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LECOM Health Announces Rebrand of Hospital to Complement Expansion

LECOM Health Announces Rebrand of Hospital to Complement Expansion

Erie, Pa. (February 6, 2025) — LECOM Health today unveiled LECOM Medical Center and Behavioral Health Pavilion as the new name of its local hospital during a special ceremony that took place at the Atrium at Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine. Formerly known as Millcreek Community Hospital, LECOM Medical Center and Behavioral Health Pavilion will feature a new 34,000-square-foot addition that houses a new emergency department and intensive care unit, including emergency patient rooms... Read More »

LECOM Health Corry Memorial Hospital Earns 2024 Performance Leadership Award from the Chartis Center for Rural Health

LECOM Health Corry Memorial Hospital Earns 2024 Performance Leadership Award from the Chartis Center for Rural Health

Corry, Pa. (January 7, 2025) – LECOM Health Corry Memorial Hospital today announced it has earned a 2024 Performance Leadership Award for excellence in Patient Perspective. Compiled by The Chartis Center for Rural Health, the Performance Leadership Awards recognize top quartile performance (i.e., 75th percentile or above) among rural hospitals in Quality, Outcomes and/or Patient Perspective. “Caring for our patients is chief among our priorities, so I am overwhelmed with pride for our staff at... Read More »

Corry Memorial Hospital Achieves Skin Marking in Mammography Excellence Award

Corry Memorial Hospital Achieves Skin Marking in Mammography Excellence Award

Skin markers offer a simple, effective way to improve efficacy and reduce callbacks in mammography CORRY, Pa. (April 4, 2024) — LECOM Health Corry Memorial Hospital has received the Skin Marking in Mammography Excellence Award from Beekley Medical®. Beekley Medical recognized the breast center at Corry Memorial Hospital for using the 5-Shape Beekley Skin Marking System® for clear communication and precise interpretation for the best patient care. According to Beekley Medical, five distinct shapes clearly...Read More »

Healthcare Career Expo Will Address Staffing Needs for Several Organizations in Our Region

Healthcare Career Expo Will Address Staffing Needs for Several Organizations in Our Region

LECOM is hosting an employee recruitment event May 13 to promote job opportunities at several healthcare-related organizations throughout the region ERIE, Pa. (April 4, 2024) — The Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine (LECOM) today announced plans to host a healthcare career expo in conjunction with other Erie-area health systems and healthcare-related organizations on Monday, May 13, from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the Bayfront Convention Center. Organizations interested in participating can register for...Read More »

Dr. Christopher Buzas: Plan Appropriately to Safely Experience the Solar Eclipse

Dr. Christopher Buzas: Plan Appropriately to Safely Experience the Solar Eclipse

With the upcoming solar eclipse on April 8, proper eye protection is paramount to ensuring a safe viewing experience and to get the most out of your day. LECOM Health Ophthalmologist Christopher Buzas, D.O., of LECOM Health Eye Care Center, says wearing the proper eye protection is key to making sure your eyes are safe during the total experience. Read the article below, and then watch this edition of LECOM Health Matters, where Dr. Buzas...Read More »

LECOM Health First in Erie to Offer Innovative BEAR® Implant to Treat ACL Tears

LECOM Health First in Erie to Offer Innovative BEAR® Implant to Treat ACL Tears

Implant First Innovation in ACL Tear Treatment in 30+ years; Enables Injured ACL to Heal Itself ERIE, Pa. (March 28, 2024) — LECOM Health Orthopedic Surgeon Joshua Tuck, D.O., is the first provider in Erie, Pa., to offer the BEAR (Bridge-Enhanced ACL Repair) Implant for treatment of anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) tears, one of the most common knee injuries in the U.S. The BEAR Implant is the first medical advancement to enable the body to...Read More »

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