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June 25, 2010
Methodist Hospitals' Laboratory Services Awarded Accreditation from the Joint Commission
By demonstrating compliance with The Joint Commission's national standards for health care quality and safety, Methodist Hospitals’ laboratory services have earned The Joint Commission's Gold Seal of Approval™.

June 25, 2010
Methodist Hospitals Awarded HFAP Primary Stroke Certification
Methodist Hospitals has been awarded Primary Stroke Certification by the Healthcare Facilities Accreditation Program (HFAP), an independent, nationally recognized accreditation authority.

June 18, 2010
Methodist Hospitals Launches Innovative Spine Care Center
Methodist Hospitals and its physicians have established a Spine Care Center dedicated to the comprehensive treatment of spine-related issues.

April 21, 2010
Healthcare Workers Head Back to Haiti
Methodist Hospitals Paramedic Program Medical Director and Mobile Intensive Care System Associate Medical Director, Nicholas Johnson, MD, is heading back to Haiti for a second trip with a team of volunteers to try and aleviate some of the suffering that continues after the devastating earthquake.

April 21, 2010
Top 5%
Independent Analysis by the Leading Healthcare Ratings Organization of 5,000 Hospitals.

April 14, 2010
Pampering Breast Cancer Survivors
Spring Spa Day, an event made possible through the efforts of the Methodist Hospitals Oncology Department and a grant through the Pink Ribbon Society, provides breast cancer patients and survivors an opportunity to be educated and pampered.

March 26, 2010
Ron Harris Receives Recognition for 20 Years of Outstanding Service
His fellow coworkers call him the nighthawk.

March 25, 2010
A Second Chance
Jonathon Moore had a desire to be on stage his entire life. Acting and music have always been a passion.

March 23, 2010
Methodist Hospitals awarded three year accreditation
Methodist Hospitals has been awarded a three year term of accreditation in Mammography as the result of a recent survey by the American College of Radiology (ACR).

March 16, 2010
New Physicians
Methodist Hospitals welcomes the following physicians to the Methodist Physician Group:

March 16, 2010
Photo attached of award presentation
Methodist Hospitals receives American Stroke Association’s Get With The Guidelines Silver Performance Achievement Award.

February 25, 2010
Nurse Museum One Year Anniversary
Methodist Hospitals School of Nursing welcomed its first class in 1923 and graduated its last group of nurses in 1967.

February 22, 2010
March is Colon Cancer Awareness Month!
Colorectal cancer affects approximately 150,000 Americans each year, and is the nation's second leading cancer killer.

February 15, 2010
Methodist Hospitals completes $76 million financial turnaround in one year
In just one year, Methodist Hospitals has reversed 6 years of operating losses and posted a surplus of approximately $3.4 million in 2009.

January 18, 2010
Healthcare Workers Head to Haiti
Methodist Hospitals Paramedic Program Medical Director and Mobile Intensive Care System Associate Medical Director, Nicholas Johnson, MD, is heading to Haiti with a team of volunteers to try and aleviate some of the suffering after the devastating earthquake.

January 14, 2010
395th Combat Hospital Recognize Methodist Hospitals Partnership
Judy Strycek, RN, had no idea she would be spearheading an army training program when she joined the 395th combat support hospital as a major in 1976.

January 13, 2010
Methodist Hospitals Welcome Field Surgical Associates
We are pleased to welcome Field Surgical Associates to our Medical Staff. Field Surgical Associates offer a full range of surgical care to our Northlake patients including the latest minimally invasive and advanced laparoscopic procedures, cancer surgery, general surgery, thoracic and vascular surgical procedures.

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December 30, 2009
Methodist Hospital Employees Fulfil Holiday Wishes:
Methodist Hospitals employees made Christmas morning a little brighter for nearly 200 children.

December 30, 2009
Bundles of Joy:
Mothers who delivered at Methodist Hospitals during this holiday season were surprised to see their new born baby wrapped in a special red holiday stocking!

December 09, 2009
Emergency Medical Technician Training Programs:
The Methodist Hospitals, REGIONAL COORDINATION CENTER has begun accepting applications for enrollment in the next Emergency Medical Technician Training Programs to be held at our hospital in Gary (Midlake Campus), Portage Fire Department, and Prompt Ambulance in Highland beginning on Feb 8 and 9.

December 07, 2009
395th Combat Hospital Unit Recognition and Reunion at Methodist Hospitals - December 14th:
Judy Strycek, RN, had no idea she would be spearheading an army training program when she joined the 395th combat hospital unit in 1976.

