Community News
The latest healthcare information and the current events happening at Decatur County Memorial Hospital.
Decatur County Memorial Hospital Welcomes Belarmino T. Frogozo, MD
Decatur County Memorial Hospital (DCMH) is pleased to announce the addition of Belarmino T. Frogozo, MD, a wound care specialist and board-certified Plastic Surgeon and Active Life Member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, to the DCMH Wound Clinic. With...
April 2026 Rehabilitation Services Patient of the Month
Kathleen Morton is the April 2026 Rehabilitation Services Patient of the Month. She was nominated by her physical therapist, Holly Koors. Kathleen received physical therapy after having a rotator cuff repair surgery. She arrived to therapy each day with a smile on her...
Hospital Foundation Funds 10 New Transport Chairs to Enhance Patient Care
The Hospital Foundation of Decatur County (Foundation) is proud to announce the introduction of 10 new patient care chairs from Stryker Corporation for Decatur County Memorial Hospital (DCMH). This investment reflects the Foundation’s continued commitment to improving...
When You Should See a Podiatrist/ Foot & Ankle Doctor
When you experience issues with your foot, ankle, or both, it can be troubling, causing pain when standing or walking. You don’t have to face these issues alone. A podiatrist or foot and ankle surgeon sees patients experiencing foot and lower leg conditions, diagnosing and treating issues such as sprains and fractures, nail diseases, plantar fasciitis, diabetic neuropathy, and more.
Easier Access to Care: DCMH Refreshes Patient Portal and Expands Self-Scheduling Options
Access to care is one of the most important parts of maintaining health. From scheduling appointments to reviewing test results, patients rely on convenient, easy-to-use tools to stay connected to their care. At Decatur County Memorial Hospital (DCMH), a refreshed...
Seeing Progress in Real Time: Advanced Speech Therapy at DCMH
When speech disorders affect communication, specialized therapy can make a meaningful difference. At Decatur County Memorial Hospital (DCMH), rehabilitation specialists combine clinical expertise with advanced tools to help patients better understand how their bodies...
March 2026 Rehabilitation Services Patient of the Month
Daniel (Dan) Helms is the March 2026 Rehabilitation Services Patient of the Month. He was nominated by his team of therapists: Heather Riga (Speech Therapy), Ladine Lipinski (Occupational Therapy), Carly Evers (Occupational Therapy), and Emily Schmid (Physical...
5 Things to Know About Colorectal Cancer
Colorectal Cancer (CRC), including cancers of the colon and rectum, is one of the most common cancers impacting both men and women. Continue reading to learn more about the symptoms, risk factors, screening options, and prevention of CRC.
