Knox Community Hospital
Hospitals & Clinics
1330 Coshocton Avenue, Mount Vernon, OH 43050
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Best time to treat heart attack is before it happens, KCH physician says
Feb 21, 2022
Six hours may be the deciding line, the make it or break it point when it comes to surviving a heart attack.
Primary care physicians play key role in preventing heart disease, KCH specialist says
Feb 14, 2022
Though trained to diagnose and treat a battery of illnesses from the common cold to a sprained ankle, primary care physicians (PCPs) are the linchpin in the battle against heart disease.
Knox Community Hospital recognized for excellence with ACC Chest Pain Center accreditation
Feb 7, 2022
The American College of Cardiology has recognized Knox Community Hospital for its demonstrated expertise and commitment in treating patients with chest pain.
Knox Community Hospital's Center for Pediatric Rehabilitation helps children move safely, independently
Feb 7, 2022
At the Center for Pediatric Rehabilitation, we work with children to help them reach their maximum potential, collaborating with the family to improve a child’s ability to move safely and independently in their home, school and community.
Knox Community Hospital auxiliary announces scholarships for Knox County juniors and seniors
Jan 27, 2022
The Knox Community Hospital Auxiliary will be offering academic scholarships to high school seniors and college juniors and seniors interested in pursuing a career in a health care profession.
A small gland that's very busy
Knox Community Hospital can help patients with thyroid problems
Jan 25, 2022
Dr. Jaime Goodman of Knox Community Hospital describes the thyroid "a small gland that's very busy."
New year, new healthy lifestyle?
Jan 21, 2022
If the new year brought revived aspirations for health and fitness, you’re not alone.
Knox Community Hospital honored on 2022 Donate Life Rose Parade float
Jan 18, 2022
A rose signed by two Knox Community Hospital representatives was placed on this year’s Donate Life Float in the Jan. 1 Rose Parade.
Knox Community Hospital physician: Patients over 40 should have glaucoma screenings
Jan 18, 2022
January is Glaucoma Awareness Month. Glaucoma is a disease of the optic nerve, Dr. Kelsey Durbin of Knox Community Hospital told the Mount Vernon News.
Delivering Ob-Gyn services at Knox Community Hospital
Jan 11, 2022
In a major milestone, Knox Community Hospital delivered 502 babies in 2021, Dr. Kristen Witham, obstetrics/gynecology physician at the hospital told the Mount Vernon News.
Knox Community Hospital physician: Healthy, sustainable weight loss may take more than a New Year's resolution
Jan 4, 2022
It's a New Year, with new resolutions, and losing weight frequently makes the list.
Letter to the Editor
Jan 4, 2022
Attached is the letter I wrote to the Chief Medical Officer at KCH.
Start the new year right: Schedule a check-up with primary care doctor
Dec 28, 2021
A primary care physician is in many ways the quarterback of health care, Knox Community Hospital physician Dr. Brent Nimeth told the Mount Vernon News.
Population health at KCH: Caring for the community
Dec 21, 2021
Knox Community Hospital has programs to make sure patients get the care they need when they are in the hospital and after they leave.
Knox Community Hospital, Equity Construction Solutions break ground in Centerburg
Dec 20, 2021
Knox Community Hospital (KCH) and Equity Construction Solutions (ECS) broke ground recently to mark the start of the construction for the $9 million, approximately 17,000-square-foot KCH Centerburg health care facility located on Columbus Road.
Knox Community Hospital pediatrician: 'We want to catch things early before they become dangerous'
Dec 14, 2021
Regular visits to a pediatrician are important not only when your child is sick, but also in preventing them from becoming ill in the first place, Dr. Erika Basil, a pediatrician at Knox Community Hospital told the Mount Vernon News.
Knox Community Hospital takes infection control very seriously
Dec 7, 2021
Knox Community Hospital works hard to prevent the spread of infection, a program that has only grown more important with the COVID-19 pandemic, Erin Craw, BSN, RN, an infection preventionist at the hospital, told the Mount Vernon News.
Knox Community Hospital welcomes 2 doctors to medical staff
Nov 30, 2021
Knox Community Hospital is pleased to welcome Casey Babbitt, M.D., to the medical staff.
For some patients, Knox Community Hospital also provides home care
Nov 30, 2021
If possible, Knox Community Hospital likes to keep patients out of the hospital, Courtney Strouse, the facility's director of Home Health, told the Mount Vernon News.
National Family Caregivers Month Recognized by KCH
Nov 24, 2021
Celebrated every November, National Family Caregivers Month (NFCM) is a time to recognize and honor family caregivers across the country.