Auxiliary |
 05-20-2010
Auxiliary Shoe Sale
Two Days! May 20 and 21. Located in the auditorium. May 20, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., May 21, 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. Read More »
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Classes |
05-27-2010
CPR Classes
This class will be geared for those who need healthcare provider CPR for employment in the medical field, college course work, nursing school, etc. Read More » |
01-12-2010
Stress Busters
Join us for stress reduction and relaxation. Read More » |
01-12-2010
Blueprints of the Heart
It's never too late to reduce your risk of heart diseast. Attend these four classes to a healthier you! Read More » |
Community Benefits |
 11-06-2009
Community Outreach Programs Serve the Community
The hospital continues to strengthen the community by providing health education and wellness programs. These health education and wellness events were provided to more than 1,500 individuals. Read More »
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Customer Service |
07-27-2009
Room Service at St. Francis Hospital
Hungry? Order What You Want – When You Want it! Hospital food is getting an extreme makeover at St. Francis Hospital with the launching of patient room service. Read More » |
Donations |
 04-30-2008
News From the Hospital Sisters Mission Outreach
A donated C-Arm finds a home in the Philippines. As we work to bring hope to those who suffer, we frequently receive requests from around the world for medical equipment and supplies that sometimes are not in our inventory. Fortunately we have an outstanding team of donors we can call upon when we are in need. Read More »
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 01-16-2008
Hospital Sisters in Muenster, Germany
Sister Sherrey Murphy, General Superior of the Hospital Sisters of St. Francis, announced the launch of the newly designed Generalate website. The Generalate and the international motherhouse of the Hospital Sisters of St. Francis is located in Muenster, Germany. Read More »
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12-19-2007
Dietary Department Collects 553 Pounds of Food for Food Pantry
The St. Francis Hospital Dietary Department recently sponsored a food drive. Read More » |
 11-16-2007
Donation to Coats for Kids
By simply collecting their loose change, the Dietary staff at St. Francis Hospital was able to donate $100 to the local "Coats for Kids" project. Read More »
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 08-30-2007
We Stuffed the Bus!
St. Francis Hospital employees are shown with the hundreds of items collected during the Nursing Service "Stuff The Bus" program. Read More »
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08-30-2007
St. Francis Hospital Donates to Big Brother Big Sister
Departments at St. Francis Hospital are donating a variety of items to Big Brother Big Sister school base division. Read More » |
Health Screening |
 03-26-2010
Health Expo
Special Health Expo held two days during April. Health information, health screenings such as total cholesterol, HDL, LDL, glucose, triglycerides; blood pressure; colon cancer; iron levels; prostate ancer; bone density and more. Read More »
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03-16-2010
FREE Drive-Through Colorectal Cancer Screening
St. Francis Hospital and the Montgomery County Health Department are co-sponsoring a drive-through event in Litchfield on Monday, March 29 at the Montgomery County Health Department location at 317 West Union Avenue. Participants can drive up in the convenience of their vehicles to pick up a free screening kit anytime between 11 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. Read More » |
Hospital Sisters |
 10-31-2008
Sister Leola Brown
Share Our Story... Franciscan Sisters at Springfield. Keeping busy is a theme that runs throughout Sister Leola Brown’s life for in doing so, she knows that she is doing the will of God. At age 14, she left her family of nine and her home near Farmersville, IL, to enroll in St. Francis Convent High School, Springfield. After two years of being inspired by the Sisters’ example, she knew this was where she belonged. Read More »
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07-11-2008
Mission Outreach Touching Lives
The photos are proof that we can change the quality of care by delivering assistance to those who provide that care. Read More » |
 05-01-2008
Four Sisters will celebrate their 75th Jubilee
For the Hospital Sisters of St. Francis, 1933 marked the First Profession of Vows for our four Sisters featured in this story. They, along with 30 other Sisters who have gone on before them, knelt before the Bishop and dedicated their lives to the service of God and professed the vows of poverty, obedience, and celibate chastity. Read More »
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 02-06-2008
Ash Wednesday
Entering into this Lenten journey is a reminder of Jesus’ 40 days in the desert. It is a special time of grace that presents opportunities for us to deepen our knowledge of Jesus’ love and His desire to save us. As we walk with Jesus through these days, we will grow in a deeper awareness of His love and of His suffering – not only His physical suffering but also His inner suffering of betrayal, denial, and abandonment by those who were close to Him. Read More »
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 09-19-2007
Associates share the Franciscan way of life
Celebrating 20th anniversary of relationships with Franciscan Sisters Read More »
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New Hospital Services |
 08-09-2010
AthletiCare
After serving patients in the Montgomery/Macoupin counties for twelve years, AthletiCare is now bringing its sports medicine and performance program to Litchfield High School (LHS) students. In a partnership with the high school, AthletiCare trainers and staff will be providing training, prevention and rehabilitation services. Read More »
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 08-30-2007
