OSF Saint Anthony Medical Center

04/16/2026

Thank you to everyone who came out for the flag raising ceremony in honor of National Donate Life Month.

A special thank you to our donor families who shared their stories today.

Sign up to become an organ donor: https://bit.ly/4ch9N08

04/16/2026

Today is National Healthcare Decisions Day.

Advance Care Planning helps you share your wishes before a health crisis happens. It gives your family clear guidance and peace of mind, while honoring your values, faith and personal choices. It’s never too early to put a plan in place.

https://bit.ly/4ceZqc0

04/15/2026

When it comes to you ears, nose and throat (ENT), Nisa Asghar, APRN, has you covered!

Nisa specializes in ENT and is accepting new patients at OSF Medical Group - Ear, Nose & Throat.

Meet Nisa and make an appointment today!

Learn about Nisa A. Asghar, PA, who practices Physician Assistant at OSF Medical Group - Ear, Nose & Throat in Rockford, IL. Schedule an appointment today.

04/13/2026

We are excited to welcome Jack Harweger, APRN, to OSF HealthCare Cardiovascular Institute!

Jack specializes in cardiology and is accepting new patients.

Meet Jack and make an appointment today!

Learn about Jack S. Harweger, APRN, who practices Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner at OSF Cardiovascular Institute in Rockford, IL. Schedule an appointment today.

04/10/2026

OSF Newsroom: Take steps for better health

Walking 10,000 steps a day has long been the gold standard. But experts say 7,000 steps offers just as many benefits.

Our own Paige Linstead, APRN, tells us more!

https://bit.ly/4dpSoDt

04/10/2026

It’s not just a van – OSF OnCall Connect On the Go is an exam room on wheels.

Real providers. Real care. Right in your community.

04/08/2026

🌼Shout out to Krystle C., RN, for receiving the DAISY Award!🌼

The award is a national recognition that honors nurses for going above and beyond to care for their patients. Winners are nominated by patients and their families.

🌼Great work, Krystle!

Nominate a caregiver: https://bit.ly/4clvwUp

04/07/2026

Calling all pups! 🐶

Be like Jagger and become a therapy dog for us! Auditions are 9 a.m. on April 25 at OSF Saint Anthony in the Foundation Room. Applications are due by April 20!

Learn more and sign up: https://bit.ly/4rOQmjy

Also check out Jagger at work!

🐶WIFR-23: https://bit.ly/4lJYlNo
🐶WTVO-17: https://bit.ly/3PpEyXH

04/06/2026

🐰🐣Some bunny loves you! 🐰🐣

This sweet baby girl graced us with her presence on Easter Sunday! Congratulations to the happy family!

And, special shout out to our OB Mission Partners who put together themed baskets for babies born on holidays throughout the year.

https://bit.ly/4sQL88h

04/06/2026

Vertigo can be a real pain for those who suffer.

Our physical therapists can help. Check out the story on WIFR-23 to see how our Belvidere team is helping patients.

https://bit.ly/4v9NfWj

04/06/2026

In this edition of Mission Partner Monday, we spotlight Kelly P., business development and employer relations specialist!

Kelly just recently joined OSF.

“As a business development specialist I focus on employer relations,” said Kelly. “I connect local employers to the products and services that OSF offers.”

Our Mission at OSF is to serve with the greatest care and love.

“To me this means giving support, help and guidance to everyone with an open heart and pure intentions,” said Kelly. “I look forward to serving our Rockford community with the greatest care and love by providing services that will help make our workforce stronger and healthier.”

Fun facts:
1. “I love to travel and explore new places.”
2. “My favorite trips include visiting the mountains in Denver, enjoying the music and food in New Orleans, the beaches in the Dominican Republic and the Eiffel Tower in Paris.”

Work with us! https://bit.ly/3POptz3

04/04/2026

🌷Spring🌷is here! And for many, that means so are allergies 🤧

Our own Mary O'Meara, APRN, talked with WIFR-23 about how allergy season could be worse this year.

Watch the story: https://bit.ly/4tkCCyb