Southwest Health System

Southwest Health System Your Healthcare, Close To Home! CHC Consulting began managing SHS on July 1, 2018. For specific dates, please review the Calendar of Events.

Southwest Health System (SHS) operates Southwest Memorial Hospital, a Critical Access Hospital, and Southwest Medical Group, which comprises clinics offering primary care and specialty services. In addition, SHS provides the latest medical and surgical technology, emergency care, a vast array of out-patient medical and wellness services. SHS is managed by Community Hospital Consulting (CHC), the management and consulting arm of Community Hospital Corporation (CHC) of Plano, Texas. “We continue to bring our expertise in hospital management and talent in critical areas of hospital operations to strengthen SHS,” said CHC’s Senior Vice President of Hospital Operations, Craig Sims. CHC Consulting specializes in managing and operating smaller, community-based hospitals across the country. The Southwest Health System board usually convenes on the fourth Wednesday of each month. The public is invited to attend the open portion of the meetings. The hospital CEO is appointed by and reports to the SHS board of directors and is employed by Community Hospital Corporation. The CEO appoints and manages the health system through members of the Senior Leadership Team, including the Chief Financial Officer, Chief Nursing Officer, Chief Information Officer, Chief Human Resources Officer, and the Practice Administrator. Southwest Health System is fully accredited by DNV Healthcare. Learn more at www.swhealth.org/about

🎄✨ Merry Christmas from Southwest Health System! ✨🎄From all of us at SHS, we wish you joy, peace, and good health this h...
12/25/2025

🎄✨ Merry Christmas from Southwest Health System! ✨🎄

From all of us at SHS, we wish you joy, peace, and good health this holiday season. Thank you for being part of our community and trusting us with your care.

May your celebrations be filled with love and laughter, and may the new year bring happiness and prosperity to you and your loved ones.

❤️ Merry Christmas!

🎄 Southwest Medical Group and SHS Retail Pharmacy Holiday Hours 🎄As we celebrate the season, please note our adjusted ho...
12/23/2025

🎄 Southwest Medical Group and SHS Retail Pharmacy Holiday Hours 🎄

As we celebrate the season, please note our adjusted hours for Christmas and New Year's.

Emergency Department remains OPEN for urgent needs.

Thank you for trusting SHS with your care—wishing you a safe and joyful holiday season!

Stacey Burton, Southwest Health System’s Sleep Center Coordinator, is recognized as Southwest Health System’s 3rd Quart...
12/23/2025

Stacey Burton, Southwest Health System’s Sleep Center Coordinator, is recognized as Southwest Health System’s 3rd Quarter 2025 Leader of the Quarter!

Stacy received her nomination for her Leader of the Quarter award from Kierra Fury, Director of Clinical Operations, who said, "I would like to nominate Stacey as Leader of the Quarter, in recognition of her dedication and commitment to excellence within our Sleep Lab. Stacey is truly the cornerstone of the Sleep Lab team. She consistently goes above and beyond to ensure that every patient receives the highest quality of care and that the department operates efficiently. She requires minimal oversight, demonstrating outstanding initiative, organization, and accountability in all aspects of her work. Most notably, Stacey played a vital role in securing our recent **Sleep Lab Accreditation**, ensuring that we met and maintained full compliance with all required standards. This is a distinction not all sleep labs achieve. Her leadership, attention to detail, and proactive management were instrumental in this success. Stacey’s drive for excellence, professionalism, and dedication has elevated the quality of care within the Sleep Lab and strengthened the reputation of our clinic as a whole. She exemplifies the qualities that we look for in SHS employees. Thank you for considering Stacey for this well-deserved recognition.

Congrats to Stacey on her selection as the 3rd Quarter 2025 SHS Leader of the Quarter! We are so proud of her accomplishments and are so thankful to have her as a member of this great SHS caregiver team!

Jeffrey Roggenback, Sleep Technologist in the Southwest Health System’s Sleep Lab departmentis recognized as Southwest H...
12/22/2025

Jeffrey Roggenback, Sleep Technologist in the Southwest Health System’s Sleep Lab department
is recognized as Southwest Health System’s November employee of the month!

Jeff was recognized by Kierra Fury, Director of Clinical Operations, who said, "I would like to nominate Jeff Roggenback, in recognition of his exceptional dedication, reliability, and commitment to patient care in the Sleep Lab. Jeff is the only Sleep Tech in the department, and he consistently ensures that patients are well cared for and that the Sleep Lab runs smoothly. He frequently volunteers to pick up additional shifts and extra hours to maintain continuity of care and ensure that patient needs are always met. Jeff’s dedication, adaptability, and commitment to excellence have been vital to the success of the Sleep Lab. In addition to his daily responsibilities, he played a key role in the Sleep Lab accreditation process. Although Jeff works night shifts, he willingly came in during the day to meet with the surveyor to ensure the lab met accreditation standards. His professionalism and willingness to go above and beyond exemplify his dedication to SHS and, most importantly, our patients. Jeff’s dedication and teamwork embody the core values of our organization. His positive attitude and commitment to patient care make him an outstanding employee and a truly deserving recipient of this recognition."

Congrats to Jeffrey Roggenback on his selection as the November 2025 SHS Employee of the Month!
We are so proud of his accomplishments and are so thankful to have him as a member of this great SHS caregiver team!

Dr. Stanwix, Clinic Physician at the Southwest Health System’s Walk-In Care Clinic, is recognized as Southwest Health Sy...
12/17/2025

Dr. Stanwix, Clinic Physician at the Southwest Health System’s Walk-In Care Clinic, is recognized as Southwest Health System’s October employee of the month!

