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Primary Care Weekends Holiday Hours
Primary Care Weekends will be offering extended hours during the holiday weekend. Saturday, December 24th, walk-in care will be available from 8 a.m. to noon at the Excela Square at Norwin and Excela Square at Latrobe locations. The offices will be closed on Sunday, December 25th, but will reopen on Monday, December 26th from 8 a.m. to noon. A similar schedule will occur over the following weekend with Primary Care Weekends open on Saturday, December 31, from 8 a.m. to noon, closed on Sunday, January 1 and will be open on Monday, January 2 from 8 a.m. to noon.
For more information on Primary Care Weekends visit https://www.excelahealth.org/services/primary-care/primary-careweekends/
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Employee of the Month: November
Every Edition Kudos & Recognition, Page 4 New Faces, Pages 5
Robotic Surgery Community Event
Dr. Szwerc, MD, FACS Visits Norwin Middle School
Holiday Shopping to Support the LAHAS
Robotic Surgery Community Event
On Thursday, November 17 at Westmoreland Mall, the community had the chance to learn more about the various applications for robot-assisted surgery. Following a presentation by Excela Health, participants were invited to experience the da Vinci system first-hand. Robot-assisted surgery is the centerpiece of the Excela Health Surgical Institute, where surgeons utilize the innovative da Vinci robotic system to offer the latest in cancer care.
To view the photo gallery of the event, visit: https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.672893194284164&type=3
Dr. Szwerc, MD, FACS Visits Norwin Middle School
On November 22, Excela Health thoracic surgeon Michael Szwerc, MD, FACS visited Norwin Middle School to discuss the effects of vaping. Dr. Szwerc recognizes that vaping is becoming a big problem in our middle and high schools, and he is working to educate these young adults on how their health could be affected by vaping.
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Holiday Shopping to Support the LAHAS
The Latrobe Area Hospital Aid Society (LAHAS) invites you to celebrate the holiday season by purchasing Rada products for yourself or for someone special. With a year of experience, rave reviews have been received on a number of unique items such as the tomato slicer, bread knife, soups, and party dips. Other great items include cutlery, serving sets, nifty kitchen tools, cheeseballs, and spices. Rada items provide excellent quality, are priced reasonably and your purchase will raise funds for the LAHAS as they support Excela Latrobe Hospital and community events such as the Children’s Health Fair.
Purchasing Rada online is simple using the link below. All items purchased for Christmas should be ordered by December 10th to ensure timely arrival. Thank you for your support. Learn More
Top Skin Concerns to Ask Your Doctor About
We often take our skin for granted; it just exists on our body as we go about our day. Did you know we all have seven layers of skin? And the average adult has about 22 feet of skin on their body. Not only does it protect our body, it can give us insight into what's going on inside of the body because the skin is actually our largest organ. There are some common skin symptoms you should ask your doctor about at your next visit.
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Employee of the Month: November
Congratulations to the following employees for demonstrating their commitment to Excela Health’s mission.
Latrobe Hospital
Jordan Willochell, Med/Surg 4S Margaret Gettemy, Laboratory
Westmoreland Hospital
Judi Bassett, Marketing
Nominate Someone for Employee of the Month
Celebrate the accomplishments of those around you by nominating a co-worker for Employee of the Month! Individuals or teams are chosen based on a demonstration of a positive impact on our culture and work environment through Safety, Quality, Human Development, Productivity and Growth and Margin. Multiple awards are presented each month to employees across the health system. Learn More
Kudos & Recognition
“I think Dr. Dinger is such a great doctor. He is smart and has an amazing bedside manner. He takes the time to explain any questions you might have.”
Facebook User
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Handwashing Awareness
Vaccination
December n Crohn’s
Week I 12/1 to 12/7 n National
Week I 12/4 to 11/10 n National Influenza
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New Faces: Welcome to Excela Health
Latrobe Hospital
Environmental Services
Mary Puryear, Environmental Services Technician
Perianesthesia
Karlie Daniels, BSN
Westmoreland Hospital
Behavioral Health - Inpatient Unit
Rachel Nardi, BSN Emergency Department
Renita Bielek, Graduate Practical Nurse Environmental Services
Kelly Anthony, Environmental Services Technician Laboratory Services
Angelica Apodaca, Phlebotomist
Katrina Shearer, Phlebotomist PCU 2D
Raychel Cass, Unit Clerk
Shantell Wade-Herbert, Technical Partner PCU 3AB
Brianna McCully, LPN Materials Management
Daniel Miller, Supply Chain Associate Volunteer Services
Sharon DeVito, Visitor Concierge
EHMG
Advanced Pain Center
Latrobe
Jennifer Yuhaniak, Certified Medical Assistant Anesthesia
Westmoreland
Flanna Soliday, CRNA Cardiology
Norwin
Jennifer Mattson, Physician Family Medicine Jeannette
Lisa Mull, Patient Services Associate
Obstetrics & Gynecology
Greensburg
Megan McDonough, LPN Orthopedics & Sports Medicine Concussion
Marvel McGowan, Medical Assistant Greensburg
Erin McNamee, Lead Patient Service Associate Latrobe
Samantha Ankney, Certified Medical Assistant
Home Health & Hospice
Alexis Durst, Phlebotomist
Hunter Harper, Direct Care Partner
Valerie McClurg, Direct Care Partner
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