Board certified internal medicine physician Bolanle Adepoju, MD, has joined Goshen Center for Cancer Care. She specializes in diagnosing and treating adult patients with cancers of the blood, lymph nodes and immune system, as well as a variety of solid organ cancers.

Three supportive care providers have joined the Integrative Care Team at Goshen Center for Cancer Care. The Integrative Care Team provides complementary therapies which work together with standard treatment methods to support the whole patient: mind, body and spirit.

Jacob Nolan, PA-C, now treats patients who walk into Urgent Care Goshen Physicians for treatment of minor illnesses and injuries. Nolan quickly assesses patient needs, prescribes medicine and performs minimally invasive procedures for patients of all ages.

Urs von Holzen, MD, MBA, FACS, has been appointed Medical Director at Goshen Center for Cancer Care. He oversees quality performance standards and guides strategic planning, growth and development for the cancer center.

Jonathan Newhall, PA-C, has joined the medical oncology team at Goshen Center for Cancer Care. He provides clinical care for patients who receive drug therapy for most types of cancer or blood disorders.

Neli Ribbens, MS, RDN, LD, has joined the integrative care team at Goshen Center for Cancer Care. She provides patients and their families with nutrition therapy and individualized education from the start of cancer treatment through survivorship.

The pulmonology group at Goshen Center for Cancer Care welcomes certified Family Nurse Practitioner Marlise Webber to its care team.

Registered Dietitian Maria Brown has joined the Integrative Care Team at Goshen Center for Cancer Care. She provides nutritional care and education for patients with all types of cancer by assessing nutritional needs and helping patients manage symptoms related to cancer treatment. 

Goshen Center for Cancer Care received the Sustained Excellence Award by the Indiana Cancer Consortium (ICC). The award recognized the center's continued commitment to cancer research, leading-edge technology and patient advocacy.

Leah Sherman, ND, now welcomes new patients at Goshen Center for Cancer Care. She provides naturopathic and integrative medicine to support patients with cancer in all stages of active treatment and beyond. Her evidence-based, natural therapies help patients manage cancer-related side effects, improve quality of life and support wellness.

Ebenezer Kio, MD, has been appointed Director of Clinical Research at Goshen Center for Cancer Care. He coordinates strategic planning, development and compliance oversight for the center’s clinical research program. He also continues his clinical practice in medical oncology.

Shobhit Sharma, PA, has joined Urgent Care Goshen Physicians. He provides immediate care for patients six months or older with common illnesses or minor injuries. 

Goshen Center for Cancer Care has expanded its team of board certified specialists with the addition of Interventional Pulmonologist Muhammad “Sammy” Bostaji, MD. Dr. Bostaji provides the most advanced minimally invasive procedures to diagnose patients with diseases or disorders of the lungs, airways, esophagus and chest. He is specially trained in endoscopic procedures to remove blockages from the lung airways.

Board certified Medical Oncologist Kennedy “Kenny” Iheanacho, MD, joined Goshen Center for Cancer Care. Dr. Iheanacho recently completed fellowship training in hematology and oncology at Tulane University in New Orleans, Louisiana. He specializes in the treatment of all types of cancers, including cancers of the blood and solid organs. He also treats noncancerous disorders of the blood.

When Michael Hartnagel lost his father Ralph to cancer, he wanted to do something special to honor him. Ralph had said he was able to stay positive by focusing on his faith, family, friends, fun and fitness. Michael adopted these values to found Metastatic Mission, a nonprofit that raises money for cancer research and provides care packages to encourage patients with cancer.

AshLynn Weaver, MSN, APRN, FNP-C, now treats patients at Urgent Care Goshen Physicians. She provides health care for patients of all ages who need immediate treatment for common illnesses and minor injuries.

Tracy Ford, FNP-BC, CWCN-AP, has joined Urgent Care Goshen Physicians, where she will focus on diagnosing and treating injuries and illnesses that require immediate medical attention.

Certified Family Nurse Practitioner Amy Golden has joined Urgent Care Goshen Physicians, where she provides medical care for patients of all ages, from infants and adolescents to adults. Golden has over 15 years of experience in occupational medicine, urgent care and pediatric intensive care.

Katelyn Thompson, MSN, FNP-BC, now provides immediate care for patients of all ages at Urgent Care Goshen Physicians. She focuses on diagnosing and treating patients with minor illnesses, infections or injuries.

Pamela JB Stone, MD, has joined the surgical oncology team at Goshen Center for Cancer Care. She specializes in caring for women with all stages of cancer in the reproductive organs. With triple board certification in obstetrics and gynecology, gynecologic oncology, and palliative medicine and hospice, Dr. Stone is well qualified to care for patients before, during and after cancer diagnosis.

By most clinical standards, the process of preparing treatment plans for patients who need radiation therapy can take several days. Precise calculations for tumor targeting and organ sparing are completed prior to the start of treatment. If there are changes to a patient’s anatomy during the course of treatment, a significant delay may occur. At Goshen Center for Cancer Care, thanks to Ethos™ Therapy, artificial intelligence and machine learning can create and adapt plans for physicians’ review within minutes – all while the patient remains on the treatment couch.

Certified Family Nurse Practitioner Cathy Wesson has joined the medical oncology team at the Goshen Center for Cancer Care. Wesson cares for patients with cancer during chemotherapy and other medical treatments. She also helps advance the center's clinical trials program.

Three patient advocates with Goshen Center for Cancer Care received the Dedication Award at this year's Coaches vs. Cancer Night of the Stars event, held at the United Federal Credit Union Rooftop at Four Winds Field in South Bend, Ind.

