IU Health Fishers

01/28/2026

Labor and Delivery nurse supports growing families-

Skylar Henderson has always had a passion for women’s health. As a registered nurse in the Labor and Delivery unit in the new medical tower at IU Health Fishers, she’s living her dream.

Henderson began her career at IU Health Ball Memorial Hospital in the Pediatric and Women’s Services unit before joining the team at IU Health Fishers. Originally from the Muncie area, she makes the hour-long commute each day, and she doesn’t mind a bit.

“When you love a job, you will always want to drive. I don't ever dread the drive when I love to come to my job,” she says.

Her love for the role is strengthened by the team around her.

“Being newer to the specialty, I feel well supported. Everyone comes from different places, but as a team, we work well together,” she explains.

Henderson has also taken pride in helping build the new unit from the ground up. It’s been a long process, but seeing the results has been rewarding.

“We’ve put in numerous hours trying to make this unit the most functional and best to support our patients. Seeing all the long hours go into the unit and then putting it into use with our patients has been amazing,” she says.

In her role, Henderson helps expectant and postpartum mothers.

“I can have a labor patient and help their delivery, or I'll be on postpartum, where I have many patients to care for and help with screenings and recovery procedures,” she explains.

Caring for both new babies and their families is the best of both worlds for Henderson.

“I'm able to serve both the patient and the family and their most vulnerable times,” she says. “Just seeing a new baby being welcomed into the world is always nice.”

Explore Labor and Delivery care at IU Health Fishers: iuhealth.org/find-locations/iu-health-obstetrics-gynecology-13000-e-136th-st-fishers.

01/26/2026

For the safety of our patients and team members, offices in the the Indy Metro area and southern Indiana will be closed on Monday, January 26. Muncie and Lafayette area clinics are operating on a delay. If you have an appointment scheduled, please call your provider's office to change to a virtual appointment or to reschedule. See the latest information at iuhealth.org.

01/21/2026

IU Health Fishers welcomes 100th baby -

The Maternity team at IU Health Fishers recently delivered the 100th baby born in the hospital’s new medical tower. Nolan Gegner, the son of Justine and Mike Gegner, was born on January 14, weighing eight pounds and four ounces and measuring 20 inches long.

“We purposefully came to IU Health because we knew it was high quality care,” says Mike, who is an IU Health team member.

“We love the unit. We delivered in this room and stayed in this room, which was really nice,” Justine adds. “It’s cool to know that we will always be able to look at IU Health Fishers and know we play a small part in its history.”

The Maternity team has been preparing for this milestone. Some of the nurses made cards and a hat as keepsakes for the family.

“The team was anticipating this delivery for days with daily updated delivery numbers and creating fun keepsakes for the family,” says Hannah Devenney, manager of clinical operations for Obstetrics. “It feels like another great milestone to reflect on all of the work we have put into building and going live with a brand-new service to our community.”

The opening of the medical tower in late October marked the completion of IU Health’s Fishers Community Impact Project, which nearly doubled the size of the IU Health Fishers campus and workforce. Along with a new Labor and Delivery unit, the tower also houses Mammography, Breast Surgery, Endocrine Surgical Services, an outpatient OB-GYN suite, Special Care Nursery, Medical-Surgical Inpatient unit and more.

“It’s clear IU Health Fishers has done an amazing job of recruiting great talent. Even though it’s a new unit, all the nurses were fantastic. They are a well-oiled machine,” Mike says.

Mike and Justine are settling in at home with Nolan and their other three children. As for the Maternity team, they are committed to continue delivering excellent care for their patients.

“Watching our team come together over the last three months to begin caring for our community has been one of the greatest opportunities in my life,” Devenney says. “We are establishing a presence of trust and safe, high-quality care in our community for women and their families. I can confidently say this is why every one of us are here and why we show up every day.”

01/19/2026

Each year, Martin Luther King Jr.'s legacy is celebrated through acts of service and taking action to create a more equitable community where everyone is valued and respected, regardless of their race, ability, religion or background.

In 1994, Martin Luther King Jr. Day was designated as the only federal holiday that is a national day of service to encourage all people to volunteer to improve their communities.

In honor of King’s legacy, Community Outreach teams at IU Health Fishers, North and West hospitals organized volunteer opportunities. Team members at IU Health Fishers assembled 75 chicken casserole meal kits that will be donated to the Hamilton County Harvest Food Bank.

“Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. had a vision to lead for the greater good and create a community of belonging,” says Caitlin Vendely, Community Outreach consultant. “Service is one way that Dr. King carried out this work, and MLK Day is our opportunity to live out his vision and go outside our daily roles to better the lives of those in the community.”

01/14/2026

After 25 years in the workforce, Bryan Kercheval was ready for a role that felt truly meaningful. He found that opportunity in the new medical tower at IU Health Fishers, where he now serves as team lead for Guest Relations.

Kercheval previously worked for a healthcare diagnostics company, but he was drawn to pursuing something different.

“I was looking for a new position, and this role really spoke to me. It's been an exciting adventure to be here,” he explains.

