Mon Health Stonewall Jackson Memorial Hospital (SJMH), together with the Gilmer County Health Department, Lewis County Health Departments, and the Family Resource Network, are encouraging community members to participate in the 2025 Community Healthcare Needs Assessments (CHNA). “This assessment will provide us with the information we need to better understand interests and needs of our community residents,” said Crystal Lough, Administrator, Lewis County Health Department, a coordinator of the project ...

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• 2/10/2025
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Mon Health Stonewall Jackson Memorial Hospital spent February’s Heart Month being active in the community, spreading awareness of heart health and providing many free activities for community members of all ages. As a part of its community outreach, Mon Health Stonewall Jackson Memorial Hospital had a presence at the Lewis County High School boys and girls basketball games encouraging heart-healthy activity and providing free health screenings. Throughout the month, the hospital provided many more free ...

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• 2/28/2024
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Mon Health Stonewall Jackson Memorial Hospital made a donation to Braxton Healthy Families Health Children Coalition Community Baby Shower. The community baby shower was held on Thursday, June 27 at the Flatwoods Community Building for new and expectant parents. Families were provided with connections to community resources, breastfeeding support, car seat safety checks, and more. Mon Health Stonewall Jackson Memorial Hospital donated diapers, wipes, and other essential baby supplies. In addition, the h...

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• 7/2/2024
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Blacksville community members Cathy Chisler and Lisa Raber turned personal experiences into a heartfelt mission to support Vandalia Health's Mon Health Medical Center , rallying their community to donate more than $600 in funds and much-needed items for the hospital’s Care Closet. The Mon Health Medical Center’s Care Closet provides clean clothing and essential items to patients in need, and for Chisler and Raber, it has already made a personal impact. “My son was in a dirt bike accident, and the Care C...

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• 1/29/2025
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Mon Health Gynecologists, Dr. Christine Wilson and Dr. John Sunyecz have been named among the community’s top choices in the 2024 Herald-Standard Community Choice Awards.  Voted on by residents in Fayette County, Pennsylvania area, the 2024 Herald-Standard Community Choice Awards is held annually to determine the best and preferred businesses and services in the area. Dr. Wilson was voted first place and Dr. Sunyecz was voted One of the Best in this year’s Choice Awards. In August, Dr. Wilson and D...

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• 10/29/2024
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            Monongalia General Hospital has received a Comprehensive Community Cancer Program (CCCP) accreditation from the American College of Surgeons Commission on Cancer.  The hospital underwent an evaluation process in order to receive the three-year designation, which was awarded with a gold-level commendation. Accreditation awards are based on compliance with the 36 standards, and an award indicates those health care centers that have “e...

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• 9/11/2013
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Mon Health's annual Fight the Flu campaign kicks off Sept. 23, with the first of 13 community flu shot sites scheduled through Nov. 1. The cost of the influenza vaccine is $20, and is available for anyone age 9 and older. A high dose vaccine will be available for those 65 and over. In addition to offering the flu vaccine, Mon Health will also offer the pneumonia vaccine for $30 (first time dose only). Mon Health can bill PEIA, Humana, WV Medicaid, Medicare and Medicare replacement plans for the cost. Fl...

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• 9/12/2017
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Mon Health Medical Center will be offering free flu shots at three community sites Dec. 5 and 6. The vaccine is available to anyone age 9 and over. Flu vaccine can help protect you from getting the flu, make the flu less severe if you do get it and keep you from spreading flu to your family and others. The CDC recommends individuals receive a dose of flu vaccine every fall. Mon Health Medical Center free, walk-in flu shot schedule is as follows: Wednesday, Dec. 5, 5-7 p.m., Scott's Run Settlement House T...

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• 12/3/2018
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Mon Health Preston Memorial Hospital completed its annual food drive to support Food for Preston Backpack Program and local food pantries. Over the course of the one-month food drive, employees collected 16 boxes of food for 14 pantries across Preston County. Hospital employees and volunteers also spent two evenings packing bags of food to provide weekend meals to students in the county. In total, 408 bags of food were packed for students. “We are proud to serve our community by hosting our annual food ...

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• 4/11/2024
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The Mon Health Medical Center Auxiliary was founded in 1943 to serve the mission of giving back to the community through fundraising initiatives for Monongalia General Hospital. The Auxiliary now has more than 500 active charter members, and has raised an excess of $2 million since the establishment of the organization. “We are proud to honor the Mon Health Medical Center Auxiliary for supporting the health of our community for 75 years,” said David Goldberg, President and CEO of Mon Health System. “Our ...

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• 10/22/2019
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The 57 th Annual Mon Health Medical Center Ball of the Year was held on November 16, 2019, bringing in funds totaling $208,000 to support the launch of a community-focused perinatal depression program. This program is the first of its kind in West Virginia, and one of only 13 in the nation. “Through the outstanding work of our auxiliary with the Ball of the Year, we have already screened over 500 patients identifying 53 at risk mothers,” said Luella Gunter, Mon Health Executive Director of Philanthropy....

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• 2/27/2020
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Mon Health residential community, The Village at Heritage Point , has taken thorough precautionary measures to protect its senior population throughout the COVID-19 pandemic.   Wilma Sternthal, Executive Director of The Village at Heritage Point, explained she began having discussions with her teams in February around the actions to be taken if the coronavirus reached West Virginia. “I had been following the events occurring in Washington nursing homes, and knew we needed to be proactive to ensure ...

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• 5/14/2020
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Dominion Energy recently made a $3,000 donation to the annual Tucker County Regional Health Fair to help it continue to bring health screenings to rural West Virginia. "We are thankful to have Dominion Energy as a supporter for all 14 years of this health fair," said Bill Hennessey, executive director of the Mon Health Medical Center Foundation and health fair coordinator. The health fair, held at Canaan Valley Ski Resort's Bear Paw Lodge, provides residents from Tucker County and the surrounding region ...

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• 2/25/2019
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  Mon Health System recently held its first Explorer Program open house event for local teens. In an effort to engage those who may be interested in healthcare careers, the Explorer Program at Mon Health will provide an enriching opportunity for individuals aged 14-20 to explore potential careers at Mon Health. Mon Health Medical Center staff members hosted the Explorer Program’s first cohort on Wednesday, April 24 where teens were invited to take a tour of Mon Health Medical Center and “get to kno...

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• 4/30/2024
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Mon Health Marion Neighborhood Hospital is now offering upgraded MRI services with the new Siemens Espree 1.5 Tesla short-bore MRI system. The MRI system can perform advanced clinical applications and comes equipped with technology that delivers high-quality imaging and reduced examination times. It has a large diameter bore and can accommodate patient weight limits of up to 550 lbs. “At Mon Health Marion Neighborhood Hospital, we strive to deliver excellent, evidence-based care to all of our patients,”...

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• 4/2/2024
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Mon Health Preston Memorial Hospital is now offering upgraded MRI services with new Siemens Espree 1.5 Tesla short-bore MRI system. The MRI system can perform advanced clinical applications and comes equipped with technology that delivers high-quality imaging and reduced examination times. It has a large diameter bore and can accommodate patient weight limits of 550 lbs. “At Mon Health Preston Memorial Hospital, we strive to deliver excellent, evidence-based care to all of our patients,” said Melissa Lo...

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• 12/7/2023
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Sixty racers participated in the annual Mon Health Stonewall Jackson Memorial Hospital Gobble Gallop on Thanksgiving morning at WVU Jackson’s Mill. Top placers were: first place, Nick Atchsion; second place, Cooper Burkhammer; and third place, Luke Burkhammer. First place in Women’s Division was 14-year-old, Ela Kirksey. The next race will be the annual Cocoa and Cookies Walk/Run to be held on December 18 at the Mon Health Stonewall Jackson Memorial Hospital campus.  The 5K race series is made up o...

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• 12/5/2023
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  Mon Health System held a ribbon cutting today for its new Mon Health Marion Neighborhood Hospital in Marion County. In addition to local and state dignitaries and community providers, U.S. Sen. Joe Manchin III, D-W.Va and U.S. Health and Human Resources Secretary Xavier Becerra were on hand to applaud Mon Health’s commitment to improve community access to care that bucks the nationwide trend of rural hospitals closing.  “From the very beginning, the people of White Hall and greater Marion Cou...

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• 12/10/2021
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Mon Health System applauds Governor Justice for focusing on working to resolve the loss of hospital services in Fairmont. The community deserves the attention. Mon Health fully intends to continue to be a part of the solution to ensure that citizens in the Greater Fairmont area have a choice in where they get their care and are not forced into a single healthcare provider environment. Mon Health has been a healthcare provider for many years in this community and will continue to focus on the delivery of...

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• 3/16/2020
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To thank Mon Health System employees for their tireless efforts and dedication to the community throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, Mon Health System President & CEO, David Goldberg, and his wife, Noel Goldberg, are inviting staff members and their children to participate in a complimentary four week introductory virtual series to yoga. At Mon Health System, the safety and well-being of patients, the community and employees is a top priority. In order to continue to deliver best-in-class care, Mon Hea...

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• 4/27/2020
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The Mon Health Zelda Stein Weiss Cancer Awareness and Early Detection Project is offering free skin cancer screenings for the community this spring. Appointments are required and can be made by calling the Mon Health Medical Center community wellness office at 304-285-2730. The following locations and dates are available: Mon Health Dermatology, Dr. Mary Hall, 1000 Mon Health Medical Park Drive, Suite 1000 Friday, May 10, 9-11 am. Hall Dermatology LLC, Dr. William Hall, 400 Drummond St. Tuesday, May 7, ...

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• 4/10/2019
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As part of its ongoing commitment to ensure easy access and choice in community healthcare, Mon Health System has formed the Mon Health Marion Neighborhood Hospital, Inc., and today it filed a letter of intent to seek a certificate of need from the state to build a small format hospital in the Fairmont Region. Small format hospitals are accredited by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) to offer hospital-based services that include inpatient and outpatient medical beds, diagnostic imagin...

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• 3/10/2020
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Mon Health System and Grafton City Hospital have entered into an affiliation agreement to ensure Grafton area citizens continue to have independent health care choices close to home. The agreement, which was endorsed by the board of directors of both entities, allows Grafton City Hospital to achieve operational cost efficiencies through the use of Mon Health business support services, clinical affiliation and purchasing power. Grafton City Hospital will continue to focus on the health care needs of its c...

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• 9/18/2019
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Vandalia Health Stonewall Jackson Memorial Hospital is hosting the 3rd annual “Snake Chase” 5K Walk/Run at Noon on Sunday, March 16, at the Irish Spring Festival in Lewis County. The road race begins the Ireland Community Building, 65 Community Drive, in Ireland. The top three placers will receive Irish-themed medals. Participants may register for $5 at www.Webscorer.com . Stonewall Jackson Memorial Hospital’s effort to encourage healthy eating and physical fitness is based on the hospital’s Community H...

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• 3/4/2025
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Mon Health Medical Center, a leading community hospital in Morgantown, West Virginia, is creating a meaningful impact for its patients undergoing surgery, opioid addiction, and soon cancer treatment through its new virtual reality arts program. The innovative therapy is currently implemented within Urology with plans to introduce it in the infusion center as well as other departments. While patients are undergoing treatment or surgery, they're transported out of the hospital and into a virtual art museum...

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• 4/24/2019
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When Mon Health employees learned that the recent government shutdown impacted community food banks, they rallied. Last week, Mon Health Medical Center, Mon EMS, The Village at Heritage Point and Mon Health Equipment and Supplies staff gathered non-perishable food items for donation to Pantry Plus More of Monongalia County, which provides food to school children and local families. "We pulled this together very quickly, and the staff stepped up to meet the needs of their friends and neighbors," said Mon ...

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• 1/30/2019
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The Zelda Stein Weiss Cancer Awareness and Early Detection Project of Mon Health Medical Center are once again offering free skin cancer screenings for the community this spring. Mon Health physicians have generously donated their time and office space to provide these free screenings. The skin cancer screenings will take place in the physicians' offices. Appointments are required, and can be made by calling Mon Health Community Wellness at 304-285-2730 Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Conf...

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• 4/11/2018
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Vandalia Health’s Mon Health Stonewall Jackson Memorial Hospital has been honored with the Healthy West Virginia Award, recognizing the hospital’s outstanding commitment to promoting health and wellness throughout the region. The award, presented as part of the statewide initiative to encourage healthier lifestyles, highlights Mon Health’s successful efforts in fostering physical activity and wellness programming through community partnerships. The award specifically acknowledges Mon Health Stonewall Ja...

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• 10/17/2024
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The 57th Annul Mon Health Medical Center Auxiliary's Ball of the Year will benefit the development of a community-focused perinatal depression program, one of only 13 in the nation. The annual fundraising event will be held on November 16, 2019, at the Morgantown Marriott at Waterfont Place. Over the past five decades, this yearly community event has helped raise nearly $2 million for local, patient care. "We are excited the Ball of the Year committee and the Mon Health Medical Center Auxiliary chose to ...

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• 8/14/2019
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October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month and Mon Health Stonewall Jackson Memorial Hospital and the Lewis County Community Educational Outreach Service (CEOS) Clubs are partnering together to sponsor the 30th Annual Breast Cancer Awareness Luncheon to encourage community members to learn more about the importance of early detection for breast cancer. The Breast Cancer Awareness Luncheon will be held at Noon on Wednesday, Oct. 9 at the Broad Street United Methodist Church in Weston and will feature two n...

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• 10/1/2024
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Mon Health Preston Memorial Hospital held its annual health fair in Newburg, West Virginia, offering free and low-cost health screenings and health education to the community. Since 2003, Mon Health Preston Memorial Hospital has held the Newburg Health Fair annually as part of its community outreach programs, co-hosted by the Newburg Rotary Club. A portion of the proceeds of the health fair support the Newburg Rotary Club and the projects they carry execute throughout the year. Staff from Mon Health Pre...

