SSM Health Monroe

03/16/2026

As weather conditions improve, all SSM Health Dean Medical Group, Monroe Medical Group, and Fond du Lac Regional Clinic locations will resume full operations on Tuesday, March 17.

Patients who need to reschedule appointments canceled on Monday, March 16, can reschedule via MyChart. Log on or register for a MyChart account at

Use your SSM Health MyChart account to book appointments, message your care team, view lab results, and more or enroll in MyChart and get personalized and secure access to your digital health records.

03/16/2026

There’s a lot of misunderstanding and fear surrounding colonoscopies—but the truth is, they’re a powerful tool for early detection.

Find out if you're eligible for a colorectal screening and learn more about colorectal cancer at https://www.ssmhealth.com/services/cancer-care-support/types-of-cancer/colon-cancer-screenings,-symptoms-treatment

03/16/2026

Due to the blizzard warning and deteriorating weather conditions SSM Health Dean Medical Group, SSM Health Monroe Medical Group, and SSM Health at Home are adjusting operations with the following services. Patients will receive a call to discuss telehealth visits or rescheduling.

CLOSED:
💠 All SSM Health Dean Medical Group and Monroe Medical Group in person care at primary care and specialty care locations.
💠 SSM Health Dean Medical Group Urgent Care on Madison’s West Side (N. High Point Road) and Urgent Care in Lake Delton.
💠 SSM Health Monroe Medical Group Express Care locations in Monroe and Freeport.
💠 All SSM Health at Home locations and services in Wisconsin and Northern Illinois, including Meals on Wheels.

OPEN:
💠 SSM Health Dean Medical Group Urgent Care on Madison’s East Side (Stoughton Road) and Urgent Care in Janesville will be open for in person care from 10:00 am until 7:00 pm.
💠SSM Health community pharmacies located within the SSM Health Dean Medical Group on Madison's East Side (Stoughton Road), Janesville, and at SSM Health Monroe Medical Group clinics will open at 10:00 am.
💠 SSM Health at Home Senior Communities and Hospice Houses will continue with normal operations.
💠 All SSM Health Surgery Care Centers, the Digestive Health Center, hospitals, and emergency department locations will be open as scheduled.

Continue to check back here, ssmhealth.com, or call 608-280-4515 or 866-305-3326 for updates.

Express Virtual Care is open from 6:00 am – 10:00 pm for minor illnesses:
ssmhealth.com/visitnow

03/16/2026

Due to a blizzard warning all SSM Health Dean Medical Group and Monroe Medical Group primary care and specialty clinic locations will delay in person care until 10:00 am on Monday, March 16. SSM Health Urgent Care in Lake Delton will open at noon on Monday, March 16.
All patients with appointments scheduled prior to 10:00 am will be contacted by clinic staff to discuss rescheduling.
Our Surgery Care Centers remain open as scheduled.
Express Virtual Care is available from 6:00 am – 10:00 pm for minor and moderate illness or injury at ssmhealth.com/visitnow

03/16/2026

SSM Health Monroe Hospital is proud to be a Safe Haven location. This means that parents can safely leave unharmed newborns at our hospital or any of our SSM Health Monroe Clinic Medical Group facilities while staff are present up to 72 hours old in Wisconsin and 30 days old in Illinois.

Under Wisconsin and Illinois laws, parents can leave their baby with a medical professional, police officer or 911 emergency medical staff person without fear of legal consequences. If the parent does not indicate that they will return for the child, this is called Safe Haven.

03/14/2026

Volunteering is a sweet treat for SSM Health Monroe Hospital Cookie Crew helper Phyliss Ziegler.

Helping since 2012, Phyliss has found both friendship and purpose in supporting fundraising efforts at the Health Ministry.

“I knew that I wanted to volunteer during retirement and give back to this community,” she said. “I love to bake — Cookie Crew has been perfect for me!”

Over the years, Phyliss has enjoyed building connections with fellow volunteers and getting to know the community members who stop by each month.

