Northwest Health – Porter Adds General and Trauma Surgeon Surgery Group
Valparaiso, IN – Northwest Health welcomes board-certified general surgeon Reuben Rutland, MD, MBA, FACS, to Northwest Medical Group. Dr. Rutland has expertise in general surgery and trauma surgery. He joined the Northwest Medical Group – General Surgery office at 85 E. U.S. Highway 6, Suite 240, where he joined the hospital’s four additional general surgeons. Dr. Rutland’s specialties include breast surgery, gallbladder surgery, hernia surgery, robotic-assisted and minimally invasive surgery,
Valparaiso Urologist shares information about prostate cancer and early detection
Valparaiso, IN - According to a recent poll from the American Cancer Society, nearly two-thirds of men aged 55-69 have not been screened for prostate cancer. As a result, the rate of advanced stage prostate cancer is on the rise for the first time in decades. Genri Pinkhasov, M.D., a urologist on the Northwest Health - Porter medical staff, says those at average risk of prostate cancer should talk with their doctor about screening around age 50. “Understanding your risk factors is one of
Northwest Health – Porter Recognizes Outstanding Staff
Valparaiso, IN – Northwest Health – Porter has announced its selections for Employee of the Year, Clinical Leader of the Year and Non-Clinical Manager of the Year, honoring individuals who were nominated by their peers for their outstanding performance and exemplary service. The winners are as follows: Employee of the Year: Kimberly Sullivan, RN A core member of the emergency department’s nursing staff, Kimberly Sullivan mentors new staff, supports nursing managers and helps lead departmental
Northwest Medical Group Adds Pulmonary and Critical Care Specialist to Valparaiso
Valparaiso, IN – Northwest Health is welcoming board-certified pulmonologist Christos Deamont, D.O. Dr. Deamont brings expertise in diagnosing and treating acute and chronic lung conditions and caring for hospitalized patients in an intensive care unit. He joined the Northwest Medical Group – Pulmonary & Critical Care office at 813 Porter Campus Drive, Suite GH, in Valparaiso. Committed to delivering quality and compassionate patient care, Dr. Deamont values a team-based approach and takes time to
Northwest Health Offers Free Seminar on Staying Strong with Good Balance
La Porte, IN – Falls are one of the leading health risks as people age, with more than one in four people age 65 and older losing balance and falling each year, according to the National Institute on Aging. The risk of falling increases with age, yet many falls can be prevented. Northwest Health – La Porte will offer a one-hour community seminar called, “Stay Steady, Stay Strong with Good Balance,” for individuals who are looking to stay active, protect their independence or simply feel steadier on their