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• 2/13/2024
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On Thursday, December 7, the residents at the Village at Heritage Point held their first-ever “Light the Night” event, spreading holiday cheer to the Morgantown community. Residents adorned their patios and balconies with holiday decorations and held a lighting ceremony to kick off the holiday season. Community members were invited to bring their families to enjoy the light display, drink hot cocoa and eat cookies, sing Christmas carols, and visit with none other than Santa Claus himself. "We are thrill...

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• 12/11/2023
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The Mon Health Medical Center Auxiliary is proud to host its second ZERO Prostate Cancer Run/Walk to support prostate cancer patients, survivors, caregivers, and families. On Saturday, August 26 at 8AM, Morgantown and surrounding area community members will come together to fight against a disease that takes the life of an American man every 15 minutes. “We are thrilled to be hosting our second ZERO Prostate Cancer Run/Walk,” said Chris Battin, Mon Health Medical Center Auxiliary Board President. “This ...

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• 8/23/2023
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Mon Health Preston Memorial Hospital’s volunteers support the efforts of the hospital and contribute services in various positions to best fit the needs of patients and the community. Two long-time volunteers and previous employees at Mon Health Preston Memorial Hospital share their experiences and encourage those who are interested in volunteering to apply. Jeannie Turnley, who was a Licensed Practical Nurse at Mon Health Preston Memorial Hospital for 31 years before becoming a volunteer. She has volun...

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• 6/10/2024
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Mon Health Stonewall Jackson Memorial Hospital is gearing up to host the Annual Weston 5k Wellness Run and Walk, in collaboration with the City of Weston, Saint Paul’s Episcopal Church, and Saint Patrick Catholic Church. Every three years, Mon Health Stonewall Jackson Memorial Hospital completes a Community Health Needs Assessment to understand the leading health needs of the community it serves. Several of the leading concerns of residents are chronic diseases such as diabetes, heart issues, and obesit...

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• 5/21/2024
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Mon Health Stonewall Jackson Memorial Hospital held its Snake Chase 5K as a part of the annual Irish Spring Festival in Ireland, WV. Racers gathered on March 17 at the Irish Community Building. Top runners in the men’s division were Eliott Crislip running a 27:27, Skylar Cole with a 29:16, and Izaac Crislip with a 31:32. Top runners in the women’s division were Carly Singleton running a 42:20, Danielle Martin with a 44:19, and Nikki Shay with a 45:00. “The Snake Chase 5K is always one community members ...

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• 3/20/2024
• Relevance: 56

Mon Health System announced today that it has filed a formal application for a Certificate of Need to build and operate a new state-of-the-art small format hospital in Bridgeport to serve the greater Harrison County community. The project cost is estimated to be $22.5 million. Small format hospitals are accredited by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) to offer hospital-based services that include inpatient and outpatient medical beds, diagnostic imaging and lab services, and full-servic...

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• 7/18/2022
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Mon Health is partnering with Main Street Fairmont to assist with a community clean-up day on Friday, August 6, 2021. Community Health Coordinator at Mon Health Medical Center, Michael McGovern, is coordinating the downtown clean-up along with Main Street Fairmont Director, Timothy Liebrecht. McGovern explained that around twenty-five volunteers will clean and revitalize the flowers beds and shrubbery around the Downtown Post Office parking lot, Veteran’s Square, and the parking garage at Madison and Ad...

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• 7/16/2021
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Legendary college basketball coach and Hall of Famer, Bob Huggins, invites fans and community members to the 13th Annual Bob Huggins Fish Fry on Saturday, February 1, 2025. This year’s highly anticipated event will take place at the Hazel & J.W. Ruby Community Center Event Complex at Mylan Park in Morgantown, and will feature a special guest that is to be announced. Meg Bulger, West Virginia University Sports Hall of Fame Women’s Basketball player, will return as the event’s emcee. Doors open at 5:3...

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• 11/7/2024
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Mon Health Stonewall Jackson Memorial Hospita l extends its heartfelt gratitude to Kevin Stalnaker, Chief Administrative Officer, for over twelve years of service as he announces his retirement at the end of the calendar year. Throughout his tenure, he is the only individual to serve as Administrator for both Lewis County hospitals—Mon Health Stonewall Jackson Memorial Hospital and William R. Sharpe Jr. Hospital. Stalnaker was honored as the 2021 Lewis County Chamber Businessman of the Year, an awa...

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• 11/4/2024
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Mon Health Preston Memorial Hospital is kicking off it’s annual Preston County Spring 100 on March 19, the first day of spring. The Preston County Spring 100 is a 15-week walking program where hospital employees and community members are encouraged to form teams and challenged to walk a minimum of 100 miles over the course of 15 weeks. Individual members that walk 100 miles or more will be entered into a drawing at the conclusion of the 15 weeks to win prizes. In 2023, the Preston County Spring 100 had ...

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• 3/19/2024
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Mon Health Stonewall Jackson Memorial Hospital’s volunteers support the efforts of the hospital and contribute to services in various positions to best fit the needs of patients and community. The volunteers also work hand in hand with the Theresa Snaith Hospital Auxiliary members to put on events and fundraisers. On Valentines Day, the annual Sweet for the Sweetest event is held by the auxiliary and volunteer members to honor the hospital staff for their dedication to the hospital and community. Staff ...

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• 2/12/2024
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Mon Health's annual Fight the Flu campaign has kicked off with community flu shot sites scheduled through Oct. 20. The cost of the influenza vaccine is $20 and is available for anyone age 9 and older. A high-dose will be available for those 65 and older. In addition to offering the flu vaccine, Mon Health will also offer the pneumonia vaccine for $30 (first-time dose only). Mon Health can bill WV PEIA, Humana, WV Medicaid, Medicare and Medicare replacement plans for the cost. Flu is a respiratory infecti...

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• 9/20/2018
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Young patients at Vandalia Health Mon Medical Center are feeling the support of their community thanks to a special donation from students at Brookhaven Elementary School, the hospital’s Partner in Education. As part of Kindness Week, students collected more than 80 stuffed animals to stock Kelsie’s Korner locations throughout the hospital. “During our kindness lessons for Kindness Week, we talked with students about the different ways we can be kind, and how donating to an organization is one of those ...

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• 3/5/2025
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Vandalia Health’s Mon Health Preston Memorial Hospital has been recognized by the American Red Cross as one of its Premier Blood Partners for 2025, honoring the hospital’s steadfast commitment to supporting both the local community and national blood supply. The Premier Blood Partner Program was created in 2018 and first awarded in 2019. This program recognizes the highest contributing sponsors who collect at least 50 donations per year and maintain an average blood drive size of 30 units or more over t...

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• 1/30/2025
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October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month and Mon Health Stonewall Jackson Memorial Hospital and the Lewis County Community Educational Outreach Service (CEOS) Clubs are partnering together to host a luncheon to encourage community members to learn more about the importance of early detection for breast cancer. The Breast Cancer Awareness Luncheon will be held at Noon on Tuesday, October 10 at the Broad Street United Methodist Church in Weston.  The goal of screening tests for breast cancer is early...

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• 9/21/2023
• Relevance: 48

Mon Health System and Highland-Clarksburg Hospital have entered into an affiliation agreement to ensure Clarksburg area citizens continue to have independent behavioral and mental healthcare choices close to home. The agreement, which was endorsed by the board of directors of both entities, allows Highland-Clarksburg Hospital, an acute behavioral and mental health hospital, to achieve operational cost efficiencies using Mon Health business support services in this new clinical affiliation. Highland-Clark...

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• 4/12/2022
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The Mon Health Medical Center Auxiliary Ball of the Year will be held on Saturday, August 28, 2021. The fundraising event will be held outside at Pete Dye Country Club with a VIP Progressive Golf Experience held the day before. 2021 Ball of the Year Chair, Sarah McBride, announced the theme of the 58th annual fundraising event: Appalachian Revival. “When we began planning our annual Ball, I was filled with hope of what has been a pivotal year for many people in our community. Our community, nestled in t...

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• 3/1/2021
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The Boards of Directors of Monongalia Health System and Monongalia General Hospital recently elected new board chairmen and added several new members. Glenn Adrian is the new Chairman of the Monongalia Health System Board of Directors and Sarah Minear is the new Chairman of the Mon General Hospital Board of Directors. Monongalia Health System is the parent company of Mon General Hospital, Mon HealthCare Equipment and Supplies, Monongalia EMS and The Village at Heritage Point. New members include Bobbie H...

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• 8/9/2011
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Release from Becker's Hospital Review The American College of Emergency Physicians  released  the names of 107 emergency departments on its Emergency Quality Network Honor Roll for sepsis care. Facilities on the 2019 "E-QUAL Honor Roll" have participated in a year-long quality improvement program and have shared their performance data with ACEP. The following EDs were recognized for their achievements in improving outcomes for sepsis patients: Alliance Health Seminole (Okla.) Baptist Memorial ...

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• 3/11/2020
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Vandalia Health is pleased to announce the addition of primary care physician Dr. Elizabeth Mazezka , DO, to Mon Health Preston Primary Care in Kingwood. “We are thrilled to welcome Dr. Mazezka to our team in Kingwood as a primary care provider,” said Karen Friggens, Vice President of Physician Services at Mon Health Medical Group. “Dr. Mazezka brings a wealth of experience and a deep commitment to providing exceptional patient care. Her dedication to serving patients locally ensures that our community ...

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• 1/15/2025
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Mon Health Stonewall Jackson Memorial Hospital will host the Substance Use and Addiction Recovery Roundtable on March 26 at 2PM at 89 Arnold Ave in Weston. In collaboration with the Lewis County Family Resource Network, Vally Healthcare System, Jobs and Hope program, and the Lewis County Health Department, Mon Health Stonewall Jackson Memorial Hospital will host the roundtable event. “We are trying to reduce stigma around substance abuse and recovery in the area and highlight evidence-based medicine, gi...

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• 3/21/2024
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Sugar Bar – Sweets + Coffee has partnered with Mon Health Medical Center because of a love for its local care and shared vision of bettering the community it serves. Sugar Bar – Sweets + Coffee, under Harma Restaurant Group, is a sweet treat and coffee shop located in Morgantown’s Suncrest Towne Center. The shop serves a full coffee and espresso menu along with cookies, pastries, cakes, and more. As a part of its partnership with Mon Health Medical Center, the shop is now giving guests Mon Health Medica...

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• 3/14/2024
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The Mon Health Medical Center Auxiliary is proud to announce the first ZERO Prostate Cancer Run/Walk in West Virginia to support prostate cancer patients, survivors, caregivers, and families. The race – part of a national event series – shows community support through raising funds and awareness for those active in the fight against prostate cancer. Morgantown and surrounding area community members will come together on Sunday, August 28 at 8:30 AM to fight a disease that takes the life of an American ma...

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• 8/16/2022
• Relevance: 44

West Virginia continues to lead the nation in the rate of COVID-19 vaccine distribution and administration. Mon Health System received the first round of vaccines on December 15, 2020 and followed the State of West Virginia guidelines for vaccine distribution. Currently, Mon Health System has only been given supplies for the purpose of vaccinating Mon Health System staff and physicians with an emphasis on front-line staff to continue to safely care for the community. West Virginians age 80 and over are ...

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• 1/6/2021
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Mon Health System and Mylan Park launched a summer partnership to provide free community programs, including an outdoor movie series, trial swim lessons, as well as 10 hours of free track time each week (8-10am M-F) for the public to use facilities at Mylan Park. Originally scheduled to end in early August, the free movie series has been extended into early September to provide more socially distanced entertainment for families. “We are thrilled to extend this community offering through our partnership ...

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• 8/11/2020
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            The Village at Heritage Point, the area’s premier retirement community, has upgraded its fitness room with state-of-the-art equipment. Two new NuStep recumbent cross trainers offer the residents a low-impact, total body workout.             “They are easy to get on and off of and are easy to use,” said Elise Sullivan, Community Volunteer for The Village. “The residents really like th...

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• 5/21/2013
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Mon Health Marion Neighborhood Hospital hosted a celebration to commemorate its one-year anniversary on Wednesday, December 14. Local and state dignitaries as well as community providers were on hand to applaud the hospital’s commitment to improve community access to vital healthcare services in Marion County. Since opening at the Middletown Commons in White Hall on December 14, 2021, the full-service, small-format hospital has treated over 9,000 patients with 146 total admissions, 263 observations, and ...

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• 12/14/2022
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  Mon Health Medical Center and Mon Health Preston Memorial Hospital have been recognized by the American Red Cross as Premier Blood Partners for 2022, a prestigious honor for their support of the community and national blood supply. The two Mon Health System facilities collected 305 units in 2021, with 209 units collected at Mon Health Preston Memorial Hospital and 96 units at Mon Health Medical Center. They have helped the Red Cross collect blood donations as part of a deep-rooted commitment to he...

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• 2/25/2022
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To better serve our community, Mon Health Medical Center is changing the date and the location of its annual  HealthFair . In 2019, the HealthFair is moving to June 8, out of winter and into late spring. And, the event will move to the Mon Health Medical Center campus. In past years, the HealthFair was at the Morgantown Mall. "Based on feedback from our community, we believe this change will make access to our health screenings and information from our partners more accessible," said Karol Koast, Mo...

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• 1/9/2019
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Mon Health Stonewall Jackson Memorial Hospital (SJMH) will hold its 8th annual Groundhog Day 5K at 10AM, Saturday, Feb. 1, at the SJMH track in the hospital’s back parking lot. Both walkers and runners are welcome, and participants can register for $5 at Webscorer.com . The event is dependent on the weather. Inspired by the movie, “Groundhog Day,” this unique 5K race mirrors the film's theme of repetition, as participants will loop around the track 16 times to complete the course. Awards will be given t...

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• 1/16/2025
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Vandalia Health’s Mon Health Preston Memorial Hospital has been awarded $1.5 million through the West Virginia Rural Hospital Grant Program. The funding will enable the expansion of existing facilities to create additional patient care areas, further enhancing the quality of care provided to the Kingwood community and surrounding areas. “We are deeply grateful to Governor Jim Justice and the state of West Virginia for this generous investment in rural health care and our hospital,” said Melissa Lockwood...

