News Release FORT WAYNE – Parkview Health and Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield have reached an agreement on a new contract. The multi-year agreement provides Anthem members with continued in-network access to all Parkview Health providers and facilities. “It was of the utmost importance to us that our patients have uninterrupted access to the …read more.

Parkview Health is updating its visitor restrictions, allowing one visitor per patient in a limited number of hospital units. The updated policy includes precautionary measures for the safety of all patients, guests, and co-workers.

News Release FORT WAYNE — Parkview Health is gradually resuming some of its suspended services, including elective and non-urgent surgeries and procedures. Based on recommendations from various professional societies, accrediting bodies and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the reopening plan will follow a tiered approach. The health system will resume suspended services while …read more.

News Release FORT WAYNE – Parkview Health and global health service company Cigna have announced they have extended their contract and will provide in-network access at a reduced cost for Cigna customers at Parkview hospitals. Parkview’s nearly 900 health care providers across northeast Indiana and northwest Ohio will also remain in-network with Cigna. Parkview Warsaw …read more.

WARSAW — People can help keep essential workers, such as those in hospitals and nursing homes, stay safe by making fabric masks. There are also instructions on making them on the internet and also places in Kosciusko County where the masks may be taken. These homemade masks, usually made of cotton material, are to help …read more.

FORT WAYNE — Parkview Health has partnered with the community to sew face masks for patients and is now sharing directions for volunteers.  The program is an attempt to conserve personal protective equipment for its clinical staff, Thanks to the overwhelming response from the community, 725 mask-making kits were distributed to volunteers in just three …read more.

FORT WAYNE — Parkview Health is partnering with businesses and volunteers to protect its supply of personal protective equipment during the COVID-19 pandemic. Though Parkview currently has an adequate supply of face masks, face shields and other PPE, innovative measures are being taken to ensure the international shortage doesn’t impact local patients or caregivers. “Parkview …read more.

FORT WAYNE — Parkview Health is implementing additional precautions to mitigate the spread and impact of the novel coronavirus 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic. All Parkview facilities are implementing tightened visitor restrictions, and the Parkview Cancer Institute is adding procedures to protect cancer patients arriving for treatment or appointments. Additionally, due to the suspension of elective and non-urgent …read more.

WARSAW — Three area hospitals have released statements regarding preventative measures and tests for COVID-19, or the coronavirus. Kosciusko Community Hospital says staff are taking proactive steps to prepare for the protection of patients, caregivers and the community while monitoring ongoing COVID-19 updates from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. “We are using the …read more.

NORTH MANCHESTER — A grain bin accident resulted in the death of a North Manchester man. At about 1:22 p.m. Monday, Jan. 6, Wabash County Central Dispatch received a call of a possible grain bin entrapment in Chester Township at 8479 N. SR 13, North Manchester. First responders were on site within minutes, according to …read more.

FORT WAYNE — Parkview Health is partnering with Ivy Tech Community College Fort Wayne to address a shortage of registered nurses in the community by providing a nursing instructor to Ivy Tech’s School of Nursing beginning Fall 2019. Parkview will pay the salary and benefits of the instructor, who will act as a full-time faculty …read more.

FORT WAYNE — Parkview Health has again been named one of America’s best employers by Forbes magazine. The America’s Best Employers in 2019 list ranks the top 500 employers across 25 industries. Parkview Health was ranked Number 171 overall and Number 16 in the healthcare and social services industry, which is capped at 25 organizations. …read more.

FORT WAYNE — For the second consecutive year, The National Association for Business Resources named Parkview Health one of the nation’s Best and Brightest in Wellness for 2018. The program honors organizations that promote employee well-being, worksite health and wellness. “Parkview’s wellness program, My Well-Being, has a dedicated team who supports and encourages co-workers on …read more.

FORT WAYNE — For the fifth year in a row, Parkview Health has been recognized as one of the College of Healthcare Information Management Executives HealthCare’s Most Wired health systems. One of only five in the state, the recognition honors organizations that have established best practices and promote the strategic use of healthcare information technology …read more.

WARSAW — Kosciusko County is receiving a mobile healthcare program for underserved children up to five years old. The Ronald McDonald Care Mobile is a partnership between Ronald McDonald House Charities of Northeast Indiana and Parkview Health. The program was introduced to Kosciusko County on Tuesday, July 10. Infant mortality continues to be higher in …read more.

