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Plain Dealer- Published on 05/18/13

If you're looking for a physician who doesn't charge those expensive facility fees that are being added to so many doctor bills these days, you can find hundreds of them at the My Value Physician website.

Sun News- Published on 01/23/13

Parma Community General Hospital has opened a new Outpatient Center on its Powers Boulevard campus.

Sun News- Published on 01/17/13

Emergency rooms at both Parma Community General Hospital and Kaiser Permanente on Snow Road have seen more visitors in recent weeks due to the flu epidemic.

Plain Dealer- Published on 01/08/13

An emergency room visit to Parma Community General Hospital for Julia Ellifritt’s daughter had a surprising ending, it ended up saving Julia’s life too. Like many mothers, Julia never took time to care for herself like she does her children. Thanks to general surgeon, Dr. Peter Carrillo, Julia has a second chance and a new outlook on being proactive in her health.

Sun Post- Published on 12/22/12

After Kathleen DePiero's delivery at Parma Hospital this November, the DePieros’ wrote a letter to the Sun News recognizing our OB team and the great work they do every day, and of our special services for moms. New mothers get a free massage after delivering, and their babies can enjoy care in our nursery while their moms rest.

Balanced Living- Published December 2012

Starting a new fitness routine? This Balanced Living article offers some great tips for exercising in the cold from Parma Hospital physician, Dr. Steczyk.

The value of charity care, outreach programs and other community benefits increased in 2011 

Plain Dealer- Published on 11/27/12

The value of charity care, outreach programs and other community benefits provided by four of Northeast Ohio's best-known, nonprofit health systems rose to nearly $850 million in 2011. According to the latest tax filings, the Cleveland Clinic, University Hospitals, Southwest General Health Center and Parma Community General Hospital provided community benefits that included millions in financial assistance, or free care, as well as money spent helping others through community outreach programs, research and workforce training.

Senior drivers can refresh, assess skills behind the wheel 

Plain Dealer- Published on 10/29/12

Road rules change, vehicles change, and so do your senses. Those are three reasons why some drivers who got their licenses decades ago are turning to refresher classes or evaluation services to ensure their skills are sharp enough to stay behind the wheel. Safety is the main concern, said Lisa Profio, a licensed practical nurse who administers a driving assessment program for the elderly through Parma Community General Hospital.

Sun News- Published on 10/25/12

Parma Community General Hospital has been recognized as the 2013 best hospital in Cuyahoga County when it comes to cardiology services and coronary intervention.

Balanced Living Magazine- Published on 10/01/12

In the United States, about 30 to 40 percent of cases of stomach flu in children are caused by a virus called the norovirus, and the Centers for Disease Control estimates there are 21 million cases of this one bug every year. Parma Community General Hospital Pediatrician, Dr. Diane Butler, explains what every parent need to know about their kids and the stomach flu.

Balanced Living Magazine- Published on 10/01/12

Over a million joint replacements – partial and total – are done every year. Parma Hospital Joint Camp Coordinator, Janet Babinyecz, RN, CNS, explains the benefits of presurgical conditioning for a joint replacement. Check out the story for details, and if you’re interested, sign-up for the next joint camp.

Balanced Living Magazine- Published on 10/01/12

Parma Hospital Family Practice physician, Dr. Jason Sustersic, knows that the sedentary sport of watching football is important to a lot of fans. But in this article, he recommends getting up several times during games to move around or exercise.

Sun News- Published on 09/20/12

The ElderCenter on State Road in Parma is not the only adult-day-services program in Cuyahoga County, but the staff there believes it stands out. That’s partly because the center- an outreach of Parma Community General Hospital- offers a wide and unique array of programs.

Plain Dealer- Published on 09/22/12

How can you tell the difference between a medical center with private-practice doctors and one with more expensive hospital departments? Looks may be deceiving, experts warn. Their big difference is really on the inside- in how they are run. Here’s a look at the landscape.

Plain Dealer- Published on 08/28/12

More families are looking to adult day care centers to help them keep their loved ones living at home as long as possible. There are more than 4,600 adult day care centers in the United States, according to the National Adult Day Services Association.

