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CRH wins national award for mobile communications

CRH receives national cardiology performance award

The Heart & Vascular Center at Columbus Regional Hospital recently received a national award from the American College of Cardiology.

Introducing Columbus Regional Health

Main entrance to close

Due to flood wall construction, the main entrance of the hospital will be closed from Monday, November 7, through Sunday, November 13.

CRH opens Innovation Center and Simulation Lab

Columbus Regional Hospital named among top 3 percent of U.S. hospitals

Columbus Regional Hospital has been named among the top 3 percent of U.S. hospitals. CRH was named to the HealthStrong(TM) Top 100 Hospitals in the nation list, which identifies the hospitals best prepared for success under healthcare reform. CRH was one of only four Indiana hospitals to make the list.

Columbus Regional Hospital named among top 3 percent of U.S. hospitals

Columbus Regional Hospital has been named among the top 3 percent of U.S. hospitals. CRH was named to the HealthStrong(TM) Top 100 Hospitals in the nation list, which identifies the hospitals best prepared for success under healthcare reform. CRH was one of only four Indiana hospitals to make the list.

Hospital Foundation fundraiser to benefit area clinic

Each year Columbus Regional Hospital Foundation holds a gala to benefit the Volunteers in Medicine Clinic. This year's event, “Once in a Lifetime,” is scheduled for Friday, November 11, at Holiday Inn.

Hospital to host annual Rehabilitation Awards

Columbus Regional Hospital will host its annual Rehabilitation Awards Ceremony at noon on Thursday, September 29, in the hospital’s Kroot Auditorium.

CRH Diabetes Services named accredited diabetes education program

Columbus Regional Hospital’s Outpatient Diabetes Services was recently named an accredited diabetes education program by the American Association of Diabetes Educators.

Columbus Regional Hospital dedicates fountain and sculpture

Columbus Regional Hospital recently dedicated a new fountain and sculpture Friday in commemoration of the June 2008 flood which also adds to the hospital’s healing environment features.

Columbus Regional Hospital named fifth Most Beautiful Hospital in America

Columbus Regional Hospital was recently named the fifth Most Beautiful Hospital in America.

Cancer Center earns national accreditation

The Columbus Regional Hospital Cancer Center recently earned accreditation with commendation from the Commission on Cancer of the American College of Surgeons.

CRH Foundation announces Borczon Memorial Scholarship recipients

Columbus Regional Hospital Foundation recently announced the recipients of the 2011 Robert Borczon Memorial Scholarship. The 2011 recipients are: Robin Cartwright, Tina Johnson, Brandey Kendall and Nichole Patrick.

Columbus Regional Hospital named one of the Most Beautiful Hospitals in America

Nurses earn Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner certifications

Eight Columbus Regional Hospital Emergency Department Nurses have passed the Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner Adult Certification Examination.

CRH cafeteria offers healthy option

The Columbus Regional Hospital Cafeteria now offers a daily healthy meal option at a reduced price. The Healthy Meal will be served Monday through Friday for lunch and dinner at a cost of $4.49, or $3.59 for hospital employees.

Columbus Regional Hospital named one of the best hospitals in the nation

Columbus Regional Hospital has been named one of the best hospitals in the nation in providing care that is effective, safe and patient centered. CRH was named to Thomson Reuters' 100 Top Hospitals Award list for exceptional organization performance. The 100 Top Hospital award identifies the highest performing acute care hospitals in the nation. CRH is one of only six Indiana hospitals to make the list.

The healing power of oxygen

Columbus Regional Hospital's Wound Center began offering hyperbaric oxygen (HBO) as a treatment for chronic and non-healing wounds in February. Six patients currently receive HBO treatments every day in the center's two HBO chambers.

Hospital opens Wellness Center

Columbus Regional Hospital's Wellness Center recently opened in the new Mill Race Center. The Wellness Center includes an innovative fitness facility with internationally top rated, age-friendly cardio and strength equipment. The Center offers group health education, health screenings, support groups, and more. A certified fitness instructor will be in the facility at all times to work with members to develop a fitness plan based upon goals and a personal fitness evaluation.

Columbus Regional Hospital named one of Indiana's best places to work

Columbus Regional Hospital has been named one of the best places to work in Indiana for the sixth consecutive year. The "Best Places to Work in Indiana" program is sponsored by the Indiana Chamber of Commerce.

Hospital opens expanded Wound Center

Columbus Regional Hospital recently opened its expanded Wound Center. The Wound Center previously provided wound care and now also provides Hyperbaric Oxygen Medicine for chronic and non-healing wounds.

Dr. Jason May named Chief of Staff

Jason May, MD, was recently named Columbus Regional Hospital chief of staff. Nominated by his peers and voted into office by the active medical staff, Dr. May will serve a two-year term.

Nurses earn Certified Breast Care Nurse certifications

Columbus Regional Hospital Breast Health Center Nurses Deana Tuell and Beth Staker have passed the Certified Breast Care Nurse Examination.

Hospital welcomes new physician

James Schmidt, M.D., has joined the medical staff at Columbus Regional Hospital. He specializes in interventional cardiology and is with Indiana Heart Physicians – Columbus.

Stroke Center receives national award