A generous donation by the Fraternal Order of Eagles will have a significant impact on patient care at Goshen Center for Cancer Care.

Elise Sharkey, PA, has joined the surgical oncology team at Goshen Center for Cancer Care. She assists oncologists during surgeries for patients with various types of cancers. Sharkey also provides a continuity of care for patients from initial assessment to post-surgery follow-up.

LaToya Lewis, ND, has started a two-year residency in naturopathic medicine at Goshen Center for Cancer Care. She provides natural therapies and lifestyle recommendations that support the body’s natural ability to heal and increase the effectiveness of conventional cancer treatments.

Surgical Oncologist Sharmila Roy Chowdhury, MD, has joined Goshen Center for Cancer Care. She has extensive experience in the surgical treatment of hepatobiliary and pancreatic cancers, gastrointestinal cancers, sarcomas and endocrine tumors. In addition to laparoscopic and robotic surgeries, Dr. Roy Chowdhury has advanced training in therapies that combine surgery and chemotherapy in one procedure to treat patients with peritoneal cancer and other abdominal malignancies.

Judith Huff, NP, has joined the medical oncology team at Goshen Center for Cancer Care. She treats patients with cancer as they go through chemotherapy or biotherapy and helps manage symptoms of treatment.

Board certified hematologist-oncologist Katarina Leckova, MD, has joined Goshen Center for Cancer Care. Dr. Leckova diagnoses and treats all types of cancer and has a special interest in treating patients with blood diseases and cancers, such as leukemia, lymphoma and myeloma.

Goshen Center for Cancer Care has earned reaccreditation from the Commission on Cancer (CoC), a national quality program of the American College of Surgeons. Accreditation evaluates continuous quality improvement of cancer services through an onsite visit and data reporting to the National Cancer Database, a joint initiative of the CoC and the American Cancer Society.

Gopal Menon, MBBS, MD, MPH, MBA, has joined the surgical oncology team at Goshen Center for Cancer Care. Dr. Menon has advanced training in minimally invasive and robotic procedures to treat cancers of the head and neck, esophagus, liver, pancreas, stomach and colon. He recently completed his surgical oncology fellowship at Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center in Buffalo, New York.

Heather Whitehead, MSN, RN, FNP-BC, has joined the Interventional Pulmonology Department at Goshen Center for Cancer Care. She works directly with Dr. Muhammad “Sammy” Bostaji to provide patient care and coordinate individual treatment plans. She assists with treatment of cancer and other diseases in the lungs, esophagus and chest.

Duane Miller, DNP, APRN, FNP-BC, has joined Urgent Care Goshen Physicians. He is a board certified nurse practitioner who specializes in emergency medicine.

Marie Bennion, MSN, RN, FNP-BC, has joined Urgent Care Goshen Physicians as a board certified family nurse practitioner. She provides immediate care for patients of all ages who walk into the clinic for treatment of minor illnesses and injuries.

Goshen Center for Cancer Care received a $10,000 transportation services grant from the American Cancer Society (ACS). The grant helps local patients who have limited or no access to transportation get to their scheduled treatments at the Center for Cancer Care.

 Muhammad Ahmed, MD, recently joined Goshen Center for Cancer Care. He is a board certified medical oncologist who specializes in treating patients with a wide range of cancers and benign blood disorders. Dr. Ahmed has strong interest in advanced treatments for patients with gastrointestinal cancer such as colon cancer, and breast cancer.

Patients with malignant pleural mesothelioma (MPM) now have new hope, with the first FDA-approved treatment in more than 15 years. Healthcare providers at Goshen Center for Cancer Care are certified to prescribe a wearable and portable medical device which delivers NovoTTF-100L to treat this cancer. Goshen Center for Cancer Care is one of the first in the country to offer this innovative treatment.

Cancer patients benefitting from this artificial intelligence-powered, personalized radiation therapy Since deploying Ethos™ adaptive therapy in September 2020, Goshen Center for Cancer Care has completed over 1,000 adaptive radiotherapy sessions for patients with pelvic cancer.

Goshen Center for Cancer Care is the second in the state and the only facility in Northern Indiana to be accredited by the National Accreditation Program for Rectal Cancer (NAPRC). A quality program of the American College of Surgeons, NAPRC accreditation can be achieved only by meeting rigorous standards for patient care. Nationwide, 85 facilities have achieved this distinction.

Window panes couldn't hide the big smiles and enthusiastic waves from 21 veterans who greeted well-wishers during a outdoor walk around Courtyard Healthcare Center in Goshen on Veterans Day. Goshen Home Care & Hospice Colleagues and veteran volunteers stopped at residents' windows marked with a star to honor them for their military service.

The COVID-19 pandemic has brought many changes and challenges to health care, but Goshen Physicians remains committed to increasing access to care in our communities.

People in need of same-day medical care can now make appointments online for visits at Goshen Physicians Family Medicine & Urgent Care – 2824 Elkhart Rd, Goshen. It's an easy, convenient way to skip the line in the waiting room.

Sabrina McKinney, FNP-BC, has joined the provider team at Goshen Physicians Family Medicine & Urgent Care as a family nurse practitioner. She provides immediate medical care for patients who have non-emergency illnesses or minor injuries.

Goshen Health is hosting a free Zoom webinar to discuss the early signs of heart attack on Tuesday, February 15 at 2 pm. 