November 20, 2009
Making a Difference:
Dr. Mridula Prasad, a Neurologist at Methodist Hospitals is an extraordinary physician.

November 18, 2009
Methodist Hospitals Free Fall Community Health Fair:
Methodist Hospitals held its Free Fall Community Health Fair on Saturday, November 7 at the Helenic Cultural Center in Merrillville, IN.

November 18, 2009
A Celebration of Heart! - 11/18 11:30 am:
Methodist Hospitals was named the Top Fundraising Hospital for the Heart Walk for the 6th year in a row! This feat would not have been accomplished without the creativity and hard work of the Methodist Hospitals Employees!

November 14, 2009
Annual Auxiliary Fundraiser:
Methodist Hospitals Auxiliary will celebrate its annual fundraiser luncheon on Saturday, November 14, 2009 at the Avalon Manor. The event, "Jazzing the Blues Away", will feature the GIII Jazz Trio.

November 06, 2009
New Executive Director Business Development:
Methodist Hospitals is pleased to announce Beth Sullivan as the new Executive Director Business Development, a newly created position that will ensure the development and achievement of the organizational mission and strategy through the effectiveness of all new business project plans and start-up.

October 30, 2009
March of Dimes event honors Ambassador Family:
On November 2nd at the Avalon Manor, Nicole Greene will have the opportunity to thank the March of Dimes and Methodist Hospitals for her miracle, her son Johnny, at the 8th annual March of Dimes Signature Chefs Tasting and Auction.

October 29, 2009
Methodist Hospitals Free Fall Community Health Fair:
Methodist Hospitals is offering the community an opportunity to take advantage of free health screenings including blood pressure, blood sugar, cholesterol, body fat analysis, bone density, oximetry and PSA screening on Saturday, November 7.

October 22, 2009
Jubilation Joy Celebration! Thursday, Oct 22:
Methodist Hospitals is proud to be an exclusive dinner sponsor of the Jubilation Joy Celebration honoring Breast Cancer Survivors.

October 20, 2009
Scoliosis, Diabetes, Stress and H1N1!:
Methodist Hospitals hosts its 22nd annual Teachers Institute Day Luncheon for the Gary and Merrillville Public School nurses, counselors and social workers on October 22, 2009.

October 16, 2009
Regional Coordination Center Continues History of Excellence!:
The Methodist Hospitals Paramedic Education Program has received accreditation through The Committee on Accreditation of Emergency Medical Services Professions (CoAEMSP).

October 12, 2009
New Ratings Just Released!:
GARY, IN (October 13, 2009) - A study issued today by HealthGrades, the leading independent healthcare ratings organization, finds that Methodist Hospitals is among the top 10 percent in the nation for Stroke care for 6 years in a row.

October 07, 2009
Breast Cancer Survivor Story for October Breast Cancer Awareness Month:
“Hearing the word Cancer is a scary experience, but Shellie made me feel like I was never alone,” stated Teddi Ferda, a Chesterton resident, as she spoke to a room full of women at Methodist Hospitals’ Healthy Night Out with the Girls Event.

September 16, 2009
Community Leaders Join Methodist Hospitals Board of Directors:
Methodist Hospitals Board of Directors is pleased to welcome three new board members; Robert E. Johnson, III, Glenn S. Vician and Reverend Cynthia Reynolds.

August 27, 2009
Scoring Above the Rest:
Each year, for the past 20 years, U.S. News & World Report releases its findings for the top hospitals in the United States. This year, Methodist Hospitals scored higher than all other NWI hospitals in 8 of the 12 categories that largely use care based data to establish score.

August 27, 2009
Creating Goodwill:
During these tough economic times, it seems that nearly everyone has had to make a new notch or two in their belts as they tighten them up.

July 31, 2009
Lifesaving Diagnosis:
When Teresa Harris brought her young son to Methodist Hospitals’ Southlake, she had no idea how serious the situation was about to become. Andrew Garcia, 9, was admitted to the Methodist Hospitals’ Southlake emergency department on April 30th.

July 29, 2009
Methodist Hospitals Partnership with Northwestern University:
Methodist Hospitals and the McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University have entered into an exciting new partnership. Post-graduate resident physicians receiving specialty training in emergency medicine from Northwestern will now be a staple in the Methodist Hospitals Northlake campus’ (Gary) emergency department.

