Ligonier Medical Associates: Whipkey Vicki MD

Ligonier Medical Associates: Whipkey Vicki MD is a healthcare institution located at 221 West Loyalhanna Street in Ligonier, Pennsylvania, United States. This facility is part of Independence Health System, which offers nationally recognized quality care in various medical specialties including cardiology, orthopedics, palliative care, and maternity services. With a broad range of surgical, medical, emergency, and behavioral health services, as well as a network of primary care physicians, Independence Health System serves a ten-county region and is the largest employer in Butler and Westmoreland counties.

The institution, formed by the merger of Butler Health System and Excela Health, provides exceptional healthcare services to patients while keeping their care close to home. Excela Health, a part of Independence Health System, has received numerous awards for its cardiovascular care and operates three emergency departments with fully staffed care teams. Fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeons specialize in treating fractures and injuries, and the institution offers a range of services for women of all ages.

Patients can expect expert care and a staff that listens, cares, and understands their needs at Ligonier Medical Associates. Services offered include cardiovascular care, lung cancer screening, minimally invasive procedures for valve repairs, and treatment for heart defects. The institution has been lauded for 21 clinical achievements, including America's Best Honors in healthcare. Prior to the COVID pandemic, the facility adhered to all recommended CDC and DOH guidelines. For the latest information, blogs, videos, news coverage, and media releases, visit their website.