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Urgent Care; when you don't want to wait
Feeling under the weather? If you find yourself down for the count this spring, our urgent care providers can treat anything ranging from a common cold to more serious spring ailments. Convenient locations in La Porte, Valparaiso and Michigan City. Walk-ins welcome. No appointment necessary. https://nwhinfo.com/UrgentCare

Caring for Our Community_2023 Community Benefit Report with Emergency Care
Our ERs deliver life-saving, medically necessary care to all patients, regardless of their ability to pay. We provided more than $79.4 million dollars of uncompensated care in 2023 for the community’s most vulnerable. See more ways we are caring for those in need in our 2023 Community Benefit Report. https://nwhinfo.com/CommunityBenefits

Community Benefit 2023_Overall Impact
Last year, we helped people get well and live healthier at more than 933,000 patient encounters. The medical care we provide is only one part of the broad impact we have that adds up to more than $433 million over the course of a year. Learn more about the many ways we are caring for our community in our 2023 Community Benefit Report.

Dr. Ellis - Fibroids
Up to 80% of women will develop fibroids in their lifetime. Watch Dr. Julius Ellis, OB-GYN with Northwest Health, discuss options for treating and potentially removing fibroids. To learn more about Dr. Ellis visit nwhinfo.com/Dr_Ellis

EMS New Rig Celebration
Emergency Medical Services recently celebrated the arrival of two new ambulances by naming and exploring the ambulances, enjoying that new ambulance smell and pushing them into the bay. Welcome to the team Shake and Bake!

#WearRedDay
Are you wearing red today? This is the 20th anniversary of the American Heart Association’s Go Red for Women initiative. On the first Friday of every February, we put on red to raise awareness that cardiovascular disease is the number one killer of American women and to remind everyone about the importance of heart health. So, put on something red today - for the women you love and for the health of women everywhere. #WearRedDay

New Bariatric and Medical Weight Loss Clinic
New Bariatric and Medical Weight Loss clinic in Valparaiso! Yesterday we celebrated the opening of this new office located in the Medical Plaza next Northwest Health – Porter hospital. Dr. Andrew Martin, bariatric and general surgeon and Dr. Kajal Puranik, obesity medicine and family medicine physician will provide surgical and medical weight loss services to those who are ready to kick-start their health and weight goals. To learn more about our services, attend a seminar or to schedule an appointment, call 219-402-5057 or visit: nwhinfo.com/bariatrics.

Northwest Health Birthing & Family Care
When expecting a baby, there is a lot to think about before your new bundle of joy arrives. Elizabeth Rutherford, MD, director of laborists at Northwest Health - Porter, discusses how the Northwest Health Birthing & Family Care Center can support expectant mothers. Learn more about our maternity care services at: nwhealthin.com/maternity-care-services

What is Cardio Oncology?
What is cardio oncology? Dr. Jessica Williams, a non-invasive cardiologist with Northwest Medical Group, discusses cardio oncology and the importance of reducing heart-related risk while receiving treatment. To learn more about Dr. Williams or to schedule an appointment, visit: nwhinfo.com/JessicaWilliamsMD

National Handwashing Awareness
Spread the word—not germs! You can keep yourself and your loved ones healthy by following these quick tips: ✔️ Wash for at least 20 seconds ✔️ Get between your fingers and under your nails ✔️ Dry your hands completely when done ✔️ Use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer if you’re on the go Watch this video for more hand washing tips from Northwest Health - Porter's Infection Preventionist, Michelle Blair, R.N. #NationalHandwashingAwarenessWeek

#Thankful
Northwest Health team members have countless reasons to be thankful this year. From family and friends to coworkers, our team members share what they are most thankful. We are grateful and thankful for each and every one of our incredible people at Northwest Health. #thankful #grateful

In honor of Pancreatic Cancer awareness month, Dr. Anish Chopra, gastroenterologist with Northwest Medical Group, discusses the Endoscopic Ultrasound and Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatogram. Combined, these procedures can lead to early detection of pancreatic cancer. To schedule an appointment with Dr. Chopra, visit: nwhinfo.com/AnishChopra

Great American Smokeout
Northwest Health joins in support of the Great American Smokeout. It is always a good time to quit smoking. If you or a loved one wants to quit smoking and need help, talk to your doctor about options. To learn more about options and resources available, call, 1-800-QUIT-NOW or visit: quitnowindiana.com. Make an appointment at: nwmedicalgroup.com/doctors-providers. #GreatAmericanSmokeout

Cardiac Computed Tomography (CT) Scan - Dr. Putnam
Cardiologist Andrew Putnam, MD, discusses Cardiac Computed Tomography (CT) Scans, what they show and why your cardiologist may want you to have one.

Dr. Dixon - Left Atrial Appendage (LAA) Closure
Know someone who suffers from atrial fibrillation? Watch as cardiac electrophysiologist, Mark Dixon, DO, shares how those who suffer from afib can benefit from a left atrial appendage (LAA) closure device. nwhinfo.com/MarkDixonDO

Valparaiso Medical Office Building Ribbon Cutting
Another milestone for the Northwest Health team! Yesterday, the Valpo Chamber helped us host a ribbon cutting and reception for the newest Northwest Medical Group location. We enjoyed visiting with the community members and staff who came out to join us. Thank you to Northwest Health leadership and Holladay Properties for bringing this impressive facility at 2505 Calumet Avenue in Valpo!