Sheridan Memorial Hospital

11/20/2025

November is Diabetes Awareness Month 💙🩺

Diabetes occurs when the body either doesn't produce enough insulin—a hormone that helps move glucose into your cells for energy—or cannot effectively use the insulin it makes.

According to the Wyoming Department of Health, about 8% of Wyoming adults have been diagnosed with diabetes. Here in Sheridan County, that number is closer to 11%.

In this article, SMH dietitian and diabetes education coordinator Sarah Sommers, RD, LD, CDCES, shares valuable insight into diabetes, ways to reduce your risk and what to do if you're diagnosed.

Read more at https://www.sheridanhospital.org/diabetes-awareness-month-offers-opportunity-to-reflect-on-lifestyle-habits/.

Motivated by the leadership and commitment of O’Dell Construction’s Rebecca and Will O’Dell, Shawn and Lisa O’Dell strengthened the momentum by adding a personal contribution of $20,000. Together, their combined efforts created the $45,000 O’Dell Match Challenge, a call to action that reso...

11/19/2025

Sheridan Memorial Hospital is pleased to welcome Dr. Luke Leary to our hospitalist team! 🩺👋

Originally from Mississippi, Dr. Leary was inspired to pursue medicine after seeing other doctors build lasting relationships with their patients and communities. He looks forward to connecting with his patients and contributing to his new community, while also cheering on Ole Miss, enjoying the outdoors and spending time with his wife and six-month-old daughter.

Learn more about Dr. Leary at https://www.sheridanhospital.org/hospital-physician-drawn-to-community-commitment-to-health/.

Motivated by the leadership and commitment of O’Dell Construction’s Rebecca and Will O’Dell, Shawn and Lisa O’Dell strengthened the momentum by adding a personal contribution of $20,000. Together, their combined efforts created the $45,000 O’Dell Match Challenge, a call to action that reso...

11/18/2025

Meet Kenzie Rios, an administrative assistant at Sheridan Memorial Hospital’s Women’s Clinic! 👋🌸

Kenzie has been part of the team for eight months. She was inspired to pursue a career in women’s healthcare after her own pregnancy journey and hopes to help other women feel just as cared for and supported.

When she’s not being one of the first friendly faces our patients see when they enter the clinic, Kenzie enjoys spending time at the lake or in parks, going for walks with her husband and two children and ice skating.

Looking for compassionate, patient-centered women’s healthcare? Kenzie and the rest of the Women’s Clinic team are here for you. Call the Women’s Clinic at 307.672.2522 or visit sheridanwomensclinic.org to schedule an appointment and learn more.

11/17/2025

Please join us in welcoming anesthesiologist Dr. Andrew Ferris and Emergency Department physician Dr. Kelsey Ferris to Sheridan Memorial Hospital and our community! 👩‍⚕️👨‍⚕️

A Sheridan native, Dr. Andrew Ferris returns home after completing medical residencies at Yale University with his wife and serving in the U.S. Air Force.

Originally from Utah, Dr. Kelsey Ferris brings her passion for problem-solving and patient-centered care to our Emergency Department.

The couple looks forward to caring for patients here in Sheridan while raising their two young sons and enjoying Wyoming’s great outdoors.

Learn more about Dr. Andrew and Dr. Kelsey Ferris at https://www.sheridanhospital.org/hospital-welcomes-drs-andrew-and-kelsey-ferris/.

Motivated by the leadership and commitment of O’Dell Construction’s Rebecca and Will O’Dell, Shawn and Lisa O’Dell strengthened the momentum by adding a personal contribution of $20,000. Together, their combined efforts created the $45,000 O’Dell Match Challenge, a call to action that reso...

11/17/2025

Northeast Wyoming Pediatric Associates, P.C. has put together 25 Thanksgiving meals for families who may need a little extra support this holiday season. Each package includes a turkey voucher for Ridleys, along with all the fixings for a full Thanksgiving dinner. 🦃🍁

If your family could benefit from one of these meals, or if you'd like more information, please contact NEWPA at 307.675.5555.

11/17/2025

An important message for our patients 📱📣

Sheridan Memorial Hospital is still experiencing technical issues with outgoing calls; however, patients can continue to reach us by phone without any difficulty.

While we work to resolve this, you may receive text messages from our teams as an alternative means of communication.

If you have any questions, please call the hospital at 307.672.1000 or contact your clinic directly.

We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your patience and understanding!

11/15/2025

Meet ATV rider, avid reader, nurse practitioner and nurse midwife Krista Frank, DNP, CNM, FNP-C! 🌸👋🏻

Krista joined our Women’s Clinic team two years ago and has been a nurse practitioner and nurse midwife for five years. She has a particular love for working with teenagers and practicing obstetrics, providing care and guidance throughout pregnancy and the postpartum period.

When she’s not caring for patients at the Women’s Clinic, Krista can be found riding ATVs and dirt bikes, camping and curling up with a good book.

Looking for compassionate, patient-centered women’s healthcare? Krista and the rest of the Women’s Clinic team are here for you. Call the Women’s Clinic at 307.672.2522 or visit http://sheridanwomensclinic.org to schedule an appointment and learn more.

11/14/2025

Join us in celebrating several of our amazing teams who make a difference every day at Sheridan Memorial Hospital! 🎉

🏥 National Nurse Practitioner Week (November 9 – 15): Our nurse practitioners provide excellent, patient-centered care across a wide range of service lines, from the Women’s Clinic and Primary Care to the Heart Center, Sheridan Green House and beyond. They are essential members of our care teams, offering expert clinical assessments and compassionate care to our patients and their families.

💙 Community Foundation Week (November 12 – 18): The Sheridan Memorial Hospital Foundation’s incredible team and board members champion our mission every day and play a vital role in strengthening the care we provide at SMH. Through fundraising efforts like the annual Link – Partners in Pink 5K, community partnerships, donor stewardship and funding for staff scholarships and essential equipment, the Foundation helps ensure our teams can continue operating at the highest level of excellence.

We are grateful for the dedication, expertise and heart these teams bring to our hospital, and we invite you to help us thank them for all they do!

11/14/2025

Sheridan Memorial Hospital’s outpatient clinics and services are fully operational following yesterday’s power outage. Thank you to everyone for your patience and understanding while we worked through the situation. 🏥💙

We are currently experiencing technical issues with outgoing calls, but patients can still reach us by phone without any difficulty. While we work to resolve this, you may receive text messages from members of our teams as an alternative way to communicate.

Thank you again to everyone who helped restore power and keep our community safe!

11/14/2025

Reports from power companies indicate power has been fully restored across Sheridan County. ✅️

With service restored, the warming and charging shelter at the Sheridan County Fairgrounds is now closed.

Thank you to everyone who worked to bring power back to our community and keep Sheridan County safe during this time!

✅ Power Restored in Sheridan County ✅

Reports from the power companies indicate that power has been fully restored across Sheridan County.

With service restored, the warming and charging shelter at the Sheridan County Fairgrounds is now closed.

At this time, we have not received information about what caused the outage, but we’ll share any updates as they become available.

Thank you to our residents for your patience and to the utility crews, first responders, and volunteers who worked quickly to restore power and assist the community.

11/14/2025

Power outage update - Warming and charging station open at Sheridan County Fairgrounds ⚠️

Sheridan County Emergency Management has opened the Sheridan County Fairgrounds Events Hall at 1753 Victoria Street in Sheridan for anyone needing a warm place to go or a location to power medical devices or charge equipment during the ongoing outage.

Please see the release/post from Sheridan County Emergency Management for more information.