Madeline Vandecappelle, MD, provides a full spectrum of care to patients of all ages at Goshen Physicians Family Medicine Middlebury. She specializes in family medicine with a focus on preventive care and management of chronic diseases.  

Immediate medical care for sudden injuries to bones, muscles or joints is now available without an appointment at Goshen Orthopedics.

Goshen Health is now offering free advance care planning seminars at Goshen Hospital in the Arbor Conference Center. Advance care planning is a process to document the medical care you want to receive if you would become unable to communicate your wishes.

Abigail Nehls, a registered nurse at Goshen Center for Cancer Care, received Goshen Health’s DAISY (Diseases Attacking the Immune SYstem) Award recently for the loving care she provided a patient undergoing chemotherapy. The award is part of an international program that honors and celebrates the skillful, compassionate care nurses provide every day.

If you’re a caregiver for a family member or friend, you may have questions about what services are available to help you – either now or in the future. That’s why Goshen Health is hosting a Caregivers’ Navigation event, to provide information, answers and resources to the many questions of caregivers.

Cutting-edge new robotic technology now helps doctors reach distant areas of the lungs to biopsy lesions without invasive surgery at Goshen Center for Cancer Care.

Beginning in March, Rebecca Johnson, DO, will be welcoming new patients at Goshen Physicians Family Medicine Milford. Dr. Johnson provides care for adult patients who have diverse needs; manages a wide range of diseases, illnesses and chronic conditions; and specializes in geriatrics.

Devon Perkins, PA, certified physician assistant, now provides all aspects of care for patients at Goshen Center for Cancer Care. As a mid-level provider, she also assists surgical oncologists during surgical procedures. Medical procedures such as biopsies, excisions and acute skin disorders interest Devon who appreciates the daily variety in her work.

Patrick Stevens, DO, has joined the team of family medicine doctors at Goshen Physicians Family Medicine Nappanee. He provides comprehensive primary care to patients of all ages and generations.

Matthew Wells, MD, is welcoming new patients at Goshen Physicians Family Medicine in Syracuse. He provides comprehensive care for patients of all ages, from newborns to senior citizens and everyone in-between.

Free advance care planning assistance offered by Goshen Health can help start a conversation about how you want to live at the end of life.

Goshen Home Care & Hospice is offering a six-week virtual grief support group this summer. The support group is free and open to the public. Emotional support, storytelling and discussion about ongoing grief experiences will be the focus. To attend (and receive the link), contact Cassandra Long at (574) 238-7033.

In addition to taking precautions and getting vaccinated, our community can best support local hospitals right now by utilizing primary and urgent care services when it’s not an emergency. 

The Birthplace at Goshen Hospital was recognized with the INspire: Hospital of Distinction 2021 award from the Indiana Hospital Association. INspire was developed to encourage birthing hospitals to implement the best-practice care for Hoosier moms and babies and recognize hospitals for excellence in addressing key drivers of maternal and infant health – with the goal of reducing maternal and infant mortality.

Patients faced with changes to their physical appearance caused by disease or medical treatment now have more options for care at Goshen Health, thanks to an affiliation between the Goshen Center for Cancer Care and the plastic surgeons at The Centre, P.C., in Mishawaka, Ind.

Brian Miller, MD, now welcomes new patients at Goshen Physicians Family Medicine Keystone. He provides complete care for the entire family, from newborns and adolescents to young adults and older generations. Dr. Miller has a special interest in preventive care and helping patients take care of their overall health.

Rebecca Johnson, DO, has joined Goshen Physicians Family Medicine in Ligonier. Dr. Johnson specializes in geriatrics and primarily provides care for adult patients of all ages who have diverse needs to manage a wide range of diseases, illnesses and chronic conditions.

James Wheeler, MD, PhD, of Goshen Center for Cancer Care presented the findings of a research study he completed with seven of his Colleagues at the American College of Radiation Oncology (ACRO) conference March 10. 

A small blister or sore can turn into a big problem if left untreated. The longer a slow-healing wound goes without proper treatment, the greater the chance of infection, hospitalization or even limb loss.

Rene Alonzo, MD, has joined Goshen Physicians Family Medicine Pro Park. He provides complete care for the entire family, from newborns and adolescents to young adults and older generations.

Goshen Heart & Vascular Center’s pulmonary rehabilitation program was recently certified by the American Association of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation (AACVPR). The certification recognizes the center’s rehab program as being a leader for employing the most advanced practices in pulmonary rehabilitation and having proven track records of high-quality patient care.

Goshen Hospital has been recognized by the American College of Cardiology for its expertise in treating patients experiencing chest pain, which can be an early sign and symptom of a heart attack. The hospital was awarded Chest Pain Center accreditation based on the speed and quality of care received from the first medical contact by our EMS partners, emergency department and cardiovascular specialists—their collective evaluation, diagnosis and treatment of patients experiencing chest pain. Assessment for the accreditation included every step of the process—from community education on early heart attack care to emergency care and admission to post-discharge education and recommendations.

Board certified obstetrician and gynecologist James Lindemulder, DO, is joining Goshen Physicians OB/GYN on March 1, 2023. He specializes in women’s health care, including minimally invasive surgical techniques, routine checkups and screenings and care throughout pregnancy.

Itzel Rodriguez Medina, a registered nurse in The Birthplace at Goshen Hospital received Goshen Health’s DAISY (Diseases Attacking the Immune SYstem) Award recently for the loving care she provided a patient who lost her baby. The award is part of an international program that honors and celebrates the skillful, compassionate care nurses provide every day.