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• 12/13/2024
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Mon Health System’s Spirit Week, an employee celebration held the final week of October, raised over $40,000 to support local United Ways serving North Central West Virginia. Throughout the week, employees donated to participate in themed days, dressing up in their favorite sports team gear, tropical beachwear, costumes, and more to get into the giving spirit. “The United Way workplace campaign at each of our Mon Health facilities is a prime example of community helping community,” said Nate James,...

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• 11/7/2024
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The Mon Health Medical Center Auxiliary is pleased to announce its 60th Anniversary Ball of the Year in support of a million-dollar endowment fund for the Caring Cottage at Mon Health Medical Center, a patient-family stay house on the hospital’s campus. This much-anticipated event is themed “Wild, Wonderful & Whimsical” in celebration of the many years of dedicated service to the community put forth by the Mon Health Medical Center Auxiliary, Mon Health System, and generous donors and philanthropist...

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• 9/23/2024
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Danielle Martin, owner of local sewing business, Icelandic Ponies, recently made a donation of 20 handmade mastectomy pillows to the Mon Health Cancer Center in Morgantown. Mastectomy pillows provide comfort and support for women following breast surgery. After learning of the need for these pillows at the Mon Health Cancer Center in Morgantown, Martin thought this would be a great way to give back to the community and serve people in need. “I had a lot of community support for this project,” said Marti...

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• 9/4/2024
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Mon Health System is celebrating “Heart Month” throughout February and highlighting its nationally recognized and accredited Heart & Vascular Center. Keeping with the theme of the month, Mon Health Stonewall Jackson Memorial Hospital has plenty of heart-healthy and heart-themed events happening throughout February. “We are not only committed to providing the best possible heart care for our communities, but we strive to provide quality education and community-focused events that enhance the health a...

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• 1/30/2024
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Mon Health Stonewall Jackson Memorial Hospital is planning its seventh-annual Groundhog Day 5K on Saturday, Feb. 3 at 10AM at the track in the hospital’s back parking lot. Participants can register for $5 at webscorer.com/register?raceid=326387 . This event is based on the “Groundhog Day” movie in that participants will race around the track continuously for 16 laps. Both walkers and runners are invited to participate. There will be a one-of-a-kind trophy for the winners in the women’s and men’s divisio...

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• 1/29/2024
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On Thursday, May 31, The Village at Heritage Point, a senior living community located in the heart of Morgantown, West Virginia took a heartfelt initiative aimed at bringing joy to children by donating handmade doll houses to local children’s organizations. Wayne Stiles has been a resident at The Village at Heritage Point for six years and Glenn Snyder for five years. Both Wayne and Glenn enjoy building dollhouses from scratch together and have established a hobby doing so over the last four years. The ...

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• 6/7/2023
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Mon Health is committed to making our hospitals and facilities safer for every patient, visitor, and staff member. Aligned with The West Virginia Hospital Association, WVU Medicine, Charleston Area Medical Center and many hospitals across the state and nation, Mon Health facilities will require COVID-19 vaccinations for employees, like we do annually with influenza vaccinations, with exceptions only for medical and religious reasons. West Virginia hospitals have seen first-hand the heartbreak COVID-19 ha...

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• 8/23/2021
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Mon Health Medical Center is proud to announce Mon Aesthetic, a new program offering a line of treatments for rejuvenation for both men and women. Occulofacial Surgeon, Dr. Jennifer Sivak, and Dermatologist, Dr. Mary Hall , are partnering to offer aesthetic services to the community. Offers include, but are not limited to, cosmetic blepharoplasty, state-of-the-art laser treatments, chemical peels, Botox, dermal fillers, eyelid lifts and more. “We are pulling our expertise together to present Mon Aesthet...

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• 7/7/2020
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Mon Health Wedgewood Primary Care is proud to announce the addition of Dr. Melinda Cooper to its dedicated team of physicians. Dr. Cooper brings nearly ten years of experience in Pediatrics and Internal Medicine. “Across Mon Health System, our patients are our primary focus,” said David Goldberg, President and CEO of Mon Health System. “Not only is Dr. Cooper an incredibly talented medical professional, but also, she has a strong passion for providing community-based care and puts her patients first. We...

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• 5/27/2020
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Mon Health System announced today that it has been approved to build a small format hospital in Fairmont to serve the greater Fairmont community. Approval came from the West Virginia Health Care Authority in response to a Certificate of Need filed in March 2020. Small format hospitals are accredited by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) to offer hospital-based services that include inpatient and outpatient medical beds, diagnostic imaging and lab services, and full-service emergency se...

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• 5/19/2020
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            Mon General Hospital’s “The Commitment Continues…” capital campaign has come to an end after surpassing its fund raising goal by more than $1.2 million.             “The Foundation of Mon General is thrilled to announce the successful completion of ‘The Commitment Continues…’ capital campaign,” said Bill Hennessey, Executive Director of The Foundation. “Our goal was to raise $6 milli...

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• 11/25/2013
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The Zelda Stein Weiss Cancer Awareness and Early Detection Project of Mon General Hospital is once again offering free skin cancer screenings for the community. Mon General Hospital physicians have generously donated their time and office space to provide these free screenings. The skin cancer screenings will take place in the physicians' offices. Appointments are required, and can be made by calling the Mon General Marketing Department at 304-285-2730 starting April 17, Monday through Friday from 8:30 a...

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• 4/4/2017
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The Mon Health Zelda Stein Weiss Cancer Center is now providing radiation oncology services, allowing cancer patients to receive all their care and treatment on the Morgantown campus. “Thousands of West Virginia cancer patients leave our state every year for treatment.  Mon Health’s radiation oncology services will go a long way toward helping us do better than that in West Virginia,” said Mon Health Radiation Oncologist Paul Saconn, MD. The new $7-million radiation oncology unit includes a newly p...

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• 5/16/2017
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Patients receiving treatment at Vandalia Health Zelda Stein Weiss Cancer Center in Morgantown and Vandalia Health Preston Memorial Hospital in Kingwood were surprised with a variety of comfort items to support their care thanks to a generous donation of care packages from Clear Mountain Bank staff. For this project, Clear Mountain Bank, along with industry partners Alkami and Prelim, purchased items to create 250 packages to distribute to local hospitals throughout the bank’s service region, with more t...

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• 2/26/2025
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Mon Health Preston Memorial Hospital recently made a donation to the Preston County Animal Shelter, making an impact on the lives of some of the area’s furriest friends. During Hospital Week, Mon Health Preston Memorial Hospital held a Pet Food and Supply Drive to benefit the Preston County Animal Shelter. Employees gathered pet food, toys, cleaning supplies, blankets, cat litter, and more to donate to the shelter. “As a hospital, we strive to enhance the health of the community we serve and meet needs ...

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• 6/11/2024
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Mon Health Medical Center recently collaborated with the Rotary of Morgantown to collect housewarming kits for Christian Help in Morgantown. Over the course of six weeks, Mon Health Medical Center staff, Rotary of Morgantown members, and community members donated household supplies to assist those addressing disaster recovery, transitioning from former incarceration, unsheltered or domestic violence situations, Alcohol/Substance Use Disorder recovery programs, and foster care to independent living situa...

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• 5/14/2024
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In celebration of National Volunteers Week, Mon Health Stonewall Jackson Memorial Hospital is hosting its second annual Lewis County Volunteers Dinner. Honoring all Lewis County volunteers, including the volunteers of the hospital’s own Theresa Snaith Hospital Auxiliary, the Volunteers Dinner will be held on Tuesday, April 23 at 6PM at Saint Matthew’s Church Community Hall. Guests are invited to bring a covered dish and Mon Health Stonewall Jackson Memorial Hospital will provide meat entrees. During the...

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• 4/15/2024
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Mon Health Marion Neighborhood Hospital is pleased to announce its title sponsorship for the 2023 Season at Palatine Park in Fairmont, WV. The sponsorship will help support the community and offer residents access to a variety of outdoor events and activities. “We are committed to making a positive impact on the health and well-being of our community. We believe partnering with Palatine Park will allow us to help promote an active and healthy lifestyle through outdoor activities,” said Dr. Christopher Ed...

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• 5/3/2023
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To better serve our community, patients in need of emergency care can now check up-to-the-minute emergency department wait times at Mon Health Medical Center, with other Mon Health System hospitals soon to follow. At Mon Health, our priority is the safety of our patients and our staff. We are focused on providing patients with the best possible experience from start to finish. When patients are seeking emergency or urgent care, knowing up-to-the-minute emergency department wait times will allow them to ...

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• 5/1/2020
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MedExpress and Mon Health System are excited to announce the launch of a collaborative care initiative between the two health care organizations. MedExpress will coordinate care with Mon General Hospital and Mon Health System’s network of physicians if more advanced care is needed by patients, while continuing to respect patient choice. In addition, MedExpress has recently announced the construction of a second Morgantown neighborhood medical center, this one adjacent to the Mon Health System campus on ...

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• 9/2/2014
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Mon Health Medical Center today dedicated its Intensive Care Unit in honor of Milan “Mike” Puskar. Puskar, who died in October 2011 at the age of 77, was one of the Morgantown  area’s leading businessmen, philanthropists and community supporters. In the mid-1960s, he sold shares door-to-door for his new company, Mylan Laboratories, Inc.,  which later became Mylan Pharmaceuticals. Under his leadership, Mylan Pharmaceuticals became an international  manufacturer of pharmaceuticals, a local ...

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• 6/14/2017
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The Mon Health Medical Center Auxiliary proudly celebrated its 80th anniversary with a special event that honored the many years of dedicated service provided by members. The celebration, held on July 18, was a heartfelt tribute to the Auxiliary's significant contributions to the hospital and the community. In conjunction with this milestone anniversary, a groundbreaking took place of the new patient family stay house, aptly named The Caring Cottage. As of 2024, the Mon Health Medical Center Auxiliary h...

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• 7/19/2024
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Mon Health Preston Primary Care is pleased to announce the addition of two nurse practitioners, twin sisters Courtni DeWitt, FNP-BC and Julie Smith, FNP-BC to its dedicated team of providers.  “I am pleased to welcome two exceptional nurse practitioners to our Mon Health family. Together, they will continue to build a stronger, healthier community and forge a path towards compassionate and innovative healthcare in the Kingwood area,” said Melissa Lockwood, Chief Administrative Officer at Mon Health...

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• 7/18/2023
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Mon Health System is pleased to announce that April O’Brien, PMP, Director of Telemedicine and Practice Outcomes Manager at Mon Health System, has been awarded the Generation Next: 40 Under 40 Award. The award recognizes young professionals throughout West Virginia aged 40 or younger that are succeeding in their organizations and making a difference in their community. Winners are named as the next group of leaders who will guide West Virginia toward a successful future. “We are honored and proud to have...

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• 6/19/2023
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  The Mon Health Medical Center Auxiliary Ball of the Year event will be held on Saturday, November 5, 2022, at 5:30 PM. The fundraising event will be located at the Morgantown Event Center, and the theme is Appalachian Revival.    “When we began to plan this year’s event, I was filled with hope of what has been a pivotal year for many people in our area,” said 2022 Ball of the Year Chair, Sarah McBride. “Our community, nestled in the warmth of country simplicity and the invigorating pulse...

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• 7/7/2022
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Because the complexity of care rises with age, the Emergency Department at Mon Health Medical Center is making changes to tailor its care to better meet our aging population’s needs by implementing a Geriatric Emergency Department, and on October 4, 2021, we received the Bronze Accreditation from the American College of Emergency Physicians (ACEP). There is currently a dramatic expansion in the number of older adults with complex healthcare needs resulting in increased complications. The U.S. continues t...

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• 11/29/2021
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An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure and individuals concerned with their health can have that ounce of prevention at a low price when participating in the upcoming Mon Health Fair Multiphasic Screening. The annual event will be held on Saturday, September 11, 2021, at the Hazel & J.W. Ruby Community Center at Mylan Park, 111 Mylan Park Lane, in Morgantown, from 6:30 to 10:30 AM. The event benefits the four Rotary Clubs in Monongahela County. “This screening can provide an early warning of...

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• 9/1/2021
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Mon Health System and Mylan Park have partnered together to provide free community programs this summer, including an outdoor movie series and trial swim lessons. The partnership will provide a free summer movie series named Movies Among the Mountains. Mylan Park will be showing three movies throughout the summer at the outdoor track and field complex. The dates of the movies are Saturday, July 11, with the showing of Sonic the Hedgehog, Saturday, July 25 with the showing of The Lion King (2019 version),...

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• 6/25/2020
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Mon Health Medical Center's annual Fight the Flu campaign has kicked off with community flu shot sites scheduled through Oct. 24. The cost of the influenza vaccine is $20 and is available for anyone age 9 and older. A high-dose will be available for those 65 and older. In addition to offering the flu vaccine, Mon Health Medical Center will also offer the pneumonia vaccine for $30 (first-time dose only). Mon Health Medical Center can bill WV PEIA, Humana, WV Medicaid, Medicare and Medicare replacement pla...

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• 10/3/2019
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Monongalia Emergency Medical Services (Mon EMS) has announced the hiring of Forest Weyen as executive director.       Earlier in July, Mon Health System and WVU Hospitals signed a formal agreement to combine the assets of Mon EMS and HealthTeam Critical Care Transport, establishing a single, countywide emergency medical system to serve the needs of Monongalia and Preston county residents. Mon EMS is jointly managed and operated by Mon Health System and WVU Hospitals. Jimmy Smith...

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• 7/10/2019
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Two Mon Health clinics earned recognition as Morgantown Magazine’s “Best of Morgantown.” Mon Health Wedgewood Primary Care & Psychiatry and Women’s Healthcare of Morgantown, which has now merged with Mon Health Obstetrics and Gynecology , received the recognition. This year, the community cast 12,000 ballots to select their favorite local businesses. “We’re honored that two of our clinics were chosen as the ‘Best of Morgantown,’” said Mon Health CEO David Goldberg. “Our patients’ votes of confidence...

