News & Community Archives

All Posts in Category: News & Community

Dr. Nickerson earns Dr. James Bush Excellence in Telehealth Award

The Wyoming Office of Rural Health recently

Dr. Turnbough joins SMH Rheumatology Clinic

There’s something special about Wyoming. That’s why Dr. Abigail Turnbough knew she would return to

Driving assessments now available at SMH

Driving assessments now available at SMH. Listen to what Kristopher Schamber, MD,

Environmental Services (EVS) Steps Up for COVID-19 Pandemic

SMH Environmental Services

Experience made possible by volunteers

Your husband’s surgery is scheduled for 7 a.m., check-in at 5:45 a.m. Pre-op is complete and your

Fall Prevention is Key in Trauma Program

By Erica Ridgeway, BSN, RN – Sheridan Memorial Hospital Trauma Program Coordinator Sheridan Memorial Hospital’s Trauma Program reviews cases for patients who have suffered a trauma of any kind. Along with this, we review and develop policies and protocols to...

February: American Heart Month – Check Your Blood Pressure

Did you know that nearly 1 in 2 Americans have high blood pressure and many people don’t even know they have it? That’s because there are often

Following Up With Tom McClain – Cardiopulmonary Rehab Patient

Each year in February, we celebrate National Cardiac Rehabilitation Week to draw attention to the role of cardiac rehab in reducing the

For moms, it takes a village

When I arrived in Sheridan in January 2023, I quickly started seeing patients as a primary care physician. Fairly early on, I had several moms come into the

Foundation Board of Directors Elects New Officers for 2019

New Board President: Kristi Von Krosigk August 15, 2019 The Sheridan Memorial Hospital Foundation Board of Directors is pleased to announce its new officers and returning board members for the coming year, which began on July 1. According to Chief...

Foundation Hosts 2021 Virtual Link – Partners in Pink Run/Walk to Benefit Welch Cancer Center

The Sheridan Memorial Hospital Foundation looks forward to its 13th Annual Link – Partners in Pink

Foundation Hosts Successful 2021 Golf Tournament

On Friday, July 2, over 100 golfers and hospital volunteers gathered at The Powder Horn Golf Club to raise awareness and funds for patient

Foundation Hosts Successful 2022 Golf Tournament

On Friday, July 1, over 120 golfers and hospital volunteers gathered at The Powder Horn Golf Club to raise awareness and funds for patient

Free Financial Services Available at Your Hospital

August 2019 Medical bills don’t have to be scary. At Sheridan Memorial Hospital (SMH), our Patient Financial Advocates are available to help patients plan for current or upcoming medical expenses and gain access to financial assistance for various expenditures from...

From Housekeeping to Registered Nurse

How does a bachelor’s degree in Fisheries Biology end up landing you a job in the housekeeping department of your local hospital and ultimately

From SMH Employees to Dedicated Volunteers

Many of our volunteers were very involved and well known as staff members before becoming SMH volunteers. They then want to stay active and involved with coworkers who have essentially become a staple or part of their lives. People become...

Funds Available to Help With Cost of Cancer Screenings

Sometimes it can seem overwhelming when it comes to your own personal healthcare. But there are resources out there to help those in need.

Geraldine & Larry’s Story

If anyone can compare cancer services in Sheridan, Wyoming years ago to what is available today, it is Geraldine and

Get to know Mike McCafferty, CEO, and listen to what he shares about SMH Growing for You

Get to know Mike McCafferty, CEO, and listen

GIRL SCOUTS DONATE COOKIES TO HEALTHCARE WORKERS

Billings, MT.—April 22, 2020—Girl Scouts of Montana and Wyoming (GSMW) donated Girl Scout Cookies to Sheridan Memorial Hospital on April 23rd in an effort to provide a bright spot in the lives of healthcare workers during this pandemic. Location: Sheridan...

Give The Gift Of Peace Of Mind

If you could provide comfort to your loved ones in a time of pain or sadness, would you? Making decisions about your own health care and medical

Giving Back, Community Focus Lead to Fellowship Accolades

Giving back to the community in which you live can be very rewarding. For those who have done it, you know how it feels and what it means to give of your time and talents. Dr. Kristopher Schamber says, “I...

Growing for You project moves into next phase

Earlier this year, Sheridan Memorial Hospital kicked off the construction work planned as part of its

Gun Safety Info & Tips

With hunting season upon us, the Trauma Team at Sheridan Memorial Hospital provides these tips for Gun Safety.

