Fort HealthCare Earns National Recognition; Proving Big Care Can Come from a Small Community
Friday, April 10, 2026
Fort Atkinson, Wisconsin — [April 10, 2026] — In a healthcare landscape often dominated by large systems and national brands, Fort HealthCare is proving something a little different, exceptional care doesn’t have to take place in a big city.
The organization has been named a Top Workplaces 2026 national award winner by USA Today for the 6th time, based entirely on feedback from its own employees. For a community-based hospital serving Jefferson County and surrounding communities, the recognition places Fort HealthCare alongside some of the largest and most well-known organizations in the country.
The organization offers a wide range of advanced services, from specialty clinics and ambulatory surgery to a birthing center, cardiac rehabilitation, and emergency care.
Fort HealthCare has built its reputation on connection with employees, patients and the community. Combining these attributes gives employees a shared sense of purpose that is reflected in their company culture.
That sense of purpose shows up in the data behind the award. The confidential survey measures what matters most to employees: feeling respected, supported, and empowered in their work.
At Fort HealthCare, those values are more than workplace goals; they’re part of the shared mission of creating the healthiest community in Wisconsin.
“This recognition means so much because it comes directly from our team,” said Michael Anderson, MD, President and CEO of Fort HealthCare. “At Fort HealthCare, we believe that when people feel supported and connected, they’re able to provide the kind of care our communities deserve. I’m incredibly grateful for the culture our team has created and the way they show up for each other and our patients every day.”
For leadership, the award is less about recognition and more about reflection.
“This honor belongs to our team,” Anderson said. “Their dedication, compassion, and commitment to our community are what make Fort HealthCare special.”