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Spreading smiles, one diaper at a time. A whopping 400,000 Huggies diapers were donated by the National Diaper Bank Network to Franciscan Health's Prenatal Assistance Program in northwest Indiana. Here's to a happier, cozier future for our little ones!

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Starting the school right: 400 middle and high school students in the Michigan City area will be ready for class after this year's Back to School efforts. Franciscan Health Michigan City donated backpacks and school supplies to the Michigan City Area Schools. #WeAreFranciscan

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Keeping NWI families closer: Franciscan Health Crown Point teams up with Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago for enhanced children’s care.https://lnkd.in/eH9E6SAn

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Last week, Franciscan Health Foundation was showcased as the non-profit of the night at the Lafayette Aviators game, and Sister Aline Shultz was able to throw out the first pitch. All proceeds raised from this game will assist our community health programs that focus on prenatal assistance, breastfeeding support, child injury, car seat safety and CPR education.

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FRANCISCAN PHYSICIAN NETWORK FEATURED OPPORTUNITY – OBSTETRICS GYNECOLOGY IN LA PORTE, IN!Franciscan Physician Network is seeking a Board Eligible/Board Certified OB-GYN to join our practice at the Franciscan Physician Network Legacy Hills Health Center located in LaPorte, Indiana. Provider will join our growing, thriving practice that includes three experienced physicians.• Ideal opportunity for a good work-life balance • Flexible clinic schedule of 22.5 hours per week• Total of 36 patient contact hours per week• Weekday, weekend & holiday call: 1:4• Practice with 3 experienced physicians• Will assist to provide collaboration and supervision of Nurse Practitioner• Average outpatient volume: 20 - 25 patients per day• Average inpatient volume: 2 - 3 per day• Average deliveries: 5 - 6 per month at Franciscan Health Michigan City• Blocked OR time with Da Vinci Robotics on site• Ultrasound on site• J1 waivers (for 2025 graduates) and H1B candidates are welcome• Located 45 minutes from downtown Chicago and in close proximity to MichiganLaPorte in LaPorte County, Indiana, is a desirable community in which to live and work. Northwest Indiana has a reasonable cost of living, is family-friendly with award-winning schools. LaPorte has a hometown atmosphere, with its historic downtown square, numerous unique shops, parks, golf courses, and other scenic locales. LaPorte is in close proximity to Chicago, Lake Michigan beaches, area waterparks, and much more. Whether you are living on the lake or inland, LaPorte offers a little piece of paradise for everyone. Learn More About This Fantastic Opportunity!https://lnkd.in/eYJJV8KD For more information, contact Physician & Provider Services.practice@franciscanalliance.org

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Franciscan Health Dyer becomes the latest Franciscan hospital serving as a milk bank site for families needing breast milk assistance for their child.Our Indianapolis, Crown Point, Lafayette, Michigan City and Olympia Fields hospitals also partner with local organizations for milk bank services.https://lnkd.in/eGW_znW5 #WorldBreastfeedingWeek

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Jane Jankowski recalls what a calm and caring hospice house can bring to a family of a person preparing to rest peacefully. See how the Franciscan Hospice House keeps families close and confident. https://lnkd.in/e6MvHpAs

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Congratulations to oncologist Bharat Haridas Barai, MD, recipient of the prestigious Pravasi Bharatiya Samman, the highest honor given by the Government of India to Non-Resident Indians. The Indian community of Greater Chicago joined in celebrating this achievement at the Hindu Temple of Greater Chicago.Dr. Barai, an independent doctor who chooses to practice at Franciscan Health in northwest Indiana, continues to make significant strides in both the medical field and community service. Dr. Barai has dedicated more than 20 years to treating various types of cancer, including lung cancer, gastrointestinal cancer and breast cancer. Beyond his medical practice, Dr. Barai is a prominent figure in the Indian-American community. His notable contributions include serving as a Trustee and former President of the Federation of Indian Associations (FIA) Chicago, former Chairman of the Board of Trustees and current Trustee of Manav Seva Mandir, Trustee of the Hindu Temple of Greater Chicago, and Trustee of the Indian American Cultural Center NW Indiana. He has also served as the voluntary Medical Director of the Sickle Cell Foundation of NW Indiana for children in Gary, and as a director of the American Cancer Society, NW Indiana.https://lnkd.in/eHGXWDh9

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Join us in helping congratulate the seven graduates of the Franciscan Health Dyer Medical Laboratory Science Program internship program. The Medical Laboratory Science internship program is sponsored by Franciscan Health Dyer and run in conjunction with Alverno Laboratories. Since graduating this summer, the students have taken and passed the national certification board exam administered by American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP). Pictured are, front row: Damia Garcia, Kaitlin Knight, Makayla Combs, Sarah Dennis, Ana Gligorova. Back row: Kaley Sikorski and Allison Centanni. We wish them well in their careers!

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