Kirby Medical Center

02/24/2026

Venous and arterial ulcers are commonly associated with heart disease. Venous ulcers are typically found when valves in the lower leg veins are damaged, resulting in uncontrolled swelling. Arterial ulcers are caused by decreased blood flow due to a clogged artery.

Early intervention and proper treatment at our Kirby Wound Clinic can aid in healing. For more information, please visit https://loom.ly/bvAR0G0 or call 217-817-9400!

02/23/2026

Recovery doesn’t stop at treatment.

Kirby Medical Center’s Cardiac Rehabilitation Program helps patients rebuild strength, improve confidence, and reduce future heart risks through supervised exercise and education.

Supporting heart health at every stage. Learn more at https://loom.ly/t9Bilhw

02/23/2026

Help your student‑athlete rise to their full potential this summer with the Kirby Athletic Advantage program! 🔥

Last summer, our athletes made incredible strides—stronger performance, improved technique, and noticeable confidence. Guided by our team of certified athletic trainers and sports performance coaches, registered dietitians, and physical therapists, participating athletes will train in an environment built for growth and long‑term success.

See last year’s results, explore program details, and register here:
👉 https://www.kmcactive.org/kirby-athletic-advantage

02/20/2026

Kirby Connections’ Adopt a Medic program has been on the road! This week, our team visited every Piatt County school to bring hands-on health & safety education to local 2nd graders. This month’s focus: First Aid Basics!

Students learned:
- What to do when someone gets hurt
- How to safely clean and bandage a minor injury
- When to ask an adult for help

The best part? Each student built their very own first aid kit to take home — empowering them to be helpers in their own families! We are so proud of these young learners for stepping up, practicing their bandaging skills with classroom volunteers, and gaining confidence in caring for others.

Thank you to our Piatt County schools for partnering with Kirby Connections' Adopt a Medic to build a healthier, safer community one classroom at a time.

DeLand-Weldon CUSD #57 Bement CUSD 5 Atwood-Hammond Grade School

02/20/2026

In a recent episode of the Kirby Connections Health Podcast, Navigating Pelvic Health, special guest Miriam Garrett breaks down the signs of bladder dysfunction and shares practical, encouraging advice to help you get more in tune with your pelvic health.

Listen now on your favorite podcast platform or at kirbyhealth.org/podcast.

To learn more about Women’s Therapy Services at Kirby Medical Center, visit:
https://loom.ly/TnN4N9o

02/20/2026

We are excited to welcome nursing students from Millikin University - School of Nursing as they begin their first clinical experience at Kirby Medical Center!

It’s always a special privilege to partner with future healthcare professionals and play a role in their hands-on learning journey. Clinical experiences are where classroom knowledge meets compassionate care — and we are proud to provide an environment where students can grow in skill, confidence, and purpose.

Even more meaningful, this photo was taken in front of John & Mary Kirby — a reminder of the legacy of service and community commitment that continues to guide our mission today.

Thank you to Millikin University for trusting us as a clinical partner. We look forward to supporting these students as they take the next steps toward their nursing careers!

NU202’s first clinical! First ever clinical at Kirby, so we posed with John and Mary Kirby!

02/19/2026

Early birds, this one’s for you! 🐦🏃‍♂️

Register for the Kirby Derby before March 2 at 11:59pm CST to lock in the lowest price!

Register now at KirbyDerby.org!

02/19/2026

Say hello to Sara Eades, Director of Nutrition Care Services. 👋

We're excited to introduce more of the amazing leadership team behind Kirby Medical Center.

02/18/2026

Calling all new and expectant parents! 👶💙🩷

Join us for Baby Steps, a relaxed, come-and-go event designed to help you feel prepared and supported before your baby arrives. Meet Kirby Medical Center providers and nurses, learn what to expect during your baby’s first year, and explore family resources and local vendors. This event is about more than medical care, it’s about building your village. Childcare is provided, and we’ll also have drawings for two baby essentials gift baskets! 🎁

Learn more and register here: kirbyhealth.org/babysteps