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Rutland Regional Medical Center Nurses Honored with DAISY Award for Extraordinary Nurses
Rutland Regional Medical Center Nurses Honored with DAISY Award for Extraordinary Nurses RUTLAND, VT – In May, Rutland Regional Medical Center celebrated and honored six extraordinary nurses with the DAISY Award during Nurses Week. The DAISY (Diseases Attacking the Immune System) Foundation was started in Glen Allen, California by family members of J. Patrick Barnes, who died from complications of Idiopathic Thrombocytopenic Purpura (ITP), a little-known but not uncommon auto-immune disease. As a way of
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Bowse Health Trust Announces Dates for 2026 Grant Applications | Request for Letters of Intent
Bowse Health Trust Announces Dates for 2026 Grant Applications Request for Letters of Intent RUTLAND, VT - If you are a non-profit organization and considering the expansion or development of a program or project that will address the health and wellbeing of Rutland County residents, please consider applying for a Bowse Health Trust Grant. The Bowse Health Trust (BHT) will kick-off its 2026 grant cycle with Letters of Intent (LOI) due on June 15, 2026. The required documents and all information about how
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Community Health Tip - Tick Season is Here. Prevention is the Key.
Community Health Tip - Know How to Do a Tick Check Because Tick Season is HERE!Rutland, VT –Tick bites and tick-related issues are most commonly reported in the spring and fall. When you spend time outdoors or have pets that go outdoors, be proactive and learn how to check your clothing and pets for ticks, the tiny black parasites that attach to the skin and can transmit diseases. According to the Vermont Health Department, Addison County had the highest density of adult ticks and Rutland County had the
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Community Health Eye Care for the Whole Family
Community Health Eye Care for the Whole FamilyRutland, VT – Community Health Eye Care in Rutland now features a complete selection of fashionable frames for children and adults. We've also grown our team of qualified vision specialists. “Community Health Eye Care is designed to enhance our comprehensive offerings and ensure that our patients have access to specialized eye health services alongside their regular healthcare needs," said Mike Gardner, Community Health CEO. "Our goal is to offer accessible,
Rutland Regional Medical Center Announces Transition in Pediatric Inpatient Services
New Service Delivery Model Will Improve Pediatric Care, Better Meet Community Needs and Save Hospital Resources Rutland, VT – Rutland Regional Medical Center (RRMC) today announced a planned transition in how it delivers pediatric care, ensuring children and families in our community continue to receive high-quality, compassionate services in the most appropriate setting. This shift will allow us to realign resources, support our staff, and ensure high-quality pediatric care remains available at RRMC.
Community Health Receives Gold for Heart Health Quality
Community Health Receives Gold for Heart Health QualityRutland – Community Health has been recognized for its leadership in heart health initiatives by the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA). Heart disease affects 42,000 Vermonters each year and is a leading cause of death in Vermont and overall in the U.S. In Rutland County, heart disease deaths occur at a rate higher than the statewide average, supporting Community Health’s focus on heart health prevention. Having met or exceeded three
Community Health Names Christopher Chadwick as Chief Operating Officer
Rutland, VT – Christopher Chadwick, MS, LADC, AFC, is Community Health’s new Chief Operating Officer. For the past six years, Chadwick served as Director of Behavioral Health and MAT Services for Community Health and has been a valuable member of the Community Health executive leadership team, contributing to the growth and expansion of primary healthcare services accessible through Vermont’s largest Federally Qualified Health Center. “Chris has demonstrated remarkable success in his role at
