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It’s Not Glamorous, but Colon Cancer Screening Saves Lives

It may not be the most glamorous subject, but talking about colorectal cancer saves lives. Among cancer affecting both men and women, colorectal

Jade’s Story

Jade Stanley, a local Sheridan resident, is the first Sheridan Memorial Hospital (SMH) patient to undergo hysterectomy surgery using state-

Janet’s Story

A first-hand account from recent Urgent Care patient, Janet Dale:

My recent experience at the Urgent Care at Sheridan Memorial Hospital was a

January – Thyroid Awareness Month

In this new year, we want to remind you to take care of yourself. With all of the talk and concern about the COVID-19 virus, it’s a very confusing

Jason Ackerman, MD — Talks About Alcohol Use Disorder, Available Treatments, and MORE!

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Jason Ackerman, MD — Talks About Sheridan Memorial Hospital’s Addiction and Internal Medicine

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June 18-24 is National CNA Week!

June 18-24 -- National Certified Nursing Assistants Week Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) provide intimate, hands-on healthcare to patients. A day in the life of a CNA might include taking patients temperature, blood pressure, and other vital signs, helping with bathing,...

Keep A List: Why Your Medications Matter

As a patient there is one question you should be asked every time you see a provider: “What

Kelly Lieb, DMSc, PA-C, and Teara Leibee, BSN, RN, talk about patient experience and patient responsibilities

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Kelly Lieb, DMSc, PA-C, Talks About Prioritizing Patient Experience

Listen to Kelly Lieb, Director of Patient Experience at Sheridan Memorial Hospital talk about

Larry’s Story

By Larry Certain February 20, 2021, posted here with his permission.

I feel fortunate to live in Sheridan County, and I am sure I’m not alone. Many of the nicest people live in our county, and a

Learning about Testicular Cancer

April is Testicular Cancer awareness month. Testicular cancer is the most common solid tumor among males age 15-34 years old. The American Cancer Society estimates almost 10,000

Let’s Talk Strokes

May is National Stroke Awareness Month with a goal to increase awareness around this very important public health problem. It is estimated

Letter to the Community from Mike McCafferty, Cheif Executive Officer

Listen to Christopher M. Prior, Family Physician, Talk About Back To School Immunizations

Listen to what Christopher Prior, Family Physician at Sheridan Memorial Hospital’s Primary Care

Listen to What Jasmine Slater and Ada Kirven Share About The Link, Welch Cancer Center, & The SMH Foundation

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Local Physician Joins SMH Internal Medicine Group

Christopher Prior, DO August 19, 2019 When you first talk with Christopher Prior, the new Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine with Sheridan Memorial Hospital’s Internal Medicine Practice, it is easy to tell he is a humble and kind man. However, when...

Maternity Classes Live & Interactive on Zoom

The Women's Health maternity classes will be conducted online via Zoom through a HIPAA secure account during April and May. The classes will still be conducted on the 1st (prenatal) and 3rd (breastfeeding) Mondays of each month from 6 pm...

Medical Device Recall Notification – Sleep and Respiratory Care Update from Philips Respironics

Sheridan Memorial Hospital has been advised of a

Medicare and Health Insurance Marketplace Open Enrollment Resources

By Cashlee Cates, Financial Advocate Supervisor at Sheridan Memorial Hospital There are two different but important, health insurance enrollment periods this time of year. The first is the open enrollment period for Medicare, which runs from October 15 through December...

Meet Dr. Erin Henderson And Listen To What She Shares About Preventive Healthcare

Meet Dr. Erin Henderson and listen to what she

MH Foundation Funded Project: Bilimeter Tool in Use

September 19, 2019 The Women's Health Department Team at SMH appreciates the new bilimeter The Foundation funded with community gifts. The Bilimeter is a special tool that is used to measure concentration of bilirubin in newborns with wavelengths instead of...

Moms Supporting Moms

Healthcare providers at Sheridan Memorial Hospital and its clinics often hear from patients about the emotional and physical challenges

National Nutrition Month: Get to Know Your SMH Registered Dietitian Nutritionists

March is National Nutrition Month and a great opportunity to recognize our incredible Registered Dietician Nutritionists at Sheridan Memorial Hospital. Our RNDs are experts in food and nutrition and are qualified to support a variety of patient needs including meal...

