La Porte Hospital

The American College of Cardiology has recognized La Porte Hospital for its demonstrated expertise and commitment in treating patients who come to a cardiac electrophysiology (EP) lab for care. The hospital was awarded Electrophysiology Accreditation...

La Porte, IN – La Porte Hospital has earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval for Primary Stroke Certification. La Porte Hospital underwent a rigorous, onsite review in December. During the visit, a Joint Commission reviewer evaluated...

Editor's note: Erin is pictured holding the flowers. The Starke Hospital Colleague of the Quarter, Erin McCormick, Emergency Department Nurse, is also the hospital’s Daisy Award recipient for extraordinary nursing. Erin was nominated by a patient...

The Colleague of the Quarter for the La Porte Physician Network is Jennifer Whitenack, Office Manager for Pediatric Care.  Jennifer was applauded for successfully tackling a series of new experiences throughout the year.  Her smile and...

Whether you want to tone, de-stress, or get your heart pumping, a variety of classes are available at The Crossing, 1203 Washington St. in La Porte.   Zumba A great cardio workout that combines Latin music with dance and fitness moves. Zumba...

La Porte Hospital is welcoming the community to the following support groups in March: Diabetes Support Group The Diabetes Support Group provides a place to share ideas, experiences, and problems related to diabetes for those with diabetes, as well...

La Porte Hospital has announced its March childbirth and family care classes.   Super Siblings Class This class, for children ages 3 to 7 and their parents, helps brothers and sisters adjust to a new baby in the house. The Super Siblings class...

La Porte Hospital offers a variety of diabetes education and programs to the community, some free of charge. Classes are as follows: Diabetes Support Group This free Diabetes Support Group provides a place for those with diabetes and their support...

The La Porte Hospital Clinical Colleague of the Quarter is Elizabeth Vanhook, Antibiotic Stewardship Pharmacist.  Elizabeth was nominated by multiple colleagues from a variety of departments. She is described as well humored, a pleasure to be...

Hernias can be difficult to detect. As you age, your groin and abdominal muscles weaken. That natural wear and tear plus pressure from an organ or tissue on a weak area of muscle can lead to a hernia. La Porte Physician Network will provide a...