For Immediate Release
Contact:
Christy McCabe
cmccabe@mercyhealth.org
215.962.9893
Thomas Logue
856.866.0411 ext. 118
Northeast Philadelphia (April 26, 2018): On May 18, Nazareth Hospital will host a free community bariatric information session to help weight-loss surgery patients achieve healthy lifestyles. Participants will be able to meet Nazareth Hospital’s bariatric surgeons and learn about life-changing surgery options and support services.
The session will be held from 9 to 10:30 a.m. in Nazareth Hospital’s DiBello Conference Room, located at 2601 Holme Ave., Philadelphia, Pa. Registration is required.
To register for the bariatric information session, or for more information, call 1.855.LESS.YOU (1.855.537.7968) or visit www.mercyhealth.org.
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About Nazareth Hospital
Founded by the Sisters of the Holy Family of Nazareth, Nazareth Hospital has provided healthcare to the Northeast Philadelphia community since 1940. The hospital has 205 acute and 28 skilled care beds, and provides a full array of healthcare services, including emergency services, surgery, vascular services and wound care, cardiac care, orthopedic and rehabilitation services, and cancer care. Nazareth is a nationally certified Primary Stroke Center and Chest Pain Center, has earned national accreditation for hip and knee replacement, heart failure care and PCI, and is a Blue Distinction Center+ for Hip and Knee Replacement. Nazareth Hospital is a member of Mercy Health System of Southeastern Pennsylvania.
About Mercy Health System
A diverse, integrated system providing comprehensive healthcare services, Mercy Health System, a part of Trinity Health, comprises three acute care hospitals, a home healthcare organization, several wellness centers, physician practices, and a federal PACE program, and is co-owner of the managed care plan, Gateway Health Plan. With 250 primary care and specialty physicians, Mercy Health System is a teaching community health system affiliated with Drexel University School of Medicine and the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine (PCOM). As a mission-driven regional health ministry, we will become the recognized leader in improving the health of our communities and each person we serve. We will be known as the most trusted health partner for life. To learn more about Mercy Health System, visit www.mercyhealth.org.