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Two Northwest Health hospitals received high marks for quality of care today. Northwest Health – Porter received an “A” Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade for spring 2022 and Northwest Health – La Porte received a “B”. This national distinction recognizes their achievements in protecting patients from harm and error while in the hospital. “Recognition from nationally recognized review organizations, like the Leapfrog Group, provide affirmation that our hospitals are providing excellent care for our patients... ... Read More

Have you or a loved one been diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease? The Outpatient Rehabilitation services at Northwest Health can help. On May 11, join Lisa Jongkind, MSPT, CLT, LSVT BIG, RSB coach and other members of the Northwest Health team to learn about Parkinson’s disease and the various types of therapeutic programs and treatments available to lessen symptoms for patients at any severity level. Attendees will also learn about Rock Steady Boxing provided at Northwest Health. This nationally recogni... ... Read More

Northwest Health is welcoming Joos Moerland, FNP-C, and Rachelle Hannon, FNP-C, two new primary care providers to the Northwest Medical Group – Primary Care office in Knox. Moerland and Hannon, nurse practitioners specializing in family medicine, have joined Dr. Thomas Browne and Tiffany Bowser, FNP, at 104 E. Culver Road in Knox. A resident of Starke County, Moerland has a unique background combining family medicine with years of experience in critical care at Northwest Health – Porter. He obtained his... ... Read More

Hyperbaric oxygen therapy is now offered at the Wound Care Center at Northwest Health – La Porte. Located in the medical office building at 1331 State Street, the Center added two hyperbaric oxygen chambers in March. These new chambers complement the two hyperbaric oxygen chambers offered at Northwest Health – Valparaiso. The clinicians at the Wound Center use hyperbaric oxygen (HBO) therapy to reintroduce the body's innate ability to heal chronic wounds by increasing the amount of oxygen to wounds and ... ... Read More

Northwest Health has announced the expansion of Northwest Medical Group – General Surgery into Portage. Dr. Taylor Coleman, general surgeon, and Dr. D. Owen Young, colorectal surgeon and general surgeon, will see patients at the new office, Northwest Health – Portage,  located at 3630 Willowcreek Road, Suite #4, on a part-time basis while continuing to schedule visits in their Valparaiso office as well. Dr. Coleman is a general surgeon who is experienced in a range of procedures including robotic-a... ... Read More

New Technology Helps Transform Colorectal Cancer Detection At Northwest Health – La Porte, patients receiving a colonoscopy will now have the added benefit of an enhanced screening with the aid of artificial intelligence built into a new endoscopy module. This new module employs artificial intelligence (AI) to help physicians detect polyps—a powerful new ally in the fight against colorectal cancer. The advanced AI software highlights suspicious polyps with a visual marker in real time—serving as the gas... ... Read More

Northwest Health is pleased to welcome cardiologist Hector Marchand Sr., M.D., back to Northwest Medical Group. Dr. Marchand, Sr.,  has joined Northwest Medical Group – Cardiology after practicing for many years in Valparaiso. Dr. Marchand is an experienced cardiologist proficient in treating all forms of heart disease. He also has an interest in preventive cardiology. He completed his residency in internal medicine at the Cleveland Clinic and completed his fellowship in cardiology at Emory Univers... ... Read More

The average U.S. life expectancy of 84 years means many Baby Boomers reaching age 65 have nearly two decades of life ahead. Advanced years bring more risks to your health that can impact quality of life as you age. Reuel Uy, M.D., an internal medicine physician with Northwest Medical Group, reminds us some factors like genetics are beyond your control, but healthy lifestyle choices, timely identification and management of the following common, chronic conditions can increase your odds of living a long a... ... Read More

Northwest Health – La Porte honored two caregivers this month. Roxann Fredel, R.N., is the recipient of the DAISY award for exceptional nursing and Lucas Millard is the recipient of the PETALS award for exceptional support professionals. Fredel, a nurse on the hospital’s intermediate care unit, was nominated for the DAISY award for her expertise and comforting demeanor. Patients appreciate her ability to reduce their anxiety by taking the time to explain complex procedures in a way they can understand. ... ... Read More

Northwest Health announced it is opening registration for its popular Diabetes Prevention Program. The program was developed by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), which has partnered with organizations like Northwest Health with the goal of preventing type 2 diabetes. This yearlong program, which will be held at Northwest Health – La Porte, will begin in late April/early May. The organization hopes to attract individuals who are at risk for type 2 diabetes and need assistance in makin... ... Read More