Independence Health System

11/13/2025

Every baby deserves the best start. Susan Barbarossa, CRNP, shares how Westmoreland Hospital's Level II NICU provides advanced, compassionate care for newborns and families, right here in our community.

Learn more about the Special Care Nursery at Westmoreland Hospital: https://bit.ly/4p3SJhr

11/13/2025

"My favorite part of being a nurse is that we are the silent heroes of healthcare." Hear what nurse Leslie loves about her rewarding career field.

Ready to feel the same? https://www.independence.health/careers/nursing-careers/

11/13/2025

Independence Health System’s Clarion Hospital has earned an “A” Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group, an independent national nonprofit watchdog focused on patient safety.

“Our dedicated team of caregivers at Clarion Hospital works tirelessly every day to deliver the highest standard of care,” said Matthew Schnur, president of Butler Memorial and Clarion hospitals. “This means ensuring patient safety and achieving positive health outcomes. We’re especially proud to be placed among the top 32 percent of hospitals nationwide for hospital safety. Our commitment to quality has earned us an ‘A’ rating from The Leapfrog Group—a meaningful recognition of the progress we’ve made in keeping expert care, here, in our community.”

Learn more about this achievement: https://bit.ly/3JRTMlQ

11/12/2025

11/11/2025

Recently on the Big K Morning Show, “Inside Independence Health System", host Larry Richert spoke with Alexander Morgan, Primary Care PA-C, about the dangers of ni****ne and to***co use.

Tune in every Tuesday at 7:20 a.m. to hear more.

Listen to the full segment, here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0WLzp12zBwc

11/10/2025

Recently on the 100.1 FM and AM 1020 KDKA Big K Morning Show, “Inside Independence Health System", host Larry Richert spoke with Dr. Lisa Hildenbrand, OB/GYN, about Menopause, including symptoms, treatments, and when it begins.
Tune in every Tuesday at 7:20 a.m. to hear more.

Listen to the full segment, here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dB6drfbDZRA

11/07/2025

Taking weight loss in small increments, even if it takes a while, is one of the most common ways to stick to the goal. Even small progress leads to significant health benefits, and it’s important to celebrate every step forward. If you are making progress, you’re doing a fantastic job!

As summer temperatures rise, managing health conditions like obesity becomes even more challenging. The heat adds stress to the body, particularly for people carrying extra weight. It’s important to understand and manage obesity, especially during extreme weather. But what sustainable steps can we...

11/07/2025

Independence Health System is pleased to welcome David Ream II, MD, to both Primary Care and Women’s Care.

Dr. Ream is now accepting new patients. To learn more, visit: https://www.independence.health/find-a-doctor/david-v-ream-md/

11/06/2025

The Jamie Cordial Hall Foundation, Innersight LLC, Hartman-Graziano Funeral Home Inc., and Excela Health Home Care & Hospice at Independence Health System announced their annual November partnership in support of Children’s Day taking place November 20. The partnership raises awareness and offers a activity to support grieving within the .

interested in bringing their children to the annual event can register or ask any questions by calling Kristy at 724-374-3004.

The Jamie Cordial Hall Foundation, Innersight LLC, Hartman-Graziano Funeral Home Inc., and Excela Health Home Care & Hospice at Independence Health System announced their annual November partnership in support of Children’s Grief Awareness Day taking place November 20.

11/06/2025

Mark your calendars - the Caring Angel Basket and 50/50 Raffle is just 12 days away!! Join us in supporting families in our local communities! 🌟

11/06/2025

Last week on the 100.1 FM and AM 1020 KDKA Big K Morning Show, “Inside Independence Health System", host Larry Richert spoke with Dr. M.D. Leonard, OB/GYN, about postmenopausal bleeding and what bleeding after menopause could mean for your health.

Tune in every Tuesday at 7:20 a.m. to hear more.

Listen to the full segment, here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=82YM3jB0cTQ

11/06/2025

Independence Health System is pleased to Michael Smith, DO, to the team in the and Areas further enhancing the system’s urological care services.

Dr. Smith treats a wide range of urologic conditions, including bladder and prostate cancer, benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), kidney stones, erectile dysfunction and incontinence. His surgical expertise encompasses minimally invasive procedures for BPH, robotic-assisted laparoscopic prostatectomy, kidney stone surgery, stress incontinence surgery and pe**le implant placement.

Dr. Smith is currently accepting new patients. To make an appointment, call 833-995-0121.

The addition of Dr. Smith strengthens Independence Health System’s commitment to providing comprehensive, cutting-edge urological care to the region.