Police and Avita Administration posing next to drug takeback bin

November 16, 2018

Drug Take Back Bins Now in Ontario and Bucyrus Hospitals

ONTARIO/BUCYRUS – Residents of Ontario, Bucyrus, and the surrounding communities now have additional locations to drop off unused, unwanted, or expired prescription drugs 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Through a partnership with the METRICH Enforcement Unit, Crawford County Sheriff’s Department, and Ontario Police Department, secure drug collection receptacles have been placed in … Drug Take Back Bins Now in Ontario and Bucyrus Hospitals

Galion Hospital nurses

November 15, 2018

ODH Applauds Avita Galion Hospital For Rural Health Excellence

GALION – Today, on National Rural Health Day, the Ohio Department of Health applauds Avita Health System’s Galion Hospital for being recognized by The Chartis Center for Rural Health (Chartis) and the National Organization of State Offices of Rural Health (NOSORH) for overall excellence in outcomes. This reflects top quartile performance among all rural hospitals … ODH Applauds Avita Galion Hospital For Rural Health Excellence

Dr. Patel

October 2, 2018

Avita Adds New Heart Service for Cancer Patients in Galion and Bellville

GALION/BELLVILLE – Avita Health System now has a cardio-oncology program to manage the risk of heart disease in cancer patients throughout every stage of their treatment. Cardio-oncologist Viren Patel, MD, has offices at 269 Portland Way S in Galion and 987 St Rt 97 W in Bellville. Cardio-oncology is an emerging field of medicine that … Avita Adds New Heart Service for Cancer Patients in Galion and Bellville

Doctors and volunteers posing

September 11, 2018

Avita Health System Adds New Technology to Improve Heart Attack Patient Outcomes

GALION – Avita Health System has launched a new system to help improve heart attack patient outcomes. The LIFENET System is a premier, web-based data network that allows emergency medical services (EMS) and hospital teams to work together to improve clinical and operational efficiencies by sharing critical patient data in emergent situations. Avita’s use of … Avita Health System Adds New Technology to Improve Heart Attack Patient Outcomes

Dr. Mayo, Dr. Davis, and Dr. Saab

August 23, 2018

Galion Hospital Now Treats Heart Attacks

GALION – Avita Health System’s Galion Hospital now has an accredited level II cardiac catheterization laboratory (cath lab). Through this accreditation, Avita’s interventional cardiologists can diagnose and treat cardiovascular disease, including heart attacks, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week at Galion Hospital. “Starting a cardiac interventional cath program was a strategic initiative from … Galion Hospital Now Treats Heart Attacks

Doctor and patient

August 21, 2018

Meds-to-Beds Program Expands to Bucyrus and Galion Hospitals

GALION/BUCYRUS – Avita Health System has expanded their Meds-to-Beds program from Ontario Hospital to include Bucyrus and Galion Hospitals. Through Meds-to-Beds, patients admitted to an Avita hospital can receive their discharge prescriptions at their bedside prior to going home. “With this program, our patients have the peace of mind of knowing that they have the … Meds-to-Beds Program Expands to Bucyrus and Galion Hospitals

Joseph Shadeed, Board Chair

July 20, 2018

Avita Announces New Board Officers

BUCYRUS/GALION/ONTARIO – The Avita Health System Board of Directors announced the recent election of the following new Officers: Joseph J. Shadeed, DDS, MS, Chair; Kym Fox, Vice Chair; and Kay E. McDonald, Secretary. Rex A. Cramer will retain the position of Board Treasurer. Dr. Shadeed practiced Orthodontics in Bucyrus, Ohio from 1981 to 2007 and is … Avita Announces New Board Officers

EKOS team

June 18, 2018

New Option for Treating Pulmonary Embolisms

GALION – Avita Health System is now among a select number of healthcare systems in North Central Ohio with the capabilities and clinical expertise to treat submassive pulmonary embolisms with EKOS™ Acoustic Pulse Thrombosis treatment. Led by Interventional Cardiologist Dr. Michael Davis, along with Pulmonary and Critical Care Specialist Dr. James D. Heddleson, Avita has … New Option for Treating Pulmonary Embolisms