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2019

MCI Huskies Girls Varsity Soccer Team Supports Local Cancer Care
Michael R. Epstein, MD of Northern Light Pediatric Cardiology accepting patients at new Waterville clinic

We are pleased to announce that Michael R. Epstein, MD, pediatric/congenital electrophysiologist, is expanding his offerings to include a pediatric sub-specialty clinic located at 325D Kennedy Memorial Drive in Waterville.
Darling’s Auto Group’s $10,300 gift brings hair preservation campaign closer to goal

Darling’s Auto Group recently presented a $10,300 check to the Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center Foundation to support the campaign to bring technology to Northern Light Cancer Care that will help women keep more of their hair during chemotherapy treatment.
Beating cancer, one penny at a time

Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center and the Lafayette Family Cancer Institute recognize Tradewinds Markets for achieving a milestone that has changed thousands of lives: raising $1 million through their Pumped Up to Fight Cancer initiative to help Maine families affected by cancer.
New leaders in cancer look forward

Brewer, Maine (December 11, 2019) — Northern Light Cancer Care is pleased to announce that Sigrid E. Berg, MD, MPH, and Sarah Sinclair, DO, specialists in hematology and medical oncology, have accepted new leadership roles, with Dr. Berg as medical director for Northern Light Cancer Care, and Dr. Sinclair as medical director for Northern Light Cancer Research. Both leaders are interested in expanding care and cures for patients in Maine, who are living longer with cancer and being treated for many more years.
Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center Lights of Life tree lighting brings community together
Education Session: Balancing media usage for your kiddos

Join Michael A Ross, MD, pediatrician and medical information officer, Northern Light Primary Care for a discussion of age appropriate media use and screen time.
New imaging technology for evaluating liver fibrosis

Bangor, Maine (December 3, 2019) —Northern Light Imaging is now offering a quick, noninvasive option for diagnosing liver disease, known as Shear Wave Elastography. Studies show it is possible to predict the presence of liver damage by using emerging ultrasound technology, often without the need for a traditional biopsy. The tool generates a precise, quantifiable measure of the stiffness of liver tissue that shows accurate and consistent data that can be used to identify liver diseases such as cirrhosis, a condition causing scar tissue to form, and lead to lack of liver function.
Northern Light Surgery welcomes Matthew Sharbaugh, DO

Matthew Sharbaugh, DO, has recently joined the team at Northern Light Surgery.
Northern Light Pediatric Gastroenterology welcomes Annie Henderson, MD

Northern Light Pediatric Gastroenterology is pleased to welcome Annie Henderson, MD to its growing practice and to Maine.
Northern Light Health names medical center’s new president

Rand O’Leary to join Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center in December
Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center shines spotlight on lung cancer awareness

November is Lung Cancer Awareness month, a time set aside to help raise public awareness about lung cancer, its causes, and available treatments. Despite the alarming statistics, there IS good news!
Northern Light Pediatric Cardiology welcomes Michael R. Epstein, MD

Michael R. Epstein, MD has joined Northern Light Pediatric Cardiology as a pediatric/congenital electrophysiologist providing state of the art care to both our pediatric and adult patients with congenital heart disease (ACHD).

Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center Lights of Life fundraising campaign and tree lighting

Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center is pleased to once again offer our Lights of Life holiday fundraising program that allows you to celebrate, honor, and remember caregivers and those you love by purchasing a light for the tree!
An educational session for parents – could your kiddo have anemia?
New technology offers “RAPID” stroke assessment tool

Bangor, Maine (October 29, 2019) —The speed of treatment from stroke can make a vast difference whether patients see a full recovery. To reduce the risk of permanent disability or brain damage, they need help rapidly. On October 15, Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center launched new automated brain imaging software, RAPID, that improves the speed of timely assessments for patients having an acute stroke.
Keep your kids safe with a free car seat safety check
Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center partners with Penobscot Community Health Care’s Hope House to feed those in need
Medical Center offers Clinical Pastoral Education program

Beginning October 8, Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center will offer a Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE) program to train clergy and lay members; individuals considering a call to professional chaplaincy; and students interested in working in patient care, counseling, education, and more. The Level I and II Clinical Pastoral Education program, accredited by The Association for Clinical Pastoral Education, is open to anyone interested in delving deeper into spiritual care practice in a graduate level program.
Breakthrough technology may keep breast cancer patients from losing their hair during chemotherapy

Hair loss is one of the most devastating side effects of chemotherapy treatment for breast cancer, affecting many of the estimated 1,400 Maine women who will be diagnosed with breast cancer in 2019. Now, several Bangor-area community members, business owners, and healthcare provider are working together to bring new technology to Maine that will allow women to keep some or most of their hair during treatment.
Welcome John McGill, MD to Northern Light Plastic and Hand Surgery

Dr. John McGill is transferring from many years in private practice to join the integrated practice model at Northern Light Plastic and Hand Surgery.

