October 20, 2023
BUCYRUS/GALION/ONTARIO – Avita Health System has announced that they will be expanding their services into Shelby in early 2024. “Avita has purchased a provider clinic at 24 East Whitney Avenue in Shelby, Ohio,” stated Jerry Morasko, President/CEO of Avita Health System. “The Shelby community has lost a lot of health care services, including the recent … Avita Services Coming to Shelby
October 4, 2023
BUCYRUS/GALION/ONTARIO – Avita Health System has announced the addition of 10 new physicians and advanced practice providers (APP) in Crawford and Richland counties. “We’re passionate about providing high-quality medical care within the community,” explained Jerry Morasko, President/CEO of Avita Health System. “Since day one, we’ve focused on recruiting an exceptional medical staff to provide care … Avita Grows with Surge of New Providers
September 20, 2023
Join us for a FREE weight-loss seminar with Thomas Smith, DO and Justin Eagleston, MD! Learn about weight-loss surgery, including gastric bypass, sleeve gastrectomy, and more. Dinner will be provided. When:November 2nd @ 5:30pm – 6:30pm Where:Kehoe Center175 Mansfield Ave, Shelby, OH 44875Get Directions Online registration is closed. Thank you!
September 15, 2023
GALION/ONTARIO – Dr. Thomas Smith, Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery Director at Avita Health System, announced today that the Avita Center for Bariatric Surgery at Galion Hospital has been accredited by the Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery Accreditation and Quality Improvement Program (MBSAQIP®), a joint Quality Program of the American College of Surgeons (ACS) and the American … Avita Earns Accreditation for Bariatric “Weight-Loss” Program
September 12, 2023
BUCYRUS/GALION/ONTARIO – Six employees at Avita Health System are being honored with the Monarch Award. This award is presented to employees who make a difference in the patient experience across the continuum by providing excellent and compassionate care. The 2023 Monarch Award recipients are Jeremy Ray and Bill Johnson of Bucyrus Hospital, Shirley Robinson and … Avita Recognizes Outstanding Employees with the 2023 Monarch Award
August 28, 2023
The Avita Center for Sports Health’s fall Bump Clinics are starting! All student athletes with sports-related injuries are welcome. Injuries will be evaluated and treated by our board-certified sports medicine specialists by walk-in in Bucyrus and Ontario, or by appointment in Galion. Bucyrus 140 Hill Street, Suite B Saturdays | 9-11am August 19September 2, 9, … 2023 Bump Clinics
August 8, 2023
Monday, August 21st – Friday, August 25th Online Classes held at 1pm & 7pm each day Classes last one hour Attend classes online via Zoom. Every presentation is different and worth 1 Contact Hour. 10 Contact Hours of continuing education available if all sessions are attended. Every individual must complete the post course evaluation survey … Avita’s Lights & Sirens Conference
May 31, 2023
BUCYRUS/GALION/ONTARIO – Three registered nurses at Avita Health System are being honored with The DAISY Award for Extraordinary Nurses®. The award is part of The DAISY Foundation’s mission to recognize nurses for the extraordinary, compassionate care they provide patients and families every day. The 2023 DAISY Award recipients are Larry Koren, RN of Bucyrus Hospital, … Three Nurses Receive DAISY Award at Avita Health System
May 12, 2023
On April 24, the Avita Ontario Hospital maternity unit had a dedication ceremony for their new CuddleCot, donated in memory of Daisy Jane Garrett. For most families that come to the maternity unit, it is a moment to celebrate a new life. However, some will have to the navigate the difficult journey of a pregnancy … CuddleCot Donated to Avita Ontario Hospital Maternity Unit
April 28, 2023
BUCYRUS/GALION/ONTARIO – Avita Health System has announced the expansion of their pharmacist-led Medication Access Program. Launched in January 2022, the program acquired 1.4 million dollars in free or reduced-cost prescriptions in the first year. “Our original plan for 2023 was to double the amount of free medication we were able to get to our patients,” … Avita’s Medication Access Program Saves Patients Millions of Dollars