Chestnut Hill Hospital - Temple Health

07/20/2025

Have you ever felt your heart flutter or skip a beat? It might be a condition called premature ventricular contractions or complexes (PVCs).

Dr. Edmond Cronin, cardiac electrophysiologist at the Temple Heart and Vascular Institute, breaks down what PVCs are, why they happen, and how to manage them — especially when stress and anxiety make symptoms worse.

Read Dr. Cronin’s full blog post and learn helpful strategies for living more comfortably with PVCs: https://bit.ly/4kO0ypg

07/17/2025

Save the date! A free screening of WICKED at Mt. Airy Playground on Friday, August 1.

Temple Health - Chestnut Hill Hospital is proud to support community events that bring our neighbors together.

07/11/2025

Not sure whether to use ice or heat after a sports injury?

Dr. Hullings, a sports medicine specialist at Temple Health, breaks down exactly when and how to use each, so you can get back to doing what you love, faster.

Learn why timing matters and how to apply cold and heat therapy safely: https://bit.ly/4eoxdAd

07/03/2025

Meet Dr. Rashmi Khanal, a hematologist-oncologist specializing in bone marrow transplant and cellular therapies at Fox Chase Cancer Center – Chestnut Hill.

Dr. Khanal provides expert, compassionate care for patients with leukemia, lymphoma, and myeloma, offering advanced treatment options like stem cell transplant and cellular therapies.

We’re proud to have Dr. Khanal as part of our team at Temple Health – Chestnut Hill Hospital. Learn more and schedule an appointment with Dr. Khanal today: https://bit.ly/4nw2Rjc

06/27/2025

Antibiotic or antiviral — which one do you need?

While both medications treat infections, they work very differently. Knowing the right treatment can help you recover faster and help prevent antibiotic resistance.

Learn when each is needed — and why it matters — from Temple Health pharmacist Dr. Nur Kazzaz: https://bit.ly/4dO3TCK

06/25/2025

Temple Health – Chestnut Hill Hospital is proud to sponsor the Pastorius Park Summer Concert Series, a cherished tradition in the Chestnut Hill community! Chestnut Hill Community Association

Last week, physicians from Fox Chase Cancer Center joined us to share valuable health education resources with attendees.

The concert series continues every Wednesday at 7:30 PM at Pastorius Park. It’s free and open to all — stop by our table and say hello!

06/20/2025

Do you find yourself thinking about food even when you’re not hungry? You’re not alone.

Persistent thoughts about food—often called food noise—can be overwhelming and make healthy eating more difficult.

In a recent Temple Health blog, Dr. Rohit Soans, Medical Director of Bariatric Surgery at Temple University Hospital, shares why food noise happens and what you can do about it.

Read the full blog to learn more: https://bit.ly/4kOMLPN

06/12/2025

Looking for an alternative to blood thinners for AFib?

For patients with atrial fibrillation not caused by a heart valve problem, the Watchman device may offer a safe, effective, and long-term solution to reduce stroke risk — without the challenges of lifelong blood thinners.

Learn how this minimally invasive device works and whether it could be right for you in a recent blog from Temple Health cardiac electrophysiologist Dr. Whitman: https://bit.ly/3FBFELs

06/03/2025

When world-class athletes take the stage, they deserve world-class care. That’s why Temple Health was proud to provide First Aid and 911 support during the 2025 Truist Championship at the Philadelphia Cricket Club’s Wissahickon Course.

In partnership with the Whitemarsh Community Ambulance Association, more than 70 Temple Health team members from Temple University Hospital - Main Campus, Temple University Hospital - Jeanes Campus, Fox Chase Cancer Center, and Temple Health - Chestnut Hill Hospital volunteered their time and expertise to ensure a safe and successful event.

Read more about Temple Health’s role at this community event: https://bit.ly/3HnTb9Q

06/02/2025

Temple Health – Chestnut Hill Hospital is a proud sponsor of this year’s Supper Sessions in Mt. Airy.

Starting Wednesday, June 11, Germantown Avenue will transform into a vibrant hub of food trucks, local vendors, and neighborhood businesses staying open late.

📍 7100–7200 blocks of Germantown Ave
📆 Wednesday, June 11 | 5–9PM

You wouldn't know it by the weather outside, but our first Supper Sessions of the season kicks off in less than a month! We'll be shutting down Germantown Ave on the 7100 and 7200 blocks and bringing the street alive with an exciting slate of food trucks and vendors. Local businesses and restaurants will keep their doors open late. Stay tuned for more details about our first event on Weds, June 11, 5-9pm!

⭐ Thank you to our title sponsor for the 2025 events season as well as our dedicated small business sponsors for Supper Sessions and and our 2025 event series sponsors

🎉 Supper Sessions kick off
📆 Weds, June 11, 5-9pm
📍Join us on the 7100-7200 blocks of Germantown Ave in Mt. Airy

05/23/2025

Don’t forget sunscreen this weekend! ☀️

During these brighter months, it’s the perfect time to talk about what you can do to take precautions and stay on top of your skin’s health.

Fox Chase Cancer Center shares sun protection tips to keep in mind for a fun & safe summer!

Today is and we're here to remind you the ways that you can protect your skin from sun damage this weekend and into the summer! Read more on the blog: https://bit.ly/4fKfdjX

05/21/2025

Nurses Night at Citizen Bank Park! ⚾ Philadelphia Phillies

Temple Health nurses were recognized on the field for their outstanding dedication and Erin Allen, nurse at Temple University Hospital – Main Campus, had the honor of throwing out the first pitch!

We’re proud to celebrate the compassionate care our nurses provide for patients every day.