The LG Experience

Words of appreciation can significantly influence our well-being—both when we hear them and when we say them to others.

For the 13 LG Health Family Medicine Residents who graduated in June, the last four months of their training took a dramatic turn with the COVID-19 pandemic. Their experience is sure to make them better doctors.

The last several months have tested us both as health-care professionals and as human beings. Despite the challenges we continue to face, it’s very important that we prioritize the health of ourselves and our families.

As the leading health-care provider in Lancaster County, Penn Medicine Lancaster General Health takes its responsibility to protect the health and safety of our community very seriously.

For patients across the country, seeking health care during the COVID-19 pandemic can be an anxiety-filled proposition. In many cases, it’s also a necessity.

At noon Wednesday, June 10, employees and leaders of Penn Medicine Lancaster General Health came together to kneel silently for eight minutes, 46 seconds in remembrance of those who have been victims of racism.

As Penn Medicine Lancaster General Health resumed patient services at Lancaster General Hospital and other locations in late spring, the health and safety of our patients, staff and community remained the highest priority.

You’ve just tested positive for COVID-19. What happens next?

At first, Peg Scholl blamed her sneezing and runny nose on allergies. When her symptoms worsened to include a headache, fever and back pain, she called her doctor, who sent her to be tested for COVID-19.