St. Luke's University Health Network

01/23/2026

St. Luke’s University Health Network proudly accepts UnitedHealthcare insurance.
With insurance coverage changes in the Lehigh Valley, you can count on St. Luke’s for the care you trust - right here in our community. With one call, our dedicated team will help you switch to St. Luke’s so you and your family can experience the reliable and compassionate health care you deserve. It’s easy!

Switch to St. Luke’s today: 📞484 526 4440.

St. Luke’s University Health Network (SLUHN) is a
non-profit, regional, fully integrated, nationally recognized network providing services at 16 campuses and more than 350 outpatient sites.

01/22/2026

We are to recognize Vawn Peterkin, Radiology Customer Service Associate at the St. Luke’s Easton Campus, as the first-ever recipient of the ROOT Award for the campus. This award recognizes our outstanding teammates whose role provides grounding care to our patients and their families including those individuals who fill in the gaps where nurses cannot, ensuring no aspect of patient care is overlooked.

Since joining the radiology team, Vawn has been a tremendous asset. His upbeat personality, flexibility and willingness to go above and beyond for patients as well as his colleagues have made him a standout employee. He is always asking to assist others and never hesitates when he sees someone struggling. He is consistent, timely, responsible, kind, humble, patient and caring. Patients remember Vawn, often noting how helpful and compassionate he was. Our team is extremely grateful to have him.

If you receive exceptional care from a team member or nurse and would like to submit a nomination for the individual to be considered for a ROOT or DAISY Award, please complete our online form at https://go.sluhn.org/4ari15j

01/21/2026

We are to partner with the Lehigh Valley Zoo to bring the
St. Luke’s Children’s Hospital Playground to life. Open and ready for winter play! ❄️🛝

01/21/2026

When severe back pain sidelined Chad Werkheiser from teaching, coaching and golfing, he turned to St. Luke’s Neurosciences for help.

After a diagnosis of degenerative disk disease and a herniated disk, neurosurgeon Dr. Stamatios Psarros performed a minimally invasive microdiscectomy at St. Luke’s Anderson Campus.

With physical therapy and determination, Chad went from barely walking to being back in the classroom, on the court and on the golf course, pain-free.

Read more at: https://go.sluhn.org/3Nh944V

01/20/2026

From Knee Pain to Gold! 🥇

When Dianne Orr of Perkasie felt something was wrong with her knee while playing softball, she turned to Dr. Peter Wang at St. Luke’s Orthopedic Care in Sellersville for help.

Thanks to expert care and her determination, Dianne bounced back quickly and achieved her ultimate goal: competing in the National Senior Olympic Games. Just shy of her 81st birthday, she not only played, she won a gold medal!

👏 Congratulations, Dianne! Your story inspires us all to keep moving and never give up.

To schedule an appointment with our orthopedic care team, go to: https://www.slhn.org/orthopedics

01/19/2026

Today, as we celebrate the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., may we reflect upon his call to help and serve others.

01/18/2026

🏃‍♀️ Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injuries can sideline even the strongest athletes.

In the latest Community Connection, Dr. Eric Pridgen, orthopedic sports medicine surgeon at St. Luke’s Orthopedic Care, explains:
✅ Treatment options for ACL injuries
✅ When surgery is the best choice
✅ Why some adults may benefit more from bracing and physical therapy

🎥 Watch now and learn how to stay strong, recover smarter, and get back in the game!
👉 https://go.sluhn.org/49CPlnP

01/17/2026

Health care needs YOU!

Ready to make a difference? Start your journey at St. Luke’s College of Health Sciences, the Lehigh Valley’s newest college dedicated to health care education.

🎓 Train locally in Radiography or Respiratory Care or advance your nursing career with our fully online RN to BSN program.

📅 Applications are now open for the May 2026 inaugural class!

👉 Learn more and apply today: www.StLukesCollege.org

01/16/2026

From Sideline to Comeback!

After a shoulder injury sidelined Tri-Valley High School athlete Thomas Zepnikowski, he turned to St. Luke’s Orthopedic Care for expert support.

Thomas received successful shoulder surgery at St. Luke’s Miners Campus and followed a personalized recovery plan designed by orthopedic sports medicine surgeon Dr. Michael Doran. The approach allowed him to enjoy his summer while preparing for surgery and focus on healing and strength afterward.

Today, Thomas has regained full range of motion and is laser-focused on next football season. His journey is proof that the right care, at the right time, makes all the difference.

💪 Your comeback starts here. Learn more at https://go.sluhn.org/4pLDfPl

01/15/2026

We are to recognize Heather Huff, mental health team member on the third floor at St. Luke’s Sacred Heart Campus, as the latest recipient of the ROOT Award, which honors non-nursing team members who go above and beyond to deliver exceptional service.

A patient who nominated Heather shared: “Meeting Heather was a blessing. She is a ray of sunshine, always smiling, pleasant and ready to help with any request. Heather’s passion for her job and for helping people truly shines through. She made my stay a marvelous experience, and I am so grateful for all that she does.” Congratulations, Heather!

If you receive exceptional care from a team member or nurse and would like to submit a nomination for the individual to be considered for a ROOT or DAISY Award, please complete our online form at https://go.sluhn.org/4ari15j.

01/15/2026

Keeping kids warm isn’t just about comfort, it’s about health.

Proper layers protect against cold-related illnesses and help kids enjoy the season safely.

Watch this video as Dr. Olufunke Oladejo from St. Luke’s Allentown Pediatrics shares smart tips for dressing your child for winter weather.

01/14/2026

Congrats to St. Luke’s OMS for being named the BEST Oral Surgeon by The Morning Call’s Readers! 🎉
From wisdom teeth removal to dental implants, thank you for trusting St. Luke’s OMS to deliver the high-quality and personalized care you deserve.

Learn more about our services: https://go.sluhn.org/4fjBnZP