Plain Dealer- Published on 08/14/12

Parma Community General Hospital has introduced water birthing as a delivery option for moms-to-be. On July 11 -- just two days after installing the necessary equipment -- the hospital's first water-birth baby was born.

News Net 5- Aired on 07/05/12

Parma Hospital ranked better than most hospitals in the recently released Consumer Reports Health Ratings Center’s patient safety ratings. On a scale of 1 to 100, we received a score of 59. More than half of all hospitals surveyed scored lower than 50.

Becker's Hospital Review- Published on 06/29/12

Parma Community General Hospital was recognized in 100 Great Community Hospitals by Becker’s Hospital Review for our commitment to the health of our local population through clinical excellence, community involvement and various other efforts.

BBC News- Aired on 07/06/12

The BBC visited Parma Hospital to hear from local residents about what parts of the reform they feel are most important, as well as what other issues they feel are vital to the upcoming presidential election.

Fox 8, New Day Cleveland- Aired on 06/20/12

Need some extra energy today? Before you reach for your favorite energy drink, think before you sip. Katie Miklavcic, a Parma Hospital Registered Dietitian, explains what ingredients to watch for when choosing an energy drink and what it really is that you’re drinking.

Sun News- Published on 06/17/12

One of the hardest decisions some senior citizens will face is whether to give up driving. Parma Community General Hospital, starting this week, will help make that transition, if it’s necessary, a little easier.

WTAM 1110- Published on 06/03/12

Opening day ceremonies were held in North Royalton at the new Family YMCA. Hundreds were on hand for the festivities, which began with the North Royalton High School Band performing, followed by a flag raising conducted by U.S. Marines. The $9.2 million dollar facility was constructed with the help of Parma Community General Hospital which has a therapy center attached to the building.

News Net 5- Aired on 06/03/12

Physical therapy will be available at the new YMCA. Parma Community General Hospital has added a 7,500 square foot therapy center with a separate entrance within the facility, including a therapy pool and aquatic treadmill, seven consultation and treatment rooms and a therapy gym.

Sun News- Published on 05/26/12

A relatively new program at Parma Community General Hospital is quickly gaining popularity among women throughout Greater Cleveland.

Sun News- Published on 01/26/12

Parma Community General Hospital has been named the best hospital in Ohio- and among the top 5% in the nation- for coronary interventional procedures.

Sun News- Published on 01/26/12

Former Mayor congratulates Parma Community General Hospital on their outstanding designation from HealthGrades, a nationwide independent source of physician information and hospital quality.

Sun News- Published on 01/26/12

Congratulations to Parma Community General Hospital which was just named the best hospital in Ohio for coronary intervention procedures.

News Channel 5- Aired on 01/01/12

Anya Zurlo was born at 12:10 on New Year's Day morning. A Parma Community General Hospital spokesperson said that Anya was the first baby born in Cuyahoga County in 2012.

Sun News- Published on 09/08/11

Parma Community General Hospital's HealthiHer women's health program made a stop in North Royalton on August 18. More than 80 women gathered at Maria Gardens to learn new gardening tips from manager Tim Stopper, and participate in an interactive cooking demonstration with Rebecca Dingle, Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine Program.

WJWX Fox 8- Aired 12/28/10

After a hospital in Maryland implemented a policy prohibiting video, film and still photography of deliveries until five minutes after birth, Fox 8 News Reporter Danielle Frizzi visited Parma Hospital's Small Wonders Maternity unit and interviewed OB/GYN Stephany George for her thoughts on this policy. Parma Hospital's policy states if the attending physician, nurses and mother consent, then photos are allowed.

WEWS Channel 5 News- Aired 05/05/10

Tackling Popular Weight Loss Beliefs, featuring Dr. Jennifer Wurst.

Parma Hospital Cuts ER Wait Time

WKYC Channel 3 News - Aired 01/23/09

Parma Hospital's Doc at the Door ER program.

Plain Dealer - Published 03/09/09 

Parma Hospital's Doc at the Door ER program.