Olean General Hospital

03/22/2026

💙 Celebrating Nursing Excellence! 💙

Bradford Regional Medical Center and Olean General Hospital are proud to honor Kristyn Wilber, RN, oncology nurse at Barry Street Health Center, as the 2026 first-quarter Nightingale Award recipient!

Since joining OGH in 2018, Kristyn has gone above and beyond to provide compassionate, patient-centered care, creating a safe and welcoming space for patients and their families. Her dedication, leadership and sincere connection with patients embody the true spirit of nursing excellence.

Join us in congratulating Kristyn for this well-deserved recognition and for the remarkable impact she has on our patients, her colleagues and our community.

Read the whole story: https://tinyurl.com/bdkj7na3

03/21/2026

Tee off for a great cause! ⛳ Register your team for the Olean General Hospital Foundation's Annual Golf to Fight Cancer Tournament and help support local cancer care in our community.

Register online here: https://OGHGOLF26.givesmart.com
For more information, please call/email:
Steve Jackson at (716) 375-7447 or sjackson7@kaleidahealth.org
Erica Dreher at (716) 375-7377 or eadreher@kaleidahealth.org

03/20/2026

Yesterday was Certified Nurses Day! We’re so grateful for our amazing certified nurses whose skill and compassion help enhance the care our community receives at Olean General Hospital every day.

03/19/2026

Thank you to our many certified nurses at Olean General Hospital and across Kaleida Health.

Happy Certified Nurses Day!

03/17/2026

More than 11,000 people in our region are diagnosed with cancer each year.

Now, Kaleida Health Cancer Care is coming to Bradford and Olean, expanding access to coordinated, comprehensive cancer care for patients across the Southern Tier and Northern Pennsylvania.

Dr. Roberto Pili, medical oncologist and medical director of oncology, and Stephanie Guchone, vice president of oncology services, answered some questions to provide insight into what Kaleida Health Cancer Care means for patients and families in our community.

👉What Patients Should Know about: https://tinyurl.com/yc697eaa

03/16/2026

Discover Your CARE at Olean General Hospital.

Dr. Muhamed Javed, nephrologist and medical director of dialysis, discusses the dialysis services available at Olean General Hospital and how our team supports patients through every step of their kidney care journey.

Learn more about the care available close to home.

Discover your care with the dedicated team at Bradford Regional Medical Center (BRMC) and Olean General Hospital (OGH). Our dialysis program provides special...

03/15/2026

Take control of your health with our Diabetes Self-Management Education and Support Services Program.

Join us on Wednesday, March 18 from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. to learn practical tools and strategies to better manage diabetes and support your overall well-being.

📞 For more information, please call (716) 375-4127.

03/14/2026

ConnectLife Blood Drive

Give the gift of life and help support patients in our community. Join us for a ConnectLife Blood Drive on Thursday, April 9, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. on the ConnectLife Bus located across from the hospital.

As a thank-you for donating, all donors will receive a $5 food voucher for Café 515 and a Buffalo Sabres shirt.

Register online at https://www.connectlifegiveblood.org/donor/auth/signin

Your donation can make a lifesaving difference for someone in need. We hope to see you there!

03/13/2026

Join us for a Total Joint Replacement Class on Wednesday, March 18 at 11 a.m.

Our experienced Outpatient Rehabilitation team will guide patients and caregivers through what to expect before, during and after joint replacement surgery, helping you feel prepared and confident for your recovery.

📞 For more information or to register, please call (716) 375-7481.

03/12/2026

Cancer Care Close to Home

Why Is Early Screening Important for Cancer Diagnosis?

Early cancer screening plays a critical role in detecting cancer before symptoms appear, when it is often easier to treat and outcomes are typically better. Many cancers develop slowly and screening tests can identify abnormal cells or tumors at an early stage—sometimes even before cancer fully develops.

Detecting cancer early can lead to:
- More treatment options. Early-stage cancers can often be treated with less aggressive therapies.
- Better outcomes. Survival rates are significantly higher when cancer is found early.
- Lower treatment burden. Patients may require shorter treatment courses or less invasive procedures.
- Prevention opportunities. Some screenings can identify precancerous changes that can be treated before cancer develops.
- Regular screening also allows care teams to monitor patients who may be at higher risk due to age, family history, lifestyle factors or other medical conditions.

Top Cancer Diagnoses in our region:
• Lung Cancer
• Female Breast Cancer
• Prostate Cancer
• Colorectal Cancer

Be in the know of what early screenings are available locally in our communities.

03/10/2026

BRMC, OGH shines light on monthly Star Award winners ⭐⭐

Bradford Regional Medical Center (BRMC) and Olean General Hospital (OGH) are proud to announce the winners of the 2026 March Star Awards. This month’s BRMC and OGH recipients were Erica Williams and Kristina Deibler, respectively.

👉Read more here: https://tinyurl.com/bddnwehz

03/09/2026

March is National Kidney Month. 💚

Dr. Muhamed Javed, nephrologist and medical director of dialysis, shares important information about the signs and symptoms of kidney disease and why early detection matters. Knowing what to look for can help protect your kidney health and lead to earlier treatment.

Learn more and take a moment this month to prioritize your kidney health.

Discover your care with the dedicated team at Bradford Regional Medical Center (BRMC) and Olean General Hospital (OGH). Our dialysis program provides special...