“Many people have made extra donations to us in support of great causes such as hospice, medical scholarships, or purchasing baby swaddles and car seats,” she said. “It gives me a good feeling that we are helping with these things.”

Phyliss encourages others in the community to explore the many volunteer opportunities available at SSM Health in Monroe.

Thank you for sharing your time and talents, Phyliss!
Learn more about volunteering at SSM Health by visiting www.ssmhealth.com/volunteer.

03/13/2026

Colorectal cancer is rising among younger adults — here’s what you need to know.

SSM Health family medicine physician Dr. Roopa Shah says early detection is one of the most powerful tools we have: “Screenings save lives. Even if you’re young and feel healthy, don’t ignore new or unusual symptoms.”

Read our blog to learn why cases are increasing, what symptoms to watch for, and how screening guidelines are evolving. It’s a must read for anyone looking to protect their long term health — or the health of someone they love.

🔗 https://www.ssmhealth.com/newsroom/blogs/ssm-health-matters/february-2026/colorectal-cancer-causing-more-deaths-among-young-people

Let’s help spread awareness and encourage others to get screened. 💙💪

What you should know to stay healthy amid this alarming trend

03/12/2026

It's time for a FLASH SALE!

Visit the SSM Health Monroe Hospital Gift Shop to discover fresh new finds for yourself or a loved one. From March 12-14, save big and take 30% off one regular-priced item*!

*Excludes candy, cards, flowers, other discounts, and already reduced items.

03/12/2026

What was supposed to be a routine 40 week appointment turned into a day Lindsey Hoeltke will never forget.

During her checkup, Lindsey’s care team noticed that her baby’s fetal monitoring results weren’t reassuring. With no breathing motions detected and her baby’s heart rate dropping unpredictably, Lindsay was quickly admitted for induction.

Lindsey immediately felt the urgency when it came time to deliver. Her baby’s heart rate suddenly dipped to dangerously low levels — and SSM Health Monroe caregivers acted quickly.

With expert action from Dr. Jeffrey Dinges, Lindsey delivered baby Presley Jade on the very next push.

Presley arrived with her umbilical cord wrapped around her neck four times. Dr. Dinges swiftly removed it and handed the baby to Dr. Lindsay Geier, who was already prepared to support addressing oxygen levels.

Thanks to the calm, skilled, and compassionate care from the entire team — including RN Bri Schofield — Presley is now a perfectly healthy, thriving baby girl.

“I was truly amazed by the team’s expertise and professionalism. Everyone was so attentive, compassionate, and reassuring throughout the entire process,” Lindsey said. “I could not have asked for a better care team.”

Join us in celebrating the exceptional SSM Health team whose quick actions made all the difference for Lindsey and her family!

03/11/2026

Still feeling sluggish after the time change? 😴 Help reset your sleep rhythm with these tips for a good night's sleep!

03/11/2026

During Catholic Sisters Week, we recognize the incredible legacy of our founding congregation.

In 1872, five Sisters traveled from Germany to St. Louis to serve those in need. They formed the Sisters of St. Mary (now the Franciscan Sisters of Mary) and opened their first hospital in 1877—the beginning of what is now SSM Health.

Their dedication to caring for the community continues to guide our work today.



Photo courtesy of the Franciscan Sisters of Mary

03/10/2026

At any given time, hundreds of patients in Wisconsin remain in hospitals longer than medically necessary because their families lack the legal authority to approve a transfer to a post-acute facility when no medical power of attorney is in place.

Assembly Bill 598—often called the “next of kin” bill—aims to fix this barrier. The legislation would give close family members, including spouses, limited authority to make essential care decisions for incapacitated loved ones. This change would prevent families from enduring weeks or months of court delays and costly guardianship proceedings, while ensuring patients receive the appropriate care in the right setting.

The Wisconsin State Assembly passed AB598 with strong bipartisan support last month and Governor Tony Evers is committed to signing it into law. Passing this legislation will have an immediate impact on access to care in Wisconsin hospitals.

We join the Wisconsin Hospital Association in urging the Wisconsin State Senate to bring AB598 to the floor and ensure it finally passes the state legislature.