Sky Lakes Medical Center

Sky Lakes Medical Center Inspiring human potential through better health

Kami and Carly cared for one of my patients who experienced a loss. They demonstrated compassion, kindness, dedication a...
09/02/2025

Kami and Carly cared for one of my patients who experienced a loss. They demonstrated compassion, kindness, dedication and patient centered care throughout the duration of her stay. In a unit that is typically associated with “happy” outcomes, they took a tragic situation and turned it into a healing experience for the patient and her entire family.
They represent the true embodiment of a caring nurse and make me proud to work here at Sky Lakes Medical Center. The gratitude I feel for the healing they provided cannot be put into words. From coming in to offer support while not on shift, to purchasing and preparing remembrance pieces for the patient and her family, they both went above and beyond. DAISY Foundation

60 in 60: Day 24🔬 February 1987 – Enhancing diagnostics for better care.The completion of the Lab Addition boosted Sky L...
09/02/2025

60 in 60: Day 24

🔬 February 1987 – Enhancing diagnostics for better care.

The completion of the Lab Addition boosted Sky Lakes’ ability to deliver faster, more accurate testing—helping doctors make timely decisions for patient health.

Behind every diagnosis is a team working to get it right.

60 in 60: Day 23🏥 April 1984 – Expanding lifesaving care.Construction began on the Critical Care Unit (CCU), enhancing S...
09/01/2025

60 in 60: Day 23

🏥 April 1984 – Expanding lifesaving care.

Construction began on the Critical Care Unit (CCU), enhancing Sky Lakes’ ability to provide advanced care for our most vulnerable patients.

More space, more technology, more hope.

60 in 60: Day 22🏢 February 1984 – Strengthening the foundation.The completion of the Business Office marked a key step i...
08/31/2025

60 in 60: Day 22

🏢 February 1984 – Strengthening the foundation.

The completion of the Business Office marked a key step in building the hospital’s administrative heart—supporting the care and services behind the scenes.

Strong operations = better care for you.

60 in 60: Day 21📊 1981 – Growing stronger every year.With 203 licensed beds and over 1,200 births each year, Sky Lakes w...
08/31/2025

60 in 60: Day 21

📊 1981 – Growing stronger every year.

With 203 licensed beds and over 1,200 births each year, Sky Lakes was becoming a vital part of the community’s health and life milestones.

From first breaths to lifelong care, we’ve been here every step of the way. 💙

08/29/2025

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Wednesday, September 3, 2025 5:30pm Klamath County LibraryTOPIC: HormonesSky Lakes family medicine physician Dr. Stewart...
08/29/2025

Wednesday, September 3, 2025 5:30pm
Klamath County Library
TOPIC: Hormones
Sky Lakes family medicine physician Dr. Stewart Decker is back for another jargon-free discussion on health issues! This month will cover causes and treatments for headaches, plus a town-hall-style “patient Q&A” of general questions. (The Q&A is also a great time to suggest future Doc Talk topics!) Like our Lay Person Legal presenters, Dr. Decker’s ability to comment on your specific condition is limited.

60 in 60: Day 20🚁 1980 – Taking emergency care to new heights.Sky Lakes added its first helipad, speeding up critical pa...
08/29/2025

60 in 60: Day 20

🚁 1980 – Taking emergency care to new heights.

Sky Lakes added its first helipad, speeding up critical patient transport and saving precious time when it matters most.

Because every second counts in saving lives.

60 in 60: Day 19🍽️ September 1979 – Feeding care and comfort.The hospital’s cafeteria addition opened, offering a welcom...
08/29/2025

60 in 60: Day 19

🍽️ September 1979 – Feeding care and comfort.

The hospital’s cafeteria addition opened, offering a welcoming space where patients, families, and staff could recharge and connect.

Because healing happens not just in treatment, but in moments shared.

Is your child's medical plan ready for school? If your student has asthma, diabetes, or severe allergies, don’t forget: ...
08/28/2025

Is your child's medical plan ready for school?
If your student has asthma, diabetes, or severe allergies, don’t forget:
*Updated medical orders
*Emergency action plans
*Labeled medications/inhalers/EpiPens
*Signed forms from your healthcare provider

Let’s keep every student safe — right from day one!

Turn in updated plans before the first day of school.
Don't wait to schedule your child's doctor's appointment!
today.

Sky Lakes Medical Center is proud to announce that nurses Katie Dearing, Christine Kahl, and Michelle Montjoy have succe...
08/27/2025

Sky Lakes Medical Center is proud to announce that nurses Katie Dearing, Christine Kahl, and Michelle Montjoy have successfully achieved Board Certification in Ambulatory Care Nursing (RN-BC), a nationally recognized credential awarded by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC).
“This accomplishment reflects the high standards of professional practice at Sky Lakes Medical Center," said Stacey Mathis, RN, BSN, CEN, Clinical Manager of Interventional Services and Ambulatory Care. “Board certification not only validates the expertise of our nurses but also enhances the quality of care we provide to our patients.”

60 in 60: Day 18💙 April 1979 – A legacy of generosity.Merle West donated $1,000,000 to the hospital, inspiring the creat...
08/27/2025

60 in 60: Day 18

💙 April 1979 – A legacy of generosity.

Merle West donated $1,000,000 to the hospital, inspiring the creation of the Merle West Medical Center Foundation to steward this incredible gift.

In honor of this support, the hospital’s name was officially changed to Merle West Medical Center—a new chapter begins.

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2865 Daggett Avenue
Klamath Falls, OR
97601

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Nestled at the base of the Cascade Mountain Range's eastern slope in south-central Oregon, Sky Lakes Medical Center is the only full-service hospital in a 75-mile radius and serves some more than 80,000 people in a 10,000-square-mile area of southern Oregon and northern California.

Sky Lakes Medical Center was built by the community in 1965 with a combination of money generated through fundraisers and federal grants. It continues to be a full-service, stand-alone, not-for-profit community hospital, licensed for 176 beds. The hospital’s family includes primary care and specialty clinics, a home health agency, and the Cancer Treatment Center. Sky Lakes is not affiliated with any large healthcare system, nor does it receive direct financial support from taxes.

The hospital achieved national accreditation just three years after it opened, and maintained full accreditation by The Joint Commission until it earned international accreditation from Det Norske Veritas (DNV) in 2009 and continues to be accredited today.

Sky Lakes Medical Center, its employees, volunteers, and medical staff are partners with the community in social and economic issues as well as healthcare matters. We consider the medical center to be a vital community asset that stands ready to help make the region we serve healthier.