The Torch

At the March Board Meeting, Auxiliary President Mardell Granger presented a check to Board Chairman Tom Search, highlighting the organization’s ongoing commitment to supporting the hospital through community-driven philanthropy. The contribution represents proceeds from the Auxiliary Gift Shop, Auxiliary Funds, and the annual Tree of Remembrance fundraiser.The donated funds will support two major equipment purchases, a SciFit Pro2 Total Body Exerciser and four Staxi Patient T

Memorial Hospital hosted its annual Living Our Best Life: Go Red for Women 2026 event on Thursday, February 26, 2026, at the Chester Country Club, bringing together 98 women for an evening focused on heart health, education, and community connection.

Memorial Hospital is pleased to announce the upcoming 2026 dates for its free Prenatal and Family Education Classes, offering parents‑to‑be an engaging and confidence‑building learning experience.

Memorial Hospital is celebrating a remarkable milestone as its Swing Bed Program surpassed 1,000 days of patient care in 2025, marking a significant achievement for the team and the community.

Memorial Hospital is pleased to announce the opening of its Convenient Care clinic in a new location as of February 9, 2026. Now housed inside the Medical Office Building addition alongside the Chester Clinic, the updated space offers a more comfortable environment and greater convenience for patients seeking timely, affordable care.

On February 3, 2026, Evelyn Schuwerk was presented with a plaque by Brett Bollmann, CEO and Tom Search, Board Chairman at Memorial Hospital, recognizing her exceptional, 14 years, of dedicated service as a Board Member. Evelyn was first appointed in March 2011 and chose to conclude her term in November 2025.

Memorial Hospital is proud to celebrate the remarkable career of Becky Bunselmeyer, Director of Performance Improvement, following her retirement on February 3 after 33 years of dedicated service. As Becky steps into this new chapter, Memorial Hospital is pleased to announce that Sarah Rathert, RN, has been selected to serve as the hospital’s new Quality and Clinical Compliance Officer.

Memorial Hospital's Specialty Clinic would like to welcome Dr. M. Adil Sheikh, MD to the Cardiology team of providers. He is offering outpatient cardiology clinics on Mondays.

Brett Bollmann, CEO at Memorial Hospital named Rebecca Hahn Employee of the Quarter for the Fourth Quarter 2025 on January 29, 2026.

Memorial Hospital is proud to announce the installation of a new PowerCube+ Series Pulmonary Function Testing (PFT) machine, manufactured by Ganshorn, in the Cardiopulmonary Department.

Cindy Snider, FNP-C, Angela Albertini, PA-C , Jamie Hess, PA-C Memorial Hospital is pleased to welcome three exceptional providers to its new Convenient Care clinic, opening February 2026 in the Medical Office Building addition on the hospital campus.

The program provides hands on learning, department tours, and direct interaction with healthcare professionals who are passionate about mentoring the next generation. This year’s cohort includes 34 students from six area high schools, representing grades 9–12.

Memorial Hospital is announcing several key leadership transitions that reflect the organization’s continued commitment to strong, experienced leadership and high-quality patient care. We welcome Kelly Jany, Susan Diddlebock, Sara Harris, and Andria Zweigart to new roles.

Funds collected this year will be used to purchase a SciFit Pro2 Total Body Exerciser for the Cardiac Pulmonary Rehab Center and patient wheel chairs for Memorial's facilities. Donations are being accepted until the end of January 2026.

On December 22, 2025, Memorial Hospital of Chester held its DAISY Award for Extraordinary Nurses recognition ceremony. Memorial Hospital’s DAISY Award Honoree for the second half of 2025 is Michelle Tripp.

Memorial Hospital successfully conducted a full‑scale emergency preparedness drill on December 18, bringing together staff from across the organization, including participants from the Chester Rural Health Clinic, for a comprehensive training scenario designed to enhance readiness for real‑world emergencies.

At Memorial Hospital, training and education are not one-time events, they are a continuous investment in the safety, confidence, and excellence of our care teams. Skills Day is a cornerstone of that commitment, ensuring that every nurse is equipped to respond swiftly and skillfully in any emergency, and to deliver the highest quality care to our community every day.

Memorial Hospital honors Service Award Recipients, Retirees, and recognizes Newmark Award recipient, Chris Yankey at their annual party.

Memorial Hospital is proud to announce that Torrie Davitz, Rural Health Clinic Director, has earned the Certified Rural Health Clinic Professional (CRHCP) credential after completing the National Association for Rural Health Clinic Professional (NARHC) Academy course and testing on October 29, 2025.

Brett Bollmann, CEO at Memorial Hospital named Ashley Westmoreland Employee of the Quarter for the Third Quarter 2025 on November 5, 2025.