St. Clair is a nationally recognized, integrated health system providing Expert Care From People Who Care to the residents of southwestern Pennsylvania.
We've received an outpouring of community support in the past few weeks. We'd like to especially thank Rebecca from Mt. Lebanon. Rebecca painted rocks with inspirational messages on them and placed them at the entrances of the Hospital. Thank you for your act of kindness!
We're grateful for the community support we've received in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. A special thank you to Rycon Construction for its generous donation of negative air machines and N95 masks. (1/2)
We are so grateful for our employees and the work they are doing to serve our patients and the community. St. Clair’s staff is second to none, and you have all shown your dedication during these trying times. Thank you for your commitment and sacrifice.
Our cardiovascular experts help people like Tim get back in rhythm with services including diagnosis, treatment, rehabilitation, and wellness.
Learn more:
Dunlap Family Outpatient Center: Ready to meet the growing needs of this community. Built to be the best possible place to get better. Learn more about the facility here.
Preparing
#Thanksgiving
foods can be trickier than many people expect. Our clinical collaborator,
@MayoClinic
shared that far too many people accidentally carve up their hands while trying to carve up the turkey. Stay safe this Thanksgiving and read more:
Research shows that positivity is good for your heart health. Our clinical collaborator,
@MayoClinic
, has found that negative feelings, often a result of too much stress, may affect how your body functions. Read more: .
In honor of Men's Health Month, our clinical collaborator,
@MayoClinic
, shares men's
#wellness
tips. Medical professionals stress the importance of being proactive and seeking medical attention sooner rather than later. Learn more: .
#MensHealth
#Tips
Looking for a second opinion? Through our clinical collaboration with
@MayoClinic
you as a patient, are able to receive a second opinion (eConsult) for a complex medical condition from a Mayo Clinic specialist at no cost. Learn more:
These machines and masks will help to keep our patients and health care professionals safe and ensure we're able to provide the highest quality health care to the region. (2/2)
This week was St. Clair’s Employee Holiday Party! Management staff served tasty holiday treats to celebrate our employees’ dedication to providing expert care to our community!
Thank you to all of our employees and have a
#HappyHoliday
!
Today, members of the Bower Hill Community Church dropped off blankets that were made for patients within our Hematology and Oncology Unit.
Thank you to all who contributed!
#DidYouKnow
that 7 out of 10 U.S. deaths are caused by chronic disease and that the majority of them are preventable?
Dr. Amanda Hercules-Smith, a primary care physician for St. Clair Medical Group, explains how these illnesses can be prevented.
Every year, St. Clair sponsors the
@bgcwpa
#HolidayParty
to help spread some extra holiday cheer. Thanks to the Carnegie Boys & Girls Club for being such a great community partner!
It is National
#BreastCare
Awareness Month. Get on board by scheduling your
#mammogram
at our Breast Care Center. Led by highly experienced women physicians, we offer expert, compassionate care in a discreet, spa-like environment. Learn more: .
@Ms_Liz2
@kabocake
@LeahNTorres
Thank you for bringing this to our attention. Rest assured, individual views expressed on employees' personal pages are not associated with the Hospital, or any of its formal positions or policies.
Colorectal cancer is the second leading cause of cancer death in the United States for both men and women. It is also the most preventable.
Learn how to decrease your chances of developing
#ColorectalCancer
from Dr. Mark Cedar:
Taking care of your
#mentalhealth
is vital. We appreciate seeing advocates speak out, even with the cultural stigma. Watch Kristen Bell give her younger self advice on
#anxietyanddepression
:
Cases of
#colorectalcancer
are increasing in younger adults, often without notable symptoms.
The
@PittsburghPG
spoke to Dr. Mark Cedar, Chair of Gastroenterology at St. Clair Health, about this trend and changes to screening guidelines.
If you are eligible for the COVID vaccine under Phase 1A of the PA Interim Vaccination Plan and live the Hospital’s service area, or are an established patient, then you are now able to call or submit an email for vaccine registration and appointments as supply allows. (1)
Earlier this morning, the Pennsylvania Department of Health notified St. Clair that we will receive one tray of the Pfizer vaccine to administer as first doses this week. (1)
St. Clair Health welcomes Emily N. Galli, M.D., MBA, to the team of experts at St. Clair Medical Group Internal Medicine.
Learn more about Dr. Galli and scheduling an appointment with her here:
Scientists have found that higher levels of alpha
#brain
waves in a specific brain area enable us to think of unexpected associations that signal
#creativity
. If you are wondering how brain waves can enable creative thinking, read more:
#NewStudy
The novel coronavirus (COVID-19) requires us to temporarily adjust our patient visitation policy in order to protect the continued health and well-being of our employees, patients and their families.
St. Clair is a proud member of the Mayo Clinic Care Network. Curious about
@MayoClinic
's history? Watch the Ken Burns documentary “The Mayo Clinic: Faith - Hope - Science” on PBS tonight at 9 pm to learn more.