New Addiction Medicine and Recovery Clinic Opens at SMH

Dr. Jason Ackerman has been practicing medicine in Sheridan for the past 8 years and has been a mainstay in the Sheridan Memorial Hospital

New Audiology Services at Sheridan Memorial Hospital’s Ear, Nose and Throat Clinic

Trouble hearing? Learn about our new audiology services and what options might be available to help you.

New beginnings and fond farewells

During their annual meeting on July 23, 2024, The Sheridan Memorial Hospital (SMH) Foundation recognized outgoing board directors and welcomed

New Chief Ambulatory Officer at SMH

Holly Zajic (pronounced Zeitz) loves helping people be the best they can be every day. When you first meet her, it’s the exuberance and energy

New Digital Physician Directory

New Internal Medicine Physician, Elise Sylar, MD

We are excited to welcome Dr. Elise Sylar to the staff at Sheridan Memorial Hospital Internal Medicine. She is now accepting appointments for adults and adolescents 16 and over. Please call 307.675.2650 Option 4 to schedule your appointment today.

New OB/GYN Physician at SMH

When you meet Elisabeth Scalva, MD, the first thing you might notice is her height. However, that quickly fades away as her vibrant personality radiates as she engages with people. As a new Obstetrics/Gynecology physician at SMH Women’s Clinic, Scalva...

New Robotic-Assisted Surgery Program at Sheridan Memorial Hospital

Patients can now access state-of-the-art, minimally invasive surgical technology right here

New TCU nurse practitioner calls health care a vocation, aims to serve

Like many people who go into health care, Ashley Bostyan knew she wanted a career in which she

NEW Transitional Care Unit Set to Open this Summer

Sheridan Memorial Hospital (SMH) strives to meet community and regional demand for patient care. In recent years we have become even more aware

New Welch Cancer Center Physician, Marty Lucas, MD

Upon your initial introduction to Dr. Marty Lucas, you may notice that she carries a unique

Nurses make the Difference

National Nurses Week is May 6-12, with the American Nurses Association recognizing and honoring nurses across the United States in the

October is National Physical Therapy Month

Celebrating Physical Therapist at Sheridan Memorial Hospital’s Wyoming Rehab

One-of-a-Kind Quilts bring joy to little patients

From Left to Right Hospital Staff & Quilters: Love in Stitches Quilter Cynthia Whiteman, Pediatrics Manager Tandie Garland and Kenya Stewart RN, and Quilter Penny Covalt pictured in the hospital’s lobby with a new quilt delivery. On December 20, Sheridan...

Options for Care

Navigating the healthcare system can be difficult. Even in a small town like Sheridan, there are multiple options for care and it may not always be clear where to start. Sheridan Memorial Hospital

Outpatient Center Update

March 20, 2019 It has been an exciting month around Sheridan Memorial Hospital as the Outpatient Center (OC) is now open and ready for business. Bringing outpatient services under one roof certainly provides a more efficient opportunity for patient access...

Parking and Access for Your Appointments

With the opening of the new Outpatient Center, it’s no secret than many clinics and departments have moved to bigger, better facilities. We understand that when you schedule an appointment at one of these clinics, you may not know where...

Pelvic Floor Rehabilitation: Treatment for Urinary and Bowel Incontinence and Pain in the Pelvic Area

The term “Pelvic Floor Health” encompasses

Personalized Healthcare for All Ages at SMH Primary Care

Listen to what Dr. Emily Denney & Dr. Erica Rinker share about Healthcare for All Ages at SMH Primary Care!

Philanthrophy Continues to Support Medical Excellence in our Community

September 19, 2019 Hospital Foundation Receives Challenge Gift from the William F. and Lorene W. Welch Foundation to Support Cardiac Care Interventional cardiology technology is evolving rapidly with new advancements and innovation to improve care. A recent $150,000 gift from...

Philanthrophy Continues to Support Medical Excellence in our Community

Philanthropy Supports Intensive Care Unit Project

From left to right: ICU Clinical Staff Members: Beverly Osborne, Lyndsey Nero, Lynn Grady, Alaina Bergstrom, Kat Condos To advance healthcare delivery and improve patient outcomes in our rural area, Sheridan Memorial Hospital recently installed new telehealth communication equipment in...

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