WVU Medicine Summersville Regional Medical Center

01/13/2026

We are so excited to announce… APPALACHIAN IS COMING TO THE HOSPITAL!! 🤎

Be on the lookout for our opening in February! We are so thankful for the opportunity to expand the shop and THANK YOU to our amazing customers who support our local business ☕️

01/08/2026

💛 A historic milestone was recently celebrated at WVU Medicine Summersville Regional Medical Center as the first patient completed chemotherapy treatments at the facility.

After beginning care at WVU Medicine United Hospital Center, Gary Fazenbaker was able to finish his treatments in Summersville, surrounded by the comfort and support of his own community.

This milestone is especially meaningful for the SRMC team, as Gary is the father of Angela Fazenbaker, RN, a dedicated Emergency Department nurse at the hospital.

As Gary rang the bell to mark the completion of his chemotherapy, it echoed as a powerful symbol of hope, perseverance, and the impact of keeping promises to our patients and communities to bring care close to home.

📸 Pictured: Gary Fazenbaker and his family alongside members of the SRMC team as he rings the bell to celebrate completing treatment.

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12/29/2025

12/29/2025

Summersville Regional Medical Center Nurse Receives DAISY Award

An Operating Room nurse at WVU Medicine Summersville Regional Medical Center (SRMC) was recently recognized with the DAISY Award for Extraordinary Nurses.

Brittaney O’Dell, RN, was honored for her outstanding dedication in the Operating Room, where she is known for her strong work ethic, teamwork, and compassionate patient care. Her positive attitude and willingness to go above and beyond make her a valued member of the SRMC team.

Congratulations, Brittaney, and thank you for all that you do!

The photo below shows Brittaney O’Dell, RN, with her DAISY Award.

12/19/2025

WVU Medicine Announces Forest Hannah as Vice President of Finance for Central Region Critical Access Hospital
WVU Medicine is pleased to announce the appointment of Forest Hannah as Vice President of Finance for WVU Medicine St. Joseph’s Hospital, WVU Medicine Summersville Regional Medical Center, and WVU Medicine Braxton County Memorial Hospital - the three Critical Access Hospitals within WVU Medicine’s Central Region
Hannah brings more than two decades of financial leadership experience across healthcare, government, and private-sector organizations. In his new role, he will oversee financial strategy, budgeting, reporting, and operational finance functions for all three hospitals, supporting long-term sustainability while ensuring continued access to high-quality care for the rural communities they serve.
Most recently, Hannah has served as Director of Internal Operations for the West Virginia Department of Education, where he provides fiscal oversight for the WV Board of Education, the Department of Education, and 40 institutional education facilities statewide. His responsibilities include executive budget development, federal and state reporting, cash and grants management, procurement, audit coordination, and fixed asset oversight.
Prior to that role, Hannah held senior financial leadership positions within healthcare systems, including Executive Director of Finance at Boone Memorial Hospital and Accounts Payable leadership at Vandalia Health, where he managed and mentored a systemwide finance team. Earlier in his career, he served as Chief Financial Officer and Director of Operations for Northwestern Mutual’s Charleston network office, overseeing financial reporting, budgeting, payroll, contract negotiations, and operational leadership across West Virginia.
"Ensuring the long-term health of our communities starts with strong fiscal leadership. Forest’s impressive background in both healthcare and public-sector finance provides the exact perspective we need to navigate the complexities of rural medicine," Leslie Lawson, President of WVU Medicine Summersville Regional Medical Center and Braxton County Memorial Hospital, said.
Hannah holds a Master of Science in Accounting from Southern New Hampshire University, a Master of Science in Healthcare & Business Administration from Marshall University, and a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from West Virginia University.
“I am honored to join WVU Medicine and be part of an organization that plays such a vital role in the health of our state,” Hannah said. “I look forward to working alongside this talented team to support the mission and continue building a strong, sustainable future. I am incredibly grateful for the opportunity to serve Braxton County Memorial Hospital, Summersville Regional Medical Center, and St. Joseph’s Hospital - facilities that are vital to the families and communities who depend on them every day.”
Hannah resides in Charleston, West Virginia, with his wife of 15 years, Christina. They have two children, Charlie and Elayna. Outside of work, he enjoys spending time with his family, church, trout fishing, turkey hunting, and caring for their two dogs, Babe Ruth and Bella.

12/19/2025

WVU President Michael T. Benson visited Summersville as part of his Welcome Home Tour. Local leaders and community members gathered to greet him and hear upd...

12/18/2025

Summersville Regional Medical Center Welcomes WVU President Michael Benson

The team at WVU Medicine Summersville Regional Medical Center (SRMC) was proud to welcome WVU President Michael T. Benson to Summersville as part of his “Welcome Home Tour.”

During his stop at SRMC, President Benson toured the hospital, taking time to connect with team members and learn more about the care they provide to the community.

President Benson’s stop in Nicholas County marks the 35th of West Virginia’s 55 counties he has visited since becoming the university’s president in July. His goal is to visit them all by next summer.

Thank you, President Benson, for visiting and for your continued support of rural health and the Summersville community.

The photo below shows WVU President Michael T. Benson with the Summersville Regional Medical Center team during a recent visit.

11/24/2025

11/22/2025

WVU Medicine has officially broken ground on a new Cancer Institute at Summersville Regional Medical Center, bringing expanded cancer care closer to home for...

11/22/2025

11/14/2025

To our veteran employees: We are deeply grateful for the unique skills, leadership, and commitment you bring to our company every single day. Your service is an inspiration. Thank you for answering the call then, and for continuing to lead here now. We salute you!