked No. 1 in cost, coverage and benefits, ...
