Independence Health System

12/30/2025

FasterCare facilities are open 7 days a week to provide quick, walk-in care, no appointment needed. FasterCare is open on evenings and weekends to care for you or a loved one if you’ve suffered an injury or illness.

Convenient telehealth visits are also available for those enrolled in the BHS My Health Patient Portal.

Learn more: https://www.independence.health/services/urgent-and-walk-in-care/fastercare/

12/29/2025

Recently on the Big K Morning Show, “Inside Independence Health System", Michael Bartley spoke with Dr. Geoffrey Mann, about FasterCare.

FasterCare facilities are open 7 days a week to provide quick, walk-in care, no appointment needed. FasterCare is open on evenings and weekends to care for you or a loved one if you’ve suffered an injury or illness.

Listen to the full segment, here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RSlvHT3Wm5E

12/26/2025

Do you know what a Certified Nurse Midwife is? Kristina Smouse, CNM at Independence Health System explains the training background of Midwives.

To learn more about Midwifery Care at Independence Health System, visit: https://www.independence.health/services/womens-health-services/midwifery-care/

12/25/2025

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12/24/2025

"It came without ribbons, it came without tags. It came without packages, boxes, or bags." Congratulations to the families whose hearts grew this holiday season!

12/23/2025

On a recent episode of the Big K Morning Show’s “Inside Independence Health System,” host Larry Richert spoke with Mindy Dunkerley, Chief Quality Officer, about Clarion Hospital earning a Grade A from The Leapfrog Group.

Listen to the full segment, here: https://youtu.be/I_6o5Yb8zC4

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

12/22/2025

Santa sent two of his favorite elves straight from the North Pole to Independence Health System, just in time for Christmas!

12/19/2025

No need to check twice! These little ones are officially on the ‘Nice List’!
 

12/18/2025

“This recent accolade reflects our team’s dedication to providing compassionate, evidence-based care and ensuring that families in our region don’t have to travel far for safe deliveries and essential prenatal care services.” Dr. Randi Turkewitz, Chief of Services at Westmoreland Hospital.

Learn more about this achievement: https://bit.ly/4s5D7fG

12/17/2025

to Dr. Daniel Leigey and the orthopedic surgical team at Independence Health System on performing the first surgery at the Laurel Surgical Center located on Donohoe Road.

Learn more about Dr. Leigey: https://bit.ly/3Yvr7Xo

12/17/2025

"I enjoy my job because I truly believe I am making a difference in patients lives, and patients may forget my name but they will never forget the way I made them feel during this stressful time of their life." - Emily, Butler Memorial Hospital

If you are searching for a meaningful career where you can make a difference in people's lives, apply to work in nursing at Independence Health System. To search and apply for opportunities, visit: https://bit.ly/49JCf64

12/17/2025

Get your tickets today for Handbags for Health!

Handbags for Health Designer Purse Bingo tickets are on sale TODAY!! ✨👜

Tickets are available online only this year, so be sure to purchase yours!

Click to purchase tickets: https://bhsfdn.ejoinme.org/HFH26