The American College of Cardiology has again recognized Goshen Hospital as a leader in heart attack care for the twelfth year in a row. The hospital is one of 262 hospitals nationwide to receive the Platinum Performance Achievement Award for excellence in heart attack care.

Goshen Wound & Hyperbaric Center received the Center of Distinction Award from Healogics, certified provider of advanced wound care services by The Joint Commission. When wounds don’t heal on their own, it may be necessary to see a wound care specialist to prevent scarring, infection, gangrene or, in extreme cases, even loss of limb.

Since 2012, Goshen Hospital’s Echocardiography Department has been accredited by Intersocietal Accreditation Commission (IAC) Echocardiography. While accreditations are renewed every three years, IAC Echocardiography is now recognizing hospitals reaching 10 years of continuous accreditation for their commitment to improving patient outcomes and safety in echocardiography.

Goshen Heart & Vascular Center’s cardiovascular rehabilitation program was recently recertified by the American Association of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation (AACVPR). The association seeks to reduce morbidity, mortality and disability from cardiovascular disease through education, prevention, rehabilitation, research and disease management – improving the quality of life for patients and their families.

Nicholas D. Panting, MD, has joined Goshen Physicians Parkway at 17. He provides primary care for all ages, from newborns and adolescents to young adults and older generations. Dr. Panting has a special interest in women’s health care. His services include care for women during pregnancy, newborn care and attention to establishing healthy mother-baby relationships. He also plans to offer screening colonoscopies.

Goshen Physicians Family Medicine Nappanee is now offering walk-in urgent care services. Lylian Hermann, FNP, will provide walk-in or same day appointments for the treatment of minor illnesses and injuries. Clinic hours are Monday through Thursday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at 1953 Waterfall Drive in Nappanee.

Polly Beasley, Day Surgery, was awarded Goshen Health’s Gardener Award for providing compassionate care to the mother of a patient.

Olivia Williams, registered nurse in Goshen Hospital’s Intensive Care Unit, received the organization’s DAISY Award for the compassionate, expert care she provided a grandmother in the Intensive Care Unit. DAISY stands for Diseases Attacking the Immune System and the award is part of an international program honoring and celebrating the skillful, compassionate care nurses provide every day.

The Birthplace at Goshen Hospital was recognized with the INspire: Hospital of Distinction 2023 award from the Indiana Hospital Association, in partnership with Governor Eric J. Holcomb and State Health Commissioner Lindsay Weaver, M.D., FACEP, at the fourth annual INspire Hospital of Distinction recognition program.

The Birthplace at Goshen Hospital was recently recognized as a Blue Distinction Center for Maternity Care by Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield. Quality of care, cost and access were evaluated as part of the review. The Birthplace met or exceeded nationally established quality measures to receive this recognition.

The intensive care unit (ICU) at Goshen Hospital recently received a silver-level Beacon Award for Excellence from the American Association of Critical-Care Nurses (AACN). This is the fifth time the ICU has received the award, which is bestowed every three years to units who meet or exceed national standards for exceptional patient care and healthy work environments.

Alyssa Stoltzfus, registered nurse in Goshen Hospital’s Intensive Care Unit, received the organization’s DAISY Award for the compassionate, expert care she provided a father in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU).

Metastatic Mission’s run April 20 at Goshen Center for Cancer Care drew about 60 people who showed their support for the runners, many by walking the last mile. After the run, Michael Hartnagel and Nate Spangle delivered 50 care packages for patients with cancer.

The American College of Cardiology and American Heart Association have again recognized Goshen Hospital as in the top 10 percent of hospitals for heart attack care. In 2024, only 259 hospitals in the nation received the NCDR Chest Pain ̶ MI Registry Platinum Performance Achievement Award. Goshen Hospital is the only one in this region to receive the award, and it has consistently met the standards of heart attack care for 13 years – every year since the award has been offered.

Eleonora Meyta, MSN, RN, FNP-BC, now provides immediate medical attention for patients with minor illnesses and injuries at Urgent Care Goshen Physicians.

If diabetes runs in your family, you may be concerned about your risk. The good news is you can change your lifestyle. To find out more, come to the Proactive Diabetes Class on Tuesday, February 11 from 3:00 to 4:30 p.m. in the Home Care conference room at the Retreat, 1147 Professional Drive, Goshen. Anyone is welcome. To register, please call (574) 364-2746 or visit GoshenHealth.com/Find-Events.

Goshen Physicians Family Medicine recently welcomed Diana Marmolejos, NP, to the Lincoln Avenue practice. Diana provides compassionate care for patients of all ages. She works closely with a team of healthcare providers to ensure patients receive the best care possible, whether they have the flu, an ear ache, another common illness or a chronic condition, such as diabetes or heart disease.

Are you a registered nurse or nursing assistant ready to take your career to the next level? If you want to be part of an extraordinary team of Colleagues doing exceptional work, stop by the lobby of Goshen Hospital any Wednesday between 11:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. through March 25. You can get an on-the-spot interview with one of our recruiters and meet leaders from our nursing team. We'll also tell you about sign-on bonuses, tuition loan repayment and other benefits we offer.

If you or a family member has prediabetes, there are steps you can take to prevent or delay the onset of type 2 diabetes. Plan now to attend the Proactive Diabetes Class on Tuesday, March 10 from 3:00 to 4:30 p.m. in the Home Care conference room at the Retreat, 1147 Professional Drive, Goshen.

