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Chester County Hospital is dedicated to the health and wellbeing of the communities we serve. Learn more at ChesterCountyHospital.org.

Founded in 1892 as the county’s first hospital, the non-profit has grown into a 309-bed acute-care inpatient facility in West Chester. It also has outpatient services in Exton, West Goshen, New Garden, West Grove, Jennersville, and Kennett Square. In 2013, Chester County Hospital became part of Penn Medicine, which is one of the world's leading academic medical centers, dedicated to medical educat

ion, biomedical research, and excellent patient care. In addition to quality-driven medical and surgical services, Chester County Hospital also offers home health, inpatient hospice and skilled nursing care; occupational medicine; outpatient laboratory, radiology and physical therapy services; wound care; cardiopulmonary rehab; and a prenatal clinic for the underserved. In 2020, Chester County Hospital completed the largest expansion in its history. The project welcomed a state-of-the-art procedural platform with 15 operating room suites, a 99-bed patient tower, a new main entrance and an expanded and renovated Emergency Department.

08/21/2026

What does a second chance at life look like? For Will, it looks like getting back in the classroom with his students and back on the volleyball court with friends.

See how the Penn Medicine heart transplant team helped this 36-year-old teacher navigate sudden heart failure and return to the life he loves.

"This second chance wasn't just mine, it's also for all the people in my life," he said. "I'm showing up for me, but I'm also showing up for them."

08/19/2026

When a first-time mom arrived at Penn Medicine Chester County Hospital for an induced labor, she and her husband were filled with anxiety. Labor and Delivery nurse Sarah Reyburn’s kindness and genuine compassion quickly put them at ease. They shared stories about each other’s pets, hobbies, and life outside the hospital walls.

“At one point, it felt like we were laughing with an old friend,” recalled the mom.

The couple was so happy to see Sarah the next morning when she returned to start her shift. She was just in time for the delivery of their healthy baby boy. Moments later, however, joy turned into fear when the new mom needed emergent care.

Sarah immediately sprang into action, staying by her patient's side through the frightening experience. Once stable, Sarah made sure the new father also felt supported as he cared for their newborn.

“When I saw the DAISY nomination in my discharge paperwork, I knew I wanted to share our story,” said the mom. "People always told me I'd never forget the doctor who delivered my baby. For me, I'll always remember the nurse."

Congratulations, Sarah, and thank you for the extraordinary care you provide for the patients and families you serve.

08/17/2026

Behind every comment, DM, and question on our social media channels is a real person ready to help. Meet Deidre Gray, a Senior Digital Communications and Support Coordinator at Penn Medicine.

From helping patients schedule appointments and find parking spots to connecting them with vital resources when they need it most, Deidre brings empathy, kindness, and understanding to every interaction.

Care at Penn Medicine goes far beyond the providers patients visit and the staff they see in our facilities. Our teams work every day to ensure that each patient feels heard, supported, and treated with respect every step of the way.

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Disclaimer: Appointments with Penn Medicine providers are not able to be scheduled via social media.

08/14/2026

What a night at the ballpark!

Chester County Hospital employees and their families came together for a fun-filled evening at Penn Medicine Park as the Lancaster Stormers hosted the 2nd Annual Chester County Night.

CEO Dr. Karen Pinsky helped kick off the celebration with remarks honoring our team, while COO Shane Flickinger took the mound to throw a ceremonial first pitch.

The night also gave everyone a chance to give back through the Stormers' Teddy Bear Toss, benefiting pediatric patients at Lancaster General Hospital.

Thank you to the Lancaster Stormers for giving our Chester County Hospital family such a memorable night!

08/12/2026

Kaleigh tried GLP‑1 weight loss medications when she began looking for ways to improve her health. She knew they helped many people, but they didn’t work for her. She then decided to pursue bariatric surgery at Penn Medicine.

Since her surgery, Kaleigh says she feels happier and healthier than ever. She feels more grounded and confident. She is no longer in the pre‑diabetic range and no longer has sleep apnea.

