Morris Hospital & Healthcare Centers

04/03/2026

This week, our wonderful Radiation Therapy Center staff celebrated their annual Daffodil Days by presenting vases of daffodils to patients undergoing treatment, as well as those visiting for follow-up appointments. Each vase was beautifully tied with a ribbon and included a card that read, “As one of the first flowers of spring, the daffodil is a symbol of hope.” Thank you to the Radiation Therapy team for providing such exceptional care and support to our patients.

04/02/2026

Sometimes a little extra care bundled with extraordinary compassion can truly make a significant impact. Today, the providers and staff at our Morris Gastroenterology office had an unexpected visit from Morris Hospital & Healthcare Centers President & CEO Tom Dohm. Tom stopped by to personally thank Clinic RNs Mai and Becky for going above and beyond to help a patient who needed a higher level of specialized care navigate through the healthcare system. Joined by Gastroenterologist Dr. Afreen Hyder and Nurse Practitioner Stephanie Mickley, Tom wanted to be sure Mai and Becky know just how much their actions mean for this particular patient. Moments like this make us especially proud of the amazing and incredible staff at Morris Hospital & Healthcare Centers who make a difference for our patients and community every day.

04/01/2026

As we wrap up National Athletic Training Month, we are proud to recognize and thank our incredible athletic training team for everything they do for our local athletes and providers. From the sidelines to the clinic, their impact is felt every day. Our athletic trainers provide athletic training services at Coal City High School and Dwight High School, supporting athletes across all sports. They are there for the big moments and the everyday ones, helping prevent injuries, treating minor conditions, and keeping athletes performing at their best.

When additional care is needed, they help connect athletes with our providers, ensuring a smooth transition and continued support throughout recovery. Thank you to our athletic training team for your dedication, skill, and commitment to the health and safety of our community!

03/31/2026

This week marks an exciting milestone for our Gastroenterology practice as Gastroenterologist Dr. Afreen Hyder and Nurse Practitioner Stephanie Mickley welcomed their first patients at their new office, located at 1345 Edwards Street in Morris. Conveniently situated on the Morris Hospital campus, the Edwards Street location is directly across the parking lot from the hospital’s circle drive and the Main and Emergency entrances. In addition to seeing patients in Morris, Stephanie will continue to provide care to patients in Ottawa.

03/30/2026

As we reflect on NATIONAL DOCTORS’ DAY today, we couldn’t be more grateful for the talented, skilled, dedicated physicians who serve on the Morris Hospital Medical Staff. Every day, we rely on them to take care of our community. In addition to being skilled healers, they guide patients through difficult experiences. They are trusted confidants. They save lives. We are truly thankful to have such exceptional physicians serving our community.

Please join us in thanking them for their commitment to medicine, our hospital, our patients and our community by sharing a story in the comments about a doctor who has made an impact on your life. Let’s come together to recognize and thank our local physicians.

03/29/2026

Thank you to the incredible staff and volunteers including the GAVC Health Occupations students and instructors who helped us screen 322 students for cardiac abnormalities earlier this week at Reed-Custer High School! The Rhythm of Our Youth program, which provides area students with a free, non-invasive cardiac EKG that screen for undiagnosed heart conditions is made possible thanks to the generous donations made to the Morris Hospital Foundation.

Next stops for Rhythm of Our Youth: Gardner-South Wilmington H.S. on April 8. If you have a student who attends Gardner-South Wilmington H.S., be sure to register them for the screening by completing the Rhythm of Our Youth consent form on the Morris Hospital website.

03/27/2026

At just the right moment, a small act of kindness can truly make all the difference. One of our incredible volunteers, Cathy Bergstrom, showed exactly what that looks like in action. While a patient was undergoing an emergency procedure, Cathy offered the patient’s husband something invaluable: comfort, compassion, and a calming presence. Through a quiet conversation and a heartfelt prayer, she helped bring a sense of peace during an incredibly difficult moment.

A few days later, the patient’s husband returned with a rose plant for Cathy and shared the wonderful news that his wife was doing well. Moments like these remind us just how special our community is and how powerful simple acts of kindness can be.