A water pipe broke earlier this morning in the Hospital’s ER. It was in an area that was closed for the night, so no patients were affected. The ER is open and functioning normally.
We were able to resume first dose vaccinations this week at Twin Towers, Dormont Place, Leo Meyer Manor and Sto-Rox Plaza. We love hearing the feedback from residents about how happy they are to receive the vaccine! Proud to be helping our community
#CancelCovid
.
With the school year in full swing, are you wondering when your child should be kept home from daycare and
#school
when showing symptoms of a
#cold
or flu? Our clinical collaborator,
@MayoClinic
shares facts from specialists and tips to prevent
#illnesses
.
During
#NurseAppreciationWeek
, the
@MarchofDimes
of Western PA collaborated with
@4moms
to donate a mamaRoo to St. Clair and a bag of treats for our wonderful NICU nurses! A huge thank you to all of our NICU nurses and the care they provide our NICU babies and families every day.
Thank you to
@CrownCastle
for donating over 2,400 meals to our employees in need during COVID-19, and to
@412FoodRescue
for generously transporting the meals to St. Clair. We're extremely grateful for the continued support and generosity of those who live in our region.
Yesterday, Sara Frickle, founder of M.R. Boxes, dropped off an assortment of boxes for fathers who go through infant loss at St. Clair Health's Family Birth Center.
Thank you to M.R. Boxes for the donation and this new partnership!
Thank you to Donati & Sons for the hard work that you put in to decorate our facilities this holiday season. Your work allows us to spread
#holiday
cheer to all employees, patients, and visitors!
“St. Clair is the heart and soul of our community.” – Steve Young. We recognize that we could not be where we are today without the support of the community and our
#donors
! Today we spotlight and thank, Steve Young:
Congratulations to Dr. G. Alan Yeasted and his wife, JoEllen Yeasted, for being recognized at the Outreach Teen & Family Services Donor Appreciation Dinner! They received the Community Champions Award this year!
May is a busy month for us at St. Clair Hospital! Take a look at our event calendar and allow us to help with everything from breastfeeding to nutrition and fitness:
We are so excited to have been named to the list of Top 100 performing hospitals by
@IBMWatson
! Thank you to our wonderful staff who continue to provide excellent care and experiences!
#Top100
#Pittsburgh
Not having enough time to
#exercise
is one of the top reasons people give up on their New Year's resolution to get in better shape. Check out the "Fab 5" exercises from our clinical collaborator,
@MayoClinic
that you can do in the office to stay on track.
Today is
#EmployeeAppreciationDay
!
Throughout the day, employees enjoyed a morning treat of coffee and donuts from
@peacelovecle
, followed by a special pet therapy session with some pawsome pups. Thank you to our hardworking and dedicated employees!
Groundbreaking medical announcement made today at St. Clair Hospital’s Heart Team Summit. Industry pioneer, Michael Mack, M.D, Medical Director of Cardiovascular Surgery at
@bswhealth
, announced FDA approval for Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR) for low risk patients.
Congratulations to Felicia E. Snead, MD, FASTRO, for making the 2023 Castle Connolly Top Black Doctors list! These exceptional black doctors are among the top 7% of physicians in the U.S., and represent the diversity of the Castle Connolly Top Doctor network.
Congrats Dr. Snead!
Vaccination efforts are the beginning of the end of the COVID-19 health crisis. Thank you to our staff who have been on the frontlines, caring for the most sick patients, since the very beginning. As the New Year approaches, we’re doing everything in our power to
#CancelCovid
.
Our Clinical Collaborator,
@MayoClinic
, shares information about the symptoms and causes of
#CeliacDisease
.
To find out when to see a doctor, click here:
After one year of battling
#COVID19
, we'd like to thank all of our healthcare workers around the world, especially our own
#healthcareheroes
at St. Clair.
We thank you for your sacrifice and dedication over this past year.
#CancelCovid
Are you worried about changes in your
#bowel
habits? Sudden changes are often harmless, but significant changes can indicate an underlying health condition. To learn more about the different diagnoses and treatments, read
#Treatment
#Diagnosis
#DYK
May is Stroke Awareness month? Maria Abraham, a neurology physician assistant at St. Clair, is going to explain the signs and symptoms of a stroke. Learn about the acronym FAST and its importance when detecting a stroke.
#StrokeAwarenessMonth
We're celebrating the nurses in our Level II Special Care Nursery at our Family Birth Center during
#NationalNeonatalNursesWeek
who treat
#premature
babies. Thank you for providing individualized care and close monitoring to the babies who need it the most!
#NeonatalNursesWeek
Pharmacists play a vital role in the recovery of each of our patients by ensuring that medication is prescribed safely and effectively.
Today is
#NationalPharmacistDay
, so help us by thanking our amazing Pharmacy team for all of their hard work!
Did you know that Registered Dietician Nutritionists offer advice on nutrition and healthy eating habits to help people improve their overall health?
Join us in celebrating
#RegisteredDieticianNutritionistDay
by recognizing these professionals for their hard work and dedication!