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Inside DCMH
DCMH Celebrating 90 Years of Caring
January 06, 2012
Turning 90 is reason for anyone to celebrate but even more appropriate when you’ve been providing service to the community for nine decades without interruption for 24 hours-a-day, seven-days-a-week. According to David Fry, Director of Community Relations at Decatur County Memorial Hospital, (DCMH) the Hospital will celebrate its 90th birthday in February and throughout 2012 in multiple ways, the first of which was the publication of the calendar inserted in the Greensburg Daily News and the Batesville Herald Tribune.
“Our calendar, ‘Ninety Years of Caring – Then & Now’ was the first component of this year’s celebration of the achievements of our Hospital,” Fry said. “The calendar visually showcased technological advancements over the years but also highlighted the growth in service to the community.”
Despite the slate of activities planned, Fry stated the Hospital is still seeking input for ideas related to the celebration. “Since we are the community’s Hospital we’re encouraging input on activities and events to be offered. Previous appeals for ideas have been made through Facebook and now we’ve established a dedicated web page at www.dcmh.net/90 where we will keep the public informed of upcoming events and share special photos and stories. Fry said the page will be evolving and residents will be able to visit the page to complete a form with their favorite DCMH story. The results may be used in upcoming advertising and promotion provided the author agrees.”
Decatur County Memorial Hospital opened its doors on February 4, 1922, as a Memorial to those who served in World War I............
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Oncology Receives Commendation
December 06, 2011
Only 25% of the hospitals in the United States and Puerto Rico achieve accreditation from the Commission on Cancer of the American College of Surgeons. This elite group includes the Oncology Department and Cancer Care Program at Decatur County Memorial Hospital (DCMH) which was recently granted a three-year accreditation with commendation by the Commission on Cancer.
This special accreditation was received following an onsite evaluation by a physician surveyor, during which DCMH demonstrated a commendation level of compliance with one or more standards that represent the full scope of the cancer program. This includes cancer committee leadership, cancer data management, clinical services, research, community outreach and quality improvement. In addition, DCMH received a compliance rating for all other standards.
Commission on Cancer (CoC) is a consortium of professional organizations dedicated to improving survival and quality of life for cancer patients through standard-setting, prevention, research, education and the monitoring of comprehensive care. Its membership includes Fellows of the American College of Surgeons and 42 national organizations that reflect the full spectrum of cancer care.
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DCMH Part of Elite Top 20
November 17, 2011
Greensburg and Decatur County can now boast of being home to one of the Top 20 Critical Access Hospitals in the country. Decatur County Memorial Hospital was recently named to the prestigious Top 20 list, further clarifying its earlier notification of Top 100 status.
The Top 20 Critical Access Hospitals, including Decatur County Memorial Hospital (DCMH), scored best among critical access hospitals (CAHs) on the iVantage Health Analytics’ Hospital Strength Index™. In the first-ever comprehensive rating of CAHs, one of the results categories recognized the Top 20 Critical Access Hospitals that are the safety net to communities across America – measuring them across 56 different performance metrics, including quality, outcomes, patient perspectives, affordability and efficiency. More information regarding the index can be found at www.HospitalStrengthIndex.com.
“We have an excellent staff and capable physicians who have enabled us to receive this recognition,” stated Linda Simmons, DCMH President & CEO. “Being one of the elite, Top 20 Critical Access Hospitals in the Country is something of which our entire community can be proud. The comprehensive nature of the ranking only adds to our satisfaction. “ read more ... |
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Spirit of Women
Decatur County Memorial Hospital is a member of Spirit of Women, a network of more than 150 premier hospitals and health systems throughout the United Stated dedicated to advancing the cause of women's health.
This exciting program promotes Decatur County Memorial Hospital as the regional leader in women's health education and community outreach.
Spirit of Women is a national movement for women's wellness led by local leading hospitals such as Decatur County Memorial Hospital and supported by corporate partners and national media with the mission to motivate women and their families to make positive changes in their lives by emphasizing their total well being.
Spirit of Women at Decatur County Memorial Hospital has plenty of exciting events coming up!
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Gala Event Coming Soon!
The popular spring gala event is slated for Friday, April 13, at the New Commons in Columbus with a theme of "A Magical Masquerade."
The black-tie optional event is always the social gathering of the season. It also supports the important work of Decatur County Memorial Hospital.
If you can't attend there are mulitple ways to support the event and the work of our Hospital. For more information on sponsorships, ads and the fun new "Mardi Draw" activity visit the link below.
http://www.dcmh.net/Gala
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Annual Appeal Wrapping Up
The Hospital Foundation conducts its annual appeal each December-Jaunuary to support the important work of Decatur County Memorial Hospital.
If you'd like to support the effort with an online gift please click the online contribution link.
Online Contributions
You may also mail a contribution to the following address:
Hospital Foundation
of Decatur County
720 N. Lincoln St.
Greensburg, IN 47240
Gifts are accepted throughout the year. For more information vist the Hospital Foundation webpage:
www.dcmh.net/foundation
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Cookbook Fundraiser!!
The cookbooks are still for sale and fantastic gifts any time of year! The Hospital Foundation published the community's first full color, hardback cookbook with dust jacket! The book consists of nearly 300 recipes from physicians, volunteers and staff at Decatur County Memorial Hospital. It's available in the Hospital Gift Shop, online and at other locations! For more information click below!
www.dcmh.net/cookbook
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