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CRH Workforce Spotlight: Maria Fancher
There is a lot that goes on behind the scenes to help ensure our Epic electronic medical record system runs smoothly and efficiently for physicians, nurses, and clinical staff. Maria Fancher is one of the CRH team members helping to make that happen.
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CRH Police swear in two more officers
Michael McCauley and David Smith recently graduated from the eight-week Indiana Law Enforcement Academy Tier Two Basic Training program. Following graduation, they were sworn in as Columbus Regional Hospital police officers by CEO Jim Bickel.
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Long-time athletic trainer retires
Athletic trainer Steve Souder retires this month, leaving behind a legacy of service and inspiration to multiple generations of high school athletes in the Bartholomew County community.
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CRH Workforce Spotlight: Neti Redelman, Paramedic
Being a paramedic has always been Neti Redelman’s lifelong dream. She never gave up on her dream and earned her paramedic’s license in March 2020. Neti has worked at CRH for two years.
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CRH welcomes new orthopedic surgeon to medical staff
Dr. Desir specializes in sports medicine and shoulder surgery, as well as hip preservation, arthroscopy, reconstruction, and regenerative medicine.
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CRH Wound Center celebrates national recognition and awareness week
The Columbus Regional Health Wound Center is celebrating national recognition for excellence and working to raise awareness of the risks of chronic wounds during the eighth annual Wound Care Awareness Week, June 7 to June 11 2021.
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Karin Sharp: LPN and Advocate for Women's Heart Health
Karin Sharp has a story to share. A licensed practical nurse at Columbus Regional Health Gastroenterology, Karin suffered a heart attack late last year after experiencing symptoms she did not think signaled heart trouble.
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Columbus Regional Health announces sale and development of former hotel property
Columbus Regional Health signed an agreement with Bloomington, Ind. based Clearpath Services this week to sell the site, while retaining a parcel of land within the mixed-use development for the healthcare organization’s programs and services.
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City of Columbus and Columbus Regional Health announce development and creation of NexusPark at former mall location
The City of Columbus and Columbus Regional Health are pleased to announce the relaunch of work surrounding the joint venture development of the former Fair Oaks Mall, which will be multi-use health, wellness and recreation campus named NexusPark.
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CRH Nurse Spotlight: Holly Thibault
Holly Thibault has always wanted to help people. That desire led her to nursing school and to her current role at CRH as a float pool registered nurse on the night shift. Holly works wherever additional nurses are needed. Sometimes she will work in several areas on one night, but often she will stay in one area, including the ICU.
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Photo Gallery: Healthcare Week 2021
Columbus Regional Health employees show off their "We Are #CRHProud" T-shirts in celebration of Healthcare Week.
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Surgical Services Upgrades da Vinci Robot
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Surgical Services has completed an upgrade from the Intuitive Surgical da Vinci Si Robot to the da Vinci Xi technology.
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Employee Spotlight: Courtney Morris
There is a lot that goes on behind the scenes in the Laboratory -- just ask Courtney Morris, a microbiology technical specialist.
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Columbus Regional Health expands visitation options
Each inpatient or person receiving an outpatient service at the hospital will be allowed up to two designated visitors or support persons per day. Safety remains a top priority as the COVID-19 pandemic continues; therefore the increase in visitor options will be incorporated with continued strict safety protocols and guidelines, including symptom screening and mask requirements.
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RN Jones to Be Recognized as CRH Preceptor of the Year
Operating room RN Brittany Jones has worked at CRH for more than five years, and during that time she has made a positive impact on those around her.
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CEO Workforce Profile: Cecilia Owens
Clinical dietitian Cecilia Owens enjoys seeing patients’ health improve through better nutrition. Clinical dietitians assess patients' nutritional needs and develop and implement nutrition programs to help improve or maintain patient health in both the inpatient and outpatient setting. Cecilia Owens
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Columbus Regional Health conducts swearing-in of Police Chief, Assistant Chief
The official ceremony marked one milestone in the transitional process as the health system works to develop and implement its law enforcement status. The Columbus Regional Health Board of Trustees approved the formation of a Columbus Regional Hospital Police Department at the December 2020.
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CRH Workforce Profile: Jaclyn Sparkman, Social Work Specialist
A few years ago Social Work Specialist Jaclyn Sparkman identified a need to help patients who have cancer with financial challenges they face. She submitted a grant request to Columbus Regional Health Foundation.
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2021: The Year of the Vaccine
Going about our daily lives during 2020 proved challenging. Now, in 2021, new vaccines to protect against COVID-19 are here. You may be feeling hopeful — but you may also be feeling unsure about what to expect. Here are some key facts to help you plan ahead.
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Columbus Regional Health opens sports medicine and orthopedics practice
Services include injury management, treatment of orthopedic and musculoskeletal conditions and specialized surgical interventions, as well as on-site X-rays.
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