Sadler Health Center Appoints Dr. Lakshmi Polavarapu as Interim Chief Medical Officer
Sadler Health Center is pleased to announce the appointment of Lakshmi Polavarapu, MD as interim chief medical officer. This appointment reflects Sadler’s planned leadership succession and Dr. Polavarapu’s deep clinical expertise, collaborative leadership style and strong alignment with the organization’s mission and values. In her role, Dr. Polavarapu provides clinical leadership for Sadler’s medical department, supporting the delivery of high-quality, integrated, whole-person care. She will work closely
Brave the cold – Winter safety tips you should know
Winter weather can be beautiful – but it can also be risky if you’re not prepared. To help you stay safe and enjoy the season, we asked Dr. Jessica Riley, WellSpan York Hospital Medical Director of Emergency Medicine, to share expert tips to help you decide how to shovel and what to wear to prevent weather-related injuries. Q: What should I do before heading outside in cold weather?A: Always check the weather, temperature and wind chill. This helps you decide when to shovel and what to wear to
Sadler Health Center Strengthens Dental Team to Expand Access to Care
Sadler Health Center has strengthened its dental team with the addition of two providers: Christa Peyton, DDS who sees patients at Sadler's Carlisle and Loysville locations, and Naomi Mulgrew, RDH serving patients at its Mechanicsburg facility. Their expertise enhances access to high-quality dental care for patients of all ages. Dr. Peyton brings a patient-centered approach to dentistry, emphasizing compassion, patience and preventive care, with a focus on helping individuals and families restore and
Midstate Medical Moment: Don’t Wait to Address Back Pain
Sam Carver, MPH-MSHI, BSN, R.N., nurse navigator, UPMC Spine Care The Spine Health Foundation estimates that 80% of Americans will face back or neck pain in their lifetime. As a result, approximately 264 million U.S. workdays are lost annually due to back pain. As a nurse navigator, I help hundreds of people each year who are seeking treatment for chronic back and neck pain. Finding the right treatment approach takes time, but it can help you get back to doing the activities you love. Q: When should I
Batteries Plus is BEST of 2025 Carlisle Award Winner
BatteriesPlus of Carlisle is proud to announce that the store has been officially recognized as the BEST of 2025 Carlisle Award Winner in the Car Battery category.

