June 2, 2022 | Volume 5 | Issue 11
Top Stories Graduation Album
Now Accepting 2022 Graduation Album Submissions
Excela Health Orthopedic Surgeons Named Among Nation’s ‘Rising Stars’ and Top Doctors
Community Liver Alliance DeLIVERing Hope
Baseline Impact Testing
21st Annual Freedom 5K for Heart
In Every Edition Kudos & Recognition, Page 5
Two members of the Excela Health Orthopedics and Sports Medicine team have received national and regional honors within their specialty, as ranked by Castle Connolly. For the second year in a row, orthopedic surgeon Daniel F. Leigey, MD, has been named among the Castle Connolly Rising Stars™ -described as early career doctors recognized for their outstanding accomplishments and dedication. Separately, fellow orthopedic surgeon Lance Brunton, MD, has been named among Castle Connolly’s Top Doctors in the Pittsburgh metro market. Both Dr. Leigey and Dr. Brunton are recognized publicly in Pittsburgh Magazine, which showcases the Castle Connolly regional listings annually.
New Faces, Page 6 to 7
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Three-Time Honoree, Excela Health Maternity Center Ranked Among Nation’s Best for Exemplary Care For the third consecutive year, the Family Additions Maternity Center at Excela Health Westmoreland Hospital is featured in “America’s Best Maternity Hospitals” produced by Newsweek, which publishes the honor roll annually. Excela Health obstetrician Randi Turkewitz, MD, FACOG, speaking on behalf of her colleagues within the OB/GYN practice, “I am so proud of our department for always looking for ways to improve outcomes and reach meaningful quality metrics that improve the lives of our patients. Expectant mothers and their families can be assured that they are in expert hands throughout their pregnancy and beyond, as our clinicians provide the most up-to-date evidence-based care.”
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Spinach, Walnut & Goat Cheese Salad with Raspberry Vinaigrette Recipe Dawn Davoli, Registered Dietitian, will teach you to make your own salad dressing at home with six simple ingredients. Raspberries are full of antioxidants, potassium, and fiber. They can even help lower blood pressure. When making this dressing, try to use a high quality olive oil. You can also choose to substitute honey for maple syrup as a vegan alternative. When crafting your salad for your homemade dressing, try experimenting with different greens to change it up!
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June 2, 2022 | Volume 5 | Issue 11
2022 Graduation Album Submissions Do you have a graduate at home you want to recognize or are you one yourself? Submit your information to be included in the 2022 Graduation Album! Information will be shared via a special edition of Insight – to be released in the summer of 2022. Although this is an internal publication, there is a possibility that it can be accessed publicly.
Graduation Album
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What is Preeclampsia?
Pride Month is a time to celebrate, educate and elevate. Excela Health is a proud ally to the LGBTQ+ community. We offer a welcoming environment for individuals regardless of race, religion, sexual orientation or gender identity.
Preeclampsia is a pregnancy and postpartum medical condition involving high blood pressure and protein in a woman’s urine. Pregnancy is an exciting time but with rapid changes over the course of nine months, it can be challenging and scary. Your OB/GYN team is there to support you and answer questions as you navigate this journey. Preeclampsia is a medical condition that can develop in pregnancy and postpartum that shouldn't be ignored.
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Community Liver Alliance DeLIVERing Hope Dr. Rupam Sharan, Excela Health Gastroenterologist, invites Excela Health employees to support the Community Liver Alliance. The Community Liver Alliance’s new awareness campaign DeLIVERing Hope is a flower sale that provides an opportunity for employees to receive a vibrant bouquet of Sunflowers for a $20 donation. Every bunch gives back through the ability to raise awareness of the prevalence of liver disease and the disparities that exist among vulnerable populations. The funds raised are invested right back into the community through education, support services and life-saving research. Order your flowers by June 30 and your bunches will be available for pick up at Excela Square at Norwin or Excela Square at Latrobe on July 29, from 5 to 7 pm. in the parking lot!
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Baseline Impact Testing Testing will be offered in the office for kids age 5 to 9 years and youth 10 to 18 years of age from June 6 through August 5. Testing is not covered by insurance and a payment of $25 is due at the time of service. You will receive a print out of the pediatric or standard version of the ImPACT™ test for your records.
Learn More To make an appointment for a Baseline ImPACT™ test please call 724-689-1070. Be sure to mention Baseline Testing when calling. This is different than a standard concussion appointment. Due to COVID-19 procedures, patients and one guardian are permitted in the office at the time of testing and are required to wear a mask.
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June 2, 2022 | Volume 5 | Issue 11
21st Annual Freedom 5K for Heart
EAP Update: Sleep Essentials
Join Dr. Larry DeNino, Excela Health Cardiologist, for the 21st Annual Freedom 5K for Heart. The 5K will take place on July 4, 2022 at Lynch Field. Virtual running is also available for those who can't come in person.
The sleep holds high importance on your overall health! This seminar explores strategies to start a healthy bedtime routine to help you reduce stress and improve your well-being.
The dollars raised from the Freedom 5K will help the American Heart Association to save lives from heart disease and stroke…. today, tomorrow and for years to come.
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Your Employee Assistance Program can provide free, confidential, and independent support as well as assistance on any of the work, personal, and family challenges that life may bring.