08/10/2026

A rare look inside the human brain is offering new answers on Alzheimer’s disease.

In a ground-breaking study published in JAMA, Penn Medicine researchers analyzed the brain of a deceased clinical trial participant to see how clearing amyloid plaques impacts disease progression.

The findings were stark: areas where therapy successfully cleared amyloid had minimal damage and tau tangles, while neighboring regions with leftover amyloid showed significant inflammation and neurodegeneration.

This side-by-side evidence suggests that early, widespread amyloid clearance may help stop tau accumulation—offering a crucial blueprint for slowing memory loss and cognitive decline.

08/09/2026

Trisha Patel brings both precision and heart to her work as a critical care pharmacist and pharmacy residency director at Penn Medicine Chester County Hospital. Each day she partners with the ICU team, reviewing medications, adjusting doses, and recommending new therapies to help ensure patients receive the most effective treatments possible.

In overseeing the residency program, she stays closely attuned to residents’ mental health and even built a well being program specifically for them. “I wanted to make sure their mental health was supported throughout one of the most demanding years of their careers,” she explained.

Outside the hospital, Trisha channels her creativity into art with purpose. She’s drawn to work that carries meaning and serves beyond décor. Earlier this year, she discovered the term neuroaesthetics: the scientific study of how the brain responds to beauty and aesthetic experience, and how health is shaped by elements in the environment. The concept resonated deeply, and she became a certified neuroaesthetics artist.

“Discovering this field felt like finding the bridge between science and art I’d been searching for and I finally had a term for what I’d been doing instinctively,” Trisha said.

She was proud to learn that one of the leaders in this space, Dr. Anjan Chatterjee, founded the Penn Medicine Center for Neuroaesthetics. “Knowing that this kind of rigorous, respected research is happening so close to home has made me only more excited to continue creating art with more intention, supported by principles that have been studied and proven.”

On Thursday, August 13, Trisha is excited to take part in a webinar on NeuroArts, exploring how art can support health and wellness. Learn more below.

08/06/2026

In a recent Penn Medicine Book Club event at the new Pennsylvania Hospital Museum, oncologist and bioethicist Ezekiel Emanuel, MD, PhD, co-director of the Healthcare Transformation Institute at the University of Pennsylvania, discussed his new book, Eat Your Ice Cream, with Kevin Mahoney CEO, University of Pennsylvania Health System. The book poses a timeless question: What makes a longer life a good one? Dr. Emanuel shared why real connection matters. Face‑to‑face time strengthens our mental health in ways digital communication can't.

08/03/2026

The lactation consultants at Penn Medicine Chester County Hospital take special pride in our designation as a Baby-Friendly hospital. This honor reflects our focus on following proven practices that help parents breastfeed successfully and feel supported during the earliest days with their babies.

Breastfeeding offers important benefits for both parent and child. Early guidance from our experienced team allows families to navigate common challenges and feel more confident as they learn what works best for them.

The first week of August is recognized as World Breastfeeding Week. This year's theme, "Breastfeeding for a Sustainable Start in Life: Strengthen What Works," aligns with our commitment to expanding support for growing families. We look forward to opening a new Outpatient Lactation Center at the Chester County Hospital Pavilion this fall, providing continued breastfeeding support beyond the hospital stay.

"My team and I are excited to be able to offer this expanded access, as we know that early breastfeeding support is crucial to overall breastfeeding success," said Amy Latyak, manager of Lactation and Prenatal Education Services.

We're so grateful to our dedicated lactation consultants for their care and dedication to our community. Their work is making a lasting difference.

07/29/2026

Penn Medicine Chester County Hospital was recently honored with a visit from Congresswoman Chrissy Houlahan and members of her team. Representative Houlahan met with our employees and medical staff to explore the experience of delivering high-quality and conscientious health care in our community.

"It was rewarding to have our local federal elected representative visit our hospital, investing her time, energy, and attention into understanding our experiences and recognizing our sizable contributions to the community," said Chester County Hospital CEO Karen Pinsky, MD.

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