Mercy Health - Springfield

03/13/2026

Our Mercy Health — Springfield team proudly wore blue in honor of National Colore**al Cancer Awareness Month to raise awareness about the importance of preventive screenings.

In 2025, an estimated 154,270 people will be diagnosed with this highly preventable disease. They will join more than 1.5 million colore**al cancer patients and survivors living today. Our team wears blue for them, their families and their community.

This month, we are encouraging community members to prioritize preventive screenings and learn the signs and symptoms of colore**al cancer, a disease that continues to impact residents across Clark and Champaign counties at rates higher than the state and national averages.

Several screening options are available for colore**al cancer, including colonoscopy, stool-based tests and other imaging exams.

While screening is critical, understanding symptoms is also important. According to the American Cancer Society, symptoms of colore**al cancer may include persistent changes in bowel habits, re**al bleeding or blood in the stool, abdominal discomfort, unexplained weight loss and fatigue. However, early-stage colore**al cancer often causes no noticeable symptoms, reinforcing the importance of routine screening.

Mercy Health’s oncology and gastroenterology teams work collaboratively to provide comprehensive care, from preventive screenings and diagnostic services to advanced treatment options and survivorship support.

For more information about oncology services at Mercy Health — Springfield, visit the link in the comments.

03/11/2026

We recently celebrated all things heart with more than 200 guests at our annual Mercy Health Heart and Vascular Dinner held in downtown Springfield at the Courtyard by Marriott. The theme for this year's event was “Hearts United, Beating Stronger Together”.

Community members and guests enjoyed a meal along with presentations from physicians on heart health and stroke awareness. The evening's agenda also included an emotional testimonial from a heart attack survivor who shared firsthand the importance of heart health awareness.

Thank you to everyone who joined us!

03/10/2026

Across our footprint, we are continuing our commitment to improving access to care, strengthening well-being and supporting healthier communities, as exhibited in our recently released 2025 Community Health Annual Report. This report is a snapshot of how our ministry continues to put good to work beyond our walls.

“Our report goes beyond data to reflect the commitment of our Community Health teams to advancing health and well-being through mission-driven action,” said Gina Hemenway, interim vice president of Community Health. “Each success represents meaningful progress in addressing the factors that shape health — such as food and nutrition security, access to care, affordable housing and social connection — so we can build healthier, more resilient communities.”

Explore the 2025 Community Health Annual Report by visiting the link in the comments. Pay special attention to the Springfield section to see how we do good together.

03/09/2026

Colore**al cancer may not cause symptoms in its early stages, which is why routine screening is so important. Talk to your doctor if you notice:
• Persistent changes in bowel habits
• Blood in the stool
• Abdominal discomfort
• Unexplained weight loss
• Ongoing fatigue

If you are 45 or older, or if you have a family history of colore**al cancer, now is the time to start the conversation.

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03/06/2026

When you arrive at the Mercy Health — Springfield Regional Medical Center Emergency Department, care begins with triage. This first step helps our team understand your symptoms and get you started on the right care as quickly as possible.

03/05/2026

We were honored to receive the Community Impact Award at the recent 2026 Greater Springfield Partnership’s annual meeting, recognizing our organization’s measurable contributions to the health and well-being of Clark and Champaign counties.

The Community Impact Award honors organizations that have demonstrated significant positive impact through innovative services, strong partnerships, fiscal responsibility and long-term sustainability. We join a distinguished list of past recipients, including United Way of Clark, Champaign, and Madison Counties; The Springfield Foundation; Junior Achievement - Mad River Region, Second Harvest Food Bank; Clark County Combined Health District; Springfield Promise; Turner Foundation; and Wilson Sheehan Foundation.

“We are proud to select Mercy Health for the Community Impact Award because of its strong commitment to Springfield’s most critical needs, from expanding local services to bridge health care gaps for at-risk patients to launching life-changing initiatives for all our residents,” says Mike McDorman, president and CEO of Greater Springfield Partnership. “This recognition represents more than just medical excellence; it honors a partner that consistently leverages its resources and expertise to build a healthier, more equitable future for every member of our community."

