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Ambulance/Emergency Medical Services
West Shore Emergency Medical Services (WSEMS), an affiliate of Holy Spirit Health System, provides ambulance and medical transport services across Central Pennsylvania. Services include basic and advanced life support, as well as automated external defibrillation for quick response to heart attack and other cardiac emergencies.
For non-emergency needs, WSEMS provides wheelchair vans and invalid coach services to transport bed-bound patients.
Special services include:
- Consulting to evaluate Harrisburg area emergency response needs and strategic planning
- Contract management
- Billing for other pre-hospital organizations
Learn more about West Shore EMS.
Behavioral Health
The professionals at our Behavioral Health Center provide Central Pennsylvania with inpatient, partial hospitalization and outpatient programs for people of all ages. Counseling and therapy services to restore mental well-being are available for individuals, couples, families and groups.
Call 717-763-2228 for more information.
Learn more about special behavioral health services for teens.
Cancer Treatment
Our chemotherapy and surgery for patients with cancer and tumors are offered in a warm and supportive environment at Holy Spirit Hospital. A full array of the latest in treatment technology and radiation therapy services, including 3-D conformal and HDR brachytherapy, is available at OakWood Center Radiation Oncology, located at 880 Century Drive in Mechanicsburg, PA.
For patient convenience, OakWood offers courtesy van service.
Call 717-691-3235 for more information.
Center for Wound Healing and Hyperbarics
The Holy Spirit Center for Wound Healing and Hyperbarics treats patients with chronic, non-healing wounds in a comfortable outpatient setting using leading-edge wound care techniques. Patients that fail to respond to conventional wound care treatment may undergo hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOt), receiving 100 percent oxygen in a pressurized chamber. HBOt promotes the growth of new blood vessels. It has proven particularly effective in helping to heal diabetic foot ulcers, thereby avoiding lower extremity amputations. The Center for Wound Healing, Inc., has partnered with Holy Spirit Hospital to provide this service. For more information, call (717) 972-7177.
Diagnostic Services
Our trained technicians provide the Harrisburg region with a full range of diagnostic tests and services, including:
- Cardiology testing: EKG, nuclear stress echocardiography, holter monitoring and low-risk heart catheterization.
- Laboratory tests: Blood work, cytology, histology and urinalysis.
- Imaging services: Ultrasound, Cardiac MRI, CT scanning, MRI, nuclear medicine and mammography.
- Pulmonary Function Testing (PFT): Spirometry, Lung Volumes, Methacholine Challenge Testing, Pulse Oximetry, and Arterial Blood Gases.
Most services are provided at the hospital in Camp Hill. Many laboratory services also are available at Holy Spirit's family health centers. Diagnostic imaging services are available at:
- Holy Spirit Imaging Center East, 4230 Crums Mill Road, Harrisburg, 717-972-4900
- Holy Spirit Imaging Center West, Medical Arts Building, Camp Hill, 717-763-2979
- The Magnetic Imaging Center, 4665 Trindle Road, Camp Hill, 717-975-0444
- Duncannon Imaging Center, Duncannon, 717-957-3055
Emergency Care
The John R. Dietz Emergency Center, equipped with 27 private rooms and state-of-the-art technology, provides emergency services 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
Some non-urgent services, such as school and sports physicals, immunizations and treatment for colds and sprains, also are provided, with an appointment.
For non-emergency services, call ahead to 717-763-2424.
Family Health Services
You'll find complete family health care services through our network of family practice and internal medicine physicians, pediatricians and obstetrician/gynecologists.
Gastrointestinal Services
Physicians and specially trained nurses provide the Harrisburg area with state-of-the-art diagnostic and therapeutic procedures related to the gastrointestinal system. Using specialized equipment called endoscopes, these professionals examine the esophagus, stomach and large intestines. Inpatient and outpatient services include:
- Endoscopic procedures such as sigmoidoscopy, colonoscopy, bronchoscopy, ERCP, EGD, EGD with PEGs, EGD with dilation and endoscopic ultrasonography
- Liver biopsies
- pH motility
- Paracentesis
- Transesophageal Echocardiography (TEE)
- Enterostomal therapy
- Esophageal Motility Lab
Patients need a physician referral. For more information, call 717-763-2457.
Heart Services
The new Ortenzio Heart Center at Holy Spirit Health System offers comprehensive, state-of-the-art services for the care and treatment of heart problems are available, including:
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Cardiac Testing and Diagnosis:
- Cardiac Testing: EKG, EEG, stress tests, stress echocardiography and Holter monitoring.
- Cardiac Catheterization: Diagnostic procedures that enable your doctor to view and explore your heart and major blood vessels and plan treatment. Call 717-763-2984 for details.
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Inpatient Cardiac Rehabilitation
- Gradual activity and lifestyle education program for hospitalized patients. For more information, call 717-763-2448.
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Cardiac Therapy Center
- Outpatient rehabilitation program that provides exercise therapy, and patient and family education, as well as pacemaker follow-up.
- Heart Surgery: Pacemaker implants, peripheral vascular procedures and open heart procedures.
