91% of staff are currently vaccinated With the COVID-19 vaccine mandate deadline looming, the Brooks-TLC Hospital System is preparing for the worst but hoping for the best with regard to the mandate’s impact to System operations. A 9% hospital-wide staff loss is anticipated Monday, with 51 of the 573 Brooks-TLC…
[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”3.22″][et_pb_row admin_label=”row” _builder_version=”3.25″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text” _builder_version=”3.27.4″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”] Brooks-TLC Hospital System, Inc. has announced its Gowanda Medical Center has achieved recognition as a Level 3 Patient Centered Medical Home (PCMH) by the National Center for Quality Assurance (NCQA). PCMH is…
By Mary E. LaRowe and Christopher Lanski Efforts to preserve healthcare in the Chautauqua region by the Brooks-TLC Hospital System Board of Directors have come under fire. The board recognizes the loss of any health service wounds the community, and we understand the emotional reaction. On behalf of all our…
In recognition of Lead Poisoning Prevention Week 2020, Brooks-TLC has teamed up with the Chautauqua County Department of Health and Human Services and The Chautauqua Center to conduct a free drive-up/walk-up lead testing of household objects on Thursday, October 29 from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at our main entrance. Testing…
In her role as team captain, Michele Hallmark led the Brooks-TLC Hospital System, Inc. Chautauqua County Walk to End Alzheimer’s and fundraising effort. In lieu of a large gathering this year, team members were encouraged to form small intimate groups and walk in their own neighborhood, park, or other location…
Influenza (Flu) and COVID-19 are both contagious respiratory illnesses, but they are caused by different viruses. As we approach flu season with concurrent positive COVID-19 cases within our community, the infection control team at Brooks-TLC Hospital System, Inc. (BTLC) reminds us it is extremely important to remain vigilant about taking…
In commemoration of their selfless work during the COVID-19 pandemic, Brooks-TLC staff received a custom steel indoor /outdoor sign from Echevarria Designs LLC, Dunkirk, on behalf of the local community. The custom steel sign has been installed in a place of prominence at the hospital’s outpatient entryway screening area, where…
Photo caption: Michelle Procknal, director of quality, was instrumental in the hospital achieving the coveted certification. Brooks-TLC CEO, Mary LaRowe, added, “I’m so incredibly proud of the teamwork it took to earn this certification and how every employee played a big part in achieving it.” Brooks-TLC Hospital System, Inc. has…
Photo Caption: Dunkirk City Fire Chief Mike Edwards leads the salute of hospital workers despite an unexpected snowfall. In recognition of the tenacity, strength and resilience of hospital staff and physicians during this time of crisis, the Dunkirk Police and Fire Departments honored their efforts April 9. A parade of…
Looking for a way to help? According to the CDC, fabric masks are a crisis response option when other supplies have been exhausted. If you have sewing skills and access to a sewing machine, follow these easy instructions courtesy of Deaconess. To donate completed masks, contact Community Relations at myhealth@brookshospital.org or…
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