We have expanded access to care and strengthened support for residents across Clark and Champaign counties through our community paramedicine program, which provides in-home care, education and resource support for vulnerable patients. The opening of our new oncology and infusion center in Urbana in early 2025 allows many residents in Champaign County to receive cancer treatment close to home. Both projects were made possible through the generous support of the Mercy Health Foundation of Clark and Champaign Counties. We have also invested in our workforce through homeownership assistance and education partnerships with Clark State College, reinforcing our long-term commitment to the health and stability of the communities we serve.

“This recognition is incredibly meaningful because it represents a culmination of efforts that go back several years,” says Adam Groshans, president for Mercy Health — Springfield. “From expanding access to oncology care close to home to launching programs that reach our most vulnerable patients where they live, this work reflects our deep commitment to the health of Clark and Champaign counties.”

Looking ahead, we continue to invest in expanded services across the region, including the addition of two new cardiovascular and cardiothoracic providers to meet growing demand for specialty services in 2026. These efforts build on our broader commitment to ensuring residents receive high-quality care close to home.

“All of this work would not be possible without our exceptional caregivers, clinicians, support teams and the many partners who stand alongside us,” Adam says. “Together we are creating lasting change. We remain committed to serving our neighbors for many years to come.”

03/04/2026

Men’s health includes what’s happening in your head, not just your body.

Chronic stress and unmanaged anger can raise blood pressure and increase the risk of heart disease and stroke. Ignoring stress doesn't stop the clock. Learning how to manage it helps you stay in control on and off the court.

Showing up calm under pressure is a winning move. Click the link below to find a Mercy Health doctor.

03/03/2026

Nothing is more important than delivering compassionate care to our patients. When patients have feedback or concerns, our team works to be responsive and agile to address their needs and ensure they are well-informed.

Our Mercy Health — Springfield emergency department nurses have worked hard on nurse communication, focusing on our patient-centered culture of putting patients first and responding quickly to feedback or concerns with solutions or assistance. The team has had an impressive streak of seven months without complaints.

This means they are handling patient concerns in real time and working diligently to meet the needs of our patients. We love how they are going the extra mile to seek solutions while being committed to our Mission.

02/28/2026

Did you know? Heart health can play an important role during cancer treatment. Certain cancer therapies may increase the risk of heart-related side effects, especially for patients with existing heart conditions. That is why conversations about heart health, baseline cardiac testing and ongoing awareness are an important part of cancer care at Mercy Health — Springfield.

02/26/2026

February is the time to focus on heart health. Here's the February Men's Health game plan:

• Add 30 minutes of exercise five days a week.
• Check your blood pressure and cholesterol.

Make this month count with Mercy Health. Find a doctor by clicking the link in the comments below.

02/25/2026

After a fall left Catherine Weeks with a broken neck, she continued her recovery in the swing bed unit at Mercy Health — Urbana Hospital. We are extremely grateful for these donor-supported rehab services and the top-of-the-line care provided by our Mercy Health team, which have helped Catherine and many like her heal. “The unit couldn’t have been any better,” she says. 💙

After a fall left Catherine Weeks with a broken neck, she faced a difficult and uncertain future. Her injury required surgery to stabilize her neck followed by hospitalization. After a few weeks she was transferred to the swing bed unit at Mercy Health — Urbana Hospital to complete her recovery. Donor gifts to support the swing bed program got her back on her feet.

Swing bed units (sometimes called short-term rehab) are popular with patients who are medically stable but not yet ready to return home. Catherine still needed physical and occupational therapy. She had to be careful moving her neck as it healed.

“The unit itself couldn’t have been any better,” says Catherine. “If I pushed the button, they were there to help me. The people were very professional, but so friendly at the same time. It couldn’t have been any better, really.”

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02/24/2026

Not every health concern requires a trip to the emergency department. Know the right place for care: ED for emergencies, primary care provider for routine issues, walk-in clinic for urgent but non-life-threatening problems. Learn more about the best place to go for your health care needs👇