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Conemaugh Health System Offering Monoclonal Antibody Treatment for COVID-19 Patients
September 15, 2021Conemaugh Health System continues to offer casirivimab and imdevimab monoclonal antibody therapy for treatment of non-hospitalized patients with a mild or moderate case of COVID-19. Developed by pharmaceutical company Regeneron Pharmaceuticals, Inc., the drug received emergency use authorization (EUA) from the Food and Drug Administration (FDA).Monoclonal antibodies are…
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Conemaugh Diabetes Institute Awarded National Council on Health, Physical Activity, and Disability Grant
September 15, 2021The Conemaugh Diabetes Institute has been awarded a grant from the National Council on Health, Physical Activity and Disability (NCHPAD) to increase inclusivity awareness and recruitment for the National Diabetes Prevention Program (NDPP). According to the Centers for Disease Control, 25 percent of the adults in Pennsylvania have a disability and 43 percent have obesity…
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Conemaugh Physician Group – OB/GYN Earns Pediatric Echocardiography Reaccreditation by IAC
September 01, 2021Conemaugh Physician Group - OB/GYN located in Johnstown, was awarded a three-year term of accreditation by the Intersocietal Accreditation Commission (IAC) in Echocardiography in the area of fetal medicine. An echocardiogram is a noninvasive ultrasound study that is commonly used to evaluate heart structure and function.Each year more than 35,000 infants in the United…
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Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center Recognized by American Heart Association for Efforts to Improve Cardiovascular Treatment
August 30, 2021Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center has received three American Heart Association Achievement Awards for implementing quality improvement measures that ensure cardiovascular patients receive efficient and coordinated care, ultimately leading to more lives saved, shorter recovery times and fewer returns to the hospital.Nearly half of all adults in the U.S. have experienced…
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Conemaugh School of Allied Health Graduates 14 Students
August 27, 2021In recent weeks, the Conemaugh School of Allied Health graduated 14 medical professionals, many of whom will continue to serve the local community. Of the recent graduates, eight completed training at the School of Histotechnology and six trained at the School of Surgical Technology. Among the Histotechnology graduates, two have decided to continue their careers with…
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Conemaugh Diabetes Institute to Host Diabetes Prevention Program on September 2
August 27, 2021The Conemaugh Diabetes Institute will offer a Diabetes Prevention Program starting on Thursday, September 2, at 5 p.m. The evidence-based educational session is recognized by the Centers for Disease Control and will be taught by diabetes educators and lifestyle coaches to individuals who are at high-risk for diabetes. This week, the U.S. Preventative Services Task Force…
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Conemaugh Nason Medical Center Welcomes Tarun Tandon, MD to the Cardiology Cath Lab
August 26, 2021Conemaugh Nason Medical Center recently welcomed Tarun Tandon, MD to its team. Dr. Tandon joined Cardiology Associates of Altoona and will be performing cardiology cath lab procedures at the hospital. Dr. Tandon, a native of India, completed his medical education at Maharashtra Institute of Medical Education and Research in India. He completed fellowships in Internal…
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Conemaugh Miners Medical Center Named Screening Center of Excellence by GO2 Foundation for Lung Cancer
August 17, 2021Conemaugh Miners Medical Center has been named a Screening Center of Excellence by the GO2 Foundation for Lung Cancer for its ongoing commitment to responsible lung cancer screening. Low dose CT screening for lung cancer carried out safely, efficiently and equitably can save tens of thousands of lives a year by finding lung cancer early when it is most treatable and even…
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Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center to Host Community Blood Drive August 27
August 17, 2021As the nation continues to face a critical blood shortage, Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center will host a community blood drive on Friday, August 27, from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the hospital’s main campus in Johnstown. Donors who sign up will receive a free 4-month special offer to Apple Music. The American Red Cross has an emergency need for lifesaving blood…
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Conemaugh Nason Medical Center to Implement Visitor Restrictions on Monday
August 13, 2021Effective Monday, August 16, Conemaugh Nason Medical Center will implement visitor restrictions in response to the recent increase in COVID-19 cases in the community. Visiting hours will be reduced and restricted as follows: Inpatients will be limited to two adult visitors Inpatient visitors are welcome between 9 a.m. and 11 a.m., 5 p.m. and 7 p.m. and one hour before…