To help patients get the health care they need from the safety of their own homes, Goshen Physicians is now offering virtual visits with healthcare providers. Beginning this week, offices are calling patients to request them to change their office visit to a virtual visit when appropriate. 

In previous years, Goshen Health has celebrated Doctors’ Day by treating them to breakfast. But this year is like no other, requiring more of the 380 Goshen Health providers than at any other time in their careers.

Virtual visits are now offered at Goshen Center for Cancer Care, Goshen Heart & Vascular Center and Goshen Orthopedics, in addition to Goshen Physicians family medicine offices. In fact, nearly all Goshen Health locations – as well as home-based services like home care and hospice – are equipped to schedule virtual visits. 

Goshen Health leadership has been working closely with state and local agencies to determine the best steps forward to care for patients. After the Governor’s recent order indicating elective surgeries can reopen, the organization began to finalize plans to resume operations at a level that was safe and appropriate

When Kimberly Beachy developed gestational diabetes, she kept the disease under control by eating well and managing a physically demanding job. Then her daughter Claire was born 12 weeks early. The newborn stayed in a neonatal intensive care unit for a month and a half with her mother by her side.

Board certified pediatrician Marlon Brathwaite, MD, has joined Goshen Physicians Pediatrics. He provides care for children of all ages with a wide range of conditions, from mild childhood illnesses to serious chronic diseases.

Goshen Health Auxiliary scholarships are offered every year to help high school students pursue careers in health care, including nursing, pre-med and the sciences. This year, the students collected their awards at a drive-through celebration at Goshen Church of the Brethren.

Board certified neurologist Liz Nafziger, MD, has joined the team of specialists at NeuroCare Center Goshen Physicians. Dr. Nafziger treats a range of neurological conditions, including headache, movement disorders, multiple sclerosis and stroke. She is fellowship trained in hospice and palliative medicine, which has led to a strong interest in helping patients with advance care planning.  

When life takes an unexpected turn, the ideas and plans that seemed rock-solid can suddenly feel shaky. During the September THRIVE program, Bethany Swope, Mind-Body Counselor at Goshen Center for Cancer Care, will lead a virtual discussion on how to foster resilience and a sense of balance through uncertainty and change.

Sultan Niazi, MD, is the new medical director of Goshen Sleep Disorders Center. He is board certified in internal medicine, pulmonary disease and critical care. Dr. Niazi also completed a fellowship in pulmonary, critical care, allergy, immunology and sleep medicine at Thomas Jefferson University, Philadelphia, Penn.

Robert Lane, DO, now welcomes new patients at Goshen Orthopedics. He specializes in complex surgeries of the hand and upper extremities and has advanced training in microsurgical repair of arteries and nerves. Dr. Lane cares for patients with a wide range of orthopedic disorders, including fractures, arthritis, dislocations, ligament injuries, sprains and strains.

Goshen Hospital is one of only 140 hospitals nationwide to receive the American College of Cardiology’s NCDR Chest Pain  ̶  MI Registry Platinum Performance Achievement Award for 2020. This is the ninth consecutive year Goshen Hospital has received this high distinction for providing outstanding care to heart attack patients.

Obstetrician and Gynecologist Rebecca Gindelberger, DO, has joined Goshen Physicians OB/GYN. Dr. Gindelberger provides comprehensive care for women of all ages, whether they are adolescents, starting a family or entering menopause. She also cares for patients who are pregnant, ready to deliver their baby or breastfeeding.

A Goshen Center for Cancer Care oncologists, Dr. Urs von Holzen, was recently published as lead author in Annals of Surgery, one of the world's most highly referenced surgery journal. Dr. von Holzen is Director of Surgical Oncology at the center.

Edith Fraire, NP, is now welcoming new patients at Goshen Physicians Family Medicine Elkhart. She provides holistic, compassionate care to patients of all ages.

Diabetes isn't on pause like so many other aspects of our lives during the pandemic. It is on all day, every day, nonstop.  That's why it's as important as ever for people with diabetes to learn how to manage their condition and take the best care of themselves.

Even in the digital world, shredding important documents is still one of the best ways to protect against identity theft. On Saturday, May 1 from 9:00 a.m. to noon, Goshen Retreat Women’s Health Center will host a community paper shredding event in the Goshen Center for Cancer Care parking lot. Integra Certified Document Destruction Services will be on-site to help dispose of any unwanted documents. Suggested documents to bring include:  

Each year, participants of Get Fit Get Healthy (GFGH), an employee wellness program, are nominated as Champions of Wellness. GFGH is part of Goshen Health’s Business Health Advantage services to help meet the needs of employers in building a healthier workforce and increasing access to health care.

Advancements in health care are constantly evolving to provide better patient experiences and health outcomes. The COVID-19 pandemic magnified the importance and many valuable benefits of telemedicine.

Jeffery Lain, FNP-C, CRNFA, has joined Goshen Orthopedics as a certified family nurse practitioner and surgical first assistant. He collaborates with orthopedic surgeons in treating back and spine conditions. Lain brings over two decades of experience in surgical and critical care nursing, involving all phases of the surgical process.

Goshen Hospital is one of only 212 hospitals nationwide to receive the American College of Cardiology’s NCDR Chest Pain  ̶  MI Registry Platinum Performance Achievement Award for 2021. This is the tenth consecutive year Goshen Hospital has received this high distinction for providing outstanding care to heart attack patients.

Goshen Health Auxiliary scholarships are offered every year to help high school students pursue careers in health care, including nursing, pre-med and sciences. This year, the students were honored at an outside evening celebration in front of Goshen Health Foundation building with their family members. 

