UPMC Pinnacle Foundation

10/21/2026

As we look back on our Farm to Forchetta celebration, we want to give a special shoutout to the talented chefs, culinary professionals, and volunteers who helped make all three days such a memorable experience!

From preparing beautiful dishes and selecting exceptional w**e pairings to serving our guests and keeping everything running smoothly behind the scenes, this incredible team brought so much talent, energy, and dedication to each event.

A heartfelt thank you to Chefs John Nocita, Founder of the Italian Culinary Institute, Italy, Beau Schooler, Dave Caputo, and Raine Sindicich, along with Rynn Caputo, Hannah Bollinger, Elijah Sharp, Sharon St. Hart, Michele Dobe, Ray Dobe, Kim Rinker, Liz Wentz, Kyle Carter, Brianna Geesaman, Mark Sindicich, Justin, and Kristen!

Thank you for helping make Farm to Forchetta such a wonderful celebration!

10/20/2026

So far in 2026, 103 women have received care through the UPMC Pinnacle Foundation Women's Mobile Health Unit, bringing essential women's health services closer to home for individuals throughout Central Pennsylvania.

By traveling directly into our communities, the Women's Mobile Health Unit helps make preventive care and important health screenings more accessible to women who may otherwise face barriers to receiving these services.

We're grateful for the dedicated health care professionals and community partners who help make this program possible and continue to bring meaningful care to the women who need it most.

10/19/2026

To everyone who shared a story during our 2026 Day of Gratitude celebration, thank you!

Your heartfelt messages of appreciation remind us of the incredible impact that compassionate care can have on patients and families throughout our communities.

Each story submitted will be shared with the health care provider or team being recognized, along with a special certificate honoring the difference they've made.

Thank you for taking the time to recognize the people who have made a meaningful impact on your life. Your words of gratitude mean more than you know!

10/18/2026

Behind three days of Farm to Forchetta was an incredible partnership built around a shared belief in the power of food, health, and community.

Our deepest thanks to Denise DelGrosso Gilliland of DelGrosso Foods, Rynn Caputo of Caputo Brothers Creamery, Jennifer Glassmyer, and Dr. KimberLee Mudge for their extraordinary partnership in bringing this ambitious three-day series to life.

From planning and collaboration to sharing their expertise, passion, and resources, their commitment helped make each experience possible and brought the mission of the UPMC Pinnacle Foundation Farm to Hospital Program to life in a truly unique way.

We are incredibly grateful for partners who believe in this work as deeply as we do, and who helped turn a big idea into three unforgettable days.

10/13/2026

What if health care could begin long before a patient ever walks through the doors of a hospital?

On this weeks episode of the In Their Words podcast, Dr. KimberLee Mudge shares the story behind the UPMC Pinnacle Foundation's Farm to Hospital Program at UPMC Memorial and the vision that helped bring it to life.

A breast surgeon and longtime advocate for prevention and wellness, Dr. Mudge discusses how nutrition, healthy lifestyles, and modern medicine can work together to improve health, and what it means to see that vision growing into a program benefiting patients and the community.

Listen to In Their Words at https://upmcpinnaclefoundation.org/podcast or wherever you get your podcasts.

10/12/2026

A huge thank you to the incredible vendors who helped make Forchetta Fest such a memorable celebration!

From handcrafted cheeses and fresh pasta to artisanal baked goods, locally grown ingredients, seafood, barbecue, and more, these talented businesses brought an amazing variety of flavors and experiences to our event.

We are so grateful to each of our participating vendors for sharing their time, talents, and passion for great food with our community!

Thank you to:
Bari Orchard
MANNA & CO.
PastaNito
Splitshift
Horn Farm Center
Caputo Brothers Creamery
La Famiglia DelGrosso
Bearded Egg
The Salted Curd
Louie Louie Seafood
York Fresh Food Farms
Curata Travel
Susie Ques LLC
Painted Fox Winery

Your participation helped make Forchetta Fest a wonderful celebration of food, community, and the connections between local agriculture and healthy living.

Thank you for being part of it!

10/12/2026

For NICU families, the journey doesn’t end when they leave the hospital. The caregivers who supported them through some of their earliest and most uncertain days often remain an unforgettable part of their story.

At the recent NICU Reunion, we had the opportunity to hear from families, and vocal NICU graduates themselves, as they reflected on their experiences and shared gratitude for the teams who cared for their little ones.

Their words are a beautiful reminder of the lasting impact compassionate care can have on a family, long after they head home.

Enjoy the videos and music you love, upload original content, and share it all with friends, family, and the world on YouTube.

10/10/2026

Join us for UroUnlocked on Saturday, Nov. 21, at the Penn Harris Hotel and Convention Center in Camp Hill!

Physicians, advanced practice providers, nurses, and other health care professionals interested in urology are invited for a day of learning, connecting, and exploring the latest in urologic care. Hear from experts in the field, gain valuable insights, and enjoy opportunities to connect with colleagues.

And bring the family along! A free Family-Friendly Fun Zone will offer something for everyone to enjoy.

Be sure to register by Nov. 11! Find complete event details and registration information online at https://bit.ly/UroUnlocked2026

10/09/2026

At UPMC Hillman Cancer Center in Central Pa., one patient’s desire to support others in need led to the creation of a resource pantry for fellow patients, stocked with helpful items to provide comfort and support throughout their cancer journey.

With the support of Senior Social Worker Jennie Lawler and the care team, the pantry continues to be a meaningful resource, and our community can help keep it stocked.

Check out the Amazon Wish List, every contribution helps ensure these resources are available when a patient needs them most!

10/08/2026

A special thank you to Cintas Corporation for helping us send Forchetta Fest guests home with something special!

Through their generous sponsorship, guests received a reusable Farm to Hospital market bag, perfect for filling with fresh, local finds and a reminder to keep choosing good things for ourselves and our communities.

Thank you, Cintas, for supporting Forchetta Fest and the UPMC Pinnacle Foundation Farm to Hospital Program.