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Three Local Students Complete SupremEd Summer Program at Conemaugh Health System
August 04, 2021This week, three local students completed Conemaugh Health System’s SupremEd (summer pre-med) six-week experience. The program offers college students (ages 18 and over) considering a career as a physician the opportunity to gain experience in a premier tertiary care, regional referral hospital. Participants learn about the educational journey of becoming a…
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The Society for Maternal-Fetal Medicine and the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists Publish Updated Guidance on COVID-19 Vaccination During Pregnancy
August 02, 2021On Friday, The Society for Maternal-Fetal Medicine and the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists published updated recommendations that strongly encourage pregnant people to be vaccinated against COVID-19. The previous recommendation urged pregnant patients to discuss vaccination with their…
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Nine Local Students Complete Mentoring in Medicine Program at Conemaugh Health System
July 29, 2021This week, nine students from local colleges will complete their training in Conemaugh Health System’s Mentoring in Medicine program. Now in its 18th year, the program is a 10-week summer experience for undergraduate students interested in pursuing their medical education to become physicians. Since its inception, 174 students have participated in the program, which…
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Conemaugh Health System Earns Three Year CT Scan Accreditation from American College of Radiology
July 28, 2021The Conemaugh East Hills Outpatient Center, located in Johnstown, was awarded a three-year term of accreditation in computed tomography (CT) after a review was performed by The American College of Radiology (ACR). CT scans are crucial to the diagnosis of a patient, as it can detect fractures, tumors, heart disease, or many other serious internal injuries. Experts of CT…
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Conemaugh School of Allied Health Graduates 19 Medical Laboratory Science and Radiologic Technology Professionals
July 28, 2021In recent weeks, the Conemaugh School of Allied Health graduated 19 medical professionals, many of whom will continue to serve the local community. Among the recent graduates, ten completed training at the School of Medical Laboratory Science and nine trained at the School of Radiologic Technology. Both programs have a 100 percent job placement rate. The 1889…
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Conemaugh Health System Celebrates Cultural & Ethnic Diversity as Olympic Games Begin in Tokyo
July 23, 2021With the 2020 Olympic Games Opening Ceremonies and Parade of Nations beginning today in Tokyo, Japan, Conemaugh Health System is celebrating the vibrant cultural and ethnic diversity represented throughout the health system and encouraging providers and personnel to actively support their native country’s Olympic athletes. "As one of the largest and most diverse…
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Crichton Rehabilitation Center Celebrates 25th Anniversary
July 12, 2021Conemaugh Health System executives and community leaders gathered at Crichton Rehabilitation Center to celebrate the facility’s 25th year providing care to patients in Johnstown. Officials participated in a ribbon cutting ceremony to unveil the facility’s newly renovated private rooms, made possible by Duke LifePoint Healthcare’s ongoing investment in…
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Conemaugh Health System to Host Laurel Highlands Coaches Clinic
July 08, 2021Conemaugh Health System, in collaboration with the 1889 Foundation and Lee Initiatives, will host the Laurel Highlands Coaches Clinic on Saturday, July 31, at the Holiday Inn in Downtown Johnstown from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. A variety of presenters will share knowledge and tools to help prevent and manage injuries in youth sports. The clinic is limited to the first 150…
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Conemaugh Physician Group – Obstetrics and Gynecology Welcomes Bahige Arida, MD, FACOG
July 06, 2021Conemaugh Physician Group – Obstetrics and Gynecology recently welcomed Bahige Arida, MD, FACOG to its team. Dr. Arida will provide outpatient care at Conemaugh Physician Group – OB/Gyn located at 1111 Franklin St., Johnstown, and inpatient care at Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center. Dr. Arida specializes in gynecological care, labor and delivery, post-partum…
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Conemaugh School of Nursing Graduates 39 Student Nurses
July 01, 2021Last night, the Conemaugh School of Nursing graduated 39 students at a commencement ceremony held at 1st Summit Arena. This year marks the 125th anniversary of the program, which has graduated more than 4,165 student nurses since its founding. Among the 39 graduates, two dozen have committed to stay at the Conemaugh Health System in various roles throughout the…
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