In recent years, the rates of childhood obesity and diabetes in youth have increased significantly. Parents and caregivers play a key role in both the prevention and management of these health issues.

Goshen Health’s Business Health Advantage is teaming up with Lynk Benefits and HR Solutions, LLC, and Kruggel, Lawton & Co., LLC, to help employers discover cost containment strategies. “Providing affordable, value-based health care” is a two-session, free lunch and learn event for employers with 1,000 or fewer employees.

Ready to move your career forward with the winning team at Goshen Health? Discover the benefits of working on the Goshen Health team by attending Tailgates for New Teammates. Prospective job applicants are invited to stop by, meet our recruiters, complete a mini-app and get some free food. The first event will be Aug. 21, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the parking lot of Goshen Health Foundation, 1701 S. Main St., Goshen. 

The American College of Radiology (ACR) has renewed Goshen Hospital’s designation as a Diagnostic Imaging Center of Excellence® (DICOE). The designation lasts for three years. Only two hospitals in Indiana have achieved this designation, the other one in Evansville. What it means to patients is the assurance they are receiving the highest quality, safety and care for imaging services.

Beth Jones, RN, MSN, FNP-BC, has joined NeuroCare Center Goshen Physicians as a nurse practitioner. She provides care for patients with a wide range of issues affecting the brain, including dementia, migraines, Alzheimer's and Parkinson's disease. She also provides stroke care and treats patients with seizures, tremor, multiple sclerosis and neuropathy.

Heather Calkins, MSN, APRN, FNP-C, now welcomes new patients of all ages at Goshen Physicians Family Medicine Pro Park. As a certified family nurse practitioner, Calkins provides comprehensive medical care for the entire family, from infants and adolescents to adults and those in their later years of life.

Board certified Family Medicine Physician Jingpin Li, MD, now welcomes new patients at Goshen Physicians Family Medicine Pro Park. She provides comprehensive primary care for patients of all ages, from newborns to older populations and everyone in-between. 

Matthew Norton, DO, has joined the primary care team at Goshen Physicians Family Medicine Keystone. Dr. Norton is board certified in osteopathic medicine and specializes in internal medicine. He manages the medical care for adult patients with a wide range of health conditions, such as heart disease, diabetes and chronic wounds.

Amanda Meersman, MD, is welcoming new patients at Goshen Physicians Parkway at 17. She provides a continuity of health care for the entire family, from newborns and teens to young adults and older generations.

Ruth Fisher, FNP-BC, has joined the team of healthcare providers at Goshen Physicians Family Medicine Pro Park. As a family nurse practitioner, she diagnoses and treats common and complex medical conditions for patients of all ages. She provides preventive care, including wellness exams and routine health screenings, and manages chronic health conditions, such as diabetes, high blood pressure and heart disease.

Jessica Ebey, NP-C, has joined Goshen Physicians Family Medicine Bristol as a certified family nurse practitioner. She provides medical care for families across the age spectrum, from infants and adolescents to young adults and older populations.

Lisa Wine, CPA, will join Goshen Health as the organization’s chief financial officer later this month. Wine, who most recently served as the chief financial officer for the South Bend Clinic, has also held positions of leadership at Crowe Horwath LLP and Madison Center, South Bend. Earlier in her career, she worked at Goshen Health as finance manager.

In 2022, Goshen Health created the Gardener Award to recognize the contributions of non-medical Colleagues in helping the organization fulfill its mission of providing innovative and outstanding care and services through exceptional people doing exceptional work. 

In 2022, Goshen Health began participating in DAISY (Diseases Attacking the Immune SYstem) Awards, an international recognition program that honors and celebrates the skillful, compassionate care nurses provide every day. Patients and their families were invited to nominate nurses they felt had provided them with exceptional care.

Alma Farmwald, Pat Lehman and Betty Mullet together have contributed more than 60 years of volunteer service with Goshen Home Care & Hospice.

Even in the digital world, shredding important documents is still one of the best ways to protect against identity theft. On Saturday, April 16 from 9:00 a.m. to noon, Goshen Retreat Women’s Health Center will host a community paper shredding event in the Goshen Center for Cancer Care parking lot. Integra Certified Document Destruction Services will be on-site to help dispose of any unwanted documents.

Registration is now open for Goshen Health’s first-ever “Retreat at the Gardens” women’s health event on Saturday, May 14. The event at Wellfield Botanic Gardens will be an afternoon devoted to relaxation and self-care, education and creating a healthier lifestyle.

Urologist Dr. Jeffrey Bolduan joined Goshen Physicians. He will be heading up the care unit for Goshen Physicians Urology at 1615 Winsted Drive, Suite 4, Goshen, IN 46526. Dr. Bolduan treats men, women and children for diseases and conditions of the urinary and reproductive tract.

Danae Bell, MSN, FNP-BC, RNC-OB, has joined the medical team at Goshen Physicians OB/GYN. As a family nurse practitioner, Bell provides preventive and acute care for women of all ages to help them maintain health and wellness. She brings more than 14 years of experience in caring for women, newborns and families during labor and delivery at Goshen Hospital's Birthplace and as they transition to home.

Goshen Orthopedics continues to increase the depth and breadth of care available in the community. With the recent addition of Dr. Kyle Carlson, who completed a fellowship in adult reconstruction at Detroit Medical Center, patients no longer have to travel outside of the community for revision surgery when they experience problems with hip or knee replacements. 

