Three local parks – Rising Park in Lancaster, Alt Park in Baltimore and Buckeye Lake State Park – recently earned the designation of a “Heart Safe Park” from Community Heart Watch.
Dr. Angeline Stergiou of Fairfield Healthcare Professionals Psychiatry and Health Psychology has been named a recipient of the Friend of ADAMH Award, which is presented by the Fairfield County Alcohol, Drug Addiction, and Mental Health (ADAMH) Board.
On April 27, Fairfield Medical Center and the Community Heart Watch committee recognized seven Lancaster City Schools staff members for their lifesaving actions during a medical emergency in January 2021.
Fairfield Medical Center and Community Heart Watch – a committee dedicated to raising awareness and improving survival rates of sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) – recently received a $9,950 grant from the Fairfield County Foundation that will be used for education and the purchase of automated external defibrillators (AEDs) for the community.
Fairfield Medical Center’s Community Heart Watch Committee is the recipient of a $5,000 grant from the PulsePoint Foundation, money that will be used to purchase AEDs (automated external defibrillators) for public safety staff and the community.
Fairfield Medical Center’s capabilities to treat cancer have been significantly advanced with the addition of a Varian TrueBeam® linear accelerator. With this state-of-the-art technology, FMC offers the highest quality radiation treatment possible without the inconvenience of traveling to a larger hospital for treatment.
A State Highway Patrol Trooper was posthumously honored with a Great Save Award from Community Heart Watch after he helped save the life of a person who suffered cardiac arrest while driving.
Dr. Jonathan Forquer discusses preventive cardiology: The practice of preventing heart attacks before they happen.
For patients who are at higher-risk for esophageal cancer and may or may not experience heartburn occasionally, EsoGuard is a good screening tool to check for abnormal cells.
Kick off the Spring season by donating blood to those in need! Register to give on Friday, March 8, at FMC’s Main Campus. Appointments are available from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Reserve your spot by contacting Donna Stebelton at donnast@fmchealth.org or 740-687-8140.
According to the Red Cross, donors with all blood types are urgently needed, especially those with types O, A negative and B negative.
Lifestyle modifications and medications, like statins, are commonly the of first step in managing cholesterol and lipid levels. Injectable therapies, however, may provide an additional tool for lowering “bad” cholesterol and reducing the risk of cardiovascular disease.
Did you know the average American will experience a half- to two-pound weight gain each holiday season? This additional weight tends to accumulate over several years, which can have a gradual – yet noticeable – impact on health. Here are some tips for a healthy and balanced holiday.
Registered dietitian Emily Schmelzer shares advice on setting goals in 2024 as well as creative alternatives to New Year’s resolutions.
Fairfield Medical Center becomes first in state to use Medtronic’s new ablation technology, a quick and efficient treatment option for patients with paroxysmal or persistent atrial fibrillation.
In 2024, Fairfield Medical Center committed to reducing the risk of stroke in patients with atrial fibrillation by offering a new, minimally invasive procedure called the WATCHMAN FLX Pro. Now, they are celebrating – and quickly exceeding – a major milestone.
Dr. Jeffrey Yenchar discusses GERD and acid reflux, including symptoms and lasting solutions through robotic surgery.
Fairfield Medical Center is now offering TCAR (transcarotid artery revascularization), a hybrid treatment option for those living with carotid artery stenosis.
On June 9, FMC cut the ribbon on its newly renovated cath lab, a project made possible thanks to a $1 million donation from the FMC Foundation.
Several Fairfield Medical Center offices that were impacted by flood damage over the weekend have been temporarily relocated to ensure that patients can continue to receive these services without interruption. The impacted offices were all located in FMC’s Main Street Lancaster location in the Kroger shopping plaza off East Main Street. FMC’s Main Campus, located adjacent to these offices, remains open and was not impacted by the flooding.