Holy Spirit also offers Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) classes for the general public and healthcare providers in the Harrisburg area.
For information on dates and class fees, call 717-972-4262.Home Health Care
In the privacy and comfort of your own home, you can receive skilled health care to include the following services:
- Nursing
- Physical Therapy
- Occupational Therapy
- Speech Therapy
- Medical Social Services
- Home Health Aide
Comfort Care is a non-profit, JCAHO-accredited, Medicare-certified home health agency affiliated with Holy Spirit. Special programs are offered in joint replacement therapy, IV therapy, wound care, cardiac care, mental health , telehomecare and emergency response systems-Lifeline. Nurses are on-call 24 hours a day.
Comfort Care accepts Medicare, Medicaid and most private insurance. The office is located at Grandview Corporate Place, Third Floor, Camp Hill, PA 17011.
For more information about Home Health Care, please call 717-972-4663 or 1-800-896-5000.
For information about JCAHO or to report concerns or complaints about a Joint Commission accredited health care organization you may call JCAHO at 1-800-994-6610 or email complaint@jcaho.org.
Maternity
Expecting a new addition to your family? Holy Spirit is equipped to meet your needs during and after the baby arrives. We offer a variety of services in a comfortable and warm environment tailored to meet your specific needs. Complete maternity care, including childbirth preparation classes, is available through our Birthplace.
Call 717-763-BABY for more information and to schedule a tour.
Neurological Testing
Technologists at our Electroneurodiagnostic Lab record and study electrical activity in the brain and nervous system for physician interpretation. Studies include EEG, Evoked Potentials and Sleep Disorders.
For more information, call 717-763-2476.
Medical Outreach Program
The Medical Outreach Service is dedicated to extending the healing mission of Jesus Christ by seeking to identify those of our community who fall through the cracks of the healthcare system. We then try to help these disadvantaged brothers and sisters either access existing resources, or, when necessary, we create new resources. As part of our commitment to a healthy community, our waiting area doubles as an intentional drop-in hospitality center for the poor and homeless. This nurse-run clinic is open Monday through Friday, 11:30 to 2:30. It is located in the Allison Hill section of Harrisburg, in the basement rear of Christ Lutheran Church, 124 South 13th Street. No appointments are necessary.
Services, all of which are free, include:- nursing assessments and first aid
- limited lab tests, flu shots and screenings (tests for pregnancy, blood sugar, strep, TB etc.)
- health education
- limited assistance with prescriptions, eyeglasses and durable medical goods
- referrals to other appropriate services
- material goods such as hygiene items, blankets, underwear, gloves, etc.
- hospitality center where all are welcome to rest, enjoy beverages, use the phones, fax, bathroom, etc.
- access to other Christ Lutheran Health Ministries, services including food vouchers, baby furniture, classes (with childcare) in English, GED prep and literacy
- nurses speak English, Spanish, medical French, Arabic and Haussa.
No eligibility screenings are done by phone: Please drop by. For more information, call 763-2507.
Neurological Testing
Technologists at our Electroneurodiagnostic Lab record and study electrical activity in the brain and nervous system for physician interpretation. Studies include EEG, Evoked Potentials and Sleep Disorders.
For more information, call 717-763-2476.
Nutrition Counseling / Medical Nutrition Therapy
If your physician has prescribed a special diet or if you want to learn more about good nutrition and a healthy diet, our registered dietitian can help.
Outpatient counseling includes:
- Nutritional evaluation
- Food preparation techniques
- Understanding food labels
- Meal planning
- Strategies to ensure success
A physician referral is required, except for weight management. For information or an appointment or fee schedule, call 717-972-4253.
Occupational Health
Protecting the health of workers and communities is a serious national concern. Holy Spirit Health System offers comprehensive work-related healthcare services to ensure you remain fit and on the job. Services include:
- Acute work-related injury care
- Active case management
- Pre-employment physicals
- Department of Transportation (DOT/ICC) examinations
- Drug and alcohol testing
- Pulmonary function testing (PFT)
- Executive physical examinations
- Comprehensive rehabilitation services
For details about any service, call 717-972-4343. To schedule an appointment, call 717-972-4351.
Patient Food Service
Holy Spirit's Food and Nutrition department is pleased to provide "At Your Request" service to its patients. Our staff makes every effort to ensure patient satisfaction by providing quality meals and service. Our "At Your Request" menu offers a variety of homemade foods with selections that accommodate specific dietary requirements. We realize patients have very little control over their lives while they are in the hospital. The "At Your Request" room service allows patients to have more control of what they want to eat and when they want their food. Meals are prepared when the patient calls, ensuring higher nutritional value, taste and freshness. Our staff uses a sophisticated software system that will alert them to dietary needs or restrictions, and they will help patients make appropriate selections. The room service phone lines open at 6:30 a.m. and close at 6:30 p.m. Meals are delivered within 45 minutes unless the patient wants the meal delivered at a later time. The room service phone number is ext. 7666.
For details, call 717-972-4253.
