Knox Community Hospital

Hospitals & Clinics
1330 Coshocton Ave, Mount Vernon, OH 43050

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KCH Welcomes New Gastroenterology Doctor
Nov 1, 2024
KCH has added Gastroenterology as a new service line and welcomes Aslam Syed, MD, as the new Gastroenterology (GI) doctor.
Foundation for KCH hosts Giving Wednesday
Oct 22, 2024
Mark your calendars for Oct. 23, the Foundation for Knox Community Hospital will be holding a 24-hour giving period for donations to be made towards our Emergency Room Expansion. We have a compelling community need to improve access to healthcare. As our population continues to increase, the need for emergency medical care has also increased. Space has become a challenge.
Knox Community Hospital addresses IV fluid shortage amid hurricane aftermath
Oct 15, 2024
Knox Community Hospital (KCH) is addressing the shortage of intravenous (IV) fluids created by the destruction of Hurricane Helene.
KCH makes progress on ER expansion project
Sep 17, 2024
Knox Community Hospital (KCH) is in the process of breaking ground for the capital project to renovate and expand the ER – adding much-needed space for improved access, and maintaining comfort and privacy for its patients.
KCH Hosts Annual Breast Cancer Education Event
Sep 11, 2024
The Knox Community Hospital Center for Cancer Care encourages you to join us at our breast cancer education event on Wednesday, October 16, at 4:30 PM.
KCH recognizes September as Sepsis Awareness Month
Aug 20, 2024
Knox Community Hospital is recognizing Sepsis Awareness Month during the month of September. Sepsis is your body’s overwhelming and toxic response to an infection. It kills over 350,000 adults in the U.S every year.
26th annual ‘Go Pink for a Cure’ raises funds for breast cancer
Aug 13, 2024
The 26th Annual Go Pink for a Cure was held in June at the Mount Vernon Country Club. More than 100 participants gathered in their assorted pinks to pay tribute to all those affected by breast cancer.
KCH to expand emergency room
Jul 9, 2024
For many in the community, the ER is the “front door” to the Knox Community Hospital (KCH).
KCH recognized with 2024 Population Health Pioneer Award
Jul 2, 2024
Knox Community Hospital was recently recognized as a winner of the 2024 Population Health Pioneer Awards, presented by CVS Accountable Care.
Food For The Hungry receives recognition from Ohio Senate
Jun 25, 2024
Food For The Hungry (FFTH) received unexpected recognition from The General Assembly of The State of Ohio - Ohio Senate for its Summer Grant Program.
KCH employee honored at statewide conference
Jun 17, 2024
Knox Community Hospital’s Stroke Program Coordinator, Amanda Wells, RN, was recognized at the Ohio Hospital Association’s (OHA) annual awards dinner on Tuesday, June 11, as a nominee for the 2024 OHA HealthCare Worker of the Year. The event was attended by more than 350 healthcare staff and OHA officials.
KCH recognizes first quarter Daisy and Sunflower Award winners
Jun 8, 2024
Knox Community Hospital (KCH) is proud to announce its two Daisy Award Winners for the first quarter of 2024.
Knox Community Hospital to host free community program on dementia
May 28, 2024
The Alzheimer's Association Northwest Ohio Chapter will present a free community program about having difficult dementia-related conversations hosted by Knox Community Hospital on June 6, from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.
Knox Community Hospital hosts annual Cancer Survivor Event
May 28, 2024
To celebrate and recognize local cancer survivors, Knox Community Hospital (KCH) invites the community to attend the Cancer Survivor Event on Wednesday, June 19.
Knox Community Hospital Auxiliary awards 12 scholarships to Knox County students
May 21, 2024
The Knox Community Hospital Auxiliary recently awarded 12 $1,000 scholarships to area high school and college students pursuing an undergraduate degree in health care.
Former KCH VP releases inaugural book, 'I'll Never Forget'
Apr 29, 2024
In her inaugural book, "I’ll Never Forget," Dana Ullom-Vucelich (Knox Community Hospital’s former VP of human resources and Ohio’s Distinguished Young Woman program participant and 30+ year state program emcee) shares her passion for intergenerational relationships.
Knox Community Hospital recognizes National Stroke Awareness Month
Apr 23, 2024
Knox Community Hospital recognizes May as National Stroke Awareness Month.
Role of Nurse Practitioners in Specialty Care - Cardiology
Apr 16, 2024
Nurse Practitioners bring a comprehensive perspective and personal touch to health care.
Knox Community Hospital hosts free car seat check
Apr 9, 2024
Knox Community Hospital is partnering with Safe Kids Worldwide to host a free drive-up car seat check on April 20 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Wright Family Medical Pavilion main parking lot.
Knox Community Hospital recognizes National Doctors’ Day
Apr 1, 2024
Knox Community Hospital joins the healthcare community on March 30 in celebrating National Doctors’ Day, a day set aside to honor the exceptional commitment and care provided by America’s physicians. It is a time to reflect on the essential role doctors play in healing and sustaining our community’s health.