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WNDUMemorial Hospital first in Indiana to offer needle-free blood draws
SOUTH BEND, IN (June 26, 2025) — Memorial Hospital of South Bend is the first hospital in
Indiana to transform the patient experience by providing comprehensive needle-free blood
draws that offer patients significant relief from repeated needle sticks during their hospital
stay.
Memorial Hospital's pioneering use of PIVO™ Pro technology from BD (Becton, Dickinson and
Company) delivers on the vision of a "One-Stick Patient Experience." The hospital has
expanded this technology beyond standard blood draws to include blood culture collections
in the emergency room, making Memorial the second hospital in the nation to offer this
comprehensive implementation. This means most blood draws at Memorial Hospital are now
performed through this needle-free system.
"Memorial Hospital is committed to putting patients first in everything we do," said Lauren
Nygaard, BSN, RN, 9 South Manager at Memorial Hospital. "By being the first in Indiana to
invest in this progressive, needle-free method of blood collection for both routine draws and
blood cultures, we are taking meaningful action in our commitment to our patients."
The technology allows Memorial Hospital to use a patient's existing IV line for high-quality
blood draws and blood culture collections. While patients still require an initial IV placement,
this eliminates most additional needle sticks during their stay. The system also benefits
healthcare staff by reducing blood exposure and needlestick injuries, with nurses, nursing
assistants and mental health technicians trained to use it across patient care areas.
Blood draws are one of the most common hospital procedures, and more than half of
Americans report some fear of needles. Memorial Hospital began with needle-free blood
draws throughout the facility and recently expanded to include blood culture draws in the
emergency room. Patients have expressed relief and thankfulness for reduced discomfort,
while healthcare staff report feeling better about the patient care they provide to patients.
About Beacon Health System
Beacon Health System is our community's locally owned, nonprofit healthcare leader, serving
patients across northern Indiana and southern Michigan. Our more than 8,100 associates and
1,000+ physicians, who are deeply rooted in our region, provide exceptional care with
heartfelt compassion at Beacon Children's Hospital, Beacon Granger Hospital, Community
Hospital of Bremen, Elkhart General Hospital, Memorial Epworth Center, Memorial Hospital
of South Bend and Three Rivers Health. We serve as the majority provider for underinsured
and uninsured patients, furthering our commitment to community health and well-being.
With our teams at Beacon Medical Group, Memorial Family Medicine Residency Program,
Beacon Health Foundation and Beacon Health & Fitness, we are dedicated to delivering
patient-centered care at every step of your health journey. Connect with us at
BeaconHealthSystem.org.
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