Physical Therapy
Areas of Practice: Including but not limited to back pain, orthopedics including total joint replacements, balance and neurological disorders, geriatrics, general reconditioning, wound care (skilled debridement), and sports injuries. Location: Conveniently located on the first floor of Holy Spirit Hospital, located directly across from Outpatient Registration. Flexible, convenient scheduling options, with day and evenings appointments available. Contact Information: Holy Spirit Hospital Outpatient Physical Therapy Telephone (717) 972-4545 Fax (717) 972-4546
Requirements: In order to participate in Physical Therapy, you must obtain a valid prescription from a physician. The prescription should specifically state your diagnosis, as well as physical therapy evaluation and treatment. Of special note, if you are not quite ready for Outpatient Physical Therapy at this time, but would rather benefit from Home Health intervention prior to your referral to Holy Spirit Outpatient Physical Therapy, please feel free to contact Comfort Care services at (717) 972-HOME.Pulmonary Function Testing (PFT)
"Our specially trained respiratory therapists use state-of-the-art equipment to conduct a variety of tests to help evaluate a variety of breathing disorders such as persistent cough, shortness of breath, and wheezing."
Tests we provide include:- Flow Volume Loops (FVL)
- Spirometry pre and post bronchodilators
- Lung volumes (TGV)
- Airway Resistance (Raw)
- Diffusion Capacity (DLCO)
- Maximal inspiratory & expiratory pressures (MIP/MEP)
- Arterial Blood Gases (ABG)
- Oxygen desaturation studies
- Methacholine challenge testing
Please call (717) 972-4545 for more information or to schedule an appointment. Day and evening appointments are available. We are conveniently located on the 1st floor in the main hospital across from the gift shop.
Sleep Center
Sleep Center - The Holy Spirit Sleep Center, 3 Walnut Street, Lemoyne, is staffed by experienced technicians using the latest technology to assess sleep problems, such as sleep apnea and narcolepsy. Through careful monitoring of the patient's heart activities, brain waves, breathing and more, they are able to get to the root of most sleep disorders. The new center has private bedrooms with individually controlled thermostats and private bathrooms for patients' comfort. For more information, please call (717) 901-0317.
Speech Therapy
Speech and language pathologists provide evaluations and treatment of speech and swallowing disorders, including aphasia, dysarthria, stuttering and voice cognitive communication or dysphagia disorders.
For more information, call 717-761-6794.
Surgical Services
We are a recognized leader in minimally invasive surgery, which allows surgeons to operate through tiny incisions. Following minimally invasive procedures, patients have quicker recoveries, less post-operative pain and shorter hospital stays. The latest in surgical procedures in all specialty areas using the latest technology is available at Holy Spirit.
Outpatient surgery can be scheduled and performed for minor operations with shorter recovery times at Holy Spirit Hospital or one of the nearby Grandview Surgery and Laser Centers in Camp Hill or Mechanicsburg.
For more information about the Hospital's surgical services, call 717-763-2400.
For more information about Grandview, call 717-731-5444.
Travel Health Services
Leaving the United States on business? Pleasure? A family vacation or professional conference? If you are planning an international trip, our travel program can provide immunizations designed specifically for you based on your travel itinerary and the most current recommendations from the CDC.
We also provide you with information to keep you safe and healthy on your trip, including travel health care tips, currency exchange rates, and embassy contacts. We can do on-site immunizations for groups of 12 or more travelers.
To schedule an appointment or for more information, call us at 717-972-4222.
Women's Health Services
At Holy Spirit, we've tailored our services to meet the unique and individual needs of women.
Holy Spirit's Behavioral Health Center offers a Women's Behavioral Health program that helps women with emotional and/or psychological problems dealing with pregnancy, after giving birth, and as they try to balance family and work commitments. For more information, please call (717) 763-2228.
The Center for Women's Health provides a complete range of obstetric and gynecological services, including routine and high-risk pregnancy care, gynecological surgery, natural family planning, infertility care and menopausal management.
The Birthplace at Holy Spirit provides complete and convenient care for maternity patients, including a Level III neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) and childbirth education to help you prepare.
Silver Creek Family Health Center offers the latest in women's aesthetic services, from laser hair removal and Botox®, Restylane® and Juvéderm™ treatments to chemical peels. They can also treat uneven skin tone, sun-damaged skin, spider and varicose veins, cystic acne, rosacea, wrinkles and even remove tattoos.
Through our affiliation with Spirit of Women, Holy Spirit has a wonderful array of educational programs, fun and informative community wellness events such as Spirit Girls' Night Out and Day of Dance, a membership program, educational materials, and other outreach activities. For more information, please call 717-972-4141.
The Holy Spirit Women's Imaging Center blends a relaxing, spa-like environment with state-of-the-art diagnostic technology, featuring digital mammography, 4D ultrasound, and bone densitometry technology. The Women's Imaging Center is located on the first floor of the Medical Arts Building at 890 Poplar Church Road, Camp Hill. To schedule an appointment, call 717-972-4900.
For information on women's health topics, support groups, classes and screenings, call our Healthcare Referral and Health Information Center at 717-972-6800 or 1-800-442-4080.