News - Internal Newsletters: Presby Bulletin

As of September 2023, Penn Medicine’s official employee newsletter in print is Inside Penn Medicine. Many of our employee newsletter stories are now published throughout each month on the Penn Medicine News Blog. Older stories are available to browse in these archives.

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For Suspected Cancers: An Easier Path to Diagnosis and Care

New initiatives led by Penn’s oncology nurse navigators – including a new diagnostic clinic at Penn Presbyterian Medical Center – are helping patients get the care they need.

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Vantage Point: Michele Volpe, Chief Executive Officer

September 09, 2020

This summer, Penn Presbyterian Medical Center hosted a series of virtual town halls focused on addressing systemic racism and cultivating a culture of diversity, inclusion, and equality within our walls and in our community.
A Time of Remarkable Work & Rapid Change for the Respiratory Team

September 09, 2020

Over the last several months, PPMC’s respiratory staff have demonstrated extraordinary compassion and courage, from the tireless respiratory care practitioners who have helped patients breathe, to the diligent equipment techs who have ensured that every cannula, circuit, and cylinder is ready for the next arrival.
Presby Preserves the Patient Experience

August 10, 2020

As Philadelphia continues wrangling with the uncertainty that has washed over the nation with COVID-19, there is one thing that community members can rely on — the excellent, patient-centered care provided by Penn Presbyterian Medical Center.
Vantage Point: Michael Posencheg, MD, Chief Medical Officer

August 10, 2020

“Drinking from a fire hose” is the analogy many have used to describe what it must be like to step into a new role during COVID-19.
Meet Presby’s Human Resources Team

August 10, 2020

Check out a special Q&A with some of Presby's human resources stars.
Heartfelt Thanks

August 10, 2020

I’d like highlight the work of TSICU nurses Liz Zehren, RN, Maddie Parikh, RN, and Flerida Boter, RN; Cupp 3 East nurses Cindy Lehman, RN, and Maureen Kirby, RN; and Donna McClure, RN, CHPN, of Penn Medicine Hospice.
Recognizing PPMC’s Award-Winning Nursing Excellence, Through COVID-19 and Beyond

July 08, 2020

As PPMC navigates the outbreak of COVID-19 and begins to carefully scale up a safe return to other care that was delayed by the pandemic, front line nursing staff continue to go above and beyond.
Vantage Point: Michele Volpe, Chief Executive Officer

July 08, 2020

The PPMC executive leadership team could not be more proud of the truly extraordinary efforts that every employee has put forth during the COVID-19 crisis.
Our Shining STARs

July 08, 2020

Every month, PPMC staff members who embody Service, Teamwork, Achievement, and Respect, are named Presby STARs. In addition to earning recognition from their colleagues, these outstanding all-stars also receive a certificate from CEO Michele Volpe and a $100 award.
Presby Enters a New Era of Cancer Care

July 08, 2020

While some of us may have started an exercise regimen, hit a Netflix binging record, or invented banana bread recipes during the COVID-19 crisis, these accomplishments don’t quite live up to the standard set by the Radiation Oncology team — they opened a new practice location.