03/26/2026

Today marked another exciting milestone at the new Morris Hospital & Healthcare Centers – Gore Road Medical Offices, as our Morris Pediatricians office welcomed their first patients to the Gore Road location. With this move, Dr. Ian Best, Dr. Faiz Rahman, and Dr. Melissa Hill (pictured here with Medical Assistant Tara) have officially relocated from 151 W. High Street in Morris to the Gore Road location located just north of Interstate 80 and west of Route 47, adjoined to Morris Hospital Immediate Care and Occupational Medicine. In addition to the Gore Road location in Morris, Dr. Best will continue to see patients in Marseilles, Dr. Rahman will continue to see patients at our Ridge Road Campus in Channahon, and Dr. Hill will continue to see patients in Ottawa.

03/26/2026

Are you 45 years or older? If so, it is time to start thinking about your health in a new way—especially when it comes to colon cancer screenings. If you have a family history of colon cancer or are noticing symptoms like persistent abdominal pain, changes in bowel habits, or re**al bleeding, don’t wait. These signs matter, and getting checked early can make all the difference. Connecting with a Gastroenterology provider and scheduling a colonoscopy is a proactive step toward protecting your health.

Want to learn more? Tune in to Business Spotlight this Friday, March 27 at 8: 40 a.m. where Morris Hospital Gastroenterology APRN Stephanie Mickley breaks down the most common symptoms of colon cancer and what you should watch for. March is Colore**al Cancer Awareness Month, and it is never too early to be proactive in your health. Early detection saves lives!

03/25/2026

Our team HIT IT OUT OF PARK! Today was a great day celebrating our incredible team for all they do to make Morris Hospital & Healthcare Centers shine, complete with baseball attire, a baseball-themed menu in the café, and special treats, all in recognition of achieving one of our best accreditation surveys ever. Yes, we intentionally chose Major League Baseball opening day for a special, organization-wide celebration with our team in recognition of their vast contributions to our many recent successes, including an outstanding on-site survey with the Accreditation Commission for Health Care. After reviewing over 900 standards and 10,000 elements of compliance over a three-day period, the four surveyors told our leadership team that we have a “phenomenal” hospital, “beautiful” equipment, an “amazing” scope of services, and “lovely” colleagues who are doing an “excellent” job. You can understand why we have reason to celebrate!

03/24/2026

Today marks an exciting milestone as the newly renovated Morris Hospital & Healthcare Centers – Gore Road Medical Offices officially opened its doors! Located at 100 Gore Road in Morris, just north of Interstate 80 and west of Route 47, the medical offices share the same building as Morris Hospital Immediate Care and Occupational Medicine. The new offices are in full swing as Family Medicine physician Dr. Vincent Benig and Nurse Practitioner Amanda Maddox saw patients in their new space for the very first time today. Starting tomorrow, Internal Medicine provider Dr. Spyro Analytis will also be seeing patients at the Gore Road Medical offices on Wednesdays. To learn more about these and other upcoming physician office moves, read the news release below!

Morris Hospital & Healthcare Centers has renovated the former rehabilitation services suite at 100 Gore Road in Morris into medical offices in a move that will bring additional services to one location.

03/23/2026

Attention parents of incoming third, fourth, and fifth graders for the 2026 school year! Camp 911 will be returning on June 12 at the Morris Hospital YMCA! With the support of local emergency response agencies, this engaging, hands-on program gives children the knowledge and confidence they need to respond in real-life situations. Through interactive activities, participants will learn how and when to call 911, basic first aid skills, and what to do in an emergency, all critical lessons that can make a lasting impact.

Registration is now open and will close on May 22. Space is limited and expected to fill quickly. To secure your child’s spot, please click the link below.

Through the support of local agencies and volunteers, the Camp 911 safety program will provide students a morning of fun and interactive activities that help teach them about 911, first aid and what to do in case of an emergency. Camp 911 is offered to children entering 3rd through 5th grades in Fal...