Dr. Stanwix was recognized by Ashley Berry, Radiology Manager, who said, "Recently, we lost the provider who oversees our stress tests. Dr. Stanwix stepped up to the call and immediately took over supervising stress tests twice a week. Dr. Stanwix has been a wonderful provider for several years but had never supervised stress tests. She took it upon herself to research and learn everything she possibly could about treadmill stress tests and lexiscans. She also quadrupled the amount of days we could see patients monthly, which significantly helped our backlog. Dr. Stanwix also took it upon herself to educate her fellow providers about stress test parameters, making sure patient safety and health came first every time. The cardiologists in Montrose have praised her detail and skill. Without Dr. Stanwix, we would have had to pause our stress test program until we found a provider. She is absolutely amazing to work with. You can tell she truly cares about patients, her coworkers, and SHS. Dr. Stanwix is truly a gem in our community and we couldn't thank her enough."

Congrats to Dr. Stanwix on her selection as the October 2025 SHS Employee of the Month! We are so proud of her accomplishments and are so thankful to have her as a member of this great SHS caregiver team!

Please join us in congratulating Heaven Spohn, who has accepted the role of Director of Human Resources at Southwest Hea...
12/05/2025

Please join us in congratulating Heaven Spohn, who has accepted the role of Director of Human Resources at Southwest Health System (SHS)!

Heaven has been part of the SHS family for over a decade, steadily taking on greater responsibilities. For the past 14 months, she served as Interim HR Manager while continuing her education and professional development—earning certifications, leading DiSC trainings for more than half of our team, and preparing for her SHRM-CP certification.

Her dedication, experience, and commitment to growth truly stood out during a rigorous selection process, and we’re thrilled to have her join the Senior Leadership Team.

Heaven has spent much of her life in Cortez, fostering a strong connection to our community. When she’s not working, she enjoys exploring the outdoors with her husband, kids, and their adventurous miniature dachshund.

👏 Congratulations, Heaven! We’re excited for the future with you leading HR at SHS!

A heartfelt thank you to the LOR Foundation for their generous support of our School-Based Health Clinic!Because of thei...
12/03/2025

A heartfelt thank you to the LOR Foundation for their generous support of our School-Based Health Clinic!

Because of their funding, our Youth Behavioral Health provider, Candiss Wolle, SWC, now has a warm and welcoming space where students of all ages in our community can receive compassionate care.

Your commitment to mental health makes a real difference in the lives of our youth, and we are deeply grateful for your partnership in creating a safe and supportive environment for them to thrive.

Holiday Hours – Thanksgiving 🦃Southwest Health System wishes you a safe and Happy Thanksgiving! Please see our clinic ho...
11/26/2025

Holiday Hours – Thanksgiving 🦃

Southwest Health System wishes you a safe and Happy Thanksgiving! Please see our clinic hours for the Thanksgiving holiday.

Emergency Department remains OPEN 24/7 for your urgent needs.

Rural healthcare isn’t smaller — it’s closer. Closer to the people. Closer to the problem. Closer to the solution. This ...
11/20/2025

Rural healthcare isn’t smaller — it’s closer.
Closer to the people.
Closer to the problem.
Closer to the solution.

This National Rural Health Day, we’re celebrating the care that happens closest to home — built on connection, trust, and a commitment to doing what’s right for our communities.

Happy National Rural Health Day!

Due to unforeseen circumstances and scheduling conflicts, we are cancelling this month's Walk with a Doc. We apologize f...
11/15/2025

Due to unforeseen circumstances and scheduling conflicts, we are cancelling this month's Walk with a Doc. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.

Measles Safety AlertWith a positive measles case confirmed in Montezuma County, we kindly request that anyone experienci...
11/14/2025

Measles Safety Alert

With a positive measles case confirmed in Montezuma County, we kindly request that anyone experiencing the following signs or symptoms wear a mask while in our facilities:
✅ Fever
✅ Cough
✅ Nasal congestion
✅ Red eyes
✅ Runny nose
✅ Full-body rash
✅ Fatigue
✅ Bluish or whitish spots in the mouth

Your cooperation helps protect our patients, staff, and community. Thank you for doing your part!

We are thrilled to announce that Sara Spencer, Radiologic Technologist in Southwest Health System’s Specialty Care Depar...
11/13/2025

We are thrilled to announce that Sara Spencer, Radiologic Technologist in Southwest Health System’s Specialty Care Department, has been named September’s Employee of the Month! 🎉

Sara was recognized by coworkers who shared:
“It’s hard to put into words just how much we appreciate everything Sara Spencer has brought to SHS over the past 11 years. What a journey—and what a difference she has made, not just to our department, but to every patient and teammate lucky enough to have worked with her.”

From day one, Sara has brought a steady hand, a compassionate heart, and unwavering dedication. Her work as a Rad Tech is so much more than images on a screen—she’s part of the story behind every diagnosis, every recovery, and every moment of trust.

Sara’s professionalism, energy, and kindness have set the bar high. She’s always willing to jump in wherever needed, whether assisting in the OR, helping with scheduling, or supporting patients with her contagious smile.

On behalf of Specialty Care and all of SHS, thank you, Sara, for your incredible commitment and heart. We’ve been lucky to have you on our team!

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Cortez, CO
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Southwest Health System: your medical home in Southwest, Colorado

Southwest Health System operates Southwest Medical Group which is comprised of 6 clinics offering primary care and specialty services and Southwest Memorial Hospital, a Critical Access Hospital. Originally opened to care for our community in 1914, we offer the latest in medical and surgical technology, emergency care, a vast array of out-patient medical and wellness services.