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Saint John is a Healthgrades Five Star Recipient for Pneumonia and Sepsis Treatment
Saint John Hospital, a member of Prime Healthcare, announced recently that it is nationally recognized in pulmonary and critical care service lines and received two Five-Star ratings according to new research released by Healthgrades, the leading online resource for...
Understanding Medicare Annual Wellness Visits: Your Guide to Cognitive Screening and Alzheimer’s Assessment
As we approach Alzheimer's Awareness Month in November, it's an opportunity to shine a light on the importance of early detection and awareness of Alzheimer's disease. Medicare annual wellness visits are a vital component of preventive healthcare, aimed at maintaining...
Saint John names new Chief Nursing Officer
Saint John Hospital has named Dr. Billie Leonard, DNP, MSN, RN, as Chief Nursing Officer/Administrator. Billie brings more than 20 years of nursing experience, which include critical care, emergency services, education, and healthcare leadership. Billie has served as...
Saint John celebrates 10 year anniversary with Prime Healthcare.
Saint John Hospital and Providence Medical Center are marking a significant 10-year milestone as members of Prime Healthcare, an award-winning national health system with 45 acute-care hospitals and more than 300 outpatient locations in 14 states. As part of Prime’s...
Saint John receives CMS Five-Star Rating
Saint John Hospital has received the coveted CMS five-star rating; the hospital has received this designation the past five years. The five-star rating is the highest possible rating (on a scale of one to five) -- and reflects exceptional quality care being provided...
Hospital receives Stroke Ready Certification
Saint John Hospital has earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval and the American Stroke Associations Heart-Check mark for Acute Stroke Ready Program Certification. The Saint John Hospital Emergency Department underwent a rigorous, unannounced onsite review...
Orthopedic Surgeon, Nick Aberle, II, MD, helps area resident
Saint John, retired CNA Laura Zeidler, is very grateful for the exceptional care she received from Nicholas Aberle, III, MD, orthopedic surgeon. Dr. Aberle sees patients in the Saint John Pavilion on the Saint John Hospital campus. Laura is an avid dog lover, who...
Saint John names new Business Development/Marketing Manager
Bess Bonewits is the new Director of Business Development and Marketing for Saint John Hospital and Providence Medical Center. Bess will be leading strategic planning efforts, marketing plans and implementation, as well as building internal and external relationships....
Prioritizing Men’s Health: A Key to Well-being
In today's fast-paced world, where our hectic schedules often take priority, it's crucial to emphasize the significance of maintaining good health. In this article, we'll explore the importance of men's health and provide practical tips for a balanced and fulfilling...
Area Resident Receives Expert Care Close to Home at Saint John
Paying attention to changes in your health is important, even with small changes. Area resident Stephen Framstad knows that importance after suffering a cardiac arrest in early March. Having diabetes and a family history of heart disease, Stephen has always kept a...
Saint John Therapist Helps With Pelvic Floor Dysfunction
Elizabeth McGehee, PT, DPT, OCS, has joined the Rehabilitation Staff at Saint John Hospital. She has specialized training in helping women with pelvic health and pelvic floor dysfunction. Elizabeth graduated from Duke University School of Medicine in 2015 with a...
Physician Receives Expert Care, Close to Home at Saint John for Early Stroke Care
For local pediatrician Lori Golon, MD, having expert care close to home made all the difference recently when she began experiencing stroke symptoms. What started as a horrible headache, being dizzy and having shoulder pain, turned into a scary experience as she was...