OSF St. Joseph Medical Center

03/27/2026

⛪ Today we celebrated St. Joseph - the quiet, steady, behind‑the‑scenes protector who played a huge role in the life of Jesus and Mary. And also the patron saint of our hospital.

He's honored as the patron of the Universal Church, workers, and even Sicily. His life is a reminder that humility, kindness, and doing the right thing (even when no one’s watching) can change the world.

Sicilian families tell a story that St. Joseph ended a terrible famine. To say thank you, they started making big, meatless feasts called St. Joseph’s Tables — packed with bread, pastries, and tons of food to share with neighbors and especially those in need.

It’s all about gratitude, generosity, and community. This is what it looks like to live our Mission to serve with the greatest care and love.

🙏 St. Joseph, pray for us.

Learn more about OSF St. Joseph Medical Center here: https://bit.ly/47kR4Oo

03/25/2026

OSF HealthCare St. Joseph Medical President Eunmee Shim joined other local leaders and Governor J.B. Pritzker today, discussing the affordable housing crisis in Bloomington-Normal and McLean County. The conversation emphasized the need for zoning reform and to remove barriers to housing development, particularly middle-income housing. Shim emphasized the need for affordable workforce housing.

“We are grateful to the governor for prioritizing affordable housing and recognizing it as a key part of strengthening both our communities and our health care system. In a community facing an estimated shortfall of 4,500 affordable housing units, the health care workforce is being priced out” Shim stressed. “Technicians, aides, and support staff face challenges caring for a community they can’t afford to call home. If we want reliable, compassionate care, we must treat workforce housing as essential infrastructure – just as critical as the clinics and hospitals themselves.”

Governor Pritzker’s BUILD (Building Up Illinois Developments) plan is a legislative initiative designed to combat the state's housing shortage by easing zoning restrictions, legalizing accessory dwelling units (ADUs), and streamlining permitting to accelerate construction. The plan aims to build more homes and lower costs, supported by $250 million in capital funding for infrastructure improvements and down payment assistance.

03/24/2026

Despite years of public health efforts, most U.S. adults with high blood pressure are still not meeting current treatment targets, a gap that new national data continue to highlight.

Jason Trager, DO, a cardiologist with OSF St. Joseph, says the findings underscore why recent hypertension guideline changes were necessary and why controlling blood pressure remains one of the most effective ways to prevent serious cardiovascular events.

Read more from our OSF Newsroom here: https://bit.ly/4lAgZaJ

03/23/2026

Thank you to the Bloomington City Council who stopped by today to take a quick tour of OSF St Joseph Medical Center to learn more about how we are serving our community each day with the greatest care and love. 🩷

03/22/2026

A recent Health.com article features insights from our very own Bonnie Williams, Manager of Clinical Dietetic Services at OSF St. Joseph Medical Center.

Bonnie shared her expertise on nutrition and healthy eating, offering practical guidance that reflects the exceptional care our teams provide every day.

Read more here: https://bit.ly/4sX3rIA

Health.com is your source for accurate and trustworthy information so you can make the best choices for your health and wellness.

03/20/2026

🎉 Look at a few of our OSF St. Joseph certified nurses celebrating yesterday!

Each year on March 19, we celebrate the incredible nurses around the world who have earned board certification in their specialty. The day honors their dedication to professionalism, expert care, and the pursuit of excellence that leads to better outcomes for every patient they serve.

🥳 Certified Nurses Day is celebrated on the birthday of Dr. Margretta “Gretta” Madden Styles, a true pioneer in nursing certification whose work helped shape the standards of nursing practice today.

At OSF St. Joseph, we are deeply grateful for our certified nurses who serve with the greatest care and love. Their commitment inspires us, strengthens our mission, and makes a meaningful difference in the lives of those we serve.

💙 Thank you for your expertise.
💙 Thank you for your compassion.
💙 Thank you for living the healing mission every day.

You can always nominate any of our nurses for exceptional service here: https://bit.ly/47dDdtb

03/19/2026

Dr. Khan, our newest Family Medicine physician, is now caring for patients right here in our community at our OSF Medical Group - Primary Care Office at 2200 Fort Jesse Road, Normal.

He's passionate about building strong relationships with individuals and families, providing compassionate care, and supporting patients through every stage of life. From routine checkups and preventive care to managing chronic conditions, Dr. Khan is here to help you stay healthy and feel your best.

💙 Now accepting new patients
📍 Convenient local location

Learn more about Dr. Khan or schedule a new patient visit here: https://bit.ly/3Nsakmg

03/19/2026

🌀 High‑Tech Goggles Are Bringing Clarity to Vertigo

When Dancing with the Stars performer Val Chmerkovskiy was recently hospitalized in Peoria during his tour, he was experiencing intense dizziness and a sudden spinning sensation. Doctors determined he was suffering from benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV) — a condition that can be frightening, disruptive, and surprisingly common.

It’s the same condition Bloomington resident David Williams has battled for decades.

Thanks to innovative diagnostic tools like high‑tech infrared goggles, patients like David are finally finding answers, relief, and a clearer path forward.

👉 Read Dave’s story here: https://bit.ly/3Pdm4cV

03/18/2026

📣 March is National Athletic Training Month!

👏 We’re excited to take this opportunity to recognize the incredible athletic trainers who serve our OSF HealthCare communities.

🏈 ⚾ From providing coverage for local secondary schools and universities to supporting physicians and caring for patients in our orthopedic clinic, our athletic trainers make a meaningful impact every day. Their expertise keeps student‑athletes safe, helps patients return to the activities they love, and strengthens the overall health of the people we serve.🥎 🏀

A major part of our outreach includes our partnership with the IHSA. Through this collaboration, our athletic trainers provide medical coverage for numerous state championship events at both the middle school and high school levels. They also support the State Farm Holiday Classic—one of the largest high school basketball tournaments in the country.

💙 National Athletic Training Month is the perfect time to celebrate this essential profession and the dedicated individuals behind it.

Thank you to our athletic trainers for your commitment, compassion, and service. We appreciate you and the way you serve with the greatest care and love!

Learn more about a career at OSF HealthCare here:

03/17/2026

Hospice volunteer Darla Glover sings, reads and sits with patients nearing the end of life at OSF St. Joseph Medical Center in Bloomington. Volunteers like Darla comfort patients and families while also allowing caregivers to rest. Read how volunteering changes lives – including Darla’s.

Read Darla's story: https://bit.ly/4bsiwe7

Learn how you can become a volunteer here: https://bit.ly/3N5Sa9S

03/13/2026

Join us in celebrating Rebecca M, a registered nurse in our Family Birthing Center, for receiving the DAISY Award.

The DAISY Award honors nurses who deliver exceptional, compassionate care and consistently go above and beyond for their patients. Rebecca embodies these qualities every day, and we’re incredibly proud to recognize her dedication and impact.

👏 Thank you, Rebecca, for the extraordinary care you provide and the difference you make for our patients and families.

You can nominate an OSF HealthCare nurse here: https://bit.ly/4uIfs6C

03/11/2026

🎉 It’s Patient Safety Awareness Week!

Our incredible Quality and Safety Team has been out and about at OSF St. Joseph Medical Center, bringing some fun to the week with a Wheel of Fortune–style safety game—complete with great questions and candy rewards.

Serving with the greatest care and love means always putting the safety of our patients, visitors, and Mission Partners first. Moments like these remind us that learning and safety can go hand in hand with connection and joy. 💙

Learn more about OSF St. Joseph Medical Center here: https://www.osfhealthcare.org/hospitals/st-joseph