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“You Did It! Community Critical in Successful Transitional Care Expansion Campaign”

The Sheridan Memorial Hospital Foundation board members and staff are excited to announce, thanks to the generosity of our community; we’ve

Prevention is Cure

On May 12, 2022 Governor Gordon signed a proclamation recognizing May as Trauma Awareness Month in Wyoming. Every year in May,

2nd Dose COVID-19 Vaccine

Through January 22, Sheridan Memorial Hospital (SMH) has provided COVID-19 vaccinations to approximately 1,000 people in Sheridan County. That includes SMH employees and the priority

62nd Annual 5-Year-Old Birthday Party Celebration a Great Success

Our volunteers and community members turned out to celebrate the Sheridan Memorial Hospital Auxiliary’s 62nd annual 5-Year-Old Birthday Party!

63rd Annual 5-Year-Old Birthday Party Celebration a Great Success

Our volunteers and community members turned out to celebrate the Sheridan Memorial Hospital

A Hero at the Rodeo

Julie Boyd, RN and Emergency Department Manager, didn’t plan to play the part of a hero at the Sheridan WYO Rodeo earlier this month. But

A Holistic Approach to Healthcare

As an internist and primary care physician, I’m focused on delivering the highest level of care to all patients throughout their lives. I joined

ADDING Positive Changes for 2022

We often look at the New Year as an opportunity to make changes within our lives in some way, shape, or form. That change could be financial, personal growth, how free time is spent, or a

Anne’s Story

Anne Hinman was kind enough to leave this 5 star google review about Sheridan Memorial Hospital’s Wyoming Rehab: “I could not have been happier

Appreciating our Hospice Volunteers

Hospice volunteering takes a special kind of person who is flexible, doesn’t take things personally, has good self-awareness, good

Audiology Awareness Month: Protect Your Hearing from Noise-Induced Hearing Loss

Sheridan Memorial Hospital’s Audiology team is

Auxiliary Pledges $50,000 to Transforming Transitional Care in our Community

On Friday, January 8, 2021, the Sheridan Memorial Hospital Auxiliary voted unanimously to pledge $50,000 to the Transitional Care Expansion at

Barb Sare: A Year of Milestones

We can’t celebrate National Volunteer Month without honoring the amazing woman who has volunteered at SMH for 30 years, Barb Sare. We visited with Barb to discuss her inspiring volunteer experience. After retiring in 1990, Barb’s volunteer experience began in...

Become a Hospice Volunteer & Make a Difference

As we celebrate all of our volunteers, we would like to recognize a group that serves a very important purpose at SMH, our hospice volunteers. Hospice volunteers are a pivotal part of our hospital team and our organization’s ability to...

Can you get the flu shot too early? Perhaps…

By Sierra Gross Stallman, MD – Medical Director for Sheridan Memorial Hospital's Internal Medicine practice With our sunny 90 degree days and all the attention currently on COVID-19, it seems impossible to fathom flu season is coming near. Uncertainty about...

Cancer Screening & Preventative Care

by Nina Beach, Advanced Oncology Certified Nurse Practitioner at Sheridan Memorial Hospital’s Welch Cancer Center September 2019 Cancer screening and preventive care is an important aspect for overall health. Screenings look for cancer before a person has symptoms. Many cancers,...

Cardiac Rehab – Healthy Habits for Life

By Cassie Mullins, RN Cardiopulmonary Rehab Supervisor at Sheridan Memorial Hospital In Sheridan, we are lucky to have many services to support heart health, from the cardiology team at the Heart Center, to our Cardiac Catheterization Lab and state of...

Cathy Bealer, Chief Nursing Officer, has Strong Ties to Nursing and Sheridan Memorial Hospital

Cathy Bealer, Sheridan Memorial Hospital’s new Chief Nursing Officer (CNO), had a deep desire to

Celebrate a World of Flavor!

March is “National Nutrition Month.” Each year we celebrate healthy eating with a theme. This year’s theme is “Celebrate a World of

Celebrating Home Care and Hospice Month

Providing care for patients in their own home has shown to be a very effective way to treat many

Celebrating Home Care and Hospice Month

Providing care for patients in their own home, has shown to be a very effective way to treat many ailments and post-operative situations.

Charlotte Walter, PT, DPT, visits about patient-centered care at SMH’s Wyoming Rehab

Wyoming Rehab’s Licensed Physical Therapist Charlotte Walter describes her approach to creating individualized treatment plans to help each patient achieve their goals.

Clay Smith, MD – New Emergency Department Physician

March 20, 2019Clay Smith, MD picked up a few shifts in the Sheridan Memorial Hospital Emergency Department in December of 2018. As of February of this year, he has permanent status and is the most recent addition to the SMH...

Congestive Heart Failure Explained

By Joseph Garcia, MD – Cardiologist from Sheridan Memorial Hospital’s Heart Center February is Heart Month and it is particularly fitting that Sheridan Memorial Hospital has accomplished Accreditation by the American College of Cardiology (ACC) for the treatment of congestive...