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• 2/14/2019
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The American Diabetes Association (ADA) recently recognized Mon Health Medical Center Diabetes Education Program for providing high-quality, effective diabetes education. The Association’s recognition assures that educational programs meet the national standards including knowledgeable health professionals who can assist participants in diabetes management. “Diabetes is a prevalent disease in our community, state and across the nation,” said Andrea McCarty, Mon Health Medical Center’s Diabetes Education...

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• 2/7/2019
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CAMC and Mon Health System have signed a clinical affiliation agreement that promotes collaboration to address West Virginia’s high rates of heart disease, cancer, diabetes, obesity and opioid abuse. The agreement focuses on maintaining the two organization’s independence while working together to improve the coordination and access to the highest quality health care, strengthening consumer choice in where to get that care, improving our community’s health care outcomes and address disparities of health...

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• 5/26/2020
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Kingwood, W.Va. - Preston Memorial Hospital (PMH) and Mon Health System (MHS) have signed a Letter of Intent to make Preston Memorial Hospital a member of the Mon Health System. The combination will be subject to approval from the West Virginia Health Care Authority. In addition to PMH, the Mon Health System is comprised of Monongalia General Hospital, Mon HealthCare, Mon EMS and The Village at Heritage Point. "We are very pleased to welcome Preston Memorial Hospital into the Mon Health System fami...

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• 9/3/2013
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                Mon General Hospital and the American Heart Association have formed a new alliance in the battle against West Virginia's No. 1 killer - heart disease.                 On Wednesday, Aug. 22, it was announced that Mon General Hospital had become West Virginia’s first “My Heart My Life” champion for the American Heart Association, helping to l...

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• 8/23/2012
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Mon General Hospital’s Lymphedema Support Group recognized member Traci Spohn of Morgantown in March for her “passion and dedication” to lymphedema awareness. Spohn was presented with a Lymphedema D-Day award from the National Lymphedema Network. March is Lymphedema Awareness Month and the National Lymphedema Network honors individuals who have been inspirational in the lymphedema community. “We cannot choose whether or not we have a condition, but we can choose what we do with it. To me, it is importan...

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• 3/17/2016
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                With the addition of a new Rehabilitation Unit, Monongalia EMS is looking out for firefighters, law enforcement and first responders at the scene of major incidents in the community.                 The new Mon EMS Rehabilitation Unit went into service the week of March 6. The unit consists of a trailer stocked with canopies, coolers, medic...

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• 3/24/2016
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Mon Health Medical Center is pleased to welcome Wes Deadrick, Dean Hatcher, and Patti Hodges as its newest board members. Deadrick is originally from Petersburg, West Virginia and has lived in Morgantown for over 20 years. He serves as the Director of NASA’s Independent Verification and Validation (IV&V) Program in Fairmont. He is responsible for the leadership and technical direction of the IV&V Program and agency-wide strategy to provide the highest achievable levels of safety, reliability, an...

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• 4/30/2024
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Mon Health Hospitals have earned national recognition for their efforts to increase organ, eye, and tissue donor registrations across the state through the Workplace Partnership for Life (WPFL). The WPFL is a national initiative that unites the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA), and the organ donation community with workplaces across the nation in spreading the word about the importance of donation. The WPFL Hospital Organ Donation Campaign ...

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• 1/4/2022
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With the arrival of the highly transmissible Delta variant in West Virginia, the hospitals and clinic locations of Mon Health System are stressing the importance of receiving the COVID-19 vaccine. The mission is to protect our community and make the process to receive the vaccine even easier.  "While you are a patient in our facilities, you have the ability to receive a COVID-19 vaccination prior to being discharged from the ED, outpatient procedures, inpatient stay, or before leaving a clinic visi...

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• 7/6/2021
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Mon Health System and Minnie Hamilton Health System have entered into a clinical affiliation agreement to increase access to specialized medical and innovative care services for residents to ensure citizens of Calhoun and Gilmer Counties continue to have independent health care choice close to home. "This clinical affiliation allows patients to stay in the local community while receiving the highest-quality, most comprehensive care close to home," said Mon Health President and CEO, David Goldberg. "We a...

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• 5/4/2021
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As West Virginians prepare to “spring forward” an hour this Sunday, Vandalia Health is reminding the community about the dangers of drowsy driving and its potential impact on public health and safety. A 20-year study published in Current Biology analyzed over 732,000 car crashes and found a 6 percent increase in fatal crashes during the week following the switch to Daylight Saving Time. “The shift in time alters both daylight hours and sleep schedules and heightens the risk of drowsy driving, which can ...

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• 3/7/2025
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In the spirit of community, Vandalia Health’s Mon Health Preston Memorial Hospital staff hit the sidelines of four “Pink Out” games in October, rallying support and raising awareness for breast cancer prevention across Preston County. Each fall, local schools and Mon Health Preston Memorial Hospital staff join forces to host “Pink Out” events, whe education and advocacy come together to support the Mon Health Preston Memorial Hospital Foundation's Pink Fund. Founded by Preston High School students in 20...

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• 11/8/2024
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The Mon Health Medical Center Auxiliary is collaborating with the Skin Cancer Foundation to provide free skin cancer screenings in Morgantown on Saturday, Sept. 21 on the Destination Healthy Skin bus. Destination Healthy Skin is the Skin Cancer Foundation’s mobile skin cancer screening and education program. The Mon Health Medical Center Auxiliary is partnering with the Skin Foundation and Mon Health Dermatologist Dr. Mary Hall to provide free, full body skin exams. “Regular skin checks are vital for ea...

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• 9/18/2024
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Fall is just around the corner and the Mon Health Medical Center Auxiliary is gearing up for the season by hosting its annual mum sale in support of the ongoing projects of Mon Health Medical Center. As of 2024, the Mon Health Medical Center Auxiliary has served the hospital for 80 years, fundraising to provide additional support and services to hospital staff, patients, and the community. Since its inception, the Auxiliary has raised upwards of $3 million for the hospital. On Thursday, August 29, the A...

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• 8/29/2024
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Together as Vandalia Health, Mon Health System, CAMC Health System, and Davis Health System are identifying areas of process improvements and efficiencies to elevate their practices. As such, Mon Health System recently adopted Vandalia Health’s in-house linen services allowing for the use of reusable gowns system wide.  This forward-thinking move not only promotes environmental responsibility but also enables the utilization of reusable isolation gowns. Dedicated to supporting the local community, ...

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• 8/15/2024
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Mon Health Marion Neighborhood Hospital recently received a Jared Box donation from the Fairmont Rotary Club for pediatric patients. A Jared Box is a plastic shoe-sized storage box filled with small gifts, toys, games, crayons, coloring books, and fun activities. Each box contains items selected for a specific age and gender. The boxes are given to children in the hospital to provide a special, fun diversion. “This is a community service project that the Fairmont Rotary Club feels passionate about and h...

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• 8/19/2024
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National Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Week is May 19-25 and Mon Health System is honoring the emergency medical professionals across the state that play an integral role in enhancing the health of the community, one person at a time. EMS Week is presented by the American College of Emergency Physicians (ACEP) in partnership with the National Associations of Emergency Medical Technicians (NAEMT). Together, NAEMT and ACEP lead annual EMS Week activities. These organizations are working to ensure that ...

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• 5/20/2024
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  During its annual Laurel Leadership Gala on Saturday, March 25, PACE Enterprises awarded the Laurel Leadership Award to David Goldberg, Mon Health System President and CEO and Vandalia Health Executive Vice President.   The prestigious Laurel Leadership Award honors one individual who exemplifies leadership in advocacy, philanthropy, and action to provide meaningful jobs for people with disabilities in West Virginia. All proceeds from the Laurel Leadership Gala go towards serving people with ...

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• 3/27/2023
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Morgantown-based medtech startup studio, Intermed Labs at Mon Health, has joined the Global Startup Studio Network (GSSN), a tightly-knit group of the world's top venture building studios. GSSN connects innovators from member studios in Dubai, Palo Alto, Paris and Morgantown in order to increase access to operational processes, human and financial capital. Visit www.gssn.co for additional information about this community.  Launched in 2020, Intermed Labs at Mon Health offers a platform for asp...

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• 12/7/2020
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Mon Health System and Mon Health Medical Center announce the newest board members to their governing bodies. Natalie Stone recently joined the Mon Health System board after years of service on the Mon Health Medical Center Board of Directors where she is currently Vice Chair. Stone is Executive Director of the North Central Building and Construction Trades Council, AFL-CIO affiliated organization representing more than 3,000 construction workers in the North Central and Eastern Panhandle regions of West ...

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• 7/29/2019
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Mon Health System Hospitals and facilities, including Grafton City Hospital, has suspended all non-essential treatments in order to safeguard its patients and staff and support a community response to the coronavirus outbreak. Mon Health and Grafton City Hospital medical staffs and facilities are focused on ensuring top quality care and outcomes always. We live our mission of each patient every time always. Non-essential care is defined as that which is not time-sensitive for medical reasons. A Mon Heal...

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• 3/18/2020
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The American College of Cardiology (ACC) has designated Mon Health Medical Center as a HeartCARE Center National Distinction of Excellence in May based upon meeting accreditation criteria, through ongoing performance registry reporting, and by providing comprehensive, high-quality culture and cardiovascular care. Mon Health Medical Center becomes the only hospital in West Virginia and only the 24 th hospital in the entire country to receive this honor. Hospitals and health systems that have earned an AC...

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• 5/22/2020
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Mon Health Medical Center is providing the opportunity for community members to participate in a free Diabetes Prevention Course series. West Virginia has the second-highest rate of diabetes in adults in the nation, roughly 15% of West Virginians according to the West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources. The program offers education and support to individuals at risk for developing type 2 diabetes. Participants will learn to adapt and maintain healthy lifestyle habits including proper nutri...

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• 1/28/2020
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Mon Health Medical Center's Kristen Statler, MD , has been named the hospital's 2019 Physician of the Year. Dr. Statler is a general and robotic surgeon at Mon Health Medical Center. She also performs vascular and minimally invasive procedures. The award was chosen by the hospital's medical staff and executives. "Dr. Statler takes excellent care of her patients by going above and beyond for them at an individual level," said William McBee, MD , a gynecologic oncologist and chief medical director at Mon H...

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• 12/6/2019
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Governor Jim Justice and Mon Health Medical Center, a leading community hospital in Morgantown, West Virginia teamed up to raise awareness for prostate cancer and proclaim September 2019 Prostate Cancer Awareness Month in the state of West Virginia. Prostate cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer in men and the second leading cause of cancer deaths in men. According to the American Cancer Society, there was an estimated 1,010 men in West Virginia diagnosed with Prostate Cancer in 2019; the third mo...

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• 9/19/2019
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Mon Health System is proud to announce a new partnership between Mon Health Medical Center and two longstanding physicians located in Uniontown, PA, Dr. John Sunyecz and Dr. Christine Wilson. With community physician offices closing in Uniontown due to an ongoing reorganization, this partnership will ensure the clinic remains open to continue providing women accessible, high quality gynecologic care from trusted experts. The message from Mon Health System President and CEO David Goldberg is simple: “The ...

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• 7/11/2019
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Mon Health System has announced the appointment of Edward W. Abbott to the position of Executive Director of Mon EMS. Mon EMS is the primary emergency response service within Monongalia County and responds to over 1,000 emergency calls on a monthly basis.  Mon EMS has been owned and operated by Mon Health System since 1981.  Abbott brings more than 24 years of experience to the post.  He is a certified Paramedic and a Registered Nurse.  He has been employed by Mon General Hospital si...

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• 5/16/2016
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The Mon Health Medical Center Auxiliary's 55th Annual Ball of the Year was more than a blast from the past. The 80s-themed, black tie affair raised $103,116 for patient care. Proceeds will be used to purchase a modern, flexible HD videoscope to detect early bladder cancer. "This year's Ball of the Year was one of our most successful to date," said Chris Battin, chair of the Ball of the Year Committee. "More than 20 corporate and individual sponsors and over 500 community members came together to help su...

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• 11/20/2017
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The Mon Health Medical Center Privacy and Security team has been alerted that local community members have received phone calls appearing to come from Mon Health’s main number, (304) 598-1200, asking for Medicare and personal health information. These calls are not from Mon Health but from bad actors using a technique called “phone call spoofing” to impersonate health care providers. How Does Caller ID Spoofing Work? Caller ID spoofing allows scammers to manipulate the phone number displayed on your cal...

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• 2/12/2025
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The West Virginia Junior College (WVJC) School of Nursing at Mon Health and Charleston Area Medical Center (CAMC) campuses celebrated nursing graduates during special pinning ceremonies held earlier this month in Charleston and Morgantown.   The ceremonies recognized 40 Morgantown and 28 Charleston nursing graduates who completed the WVJC School of Nursing’s 18-month nursing program and are now ready to enter the field. The nursing pinning ceremony marks a graduate’s transition from student to nurs...

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• 11/18/2024
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Vandalia Health’s Mon Health Stonewall Jackson Memorial Hospital Wellness Committee is excited to launch the winter 5K season with the Annual Gobble Gallop, a 5K Walk/Run on Thanksgiving Day, November 28.  The event will start at 9AM at 160 Jackson Mill Rd, Weston, WV 26452. Registration for the event is $5 and can be completed online at: https://www.webscorer.com/registerlist?raceid=364361 . “This is a fun event,” said Kevin Stalnaker, Chief Administrative Officer at Mon Health Stonewall Jackson M...

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• 10/29/2024
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Vandalia Health’s Mon Health Medical Center is proud to announce that Donna Pifer has been named the 2024 Volunteer of the Year, both for Mon Health Medical Center and the Northern District of West Virginia Hospital Association.  Donna was nominated for the Mon Health Medical Center award for her diligent work at the hospital’s gift shop. In addition to her role in the gift shop, Donna serves as co-lead for the hospital’s Comfort Closet program. The Comfort Closet provides essential clothing to pat...