Jamie Eridon, MD joins Northern Light Cardiothoracic Surgery

Northern Light Cardiothoracic Surgery is pleased to announce the addition of Jamie Eridon, MD to their practice.

Northern Light Neurosurgery and Spine welcomes surgeon
Get the spin on therapeutic apheresis

Bangor, Maine (September 16, 2019) — Since 2011, the Therapeutic Apheresis program at Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center has grown from 50 treatments per year to more than 320. This therapy is used to treat patients with neuromuscular disease, auto-immune issues, certain types of anemia, and cancer. The treatment separates and filters blood to remove harmful substances from the body, such as proteins that attack parts of the patient’s own body.

Northern Light Primary Care practices delayed opening September 12
Free Lung Cancer Screening Info Session set for Wednesday, September 25 in Bangor

Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center is holding a FREE information session on Wednesday, September 25 at the Hilton Garden Inn in Bangor at 5:30 pm.
Krishna Alluri, MD, joins Northern Light Cardiology

Northern Light Cardiology is pleased to welcome a new non-invasive cardiologist to their team of accomplished providers, Krishna Alluri, MD.
Free Information Session to focus on joint pain from ‘Hip to Toe’
Free Hernia Info Session scheduled for Thursday, September 19 in Bangor

Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center is holding a FREE information session on Thursday, September 19 at the Hilton Garden Inn in Bangor. The event will kick off at 5:30 pm and will include light dinner and refreshments and will wrap up by 7 pm.
Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center Auxiliary Proudly Presents its Fifteenth Annual Kitchen Tour

Saturday, October 5, 2019 promises to be an afternoon of food, fun, and fabulous kitchens as the Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center Auxiliary presents its fifteenth annual Kitchen Tour from noon to 4 pm.

Free child car seat inspection August 24
Welcome Miguel Litao, MD to Northern Light Neurology

Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center is pleased to welcome Miguel Lorenzo Litao, MD to Northern Light Neurology.

Champion the Cure Challenge Celebrates Ten-Year Milestone in 2019

Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center Champion the Cure Challenge is celebrating its tenth year on August 17, 2019 with several exciting changes for cyclists, walkers, and runners. Champion the Cure Challenge is the region’s largest cancer fundraising event, with all proceeds supporting treatment and research at Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center.
Root Beer Floats to Benefit Local Kids
Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center makes U.S. News & World Report “Best Hospitals” list

Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center has been named a “Best Hospital” in Maine by U.S. News & World Report. The 2019-2020 Best Hospital by Region or State ranking is based on a number of factors, including patient experience and satisfaction, clinical outcomes, patient safety, and other measures, according to the report.

DAISYs are Sprouting Up

On July 31, we kicked off The DAISY Award program at Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center. The program recognizes our nurses’ healing hands and commitment to caring that inspires us to make healthcare work better for our patients.
A Blizzard in July? Miracle Treat Day returns July 25
Keep your kids safe with a free car seat safety check July 27
Free child car seat inspection June 22
Hernia Awareness Month reminds us: you don’t need to live with the discomfort

Since October 2018, Daniel Hetherman, MD, a leader in hernia repair, has completed more robotically-assisted inguinal hernia procedures than any other physician in all of New England.
Saving lives with “Stop the Bleed”

After the Sandy Hook tragedy struck in 2012, a group of leaders from the medical community, law enforcement, and the federal government, looked for ways to improve survivability from mass casualty events. They could see that if civilian bystanders were taught the basic skills to stop bleeding in an emergency situation, lives could be saved, and the national Stop the Bleed initiative was created.
NICU Families and staff reunite this weekend
Drive for Miracles Radiothon to Make Miracles Happen for Maine Kids

The radio waves of Greater Bangor will be filled with stories of courage and perseverance on May 2 for TownSquare Media’s first ever Drive for Miracles to benefit Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center, our local Children’s Miracle Network Hospital, which will take place from 7 am until 7 pm at Eastern Maine Medical Center.

