OSF St. Mary Medical Center

03/06/2026

"DePrince Cardenas and Jennifer Plue gave me excellent care at OSF Prompt Care." .
OSF Prompt care is a walk-in clinic designed to assess and treat minor illnesses and injuries. They are located at 695 N. Kellogg Street facing Losey Street in Galesburg. They are open 7 a.m. - 7 p.m. daily. Learn more here: https://bit.ly/3OLuCHM

03/06/2026

March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month. 💙

Join us on Friday, March 6 for National Dress in Blue Day by wearing blue to help raise awareness about colorectal cancer. Learning the causes, symptoms and importance of screening can save lives.

Early detection matters. Talk with your provider about when you should begin screening and encourage your loved ones to do the same.

Together, we can spread awareness and support prevention. 💙

03/05/2026

☀️⏰ Losing an hour this weekend? You may feel it.

😵 “Springing forward” can throw off your body’s natural rhythm.

Try this:
🌙 Shift bedtime earlier by 15 minutes each night leading up to the change
📱 Limit screens before bed
🌞 Get morning sunlight
😌 Keep your routine consistent

Small changes help your body adjust faster.

👶 And don’t forget the kids! Start moving their bedtime earlier now to avoid extra cranky mornings.

Learn more:

A bedtime routine can help children get the sleep they need, but at least twice a year, that schedule gets disrupted.

03/05/2026

OSF HealthCare was honored to participate in the Galesburg Area Vocational Center’s Healthcare Showcase today! 🩺

Our Mission Partners enjoyed connecting with students, sharing their experiences and inspiring the next generation of health care professionals. Thank you to everyone who helped make this event a success!

Interested in a career in health care? Learn more at 👉 www.osfcareers.org

03/05/2026

OSF HealthCare has been named one of Becker’s Hospital Review 165 Top Places to Work in Healthcare for 2026!

03/05/2026

👇 These signs don’t always mean cancer – but you shouldn't ignore them.

Talk to your P*P if symptoms last more than a few days.
Learn more: https://bit.ly/4cxiXpT

03/03/2026

OSF HealthCare was honored to join the Knox County Sheriff’s Office TRIAD Senior Academy yesterday!
Our team had the opportunity to speak with 37 seniors about the many services available through OSF where they’re located, how to access them and how we’re here to support their health and well-being every step of the way.
A special thank you to our incredible Mission Partners who shared their expertise:
🩺 Marie Schaafsma – Diabetes Education
❤️ Janet Wehrly – Cardiac & Pulmonary Rehab / OSF Rehabilitation
🧠 Beth Looney – Behavioral Health Navigation Services
🏥 Emily Brooks – Community Health
We are grateful for opportunities like this to connect, educate and serve our community with the greatest care and love.

03/03/2026

"Dr. Elsharoud is wonderful. He really cares for his patients and I'm so thankful he delivered my baby." another . Learn more about Dr. Elsharoud: https://www.osfhealthcare.org/providers/amro-elsharoud-2622545

03/03/2026

🎬✨ Behind the Scenes at OSF! ✨🎬
Here’s a fun behind-the-scenes look at our very own Dr. Stewart, Dr. Heberer and our incredible surgical Mission Partners during a recent photo shoot! 📸
From the operating room to the camera lens, their skill, teamwork and dedication truly shine. 💜 Our talented surgical team is here to care for you with the greatest care and love every step of the way.
A special thank you to our surgeons, surgical staff and multimedia marketing team for bringing your expertise and creativity to the set. We can’t wait to share the finished product stay tuned! 👀✨

03/02/2026

🍀💚 Go-Getters Stroke Support Group – March Meeting 💚🍀
Join us for our next Go-Getters Stroke Support Group meeting at OSF St. Mary Medical Center!
We’re excited to welcome Doug Summers from the Knox County YMCA as our featured speaker. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect, learn and support one another in a welcoming environment.
📅 Wednesday, March 11, 2026
⏰ 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
📍 OSF St. Mary Medical Center
Rehabilitation Conference Room
3333 N. Seminary Street
Galesburg, IL
📞 309-344-9662
Let’s celebrate the season of renewal together. 🌷
We look forward to seeing you there and as always, thank you for being part of our Go-Getters community!

03/02/2026

🌟 🌟
Meet Heather Bradford, Surgical Supervisor at OSF HealthCare 💜
Heather is approaching an incredible milestone, 20 years with OSF HealthCare this August! She began her journey as an OR circulator and now leads as Surgical Supervisor, bringing experience, dedication and a strong sense of purpose to the surgical team every day.
💜 Favorite part of her job:
Heather enjoys the teamwork and fast-paced environment of surgery both essential to delivering excellent care. She values that the surgical setting allows teams to perform life-changing and often life-saving interventions, creating a deep sense of purpose in the work they do together.
🙏 What serving with the greatest care and love means to Heather:
She practices this through the Golden Rule treating others the way she would want to be treated herself. This ethical principle guides how she serves patients, families and fellow Mission Partners each day.
✨ Fun Facts about Heather:
She treasures spending time with her family 💕
She enjoys quilting, a creative and relaxing hobby 🧵
She loves Disney trips and the magic that comes with them ✨🏰
Thank you, Heather, for your years of leadership, teamwork, and commitment to serving with the greatest care and love. We’re grateful for all you do for our surgical patients and teams! 💜
Want to be part of a ministry that makes a difference?
Explore career opportunities today 👉 http://osf.care/rFJr50PMW1M

03/01/2026

Today’s recognizes, Hailey Cardenas, APRN. With her dedicated team of Mission Partners, Hailey assures you will receive the best care from your first visit and beyond. Learn more about Hailey Cardenas: https://www.osfhealthcare.org/providers/hailey-cardenas-4950093