As team lead, Kercheval oversees schedules, approves timecards and supports team members in developing their skills. He loves the team.

“It’s like a small family. Everybody gets to know each other, and we interact with doctors, patients and other team members in the building every day,” he says.

Even as a team lead, Kercheval stays connected to the patient-facing part of his role. You can often find him at the front desk, welcoming visitors and helping them find their way.

“Sometimes when you're in the hospital, it could be for good or bad reasons. I like helping patients have a good day, or just a better day,” he says.

01/13/2026

The operating rooms (OR) at IU Health Fishers are a bustling unit as team members and physicians prepare patients for operation, perform surgeries and monitor closely after.

On a fairly busy day, several team members had called in sick. While the teams would still be able to operate, but there would be no extra help.

Michelle Merrell, a registered nurse on the unit, stayed proactive. She alerted Emily Key, a nurse practitioner, about the challenges, and continued to communicate with the team throughout the day with status updates on scheduled surgeries.

She was even able to secure two team members from nearby IU Health North to help with the staffing shortage.

“She was truly thinking outside the box to take care of our patients, and to ensure her staff had appropriate breaks and could all leave work on time at the end of their day,” Key says.

But this isn’t the first time Key has seen Merrell shine. She says that without fail, Merrell always communicates effectively with all members the OR team, and works tirelessly to ensure they have everything they need.

“I have known Michelle for several years and her work ethic is unmatched. If I was a patient in the OR, I would demand that Michelle was assigned to take care of me,” Key says. “She is an amazing advocate for her patients. She is safe, knowledgeable and capable. She is the kind of nurse that crosses all the T's and dots all the I's. I truly hope that her hard work is acknowledged and she feels valued.”

Because of Merrell’s dedication to her patients and team, she was recently honored with a DAISY Award. This award honors extraordinary nurses who bring compassion and care to their patients.

01/07/2026

This volunteer's passion for photography has made its way into IU Health facilities—six of his nature photographs, pictured, now hang on the second and third floors of the new medical tower at IU Health Fishers, showcasing Indiana’s landscapes.

01/02/2026

At 3 am on New Year’s Day, Riker Horban became the first baby born in 2026 at IU Health Fishers. Riker, the son of Taylor Malone Horban and Brian Horban, weighed eight pounds and four ounces and measured 21 ½ inches.

“Overall, my team here was great. I loved it,” says Taylor, who was induced on Tuesday, Dec. 30.

As the couple rings in the new year and prepares to bring Riker home, they’re most excited to introduce him to their young twin girls.

“We’re excited to have his little sisters with him,” Taylor adds. “They’re baby obsessed.”

With the opening of the new medical tower at IU Health Fishers this October, the team is now able to deliver babies at the hospital. The first baby born on New Year’s Day receives a special gift basket. It contains a variety of items for the baby and family.

The opening of the tower marks completion of IU Health’s Fishers Community Impact Project, which nearly doubles the size of the IU Health Fishers campus and workforce. Along with a new Labor and Delivery unit, the tower also houses Mammography, Breast Surgery, Endocrine Surgical Services, an outpatient OB-GYN suite, Special Care Nursery, Medical-Surgical Inpatient unit and more.

Please help us congratulate Riker’s family in the comments!

12/29/2025

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12/22/2025

It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas at IU Health Fishers—and these teams know how to deck the halls!

The hospital's Engagement Team once again invited units to decorate wreaths for the holiday season.

Ten wreaths were completed just in time for the holidays and are displayed in the medical tower lobby.

This year's theme was "holidays around the world," where teams were encouraged to showcase how they celebrate the holidays in their culture.

The Cath Lab team (pictured first) won the decoarting contest.Take a look at photos of the wreaths below and let us know which is your favorite in the comments.

12/18/2025

IU Health Fishers is proud to support the Fishers Community Center . As the city's official health and wellness partner, our team is committed to making health and well-being part of everyday life for every resident. The Fishers Community Center is a cornerstone of that vision. It’s a place where families can connect, kids can play, neighbors can stay active and the community can thrive together.

Soula Banich, vice president and chief operating officer of IU Health Fishers, and David Biggerstaff, president of Riley Children’s Health, attended the facility’s opening at the beginning of November. In the community center’s first 20 days, over 3,100 people signed up for memberships, community members checked in to use the track almost 9,400 times and nearly 17,000 families checked into the indoor playground, strengthened by Riley Children’s Health.

“We know that healthcare extends far beyond hospital walls. That’s why our partnership prioritizes supporting the places and programs that shape daily life,” says Banich. “We’re honored to be a partner in this work, and we look forward to continuing to grow together, building a healthier community for generations to come.”

This partnership also aligns with IU Health’s broader Fishers Community Impact Project—a strategic initiative that has nearly doubled the size of our IU Health Fishers campus and workforce, brought new services, such as Riley Children’s Health Emergency Medicine and OB/GYN and expanded outpatient access to primary care and specialists across Fishers and the northeast suburbs of Indianapolis.

Learn more here: iuhealth.org/about-our-system/building-on-our-promise/fishers-community-impact-project

12/15/2025

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