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19th Annual 'Pay 4 Play' on WQXA 105.7 THE X Raised $404,895.63 for Penn State Health Golisano Children’s Hospital, Sets New Fundraising Record
The 19th annual People’s Pay 4 Play on WQXA-FM 105.7 THE X, held Nov. 20 and 21, raised $404,895.63 for Children’s Miracle Network at Golisano Children’s Hospital at Penn State Health […]
Read MoreWQXA 105.7 THE X Hosts “Pay 4 Play” to support Penn State Health Golisano Children’s Hospital
Nipsey, Jen Shade and Vince of The People’s Morning Show on WQXA-FM 105.7 THE X will host the 19th annual People’s Pay 4 Play beginning Thursday, Nov. 20 at 6 […]
Read MoreThrough their own lens: Childhood cancer survivors find healing with Photo Voice
The life of a two-year-old should be simple, playful and trusting. For Monica Henderson, her toddler years looked different. In 2001, she was diagnosed with rhabdomyosarcoma, an aggressive soft-tissue tumor. […]
Read MoreTom Golisano commits $50 million to Penn State Health Children’s Hospital
Penn State Health and Penn State College of Medicine announced today a transformative $50 million gift from philanthropist, entrepreneur and civic leader Tom Golisano to name its nationally recognized Children’s Hospital and propel the health system’s vision to expand its cutting-edge, multidisciplinary pediatric care hub.
Read MoreCommunity members offer philanthropic support for new Penn State Health Cancer Center at Hampden Medical Center
Leadership gifts from several community members help to support the new Penn State Health Cancer Center at Hampden Medical Center.
Read MoreLatest Research
IBD Research Symposium brings national experts, Penn State investigators together
The annual Penn State College of Medicine Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) Research Symposium was held this year at the Hershey Country Club on Friday, Oct. 10.
Read MoreCollege of Medicine faculty secure major research awards to advance diagnosis, treatment and prevention across key health conditions
Penn State College of Medicine research teams recently received national funding awards to advance innovation in diagnostics, therapeutic research and sleep health.
Read MoreNew detailed brain growth atlas in mice offers insights into brain development
This is the first high-resolution brain growth chart to explain changes of key brain cell types in the developing mouse brain, led by a team at Penn State College of Medicine and the Allen Institute for Brain Science.
Read MoreTen College of Medicine students compete in national AMA Research Challenge
Ten Penn State College of Medicine students have been selected to compete in the 2025 American Medical Association Research Challenge.
Read MoreBeat Childhood Cancer Research Consortium at Penn State College of Medicine and Aminex Therapeutics announce national clinical trial for pediatric patients with high-risk cancers
Researchers at Penn State College of Medicine, in collaboration with Aminex Therapeutics, Inc., today announced the start of a national pediatric clinical trial to evaluate an investigational treatment for children and young adults with neuroblastoma, central nervous system (CNS) tumors and sarcomas.
Read MoreLatest Medical Minutes
The Medical Minute: Latest treatment options offer relief from seizures for people with epilepsy
Epilepsy affects 456,000 children and nearly 3 million adults in the U.S. Penn State Health epilepsy experts say new treatments can help reduce seizures and improve patients’ quality of life.
Read MoreThe Medical Minute: 5 top tips for skiing safely this winter
Get slope-ready before ski season! A Penn State Health orthopedic surgeon shares five top tips to help you avoid injury and make the most of your time on the mountain.
Read MoreThe Medical Minute: My house is babyproofed – or is it? 5 hidden dangers lurking in plain sight
Even the most careful parents can miss hidden hazards at home. A Penn State Health trauma prevention expert shares the top five dangers that put babies and toddlers at risk.
Read MoreThe Medical Minute: Why are my ears ringing? What to know about tinnitus and other hearing problems
Tinnitus is a symptom of hearing loss that causes ringing, buzzing or other sounds. A Penn State Health audiology expert explains how to prevent tinnitus and other hearing problems.
Read MoreThe Medical Minute: E-bike and e-scooter injuries are on the rise in kids. What every parent should know.
Emergency departments nationwide are seeing more kids seriously hurt – or worse – on e-bikes and e-scooters. A Penn State Health pediatric trauma expert shares smart safety tips every parent should know.
Read MoreLatest Education
Hussaini and Ravi recognized for Exceptional Moments in Teaching
Zeba Hussaini, MD, faculty member, and Sreeram Ravi, MD, resident, were recognized through the “Exceptional Moments in Teaching” program for the month of December.
Read MoreMedical student honored with national APHA award for global health research
Isabella (“Bella”) Dunn, a third-year medical student and Global Health Scholar at Penn State College of Medicine, has been selected as a recipient of the 2025 American Public Health Association Cancer Forum Health Equity Award in Global Health.
Read MoreCollege of Medicine students launch College's first-ever global health case competition
Penn State College of Medicine students brought global health learning to a new level this fall by organizing the College’s inaugural global health case competition.
Read MoreCollege of Medicine to raise student emergency assistance funds on GivingTuesday
Penn State will celebrate its eleventh GivingTuesday on Dec. 2 — and the College of Medicine invites alumni and friends to be a part of the event by making a gift to support students through the college’s emergency assistance funds and the Lion’s Pantry.
