December 21, 2022
FORT ATKINSON – On Tuesday, December 6th, community members celebrated the 2022 Tree Lighting Ceremony at the Fort Memorial Hospital. The trees were covered in white lights to celebrate loved ones who have passed and colored lights to honor someone special. By charging $2.00 per light, the Love Light Tree has been raising money since […]
November 30, 2022
For years, Fort HealthCare’s Mammogram Voucher program has been helping women between the ages of 40-49 who are uninsured or whose health insurance does not cover the cost of a mammogram. Recently, Fort HealthCare recognized Breast Cancer Awareness month by hosting multiple walk-in mammogram screening events. From the walk-in events alone, 21 vouchers were used […]
November 16, 2022
Fort HealthCare (FHC) Board of Directors announced today that Michael Anderson, MD, will transition to Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and President in January 2023. Mary Behling, chair of the Fort HealthCare Board of Directors, stated “We’re excited about the talent and perspective that Dr. Anderson brings to Fort HealthCare in his new role as CEO. […]
November 15, 2022
Fort HealthCare is offering scholarships totaling over $25,000 for the 2023-24 academic year to students pursuing careers in healthcare. Scholarships are being offered by the Fort HealthCare Partners, Fort HealthCare Medical Staff and Fort Memorial Hospital Foundation. Students interested in applying can complete an application online. Applications can be submitted beginning December 5, 2022. Applications […]
November 2, 2022
For 38 years, the response from individuals, organizations, clubs, and businesses have made the Fort HealthCare Partners Love Lights Tree project a successful annual event, exemplifying the spirit of giving. The Love Lights Tree project began in 1985. It is a heart-felt way to acknowledge loved ones and those who have passed away. By charging […]
October 29, 2022
Fort HealthCare’s annual Slimdown Challenge begins Tuesday, November 15th, with pre-registration beginning on Tuesday November 1st. More details about the event can be found on the challenge’s website: FortHealthCare.com/Slimdown. This community challenge is free and anyone at least 18 years old can participate. Fort HealthCare Community Health Community Programming Coordinator, Traci Wilson, states, “The goal […]
September 15, 2022
Fort HealthCare is pleased to announce multiple walk-in events for screening mammograms in the month of October. Mammo Mondays will take place every Monday in October from 4:00 PM until 7:00 PM. Screening Saturdays will take place on October 22nd and 29th from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM. Beauty and The Bean coffee camper will […]
August 16, 2022
Fort HealthCare is proud to announce they have once again received certification of its cardiovascular rehabilitation program by the American Association of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation (AACVPR). This certification is recognition of Fort HealthCare’s commitment to improving the quality of life of patients by enhancing standards of care. Cardiovascular rehabilitation programs are designed to help […]
August 12, 2022
Fort HealthCare (FHC) Orthopaedics is honored to receive a High-Performing rating from U.S. News & News & World Report. Over 6,000 hospitals were evaluated, and only 694 received a High-Performing rating in this category. The rating is compiled by various quality indicators, such as patient experience, survival, board certified physicians, and more. Fort HealthCare received […]
August 5, 2022
Fort HealthCare is proud to share that Fort Memorial Hospital, Fort Atkinson, WI was named one of only 429 hospitals in the country to achieve an overall 5-Star rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) in the 2022 Overall Hospital Quality Star Ratings. The more stars earned, the better a hospital performed […]