Sheridan Memorial Hospital

04/16/2026

Deciding whether you or a loved one may need long-term care can feel stressful and uncomfortable. But starting the conversation early — before a crisis occurs — and approaching it with patience and empathy can make all the difference. 💕

In this article, Sheridan Memorial Hospital’s Case Management and Utilization Review Manager, Valerie Caties, LCSW, shares key considerations when planning for long-term care, including how to research care options, understand costs and gather or create important legal documents.

No matter where you are in the process, Sheridan Memorial Hospital offers resource guides, case management assistance and multiple levels of care to support you and your loved ones every step of the way.

To read the full article, visit https://www.sheridanhospital.org/understanding-planning-for-long-term-care/.

Are you or someone you love aging and hoping to remain independent at home? It is natural to have concerns about safety, health and the ability to manage daily life.

04/14/2026

Sheridan Orthopedic Associates’ podiatrist, Dr. Daniel Peterson, recently joined Sheridan Media’s Public Pulse to share insights on common foot and ankle conditions, when it may be time to seek care and today’s available treatment options. 👣👨‍⚕️

Dr. Peterson is a fellowship-trained foot and ankle surgeon who has practiced in Sheridan for more than two years. He specializes in diagnosing and treating a wide range of lower-extremity conditions — from sports injuries and fractures to deformities, arthritis and chronic foot and ankle pain.

Listen to Dr. Peterson’s full appearance on Public Pulse and learn more about foot and ankle care at https://www.sheridanhospital.org/dr-peterson-discusses-foot-ankle-health-on-public-pulse/.

Sheridan Orthopedic Associates Dr. Daniel Peterson recently joined host Aaron Palmer on Sheridan Media's Public Pulse for a wide-ranging conversation about foot and ankle health and the care available locally through Sheridan Memorial Hospital.

04/10/2026

This April, join Sheridan Memorial Hospital in recognizing National Donate Life Month by raising awareness about organ, eye and tissue donation and honoring those who have given the gift of life. 💝

Approximately 1,000 people in Wyoming and Colorado are currently waiting for a lifesaving organ transplant, and more than 100,000 are waiting nationwide.

You have the power to make a difference! Learn more about organ, eye and tissue donation, read impactful stories about donors and the lives they saved and register to become a donor at http://donatelifewyoming.org (Donate Life Wyoming) or http://donoralliance.org.

04/08/2026

Happy Patient Access Week! 🎉

This week, April 5 – 11, Sheridan Memorial Hospital is celebrating the important work our Patient Access and Patient Scheduling teams do every day to help ensure a seamless healthcare experience for every patient who walks through our doors.

From scheduling appointments and verifying insurance to collecting patients' medical information and helping them navigate our facilities, these individuals are crucial to our hospital’s mission to serve our community with excellent, patient-centered care.

Please join us in thanking these professionals for their hard work!

04/07/2026

We’re delighted to share that the National Rural Health Association recently recognized Sheridan Memorial Hospital as one of the Top 20 Rural & Community Hospitals in the country in 2026. 🎉

This ranking is based on an evaluation by the Chartis Center for Rural Health of approximately 800 healthcare facilities around the nation.

“We are honored to be recognized alongside other exceptional healthcare systems as this reinforces the work we do each day to provide excellent, patient-centered care close to home,” Sheridan Memorial Hospital’s CEO Mike McCafferty said. “I’m grateful to the teams at SMH that ensure our community can rely on us to deliver high-quality care as part of their healthcare journey.”

To learn more about this recognition, visit https://www.sheridanhospital.org/sheridan-memorial-hospital-named-among-top-20/.

Sheridan Memorial Hospital was recently named one of the top 20 rural and community hospitals in the country.

04/03/2026

Our SameDay Health & Imaging clinic will be closed this Sunday, April 5, so our team members can enjoy the holiday with their families, friends and loved ones. 🐰🐣

The clinic will be open during its regular hours on Saturday, April 4, from 9 am – 4 pm, and on Monday, April 6, from 6:30 am – 5:30 pm.

We appreciate your understanding and wish you a happy Easter!

04/03/2026

On Tuesday, March 3, the Sheridan County Commission approved an affiliation and services agreement that lays the groundwork for Sheridan Memorial Hospital's strategic partnership with Billings Clinic — a step designed to strengthen local healthcare while preserving our independence as a county memorial hospital. 🤝🏥

This affiliation creates new opportunities for collaboration between our two organizations, including clinical programs, technology and operational support. It also positions Sheridan Memorial Hospital to achieve meaningful cost efficiencies while continuing to serve our community with excellent, patient-centered care.

To learn more, visit https://www.sheridanhospital.org/sheridan-memorial-hospital-moves-forward-with-billings-clinic-affiliation/.

A new entity, Sheridan Health, has been formed as a Wyoming nonprofit corporation to facilitate the affiliation, which brings together the best of our community leadership and industry expertise to continue serving patients in northern Wyoming.

04/02/2026

Earlier this week, The Barn Door Market by Heinrich Ranch helped Sheridan Memorial Hospital celebrate National Doctors’ Day with a beautiful charcuterie spread in our physicians’ lounge, featuring specialty cheeses, dried fruits, fresh berries and The Barn Door Market’s signature flavored almonds and walnuts. 🥖🧀🍇

Thank you to The Barn Door Market, Babe's Flowers and Rooted in Wyoming for coming together to create such a special celebration for our physicians and all they do to serve our community with excellent, patient-centered care!

04/01/2026

It may be April Fool’s Day, but we promise the April drink specials at the Sidewalk Café are no joke! 🤡☕️

Looking for something sweet to get you in the mood for the Easter Bunny’s visit? Try the Bunny Fuel Red Bull, flavored with peach, blackberry and watermelon syrups and topped with a touch of glitter. Ready to welcome warmer weather with something a little more tropical? Give the Coconut Macadamia Latte a try and make it sugar-free if you’d like!

Located in Sheridan Memorial Hospital’s Outpatient Center (1333 West 5th Street).

03/30/2026

Our friends at Vitalant - Rocky Mountain need healthy blood donors to participate in the Sheridan Community Blood Drive happening this week! 🩸

📆 Monday, March 30 | Now – 5:45 pm
📆 Tuesday, March 31 | 12 – 5:45 pm
📆 Wednesday, April 1 | 9 am – 3 pm

📍 Sheridan County Fairgrounds Exhibit Hall (1753 Victoria Street)

Donors are strongly encouraged to schedule their appointment ahead of time at http://donors.vitalant.org or by calling Annie at 406.860.6007. Walk-ins are welcome for those who are unable to schedule an appointment.