Christine Lomiguen, M.D., and Mark Terrell, Ed.D., Present at MSCHE
Christine M Lomiguen, M D , MSMEd, Assistant Professor of Pathology and Medical Education, and Ph D candidate in Medical Education, and Dr Mark Terrell, Assistant Dean for Medical Education, presented their work titled "Sustaining Interest in Health Professions Education through Clinical and Research Immersion Experiences" at the Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE) Annual Conference in December 2024 in Philadelphia.
Welcome Duane Ehredt, Jr., D.P.M., FACFAS, as Dean of LECOM School of Podiatric Medicine
LECOM enthusiastically welcomes Dr Duane Ehredt, Jr , to his new and estimable leadership role as Clinical Professor and Dean of LECOM School of Podiatric Medicine Dr Ehredt hails from Kent State University College of Podiatric Medicine, where he served previously as Associate Professor, Division of Foot and Ankle Surgery and Biomechanics He holds admissions privileges at the Cleveland Clinic Foundation, University Hospitals of Cleveland, and an array of other affiliations
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LECOM Partners with Cleveland Browns to donate $5,000 to Cleveland MUNY Football Leagues
Oncology Club Organizes Donation Drive for UPMC Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh
The LECOM Oncology Club organized a donation drive for UPMC Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh Donations supported the hospital’s snack cart, which provides children and their families easy access to snacks and small comfort items during their stay.
A proud partner of the Cleveland Browns, LECOM recently partnered with them to donate $5,000 to Cleveland MUNY Football Leagues for the purchase of AEDs.
Third-year Pharmacy student Sareen Mustafa and former Vice President of Marketing and Communications Matt Bresee represented LECOM at the ceremony Browns cornerback Denzel Ward hosted players and coaches for a game of flag football followed by a pizza party with CHOMPS the mascot.
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LECOM Seton Hill
ACOS and SAOAO Host PostOp Gift Bag Event
LECOM at Seton Hill’s American College of Osteopathic Surgeons (ACOS) and SAOAO Clubs hosted a Post-Op Gift Bag Event in December. Members of both clubs packaged and distributed post-op gift bags to surgical patients at Independence Health. The bags included handwritten “Get Well Soon” cards, word puzzle books, pens, toys, and more.
Sarah Williard, OMS-III, Elected 2025 SAOAO National Vice President
Student Osteopathic Medicine Association (SOMA) Holds
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nonperishable items Student volunteers helped gather and transport donations, with a gift card raffle encouraging participation
Both Erie and Seton Hill SAOAO Chapters were represented at this year’s fall National Student American Osteopathic Academy of Orthopedics (SAOAO) meeting in Boston Sarah Williard, OMS-III, from LECOM at Seton Hill was elected the 2025 SAOAO National Vice President She also won third place for her poster, “Atypical Presentation of Multiple Myeloma: A Case for Ultrasound Evaluation of a Lytic Scalp Lesion in the Emergency Department ”
SIGN Club Participates in Jared Box P
In December, LECOM at Seton Hill’s SIGN Club assembled gift boxes for children in local hospitals as part of the Jared Box Project, honoring a brave boy in Pennsylvania who battles cancer Members organized age-specific gifts, decorated boxes, and added encouraging messages
LECOM Elmira
Students Volunteer at Rochester Regional Hospital
By volunteering for the Scrubs Club at Rochester Regional Hospital, LECOM at Elmira students are inspiring the next generation of healthcare professionals by providing mentorship and handson learning opportunities.
Students Pack Gifts with Artic League
LECOM at Elmira students brought the holiday spirit to life by helping pack Christmas gifts with the Arctic League, a nonprofit organization dedicated to ensuring that no child in Chemung County goes without gifts on Christmas.
LECOM Bradenton
Senior Living Center Employees Visit School of Dental Medicine
Occupational and physical therapists from the LECOM Senior Living Center taught students from Bradenton’s School of Dental Medicine how to move patients from wheelchair to dental chair using sliding board and pivot board transfers. Additionally, they discussed diseases and the management of transitions for older adults with cognitive, hearing, vision, and dexterity deficits. This was done as a part of the LIGHT Program, which focuses on training and educating students on geriatric sensitivity and working with older adults.
