ChristianaCare has officially launched 15 new health care services across five Delaware County locations, a move designed to expand access to convenient care in the region. The expansion follows ChristianaCare’s successful bid to acquire outpatient locations previously operated by Crozer Health, which filed for bankruptcy. “With these practices and services, we are building on what was here before, and we …
ChristianaCare and Virtua Health have announced they’ve signed a non-binding letter of intent (LOI) to explore the formation of a new regional nonprofit health system, a potential partnership that would bring together two major healthcare providers to serve communities across Delaware, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Maryland. If finalized, the partnership would create an expansive system spanning more than 10 contiguous …
ChristianaCare and Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) announced a new strategic affiliation on Tuesday that aims to expand access to specialized pediatric care across Delaware and neighboring communities. The collaboration, set to begin in spring 2026, will bring CHOP’s nationally renowned expertise in children’s health to ChristianaCare’s existing network, enhancing access to advanced treatments in Delaware, Maryland, southeastern Pennsylvania, and …
ChristianaCare is planning to invest more than $865 million in Delaware over the next three years, continuing its commitment to expand healthcare access across the state. The announcement follows a previous $375 million in spending over the last three years. The investments will include major facility expansions, new jobs, and continued innovation in healthcare delivery. “Since our founding in Wilmington …
NEWARK — Three intensive care units at Christiana Hospital in Newark have received national recognition from the American Association of Critical-Care Nurses (AACN), earning 2025 Beacon Awards for Excellence for delivering high-level, evidence-based care and patient outcomes. The Medical Intensive Care Unit (MICU), Surgical Critical Care Complex (SCCC), and Transitional Surgical Unit (TSU) were honored for their work treating some …
NEWARK- ChristianaCare recently hosted a heartfelt reunion at its Newark campus to honor the physicians, nurses, and staff who sprang into action to save the life of Mrugesh Patel, the husband of one of their own, during a medical emergency in the summer of 2023. The event brought together about 20 caregivers who played a role in Patel’s emergency care …
WILMINGTON- A new study published in Nature Medicine suggests that metastatic cancer patients who regularly report their symptoms through a home-based electronic monitoring system experience improved quality of life, better clinical outcomes, and fewer emergency department visits compared to those who do not participate in such reporting. The study, led by researchers from ChristianaCare’s Helen F. Graham Cancer Center & …
WILMINGTON– ChristianaCare President and CEO Janice E. Nevin, M.D., MPH, has once again been honored as a top business leader by Delaware Online/The News Journal. This marks the fifth consecutive year that Nevin has been recognized for her significant impact on Delaware’s future and her leadership in health care. Nevin’s leadership continues to distinguish ChristianaCare as a national leader in …
WILMINGTON—The Wilmington City Council recognizes March as Women’s History Month, paying special tribute to Dr. Velma Scantlebury-White, the first Black female organ transplant surgeon. In 1987 Congress passed a resolution authorizing the President to proclaim March of each year as Women’s History Month. “This year’s theme is moving forward together, educating and inspiring generations, it is a commitment to the …
Ten Delaware high schoolers secured top 10 finishes in the 46th annual HOSA-Future Health Professionals International Leadership Conference in Dallas, which wrapped up Saturday. The conference is for students who are interested in pursuing a career in healthcare. Attendees had the opportunity to participate in career-focused competitive events, take part in community service work and leadership opportunities. READ: Your guide …
The State Employee Benefits Committee retiree subcommittee is considering more options to save the state money on healthcare over the next 20 years. It met Monday and may meet on July 10 and July 20 to discus options. The options presented relate to the “Other Post-Employment Benefits” that the state is trying to cut back on and close the unfunded …
Christiana Care plans to restore medical services in late 2024 to Jennersville Hospital, which has been closed since 2021. The Delaware-based system will open what Pennsylvania calls a micro hospital, with 10 emergency department beds, 10 inpatient beds and imaging services. The opening date is subject to change due to the significant work that will be required to renovate the West …