Read MoreGraduate and Postdoctoral Career Day connects students, postdocs and alumni
Penn State College of Medicine hosted its 13th biennial Graduate and Postdoctoral Career Day on Oct. 24 and 25 at the University Conference Center
Read MoreLatest Patient Care
Penn State Health hospitals recognized in latest Leapfrog report on patient safety
Penn State Health’s continued commitment to patient safety has earned all five of its hospitals high marks from The Leapfrog Group, recognizing them among the safest hospitals in the U.S.
Read MorePenn State Health performs region’s first minimally invasive repair for complex aortic aneurysms
Milton S. Hershey Medical Center is the first hospital in central Pennsylvania to offer TAMBE, a minimally-invasive alternative to open-chest and abdominal surgery for complex aortic aneurysms.
Read MoreMilton S. Hershey Medical Center earns national accreditation for excellence in surgical oncology care
Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center has been recognized by the American College of Surgeons as a Surgical Quality Partner through participation in the organization’s Commission on Cancer.
Read MorePenn State Health Lancaster Medical Center earns 2024 Leapfrog Top Hospital Award for outstanding quality, safety
Penn State Health Lancaster Medical Center has been named a Top General Hospital by the Leapfrog Group, just one of three hospitals in Pennsylvania to earn that designation and the […]
Read MoreSt. Joseph Medical Center recognized for exceptional maternity care
Ratings from U.S. News & World Report single out hospitals offering high-quality labor and delivery services Penn State Health St. Joseph Medical Center has been honored as a High Performing […]
Read MoreLatest Ask Us Anything About
Ask Us Anything About… Enlarged Prostates
There are more treatment options than ever for enlarged prostate, according to Dr. Jaime Herrera Caceres, a urologist at Penn State Health's Hampden Medical Center and Holy Spirit Medical Center.
Read MoreAsk Us Anything About… Stomach Pain
We all have stomach pains from time to time. But how can we pinpoint the cause and determine when it may be serious and warrant medical attention?
Read MoreAsk Us Anything About… RSV in Children
We’ve been hearing a lot about RSV -- or respiratory syncytial virus -- lately. While cases are reported every year, an early influx of cases -- and of hospitalizations, including among children -- is adding to concern this year. We find out what parents need to know from Dr. Jessica Ericson, a pediatric infectious diseases physician, and Dr. Duane Williams, a pediatric critical care physician -- both of Penn State Health Children's Hospital.
Read MoreAsk Us Anything About... Knee Problems
Approximately a quarter of all adults suffer from knee pain. We learn more about the causes of and treatments for a range of knee ailments from two Penn State Health orthopedic surgeons: Dr. Charles Davis and Dr. Aman Dhawan.
Read MoreAsk Us Anything About... Bladder Cancer
Bladder cancer is relatively common, with some 80,000 cases diagnosed each year in the U.S. Dr. Matthew Kaag, clinical vice chair in the Department of Urology at Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center, provides insights about risk factors, symptoms and treatments and answers viewers questions.
Read MoreLatest Community
Fall Drug Take-Back Day collects more than 700 pounds of medications
Penn State Health exceeded last spring’s Drug Take-Back Day numbers by more than 100 pounds during National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day on Oct. 25. Community members dropped off 702 pounds of medications […]
Read MoreOn the front lines of care: Penn State Health trains police to support people with mental illness
Penn State Health and the Pennsylvania State Police team up to train cadets in responding to mental health and addiction crises through a workshop with real-world simulations.
Read MoreDispose of medications safely on National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day Oct. 25
Penn State Health will collect unwanted, unneeded or expired medications, needles and syringes for safe disposal on Saturday, Oct. 25, as part of National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day.
Read MoreA fresh start: Penn State Health's Veggie Rx program offers a recipe for wellness
The Veggie Rx program created by Penn State Health and Penn State College of Medicine helps people improve their health through food, offering nutrition education and vouchers for fresh produce.
Read MoreA beacon of hope and healing
For decades, Jeanette Van Deusen, 52, had health insurance through her job. After her husband’s death, she returned to her hometown in central Pennsylvania to be near family. However, she […]
Read MoreLatest People
Penn State Health names new chief information officer
Penn State Health has appointed Dennis Sutterfield as senior vice president and chief information officer, a pivotal step in the health system’s journey to become a more agile, data-driven and […]
Read MoreMichele Szkolnicki named ACHE Regent
Michele Szkolnicki, senior vice president and chief nursing officer at Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center, has been honored with the Senior-Level Healthcare Executive Regent designation by the American College of Healthcare Executives.
Read MoreA lasting tribute: Portrait honors legacy of Dr. Rodrigue Mortel, pioneering leader and educator
A portrait and plaque honoring the life and legacy of Rodrigue Mortel, MD, humanitarian and longtime Penn State College of Medicine faculty member, Penn State Health physician and founding director of Penn State Cancer Institute, has been installed in the Cancer Institute’s lobby near the infusion clinic.
Read MoreTammy Derk named vice president of Penn State Health Children’s
Penn State Health has named Tammy Derk as its new administrative vice president of Penn State Health Children's services, bringing more than 30 years of leadership experience in pediatric health care to the role.
Read MoreWhitney appointed accreditation commissioner for national physician assistant education organization
Larissa Whitney, DBA, MHS, PA-C, assistant dean and program director of the Physician Assistant Program and assistant professor of emergency medicine, has been selected to serve a three-year term as a commissioner with the Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant.
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