Mount Desert Island Hospital’s recently installed 64-slice CT scanner continues the hospital’s tradition of introducing “cutting edge” medical imaging technology to our community. This new CT (Computed Tomography) scanner significantly improves diagnostic capability while reducing radiation exposure and improving patient comfort.
A representative from the Finance Authority of Maine (FAME) visited Mount Desert Island Hospital last Friday to say thanks for supporting college education for babies born there. The celebration was to honor the birthday of the late Maine philanthropist Harold Alfond and to show appreciation to MDI Hospital for its role in educating parents about the Harold Alfond College Challenge Grant. Mila Tapan, an Outreach Representative with FAME presented a basket of treats to staff as a thank for their commitment to helping all eligible babies born at MDI Hospital receive the $500 grant.
Diagnosing abnormal heart rhythms, known as arrhythmias, can be challenging because the heart doesn’t always cooperate. But a recent purchase by Mount Desert Island Hospital allows patients to capture information about their own heart, making diagnosis of a potentially deadly disorder easier.
The Women’s Health Center will present “The Talk: How to talk to kids at any age about healthy sexuality.” This free event will feature human sexuality educator and consultant Al Vernacchio, MD, ED.
Mount Desert Island Hospital’s Diabetes Self-Management Program has once again received Education Recognition from the American Diabetes Association.
The Women’s Health Center will be hosting its annual Frock Swap and Sing-A-Long fundraising event at Reel Pizza on Saturday, March 27th.
Joanne Harris, Director of Human Resources at Mount Desert Island Hospital recently earned certification as a Senior Professional in Human...
A recent conference hosted by Mount Desert Island Hospital provided a glimpse at the future of electronic health records in Maine. Nearly 60 representatives from five Maine hospitals gathered at the Atlantic Oceanside to compare notes on a hospital-specific database that manages patients’ clinical and financial records.
Mount Desert Island Hospital has announced the hiring of Stacy Brown as its new Director of Fiscal Services. She replaces Brad Perkins who is now the Hospital’s Vice President of Finance.
Orthopedic specialist Stuart Davidson, MD will join Edward White, MD and Burton Pearl MD on the staff of MDI Orthopedics beginning March 1st.
At Mount Desert Island Hospital, we provide comprehensive care for you and your family through our hospital in Bar Harbor and a network of health centers across Mount Desert Island.
