Penn State Health Medical Group - South Lancaster

08/29/2025

Penn State Health Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery is now offering an enhanced option for sleep apnea care for people who can’t tolerate or benefit from CPAP. Led by Dr. Neerav Goyal, our team recently became the first in central Pennsylvania to provide the Inspire V implant — an advancement of the Inspire device previously offered at Penn State Health.

This newest version allows for a faster surgery, less postoperative pain and a quicker recovery, helping more patients breathe easier and sleep better.

08/28/2025

Is your child ready to move from a car seat to a booster? Knowing when and how to make the switch is key to keeping them safe.

Shannon DePatto, trauma prevention coordinator at Penn State Health Children's Hospital, shares expert guidance on booster seat safety and injury prevention in this short video. 🚗

For more information on car seat safety, visit: https://bit.ly/45tfbbK

08/27/2025

After returning to central Pennsylvania following her husband’s passing, Jeanette Van Deusen didn’t have health insurance and couldn’t afford to see a doctor. Thanks to Beacon Clinic in Uptown Harrisburg, she’s back on her medication for high blood pressure and able to monitor her health at home.

Penn State Health physicians, nurses, Penn State College of Medicine students, and residents volunteer at the clinic, providing care to uninsured and underinsured adults from more than 50 countries. Beyond primary care, Beacon Clinic offers specialty clinics, nutrition support through the Food as Medicine program, and connections to resources like transportation, housing, and health insurance.

For patients like Jeanette and others, the clinic is a welcoming, life-changing place that touches generations.

Read the full story: https://bit.ly/4fUgzca

08/26/2025

Happy National Dog Day! 🐾 Our facility and volunteer dogs bring comfort and smiles to patients, families and staff every day across Penn State Health.

Have you met one of them? Share a photo of you with one of our facility or volunteer dogs in the comments — we’d love to see your favorite moments!

08/25/2025

From wheelchair basketball and adaptive cycling to service dog demos and resource booths, RecFest 2025 brought the community together for an afternoon of inclusive sports and recreation. Thank you to everyone who joined us at Spooky Nook Sports to celebrate the power of activity and connection, hosted by Penn State Health Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation and Penn State Health Rehabilitation Hospital.

08/22/2025

Back-to-school jitters? Here’s when it’s more than first-day nerves.

A little nervousness is normal, but lingering anxiety can show up as:
🤢 Stomachaches or headaches
🚑 Frequent trips to the nurse
💭 Repeated worries

Penn State Health pediatric counselor Anna Nase recommends:
✔️ Check your own energy – kids notice parents’ emotions
✔️ Reset sleep routines – a well-rested body = calmer mind
✔️ Familiarize your child with school – tours or hallway walks can ease anxiety

Reach out for support – teachers, counselors, or therapists can help kids navigate worries. Supporting them early sets the stage for a strong start! 💪

🔗 Read the full Medical Minute: https://bit.ly/45NgB0S

08/21/2025

After more than two decades of lifesaving service, Life Lion helicopter N600LL has officially retired from the skies.

In its 24 years, N600LL was more than an aircraft — it was a symbol of hope, carrying patients and crews through thousands of critical missions across central Pennsylvania.

📸 As we shared earlier this month, N600LL took its final flight with the same pilot who first flew it in 2001. Now, we invite you to look back at its remarkable journey in photos: https://bit.ly/460E28i

08/20/2025

Nearly 700 American flags waved outside Penn State Health hospitals this summer through our Flags of Honor program. Employees, patients, families and community members purchased flags to honor veterans and active-duty service members, raising $6,821 to support:

🔹 Medical equipment and technology at Penn State Health St. Joseph Medical Center
🔹 Pennsylvania Psychiatric Institute's 2026 relocation.
🔹 Greatest needs at Lancaster, Hampden, Holy Spirit and Milton S. Hershey medical centers.

The tribute was made possible by Penn State Health’s Military and Veteran Business Employee Resource Group, who organized, supplied and placed the flags.

08/19/2025

Superheroes don’t just save the day — sometimes they make it. 🦸‍♂️‍

Captain America, Spider-Man and Superman scaled the walls of Penn State Health Children's Hospital, surprising kids and families with some high-flying fun.

Thanks to Vancena Property Service for keeping this heroic tradition alive for the ninth year in a row.

👉 Read more about this super day: https://bit.ly/45WWf6G

08/18/2025

The American Heart Association has honored Penn State Health hospitals with top awards for delivering high-quality, evidence-based care for stroke, heart failure and coronary artery disease. These achievements reflect the expertise of our care teams and their commitment to improving outcomes for patients across central Pennsylvania.

Penn State Health Holy Spirit Medical Center, Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center and Penn State Health St. Joseph Medical Center also received the association’s new Commitment to Quality Award — a distinction earned by only 158 hospitals nationwide.

Read more about the awards each of our hospitals earned: https://bit.ly/47AAw5I

The American Heart Association has honored Penn State Health’s hospitals with a series of prestigious awards for following up-to-date, research-based guidelines in treating stroke and heart disease.

08/15/2025

A new school year means more than just buying supplies — it’s also a good time to make sure your child is healthy, rested and ready to learn. Penn State Health pediatricians share simple steps to ease the back-to-school transition, from checkups and vaccines to sleep and mental health.

To read the full Medical Minute, visit: https://bit.ly/4mgBoRo

08/14/2025

Scalpels, sutures and science — oh my! High school students jumped into the fast-paced world of medicine at Science of Surgery Camp, practicing skills like suturing, placing chest tubes and performing intubations. Guided by physicians, surgeons and educators from Penn State Health and Penn State College of Medicine, they gained hands-on experience and valuable insights.

This annual camp welcomes students from diverse backgrounds and offers an exciting opportunity to explore science, medicine and technology — sparking curiosity and passion for the future of health care.

The program is a partnership between Penn State Health, Penn State College of Medicine and Penn State Harrisburg.