Redington-Fairview General Hospital

12/29/2025

Are you looking to start your new year off with prioritizing your health? Starting on January 13, we’ll be offering a 6-week Living Well for Better Health class! This is an interactive group class where you will learn about symptom management to improve your overall health and wellness. This class is for any adult (18+) that has a health condition.

Spaces are limited, so register soon! All classes will be on Tuesdays from January 13-February 17, from 9:00 am – 10:00 am at RFGH. To sign-up, please call (207) 858-2318.

12/24/2025

What began in 2020, when Taylor White was just 8 years old, has become a yearly tradition of kindness. Every year since, Taylor has raised money to purchase gifts for pediatric patients hospitalized at RFGH during the holiday season. This year, she raised $2,000 and delivered her gifts to us just in time for Christmas. We are so grateful to you, Taylor.

12/19/2025

Redington-Fairview General Hospital is pleased to announce that Tiffany Comis, MBA, MSN, RN, has been named our new Chief Executive Officer. Tiffany’s appointment marks an exciting new chapter in RFGH’s ongoing commitment to delivering exceptional, community-centered health care throughout Somerset County.
With more than two decades of service to RFGH, Tiffany’s professional journey reflects dedication, deep institutional knowledge, and a steadfast focus on patient-centered care. She began her career here as a staff nurse and went on to serve in numerous leadership roles, including Emergency Department Nurse Manager, Director of Ambulatory Services, Chief Nursing Officer, and, most recently, Chief Operating Officer.

Tiffany holds a Master of Science in Nursing and a Master of Business Administration from Saint Joseph’s College, blending clinical expertise with strong operational and strategic leadership. Beyond RFGH, she has contributed significantly to the broader health care community through service on several professional boards, including the Maine Hospital Association Board of Directors, the Organization of Maine Nurse Leaders Executive Board, and the KVCC Board of Trustees.

As she steps into the role of CEO, Tiffany brings a rare and powerful combination of clinical experience, administrative acumen, and a deep commitment to the community we serve. Her vision aligns closely with RFGH’s mission to provide quality, safe, comprehensive, and cost-effective health services while preserving our identity as a community-centered hospital. We look forward to the leadership, continuity, and innovation she will bring in the years ahead.

This leadership transition also marks the conclusion of an extraordinary era under the guidance of Richard “Dick” D. Willett. Dick has dedicated more than 50 years to RFGH, including over three decades as CEO since October 1991, helping shape the hospital into the cornerstone institution it is today.
Dick first joined RFGH in September 1972 as Director of Pharmacy. A graduate of Northeastern University with a degree in Pharmacy, he later earned a Master of Science in Business Administration from the University of South Carolina, bringing both clinical insight and strategic vision to every role he held.

Throughout his tenure, Dick was a tireless advocate for rural and community health care. His service included leadership roles with the Maine Hospital Association Board of Directors, the Public Policy Council, Maine Hospital Solutions, and the Rural Hospital Task Force. He also contributed to statewide health care governance and local economic development through the Medical Mutual Insurance Company of Maine Advisory Council and the Somerset Economic Development Corporation.

Under Dick’s leadership, RFGH expanded and modernized its facilities and services while strengthening its commitment to personalized, community-focused care. On behalf of the entire RFGH community, we extend our deepest gratitude to Dick for his dedication, compassion, and leadership. His legacy will continue to guide and inspire us well into the future.

Please join us in congratulating Tiffany and in thanking Dick for his remarkable service to Redington-Fairview and our community.

12/11/2025

Thank you to Skowhegan Savings Bank for choosing Somerset Public Health as their $1,000 grant recipient!

’Tis the fifth day of our Season of Giving and our Credit Administration, Collections and Internal Controls departments teamed up to select Somerset Public Health as their $1,000 grant recipient!

“We chose Somerset Public Health for our Season of Giving recipient because they are an organization dedicated to improving and protecting the health and well-being of the people of Somerset County. They work to strengthen our community through training, technical assistance and education through their many programs - including Move More Kids, substance use and to***co prevention initiatives, drug-free communities and pathways to recovery.” – Taylor Croteau, BSA Analyst

Thank you to Somerset Public Health for providing these invaluable resources to our communities! Learn more about them and their programs at https://somersetpublichealth.org/.

12/09/2025

Looking for personalized health care for your growing family? Redington-Fairview General Hospital family medicine providers in Skowhegan and Norridgewock are welcoming new obstetric patients! With compassionate, high-quality care close to home, our providers work hand-in-hand with the family-friendly Redington-Fairview Birthing Center to deliver exceptional care and ensure every step of your pregnancy journey is supported. From your first prenatal visit to welcoming your new arrival, our team is here for you. Visit www.rfgh.net for more information. Reach for good health with Redington-Fairview General Hospital.

11/25/2025

RFGH is pleased to announce our newest The DAISY Foundation award recipient, Karen Gardner!

The DAISY Award for Extraordinary Nurses was created in memory of J. Patrick Barnes who died at 33 of ITP, an auto-immune disease. The Barnes Family was awestruck by the clinical skills, caring, and compassion of the nurses who cared for Patrick, so they created this international award to say thank you to nurses everywhere.

Karen is a dedicated RFGH employee working in our Birthing Center who truly models our cores values.

