Community May 14, 2021
Brush strokes help patient recover from stroke
Following a stroke in 2016, Tina Primer found herself hospitalized for two weeks. Three months of inpatient rehabilitation followed, after which the Palatine resident returned to NCH for our Day Rehabilitation program, receiving occupational and physical therapy. Unable to use her dominant right hand, she learned to paint with her left hand and regained the art form she loves.
COVID-19 May 14, 2021
Why I vaccinate
Employees of NCH are not required to get the COVID-19 vaccine as a condition of employment. However, we are proud to report 88% have chosen to be fully vaccinated. In continuation of our series of vaccine testimonials, we introduce you to IT Applications Manager, Talha Farooqi. If you have already been vaccinated, whether at NCH […]
People of NCH May 14, 2021
Meet our lab professionals
Many NCH team members vital to our patients work largely behind the scenes. Laboratory employees perform critical tasks that make a difference in the diagnosis and treatment of our patients. Whether they collect and test specimens or ensure they are safely sent to specialty labs, these clinicians are providing critical behind-the-scenes services to our patients and our physicians.
Cancer Care May 12, 2021
NCH celebrates cancer survivors
Northwest Community Healthcare (NCH) cancer care services welcomes cancer survivors and their loved ones to gather virtually to celebrate life. Sunday, June 6 is the 34th annual National Cancer Survivor Day and 2021 marks the 20th year NCH has held an event. The online event will be hosted by Michael Hartke, Chief Operating Officer and Executive Vice President at NCH.
News Releases May 11, 2021
NCH Achieves Healthgrades 2021 Patient Safety Excellence Award
NCH in the top 10% in the nation for patient safety Northwest Community Healthcare (NCH) announced today that it has been recognized as a Healthgrades 2021 Patient Safety Excellence AwardTM recipient. This distinction places NCH among the top 10% of all short-term acute care hospitals reporting patient safety data as evaluated by Healthgrades, the leading […]
Community May 6, 2021
NCH Vaccine Clinic open for walk-ins Monday and Wednesday
Appointments can also be made on the phone or website Northwest Community Healthcare (NCH) has administered more than 40,000 doses of the COVID-19 vaccine and wants to reach more individuals by now offering the vaccine without an appointment. The NCH Vaccine Clinic at 3060 Salt Creek Road in Arlington Heights is administering first doses without […]
News Releases April 29, 2021
NCH Nationally Recognized with an ‘A’ for the Spring 2021 Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade
Northwest Community Healthcare (NCH) received an “A” grade in the spring 2021 Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade, a national distinction recognizing NCH’s achievements protecting patients from errors, injuries, accidents and infections. The Leapfrog Group is an independent national watchdog organization committed to health care quality and safety. The Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade assigns an “A,” “B,” […]
NCH Medical Group April 15, 2021
Meet the NCH Medical Group inside Lutheran Home
The NCH Medical Group Outpatient Care Center on the campus of Lutheran Home is open to the general public and Lutheran Home residents. The facility, located at 800 W Oakton St., Arlington Heights, is an ideal neighborhood location for patients living and working in the northwest suburbs.
The mystery of Parkinson’s disease
NCH Medical Group Neurologist Saju Abraham answers questions about Parkinson’s disease. Parkinson’s disease is not uncommon in the United States – about one million people have Parkinson’s and more than 50,000 new cases are diagnosed each year. And yet the cause of Parkinson’s remains unclear, and its debilitating impact on patients can vary widely.
COVID-19 April 15, 2021
Why I vaccinate: Laura King
Continuing our series with members of the NCH Community who want others to know their reason for getting their COVID-19 vaccine, meet Laura! If you have already been vaccinated, whether at NCH or another healthcare provider, we thank you! If you are still considering your decision, we hope you will take your time to be […]