Congratulations to our 2019 Nurse Residency Graduates

L-R - Nicole Opitz, RN; Brandie Neufer, RN;Lacy Slusser, RN; Angel Vielhauer, RN; Teara Leibee, RN and Megan Perkins, RN. Six new registered nurses successfully completed the hospital's six-month Nurse Residency Program. Their graduation ceremony was held last week. This...

Connie’s Story

Connie Bachel, a longtime employee of Sheridan Memorial Hospital (SMH), contracted COVID-19 in mid-September. Bachel and six of her co-workers

COVID-19 Vaccines explained

We have all been affected by Covid-19, which is why we look for safe and effective ways To protect our families, communities, businesses and mental health by reducing disease burden, keep us from getting Covid-19, and allow us to resume social

DEPRESSION

The holidays can be a joyful time, filled with laughter, fun, and togetherness. However, the holidays can bring despair to those who have lost

Diabetes – The Good News Is That It Can Be Prevented!

November is National Diabetes Month. There are different types of Diabetes; however, the rise in Type 2 diabetes (T2DM) and Prediabetes in our

Doctor’s Day 2020 Is Almost Here! Help Us Thank Them

Why do we celebrate Doctor's Day each year? Learn more about celebrating Doctors in our community and how you can contribute a message of thanks from the comforts of your own home. National Doctors' Day falls every year on March...

Employee Celebrations October 2019

Thanks for all you do! October 2019 This month, Sheridan Memorial Hospital has spent time celebrating with some of the wonderful teams that exhibit excellence in their work every day. Join us in thanking them for their hard work and dedication,...

Environmental Services (EVS) Steps Up for COVID-19 Pandemic

SMH Environmental Services

Exercise and Type II Diabetes

A patient tells us … “I was diagnosed with Type II diabetes (or prediabetes) and my doctor told me to exercise. What now?” Bring told you have Type II

Fall Prevention is Key in Trauma Program

By Erica Ridgeway, BSN, RN – Sheridan Memorial Hospital Trauma Program Coordinator Sheridan Memorial Hospital’s Trauma Program reviews cases for patients who have suffered a trauma of any kind. Along with this, we review and develop policies and protocols to...

February is Heart Month – Taking Steps Toward a Healthier You

On average, Americans spend $27.4 billion each year on Valentine’s Day, and $1.8 billion is for

Foundation Hosts Successful 2022 Golf Tournament

On Friday, July 1, over 120 golfers and hospital volunteers gathered at The Powder Horn Golf Club to raise awareness and funds for patient

From Housekeeping to Registered Nurse

How does a bachelor’s degree in Fisheries Biology end up landing you a job in the housekeeping department of your local hospital and ultimately

From SMH Employees to Dedicated Volunteers

Many of our volunteers were very involved and well known as staff members before becoming SMH volunteers. They then want to stay active and involved with coworkers who have essentially become a staple or part of their lives. People become...

Giving Back, Community Focus Lead to Fellowship Accolades

Giving back to the community in which you live can be very rewarding. For those who have done it, you know how it feels and what it means to give of your time and talents. Dr. Kristopher Schamber says, “I...

Healthcare by Video

by Melanie Aksamit, Process Improvement Coordinator, and Kristopher Schamber, MD – both of Sheridan Memorial Hospital’s Internal Medicine Practice. Tele-health. Tele-medicine. Zoom. These are terms that have been thrown around frequently in the last few months. Chances are you have...

Heart Failure – A Little Bit of Prevention Goes a Long Way

As we approach World Heart Day, September 29, a day created to spread awareness about

Heartfelt Thanks

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

High Sugar Diet & Memory Decline

By Megan Sexton, RND Which came first: the junk food or the memory decline? This question is being investigated currently by researchers and has revealed a strong correlation between a diet high in sugar and saturated fat with decreased memory...

Honoring Certified Nursing Assistants

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,

Hospital Employees Give Back to the Community

Each year, Sheridan Memorial Hospital (SMH) employees find ways to give back to the community; 2020 was no different… um, wait, yes

Hospital Foundation Announces Newly Appointed Board Director – Sue Belish

The Sheridan Memorial Hospital Foundation Staff and Board of Directors are pleased to welcome Sue Belish, the newest Foundation Board Director.

Hospital Foundation Announces Newly Appointed Board Member – Wendy Smith

The Sheridan Memorial Hospital Foundation Staff and Board of Directors are pleased to announce

Hospital Foundation Announces Newly Appointed Director – J.T. Grainger

The Sheridan Memorial Hospital Foundation Staff and Board of Directors are pleased to announce J.T. Grainger as their newest Director, voted unanimously to the board during their September 2020 Board Meeting. Board President Richard Garber shares, “we are thrilled to...