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.
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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
New Year’s Eve & New Year’s Day Hours
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=""]Please note that many of our clinics and services will be closed or operating on adjusted hours from Wednesday, Dec. 31, through Friday, Jan. 2, so our team members can celebrate the new year with their families, friends and...
Northeast Wyoming Pediatric Associates to join Sheridan Memorial Hospital
SHERIDAN – Sheridan Memorial Hospital (SMH)
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
O’Dell Match
In a heartwarming display of community spirit, O’Dell Construction has once again demonstrated its deep-rooted commitment to our community. The
October is National Physical Therapy Month
Celebrating Physical Therapist at Sheridan Memorial Hospital’s Wyoming Rehab
One year later: Judy’s story
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text css=""] Nearly one year after undergoing a total ankle replacement with Sheridan Orthopedics’ podiatrist, Daniel Peterson, DPM, FACFAS, equine veterinarian Judy Merriott, DVM, credits both the procedure and Dr. Peterson with restoring her quality of life and getting her...
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...
Operation Green Light for Veterans
Sheridan Memorial Hospital will participate in Operation Green Light for Veterans Nov. 4-11, shining green lights outside the hospital as
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...
Passing the torch: Generations of therapists shape care at SMH
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=""]At Sheridan Memorial Hospital, serving the community with excellent, patient-centered care often goes far beyond medications, appointments and surgeries. It’s made possible through mentorship, teamwork and generations of shared experience among staff. Within the Wyoming Rehab team, four “generations”...
Patient, family advisory councils help shape future of healthcare
Heart disease remains the leading cause of death in the United States, and heart attacks—also known as myocardial infarctions — are one of its most
Pediatric Partnerships
Primary care is not a specific specialty, but rather a style of medical practice with a focus on addressing a majority of personal health care needs, through
Pediatrician to retire after more than three decades of care
Just as children sometimes resist a visit to the doctor’s office, Dr. Mary Bowers describes her
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
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...
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...
Preventing Archers Shoulder
The fall season is rapidly approaching and for many Wyoming residents, that means hunting season. Hunting with archery equipment
Preventing Dehydration
Summer weather calls many of us to spend more time outdoors. While this time of year brings a welcome respite from our cold Wyoming winters,
Preventing Heat Stroke and Heat Exhaustion
Urgent Care physician, Dr. David Nickerson, offers up these keys to preventing heat stroke and heat
Primary Care Welcomes Dr. Erica Rinker
Sheridan Memorial Hospital is proud to welcome Dr. Erica Rinker, board-certified family medicine physician, to our new Primary Care practice
Protect yourself from the effects of wildfire smoke this summer
SHERIDAN – Living in the West, most have become accustomed to the haze that fills the skies in the
Protect yourself from ticks and tick-borne illnesses
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text css=""] By Christopher Prior, DO, FAAFP, CAQSM, a physician at Sheridan Memorial Hospital's SameDay Health & Imaging clinic. A very mild winter and early runoff has invited an early tick season here. Colorado tick fever, Rocky Mountain spotted fever...
Protein misconceptions
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text css=""] Written by Sarah Sommers, an outpatient dietitian diabetes education coordinator at Sheridan Memorial Hospital. When it comes to macronutrients, popular culture has put protein in the spotlight. With the recent release of the “2025-2030 Dietary Guidelines for Americans”...
Providing Comfort and Care for Cancer Patients in Your Community
Saturday, October 15th the Sheridan Memorial Hospital Foundation hosted The Link – Partners in
Rate of Falls and Risk of Injury on Rise Among Older Americans
By Christopher M. Prior, D.O. Sheridan Memorial Hospital Internal Medicine Have you ever had a bad fall, felt like you were going down from being light headed or dizzy, or due to clutter in your surroundings? If so, then you...
Recognizing signs of a heart attack
Heart disease remains the leading cause of death in the United States, and heart attacks—also known as myocardial infarctions — are one of its most
Rehab can help Patients Before, During and After Cancer Treatment
Wyoming Rehab’s Cancer Rehab Program is appropriate for anyone who has been diagnosed with cancer. Special considerations are made based on diagnosis.
Resources available to navigate health insurance options
No one plans to need it, but health insurance becomes a vital asset when the unexpected occurs.
Respiratory Disease
There are a number of different respiratory diseases and associated treatments in adults, though a few are much more common than
Rheumatology Practice comes to Sheridan
By Benjamin Widener, MD, of Sheridan Memorial Hospital Rheumatology I am pleased to announce that Sheridan Memorial Hospital is opening a Rheumatology practice in August, where I will be working as a Rheumatologist. I recently completed my Fellowship in Rheumatology...
Ride smart: Common mountain biking injuries and how to avoid them
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text css=""] By Jeremy Zebroski, MD, an orthopedic surgeon at Sheridan Orthopedic Associates. The sun is shining and trails have dried out, which means Wyoming’s mountain biking season is in full swing. Mountain biking offers various health and fitness benefits...
Robert’s Story
Robert Kessler has led a full life for sure. He has lived in Buffalo, WY, since 1964. He has been in the Navy, run his own business in Buffalo, and then
Rose Leonard earns Presidential Bronze Medal for Volunteering
Rose Leonard, Sheridan Memorial Hospital night shift Respiratory Therapist recently received the Presidential Volunteer Service Award (PVSA)
Safety preserves summer fun
Children have left the classroom for the summer. Families are spending more time outside. Implementing some basic summer safety measures
SameDay Health & Imaging celebrates first year serving community
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=""] SameDay Health & Imaging will celebrate its one-year anniversary this December — marking a full year of delivering excellent, patient-centered care to the Sheridan community. Since opening its doors in December 2024, SDHI has become a trusted resource...
SameDay Health & Imaging now open seven days a week
SameDay Health & Imaging opened Dec. 3, welcoming patients seeking walk-in health care
SameDay Health to open Dec. 3, featuring extended hours throughout the week
SHERIDAN – The team at SameDay Health &
Screenings for Colorectal Cancer Beneficial Once Over 50
Sara Smith Maguire, M.D. FACS It may not be the most glamorous subject, but talking about colorectal cancer saves lives. Among cancers affecting both men and women, it is the second leading cause of cancer-related death in the US. Unlike...
Screenings save lives; community carries us forward
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=""]By Keshia Strauch is a mammography technician at Sheridan Memorial Hospital. October always carries deep meaning for many in our community. It is recognized nationally as Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and each year on the third Friday of October...