New Patient Registration & Surgery Family Waiting Area Open
Now open for non-emergency patient registration. Patients needing non-emergency tests and those with scheduled outpatient exams may now register in St. Francis Hospital's new registration area. Read More »
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08-30-2007
Brahms Lullaby to Announce Arrivals at St. Francis Hospital
Beginning this month, St. Francis Hospital Maternity staff will announce the birth of babies with the playing of Brahms Lullaby on the overhead paging system. Read More » |
08-30-2007
St. Francis Hospital Participates in New Cardiac Program
St. Francis Hospital is participating in a new cardiac program, "Stat Heart," coordinated by Prairie Care Alliance of Springfield. Read More » |
 08-30-2007
Anesthesia Management Group Partners with St. Francis
Anesthesia Management Solutions, AmSol, has partnered with St. Francis Hospital of Litchfield to provide physician and nurse anesthesia services. Read More »
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Physicians |
 02-16-2009
Pain Management Specialist Kristina Naseer, MD, joins the St. Francis Hospital Medical Staff
Kristina Naseer, M.D. , is a fellowship-trained specialist in interventional pain medicine, a board-certified anesthesiologist and a board-certified pain medicine physician. In cooperation with a patient's primary care physician, Dr. Naseer specializes in a full range of minimally invasive techniques to relieve or reduce pain and improve a patient's overall quality of life. Read More »
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 02-07-2008
Litchfield Family Practice Honored
The SIU School of Medicine (SIU-SOM) Department of Family and Community Medicine honored the Litchfield Family Practice Center as their first ever Center of Excellence.
Requirements for the recognition are based on the clinical center's role in providing a broad experience in family medicine, receiving consistent positive feedback from students, offering a variety of clinical and procedural educational experiences, and modeling the characteristics of a patient-centered medical home. Read More »
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 10-03-2007
Welcome to the Medical Staff
Orthopaedic Surgeon now Full-Time at St. Francis Read More »
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Programs |
04-26-2010
Ready. Set. Walk on May 1
Get out and get walking and help benefit a great cause! Read More » |
Recent News |
 07-05-2010
Jerome Epplin, M.D., Named Clinician of the Year
Congratulations to Dr. Jerome Epplin on being named Clinician of the Year by the American Geriatrics Society Read More »
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05-03-2010
National Nurses Week
A new healing garden will be dedicated in honor of St. Francis Hospital nurses. Read More » |
 02-24-2010
St. Francis Hospital signs agreement with the Prairie Heart Institute of Illinois
This new partnership will provide new services locally for patients needing heart and vascular care. Read More »
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 01-28-2010
HSHS Medical Group unveils patient-centered, Healthy Home web site
Through MyHSHS.org, patients and their family members can complete a Personal Health Record and send it directly through a secure web connection to their physician's office. A health information library, symptom checker and the ability to electronically request appointments and medication refills, as well as billing inquiries, also are available through MyHSHS.org. Read More »
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 01-14-2010
Local Response to Haiti Earthquake
Hospital Sisters Mission Outreach, a not-for-profit corporation that collects and redistributes medical equipment and supplies, is preparing to respond to the needs of the earthquake victims in Haiti. Read More »
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 12-14-2009
Re-certification Awarded to Cardiac & Pulmonary Rehabilitation
St. Francis Hospital’s Cardiac and Pulmonary Rehabilitation Programs Awarded Three Year Re-certification Read More »
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12-11-2009
Quick Response Saves a Life
SHIPMAN - It's a good thing Lee Copley is a creature of habit. It might have saved his life. Copley is a regular patron of the Tuesday night auctions at Harman's Auction Service. When the World War II veteran collapsed and went into cardiac arrest this week, the treatment he received was immediate. Read More » |
11-23-2009
Stay Healthy During the Flu Season
St. Francis is encouraging area residents to take steps during this flu season to keep themselves and their families healthy. Healthy habits can help protect individuals and their families from getting or spreading germs at home, work or school. Good habits are eating healthy foods, getting plenty of sleep, drinking plenty of fluids, and washing hands. The following is information about the flu and some actions to help stop the spread of germs and illnesses. Read More » |
 11-23-2009
County Weight Loss Challenge
St. Francis Hospital is a lead sponsor of this event. The challenge starts in January and runs through April. Get ready to get healthy, Montgomery County! Read More »
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 11-06-2009
The Nursing Council at St. Francis Hospital
The Council meets monthly to discuss nursing practice and issues relating to the work environment. Read More »
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 11-06-2009
Assisi Pilgrimage
Both St. Francis and St. Clare dedicated their lives to service to others, and the trip encouraged us to continue that mission of service to those who need our care and compassion. Read More »
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 11-02-2009
Gift Shop Christmas Open House
Stop by and see all the wonderful Christmas gift items. The special Open House is Thursday, November 5 from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. A 20% discount on Christmas items is being given during this sale. The Shop is located in the front lobby of St. Francis Hospital. Read More »
