Avita staff posing with Deterra® Drug Deactivation System

August 27, 2020

ADAMH and Avita Partner to Prevent Drug Misuse

BUCYRUS/GALION/CRESTLINE – The Crawford-Marion ADAMH Board and Avita Health System are working together to prevent drug misuse in Crawford County with the help of Deterra® Drug Deactivation System. Deterra uses pouches that are activated by carbon to permanently destroy prescription and over-the-counter pills, patches, liquids, creams, and films. They are available in various sizes and … ADAMH and Avita Partner to Prevent Drug Misuse

Thank you

July 1, 2020

Community Supports the Frontline at Avita

BUCYRUS/GALION/ONTARIO – At the end of March, Avita Health System launched an initiative called the COVID-19 Community Response Campaign after community members asked what they could do to help those on the front line. Since the campaign took off, more than 200 companies, individuals, and organizations have committed to this cause. Donations consisted of items … Community Supports the Frontline at Avita

COVID-19 Visitor restrictions

June 15, 2020

Avita Allows Limited Visitation for Patients

BUCYRUS/GALION/ONTARIO – Starting today, Avita Health System is now allowing limited patient visitation at its hospitals, clinics, and medical offices. “We are starting to re-open our facilities for visitors,” explained Jerome Morasko, President/CEO of Avita Health System. “Creating a safe environment for patients and their families has been a focus for us these last few … Avita Allows Limited Visitation for Patients

Test tubes with clear liquid

June 8, 2020

Avita Health System Now Offering COVID-19 Antibody Testing

BUCYRUS/GALION/ONTARIO – Avita Health System is now offering COVID-19 antibody testing at Bucyrus, Galion, and Ontario Hospitals, along with the Bellville and Ontario Walk-In Clinics. The COVID-19 antibody test checks a patient’s blood for proteins, called antibodies. Antibodies develop as the body’s response to infection to help the immune system fight disease and build future … Avita Health System Now Offering COVID-19 Antibody Testing

Avita staff posing in from of Ontario Hospital with 5 stars

June 5, 2020

Avita Ontario Hospital Earns 5 Stars in Patient Satisfaction

ONTARIO – Avita Ontario Hospital has earned a 5-star rating in patient satisfaction from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). This is the highest rating and reflects the best patient experience.    “Patient-centered healthcare makes a difference,” explained Jerome Morasko, President/CEO of Avita Health System. “We value our patients and have strong programs … Avita Ontario Hospital Earns 5 Stars in Patient Satisfaction

Surgeons in surgical scrubs

June 4, 2020

Avita Health System Resumes All Surgeries and Procedures

BUCYRUS/GALION/ONTARIO – Effective today, Avita Health System is resuming all surgeries and procedures at Bucyrus, Galion, and Ontario Hospitals. On March 18, Avita postponed elective surgeries and procedures in an effort to prioritize critically-ill patients and conserve resources, such as personal protective equipment (PPE) and hospital beds. Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, Avita continued to perform … Avita Health System Resumes All Surgeries and Procedures

Nurse posing with EMT and Police

May 20, 2020

Avita Uses Innovative Technology to Protect the Community

BUCYRUS/GALION/ONTARIO – Avita Health System adds an innovative process to disinfect and sanitize public safety vehicles and PPE in Bucyrus, Galion, and Ontario. This advanced technology, the Moonbeam™3, is an ultraviolet light that kills viral and bacterial pathogens to prevent the spread of illness. “The Moonbeam3 is lightweight and mobile, so our team can easily move … Avita Uses Innovative Technology to Protect the Community

Hands holding surgical instruments

May 4, 2020

Avita Implements Additional Safety Measures as Outpatient Surgeries Resume

BUCYRUS/GALION/ONTARIO – Avita Health System is resuming outpatient elective surgeries and procedures at Bucyrus, Galion, and Ontario Hospitals with additional processes to keep patients and employees safe.   “We are carefully resuming outpatient elective surgeries and procedures, including imaging and lab testing, at Avita Hospitals,” explained Jerome Morasko, President/CEO of Avita Health System. “Our priority … Avita Implements Additional Safety Measures as Outpatient Surgeries Resume

Jerry Morasko

April 15, 2020

A Letter from Our CEO

Dear Members of the Avita Community: I would like to give you an update and some additional information about Avita Health System’s preparedness to manage the community’s care. The Avita Emergency Preparedness Team has developed surge plans to match and exceed the COVID-19 patient demand estimates produced by the Ohio Department of Health (ODH) for … A Letter from Our CEO