Tower Health News and Stories
Navigating Life After Stroke: Carlos' Journey to Recovery
What began as a fun night of New Year’s Eve celebrations quickly turned into a medical emergency that changed a local family’s life forever.
Paging the Next Generation of Caregivers
Inside Pottstown Hospital, a group of elementary school students prepared for their first “surgery” of the day. Dressed in oversized gowns, gloves, and caps, they crowded around the operating table to examine their “patient,” who had mysteriously swallowed a pound of slimy goo and dozens of tiny plastic dinosaurs.
Tower Health Physicians Named 2026 Top Doctors
Recognized by Philadelphia Magazine for their expertise, dedication, and compassionate approach to care, our 2026 Top Doctors exemplify the highest standards in medicine.
Phoenixville Hospital Earns STAR Accreditation for Tobacco Treatment Program
Michelle Evans, BSN, RN, CTTS, Community Health Education and Outreach, has spent 18 years helping patients through one of the hardest decisions of their lives: quitting smoking, even when it feels nearly impossible.
Tower Health Launches Post-Birth Alert Bracelet Program
The new safety measure is designed to enhance care and support new mothers beyond their hospital stay. Both hospitals are among the first in Pennsylvania to roll out the program.
Same-Day Knee Replacement Surgery Gets Patients Back on Their Feet
Bethel, PA resident Cindy Blatt, 66, lived with knee pain for years, and made small adjustments to her daily routine as the discomfort gradually worsened.
Street Medicine Team Honors Volunteers During 10-Year Anniversary Event
Tower Health Medical Group’s Street Medicine team celebrated a decade of service on April 23, honoring the dedicated volunteers who have helped bring vital healthcare directly to some of the community’s most vulnerable residents.
Reading Hospital Receives Two National Awards for High-Quality Patient Care
"Pottstown Hospital Saved My Life"
Read the stories of patients who faced unexpected medical emergencies and found hope through our expert care at Pottstown Hospital.
Delivering Heart Care Where It's Needed Most
Sijan Basnet, MD, is a cardiology fellow at Reading Hospital who is helping to expand care beyond hospital walls through Tower Health Medical Group’s (THMG) Street Medicine program.
Drexel University College of Medicine at Tower Health Celebrates Match Day
As the clock ticked toward noon, excitement and anticipation filled the room at Drexel University College of Medicine (DUCOM) at Tower Health.
A Heart Stronger Than Ever: Patient Reunites with Cardiac Team that Saved His Life
You’re Expecting the Best Care. Reading Hospital Delivers.
Pregnancy is a time filled with excitement, questions, and important decisions. At Reading Hospital, we know that having a child is one of life’s most special moments and our team considers it a privilege when families trust us with this meaningful moment.
Take the "Scary" Out of Sunday
You may have heard the term “Sunday Scaries,” and perhaps you’ve felt it yourself on Sundays, especially in the late afternoon or early evening.
Advancing Breast Healthcare at Tower Health
The past year has brought significant advancements and investments in the Tower Health Breast Program. We are pleased to share a number of key developments.
Vaccines During Pregnancy Can Protect Mom and Baby
One of the most common questions our Reading Hospital OB/GYN team hears from expectant parents is how vaccines may affect pregnancy. That’s understandable, as patients want to make the healthiest choices for their growing family.
Reading Hospital Receives Magnet® Redesignation
Reading Hospital – Tower Health has received Magnet® designation for Nursing Excellence from The American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) for the third consecutive time.
‘Take Your Child to Work Day’ at Reading Hospital
Reading Hospital’s future healthcare professionals got a behind-the-scenes look at hospital operations through “Take Your Child to Work Day.”
First Winners of ‘Shark Tank: Tower Health Edition’ Announced
First-place winner Rebecca Cofsky will receive bragging rights and cash prize. The friendly business pitch competition made a splash with employees!
United Airlines Partners with Emergency Medicine Residency on Simulation Training
Recently, 25 emergency medicine residents from Reading Hospital, five medical students from Drexel University College of Medicine at Tower Health, and members of the Residency Core Faculty partnered with United Airlines for hands-on simulation training aboard an aircraft.
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