July 28, 2009
New procedure treats back pain:
Julia Steele knew she could no longer live with the pain. Everyday for three months she had been experiencing severe pain in her lower back and leg.

July 22, 2009
Methodist Hospitals' Auxiliary Establishes Reading Room:
The pediatric unit at Methodist Hospitals Southlake Campus now has its very own “Reading Room,” thanks to Methodist Hospitals Auxiliary. Connie Hickman, President of Methodist Hospitals Auxiliary, wanted to establish the room in memory of her late husband, Robert Hickman.

June 30, 2009
Methodist Hospitals Among Top 5% of Hospitals for Women’s Health:
Gary, IN (June 30, 2009) - Methodist Hospitals today announced that it has received the 2009/2010 Women’s Health Excellence Award™ from HealthGrades, the nation’s leading independent healthcare ratings organization, based on a newly released study of patient outcomes.

June 25, 2009
Methodist Hospitals Received RISE Award:
Methodist Hospitals was honored to receive the Rural Indiana Smoke-Free Environment (RISE) Award.

June 19, 2009
Methodist Hospital patients share their success of a 1400 pound weight loss!:
Obesity is a disease that affects approximately 60 million people in the United States. We are now beginning to recognize the effects that it has on overall health.

June 6, 2009
Honoring the Spirit of Cancer Survivors:
Methodist Hospitals has invited 350 past and present cancer patients and their families to celebrate the spirit of these heroic individuals.

May 27, 2009
National Hospital Week:
Methodist Hospitals recently celebrated National Hospital Week.

May 26, 2009
Methodist Hospitals Honors Nurses:
Methodist Hospitals recognized registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, certified nurse assistants and surgical technicians during National Nurses Week.

May 22, 2009
Bariatric Surgery Patients Showcase Amazing Transformation - Saturday, May 30th:
Methodist Hospitals is hosting the 5th annual Weight Loss Surgery Style Showcase and Celebration featuring 7 bariatric surgery patients who are proud to show off their new physiques.

May 15, 2009
Rx for Indiana 'Help is Here Express' Bus Tour Comes to Gary:
GARY, Indiana (May 12, 2009) - The “Help is Here Express” bus tour will be in Gary on May 18, stopping at Methodist Hospital (North Lake) to help uninsured and financially-struggling Hoosiers access information on programs that provide prescription medications for little or no cost.

May 15, 2009
Health Fair and Physician Seminars on Swine Flu and Genetic Testing:
Methodist will provide the community with free screenings including bone density, body fat analysis, grip strength and blood draws for cholesterol and glucose.

May 01, 2009
Press Conference and VIP Open House:
Methodist Hospitals is committed to fighting the dibiliating epidemic of Stroke. Stroke is the third leading cause of death and disability in the United States. May is National Stroke Awareness Month.

April 20, 2009
Unique Art Exhibition Honoring Cancer Jouneys
Lilly Oncology on Canvas, an art exhibition honoring the journeys traveled by millions of people affected by cancer worldwide, will be on display at Methodist Hospitals Center for Advanced Clinical Studies located at 200 East 89th.

April 17, 2009
Free Event for Breast Cancer Survivors
Spring Spa Day, an event made possible through the efforts of the oncology services department at Methodist Hospitals and support through the Pink Ribbon Society, provides breast cancer patients and survivors an opportunity to be educated and pampered.

April 7, 2009
Scope It Out - Early Detection Saves Lives
Dr. Kumar Venkat will be speaking on how a colonoscopy can save your life. Colorectal cancer is 90 percent preventable and successfully treated 90 percent of the time, when detected early, yet it remains a leading cause of cancer deaths.

April 4, 2009
HIV Epidemic
The care and treatment of patients infected with HIV continues to progress with numerous significant scientific advances each year.

April 2, 2009
Methodist Hospitals Invests in New Technology
Since 1923, Methodist Hospitals has made a strong commitment to the people of Northwest Indiana and they continue to support the health of the community by investing in new technologies that give those in the region the best in preventative medicine and healthcare. Thanks to state funding, Methodist was able to invest a total of just over $36 million in patient care technology in 2008.

April 1, 2009
Methodist Hospitals Welcomes New Executives
Michael Davenport, M.D. was appointed to Chief Medical Officer/Vice President of Medical Affairs on March 9, 2009. Dr. Davenport is a physician executive who has operated in the CMO/VP role for the past 12 years at Advocate Trinity Hospital, an urban safety-net community hospital located in Chicago. Dr. Davenport earned his Bachelor of Arts degree from Yale University with a pre-med concentration. He then went on to graduate from the University of Illinois Medical School as a Doctor of Medicine. Dr. Davenport completed his internship at Cook County Hospital in Chicago.