SOIMA Wins American College of Osteopathic Internists (ACOI) Holiday Contest
LECOM Bradenton’s Student Osteopathic Internal Medicine Club (SOIMA) celebrated the holiday season by taking part in the ACOI Gingerbread House Decorating Contest, where they were honored as co-winners alongside OSUCOM.
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Danielle Hansen, D.O., Participates in Manufacturer & Business Association’s Healthcare Leadership Panel
On Feb. 19, the Manufacturer & Business Association hosted a 2025 Executive Speaker Series – Healthcare Leadership Panel. Danielle Hansen, D.O., MS, MHSA, Regional President of LECOM Health, Christopher C. Clark, D.O., MHA, President of AHN Saint Vincent Hospital, and Brian Durniok, President of UPMC Hamot and President of the Northwest PA and Western New York markets shared valuable leadership strategies
LECOM Health welcomes Alan Kidon, D P M , a board-certified podiatric surgeon specializing in Forefoot and Rearfoot/ Reconstructive Surgery, certified by the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery
Clinical Practice of LECOM Institute for Successful Living: (814) 868-2200 Rural Health Clinic of Wattsburg: (814) 737-0833
LECOM Health Partners with Jefferson Educational Society for Lecture Series
As part of the Jefferson Educational Society Lecture Series, Matthew C Becker, M D , provided insights on preventative care, how the heart is connected to many health conditions, warning signs, and just how "gnarly" blood clots can be
Carleen Cho, M D , shared information about common vascular problems such as Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD), carotid stenosis, abdominal aortic aneurysms and venous disease, as well as treatments available
Anthony Colonna, D P M , is now seeing patients at the Clinical Practice of LECOM Institute for Successful Living: (814-868-2200), as well as Clymer Rural Health Clinic (716-3552248) and LECOM Health Meadville (814-7241030
Katelyn Ponsoll, PA-C, has joined the Endocrinology team to partner with Fernando Melaragno, D O , and Stephanie ChlebusNick, PA-C, at LECOM Institute for Successful Aging - Suite 1200 (814868-3488), Corry Memorial Hospital Rural Health Clinic (814-6643979), and Union City Rural Health Clinic (814438-2088. Katelyn has been serving the Erie area in the field of endocrinology since 2018.
John P Case, CRNP, has joined LECOM Health Millcreek Surgical Specialists (814-868-2170) to train alongside and partner with Lori M Dulabon, D.O., in Urology. Prior to certification, he studied locally at Gannon University to earn a Master’s Degree in Nursing Science – Family Nurse Practitioner.
Pediatrics Now Offered
Sant Ram, M D , pediatrician, is currently accepting patients at Plaza 18 Medical Center
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LECOM Medical Center and Behavioral Health Pavilion
Brianne Gehly Selected as Employee of the Month for January
Brianne Gehly, Radiology Technologist, was recognized as Employee of the Month for January. Highlights from her nomination are as follows:
“Brianne has consistently demonstrated exceptional hard work, dedication, teamwork, and customer service, making a significant impact on our team and workplace ”
“She was kind, compassionate, and patient towards me. She made me feel safe and comfortable during stressful tests.”
Employees Celebrate Hospital Rebrand
LECOM Medical Center and Behavioral Health Pavilion employees celebrated their rebrand with gifts, a time capsule, and a special complimentary meal served by hospital administration.
Cath Lab to See First Patients at LECOM Medical Center
Refer a Friend and Get a Bonus up to $3,000
The Referral Bonus Program is in effect for any current employee (“referring employee”) who refers a new staff member (“referred employee”) to an open Full Time position at LECOM Medical Center and Behavioral Health Pavilion; any position/any department will be eligible for this referral bonus, as long as the position is full time.
Tier 1 ($100 total): Obs Tech, Environmental Services, Dietary, Registration, or other position not listed
Tier 2 ($250 total): BH Tech, Detox Tech
Tier 3 ($500 total): All licensed positions excluding nursing
“Healing Hands” Recognition Program Launches at Hospital
LECOM Medical Center and Behavioral Health Pavilion’s new “Healing Hands” program provides an opportunity to recognize a hospital employee for outstanding work Nominate someone to the “Hands of Fame.” At the end of each month, the employee with the most nominations will be recognized as Employee of the Month.