FORT WAYNE — The National Association for Business Resources recently named Parkview Health one of The Nation’s Best and Brightest in Wellness for 2017. The program honors organizations that recognize and celebrate quality and excellence in employee and worksite health. “Parkview’s wellness program, ‘My Well-Being,’ has a dedicated team whose focus is on supporting and …read more.

FORT WAYNE — Parkview Health has been named one of America’s Best Employers in 2018 by Forbes Magazine. The America’s Best Employers list ranks the top 500 employers across 25 industries. Parkview Health was ranked No. 93 overall and No. 14 in the healthcare and social services industry, which is capped at 25 organizations. To …read more.

INDIANA  — For the fourth consecutive year, Parkview Health has earned the Advisory Board Workplace of the Year Award. The annual award recognizes hospitals and health systems nationwide that have outstanding levels of employee engagement. “Our co-workers are our most valuable resource, so their engagement is very important to us,” said Dena Jacquay, chief human …read more.

WARSAW — Four Parkview hospitals are being recognized among the Best Places to Work in Indiana: Parkview Huntington Hospital, Parkview Noble Hospital, Parkview Wabash Hospital and Parkview Whitley Hospital, which includes Parkview Warsaw. The thirteenth annual program was created by the Indiana Chamber of Commerce and Best Companies Group. The statewide survey and awards program …read more.

WARSAW—According to the American Heart Association, heart disease is the number one cause of death in the United States. In our country, approximately 790,000 people have a heart attack each year – that’s about one every 40 seconds. Those who understand the facts about heart health, however, can reduce their risk for developing heart disease …read more.

    SYRACUSE — Chautauqua held its first banquet Sunday, Oct. 1. It was held at the Oakwood Event Center and there were approximately 50 in attendance, including Oakwood Foundation board members, community members, Dr. Rex and Connie Parent, Mimi Rolland and several representatives from Parkview Health. There were heavy appetizers and desserts served by …read more.

WARSAW — Parkview Warsaw will host a free car seat safety check to the community from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sept. 23, in the Parkview Warsaw YMCA parking lot. Certified child passenger safety technicians will provide free inspections for children ranging from newborns to preschoolers, making sure they have the proper type of car seat …read more.

Parkview Health’s hospitals have joined the ranks of the nation’s most elite by achieving Magnet® recognition across the region. Magnet designation is granted by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Magnet Recognition Program®, which ensures that rigorous standards for nursing excellence are met. “Achieving Magnet recognition reinforces the culture of excellence that is the hallmark of …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — For the third year in a row, Parkview Health has been named The Advisory Board Company’s Workplace of the Year.  Parkview is one of a select for health systems nationwide to receive the award that is a recognition of having outstanding levels of employee engagement.  “As a mission driven organization, we work to demonstrate …read more.

WARSAW — Parkview Warsaw has introduced the area’s first 3D mammography screening, which utilizes advanced breast tomosynthesis technology that allows physicians to make a more accurate diagnosis. Compared to 2D testing, the 3D exam is clinically proven to significantly increase the detection of breast cancers and reduce the number of women asked to return for …read more.

FORT WAYNE — Parkview Health president and CEO Mike Packnett today joined health system and community leaders to celebrate the placement of the final steel beam at the new Parkview Cancer Institute. The Parkview Cancer Institute will be connected to Parkview Regional Medical Center, south of Medical Park 11. The $100 million, 175,000 square foot …read more.

FORT WAYNE — The American Association of Critical-Care Nurses (AACN) recently awarded the Inpatient Cardiac Unit at Parkview Heart Institute with a silver- level Beacon Award for Excellence, which recognizes caregivers who successfully improve patient outcomes and align practices with the AACN’s Healthy Work Environment Standards. The silver-level Beacon Award for Excellence earned by the …read more.

FORT WAYNE — For the third year in a row, Parkview Health has been recognized by the American Hospital Association’s (AHA) Health Forum as a Most Wired® hospital. The Most Wired hospitals are using information technology (IT) to build patient engagement with the individual’s lifestyle in mind, which includes electronic access to their care team. …read more.

