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Vandalia Health Davis Medical Center recognizes Haderman with DAISY Award for nursing excellence
May 21, 2026
Vandalia Health Davis Medical Center has recognized Janie Haderman, RN, with the DAISY Award for Extraordinary Nurses for providing exceptional compassionate care after receiving a heartfelt nomination from a patient.
Vandalia Health Davis Medical Center earns NICHE Exemplar redesignation for excellence in care for older adults
May 20, 2026
Vandalia Health Davis Medical Center has once again achieved Exemplar status for its Nurses Improving Care for Healthsystem Elders (NICHE) program, earning a redesignation that reflects the hospital’s sustained commitment to providing quality, specialized care for older adult patients.
Vandalia Health Broaddus Hospital expands access to lung health screenings for coal miners
May 13, 2026
Vandalia Health Broaddus Hospital expands access to lung health screenings for coal miners
Vandalia Health Davis Medical Center names Gainer interim Chief Administrative Officer
April 27, 2026
Vandalia Health Davis Medical Center has named James Gainer, MD, as interim Chief Administrative Officer (CAO), effective April 21, 2026.
Vandalia Health celebrates National Certified Nurses Day and supports professional development through Signing Day initiative
March 23, 2026
Vandalia Health is proud to recognize its nationally certified nurses and those pursuing professional development as part of National Certified Nurses Day, observed annually on March 19.
Vandalia Health Pharmacy relocates to Cowen Clinic
March 23, 2026
Vandalia Health proudly announces the relocation of Vandalia Health Pharmacy in Cowen to a new space inside the Vandalia Health Cowen Clinic, offering patients added convenience and continued personalized service.
Vandalia Health welcomes family medicine physician Shayla Koerner to Davis Medical Center
February 26, 2026
Vandalia Health is pleased to welcome Shayla Koerner, MD, to its Davis Medical Center Primary Care team.
Vandalia Health Webster Memorial Hospital announces first DAISY Award recipient for nursing excellence
December 02, 2025
Vandalia Health Webster Memorial Hospital proudly announces its first-ever DAISY Award honoree, Emily Harris, LPN, from the hospital’s Cowen Clinic location. Harris was selected for her exceptional teamwork, compassion and dedication to patient care, marking an important milestone as Webster Memorial Hospital launches its internationally recognized DAISY Award program.
Vandalia Health’s Kerns-Galloway honored for statewide impact in recovery support
November 10, 2025
Jessica Kerns-Galloway, PRSS, MHT, Doula, Mother Baby Care Co-Coordinator, a leader in peer recovery support at Vandalia Health Davis Medical Center, has been named the 2025 Recovery Community Statewide Impact Award of the Year recipient by the West Virginia Department of Human Services (DoHS), Office of Drug Control Policy, and the Bureau for Behavioral Health.
Vandalia Health Davis Medical Center honors first DAISY Award recipient for nursing excellence
November 10, 2025
Vandalia Health Davis Medical Center proudly announces Erin Wamsley, RN, as its first-ever recipient of the DAISY Award for Extraordinary Nurses.
Vandalia Health launches fall semester of Davis Academy mentorship program for area high school students
September 29, 2025
The 2025–2026 fall semester of Vandalia Health’s Davis Academy is underway at Vandalia Health Davis Medical Center and Vandalia Health Broaddus Hospital, with 25 high school students from Randolph and Barbour counties gaining hands-on experience in health care careers through this immersive internship program.
Eagle-eyed golfers drive $49K in charitable contributions at the 19th Annual Davis Health System Foundation Golf Classic
September 15, 2025
On Monday, Sept. 8, the 19th Annual Davis Health System Foundation Golf Classic teed off in spectacular fashion at the prestigious Pete Dye Golf Club, raising more than $49,000 for vital community health initiatives. With nearly 100 enthusiastic golfers hitting the greens in a competitive shotgun scramble format, the event proved once again to be a hole-in-one for charity.
Vandalia Health Davis hospitals to recognize nurses with DAISY Award for extraordinary care
September 04, 2025
Vandalia Health Davis Medical Center, Vandalia Health Broaddus Hospital and Vandalia Health Webster Memorial Hospital proudly announce the launch of the DAISY Award recognition program honoring nurses who provide exceptional, compassionate care to their patients.
Vandalia Health expands real-time ER wait times across northern region
July 11, 2025
Vandalia Health has expanded access to real-time emergency room (ER) wait times throughout its northern region with the recent launch of the website feature for Webster Memorial Hospital in Webster Springs and Broaddus Hospital in Philippi.
Vandalia Health Physicians Achieve Board Certification for Foot and Ankle Surgery
July 07, 2025
Vandalia Health Davis Medical Center physicians Hannah Hughes, DPM, and Michael Hurst, DPM, have achieved board certification through the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery’s (ABFAS) certification exam.
Davis Medical Center is Recognized for Exceptional Care for Older Adults
July 25, 2024
In a remarkable achievement that underscores its commitment to providing exceptional care for older adults, Davis Medical Center (DMC) has been awarded Exemplar Status by the Nurses Improving Care for Healthsystem Elders (NICHE) program. DMC is the only West Virginia hospital to reach the Exemplar level.
Davis Medical Center Celebrates Healthy Vision Month with Free Eye Screenings
July 19, 2024
In celebration of Healthy Vision Month, Davis Medical Center is excited to host a special event featuring complimentary eye screenings. The event will take place on Thursday, July 25 from 11 am until 12:30 pm in the DMC Marketplace.
DMC Food Farmacy Combats Food Insecurity
July 18, 2024
Davis Medical Center’s population health program is preparing to launch its third Food Farmacy cohort, a program aimed at addressing food insecurity and improving health outcomes for patients with diabetes.
Davis Health Encourages Well Child Visits Ahead of Back-to-School Season
July 01, 2024
“Well child visits are an opportunity for us to partner with parents in supporting their child’s health and development. By ensuring that children are up to date on vaccinations and screenings, we can help them stay healthy and perform their best in school,” said Davis Medical Center Pediatrician Amanda Pennington, MD.
Health Screenings at Pride in the Park Event
June 28, 2024
Davis Medical Center, Charleston Area Medical Center (CAMC) Mobile Unit, and the Ryan White HIV/AIDS Program, among others, will provide testing from 11 am until 2 pm.
Orthopedic Program achieves Gold Seal of Approval
January 05, 2024
Tygart Valley Orthopedics and Sports Medicine of Davis Medical Center has achieved the Gold Seal of Approval® from the Joint Commission. The Certificates of Distinction for Joint Replacement Hip and Knee demonstrates commitment to the highest-level care and safety for patients.
Davis Medical Center Introduces Inpatient Dialysis
December 01, 2023
Davis Medical Center (DMC) has launched an innovative inpatient dialysis program to accommodate patients requiring specialized medical care.