Presby Bulletin

Kevin Mahoney with the full team from the US Navy who joined the PPMC staff

Welcome Aboard! Navy Surgeon General Visits PPMC as Navy Personnel Join Trauma Team

Penn Presbyterian Medical Center (PPMC) leaders have the official kick-off for a historic three-year partnership with the United States Navy.

Committed Presby Community Member Making the Neighborhood Greener

October 01, 2021

A Penn Medicine CARES Grant will enhance Vernell Stewart’s project to beautify a corner of West Philadelphia.
Difference Makers: Bringing Comfort on Someone’s Worst Day

October 01, 2021

An emergency department technician was surprised to find a two-year-old boy in the back of a police car. He set out to distract the child from the chaos.
Vantage Point – Gene Gofman: Associate Chief Financial Officer

October 01, 2021

Associate Chief Financial Officer Gene Gofman focuses on the future of women’s health at PPMC.
Celebrating Presby Anniversaries: From 5 to 45 Years

September 01, 2021

PPMC plans to honor staff with service anniversaries this fall, with milestones ranging from 5 to 45 years with the hospital.
Presby Named to List of Best ‘Smart’ Hospitals in the World

September 01, 2021

Newsweek named Penn Presbyterian Medical Center one of the World’s Best Smart Hospitals in 2021. PPMC leadership discusses how they are using technology to improve patient and staff experience.
Three for Three! PPMC Awarded Magnet Designation for Third Cycle in a Row

September 01, 2021

For the third time in a row, Penn Presbyterian Medical Center is awarded Magnet Designation, reflecting the hard work and dedication of staff over the past two years.
Vantage Point: Michele Volpe

September 01, 2021

Michele Volpe, CEO of Penn Presbyterian Medical Center discusses plans to expand PPMC’s capacity for care, and reminds staff to take advantage of resources to take care of their own mental health.
Difference Makers: A Source of Answers and Caring Assistance

July 01, 2021

During a particularly difficult night, ED Tech and Patient Advocate Amelia Thoroughgood stepped in and assumed the place of a young patient’s mother, holding his hand and assuring him he would be okay, amidst the chaos of the trauma bay.
Our Shining STARs

July 01, 2021

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. This month two staff members were honored.
Presbyterian Leadership Honors COVID-19 Patients, Staff with Memorial Service

July 01, 2021

PPMC leadership organized a memorial service and candle lighting ceremony in June 2021 to remember the patients who did not survive COVID-19, as well as to honor the staff for their dedication and work through such a challenging time.