For the eleventh year in a row, Goshen Hospital has received the American College of Cardiology’s Platinum Performance Achievement Award for excellence in heart attack care. Goshen Hospital is honored to be one of only 240 hospitals nationwide to receive this award.

In 2022, Goshen Health created the Gardener Award to recognize the contributions of Colleagues in helping the organization fulfill its mission of providing innovative and outstanding care and services through exceptional people doing exceptional work.

In 2022, Goshen Health began participating in DAISY (Diseases Attacking the Immune SYstem) Awards, an international recognition program that honors and celebrates the skillful, compassionate care nurses provide every day. Patients and their families were invited to nominate nurses they felt had provided them with exceptional care.

Lylian Hermann, FNP, has joined Goshen Physicians Family Medicine Milford as a family nurse practitioner. Hermann works closely with Tamara Kermani, DO, to expand access to primary care for patients of all ages. Her services range from preventive care and wellness visits to treatment for acute illnesses and management of chronic diseases.

Brittany Kauffman, MD, is welcoming new patients at Goshen Physicians Family Medicine Pro Park. Dr. Kauffman provides a full spectrum of care for patients of all ages, including newborns, adolescents, teens and adults.

Ashley Ganger, a registered nurse who divides her time between Goshen Hospital’s Emergency Department and NeuroCare Center Goshen Physicians, received two nominations for Goshen Health’s DAISY (Diseases Attacking the Immune SYstem) Award. The award is part of an international program to honor and celebrate the skillful, compassionate care nurses provide every day. 

Chelsea Wolf, DO, joined Goshen Physicians Family Medicine. Dr. Wolf is starting at the Syracuse office and will transition to a new Goshen Physicians location in North Webster this fall. She provides comprehensive health care for patients of ages, from newborns and adolescents to young adults and older generations.

To raise awareness of the importance of colorectal cancer screening, Goshen Center for Cancer Care is mailing free FIT kits to people who qualify. A FIT kit is a fecal immunochemical test kit that allows a qualifying individual to gather a stool sample in the privacy of their home and mail it into a lab for analysis. 

Lift chairs, grab bars and other in-home aids can make all the difference between living independently and depending on others for basic needs. Goshen Home Medical is hosting a holiday open house to help patients and caregivers with assistive device selection and community resources.

Lorraine Weaver, MD, will be joining Goshen Physicians OB/GYN as a board certified obstetrician and gynecologist in February of 2023. She provides obstetric and gynecological care for women of all ages. She brings with her more than 20 years of experience in the field of obstetrics and gynecology.

Melissa Fitzsimmons, a registered nurse in Day Surgery at Goshen Hospital received Goshen Health’s DAISY (Diseases Attacking the Immune SYstem) Award. The award is part of an international program that honors and celebrates the skillful, compassionate care nurses provide every day. 

Goshen Center for Cancer Care has joined a national effort to highlight the importance of regular screenings for cervical cancer during Cervical Cancer Awareness Month in January.

Cathy Wesson, NP, is now welcoming new patients at Goshen Physicians Center for Weight Reduction. She manages the center’s team approach to weight loss by coordinating patient care with physicians, surgeons, dietitians and personal trainers. Wesson also provides motivational counseling and monitors patients’ medical status as they progress toward their weight-loss goals.

Kelly Simpson, NP, is welcoming new patients at Goshen Physicians OB/GYN. She provides care for women from adolescence through post-menopausal years.

Goshen Health recently presented the Gardener Award to Shelly Stroup, Medical Assistant at Goshen Physicians Family Medicine Pro Park, for providing exceptional care to her patients.

Amanda Aldana, NP, now welcomes new patients at Goshen Physicians Family Medicine Elkhart. She cares for patients of all ages, from infants and adolescents to adults. In addition to routine wellness exams, Aldana provides immediate care for patients with acute illnesses and injuries and manages chronic conditions, such as heart disease and diabetes.

Goshen Hospital recently achieved a 4-star rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) Care Compare program. The national average is a 3-star rating for hospitals participating in the program.

The American Cancer Society (ACS) presented Dr. Fiona Denham, Breast Surgical Oncologist at Goshen Center for Cancer Care, with their Innovation Award. Dr. Denham was honored at the Coaches vs. Cancer Night of the Stars July 31 at Four Winds Casino Hotel in South Bend. The award recognizes an individual who demonstrates an innovative approach to treating or caring for cancer patients and their loved ones.

Karla Troyer, DO, is welcoming new patients at Goshen Physicians Family Medicine in Syracuse. She provides comprehensive care for patients of all ages, including newborns, adolescents and adults.

Lindsay Tomkiewicz, NP, now welcomes new patients at Goshen Physicians Gastroenterology. She provides care for patients with disorders of the stomach, colon and liver.

Obstetrician and Gynecologist Carissa May, MD, has joined Goshen Physicians OB/GYN. Dr. May provides care for women of all ages, and specializes in minimally invasive procedures, including robotic-assisted surgery, to treat disorders and disease in female reproductive organs. She also has a strong interest in expanding access to care to improve health equity for women of all ages.

Audiologist Darah Regal, AuD, now welcomes patients at Goshen Physicians ENT, Speech & Audiology. Dr. Regal specializes in central auditory processing – the ability to effectively use, differentiate and understand what is heard in different listening environments. She provides care for patients of all ages who experience challenges with hearing loss.

Nurse Practitioner Sheila Fleming, APRN, now welcomes new patients at Goshen Retreat Women’s Health Center. She focuses primarily on coordinating services for women at high risk for breast cancer, including screenings, risk assessments and diagnostic tests.

