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Memorial Hospital

1900 State Street

Chester, IL 62233

618-826-4581

2319 Old Plank Road

Chester, IL 62233

618-826-2388

Steeleville Family Practice

602 W. Shawneetown Trail

Steeleville, IL 62288

618-965-3382

Therapy & Sports Rehab

833 Lehmen Drive

Chester, IL 62233
618-826-4588

Memorial Hospital's Community Healthcare Blog, TORCH, is your resource for information regarding providers, services, classes and events at Memorial Hospital our rural health clinics and rehab center. You will also find stories on MH and employee honors and awards. Subscribe to our blog by signing up below. Or subscribe to our quarterly newsletter, The Lamp, and receive the latest news directly to your inbox.

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Ludwig is Medical Explorers Scholarship Recipient

Memorial Hospital

May 25
2 min

Medical Explorers

Ludwig is Medical Explorers Scholarship Recipient

Macey Ludwig, of Chester, is named the 2022 recipient of the Memorial Hospital Auxiliary Medical Explorers Scholarship.

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Medical Explorers are Back in Action

Memorial Hospital

Nov 23, 2021
2 min

Medical Explorers

Medical Explorers are Back in Action

Meet our 2021-2022 Medical Explorers and the opportunities they have finding healthcare careers that meet their abilities and interests.

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Tree of Remembrance: Contributions of Care

Memorial Hospital

Nov 17, 2021
2 min

Tree of Remembrance: Contributions of Care

2021 Tree of Remembrance: Funds collected this year will be used to purchase two Barrier-Free® Examination Tables for the Specialty Clinic.

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Chester Memorial Hospital and ComWell Partner to Bridge Gaps in Healthcare Continuum

Memorial Hospital

Nov 16, 2021
2 min

Health Information

Chester Memorial Hospital and ComWell Partner to Bridge Gaps in Healthcare Continuum

Through this collaborative care model, Chester Memorial welcomed ComWell Recovery Coach, Mary Holland, to their Care Coordination and Case M

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Randolph County Resource Guide

Memorial Hospital

Jun 3, 2021
2 min

Health Information

Randolph County Resource Guide

The 2021 Randolph County Resource Guide is now available. This guide is designed to be used as a tool to bring people and services together.

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Medical Explorers Begin Job Shadowing

Memorial Hospital

Apr 20, 2021
2 min

Medical Explorers

Medical Explorers Begin Job Shadowing

In April 2021, students were given permission to meet in person once again and to commence job shadowing.

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Prenatal Education Then and Now

Memorial Hospital

Apr 6, 2021
4 min

Prenatal Education Then and Now

“Parenting is the most important job any of us will ever do and giving birth is just the beginning,” says Arbeiter.

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Classes Resume : Free Weight Loss Programs

Memorial Hospital

Mar 24, 2021
2 min

Health Information

Classes Resume : Free Weight Loss Programs

Melissa Soellner, RDN, CDE, MS, will be offering two classes, her Prediabetes/Weight Loss Group and Diabetes Conversation Map® sessions.

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Local Photographs Selected for New MSU

Memorial Hospital

Jan 20, 2021
1 min

Local Photographs Selected for New MSU

Local photographs were selected from a photography contest for the new MSU at Memorial Hospital. Six local photographers won.

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Welcome to the 2020-2021 Medical Explorers

Memorial Hospital

Oct 27, 2020
3 min

Medical Explorers

Welcome to the 2020-2021 Medical Explorers

Welcome to our 2020-2021 Medical Explorers. Learn more about our virtual start of this years' program.

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The Memorial Hospital Auxiliary, as vital today as they were 60 years ago

Memorial Hospital

Jun 24, 2020
6 min

The Memorial Hospital Auxiliary, as vital today as they were 60 years ago

An article from the Chester Herald Tribune dated, July 15, 1976 shares the important role the MH Auxiliary had in founding Memorial Hospital

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Jany Recipient of Pathfinder Scholarship

Memorial Hospital

Jun 17, 2020
2 min

Pathfinders Program

Jany Recipient of Pathfinder Scholarship

Ashtyn Jany, daughter of Jeremy and Kelly Jany of Chester, IL is the winner of this year’s Memorial Hospital Pathfinder Scholarship.

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Spring into Healthier Nutrition

Memorial Hospital

Mar 10, 2020
3 min

Spring into Healthier Nutrition

Choosing nutritious foods and getting enough physical activity can make a significant difference in your health.

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Memorial Hospital Hosts Go Red For Women Event

Memorial Hospital

Mar 4, 2020
1 min

Memorial Hospital Hosts Go Red For Women Event

Memorial Hospital recognized American Heart Health Month by hosting a “Go Red for Women,

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STARS - Special Needs Tracking & Awareness Response System

Memorial Hospital

Jan 27, 2020
1 min

STARS - Special Needs Tracking & Awareness Response System

Special Needs Tracking & Awareness Response System Program in coordination with Cardinal Glennon Children’s Hospital.

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Pathfinders Program Offered for 4th Year at Memorial

Memorial Hospital

Dec 30, 2019
2 min

Pathfinders Program

Pathfinders Program Offered for 4th Year at Memorial

he Pathfinders Program gives high school seniors the opportunity to job shadow employees in various departments at the hospital, andclinics.

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Auxiliary's Annual Meeting Honors Symbol of Hope

Memorial Hospital

Dec 11, 2019
2 min

Auxiliary's Annual Meeting Honors Symbol of Hope

The Chester Senior Center hosted the Memorial Hospital Auxiliary’s Annual Christmas Meeting on Friday, December 6, 2019.

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High School Students Explore Healthcare Careers

Memorial Hospital

Dec 5, 2019
2 min

Medical Explorers

High School Students Explore Healthcare Careers

Memorial Hospital is honored to offer a Medical Exploring program this year to young adults ages 14-21 years.

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Rural Medical Education (RMED) Program

Memorial Hospital

Dec 3, 2019
2 min

Rural Medical Education (RMED) Program

The RMED Program was developed to train and support physicians in rural Illinois. RMED students participate in a curriculum...

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'Tis the Season of Remembrance

Memorial Hospital

Nov 26, 2019
2 min

'Tis the Season of Remembrance

Through generous donations and memorials, the Auxiliary is able to assist the hospital in purchasing needed equipment for various depts.

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