April 1, 2009
Methodist Hospitals Welcomes New Executives
Lynda Goldman, Ph.D was appointed to Interim Vice President of Human Resources on March 9, 2009. Dr. Goldman possesses a Doctorate Degree in Human Resource Development. She has over 22 years of Human Resource experience and has recently served as the Vice President of Human Resources and Chief Learning Officer at Samaritan Health System in Watertown, NY..

March 31, 2009
Daffodils Save Lives
Daffodil Days, one of the American Cancer Society’s oldest fundraisers, is in full bloom at Methodist Hospitals. Oncology Services championed the Daffodil Days fundraiser and quickly shared their enthusiasm with the rest of the hospital. Elizabeth Sengupta, MD, Robert Woodburn, MD and Barat Barai, MD generously contributed to the fundraiser. Employees purchased five dollar stickers to wear blue jeans on February 13th; the money was donated to buy daffodils for all Oncology inpatients and outpatients.

March 26, 2009
Doctors Day
All nursing units and support service departments are encouraged to recognize the medical staff during this week, by decorating their areas and units. This is a great opportunity for us to celebrate and honor our medical staff.

March 19, 2009
Creative Fundraising Raises Money for the March of Dimes
"It was a team effort!" Stated Neonatal Intensive Care nurse Jill Biggs, when asked about the success of their cookbook fundraiser. The entire perinatal services including; Labor & Deliver, Post Partem, Nursery and Pediatrics contributed to the cookbook that was sold to raise funds for the March of Dimes. The idea, spearheaded by Marcia Ohalloran, nurse on the post parum unit, features over 600 recipes collected by the staff. The cookbook was so popular they quickly sold out of their first printing and ordered more. "We are hoping to sell the rest of the books by the day of the March for Babies Walk on April 26th." stated Jill Biggs.

March 18, 2009
Methodist Hospitals Honors Employees
Methodist Hospitals honored over 100 employees by recognizing their dedication and commitment to the mission of Methodist Hospitals. Employees were honored and recognized for their 5 year to 35 year milestone. Over 200 employees and their guest attended the banquet celebration, held at the Avalon Manor in Merrillville on Thursday, February 26.

March 17, 2009
Honoring Certified Nurses
Methodist Hospitals has invited a select group of nurses to be honored at a special luncheon for achieving and maintaining board certification. Less than 20% of american nurses are board certified. This distinction recognizes their commitment to excellence and contribution to better patient outcomes and quality helathcare.

February 25, 2009
Press Conference at Methodist Hospitals to announce partnership with IUN
Methodist Hospitals is hosting a press conference to announce their partnership with Indiana University Northwest (IUN). Methodist Hospitals has had a longstanding relationship with IUN and is now engaged in several collaborative projects with IUN.

February 23, 2009
Honoring employees - Revised
The Rewards and Recognition Banquet will recognize over 200 employees that are celebrating their milestone anniversary. Milestone anniversaries are celebrated every 5 years. Almost 70 employees are celebrating over 20 years at Methodist Hospitals. One employee will be celebrating 35 years at Methodist!

February 2, 2009
Go RED with Methodist!
Go Red for Women is a nationwide movement celebrating the energy, passion and power we have to band together and wipe out heart disease. By joining our Methodist family (men, too) on Wear Red Day, you can help support the vital research and education programs that are needed to prevent and treat cardiovascular disease. Heart disease is the #1 killer of women in the United States, but women can fight back!

January 1, 2009
Methodist Hospitals School of Nursing Museum Dedication & Ribbon Cutting
Methodist Hospitals School of Nursing welcomed its first class in 1923 and graduated its last group of nurses in 1967. Made possible by alumni and supported by the Methodist Hospitals, the Nursing Museum helps showcase the evolution of healthcare and the nursing profession during the past eight decades. Due to the diligence of the nursing alumni, this project has finally come to fruition.

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December 30, 2008
Denise Dillard honored with Community Leadership Award
Denise Dillard is the recipient of the 2008 Community Leadership Award presented by Covering Kids and Families of Indiana. She is the Vice President of Government & External Affairs with Methodist Hospitals in Gary, Indiana. Ms. Dillard has been a staunch supporter of Covering Kids & Families of Lake County for several years. Most recently, she has demonstrated her support by committing to develop and implement a plan of enrolling 10,000 Hoosiers in Lake County into Hoosier Healthwise and the Healthy Indiana Plan. Methodist Hospitals provides enrollment assistance and on site enrollment through their Financial Services Department.

