The following navigation utilizes arrow, enter, escape, and space bar key commands. Left and right arrows move through main tier links and expand / close menus in sub tiers. Up and Down arrows will open main tier menus and toggle through sub tier links. Enter and space open menus and escape closes them as well. Tab will move on to the next part of the site rather than go through menu items.
Our wound care team specializes in the treatment of chronic and hard-to-heal wounds, including sores and wounds that have not improved significantly during the course of a typical treatment. With our state-of-the-art care, people with chronic or non-healing wounds can return to a normal, healthy lif…
From pregnancy through menopause, gynecologic and breast health, Community Healthcare System offers compassionate, expert care for the full spectrum of women's health needs. Our Women's Diagnostic Centers offer the most advanced technologies for breast cancer screening and diagnostics. Women can fin…
The surgical teams and programs at St. Mary Medical Center are nationally recognized for the highest standards of quality and performance. Their accolades include: Designated as a Center of Excellence for Bariatric Surgery (MBSQIP) Designated as a Center of Excellence for Minimally Invasiv…
We offer aquatic physical therapy services in the warm-water lap pools at Community Hospital Fitness Pointe and the Valparaiso YMCA. Water relieves pressure on the spine and lower extremities, which helps with weakness or arthritis in the spine or legs. Water therapy also can improve range of motion…
When heart attacks strike, every second counts. Recognizing the warning signs and responding immediately can make the difference between life and death. The Chest Pain Center is designed to treat and stabilize heart attack patients immediately, when the chances of recovering are the greatest. The S…
Our goal is to get you moving again. When it comes to joint replacement, your therapy begins before surgery, with pre-op exercises. Each patient is educated to better understand what to expect and how to prepare for surgery. Exercise, nutrition and wellness are all part of your individualized care p…
Patients who need comprehensive heart services now have specialized care available closer to home. The Advanced Heart and Vascular Institute at the hospitals of Community Healthcare System offers complex cardiovascular technologies and techniques previously found only at leading academic medical cen…
The Pediatric Physical and Occupational Therapy Services Department works with children of all ages, ranging from premature infants to high schoolers. Our therapists are committed to assisting your child and your family in understanding his or her specific challenges. Our team approach allows the th…
Concussions occur when there is trauma to the head or spine that results in temporary disturbance of brain function. If a concussion is suspected, seeking medical care as soon as possible is important to make a full recovery and decrease the chance of developing long-term problems. Our medical team …
Our expert team of neurosurgeons and medical staff treat a variety of neurological conditions such as Parkinson’s disease, cerebral palsy, multiple sclerosis and epilepsy. They are experienced in performing operations to remove brain and spine tumors, correct or improve movement disorders, treat dis…
Your Heart Belongs Here The hospitals of Community Healthcare System operate one of the largest and most advanced cardiovascular programs in Northwest Indiana. Our teams provide a high level of expertise in performing diagnostic testing, cardiac and peripheral interventions, open heart and valve su…
Our integrative medicine team treats more than just the symptoms—we treat the whole person. Our staff uses treatments from conventional medicine alongside a range of CAM (Complementary and Alternative Medicine) therapies to help you feel healthy and strong. By addressing hormonal balance, adrenal fu…
It’s no wonder why St. Mary Medical Center has been recognized as one of America’s Best Hospitals for Obstetrics, and why our birthing center has been recognized by the Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association for excellence in delivering quality maternity care. Our birthing center has one of Northw…
Our physical therapists have the expertise and advanced equipment to help you return to your normal activities quickly, and they provide you with the knowledge you need to prevent future foot and ankle injuries. Rehabilitation begins with a detailed history and evaluation of your foot and ankle, a…
Experts at Community Healthcare System offer the foremost programs dedicated to the treatment of hand, wrist and upper extremity conditions and injuries. Our network of specially trained physicians, nurses, therapists and skilled healthcare professionals believe in early diagnosis, treatment and pre…
Community Healthcare System offers a variety of educational programs and screenings at low or no cost to the public. Blood pressure checks, glucose and cholesterol testing, foot exams, heart and Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD) screenings are among the screenings offered regularly through our hospita…
Community Healthcare System employs licensed athletic trainers who provide preventative services, immediate care, and therapeutic intervention for sports-related injuries and medical conditions. They serve local middle school and high school athletes, the Gary SouthShore RailCats and the Northwest I…
Our Home Health team brings the same high quality care and expertise you expect from our hospitals to your home. Whether you’re recovering from an illness or injury, or just need an extra hand at home, our caring and highly trained professionals work with your doctor and family to meet your unique …
The non-invasive cardiology department offers a variety of testing to assist physicians in the diagnosis of heart and vascular disease processes. Most of these studies use instrumentation that remains outside the body and use sound waves or electrical signals to gain precise information on condition…
No cutting. No scalpel. No pain. Oncology radiologists at the CyberKnife Center at St. Catherine Hospital are successfully stopping many forms of cancer and once-impossible to reach cancerous and benign tumors with the CyberKnife Robotic Radiosurgery System. CyberKnife offers hope to those who had l…
Community Healthcare System physicians use the latest advances to detect and treat colon cancer at its earliest possible stage. The third most common diagnosed cancer, colon cancer generally begins as a small growth called a polyp. An important tool for preventing colon cancer is screening to remove…
Healthy Habits from Day One When it comes to caring for your newborn, our doctors follow the most advanced procedures to ensure that your baby receives the highest level of care. Below are just a few of our newborn care practices. Delayed bathing Delayed newborn bathing has many benefits that…