Independence Health System

02/27/2026

Recently on the Big K Morning Show, “Inside Independence Health System", Jennifer Barrick, RN spoke with host Larry Richert and discussed Heart Failure during Heart Month.

Listen to the full segment, here: https://youtu.be/SDgV62b9ZJQ

Inside IHS airs every Tuesday morning at 7:20 a.m. on KDKA 1020 AM.

02/27/2026

Recently on Westmoreland Community Connections on WHJB 107.1FM Dr. Bassel Sayegh, Electrophysiologist explained what Atrial Fibrillation (AFib) is and how the care team at Independence Health System helps patients manage this condition every day.

Listen to the full segment, here: https://youtu.be/PT7jovHPx5s

02/26/2026

Do you have a minute?

Hear from Orthopedic Surgeon Dr. Gregory Bisignani about the expert orthopedic care the team at Independence Health System provides, right here, close to home.

Learn more about Dr. Bisignani: https://www.independence.health/find-a-doctor/gregory-a-bisignani-md/

02/26/2026

Recently on Westmoreland Community Connections on WHJB 107.1FM, Dr. Nevin Baker, Director of Catheterization Lab Quality, and Denise Addis, Vice President of Cardiac Services, discuss Interventional Cardiology.

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

02/25/2026

Butler Memorial Hospital, part of Independence Health System, celebrated the opening of its newly renovated imaging suite featuring advanced digital PET/CT technology.

The enhancements aid care teams in developing more informed treatment plans as they monitor patients for a range of conditions. The system delivers higher-quality images and faster scan times (in some instances up to half the time of traditional scans), along with a wider bore for improved patient comfort.

Learn more: https://www.independence.health/newsroom/2026/february/butler-memorial-hospital-unveils-advanced-pet-ct/

02/24/2026

A Coronary CT Angiogram (CTA) is a quick and noninvasive test that helps diagnose and manage coronary artery disease.

Learn from Cardiologist Dr. Rekha Pinto how this simple test can help you and your doctor manage your heart health.

Learn more about Dr. Pinto: https://www.independence.health/find-a-doctor/rekha-pinto-md/

02/23/2026

Recently on the Big K Morning Show, “Inside Independence Health System", Clinical Pharmacist Scott Alexander, discussed the different medications used to help treat Heart Failure and how they work.

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

Listen to the full segment, here: https://youtu.be/TSHSXpIC57o

02/23/2026

Physical therapy can help support a process.

Working with a physical therapist supports healthy aging by relieving , enhancing , improving functional , preventing , and promoting greater independence and quality of life.

Talk to your primary care provider to get a referral for .

Jason Kalivoda, PT, DPT sees patients at Slippery Rock. Learn more about this location: https://www.independence.health/locations/physical-therapy-slippery-rock/

02/21/2026

Learn from Heather Tarr, RN what aortic stenosis is and how the Valve Clinic at Independence Health System can help manage heart disease.

02/20/2026

Recently on the Big K Morning Show, “Inside Independence Health System", Dr. Thomas Franco, Medical Director of Interventional Radiology in the Butler Area, highlighted Vertebroplasty & Kyphoplasty for Osteoporotic Compression Fractures.

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

Listen to the full segment, here: https://youtu.be/OoIOUGCs4H0

02/20/2026

Independence Health System’s Frick, Latrobe and Westmoreland hospitals have been recognized in Forbes’ inaugural list of 2026 Top Hospitals.

“This recognition from Forbes is a testament to the dedication our teams bring to patient care every day,” said Brian Fritz, president of Frick, Latrobe and Westmoreland hospitals. “Our providers and staff continuously strive for excellence, and this achievement affirms the quality, safety, and compassion that characterize the expert care provided at Independence Health System. We are honored to be included among the nation’s top hospitals and remain committed to providing expert care, here.”

Independence Health System’s Frick, Latrobe and Westmoreland hospitals have been recognized in Forbes’ inaugural list of 2026 Top Hospitals.