Midwest Medical Center

04/19/2026

Health Information Professionals play an essential behind-the-scenes role by managing patient records, supporting billing and coding, analyzing data, and ensuring compliance with privacy regulations such as HIPAA.

Their work connects clinical care, administration, and technology—helping support quality care, patient safety, and trust every day.

April 18–24, we proudly recognize HIP Week (Health Information Professionals Week) and celebrate the team members who help keep healthcare information accurate, secure, and accessible.

Heartfelt thanks to our HIP team for their dedication and expertise!

04/19/2026

Senior Resource Center offers free educational workshops at Midwest Medical Center. Very timely and planned prior to this past week’s storms—Disaster Preparedness. Join us this Wednesday 4/22 to learn more.

Preparedness starts before disaster strikes. ⛈️

Join us for Wisdom Wednesdays as we hear from a retired FEMA disaster response specialist about real-life experiences and practical steps you can take to stay safe. Learn how to pack a “to-go” bag, plan for pets, and organize important documents—plus take home helpful checklists. Don’t miss this important and empowering conversation!

FREE
📆April 22
⏰11-12pm
📍Midwest Medical Center; 1 South Conference Room

04/18/2026

April is Occupational Therapy Month—a time to recognize the life-changing impact occupational therapy has on helping people regain independence, confidence, and the ability to do the things that matter most. 💚

Occupational therapy focuses on helping individuals improve the skills needed for everyday life after illness, injury, surgery, or changes in health. This can include activities such as dressing, bathing, cooking, writing, driving, returning to work, or safely managing life at home.

Occupational therapists work with patients of all ages to build strength, coordination, balance, cognitive skills, and problem-solving abilities while also recommending adaptive equipment or strategies to make daily tasks easier and safer.

Whether recovering from a stroke, healing after surgery, managing arthritis, or overcoming an injury, occupational therapy helps turn challenges into progress—one step, one task, and one success at a time.

This Occupational Therapy Month, we celebrate our dedicated professionals who help patients reclaim independence and improve quality of life through compassionate, personalized care.

Thank you to our Occupational Therapy team for helping others live life to the fullest. 💚
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04/16/2026

During National Surgical Assistant Week, we’re recognizing these professionals whose work often happens behind the scenes—but makes a difference in every procedure.

Surgical Assistants are highly trained members of the operating room team who help surgeons throughout surgery. From preparing equipment and ensuring the surgical field is ready, to assisting directly during procedures and helping maintain efficiency in the OR, they are essential to the flow, focus, and safety of each case.

Their role requires technical skill, calm under pressure, attention to detail, and seamless teamwork. While patients may only meet them briefly, their impact is felt throughout the surgical experience.

At Midwest Medical Center, we are grateful for the dedication of our Surgical Assistants and the high standard of care they help deliver. Their commitment is part of what helps make exceptional care possible close to home.

Please join us in thanking them for the expertise and professionalism they bring to our patients and surgical team each day. 💚

04/16/2026

Looking for a relaxing way to connect and unwind? ☕📚

Join us for Coffee, Cookies & Chapters—a welcoming book discussion group featuring great reads, good conversation, and of course, a sweet treat! This month, we’ll be discussing Way Off the Road by Bill Geist.
FREE
📍 Held at Midwest Medical Center in Galena
🗓️ April 22 | 1:30–2:30 PM

Come for the coffee, stay for the conversation—we’d love to have you! 💚

04/16/2026

With all the unpredictable weather we’ve been experiencing lately 🌪️🌧️, now is a great time to be prepared!

Join this helpful Emergency Preparedness & Food Safety program presented by University of Illinois Extension to learn how to stay safe before, during, and after emergencies. Topics include weather warnings, disaster planning, and food safety during power outages or emergencies.

📍 Held at Midwest Medical Center in Galena
🗓️ April 16 | 1–3 PM

Take a little time now to be ready when it matters most! 💡

04/12/2026

Behind every smooth check-in, answered question, and welcoming first impression is a dedicated Patient Access professional. From scheduling appointments and registering patients to helping navigate insurance and billing, these team members help make healthcare easier, more efficient, and more compassionate from the very first hello.

Today, we recognized our admitting and reception teams for the important role they play in caring for our community each day. Thank you for being the friendly faces who help patients feel informed, supported, and welcomed.

A special shout out to our new Admitting Director / Business Office Liaison, Jayme LeJeune-Schomburg. Welcome to Midwest!

04/04/2026

The bunny has been making the rounds! 🐇🐣💚 Happy Easter and Happy Spring to all!

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