Press Releases
July 14 , 2008
St. Elizabeth's Hospital names Kevin L. Shrake CEO
Kevin L. Shrake was named President and Chief Executive Officer of St. Elizabeth's Hospital, a move that strengthens the on-going resurgence of one of the largest Catholic health care ministries in Southwestern Illinois.
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Larry Schumacher, Chief Operating Officer of Hospital Sisters Health System, congratulates Kevin Shrake after he was announced President and CEO of St. Elizabeth's Hospital.
Hospital Sisters Health System leadership and St. Elizabeth's Hospital's management team were on hand for the announcement of the new President and CEO, Kevin Shrake.
July 17, 2008
15 Physicians graduate from SLU Family Medicine Residency Program
A graduation ceremony was recently held for the 15 physicians from the Saint Louis University Family Medicine Residency Program at Belleville.
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June 27, 2008
St. Elizabeth's Hospital Auxiliary awards $16,000 in scholarships to local healthcare students
St. Elizabeth's Hospital Auxiliary awarded eight $2,000 scholarships to local students pursuing careers in healthcare. The scholarships are granted yearly to qualified candidates who plan to enter the healthcare field after they complete their education at an accredited college or university.
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June 23, 2008
Free wireless Internet access now offered at St. Elizabeth's Hospital
St. Elizabeth's Hospital announces the roll-out of free wireless Internet throughout the main hospital building as an added benefit to patients and visitors. The customer-oriented service will allow fast, reliable and secure access to the Internet and email, through an easy connection process.
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February 14, 2008
Congratulations to all St. Elizabeth’s Hospital Employees and Physicians on Receiving the Gold Seal of Approval From Joint Commission
Since 1951, the Joint Commission accreditation is recognized nationwide as a symbol of quality that reflects an organization’s commitment to meeting performance standards. To earn and maintain the Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval™, an organization must undergo an on-site survey by a Joint Commission survey team at least every three years.
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December 10, 2007
St. Elizabeth’s Inpatient Rehabilitation Unit Receives Re-Accreditation From The Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (Carf)
The 40-bed inpatient rehabilitation unit at St. Elizabeth’s has been reaccredited by CARF, a nonprofit organization who conducts thorough evaluations of rehabilitation centers to ensure they conform to nationally recognized service and quality standards, and focus on delivering the most favorable results for their patients.
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November 15, 2007
St. Elizabeth’s Hospital Honors Graduating Class of Versant RN Residency
A graduation ceremony was held on November 14 to honor 18 RNs who completed the third cohort of the Versant RN Residency program. This program was intruduced in July 2006 and was the first of this type in the St. Louis metropolitan area.
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November 8, 2007
St. Elizabeth’s Hospital receives Cycle II Accreditation by the Society of Chest Pain Centers
The Chest Pain Center has received full Cycle II accreditation with PCI (Percutaneous Coronary Interventions) from the Accreditation Review Committee of the Society of Chest Pain Centers, thus demonstrating our commitment to quality patient care.
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October 12, 2007
St. Elizabeth’s Hospital Offers Flu Shot Clinics at Various Locations Throughout the Metro-East
Flu season is approaching and St. Elizabeth’s is offering the public several opportunities to get vaccinated, now through November 8. Click the links below for a list of dates.
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September 24, 2007
Don’t let depression go too far. FREE Mental Health Screenings
on October 11
St. Elizabeth’s Behavioral Healthcare Services will be offering screenings from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Appointments will include an informational video and a one-on-one, confidential meeting with a mental health professional. Call 618-234-2120, ext. 1338.
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August 28, 2007
FREE Child Safety Seat Check at St. Elizabeth’s Hospital on September 15, 2007 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
St. Elizabeth’s Mother Child Center is conducting this event at the Southern Illinois Heart Institute parking lot. Parents need to bring their vehicle, child safety seat, and child, to check for proper installation.
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August 3, 2007
St. Elizabeth’s Hospital now offers Baha implant surgery for hearing loss patients.
Area residents with conductive and mixed hearing loss can now improve their hearing and ability to communicate by having a Baha Implant surgery done at St. Elizabeth’s Hospital.
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August 2, 2007
St. Elizabeth’s Hospital is a proud supporter of KMOV Channel 4 Do the Right Thing program
As the new school year approaches, St. Elizabeth’s has again partnered with District 118 and KMOV as a continued sponsor of the Do the Right Thing Program promoting positive characteristics in area children.
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July 25, 2007
“Footprints of Our Future” wall inaugurated in the Mother Child Center at St. Elizabeth’s
Babies born at St. Elizabeth’s can leave their mark on a newly dedicated wall in the Mother Child Center featuring newborns’ footprints along with their first name, date of birth and mother's thumbprint.
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July 20, 2007
A second Sleep Disorders Center is now open at St. Elizabeth’s Hospital Monroe County Medical Building
The newly opened Sleep Disorders Center at the Monroe County Medical Building provides a convenient location to diagnose and treat sleep problems such as snoring, insomnia, sleep apnea, restless leg syndrome, or excessive daytime sleepiness.
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July 9, 2007
Open House on July 16 at newly completed Sleep Disorders Center in St. Elizabeth's Monroe County Medical Building
The public is invited to attend the Open House event from 5 to 7 p.m. on Monday, July 16. Take a tour of the fully equipped sleep lab suites and meet the physicians of Southern Illinois Pulmonary Consultants, Ltd.
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