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'Find It Early. Fight It Hard.' is the Breast Cancer Motto at Reading Hospital

October 30, 2023 -  In December of 2020, at the age of 37, Elizabeth Keller, LSW, OSW-C, a Social Worker at McGlinn Cancer Institute at Reading Hospital was diagnosed with breast cancer. 

A Triple Amputee, Physical Therapy, and a Success Story

October 26, 2023 - Denise Wilson, a triple amputee, had one goal when she came to Reading Hospital Rehabilitation at Wyomissing, Acute Rehab Unit (ARU) in January – to learn how to walk with her prosthetic legs.

McGlinn Cancer Institute Collects Accolades for High Levels of Patient Care

October 23, 2023 - With leading-edge treatment focusing on a multidisciplinary approach to care for the “whole patient,” McGlinn Cancer Institute at Reading Hospital has established itself as a premiere healthcare resource for cancer patients in the Berks County region.

FREE ‘Trunk or Treat’ Event Hosted by Tower Behavioral Health

October 19, 2023 - Tower Behavioral Health will host a free, safe, and engaging Halloween environment for the community. Arts and crafts, music, a petting zoo, face painting, a photo booth, and complimentary snacks will be included.

Advanced Practice Providers Week Celebrated with Special Awards at Tower Health

September 29, 2023 -  Seven Tower Health employees received special awards as part of the system’s recognition of Advance Practice Providers Week. Those awarded have made a positive and lasting impact on their colleagues, patients, and the community.

National Preparedness Month Recognized at Reading Hospital

September 29, 2023 – Reading Hospital recognizes National Preparedness Month, which raises awareness about the importance of being prepared in the event of an emergency or disaster.

High School Interns Explore Healthcare Careers

September 20, 2023 – For nearly a decade, Reading Hospital has partnered with local high schools to share healthcare career pathways with students. On September 11, Reading Hospital welcomed 29 high school interns as part of the Reading Hospital High School Internship Program.

Debra L. Powell, MD, MS, FIDSA, Named Chair, Department of Medicine at Tower Health

September 18, 2023 - Tower Health announced today that Debra L. Powell, MD, MS, FIDSA, has been appointed to the role of Chair, Department of Medicine effective September 1, 2023. She has been serving as interim chair since September 2022.

“Pink Party” Held to Celebrate One-Year Anniversary of the Mobile Mammography Coach at Reading Hospital

September 12, 2023 – Reading Hospital employees attended a “Pink Party” on September 12 to celebrate the one-year anniversary of the Mobile Mammography Coach, which increases access to life-saving screenings through events held in Berks County.

Post Traumatic Purpose Event Hosted by the Reading Hospital Foundation

September 9, 2023 – Each day, healthcare workers and first responders face the risk of being exposed to traumatic events. Even so, Reading Hospital employees show up every day to provide the highest levels of clinical care and support to the communities we serve.