Ana Ruby Receives the Northwest Health – Porter Nursing Excellence Award

Ana Ruby Receives the Northwest Health – Porter Nursing Excellence Award Porter announced that Ana Ruby, RN, has been selected to receive its Nursing Excellence Award for 2023. This peer-nominated award, given in recognition of the critical role nurses play in treating our patients, was open to qualifying RNs and LPNs...

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Northwest Medical Group Welcomes New Women’s Health Nurse Practitioner

Northwest Medical Group Welcomes New Women’s Health Nurse Practitioner Northwest Medical Group recently welcomed Elizabeth Spoljoric, WHNP-BC, a board-certified nurse practitioner specializing in women’s health. Spoljoric joined the women’s health practice of Julius Ellis, M.D., and Ashley Kirkwood, M.D., at...

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Unique Program at Northwest Health – La Porte Benefits Patients with Parkinson’s Disease

Unique Program at Northwest Health – La Porte Benefits Patients with Parkinson’s Disease “We are fighting back against the symptoms of Parkinson’s disease and it gives us hope,” said Lyn Batzer, a Rock Steady Boxing program participant at Northwest Health – La Porte. Rock Steady Boxing is a program designed for people with...

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Northwest Health celebrates Doctor’s Day with a donation to the Valpo Parks Foundation in Honor of its Medical Staff

Northwest Health celebrates Doctor’s Day with a donation to the Valpo Parks Foundation in Honor of its Medical Staff It’s always special when an organization takes the time to honor its staff, but it’s even more special when an organization recognizes its team in a meaningful, long-lasting way. On Tuesday, March 28, Northwest Health- Porter made a $5,000...

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Northwest Medical Group GI Encourages Colonoscopies during National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month

Northwest Medical Group GI Encourages Colonoscopies during National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month If you’re thinking a colonoscopy is a test for old people, think again. In 2018, the American Cancer Society altered their recommendation for timing of a first-time colon cancer screening from age 50 to age 45, for those at average risk of cancer....

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Northwest Health to Present March HealthyU Event: Food, Mood & You

Northwest Health to Present March HealthyU Event: Food, Mood & You Did you know that certain foods can help your brain make chemicals to uplift your mood, improve your attention and even decrease symptoms of depression - while others can zap your energy and give you the blahs? To learn how more about how food...

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