December 19, 2008
Merrillville school donation to pediatric unit
Superintendent Dr. Anthony Lux along with a group of Merrillville High School students will present games, educational electronic games, computer laptops and storage shelves to the pediatric unit at Methodist Hospitals Southlake Campus on Tuesday, December 23 at 11 am.

December 5, 2008
Methodist Hospitals appoints COO
Methodist Hospitals is pleased to announce the appointment of Tony Jones as Vice President Operations of The Methodist Hospitals, Inc. The effective date of his employment will be November 10, 2008.

December 5, 2008
Methodist Hospitals appoints CNO
Methodist Hospitals is pleased to announce the appointment of Michele (Shelly) M. Major, MS as Chief Nursing Officer (CNO) of The Methodist Hospitals, Inc. The effective date of her employment will be November 3, 2008.

August 7, 2008
Methodist Hospitals Announces Appointment of New CEO
Methodist Hospitals’ Board of Directors is pleased to announce the appointment of Ian E. McFadden, FACHE as President and Chief Executive Officer of The Methodist Hospitals, Inc. The effective date of his appointment will be September 2, 2008.

July 11, 2008
America's Best Hospitals 2008
Methodist Hospitals was the only hospital in Northwest Indiana to rank in any of the 16 specialties.

April 9, 2008
Special Nutrition Seminars
Methodist Hospitals is hosting free nutrition seminars for the general public. Class size is limited and registration is required.

April 7, 2008
Free Event for Breast Cancer Survivors
Spring Spa Day, an event made possible through the efforts of the oncology services department at Methodist Hospitals and support through the Pink Ribbon Society, provides breast cancer patients and survivors an opportunity to be educated and pampered.

March 31, 2008
Neonatal Intensive Care Units (NICU) turns 20!
Twenty years, thousands of babies and Press Ganey Satisfaction scores consistently in the 98th and 99th percentile give Methodist Hospitals Neonatal Intensive Care Units (NICU) more than enough reasons to celebrate. On Thursday, April 3, Methodist Hospitals NICU celebrates its 20th anniversary!

March 13, 2008
Visitors Can Learn the Importance of Colorectal Cancer Prevention
The Super Colon, an 8-foot tall, 20-foot long replica of a human colon, is headed to Methodist Hospitals Southlake Campus, March 19 - 20, 2008, as part of the Colon Cancer Awareness Event, Scope It Out, on March 19. The event includes 2 physician seminars and colon cancer risk assessments. The event starts at 5 pm, with the physician seminars starting at 6 pm. The Super Colon zigzags across the country serving as an educational tool to teach the importance of colorectal cancer screening. Colorectal cancer is 90 percent preventable and successfully treated 90 percent of the time, when detected early, yet it remains a leading cause of cancer deaths.

March 4, 2008
The Methodist Hospitals Cancer Program has cause to celebrate!
Following a rigorous on-site evaluation, the American College of Surgeons (ACOS) Commission on Cancer has granted the Cancer Program three-year accreditation, in recognition of the services provided and quality afforded. This accreditation comes with an even higher distinction of "Accreditation with Commendation", collecting nine out of a possible nine commendations for the program's commitment to excellence.

February 20, 2008
Methodist Hospitals Northlake and Southlake Campuses Now Offers Digital Mammography: A New Ally in the Fight Against Breast Cancer
Selenia™ digital mammography from Hologic® has been added to the comprehensive diagnostic services dedicated to women and the early detection of breast cancer at Methodist Hospitals. Selenia incorporates revolutionary imaging technology that provides incredibly sharp images.

February 15, 2008
Methodist Hospitals Hosts First Obesity Symposium
Methodist Hospitals in Northwest Indiana is holding its first Obesity Symposium on Saturday, February 23 at the Avalon Manor in Merrillville, Indiana. The objective of the symposium is to provide professional staff in the community with up to date information to assist in combating obesity in Indiana.

February 13, 2008
AHA honors Methodist Hospitals Committment
The American Heart Association is presenting Claude Watts, Jr, CEO/President, Methodist Hospitals with a special award to recognize Methodist Hospitals committment to the fight against heart disease and stroke in Northwest Indiana. The award will be presented at the AHA's Heart of Gold Ball held on Saturday, Feb 16 at the RAdisson Hotel in Merrillville.

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