Halloween Safety Drive Through Event

Kids – have your parents bring you to this pre-Halloween Safety Drive-Through. Representatives from the Sheridan Memorial Hospital Trauma Program, Safe Kids and Sheridan College Nursing students will be passing out all kinds of goodies, including Trick-or-Treat bags, Halloween Masks,...

Handmade Quilts Bring Little Patients Joy at Christmas Time

On December 20, 2021, Sheridan Memorial Hospital received a special Christmas delivery of handmade quilts from Love in Stitches, a local

Handwashing for health

School has begun and for many families that means the threat of illness has returned. The simplest way to limit your exposure to all

Healing Through Kindness and Care in TCU

Vera Olson was suffering from more than illness when first admitted into the Transitional Care Unit

Health Talk Lunch & Learn: Women and Cardiovascular Disease

February is American Heart Month and there’s no better time to learn about women’s heart health. Heart Disease is the number one killer of women causing more deaths than cancer, including breast cancer. Heart Disease is on the rise in...

Health Tips for Dad – Happy Father’s Day from SMH!

If you have a dad, know a dad or are a dad… this is important. With Father’s Day coming up this Sunday, it is the perfect time to celebrate Dad. Now we all know the stereotype that men don’t like...

Healthcare by Video

by Melanie Aksamit, Process Improvement Coordinator, and Kristopher Schamber, MD – both of Sheridan Memorial Hospital’s Internal Medicine Practice. Tele-health. Tele-medicine. Zoom. These are terms that have been thrown around frequently in the last few months. Chances are you have...

Healthy Gut

Today we will be talking about gut health. The gut, or gastrointestinal (G.I.) tract, generally refers to the stomach, through the small and

Heart Failure – A Little Bit of Prevention Goes a Long Way

As we approach World Heart Day, September 29, a day created to spread awareness about

Heart Warming Messages About Our Nurses

Some of life’s biggest moments are spent with a nurse. National Nurses Week provides the perfect opportunities to celebrate the nurses who care for us, our friends and our families.

Heartfelt Thanks

National Nurses Week is May 6-12, with the American Nurses Association recognizing and honoring nurses across the United States. Nurses

Helmets distributed at Third Thursday recalled by manufacturer

The Consumer Product Safety Commission recently issued a notice of recall of Bell Sports Youth Bicycle

Helmsley Charitable Trust Grants $2.5 Million To Help Sheridan Memorial Hospital Bring Innovative Behavioral Health Model To Wyoming

The Leona M. and Harry B. Helmsley Charitable

Helmsley Charitable Trust grants $675,676 for ultrasound equipment

The Leona M. and Harry B. Helmsley Charitable Trust has granted $675,676 to The Sheridan Memorial

High Sugar Diet & Memory Decline

By Megan Sexton, RND Which came first: the junk food or the memory decline? This question is being investigated currently by researchers and has revealed a strong correlation between a diet high in sugar and saturated fat with decreased memory...

Holiday Happenings with The SMH Auxiliary

We look forward to sharing in another year of traditions and memory making with all of you

Honoring Certified Nursing Assistants

Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) provide intimate, hands-on healthcare to patients. A day in the life of a CNA might include taking patients temperature, blood pressure, and other vital signs,

Honoring Certified Nursing Assistants

National Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) week is June 14-20, 2023. This week is a way to honor those who work in this demanding

Hospital can help with Insurance Marketplace Enrollment

Health Insurance Marketplace® Open Enrollment Runs Through January 2023

Shopping for health insurance can be confusing and cumbersome.

Hospital Employees Give Back to the Community

Each year, Sheridan Memorial Hospital (SMH) employees find ways to give back to the

Hospital Employees Give Back to the Community

Each year, Sheridan Memorial Hospital employees find ways to give back to the community.

Beyond

Hospital Employees Give Back to the Community

Each year, Sheridan Memorial Hospital (SMH) employees find ways to give back to the community; 2020 was no different… um, wait, yes

Hospital Foundation Announces its 2023 Board Members

The Sheridan Memorial Hospital Foundation staff and Board of Directors are excited to announce

Hospital Foundation Announces Leadership and Board Developments for 2020

The Sheridan Memorial Hospital Foundation Board of Directors is pleased to announce its new officers and returning board members for the coming year, which began July 1, 2020. According to Chief Development Officer Cody Sinclair, “we are excited to have...