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LECOM Health Rural Health Clinics Offer Primary Care, Specialties and Walk-in Care

CORRY, Pa. (October 1, 2024) — LECOM Health Corry Memorial Hospital – the enduring first choice for regional health care – is thrilled to announce its rural health clinics in Corry, Clymer and Union City now each employ full-time nurse practitioners, along with a variety of physician specialists to treat the unique and various healthcare needs of the rural population. Corry Memorial Hospital has been recognized for providing award-winning rural health care. Featuring advanced medical... Read More »

Danielle Hansen, D.O., Named Regional President of LECOM Health

Erie, Pa. (August 28, 2024) – LECOM Health President and CEO John M. Ferretti, D.O., announced today the appointment of Danielle Hansen, D.O., to Regional President of the organization. In this newly created role, Dr. Hansen will oversee Medical Associates of Erie, Millcreek Community Hospital, Corry Memorial Hospital, and LECOM Behavioral Health, including Corry Counseling of LECOM Health and the Achievement Center of LECOM Health. “Dr. Hansen has consistently demonstrated her ability to lead successfully... Read More »

Muscle Cramp A Common Pain

Has a muscle cramp ever woken you up in the middle of the night? Or stopped you in your tracks in the middle of an activity? If you're like most people, chances are your answer is yes. Muscle cramps, or "charley horses" as they are sometimes called, are extremely common and occur when muscles involuntarily contract and cannot relax. While it is not known exactly why muscle cramps develop, there are some proven methods for...Read More »

Food Allergies: Avoiding a Holiday Hazard

As holiday parties fill the calendar, many of us may forget or neglect to consider food allergies. With a staggering 2 percent of American adults and 8 percent of American children estimated to suffer from some form of a food allergy, carelessness toward ingredients can cause more discomfort than the visiting in-laws. Because allergic reactions to food could appear within minutes or up to two hours after consumption, it is important to understand what is...Read More »

Eye Strain at Work: See the Signs

In today's workplace, the majority of people use computers and many of them experience vision problems. How can you tell if you are one of the many people suffering from eye strain? Several symptoms may appear as a result of eye strain from computer use, explains Carlo DiMarco, D.O., an osteopathic Ophthalmologist practicing in Erie, PA They include headaches, blurred vision, frequent blinking and dry eyes, just to name a few. For most people, eye...Read More »

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