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• 10/21/2024
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The Mon Health Medical Center Auxiliary is hosting its annual Trees to Go Event. Beginning on Monday, Oct. 7, raffle tickets may be purchased to win a tree to benefit patient care at Mon Health Medical Center. The Trees to Go Event began in 2012 and was spearheaded by Kathy Pompili, who has been a member of the Mon Health Medical Center Auxiliary for 29 years. Since then, the fundraiser has become the third largest fundraiser of the Auxiliary. Each year, the Mon Health Medical Center lobby is dressed wi...

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• 10/8/2024
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Mon Health Preston Primary Care honors Dr. Michael Schwarzenberg amidst his retirement on Monday, Sept. 30. Dr. Schwarzenberg has a legacy of care in Preston County spanning 37 years. In 1987, Dr. Schwarzenberg and his wife, Dr. Bernice Schwarzenberg, began their medical career by opening a private practice in Kingwood. Known locally as “Dr. Mike,” Dr. Schwarzenberg was a medical staff member of Mon Health Preston Memorial Hospital, served as Chief of Staff, and in other leadership roles within the medi...

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• 9/30/2024
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Mon Health Heart & Vascular Center at Mon Health Medical Center is one of three hospitals in the nation to be visited by an international team from Otsuka Medical Devices and Recor Medical to discuss its success with the renal denervation (RDN) procedure for treating high blood pressure. Representatives from Otsuka Medical Devices in Japan, the parent company of Recor Medical, visited Cleveland Clinic and Henry Ford Hospital before visiting Mon Health Medical Center in Morgantown on Thursday, Sept. ...

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• 9/12/2024
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Mon Health Marion Neighborhood Hospital was named by Becker’s Hospital Review on its list of hospitals with the shortest emergency department visit times. Based on the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services’ (CMS) Timely and Effective Care-Hospital data for 2023, Mon Health Marion Neighborhood Hospital’s ER is among the 12 hospitals in the United States with the shortest emergency department visit times, according to Becker’s. The nationwide median for emergency department visit times, measured ov...

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• 8/27/2024
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National Hospital Week is May 12-18 and Mon Health System is honoring its staff across each hospital and celebrating with Disney themed activities each day. National Hospital Week is annually celebrated and recognized by the American Hospital Association (AHA) to honor hospitals, health systems, and healthcare workers and the innovative ways they are supporting and connected to their community. According to the AHA, each year, America’s hospitals and health systems provide care for over 32 million peopl...

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• 5/13/2024
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Mon Health Marion Neighborhood Hospital is a full-service hospital located in Middletown Commons Mall in White Hall. In 2023, the hospital celebrated its second anniversary and its renewed commitment to enhancing the health of Greater Marion County. In just the last year, Mon Health Marion Neighborhood hospital provided care for 11,703 emergency department patients, began offering outpatient lab services, hosted a wellness series for community members, honored two nurses with DAISY Awards for extraordin...

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• 1/15/2024
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Mon Health Medical Center’s volunteers support the efforts of the hospital and contribute services in various positions to best fit the needs of patients and community. During the season of thankfulness and giving back, Mon Health Medical Center is expressing its gratitude to its many volunteers for their efforts and highlighting their valued contributions. Adult, college student, and junior volunteers serve in many roles across Mon Health Medical Center. From the Family Birth Center to the Emergency De...

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• 12/13/2023
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Mon Health Preston Memorial Hospital’s Peer Recovery Coach, Zac Hoover, has been selected as a 2023 Beacon of Hope Award recipient for his impact in the lives of those supported by the hospital’s Peer Recovery Program. The Beacon of Hope awards, introduced just this year and presented by Mosaic Group stands as a beacon of recognition and celebration of Peer Recovery Coaches. The award honors exceptional Peer Recovery Coaches within the Mosaic Group Reverse the Cycle national network, with remarkable qua...

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• 11/6/2023
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  Mon Health Marion Neighborhood Hospital has started a new White Hall Wellness Series to promote healthy living and support the Marion County community. The first event was held on Wednesday, March 22 at the Town of White Hall Safety Building. Chris Hedio, Health Coach, shared information on exercise and nutrition and provided blood pressure and pulse checks to the eleven attendees. A healthy meal was provided to support well-being from Say-Boys Restaurant and included grilled chicken, green beans,...

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• 4/4/2023
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  The 58th annual Mon Health Medical Center Ball of the Year was held on November 5, 2022, bringing in funds totaling $500,000 to support the Progressing Through Postpartum Program (P3). The program is the first of its kind in West Virginia, and one of only 15 in the nation. Using funds from their Community Giving Program, Diversified Energy gifted $75,000 to start the Diversified Energy Fund – Healing Famililes One at a Time. The fund will support the existing P3 Program by combating barriers to mu...

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• 11/7/2022
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Mon Health System, part of Vandalia Health, announced today that it has been approved to build a small format hospital in Bridgeport to serve the greater Harrison County Community. Approval came from the West Virginia Health Care Authority in response to a Certificate of Need filed in July 2022. Small format hospitals are accredited by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) to offer hospital-based services that include inpatient and outpatient medical beds, diagnostic imaging and lab servic...

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• 9/16/2022
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  Mon Health System, Mon Health Medical Center, and Mon Health Marion Neighborhood Hospital have recently announced the newest changes to their governing bodies. The Mon Health System board has elected their new Chair, Ed Boyle, and Vice Chair, Kathy McNeil. “We are thrilled to welcome Ed as our new Board Chair and Kathy as Vice Chair,” said David Goldberg, President and CEO of Mon Health System. “Their leadership on our Board the last several years has helped advance our mission and we look forward...

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• 7/13/2022
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  Mon Health Medical Center (MHMC) in partnership with United Way of Mon and Preston Counties, agencies located at Hazel’s House of Hope, and other local organizations, have started a workforce development program to break down barriers and empower systemic change in our community. Funded through the Hazel Ruby McQuain Charitable Trust, Mon Pathways to Success is a program designed to provide adults with employment and growth opportunities, program benefits, support, and assistance, but most importa...

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• 2/22/2022
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  Mon Health Medical Center and Mon Health Preston Memorial Hospital have announced the newest board members to their governing bodies. Samuel A. Chico, III recently joined the Mon Health Medical Center Board. Chico is a Morgantown native and graduate of West Virginia University (WVU). Chico is the founding principal of several companies including August Environmental, A2Z Construction, Inc., Squid Ink Graphics, CoCo IT Systems, August Realty LLC, Aquila Stone INC, and PaxSanus LLC. He has served on...

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• 8/16/2021
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The American College of Cardiology (ACC) has reaccredited Mon Health Medical Center for the second year in a row as a HeartCARE Center National Distinction of Excellence for 2021. Mon Health Medical Center is the only hospital in West Virginia and is the 24th hospital in the entire country to receive this honor. This distinction is based upon meeting accreditation criteria, through ongoing performance registry reporting, and by providing comprehensive, high-quality cardiovascular care. Hospitals and hea...

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• 7/7/2021
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A first-of-its-kind medical technology start-up studio serving North Central West Virginia entrepreneurs is being launched by Intermed Labs LLC, a local med tech incubator, and Mon Health System. Intermed Labs at Mon Health LLC will open the door for transformational innovation and jobs creation in healthcare using development and commercialization strategies from traditional technology hubs like Silicon Valley. "Our local medical talent is as good as anywhere in the country and this niche local infrast...

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• 10/19/2020
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A multidisciplinary team of experts have come together to contribute to the community response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Plastic Surgeon Dr. Tom McClellan, Anesthesiologist Dr. Paul Gera and Engineers Dr. Justin Chambers and Ephraim Pittore have developed a cost-effective face shield assembled with easily accessible materials. “Our team was tasked with finding an inexpensive face shield by the National Guard,” explained Dr. Thomas McClellan. “After the masks were built, we created a handout with step-by-...

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• 3/27/2020
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In November 2019, Mon Health Medical Center raised funds for a comprehensive, community-focused perinatal depression program, one of only 13 in the nation through its annual Ball of the Year. Mon Health Medical Center is now proud to announce its first Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorder Nurse Navigator to further support families during pregnancy, birth and beyond. One in 9 mothers will experience a perinatal mood disorder such as postpartum depression following childbirth. Care teams at Mon Health...

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• 2/5/2020
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WVU Medicine and Mon Health System have joined forces to protect the community from the spread of the flu virus. Polices have gone into effect at both healthcare institutions requiring their respective employees, medical staff, residents, and volunteers to be vaccinated against the flu as a condition of employment.      The mandatory flu inoculation policies include provisions to apply for an exemption on religious or medical grounds. These will be considered on a case-by-case basis ...

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• 8/13/2015
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Mon Health Primary Care Mannington office now has two nurse practitioners who are welcoming new patients. Melisa Loving, MSN, FNP-C , and Amber Weaver, MSN, FNP-BC , are both taking appointments for new patients at the 800 East Main Street location in Mannington. The office is easily accessible and provides a comfortable setting for patients. Loving grew up in the Beckley and Princeton area of southern West Virginia. She attended medical school at West Virginia Wesleyan College in Buckhanon. She chose to...

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• 11/14/2018
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The longest-running breast cancer screening study ever conducted has shown that regular mammograms prevent deaths from breast cancer, and the number of lives saved increases over time, according to an international research team. The study involved 130,000 women in two communities in Sweden. It showed 30 percent fewer women in the screening group died of breast cancer and that this effect persisted year after year. Now, 29 years after the study began, the researchers found that the number of women saved ...

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• 7/7/2011
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   Mon General Hospital has been recognized as a Blue Distinction Center® for Cardiac Care by Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield West Virginia, as part of Highmark’s Blue Distinction Centers for Specialty Care® program.  Blue Distinction Centers are hospitals shown to deliver quality specialty care based on objective, transparent measures for patient safety and health outcomes that were developed with input from the medical community.    In 2006, the Blue Distinction Centers for Sp...

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• 8/26/2013
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Four Mon Health System employees have graduated from the West Virginia Hospital Association (WVHA) 2022 Leadership Academy. Angela Cedeno, Nate James, Rick Scherich, and Romeo Tan were honored at a ceremony on April 22 at Stonewall Resort, near Weston.  “Through the WVHA Leadership Academy, I had the opportunity to meet and develop relationships with leaders from the across the state,” said Romeo Tan, Mon Health Medical Center Director of Operations and Mon Health System Director of Growth and Commu...

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• 5/11/2022
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  Finding treatment for people battling addiction is difficult and hospitals are the last hope for many. Mon Health System has created the Mon Health Recovery Care Program. The programs vary slightly at each location, but the goal is the same: to make a difference in patients’ lives. Mon Health Medical Center, Mon Health Stonewall Jackson Memorial Hospital, and Mon Health Preston Memorial Hospital provide support and services at the Emergency Room with a peer recovery program – Reverse the Cycle. Al...

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• 12/20/2021
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A year ago this month, Mon Health launched hospital-based pharmacy services to improve ease of access to prescription medicines for its patients and its staff. “This is an innovation that makes a real difference in the lives of our patients and our dedicated teams of employees,” said Mark Gilliam, Chief Administrative Officer at Mon Health Medical Center. “As a community hospital, our goal is to continually improve access to care and our pharmacy is another example of advancing that goal.” The pharmacy,...

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• 12/3/2020
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The Mon Health System Board of Directors has announced the appointment of David S. Goldberg as President and Chief Executive Officer of Mon Health System, effective Monday, Oct. 1. Goldberg brings to Mon Health over 17 years of senior healthcare leadership experience. He currently serves as a Senior Vice President with Highmark Health’s Alleghany Health Network (AHN) in Pittsburgh, Pa. While at AHN Goldberg, was responsible for administrative services and had oversight for corporate services including p...

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• 9/10/2018
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                Mon General Hospital has taken the first steps toward adding a radiation oncology center to its Zelda Stein Weiss Cancer Center. A Certificate of Need (CON) application for the new center has been submitted to the West Virginia Health Care Authority. Pending approval of the CON, construction could start by early September.                 T...

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• 5/28/2013
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The Theresa Snaith Hospital Auxiliary of Vandalia Health Stonewall Jackson Memorial Hospital is hosting its third annual Volunteer Luncheon at noon, Thursday, April 24, at Saint Paul’s West Hall on East First Street. The event coincides with National Volunteer Week, April 20-26, a time to recognize and celebrate the impact of volunteers in communities. The theme for this year’s luncheon is "Volunteers Make Waves.”  New this year, the Auxiliary will be honoring a Lewis County Volunteer of the Y...

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• 4/9/2025
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Mon Health Preston Memorial Hospita l staff visited Kingwood Elementary School’s Family Engagement Night ahead of its April 9 th Future Donor Blood Drive. At the Family Engagement Night, hospital staff educated children and families on the importance of blood and donating. Through a creative demonstration, students learned about plasma, red cells, and platelets, the three components of blood. Parents were also encouraged to sign up to donate at the upcoming drive. The Future Blood Donor Blood Drive at K...

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• 4/9/2024
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On Wednesday, November 29, Mon Health System will host a RN Career Connection Day at the Robert H. Mollohan Research Center in Fairmont. “The RN Career Connection Day presents an unparalleled opportunity for aspiring nurses and experienced nurses to explore fulfilling roles within our vibrant healthcare community,” said Lotoya Henry-Ojugbana, System Director of Talent Acquisition. “As the Director of Talent Acquisition, I am excited to emphasize our commitment to fostering a supportive environment at Mo...

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• 11/21/2023
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Mon Health Marion Neighborhood Hospital is now offering outpatient lab services in White Hall.  “We are excited to introduce the outpatient lab services as the latest addition to our healthcare offerings,” said Dr. Chris Edwards , Chief Administrative Officer or Mon Health Marion Neighborhood Hospital and Mon Health System Emergency Department Medical Director. “We look forward to extending our commitment to convenient, efficient, and comprehensive care to our patients and the community.” Patients ...