FORT WAYNE — Sarah Weaver, RN, MSN, FNP-C, HN-BC, was awarded the 2016 Holistic Nursing Rising Star Award at the American Holistic Nurses Association 36th annual conference. Holistic nursing focuses on integrating traditional, complementary and alternative treatment opportunities to improve the physical, mental, emotional and relational health of the whole person. This award recognizes nurses …read more.

By JESSICA MILLER Public Relations Manger, Parkview Health FORT WAYNE — Parkview Health has been recognized as a 2016 Workplace of the Year by The Advisory Board Company. The annual award recognizes hospitals and health systems nationwide that have outstanding levels of employee engagement.  Engaged employees, as defined by The Advisory Board Company, are those who exhibit …read more.

By DAN MCGOWAN Writer/Reporter, Inside Indiana Business INDIANA — Four Indiana hospitals are on a list of the 100 top hospitals in the U.S. Michigan-based Truven Health Analytics Inc. uses 11 measures, including inpatient outcomes, financial health and patient health. Others include process of care, extended outcomes, process efficiency and cost efficiency. Performance of Indiana …read more.

By ALEX BROWN Multimedia Journalist, Inside Indiana Business FORT WAYNE — A more than $125,000 grant from The Lutheran Foundation will support faith-based, outpatient therapy services for those with mental health needs at Parkview Behavioral Health. The grant will help with personnel costs for programs in Noble and Allen counties. Parkview says its faith-based, intensive …read more.

FORT WAYNE — To inspire over 900 families of elementary youth to start a college savings account in just a matter of weeks takes vision and effort. In six Northeast Indiana counties this fall, Parkview Health helped make college savings a reality for youth and families as they established CollegeChoice 529 Direct Savings accounts during …read more.

By ANDY OBER Assistant Managing Editor, Inside Indiana Business INDIANAPOLIS — The Indiana Chamber of Commerce hosted more than 1,500 business, academic and community leaders Wednesday for its annual awards dinner. Fort Wayne-based Parkview Health Chief Executive Officer Mike Packnett won business leader of the year and State Senator Brandt Hershman was named government leader of the year. …read more.

Parkview Health president and CEO Mike Packnett joined health system and community leaders yesterday to announce Parkview’s plan to invest in a new state-of-the-art, patient-centered cancer facility. The Parkview Cancer Institute will be located on the Parkview Regional Medical Center campus. Plans call for the institute to include 125,000 square feet and a ground breaking for …read more.

Warsaw Common Council held the first and second reading of Ordinance 2015-03-01, approving an additional appropriation of funds provided by Parkview Health, Monday night. These funds go toward providing a new surface for the road stretching from Husky Trail to Mariners Drive. The amount of $600,000 was approved unanimously. Warsaw City Planner Jeremy Skinner stated …read more.

By SUMMER ZIMMER Director of Communications and Social Responsibility, Kosciusko Community YMCA From 6 a.m. until 10 a.m., Thursday, Feb. 26, Parkview Health will be conducting A1C blood sugar testing at the Parkview Center for Healthy Living in the Parkview Warsaw YMCA at no cost. Contact (260) 672-6500 to register. The A1C test is a …read more.

“It’s just an exciting day to be here,” said Scott Gabriel, president of Parkview Whitley Hospital and soon-to-be-constructed Parkview Warsaw. “I know it’s a little brisk, but what an exciting time to be able to break ground and start a new endeavor in this community.” [weaver_youtube BIBt730IbhU rel=0] Back in July, Parkview Health petitioned the Warsaw …read more.

Fort Wayne-based Parkview Health System Inc. is planning to sell two senior care facilities in Columbia City to another Hoosier company. In a notice to the state, Parkview expects the deal with Miller’s Health Systems Inc. to affect more than 50 workers in September. Miller’s Health Systems runs more than 30 Miller’s Merry Manor locations …read more.

A groundbreaking celebration is planned for early January so that construction on the new Parkview Warsaw YMCA can begin. Thanks to the support of the community, the YMCA will have the groundbreaking ceremony at 10 a.m. Thursday, Jan. 9, at the site located on Mariner Drive at U.S. 30 in Warsaw. In July, Parkview Health, …read more.

Providing youth with opportunities to continue to learn and engage in meaningful activities at the end of the school day can boost their academic success. To help motivate and inspire kids to learn, the Kosciusko Community YMCA is offering an afterschool program to school-aged children throughout Warsaw Community Schools. The Y’s after school program combines …read more.