As part of the new beginning at LECOM Medical Center, the Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory will be opening in the coming days, featuring: Diagnostic and interventional cardiac catheterization Advanced vascular procedures
LECOM Behavioral Health
LECOM Behavioral Health 'Launches' Young Child Wellness Council
As part of the Project LAUNCH grant, the Young Child Wellness Council led by the Achievement Center of LECOM Health had its first meeting in January The council consists of child-serving local organizations working to streamline screenings, assessments, and referrals, fostering a collaborative, pro-mental health environment.
LECOM Behavioral Health Marketing Changes
LECOM Behavioral Health welcomes Ellen Kehl as the new Director of Marketing and Development. She comes to us from The Nonprofit Partnership.
Brandon Boyd now se as the Director of Pub Relations and Commu Outreach for LECOM Behavioral Health. Be the lookout for podca new social media, and more!
Access the LECOM Behavioral Health Strategic Plan
The LECOM Behavioral Health Strategic Plan is now available This document outlines the next three years for the Behavioral Health service line.
LECOM Senior Services
Parkside Regency at South Shore Resident Celebrates 102nd Birthday
On Jan. 6, Parkside Regency at South Shore resident Christiane celebrated her 102nd birthday. Friends and family gathered at the Regency to enjoy a special dinner and cake, and sing "Happy Birthday." The celebration was complete with Christiane’s performance of "Bon Anniversaire," a tribute to her French heritage.
HERO Team Hosts Virtual Dementia T S
L rec tours for staff, providing invaluable insights into daily life for those living with dementia Virtual dementia tours are offered by the HERO Team to long-term care communities throughout Pennsylvania as part of the LTC RISE Program.
Residents Ring in the New Year
New Year’s celebrations took place across our senior living communities, with residents enjoying food, music, bingo, and more as they counted down to 2025.
Cozy Creations: Residents Stay Warm with Baking and Crafting
Residents are staying busy and warm during this snowy winter with a variety of indoor activities, including painting, crafting sachets, making homemade fudge and more
Institute for Successful Living Launches “Thumbs Up” Award
CMH Earns 2024 Performance Leadership Award for Excellence in Patient Perspective
LECOM Health Corry Memorial Hospital is thrilled to announce it has earned a 2024 Performance Leadership Award for excellence in Patient Perspective, compiled by The Chartis Center for Rural Health. It is one of only three Pennsylvania rural hospitals recognized for Patient Perspective.
Rural Health Clinics Now Accepting Walk-In Patients
Union City Rural Health Clinic and Corry Memorial Hospital Rural Health Clinic are now accepting walk-in patients Monday through Friday, 9 a m to 3 p m
Youngest CME Attendee Awarded Certificate
At this year’s LECOM CME Conference, the young son of Matthew Potts, D O , of Union City Rural Health Clinic, sat through all four days, earning him a certificate for good behavior
Trish Hurd Named CMH Employee of the Quarter
Revenue Cycle Manager Trish Hurd was selected as LECOM Health Corry Memorial Hospital’s Employee of the Quarter. Highlights of her nomination include:
“Trish is always helping and volunteering in events that involve the hospital and community, giving 110%. She also went out in a wind/rain/snowstorm during her lunch to close the mailbox twice to keep the outgoing and incoming mail protected ”
Trish has worked for CMH since 2011
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LECOM Doctors Visit Corry Career and Technical Education Center
LECOM Doctors Josh Stelmack, Evan Callahan, and Rick Macklin recently visited Corry’s Career and Technical Education Center to teach healthcare students how to suture wounds and use an ultrasound machine to find veins that are difficult to locate.
March
Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month
National Nutrition Month
National Social Worker Month
Women’s History Month
Pulmonary Rehabilitation Week (March 9-15)
Employee Appreciation Day (March 7)
Daylight Saving Time (March 9)
St. Patrick’s Day (March 17)
National Doctors’ Day (March 30)
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A Look Back at 2024: LECOM Health Highlights
2024 was an exciting year full of milestones for LECOM Health. Watch this video to see some of the highlights.
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