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• 9/13/2023
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As the healthcare industry continues to evolve and face new challenges, women are playing an increasingly critical role in shaping its future. During Women’s History Month and year-round, Mon Health System celebrates the trailblazing women who lead the organization in driving innovation and improving patient outcomes. Mon Health System is at a unique point in the organization’s history, with majority of its leadership roles maintained by women. These women help empower a wide range of individuals, from e...

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• 3/8/2023
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  As a former employee of Mon Health, Sharon Richman was familiar with the Medical Oncology team and the quality care they provide at Mon Health Cancer Center. That's why when Sharon was diagnosed with an inoperable lung cancer in November 2020, the choice of where she would go for treatment was clear. Sharon was born and raised in Taylor County, WV. She attended West Virginia University where she obtained her Social Work degree. She has held several positions at Mon General Hospital, now Mon Health...

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• 5/3/2021
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Mon Health Medical Center employees have come together to collect thousands of hygiene products to be included in bags donated to local children in Monongalia County Schools as part of an annual partnership with Pantry Plus More. Donations include, but are not limited to, body wash, soap, shampoo, conditioner, detergent pods, hairbrushes, deodorant, tissues, toothbrushes and toothpaste, as well as feminine hygiene products. “As a community, we must do all that we can to give kids an opportunity to thriv...

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• 8/19/2020
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Mon Health Wedgewood Primary Care and Psychiatry welcomes Pediatric and General Psychiatrist Melissa Albert . Dr. Albert, who is from Clarksburg, graduated valedictorian from Notre Dame High School. She attended medical school at the WVU School of Medicine. She completed a residency in pediatrics at the Wright State University School of Medicine in Dayton, OH, and a residency with WVU School of Medicine, Department of Behavioral Medicine and Psychiatry. Dr. Albert chose to specialize in psychiatry to he...

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• 7/24/2018
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The Mon Health Medical Center Foundation presented $35,000 in scholarships on Monday, May 6, to 36 area students pursuing degrees in healthcare fields at its 29th Annual health Career Scholarship Awards Program. The scholarships are valued at $4,000 each, a $1,000 per year. Selection was based on the application, academic performance and financial need. Each applicant also submitted a letter describing why they selected a specific health career. The Foundation created the Health Career Scholarship progra...

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• 5/9/2019
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            Mon HealthCare, working in conjunction with Philips Lifeline, has released CarePartners Mobile, a new mobile app designed to help family caregivers coordinate the support they provide to their loved ones.              “Mon HealthCare understands the issues of caring for a senior, which is why Mon HealthCare works with Philips Lifeline not only to provide services such as the Lif...

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• 1/9/2013
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            The Wound Healing Center of Mon General Hospital was recently designated as a National Lymphedema Network (NLN) Affiliate Treatment Center.             “This designation is an excellent example of the quality health care Mon General is able to offer to the community,” said Eric Eberhart, Director of the Wound Healing Center of Mon General. The Wound Healing Center is one of only two ...

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• 3/15/2013
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            Now that all legal and regulatory hurdles are cleared, Preston Memorial Hospital and Mon Health System officials have cemented the partnership between the two health care organizations.              The alliance was finalized Friday, Feb. 21, with the closing of a $38.5 million construction loan, guaranteed by Mon Health System, to build a new Preston Memorial Hospital.  Ea...

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• 2/21/2014
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            Kingwood, WV – A new era in healthcare for Preston County began Thursday, April 30, with the dedication of the $38.5-million Preston Memorial Hospital. ​             West Virginia Governor Earl Ray Tomblin was there to cut the ribbon, along with representatives of the congressional delegation, local dignitaries, hospital officials and Mon Health System executives. ​  &...

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• 4/30/2015
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Mon Health System , a member of Vandalia Health , is proud to announce that its long-anticipated Vandalia Health Mon Harrison Neighborhood Hospital at Charles Pointe Crossing in Bridgeport is officially moving forward. This week’s filing of the hospital’s building permit with the City of Bridgeport marks a key milestone in a process that began nearly three years ago in July 2022, when Mon Health System filed for a Certificate of Need for the facility. The path to construction included extensive collabor...

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• 4/3/2025
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First Exchange Bank has raised $3,000 to support Vandalia Health’s Mon Health Medical Center Foundation ’s breast cancer initiatives as part of the bank’s annual “Pink Out” event. For every deposit account opened during October, the bank pledged to donate $25, successfully reaching its goal of $3,000. Bank representatives were on hand Monday to present the funds to representatives of Vandalia Health’s Mon Health System and Mon Health Medical Center Foundation at the Mon Health Obstetrics & Gynecolog...

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• 12/31/2024
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Thirty-two racers braved rainy conditions and 44-degree temperatures for Mon Health Stonewall Jackson Memorial Hospital’s 6th Annual Gobble Gallop Thanksgiving morning at WVU Jackson’s Mill in Lewis County. Kevin Kiser took first place in the male race with a time of 20:58, followed by Owen Debar at 21:56, and in third was Nick Atchison with a time of 22 minutes. Top female was Audrey Corrigan with a time of 24:28, Jaelyn Romans in second place with a 25:58 time, and in third was Carissa Sands at 27.55....

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• 12/2/2024
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Patients in Webster Springs, West Virginia, and surrounding areas will now have access to specialized cardiology care through a new telehealth service. Starting Friday, October 25, Dr. Morgan Lyons , a board-certified Cardiologist at Mon Health, will provide virtual appointments from Webster Memorial Hospital on the fourth Friday afternoon of every month. All outpatient cardiology needs will be accepted through this service, such as check-ups, medication needs, palpitations, and other important evaluati...

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• 11/5/2024
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Dr. Ryan Walker , a Family Physician at Mon Health Primary Care in Fairmont, has been honored as the Best Family Physician in the Best of Marion County contest, hosted by WV News and the Marion County Chamber of Commerce. The contest received over 94,000 votes from residents across the area, highlighting the strong support and appreciation for local healthcare professionals. Dr. Walker has worked for Mon Health for more than two years. He brings a wealth of knowledge and experience in Family Medicine. "...

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• 11/4/2024
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Mon Health Heart & Vascular Center in Elkins is proud to announce the launch of its new Cardiac Computed Tomography Angiography (CTA) program, offering advanced diagnostic capabilities to patients in the region.    The Cardiac CTA program is designed to provide fast, accurate, and non-invasive imaging of the heart, helping to detect heart disease and other cardiovascular conditions early and improve treatment outcomes. This technology delivers high-resolution images that allow physicians t...

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• 10/21/2024
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Mon Health Stonewall Jackson Memorial Hospital was voted Best Place to Work and Dr. Robert Snuffer was voted Best Family Doctor in the Weston Democrat’s 2024 Lewis County Choice Awards. Voted on by residents in Lewis County, the Lewis County Choice Awards is held annually to determine the best and preferred offerings in the county. Mon Health Stonewall Jackson Memorial Hospital’s Best Place to Work in Lewis County award comes soon after Mon Health System was voted Best Place to Work in West Virginia in ...

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• 10/2/2024
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National Assisted Living Week is Sept. 8-14 and residents at The Suites at Heritage Point are celebrating with some exciting activities and trips. Life at The Suites is always vibrant and chock-full of things to do, but during National Assisted Living Week, the itinerary is being turned up a notch for a week-long celebration. Residents can expect to enjoy afternoon game times and social hours with sweet treats like cake and coke floats. For those looking to get out and about, The Suites has coordinated ...

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• 9/4/2024
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Mon Health is pleased to announce its recent recognitions in the inaugural Best in Mountaineer Country contest. The Best in Mountaineer Country is a vote-based contest focusing on and highlighting the best businesses, companies, groups, locations, items and services in the Mountaineer Country. Mon Health Medical Center was voted Gold and Mon Health Wedgewood Primary Care was voted Silver for Best Medical Facility in Mountaineer Country. In addition, Mon Health Wedgewood Primary Care was voted Gold for B...

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• 8/8/2024
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The Mon Health Medical Center Foundation raised $100,000 at its 34th Annual DeLynn Memorial Golf Classic at Pete Dye on Monday, August 5. The 34th Annual DeLynn Memorial Golf Classic is the second event in the Bill Hennessey Golf Series at the prestigious Pete Dye Golf Club in Bridgeport, West Virginia. The event hosted 102 golfers in support of the critical needs of Mon Health Medical Center. The 16th Annual WVRC Media Invitational Golf Classic, the first event of the series, raised $80,000 for the hos...

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• 8/6/2024
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Mon Health Preston Memorial Hospital hosted ‘Stay Balanced Bruceton’ for individuals 60 years or older who attend events at North Preston Senior Center and for patients at Mon Health Preston Memorial Hospital Physical Therapy & Rehabilitation – Bruceton/Kingwood. Stay Balanced Bruceton is a wellness event for seniors with an emphasis on balance and fall safety. Staff members of Mon Health Preston Memorial Hospital performed balance tests for seniors at North Preston Senior Center and provided inform...

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• 7/24/2024
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Mon Health Medical Center patients now have access to the FARMacy Program through the Vandalia Health Network. Vandalia Health Network’s FARMacy Program is designed to increase access to health education, healthy foods, and free resources for patients managing diabetes. Patients of Mon Health Medical Center can participate in the FARMacy Program’s free, 15-week course that will provide access to fresh produce, cooking tips, and physical education each week. By participating in the program, patients will...

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• 6/27/2024
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The Mon Health System – Vandalia Health North Board of Directors announces a change in board membership. After many years of dedicated service, Dr. Mark Johnson , a longstanding and beloved leading general surgeon at Mon Health Medical Center, will step down from his position as a board member effective immediately to focus on the increased demand for his surgical services. Dr. Susan Capelle has been appointed to the Board of Directors for an initial three-year term, effective July 1. Dr. Capelle is a w...

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• 6/26/2024
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Mon Health System is pleased to welcome Dr. Peter Kochupura as an expert in pulmonary and sleep medicine. “We are proud to welcome Dr. Kochupura to Mon Health System,” said Karen Friggens, Vice President of Physician Services at Mon Health Medical Group. “His expertise in critical care, pulmonary, and sleep medicine are an invaluable addition to the care we provide and will undoubtedly make a positive impact on the patients we serve.” Dr. Kochupura is board certified in pulmonary medicine and critical c...

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• 4/29/2024
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Mon Health Preston Memorial Hospital Foundation recently held its second annual First Night Out event to benefit cancer care services at Mon Health Preston Memorial Hospital. After January’s snowstorm, the First Night Out event was moved to Saturday, March 23 with the same activities and exciting prizes to win. The event featured a silent auction, hourly raffles, pull-tab instant wins, and a $1000 grand prize drawing. In an effort to add a unique twist to the fundraising event, guests were invited to de...

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• 3/25/2024
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Mon Health Stonewall Jackson Memorial Hospital is now offering Pelvic Floor Therapy close-to-home in Weston through Katherine Jones, PT, ATC and Beena Mazza, MPT . “Our community is in need of practitioners that can address these conditions, so I am very excited to expand the scope of my physical therapy care at this level,” said Jones. “Many common conditions can be treated through pelvic floor therapy, but not a lot of people are aware that this is a service physical therapists can provide.” This type...

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• 2/5/2024
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On Wednesday, October 18, Mon Health Marion Neighborhood Hospital hosted a disaster drill to prepare for public health emergencies and test response capabilities in real time. Mon Health Marion Neighborhood Hospital was joined by Marion County Rescue Squad, Whitehall Police, and Marion County 911 to demonstrate a realistic disaster drill and to identify the most important strengths and areas for improvement in a large-scale emergency. Students from East Fairmont High School volunteered their time to act...

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• 10/23/2023
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Mon Health Marion Neighborhood Hospital and Mon Health’s Fairmont Medical Office Building (MOB) are collecting non-perishable food donations to support The Soup Opera in Marion County. The Soup Opera is located in Fairmont, WV and serves daily meals to those in need in Marion County and surrounding areas. Due to a flooding right before Thanksgiving, The Soup Opera lost all of its supplies and is relying on community support to rebuild and continue to provide meals to families in need. “Food insecurity i...

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• 12/4/2023
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The Village at Heritage Point will host Seamon Law Offices, PLLC, for an educational estate planning talk. This is one of the many events the Village offers to provide education opportunities for residents and their families. The Village at Heritage Point is a luxury senior living community located in the heart of Morgantown. Residents enjoy a uniquely inviting location, true neighbors, as well as many cultural, educational, and entertainment benefits. Events and activities are offered throughout the mo...

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• 12/4/2023
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The Mon Health Preston Memorial Hospital Foundation held its fourth annual Turkey Trot 5K race on Saturday, November 11 at the Preston Country Club. The money raised from the race benefits the Mon Health Preston Memorial Hospital Foundation Dove Fund, which is in place to provide assistance and support for cancer patients. “As a nonprofit hospital system, we value events like these that aim to support the initiatives of the Foundation,” said Luella Gunter, Executive Director of Philanthropy for Mon Heal...

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• 11/16/2023
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Mon Health Preston Memorial Hospital has received certification from Det Norske Veritas (DNV) as an Acute Stroke Ready Center, affirming the hospital’s readiness to care for stroke patients. DNV is an independent expert in assurance and risk management that sets industry standards for organizations around the world, including healthcare entities. The DNV Acute Stroke Ready (ASR) Certification is derived from evidenced-based standards set forth by the Brain Attack Coalition and the American Stroke Associ...

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• 8/30/2023
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Mon Health Preston Memorial Hospital recently announced they are now offering a new platform that elevates traditional anesthesia, the Mindray A8 Anesthesia System. The new platform introduces innovative technology and retains traditional features to support patients and clinicians throughout the perioperative care path. The A8 Anesthesia System is developed by Mindray, a leading global developer, manufacturer, and supplier of medical devices. The system introduces innovative technology to maximize patie...

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• 7/6/2023
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Mon Health Primary Care – Morgantown has been named Morgantown Magazine’s 2023 “Best of Morgantown” for Best Primary Care Clinic. This year, the community cast over 161,000 ballots to select their favorite local businesses. “Our staff are devoted to providing high-quality, patient-centered care, close to home and we are honored to provide a positive impact in the lives and health of our local communities,” said Karen Friggens, Vice President, Physician Services at Mon Health Medical Group. The physicians...