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Kudos & Recognition Excela Health Westmoreland Hospital “I met literal angels tonight at Excela Health Westmoreland Hospital in Greensburg. Their staff went over, above, and beyond the call of duty for my son and I tonight. As a parent of a special needs child, I highly recommend them! From the start, Samantha and her helper were amazing. Calm, understanding and very caring. The love these amazing women put into their profession was more than admirable. Absolute heroes in my book. We need more humans like you in this world. From the bottom of my heart, thank you!” Facebook
National Safety Month | National Cancer Survivors Day, 6/5 | CNA Week, 6/6 to 6/12 | National Metabolic and Bariatric Nurses Day, 6/10 | Men’s Health Week, 6/15 to 6/21 | National Nursing Assistant Week, 6/17 to 6/24 | Health Risk Management Week, 6/21 to 6/25
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New Faces: Welcome to Excela Health Frick Hospital
Food and Nutrition Services YuVawn Brown, Culinary Specialist Laboratory Services Elizabeth Keefer, Laboratory Technologist Patient Transport Logan Mutnansky, Transporter Progressive Care Unit Peter Billey, Technical Partner
Latrobe Hospital
Emergency Department Taylor Crouch, Technical Partner Lauren Willner, Technical Partner Environmental Services Paul Reding, Environmental Services Technician Intern Food and Nutrition Services Billy Kelly, Culinary Specialist Laboratory Services Amanda Hakel, Phlebotomist Geona Kuzemczak, Phlebotomist Medical Surgical Unit 5FL Morgan Penrose, Technical Partner Nursing Pool Anna Ingalls, Technical Partner Marshall Kalning, Technical Partner Amelea Steffy, Technical Partner Perioperative Administration Deborah Lenhart, Unit Clerk
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Westmoreland Hospital
Accounting/Finance Abby Lohr, Administrative Intern Nichole Rose, Accounting Clerk Clinical Nutrition Alexandra Battaglia, Clinical Dietitian Education Kimberly Ferry, Professional Development Manager Emergency Department Steven McKay, BSN Gail Santone, BSN Environmental Services Paul Otroba, Environmental Services Technician Food and Nutrition Services Erin Schulte, Nutrition Services Specialist Information Technology Ryan Miller, Support Center Analyst Laboratory Services Kristin Glance, Phlebotomist Zena Jawad, Laboratory Technologist Medical Surgical Unit 4D Rachael Bailey, Technical Partner Kelsy Levendosky, Technical Partner Hunter Milligan, Technical Partner Paige Pickford, Technical Partner Nursing Pool Ashley Cyparski, Technical Partner Outpatient Rehabilitation Keith Berkebile, Rehabilitation Technician Natalie Maver, Rehabilitation Technician Erin Przybylinski, Rehabilitation Technician Patient Transport David Burda, Patient Transporter Randolph Nelson, Patient Transporter Bethany Powers, Patient Transporter PCU 1D Abigail Claus, Technical Partner Emma Fraicola, Technical Partner Christina Mulloy, Technical Partner Asiah Young-Atwell, LPN PCU 2AB David Huffman Jr., Technical Partner Emma Jones, Technical Partner Hailey Worsham, Technical Partner
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New Faces: Welcome to Excela Health Westmoreland Hospital Cont.
PCU 2D Rylee Donaldson, Technical Partner Haley Knedeisen, Technical Partner Douglass Prentice, Technical Partner Veronica Scanlan, Technical Partner PCU 3D/3E Joula Anderson, Technical Partner Pharmacy John Breisinger, Pharmacist Makayla Kimmick, Pharmacy Technician Nichol Kostek, Pharmacy Technician Amanda McClurg, Pharmacy Technician Cameron Polczynski, Pharmacy Technician Respiratory Care Services Shelby Brezo, Respiratory Assistant- Student Megan Carbaugh, System Float Certified Respiratory Therapist Anna Deabenderfer, Certified Respiratory Therapist Sebrina Grimm, Respiratory Assistant- Student Volunteer Services Evelyn Czuszak, Visitor Concierge
Excela Health Medical Group
Admin Float Pool Serena Chapman, Patient Services Associate Advanced Pain Center Frick Cheryl Keefer, Patient Services Associate Latrobe Lucas Sweeney, Patient Services Associate Ear, Nose & Throat (ENT) Samantha Little, Patient Services Associate Family Medicine Connellsville Brendan Little, Patient Services Associate Excela Square at Frick Jessica Lewis, Medical Assistant Debra Tate, Patient Services Associate Excela Square at Latrobe Aleecia Zufall, LPN Ligonier Laura Rohrbaugh, Certified Medical Assistant Obstetrics and Gynecology Greensburg Michele Palladino-Albright, Patient Services Associate Ashley Sanchez, Physician Assistant Orientation Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Alexis Baluch, Patient Services Associate Alexa Beighley, Patient Services Associate Karen Heitman, Patient Services Associate Primary Care Mountain View Tracy Perleberg, Patient Services Associate
Home Care & Hospice
Home Care Chelsi Iarussi, Direct Care Partner Victoria King, Direct Care Partner Home Health Amber Dudash, Home Health Aide Occupational Therapy Allison Hough, Occupational Therapist
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