February 17, 2021
GALION – Avita Health System has announced their first successful placenta donation through Lifeline of Ohio’s Placenta Donation program. With the addition of this program, expectant mothers now have the option to heal others through the donation of their placenta. “Our medical and nursing staff in the OB department at Avita are extremely excited to … Avita Joins Placenta Donation Program
February 11, 2021
BUCYRUS/GALION/ONTARIO – The Avita Health System Board of Directors announced the recent election of the following new officers: Kymberly C. Fox, Board Chair; Mark Schneider, Vice Chair; Jeff Underwood, Treasurer; and Linda Smith, Secretary. Ms. Fox retired in 2020 from Covert Manufacturing, Inc. in Galion after 40 years of service. She has served on the … Avita Announces New Board Officers
February 2, 2021
ONTARIO – Scott Foster, MD is offering outpatient total hip and knee replacement surgery at Avita Ontario Hospital. Patients who meet the criteria for outpatient joint replacement will be able to go home from the hospital on the day of their surgery. “Approximately 50% of my patients are now discharged on the day of surgery … Avita Offers Same Day Discharge for Joint Replacement Patients
January 14, 2021
BUCYRUS/GALION/ONTARIO – Avita Health System has received a limited number of COVID-19 vaccines to administer to the public for Phase 1B of Ohio’s Phased Approach. As of today, Bucyrus, Galion, and Ontario Hospitals are taking vaccine requests from persons 80 years of age and older. To request an appointment, call 419-468-0800 Monday – Friday from … Avita Health System’s Community Vaccination Process
December 31, 2020
BUCYRUS/GALION/ONTARIO – Avita Health System received 300 doses of the Moderna COVID-19 vaccine on Monday morning and started vaccinating frontline employees on Tuesday. “The first group of employees to receive the vaccine were those with the highest exposure to COVID patients,” explained Jerry Morasko, President/CEO of Avita Health System. “This includes our physicians, advanced practice … Avita Vaccinates Frontline Employees
December 22, 2020
As 2020 comes to an end, we would like to take a moment to thank our communities for your support during the COVID-19 pandemic. This year posed a wide array of challenges for all of us, but we navigated through them together. Thank you for wearing your masks, social distancing, using proper hand hygiene, and … Happy holidays from our CEO
December 21, 2020
Is COVID different than the flu (influenza)? Yes, COVID-19 is caused by the new SARS-CoV-2 coronavirus while the flu is caused by Influenza A and B viruses. Both are contagious and typically cause respiratory symptoms, but are completely different viruses. For more specific and detailed information please visit the following website: http://cdc.gov/flu/symptoms/flu-vs-covid19.htm How effective is … SARS CoV-2 (COVID-19) Vaccine FAQs
December 15, 2020
BUCYRUS/GALION/ONTARIO – To help fight the COVID-19 virus, Avita Health System is expanding monoclonal antibody treatment by opening an infusion clinic at Galion Hospital on Monday for patients with mild-to-moderate COVID-19 who are high-risk of developing severe illness. “For almost a month, Avita’s emergency departments in Bucyrus, Galion, and Ontario have been providing antibody infusion … Avita Expands Antibody Infusion Treatment
November 2, 2020
BUCYRUS/GALION/ONTARIO – Avita Health System has opened COVID-19 testing sites at Bucyrus, Galion, and Ontario Hospitals. Patients can be tested for COVID-19, as well as influenza and strep throat, while in their vehicles in the parking lot with an order from a medical provider. Scheduled appointments are required for testing. The testing sites will be … Avita Health System Opens Three COVID-19 Testing Sites
October 23, 2020
ONTARIO – Avita Health System has purchased the former Sears property at the Richland Mall in Ontario, Ohio. The property consists of a vacant two-story building and a freestanding automotive center situated on approximately 17.010 acres of land. “The increased growth from the community using Avita’s health care services has created a need for expansion,” … Avita Purchases Former Sears Property at Richland Mall