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• 2/14/2023
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At the WV Chamber’s Business Summit at The Greenbrier on September 1, 2022, President and CEO David Ramsey shared that Vandalia Health is now official. CAMC and Mon Health System have signed the final agreement to become one integrated delivery system after receiving approval from all necessary regulatory and government review and approval. Dave Ramsey made the announcement during a speech at the 2022 West Virginia Chamber of Commerce Annual Meeting and Business Summit this morning at the Greenbrier Reso...

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• 9/1/2022
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Mon Health Rheumatology is pleased to announce the addition of Dr. Munib Aftab to its dedicated team of physicians. Dr. Aftab will be practicing at the Mon Health Rheumatology location in Morgantown. “I have been practicing medicine for the last ten years and look forward to providing my expertise to my community and establishing a healthy society,” said Dr. Aftab. Dr. Aftab graduated from Rawalpindi Medical College in Pakistan before completing his Internal Medicine Residency at Harlem Hospital Center a...

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• 7/27/2022
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  Mon Health Medical Center is delivering the best in healthcare options for its cancer patients with the recent addition of Bravos Brachytherapy for some cervical and endometrial cancers. Dr. J. Frederick Littles, Radiation Oncologist at Mon Health Cancer Center , is the provider for the procedure. “Bringing this weapon to the Mon Health Cancer Center team is evidence of our commitment to maximize our services to this very supportive community,” said Dr. Littles . “This will provide patients with q...

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• 3/28/2022
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Mon Health Medical Center is excited to welcome Émilie Minarcik, NP, to its dedicated team of providers. As an Acute Care Adult-Gerontological Nurse Practitioner with over 15 years of experience, Émilie brings with her vast experience caring for medical and surgical patients across the age spectrum. “Émilie comes highly experienced in both acute and chronic disease state management,” said Dr. David Seaman with Mon Health Rheumatology. “She will be a great addition to the Mon Health Rheumatology team, and...

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• 9/14/2020
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Beginning July 1, 2019, Mon Health System and WVU Medicine will collaborate to provide 24/7 teleneurology services at all three hospitals: Mon Health Medical Center in Morgantown, Mon Health Preston Memorial Hospital in Kingwood, and Stonewall Jackson Memorial Hospital in Weston. Mon Health physicians will have access to Board Certified Neurologists from WVU to quickly assess and recommend treatment for urgent stroke patients. Rapid diagnosis and treatment provide the best opportunity to reverse debilit...

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• 6/27/2019
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Mon Health Medical Center is proud to announce the addition of Dr. Matthew Gaskill to its dedicated team of physicians. Dr. Gaskill specializes in cardiology and electrophysiology and will be joining the Mon Health Heart and Vascular Center in Morgantown, recently recognized as the first hospital in the state to receive an Atrial Fibrillation (AFib) with Electrophysiology Services (EPS) Accreditation. “In addition to the AFib Accreditation, the American College of Cardiology (ACC) has designated Mon Hea...

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• 7/20/2020
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Sound financial management practices have once again earned a BBB+ bond rating for Mon Health System from Fitch Ratings, affirming an earlier BBB bond rating from S&P. Fitch noted that the rating “reflects Mon Health’s improved 2019 operating performance supported by efforts to streamline efficiencies, enhance core service lines and improve physician alignment.” Even with the “challenging fiscal 2020 operating environment given the coronavirus pandemic,” Fitch found that “Mon Health’s demonstrated o...

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• 8/3/2020
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Hospitals making up the Mon Health System are now allowing employees to wear homemade masks in designated areas during the COVID-19 pandemic. Mon Health Stonewall Jackson Memorial Hospital Chief Administrative Officer Avah Stalnaker noted, “We can now use homemade masks for employees that are not providing direct patient care. A universal masking policy went into effect on April 7, mandating all employees, visitors and essential service providing vendors to wear a mask in all Mon Health facilities. The ...

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• 4/9/2020
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            Jeanette Lancaster, a 17-year employee with Mon HealthCare Equipment and Supplies and Fairmont Home Medical, was recently promoted to be the company’s Director of Sales and Marketing.             Lancaster started her career with Mon HealthCare in May 1996. She previously held the positions of Customer Service Representative with Mon HealthCare, Customer Service Representative and Bo...

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• 1/28/2013
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The Wound Healing Center of Mon General Hospital recently marked its sixth year of offering Hyperbaric Oxygen (HBO) Therapy to patients with chronic wounds. The center’s two HBO chambers first went into use on June 9, 2004. “Because of the HBO chambers, the Wound Healing Center has been able to offer a whole new service to the community for the treatment of non-healing wounds,” said Katie Cunningham, Director of the Wound Healing Center. “We are the only ones in Monongalia County to offer this. “Ou...

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• 6/8/2010
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                Monongalia EMS and the Granville Volunteer Fire Department have collaborated to create a Mon EMS substation at the Fire House in Osage, near the Blue Horizon Drive intersection. The substation on the western side of Monongalia County will benefit those communities by reducing the response time by up to 20 minutes.                 The substa...

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• 3/27/2012
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            Visitors to Mon General Hospital’s 32nd Annual HealthFair will have the opportunity to walk through a giant colon, participate in a scavenger hunt and get an overall picture of their health through a variety of wellness screenings.             The 2015 Mon General HealthFair will be held on Friday and Saturday, Feb. 27-28, at Morgantown Mall. Approximately 50 exhibitors will be at HealthFair, including ...

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• 2/16/2015
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Vandalia Health’s Mon Health Medical Center is proud to announce that its Radiology Department has been awarded the designation as a Prostate Cancer MRI Center by the American College of Radiology (ACR).  ACR Accreditation ensures your community that your facility delivers the highest standards of image quality and safety by verifying that you meet certain requirements for equipment, medical staff, and quality assurance protocols. To achieve this designation, the Mon Health Radiology team has met t...

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• 10/16/2024
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On October 9, 2024, Vandalia Health hospitals, including Mon Health and Davis Health, hosted a successful Healthcare Career Showcase aimed at introducing middle & high school students to the dynamic world of healthcare.  Hosted at the Hazel & J.W. Ruby Community Center at Mylan Park in Morgantown, WV, nearly 400 students from schools across West Virginia attended the event. The event featured departments from across Mon Health and Davis Health, including Marketing, Food & Nutrition Serv...

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• 10/14/2024
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Mon Health Medical Center honors Dr. C. Andrew Heiskell and Carla Dunaway, NP as they retire from many years of providing medical care in West Virginia. Dr. Heiskell is a third-generation surgeon with whose family has left a legacy of care locally spanning over 100 years. In 1975, Dr. Heiskell began practicing as a physician at Mon Health Medical Center, formerly Monongalia General Hospital. In 1987, he started his own private practice specializing in general and vascular surgery called Heiskell King Bu...

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• 10/7/2024
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During October’s Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Vandalia Health’s Mon Health System and Davis Health System are partnering with Hope Gas to raise awareness of the critical importance of early detection in improving breast cancer outcomes. By encouraging women to receive potentially life-saving mammograms, the partnership aims to promote proactive health measures that lead to earlier diagnoses, more effective treatments, and better long-term survival rates. To further motivate women, those who receive a ...

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• 10/4/2024
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Mon Health Preston Memorial Hospital’s Peer Recovery Coach, Zac Hoover, has been selected as a 2024 Beacon of Hope Award recipient for his impact in the lives of those supported by the hospital’s Peer Recovery Program. The Beacon of Hope awards, introduced in 2023 and presented by Mosaic Group, stands to recognize and celebrate peer recovery coaches. The award honors exceptional peer recovery coaches within the Mosaic Group’s evidence-based Reverse the Cycle program. This year, over 70 nominations were ...

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• 10/3/2024
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Mon Health Preston Memorial Hospital enhances pulmonary services with three new interventional procedures, expanding access to respiratory care in rural West Virginia. In June, Mon Health System welcomed Dr. Peter Kochupura to lead Pulmonary Care Services . Dr. Kochupura joined pulmonologist Dr. Allison Cihla to bolster comprehensive lung care at Mon Health Preston Memorial Hospital, and through his leadership, Mon Health has strengthened its pulmonary care services and introduced new procedures to best...

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• 9/16/2024
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Keep your eyes out for all the ways Mon Health will be supporting the 2024 Monongalia County Fair and parade throughout the week of August 19-24.  Mon Health System is proud to be a part of the Monongalia County Fair’s kickoff parade on Monday, August 19 at 6PM. Mon Health employees will be joined by their families to hand out popsicles alongside Mon Health’s parade float that is annually featured in the Buckwheat Festival Parade. In addition, the Mon Health Medical Center FROG, the “Free Rides On ...

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• 8/19/2024
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The Village at Heritage Point held a special concert starring Nashville singer-songwriter, Kevin Major, on Friday, July 12.  Kevin Major originally hails from Morgantown, West Virginia, but moved to Nashville, Tennessee to hone his craft for the past 25 years. He is best known for his storytelling that authentically weave his heart and his home into every song. While in town for another show, Major planned a concert for the residents at The Village to visit his former high school English teacher, M...

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• 7/17/2024
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Mon Health Preston Memorial Hospital patients now have access to the FARMacy Program through the Vandalia Health Network. Social determinants of health such as where people live, their social support, financial distress, and access to health care, education, and healthy food can impact a person’s health. Vandalia Health Network’s FARMacy Program is designed to alleviate some of these burdens, providing free resources and food for patients managing diabetes. The FARMacy Program is offering a free, 15-wee...

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• 6/27/2024
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Vandalia Health North, comprised of Davis Health System and Mon Health System, are proud to announce the inaugural “Heart to Heart Awards.” The award was designed to recognize and honor employees who exemplify the true spirit of compassion, not only within the workplace, but also within their local communities. Heart to Heart Award recipients were selected at each health system from a pool of nominees, nominated by fellow employees. From Davis Health System, Jessica Kerns-Galloway was selected as the He...

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• 3/12/2024
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Mon Health Preston Memorial Hospital will open a new comprehensive infusion center offering increased access to cancer care to local patients. Congressman David McKinley (ret.), along with U.S. Senators Joe Manchin and Shelly Moore Capito, secured $580,000 in federal appropriations to construct the new facility. This invaluable support was instrumental in ensuring that patients in rural West Virginia receive quality, close-to-home cancer care. Currently, patients with cancer in Preston County must leave...

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• 10/12/2023
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On September 28, Mon Health Medical Center’s Auxiliary was awarded for two initiatives by the Auxiliary of West Virginia Hospital Association (AWVHA): State Service Project of the Year and the Service and Fundraising Project of the Year. The Mon Health Medical Center Auxiliary contributes to the community’s health by raising money for the hospital for various patient needs. The Auxiliary is made up of members that work to support projects and provide improvements for the patients, families, and staff of...

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• 10/16/2023
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Mon Health Primary Care is pleased to welcome Dr. Gabriella Horvath and Dr. Borbala Julia Czinege to its growing family. Their longtime office will remain at the current location at 3132 Collins Ferry Rd in Morgantown and will be named Mon Health Primary Care – Suncrest.  Drs. Horvath and Czinege at Mon Health Primary Care – Suncrest will continue to see patients for a wide variety of illnesses and conditions, conduct health screenings and physical exams, and offer primary, wellness,&...

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• 8/1/2023
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On Saturday, May 20, The Village at Heritage Point retirement community celebrated resident Jean Teter’s 99th birthday. Jean Teter is a West Virginia native and grew up in Westover. She graduated high school in 1942 and entered college that same year. Teter studied Medical Technology at West Virginia University (WVU) where her tuition was $40 per semester. At her white coat ceremony in 1947, Teter was recognized for her efforts for being the first out of three students to graduate with a Medical Technol...

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• 6/1/2023
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Mon Health Cancer Center today announced that it has been trained and certified by Dendreon Pharmaceuticals to offer PROVENGE ® (sipuleucel-T) treatment through the Dendreon Service-Ready program. Mon Health Cancer Center is excited to offer to its patients the only FDA-approved cellular immunotherapy for the treatment of advanced prostate cancer. Mon Health Cancer Center joins the network of the more than 2,400 treatment centers that have qualified as Dendreon Service-Ready practices and offered PROVENG...

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• 5/18/2023
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Mon Health System is pleased to join the Center for Organ Recovery & Education (CORE) to raise awareness about organ, tissue, and cornea donation, and to inspire everyone during Donate Life Month to register to be an organ donor. Nationally, more than 100,000 people are waiting for an organ transplant, including 2,500 people in western Pennsylvania and West Virginia. At least 20 will die each day without receiving the transplant they so desperately need. Someone is added to the transplant waiting lis...

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• 4/3/2023
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  Grafton City Hospital, an affiliate of Mon Health System, will soon create a new clearinghouse for individuals struggling with substance abuse, called the Recovery to Resiliency (R2R) program. Thanks to the efforts of U.S. Representative David McKinley, P.E. (WV-01), $995,000 in federal appropriations was secured to construct the program on the second floor of the hospital. “Representative McKinley was instrumental in securing the funding for the Recovery to Resiliency program for Grafton City Hos...

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• 1/3/2023
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The American College of Cardiology (ACC) has recognized Mon Health Medical Center for its demonstrated commitment to comprehensive, high-quality culture and cardiovascular care. Mon Health Medical Center was awarded the HeartCARE Center National Distinction of Excellence for the third year in a row based on meeting accreditation criteria, and through their ongoing performance registry reporting. Hospitals and health systems that have earned an ACC HeartCARE Center designation have demonstrated their comm...

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• 8/23/2022
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Mon Health Obstetrics and Gynecology  has been named Morgantown Magazine's 2022 "Best of Morgantown" for Best OBGYN Clinic.  This year, the community cast 150,000 ballots to select their favorite local businesses.  "We are devoted to providing high-quality, patient-centered care, close to home and are honored to provide a positive impact in the lives and health of women in Morgantown and the surrounding areas," said  Dr. Craig Herring, OBGYN and Co-Medical Director  of Mon Healt...

