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Bronze Award Winner Stroke Award 2018 West Penn Hospital is part of an elite group of hospitals recognized for long-standing care excellence by the American Heart Association and American Stroke Association. More “good days” for people managing autoimmune disorders The AHN Autoimmunity Institute off ers comprehensive treatment for patients with a variety of conditions, including: • Rheumatoid arthritis • Thyroid disease Finding motivation from our patients • Lupus Everywhere she goes, Dr. Susan Manzi carries a photo of Jessica, a patient she treated 20 years ago. Jessica’s photo encourages her to keep researching the link between lupus, heart attack, and stroke. • Multiple sclerosis • Celiac disease • Infl ammatory bowel disease The region’s fi rst hospital to earn Magnet® designation three times We’re proud to bring quality patient care and excellence in nursing to our patients. Only 8% of all hospitals nationwide receive a three-time Magnet® designation. To fi nd out more about how our advancements are changing lives, visit AHN.org/WestPennSpecialties. To schedule an appointment, call (412) DOCTORS. Susan Manzi, MD Chair, AHN Medicine Institute Director, AHN Autoimmunity Institute