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BVHS and University of Findlay establish partnership

Posted by Fred Steiner on Friday, January 8, 2021

Blanchard Valley Health System (BVHS) and the University of Findlay (UF) recently announced they have formalized a collaborative affiliation relationship to ensure that the two organizations are closely aligned to ensure excellence in healthcare services from well-prepared professionals for generations of families within the region.

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Vaginal Discharge: What Is Normal?

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Posted by Anne Pannabecke... on Saturday, December 19, 2020

By Abby Maas, APRN-CNP
Blanchard Valley Obstetrics & Gynecology

Vaginal discharge is the fluid or mucous that comes from the vagina. This is a common concern among women and leads many to see their healthcare provider. Vaginal discharge can be normal unless it occurs with itching, burning, or other bothersome symptoms. Different causes of vaginal discharge can cause similar symptoms. It is recommended to seek examination to determine the cause of a vaginal discharge.

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Contemplating Contraception: The Benefits of An Intrauterine Device

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Posted by Anne Pannabecke... on Saturday, December 12, 2020

Dr. Jessica Lafyatis
Blanchard Valley Obstetrics & Gynecology

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Bluffton Hospital and BVH combine OB services

Part of Blanchard Valley Health System's pandemic response plan
Posted by Fred Steiner on Thursday, December 10, 2020

FROM BLUFFTON ICON - In order to increase bed capacity system-wide, as well as maximize staffing availability in the pandemic response, Blanchard Valley Health System (BVHS) will combine in-patient Bluffton Hospital and Blanchard Valley Hospital obstetrics on the main Findlay campus, effective Mnday, Dec. 14.

The Bluffton Hospital second floor, which houses the obstetrics unit, has an eight-bed capacity that is currently under utilized. With beds and staffing at a premium, as the COVID-19 census and acuity increases, BVHS will re-deploy beds and staffing to best meet the needs of the patients and community.

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Dysphagia: Are You “Stuck” with a Swallowing Disorder?

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Posted by Anne Pannabecke... on Saturday, December 5, 2020

Dysphagia is an alarming symptom that requires prompt evaluation to determine the cause and to initiate treatment. It may be due to a structural or motility (movement) abnormality as solids or liquids pass from the mouth to the stomach.

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"We are continuing to care for patients here at BVHS”

Icon Q and A with hospital officials concerning recent covid-19 developments
Posted by Fred Steiner on Wednesday, November 25, 2020

Earlier today The Icon talked with Scott Malaney, president and CEO, and Dr. William Kose, vice president of special projects, Blanchard Valley Health System, to clarify some covid-19 updates concerning BVHS. This is a follow-up to the Nov. 16 interview headlined: "Covid-19 is no hoax."

Are positive COVID patients being transferred out of Blanchard Valley Health System (BVHS), to other hospitals?

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