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• 2/16/2022
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Mon Health Equipment and Supplies and a national leader in durable medical equipment, DASCO Home Medical Equipment, have entered into a joint venture to build a stronger, more expansive company to better benefit the communities we serve across North Central West Virginia.  This newly combined joint venture, Mon Health - DASCO Home Medical Equipment, will expand our access to better pricing, collection of fees from services rendered and expand our ability to deliver the highest quality, lowest cost ...

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• 7/9/2021
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Mon Health Medical Center (MHMC) invites patients needing a family medicine specialist to contact one of our newest physicians, Dr. Arielle Placke, DO. As a MHMC physician, Dr. Placke is making a difference every day in the lives of her patients. She provides continuing and comprehensive healthcare for the individual and family. Currently, she is seeing patients from age 12 and up. She is particularly interested in women's health and enjoys doing small office procedures when possible. One of her goals is...

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• 3/30/2021
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The state has approved a license for The Suites at Heritage Point to offer comprehensive assisted living services, which means residents experiencing limited daily living skills are able to remain in their homes. “This freedom to remain in place and know that comprehensive care and dedicated assistance is available to them is a blessing for our residents,” said Wilma Sternthal, Executive Director of The Village and The Suites at Heritage Point. The assisted living services include medication administrat...

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• 11/6/2020
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Mon Health System will begin a phased approach to safely resume services to address the current and ongoing medical needs of patients in accordance with national and statewide guidance, effective Tuesday, April 28, 2020. This decision was made in agreement with Governor Jim Justice’s recent announcement of the state’s initiative to begin lifting restrictions on elective procedures and surgeries. Nearly a month ago, Mon Health System hospitals delayed elective, non-emergent surgeries to increase capacity...

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• 4/27/2020
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Chief Human Resources Officer, Katie Davison, began her tenure with Mon Health System on Monday, March 16, during the peak of planning for the COVID-19 pandemic.  Davison hadn’t even unpacked her bags when she was asked to meet with President and CEO, David Goldberg, on Sunday evening, March 15, 2020. “My message to her was simple: help us to keep our employees safe as we are preparing for an international pandemic. No pressure,” said Goldberg. “Oh, and by the way, welcome to the Mon Health Family!...

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• 3/27/2020
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The Mon Health Medical Center Family Birth Center has earned the Cribs for Kids National Safe Sleep Certification designation as a Bronze Safe Sleep Hospital. The National Safe Sleep Certification Program acknowledges hospitals with an established commitment to community leadership for best practices and education in sleep safety. Receiving such honors signifies an institution is dedicated to the mission of ensuring infant safety in their sleep environments and eliminating as many sleep-related deaths as...

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• 11/4/2019
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Mon Health Medical Center has been named a 5-star recipient for vaginal delivery, gynecologic procedures and hysterectomy by Healthgrades, the leading online resource for comprehensive information about physicians and hospitals. This 5-star rating indicates that the hospital's clinical outcomes are statistically significantly better than expected when treating the condition or performing the procedure being evaluated. "Mon Health Medical Center has long been recognized in the community for its compr...

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• 12/7/2018
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             Mon General Hospital celebrated two milestone achievements on Wednesday, Aug. 1: receiving the 2012 HealthGrades Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ and the opening of its new outpatient Endoscopy Center.              The celebration was held in the hospital’s main lobby for employees, and concluded with presentation of the award followed by tours of the Endoscopy Center...

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• 8/2/2012
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October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month and Mon Health Equipment & Supplies is observing the month with free health screenings, post-mastectomy fittings, discounts and more. From 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 24, Mon Health Equipment & Supplies will offer: Free post-mastectomy fittings with a certified mastectomy fitter. Walk-in fittings are welcome throughout October. Free ultrasound screenings of the carotid arteries, gallbladder and abdominal aorta by the Mon Health Radiology Team. A s...

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• 10/22/2018
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Mon General Hospital has been named one of only 50 employers in the nation to be the recipient of the “AARP Best Employers for Workers Over 50” recognition for 2011. “AARP Best Employers for Workers Over 50” is an annual recognition program that acknowledges companies and organizations whose demonstrated best practices and policies for addressing issues related to our nation’s aging workforce provide roadmaps for the workplaces of tomorrow. This means that Mon General Hospital is rated among the top...

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• 9/7/2011
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Hearing With Health Care Authority Cancelled West Virginia University Hospitals (WVUH) and Monongalia Health System have reached a settlement that will allow WVUH to move forward with its major expansion project. The parties mutually agreed to cancel the public hearing with the West Virginia Health Care Authority on Tuesday, July 17, in Charleston, following negotiations last week. Mon General Hospital, and its parent company, Mon Health System, withdrew its request for a hearing, as WVUH elected t...

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• 7/16/2012
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Darryl Duncan is on a leave of absence as Chief Executive Officer and President of Mon Health System. Dottie Oakes has been named interim CEO and will continue in her role as Chief Operating Officer. In a communication to all physicians and staff members, Ms. Oakes said she is focused on continuing to strengthen relationships with the medical staff, employees and the communities served by Mon Health System. "I feel confident with your support that together we can successfully navigate the complex and mul...

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• 2/7/2018
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Vandalia Health’s Mon Health Medical Center has been named one of the best hospitals in the United States and West Virginia by Newsweek in their America’s Best-In-State Hospitals 2025 ranking. This honor places Mon Health among the top 700 hospitals in the nation and highlights its commitment to high-quality healthcare. “This award is a reflection of our commitment to providing the highest quality care to our communities,” said Krystal Atkinson, Chief Administrative Officer and Chief Nursing Officer of ...

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• 10/29/2024
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College Basketball Hall of Fame Coach Bob Huggins presented a check of $380,000 in support of cancer care services to Mon Health Cancer Center on Thursday, August 22.  In February 2024, Huggins announced that the funds of the Norma Mae Huggins Cancer Endowment Fund, established by Huggins and his family in his mother’s name to support cancer care and research across West Virginia, would be directed to Vandalia Health. Vandalia Health, comprised of CAMC Health System, Davis Health System and Mon Hea...

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• 8/22/2024
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Mon Health System is pleased to announce that Danin Cather, Elizabeth Carpenter, and Lotoya Henry-Ojugbana have been awarded the Generation Next: 40 Under 40 Award. The award recognizes young professionals throughout West Virginia aged 40 or younger that are succeeding in their organizations and making a difference in their community. Winners are named as the next group of leaders who will guide West Virginia toward a successful future. To achieve such an accomplishment, each nominee has demonstrated ou...

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• 6/24/2024
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Transitioning from familiarity to life somewhere new can come with challenges, however, The Suites at Heritage Point ensures the best for its residents taking the step to move into the luxury assisted living facility.  Dorothy Pavel moved from her home in Carmichaels, Pennsylvania and began her life at The Suites in October 2023. Pavel was ill and needed to move somewhere that she’d be taken care of and have a smooth transition. Her children searched many different facilities, but were captivated b...

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• 6/17/2024
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Mon Health System honors organ donors and recipients alongside the Center for Organ Recovery & Education (CORE) through flag raising ceremonies at each hospital. Nationally, more than 100,000 people are waiting for an organ transplant, including 2,500 people in western Pennsylvania and West Virginia. At least 20 will die each day without receiving the transplant they so desperately need. Someone is added to the transplant waiting list every 10 minutes. Mon Health System is pleased to join CORE to ra...

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• 4/24/2024
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Mon Health System celebrated Spirit Week to support local United Ways of Monongalia, Preston, Marion, Lewis, Upshur, and Gilmer Counties. Throughout the week, employees participated in themed days, dressing up in favorite sports team gear, tropical beachwear, Barbie and Ken costumes, and more to get into the giving spirit. Thursday, November 16 was the system’s official Day of Giving. Seven prize drawings were held throughout the day and winners received a range of prizes from gift cards to free PTO. At...

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• 11/28/2023
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Mon Health Stonewall Jackson Memorial Hospital Wellness Committee and Pace Yourself Lewis County begins its 5K racing season on Thanksgiving Day, November 23, with the Annual Gobble Gallop.  The 5K Walk/Run will begin at 9AM at WVU Jackson’s Mill in Weston at the Mount Vernon Dining Hall. Registration is $5 and can be completed at webscorer.com/register?raceid=326383 . The 5K race series is made up of eight races organized by Pace Yourself Lewis County. Each race has an individual sign-up link and ...

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• 11/13/2023
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Dr. Robert Snuffer , Emergency Room and Trauma Director at Mon Health Stonewall Jackson Memorial Hospital and Medical Director for the Gilmer/Lewis/Upshur counties Emergency Medical Squads, has donated trauma response kits to local organizations that could save more than 200 people. Dr. Snuffer began collecting materials to create the trauma response kits last fall. His goal was to ensure that first responders would be able to stop major bleeds on the scene of an emergency rather than waiting until they...

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• 7/25/2023
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Mon Health System and Intermed Labs at Mon Health have been awarded a grant of $100,000 from the Benedum Foundation to provide cutting-edge, AI-based finger prosthetics from Fingy3D to the people of West Virginia. The Claude Worthington Benedum Foundation serves WV and southwestern PA to encourage human development through strategically placed charitable resources. Grants are made to support specific initiatives in education, economic development, health and human services, and community development. Fin...

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• 3/27/2023
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Three Mon Health System hospitals have earned national recognition for efforts to increase organ, eye, and tissue donor registrations across the state through the Workplace Partnership for Life (WPFL) Hospital Organ Donation Campaign.  During an event at Stonewall Resort on September 9, Mon Health Medical Center, Mon Health Preston Memorial Hospital, and Mon Health Stonewall Jackson Memorial Hospital all received the Titanium award, the highest an organization can achieve.  “The WPFL is a vital...

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• 9/29/2022
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Beginning January 17, patients at Grafton City Hospital will have access to advanced cardiovascular care thanks to a new partnership with Mon Health Heart and Vascular. “With Grafton City Hospital’s main focus on enhancing patient care availability within Taylor County and surrounding areas, this Cardiology specialty clinic allows residents more choices and convenience of obtaining medical services in their local community,” said George Boyles, Interim President and Chief Administration Officer at Graft...

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• 1/17/2020
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A formal agreement has been signed by Monongalia Health System, Inc. (Mon Health System) and WVU Hospitals to combine the assets of Monongalia Emergency Medical Services (Mon EMS) and HealthTeam Critical Care Transport, establishing a single countywide emergency medical system to better serve the needs of Monongalia and Preston county residents. Under the terms of the agreement, HealthTeam’s operations in Monongalia County will be transferred to Mon EMS. After the two operations are combined, Mon EMS wi...

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• 5/29/2019
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As the healthcare industry continues to evolve and face new challenges, women are playing an increasingly critical role in shaping its future. During Women’s History Month and year-round, Mon Health System celebrates the trailblazing women who lead the organization in driving innovation and improving patient outcomes. The majority of Mon Health System’s leadership roles are maintained by women. Each of these women help empower a wide range of individuals, from employees, physicians, and nurses, to becom...

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• 3/20/2024
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On March 6, 2021, Mildred Fizer, resident at The Village at Heritage Point, will celebrate her 100th birthday. Mildred was born on March 6, 1921, in Culloden, West Virginia. After graduating high school, she attended Marshall College, now Marshall University, for her Education and Extension Administration degree. Upon graduating, she taught in a one-room schoolhouse in Cabell County for several years.  Mildred was a member of 4-H, America's largest youth development organization that aims to help y...

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• 3/3/2021
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  When Nile Peaytt's car broke down on the way to work, he did not expect his colleagues at Mon Health Medical Center to go above and beyond to support him during his time of need. Because of the Colleague Support Fund at Mon Health, Nile did not have to worry about how he was going to get to and from work or how he was going to pay for it all. Nile was raised in Fairmont, WV before moving to Nashville, TN. He worked on the security team for the Tennessee Titans as a bodyguard for 20 years and spent...

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• 2/17/2021
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Mon Health Medical Center will hold its 2018 HealthFair Friday, Feb. 23, 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday, Feb. 24, 7 a.m. to 2 p.m., in the Morgantown Mall. HealthFair offers free and low-cost screenings, health information, special events and demonstrations from more than 40 local medical organizations. This year Mon Health Medical Center will off low-cost multiphasic blood analysis screenings from 6:30-11 a.m. The cost is $30 for the multiphasic screening, $15 for Prostate Specific Antigen (PSA) and $15...

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• 1/11/2018
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Mon Health Medical Center and Acuity Healthcare are pleased to announce the West Virginia Health Care Authority has approved the application for a Certificate of Need (CON) to develop a 25 bed long-term acute care hospital (LTACH) to be located on the 4th floor of Mon Health Medical Center in Morgantown. The LTACH will provide specialty care to critically ill and medically complex patients. In February 2019, Mon Health Medical Center partnered with Acuity Healthcare to establish long-term acute care hosp...

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• 6/4/2019
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The 57th Annual Mon Health Medical Center Auxiliary's Ball of the Year fundraising event will be held on Saturday, Nov. 16 at the Morgantown Event Center at the Marriott Morgantown Waterfront Place. Cocktail hour begins at 6 p.m., and it is followed by dinner and dancing. The Ball of the Year is one of the Auxiliary's largest fundraising initiatives. In fact, the 2018 event raised nearly $150,000 for new medical equipment for the hospital's respiratory/pulmonary care department. Danica Rubenstein, this y...

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• 5/2/2019
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Mon Health EMS has partnered with public schools in Monongalia and Preston counties to offer training for its Stop the Bleed initiative. Stop the Bleed is a nationwide program of the American College of Surgeons, the Committee on Trauma, the Committee on Tactical Combat Casualty Care, the National Association of Emergency Medical Technicians and the Hartford Consensus with the purpose of training the public to provide a vital initial response to stop uncontrolled bleeding in emergency situations. The pro...

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• 10/19/2018
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