Category: Health

Parkview Health Named No. 3 Nonprofit, No. 18 Overall by Inspiring Workplaces Group

Parkview Health was recently selected as the No. 3 nonprofit organization and No. 18 overall on the 2024 North American Inspiring Workplaces Top 100 list. It’s the first time Parkview has been recognized by the international Inspiring Workplaces Group (IW), which recognizes and helps shape the forward-thinking organizations that put their people first. Parkview ranked within…

$730,000 Awarded to Paulding County Trails Project!

$730,000 has been awarded for the construction of recreational trails and safe pathway development in the Paulding County, Ohio community. The Paulding County Trails Committee, in partnership with the Paulding County Commissioners, is thrilled to announce a significant development in community enhancement: the allocation of $730,000 for recreational trail development. This transformative project aims to…

Parkview’s Schultz named Nursing Educator of the Year by Indiana Nurses Foundation

Stephani Schultz, nursing professional development med/surg specialist for Parkview Health, was recently named the Nursing Educator of the Year by the Indiana Nurses Foundation (INF). Schultz was recognized for her work in nursing research and development of evidence-based practices for Parkview, as well as for the daily support she provides to other members of Parkview’s…

Choice Physical Therapy Joins Hicksville Community

Choice Physical Therapy opened their first clinic in Auburn, IN July 2022. Choice was founded by two physical therapists with over 20 years of experience, Brian Roth and Andy Wagner. In Hicksville, Brady Stabler and Ethan Linder, two local PTs, are providing excellent physical therapy care. They offer In-clinic traditional outpatient services, In-home Physical Therapy, and Workspace…

NSCC PHLEBOTOMY & MEDICAL ASSISTING GRADUATES CELEBRATED AT PINNING CEREMONY

Three students from the medical assisting program, along with twelve students from the phlebotomy technician program were recognized at a special ceremony held earlier this week at Northwest State Community College. Both options lead to entry-level positions in the health care field, and students earning the phlebotomy technician certificate may choose to continue their education…

This week on PCBW: Holistic Wizard Wellness

This week on PCBW we hear from Joel Fields, owner of Holistic Wizard Wellness in Paulding, Ohio. Listen in as Joel walks through his journey to becoming a licensed massage therapist and a business owner. Learn how his passion for holistic health, and nearly a decade of experience, has created unique services here in Paulding…

Local 5K organization Receives donation

Congratulations to One Step at a Time 5k Run/Walk for recently receiving a $1,000 grant from Defiance Moose Lodge #2094. This money was used for the suicide prevention events that were held all throughout this past week, along side Team Kevins. Pictured receiving the grant (l-r) is Sherri Hammersmith – Founder of One Step at…

Hands Of Hope Hosts Pam Stenzel

Hands of Hope Pregnancy Services hosted Pam Stenzel at the Paulding HS/MS auditeria on Wednesday night, April 17. Pam talked about sexual integrity, choices, worth, and health. There was a crowd of about 50 teens and many adults as well. Many who came commented that she was very inspiring and she educated them on various issues. …

Parkview Health Respiratory Therapist Receives National Award

Parkview Health Respiratory Therapist Chase Gorman was recognized recently with the PHIL Award, a national honor recognizing therapists who provide exemplary care for patients with respiratory illnesses. Gorman is the first-ever Parkview co-worker to receive the award from The FACES Foundation, although more than 40 therapists within the system were nominated by patients for consideration…

Dr. Alan Yahanda returns to Fort Wayne and Parkview Health to lead Packnett Family Cancer Institute

Alan M. Yahanda, MD, an accomplished surgical oncologist and physician leader, has been named president of the Parkview Packnett Family Cancer Institute (PFCI). Dr. Yahanda previously practiced for many years in Fort Wayne, providing surgical care for cancer patients at Parkview hospitals from 2000-2013. “Dr. Yahanda’s return to Parkview is a win for our entire…

Local Licensed Massage Therapist, Holistic Wizard Wellness, LLC Opens to Serve Area

Holistic Wizard Wellness, LLC, a new business started by Joel Fields, a licensed massage therapist with over eight years of experience, officially opened its doors on January 2, 2024. Located at 12705 Road 162 in Paulding, Ohio, Holistic Wizard Wellness offers therapeutic massage services aimed at providing deep relaxation and relief for individuals facing symptoms…

Mercy Health Life Flight Network Unveils New Helicopter

Mercy Health is pleased to announce the addition of a new helicopter into the Mercy Health Life Flight Network fleet. This new helicopter is our first AgustaWestland AW119 Koala EMS helicopter – a lighter weight model that offers more options on landing sites to be closer to where EMS agencies are responding to emergencies. When…