Santiam Hospital & Clinics

03/09/2026

Understanding dementia and brain health can bring many questions, but you don’t have to navigate it alone. 💜 We invite our community to join us for two upcoming opportunities to learn, connect, and find support.

📅 March 10 | 10–11 a.m.
Building Foundations of Caregiving
Santiam Hospital & Clinics
This educational class offers practical tools, guidance, and resources to help caregivers build confidence and navigate the caregiving journey.

📅 March 20 | 10 a.m.–2 p.m.
Alzheimer’s Association Community Conference
Roth’s Event Center, Salem
A free community event focused on brain health, the latest Alzheimer’s research, and local resources supporting individuals and families impacted by dementia. Lunch will be provided.

Registration is required for both events.
To register, call 800-272-3900 or visit alz.org/CRF.

03/07/2026

On Wednesday, Maggie Hudson, MBA, President & CEO of Santiam Hospital & Clinics, and Cheryl Nester Wolfe, MSN, RN, President & CEO of Salem Health Hospitals & Clinics, joined the Stayton Sublimity Chamber Greeters and local Rotary members for a conversation about the future of health care in our region.

Together, they discussed how the partnership between Santiam Hospital & Clinics and Salem Health & Hospitals & Clinics will help expand access to services, strengthen care close to home, and continue to invest in the Santiam Canyon community.

Thank you to the local business and community leaders who joined the discussion and shared thoughtful questions. Maggie and Cheryl have enjoyed the thoughtful conversations and relationships.

To learn more about the partnership, visit:

👉 https://santiamhospital.org/salem-health-announcement/

Sublimity Chamber of Commerce

03/06/2026

On Tuesday, Maggie Hudson, MBA, President & CEO of Santiam Hospital & Clinics and Cheryl Nester Wolfe, MSN, RN, President & CEO of Salem Health Hospitals & Clinics, joined community members for a Town Hall located at the Salem Public Library. The event provided an opportunity to share updates and take questions about the partnership and what it means for the future of health care in our region.

Most importantly, both leaders shared a strong commitment to growing services, retaining staff, and investing in the future of the Santiam Canyon because this is about meeting the needs of our community today, tomorrow and for decades to come. This is a strategic partnership for the future.

We appreciate everyone who took the time to attend the townhall and be a part of the conversation on Tuesday night.

This is growth. This is access. This is community.

To learn more about the partnership visit:
👉 Salem Health Announcement - Santiam Hospital

03/05/2026

Provider Highlight: Michael Matthews, MD ✨

Dr. Michael Matthews is a family medicine physician at Santiam Hospital & Clinics who brings a deep commitment to community-centered, patient-focused care. With roots in rural medicine and years of experience serving small communities, Dr. Matthews values building trust, listening first, and caring for patients through every stage of life.

Dr. Matthews believes strong relationships are the foundation of great care. He’s passionate about empowering patients with education and guidance so they can take an active role in their health.

Now caring for patients at Sublimity Medical Clinic and supporting newborn care, Dr. Matthews is proud to serve the Santiam community and continue the tradition of compassionate, close-to-home family medicine!

03/03/2026

Colorectal cancer is one of the leading causes of cancer deaths, yet it is highly treatable when caught early. Screening starts at age 45 for most adults. Learn why it matters and how to protect your health in this recent feature from the Statesman Journal.

March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, so learn more about screening and risk factors.

03/03/2026

Last Friday, Cheryl Nester Wolfe, MSN, RN, CEO & President of Salem Health Hospitals & Clinics, and Maggie Hudson, MBA, CEO & President of Santiam Hospital & Clinics, had the opportunity to meet with the Stayton Sublimity Chamber of Commerce Board to talk about what partnership truly means for our community.

They highlighted how the partnership will help ensure patients who need care can seamlessly access services in the future with one My Chart while working together to bring more specialty services closer to home right here in the canyon.

Most importantly, both leaders shared a strong commitment to growing services, retaining staff, and investing in the future of the Santiam Canyon because this is about meeting the needs of our community today and for generations to come.

This is growth. This is access. This is community.

To Learn more about the partnership visit:
👉 https://santiamhospital.org/salem-health-announcement/

03/03/2026

Brighten your space and support a great cause 🌷

Join us for the Santiam Hospital & Clinics Auxiliary Tulip Sale on April 1-3, 9:00am - 4:00pm in the main lobby. Tulips are $10 per bunch while supplies last, with proceeds benefiting the Auxiliary Scholarship Program and helping fund essential items for hospital departments. Stop by, grab a bouquet, and help us spread a little spring cheer.

03/02/2026

Reminder: Community Town Hall – Tuesday, March 3 | 4:30–5:30 PM

Join leadership from Santiam Hospital & Clinics and Salem Health Hospitals & Clinics for an evening of discussion, connection, and community.

📍 Location: Salem Public Library
585 Liberty St SE, Salem, OR 97301

Hear directly from Cheryl Nester Wolfe, MSN, RN, President & CEO of Salem Health Hospitals & Clinics, and Maggie Hudson, MBA, President & CEO of Santiam Hospital & Clinics. They’ll share updates on the partnership and answer your questions in an open, welcoming setting.

💬 Have a question you’d like addressed? Submit it in advance here:
https://schedule.planhero.com/.../bff.../community-town-hall

We look forward to seeing you Tuesday!

03/02/2026

We’re hiring a Family Medicine Provider to join our team at Santiam Hospital & Clinic! This position offers a supportive practice environment, a full patient panel, and a balanced schedule with dedicated administrative time.

If you’re looking to practice full-spectrum family medicine in a community-focused, not-for-profit hospital, we’d love to hear from you.

For more information, visit: https://shorturl.at/pCuOl

02/27/2026

What a night! Seeing our community show up, speak up, and lean into thoughtful conversation reminded us exactly why this place is so special. Thank you for bringing your curiosity, care, and respect to the table. We truly valued every question and every voice.

Because of your participation, we were able to talk openly about:
✅ How this partnership began
✅ The realities of today’s health care financial landscape
✅ The future of leadership and charitable foundations
✅ Access to care and what this partnership could mean for patients and families
✅ What’s next for our partnership—and so much more

Our hope is that you left feeling informed, listened to, and with a better sense of what this partnership could mean for our neighbors, our families, and our community.

👉 Couldn’t make it? Still have questions?
Our next Community Town Hall is March 17th at 6:00 p.m. - Snow Peak Brewery.

For updates and information, visit:
👉https://santiamhospital.org/salem-health-announcement/

We look forward to continuing the conversation and seeing you there!

Accessibility matters to us:
ASL interpretation will be available at all town halls.

Intérprete de español estará disponible en cada reunión comunitaria.

02/26/2026

Santiam Hospital & Clinics is proud to support Marion County’s efforts as part of the Climate and Health Adaptation Plan Grants Committee. We invite you to join us for an interactive training designed to help organizations build capacity and write competitive grants!

When: March 18, 2026 | 12:00–1:30 PM
Where:
In-Person: Marion County Health & Human Services, 3160 Center St. NE, Salem, OR 97301
Online: Link provided in follow-up email

What to Expect:
Learn grant writing strategies from Evelyn McCoy-Harris, who has 9 years of experience in grant research, writing, budget development, and project management, securing over $30 million in nonprofit funding.

In-person attendees will also review current grant opportunities and brainstorm potential collaborations with other organizations.

This training is open to any organization serving Marion County.

Sign up here: https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/019c7d8199d97288bf4ccd36a9aeb3c0

Please share this opportunity with anyone who might benefit. We look forward to seeing you there!