Karen's nomination:

Throughout our entire stay, Karen was a beacon for us both as patients and new parents. Her empathy and kindness were invaluable to us in helping navigate our new lives as parents.

There were many examples throughout our stay that highlighted Karen’s empathy-led approach to nursing, but one in particular that drove us to put forth this nomination. For context, our son was delivered via C-section because of the arrest of dilation during induction.

The first real night with our child following his delivery we experienced a BRUE. We awoke in the middle of the night to him being blue in color and not breathing. This was quickly resolved, and the staff on duty were amazing at ensuring he was ok. This was obviously an extremely heartbreaking and terrifying ordeal for our new family.

The following day we both were exhausted and overwhelmed with anxiety for the health of our child. Karen was back on shift. She was incredibly compassionate for our situation. She helped explain to us in detail all of the monitoring steps that were occurring and even some technical information to help empower us to not be further distressed by the monitoring activities. Beyond this, she also shared extremely kind words with both my partner and me, which showed that she not only took the time to learn about us as individuals, but more importantly, that she truly cared for the well-being of our new family. Without her care and support, I’m not sure how we would have gotten through this situation.

After the BRUE event, we were doubting our instincts and abilities as parents and were in fear for our child’s health. After Karen, we were not only reassured about our child's health but also more confident than ever in our parenting abilities. She made us feel seen and heard, but most critically, understood. I am sure this is no more than another day at work for her, but to us it meant everything. This nomination is the least we can do to repay our gratitude, and we hope that Karen's efforts do not go unnoticed. She is truly an exemplary figure of the impact that healthcare providers can have. We will remember her kindness for the rest of our lives.

The DAISY award at RFGH is made possible through the generosity of Purdue Global . If you have received extraordinary nursing care while at RFGH, you may submit a nomination at https://lnkd.in/evbGTMUE

Please join us in congratulating Karen on this amazing and well deserved honor!

11/25/2025

We’re proud to highlight a recent collaboration that strengthens safety across our state. Ian Shalit, RFGH paramedic, Augusta Maine Fire-Rescue firefighter, and seasoned first responder, recently partnered with the Maine State Fire Marshal’s Office to deliver a STOP THE BLEED® training for their Investigations Division in Augusta.

STOP THE BLEED®, a U.S. Department of Defense initiative, has been part of RFGH’s community outreach since Shalit helped launch the program locally in 2018. This training teaches anyone, regardless of medical background, how to recognize life-threatening bleeding and act fast using three simple techniques: apply pressure, control bleeding, and use a tourniquet. With first responder arrival averaging 7–10 minutes, and life-threatening blood loss happening in as little as 2–5 minutes, these skills save lives.

As a result of this training, every Fire Marshal investigator, who also serves as a sworn law enforcement officer, was provided with a STOP THE BLEED® kit to carry in their cruiser, ready to respond to critical incidents anywhere in Maine. They are now equipped with essential, life-saving tools that could make a real difference when every second counts.

We’re proud of the commitment to readiness and community care shown by all involved. If your organization is interested in hosting a STOP THE BLEED® course, please contact RFGH Community Health at 858-2318.

11/24/2025

We still have a few spots left in our December Safe Sitter class! Does your child want to start babysitting to make extra money? Safe Sitter teaches middle school students how to safely care for younger children, while practicing professional business skills. Spots are limited, so register soon! To sign your child up, please call (207) 858-2318 or email bdunphy@rfgh.net.

11/24/2025

The birth of a baby is a monumental time in a family’s life. Redington-Fairview General Hospital’s Birthing Center in Skowhegan is dedicated to making your experience exceptional! The Birthing Center provides the highest quality of care, from early education classes and one-on-one breastfeeding support to private suites designed for comfort and family bonding. They offer personalized comfort options like birthing balls and a whirlpool bath tub, as well as pain management options such as epidurals. Visit www.rfgh.net to learn more. Reach for good health with Redington Fairview General Hospital!

11/24/2025

As we wrap up National Family Caregivers Month, we wanted to highlight the unique experiences family caregivers experience. The U.S. Administration for Community Living created this video to show the “faces of caregiving.”

Thank you to all of the family caregivers in our local communities!

Across the nation, millions of parents, partners, spouses, adult and minor children, friends, and neighbors provide billions of dollars in unpaid assistance ...

11/19/2025

November 18-24 is U.S. Antibiotic Awareness Week

Antibiotic and antifungal drugs are valuable tools for treating infections, but any use can cause side effects and contribute to Antimicrobial Resistance. At Redington-Fairview, physicians, nurses, pharmacists and others are working to slow the development of drug resistant bacteria. You can help by using antibiotics only when necessary, taking them as prescribed when they are needed, discussing drug allergies with your health care provider, and keeping up to date on vaccinations.

11/17/2025

Redington-Fairview General Hospital is your partner for better health. We offer community health and wellness programs, a network of adult and pediatric primary care providers, a family-centered Birthing Center, and specialists in Cardiology, Endocrinology, GI, Orthopedics, Podiatry, Neurology, and more. Why go anywhere else? State-of-the-art imaging, Saturday outpatient lab hours, 24-hour emergency medicine, patient-centered endoscopy and surgical units, and a Rehab and fitness center are all conveniently located in Skowhegan. Learn more at www.rfgh.net Reach for good health with Redington-Fairview General Hospital!