Urologist Anthony Gauthier Jr., MD, joined Goshen Physicians Urology. He specializes in treating patients with diseases of the urinary tract system, including prostate gland and kidney stone disease.

One of Goshen Health’s certified nursing assistants has received a $5,000 scholarship to help her achieve her goal of becoming a nurse. This month Ngoc Barton was awarded the Farber Scholarship, which was established by Ned and Agda Farber, lifetime residents of Goshen.

Board certified Hand Surgeon Scott Swanson, MD, now welcomes new patients at Goshen Orthopedics. Dr. Swanson treats patients with a wide range of hand and wrist conditions, including fractures, ligament injuries, nerve and tendon injuries and dislocations. He also provides care for patients with inflammatory disease and arthritis in the upper extremities.

Board certified Nurse Practitioner Morgan Danielson, MSN, APRN, FNP-BC, joined Goshen Physicians Urology. She evaluates and treats adults and some pediatric patients with health issues related to the upper and lower urinary tract system.

One of the primary goals of Goshen Health’s new website is to help patients in the community access the health care they need more quickly and efficiently. Given that many people prefer watching short videos over reading when researching providers or procedures, the organization has an extensive video library.

Goshen Hospital received two new da Vinci® surgical systems to increase their capacity to perform robotic-assisted surgeries. In addition, the hospital surgical suites were upgraded with a new endoscopic video platform for minimally invasive procedures. The new video platform provides 4K resolution, advanced surgical imaging functions and device controls along with communication integrations for efficient workflow.

Heart disease remains a leading cause of death in the United States for men and women. The silver lining is that heart disease can be prevented – or better managed – by choosing a healthier lifestyle.

In 1933, the wife of a family physician in a small town asked her community to send greeting cards to their physicians to recognize their compassionate and life-saving work. In 1990, President George Bush designated March 30 as National Doctors’ Day, selecting that day because it marked the anniversary of the first use of anesthesia during surgery.

Goshen Health is conducting a community health needs assessment this spring. Through surveys, focus groups, and conversations involving community members, the current health needs of the community will be identified and response strategies developed. The overarching goal is to create a long-term plan that improves community health and wellness.

Malinda Lasater, DO, is now welcoming new patients at Goshen Physicians Family Medicine Nappanee. Dr. Lasater is board certified in family medicine and has experience in urgent care, preventive medicine and occupational medicine. She has been practicing medicine at Urgent Care Goshen Physicians since 2018.

Mallory Grossman, NP, has joined Goshen Center for Weight Reduction as a nurse practitioner. She coordinates treatment with physicians, surgeons, dietitians and personal trainers for patients who choose surgery or a natural weight loss program. Grossman also provides motivational counseling and monitors patients’ medical status during treatment.

Magnet recognition is one of the highest honors a healthcare organization can receive for providing outstanding nursing care to patients. Goshen Hospital not only received its fifth designation; it also received Magnet with Distinction™ – a new category recently added by the American Nurses Credentialing Center to differentiate hospitals that exceed standards. Goshen Hospital was praised for exceeding standards in nine areas, including lower patient injury rates, higher patient satisfaction and for the high number of nurses with bachelor’s degrees (84 percent).

Fellowship trained Orthopedic Surgeon Bryan Boyer, MD, has joined Goshen Orthopedics. He provides care for patients with a wide range of disorders and injuries to bones, joints, muscles, tendons and ligaments.

Becker’s ASC Review recently announced U.S. News & World Report’s list of the nation’s best ambulatory surgery centers (ASC). Goshen Surgery Center made the list, based on its performance in colonoscopy and endoscopy procedures.

Lisa Marrero, FNP-C, has joined Goshen Physicians Family Medicine Nappanee and will serve at other primary care practices in the Goshen Physicians network.

Goshen Heart & Vascular Center was the first in Northern Indiana to conduct a procedure using the newly released Agent™ Drug-Coated Balloon from Boston Scientific. This groundbreaking technology successfully reopened a coronary artery that had repeatedly clotted despite multiple previous interventions.

Robin Berghoff, MAT, LAT, ATC, PTA, has joined Goshen Orthopedics as an athletic trainer. She provides preventive care, diagnosis and rehabilitation services for student-athletes at Concord High School in Elkhart, Indiana.

Goshen Physicians Gastroenterology is now offering appointments at Goshen Physicians Family Medicine Syracuse – 1033 N Indiana Ave, Syracuse.

Tracy Vander Reyden, MSN, FNP-BC, now welcomes new patients at Goshen Orthopedics. She cares for patients with a wide range of orthopedic conditions, including broken bones, strained muscles and degenerative joint conditions.

Certified Athletic Trainer Brandi Smith, MAT, LAT, ATC, has joined Goshen Orthopedics. She works closely with the student athletic program at Fairfield Junior/Senior High School in Goshen. Smith provides immediate care for student-athletes with sports-related injuries. She also collaborates with the team physicians at Goshen Orthopedics to build care plans to help young athletes recover physically and emotionally, while protecting their long-term health.

Stephanie Cross, MSN, APRN, AGNP-C, has joined Goshen Physicians Sleep & Allergy Medicine. Cross has over 15 years of experience caring for patients in hospital and clinical settings, including three years at Goshen Hospital. In addition, she is certified as an adult-gerontology nurse practitioner.

Goshen Center for Cancer Care is recognizing the completion of 50 procedures utilizing cutting-edge robotic technology to provide a less invasive option to biopsy lung lesions.