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Taking a stand for exceptional care

07/19/2011 | CommunityAnnouncements

We stand for exceptional care and healthy families...and for the 14th year in a row, we stand among the nation’s best healthcare systems. U.S. News & World Report ranked IU Health in 18 adult and pediatric specialties, and we are the only nationally ranked healthcare system in Indiana. We are…

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What Makes Us Strong?

07/13/2011 | CommunityAnnouncements

Five exceptional employees were recently selected as winners of a VIP experience at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Nominated by their colleagues, Kathy Ruiz, Tasha Boyd, Dana May, Terri Thiesling, RN, and Rita Williams each showed they have the strength it takes to set an example of extraordinary care…

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Garden on the Go Brings to Communities in Need

06/01/2011 | CommunityAnnouncements

Indiana University Health is constantly looking for ways to help improve the health of its patients and community. One new initiative is bringing fresh fruit and vegetables to Marion County neighborhoods, providing healthy options for local families. The United States Department of Agriculture recently…

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To Be a Kid Again ...

05/23/2011 | CommunityEvents

On Friday, May 20, I took part in my first Day of Community Service as an IU Health employee. And let me tell you, it made me feel like a kid again. I was back on the playground laughing and just having a good time with my fellow peers. The task before us was a playground build at IPS #96. As part of…

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The Best Sitter is a Safe Sitter

05/21/2011 | CommunityEvents

Indiana University Health will provide a Safe Sitter class on Friday, June 10 at Methodist Hospital. Safe Sitter is a one-day class for 11 to 13 year olds that are interested in babysitting.  The class covers choking rescue, first aid, and much more. IU Health Methodist has offered this class for…

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IU Health Profiles : Linda Garrity, RN, LCCE, CLC, CPST

05/18/2011 | Community

Linda Garrity wears many titles. With a decade of experience at Indiana University Health, Garrity, RN, LCCE, CLC, CPST, has a wealth of experience that she utilizes in many areas, especially when it comes to helping new parents in welcoming their new child. With her recent certification as a child passenger…

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Orthopedics

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As a pediatric orthopedic surgeon with Riley Hospital…

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Pediatrics

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Transplant

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