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When Andrew Rheam couldn’t enter WellSpan Chambersburg Hospital to fulfill his regular volunteer duties during COVID-19, he picked up a new skill – crocheting blankets for patients.     Now? Andrew is at the beginning of his medical school journey, with help from the WellSpan Future Physician Scholarship.    He’s on a path to help others and save lives. Get to know his journey – one filled with a love for learning, a strong work ethic, and dedication: https://bit.ly/4e0iaey

Welcome home, WellSpan Orthopedics and Urgent Orthopedics!     Bone and joint care near Hanover, Pa., has expanded and relocated! Now located at 1227 Baltimore Street at WellSpan Health and Surgery Center, the move allows us to welcome new patients.     This change brings our orthopedic and sports medicine care team into an improved space with advanced imaging capabilities, including ultrasounds, X-ray, CT scan, MRI and more – all under one roof, enhancing convenience and access for patients. 

Cheers to a bright and caffeinated morning! ☕     WellSpan Waynesboro Hospital leaders Pepper Ridilla, senior director of operations, James Pryor, vice president of Patient Care Services and chief nursing officer, and Melissa Dubrow, vice president of WellSpan Health and president of Waynesboro Hospital, joined bright and early this morning for coffee and conversation with local community members.     Thanks for joining us at Postmasters Coffee + Bakery, Waynesboro!  

Today began a new era in nursing education in #CentralPA as our inaugural class of students began their journey at Jersey College’s School of Nursing at WellSpan Health! Students spent the day learning about their new school and the journey they are about to embark upon to become nurses.

As our local high school athletes make their return to their fields and courts, our WellSpan athletic trainers are on the sidelines with them ready for a healthy and successful season! Good luck to all of our teams! 🏆 Bermudian Springs School District Upper Adams School District - Biglerville High School Chambersburg Area School District Cocalico School District Delone Catholic Athletics - Delone Catholic High School Dover Area School District Ephrata Area SD Fairfield Area School District Gettysburg Area School District Kennard Area School District Littlestown Area School District New Oxford High School York Catholic Middle & High School York Tech Spartans York Country Day School York Suburban School District

Congratulations are in order! 👏    In recognition of their exemplary actions to support Jordan Smith, WellSpan LPN and active member of the U.S. Army Reserves, as he embarked upon 18 months of training in Texas, nurse manager Lindsey Kearns and clinical nurse educator Bobbi Jo Coons have been honored as recipients of the Patriot Award by the United States Department of Defense.   The award was presented by Staff Sgt. Jaime Phillips and recognizes managers and employers for their support of the National Guard and Army Reserves. WellSpan has nearly 800 team members who are current or former military members.: https://lnkd.in/eHvG57rH 

REMINDER: Join us next week for coffee, community, and conversation at Postmasters Coffee + Bakery. 📅 Aug. 27 ⏰ 7:30-10:30 a.m. 📍 11235 Buchanan Trail E Waynesboro, PA 17268 RSVP here: https://lnkd.in/eHkr2z-6

“I wish I would have tried to get it done a lot sooner. I have my life back.” Gaylynn Breighner and her husband are avid travelers. When pain and symptoms of osteoarthritis in her knee stood in the way of their adventure to Belgium last year, she knew it was time to take action. Join Dr. Albert Folgueras to learn more about Gaylynn's story and hear from other top experts from WellSpan's Orthopedic and Sports Medicine teams on Good Day PA on ABC27 from 10-11 a.m. on Aug. 29. Have a question for our panel of experts? Submit it here: https://lnkd.in/ejDpsygv

76-year-old Jay Myer and nurse assistant Heavenlee Conners (photographed here) quickly bonded while she cared for him during a hospital stay. Jay is fondly known by Heavenlee and the team at WellSpan York Hospital as the ‘Painting Patient’.    Known for his kindness and talent, Jay has made it his mission to create smiles and gratitude through his artwork for the compassionate health care professionals who care for him while he’s in the hospital.    Jay began painting as a hobby in 1997, but the practice quickly became a creative outlet – one he can enjoy despite his ongoing experience with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). The condition makes breathing challenging.      Heavenlee is a huge fan of horses — Jay’s personalized painting of appreciation has become one of her most prized possessions.     Read the full story: https://lnkd.in/e9wvDgRE 

Fantastic news! Six WellSpan hospitals have been recognized by The Hospital and Healthsystem Association of Pennsylvania (HAP) for efforts of hospital teams to support and raise awareness about organ, eye, and tissue donation. WellSpan Chambersburg Hospital was recognized with a platinum designation as a Center for Organ Recovery & Education. WellSpan York, Ephrata, Gettysburg, Good Samaritan, Evangelical, and Waynesboro Hospitals were recognized through the Gift of Life Donor Program with platinum designations.  Great work, team!