Free car seat inspection April 27
Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center named one of America’s Best Midsize Employers for 2019

For the second time in as many years, Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center is being honored by Forbes as one of the best midsize employers in the United States.

Donna Russell-Cook Retirement

Donna Russell-Cook, FACHE, has chosen for personal reasons to retire from her position as president of Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center and senior vice president of Northern Light Health.
Community members encouraged to vaccinate

On the heels of the Maine CDC announcing a confirmed case of mumps in York County, Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center is reminding the community about prevention through vaccination after another suspected case has been ruled out closer to the communities it serves.
Northern Light Urology welcomes Katherine Hintz, PA

Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center is proud to welcome Katherine Hintz, PA to Northern Light Urology
Northern Light Vascular Care welcomes Megan Buckley, NP

Northern Light Vascular Care is pleased to welcome Megan Buckley, NP to the team.

Welcome Khadija Irshad, MD to Northern Light Neurology

Please welcome Khadija Irshad, MD to Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center
Northern Light Neurology welcomes Dr Mansour Almarhoon

Please join us in welcoming Mansour Almarhoon, MD to Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center.
Free car seat inspection March 23
Physician joins Northern Light Infectious Disease Care

Eugene Liu, MD has joined Northern Light Infectious Disease Care to provide consultation, evaluation, and treatment for infectious diseases. Dr. Liu earned his medical degree at Case Western Reserve School of Medicine in Cleveland. He completed a residency at the University of Michigan and a fellowship at the National Institutes of Health in Bethesda and was recently at the CDC Epidemic Intelligence Service.
#ChildrensHospitalsWeek celebrates specialized care for kids

To shine a light on the importance of specialized, high quality healthcare for Maine kids, Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center, our local Children’s Miracle Network Hospital, is participating in the third annual #ChildrensHospitalsWeek, scheduled for March 18-24.
March is Colon Cancer Awareness Month

If you are 50 to 75 years old, you should get screened for colorectal cancer regularly. It’s that simple.

Free community sessions focus on keeping athletes safe
The Customer Service Billing Help Office has moved!

We aim to provide you with a seamless care experience and we want to ensure that we are there when you need us.
Registration open for the golf tournament that’s making miracles

On Friday, June 21, 2019, golfers are invited to come together at Hermon Meadow Golf Club with a common goal: to make sure sick kids get the lifesaving care they need right here in Maine. Registration is now open for the 2019 Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals Golf Classic, the tournament that supports children’s healthcare in our communities.
Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center Implements Temporary Measures to Reduce Risk of Flu Transmission for Patients, Visitors, and Staff

On Monday, February 11, Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center will implement temporary precautions to reduce the risk of influenza for patients, visitors, and staff.

Champion the Cure Challenge Announces 2019 Honorees

It takes an entire community to provide cancer patients and their families with the care and support they need to live their healthiest possible lives. Each year, Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center Foundation recognizes individuals, organizations, and businesses that go above and beyond for those affected by cancer by supporting Champion the Cure Challenge, the largest cancer fundraising event in eastern and northern Maine.
Northern Light Gynecology welcomes Kasey Ladd, CNM

Kasey Ladd, CNM has joined the team at Northern Light Gynecology to provide comprehensive evaluation and management of a full line of gynecology services for women of all ages.

Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center Auxiliary to hold Thirteenth Annual Winter Beach Ball

On Saturday, March 9, 2019, from 7-11 pm, the Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center Auxiliary will hold its thirteenth annual Winter Beach Ball at the Anah Shrine Hall, 1404 Broadway in Bangor.

Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center to “Go Red” for women’s heart health on Friday, February 1

Heart disease is the leading cause of death for both men and women in the United States. Each year, one in four deaths are caused by heart disease. This is a big reason why Northern Light Health is joining the American Heart Association and others nationally for American Heart Month in February and Go Red for Women on February 1.
Join Our Vision for a Healthier Maine by Recognizing American Heart Month!

Heart Disease is the leading cause of death for both men and women in the United States. Each year, one in four deaths are caused by heart disease.
Welcome Dr. Mazen to Northern Light Eye Care

Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center welcomes Mostafa Mazen, MD to Northern Light Eye Care. Dr. Mazen will provide comprehensive eye care and ophthalmologic services to include: cataract, glaucoma, laser surgery, YAG capsulotomy, dry eyes, and more.