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 08-17-2009
St. Francis Hospital Continues to Help Mission Outreach
St. Francis Hospital's commitment to Mission Outreach continues to play a vital role in assisting Mission Outreach in achieving and surpassing its goals. Read More »
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07-09-2009
Project Linus Gives Blankets to St. Francis
Members of the local chapter of Project Linus recently donated handmade blankets to St. Francis Hospital, Litchfield. The blankets will be given to children who come to the hospital and will benefit, as determined by emergency staff, from this expression of love and comfort. Read More » |
 06-10-2009
Employees Honored for Service Awards
St. Francis Hospital employees were recently honored for service awards. Individuals honored received a corsage and a monetary gift from the hosptial and were presented a scroll of thanks from fellow co-workers. The employees were invited to a special reception in their honor. Read More »
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 02-26-2009
St. Francis Hospital's STAT Heart Data Published in International Heart Journal
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 02-23-2009
St. Francis Hospital launches Meditech clinical and financial system
On February 1, St. Francis Hospital launched a new era in patient safety, medical record keeping, and information technology when the hospital "went live" with Meditech, the Hospital Sisters Health Systems' (HSHS) new clinical system. Read More »
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 02-03-2009
Commitment to Excellence ANNUAL Award Winner Announced
Dan Perryman, President/CEO, of St. Francis Hospital announced the 2009 CEO Commitment to Excellence ANNUAL award winner this week. Vicki Holzhausen, R.N. was chosen. Read More »
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 01-05-2009
New CT Scanner Blessed
On Monday, January 5, Father Ted Schelich, Chaplain at St. Francis Hospital, performed a special blessing of the new CT Scanner in the Radiology Department. Father Ted, Sister Mary Flynn, Radiology Staff and other hospital staff attended the blessing. Read More »
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 09-03-2008
Local Physician Brian Quarton Completes Ironman
Brian Quarton, M.D. (medical staff member at St. Francis Hospital) recently completed the Ironman at Louisville, KY. The ironman consists of a 2.4 mile swim, 112 mile bike ride, and 26 mile marathon. Congratulations! Read More »
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08-04-2008
Helping Hands
Volunteers from Litchfield helped at the Mission Outreach center in Springfield. Read More » |
 05-21-2008
Employees Recognized for Years of Service
St. Francis Hospital Recognizes Employees
A special celebration was held on Wednesday, May 14 in the St. Francis Hospital Cafeteria to honor employees with special years of service awards.
The special recognition was held in conjunction with National Hospital Week. Read More »
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04-15-2008
National Healthcare Decisions Day
On April 16, 2008, join Americans across the country to talk to others about your future healthcare decisions and to complete your advance directive! Read More » |
 03-26-2008
March CEO Award Announced
Diana Hazelwood, Dietary, was the recipient of the March CEO Award for Outstanding Commitment to Excellence Read More »
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 02-27-2008
Lacey Lee Receives February Employee “Excellence Award”
Lacey Lee has been chosen as the February employee at St. Francis Hospital “CEO Award for Outstanding Commitment to Excellence.” Read More »
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01-25-2008
February is Heart Health Month
February is Heart Health Month. Regarding heart disease... Do you know your risk factors? Read More » |
01-25-2008
Entrance to Hospital
Due to remodeling, the hospital’s front lobby will be closed to the public from January 30 - March 1. Access to the hospital will be through the Emergency Department entrance during this time. Read More » |
 01-17-2008
Brenda Kirby Receives First Employee "Excellence Award" from hospital CEO
Congratulations to St. Francis Hospital employee Brenda Kirby. Brenda is the first monthly winner at St. Francis Hospital to receive the employee "CEO Award for Outstanding Commitment to Excellence." Brenda spends her time working as clerk on several floors of the hospital. Read More »
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 12-12-2007
Winner of Name the Light Bulb Contest
Marge Decker is pictured with the Bright Ideas Team. It was announced at a celebration today that Marge was the winner of the contest to "Name the Light Bulb." Read More »
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 11-16-2007
The Power of a Smile: Standard of the Month Contest
How long does it take to make a first impression on a healthcare customer? Just seven seconds, according to popular research. Read More »
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 09-19-2007
A New Design for St. Francis Hospital
St. Francis Hospital in Litchfield is launching a new redesigned logo, slogan and marketing campaign beginning September 24. Read More »
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Staff Additions & Promotions |
 08-31-2009
A Best Practice at St. Francis Hospital
Department leaders from St. Francis Hospital were invited to present a best practice recently at the second annual Hospital Sisters Health System Showcase for Sharing event. The event was held in Springfield at the Chiara Center. It highlighted the system hospital's best practices and provided an opportunity for sharing for the hospital representatives attending. Read More »
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 08-30-2007
New Director of Quality Services
Shane K. Foster , R.N. is the new Director of Quality Services at St. Francis Hospital in Litchfield. Read More »
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