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Community Hospital South leaders discuss the evolution of the hospital from its beginnings as University Heights through the expansion project completed in 2010.

Community Hospital South is committed to efforts which improve and maintain an environmentally friendly and sustainable campus. These efforts include processes to reduce our negative impact on the environment, improve energy performance, and provide a healthy healing environment for our patients, staff, and visitors.

Rev. Michael Mercer, hospice chaplain, Community Home Health Services, understands the challenges and rewards of reaching those in need. One specific patient was not particularly interested in receiving chaplain services, but once he discovered Rev. Mercer was a Chicago Cubs fan, he agreed to allow the visits. Excited to have someone to talk with about baseball, the patient and chaplain formed a special bond, and Mercer went above and beyond to create an exceptional experience for this person in his final days of life. “As part of my care for him,” explains Mercer, “I was able to arrange a personal phone call from a player on the Chicago Cubs team to encourage him.”

The opening of six next-generation operating rooms marks the completion of the first phase of construction of The Next Evolution of Community Hospital South. Designed with significant input from physicians and nurses, the new operating rooms promote efficient, safe and high-quality surgical care.

Community Help was established for employees of Community Health Network, to assist them with challenges they may be facing in their personal lives. Access to the program is available 24/7 by calling the Community Help line, 317-355-HELP. The line is staffed by members of Community’s Employee Assistance Program (EAP), who can connect employees in need with the appropriate resources for their situation, which may include an interest-free loan through the Community Health Network Foundation. All calls to the Community Help line are kept confidential.

Community Health Network hosted its third annual Best in Class Showcase, featuring about 50 booths that highlighted network successes in several areas. The event showcases exceptional work and exceptional people, with recognition in five key areas: innovation, performance improvement, strategic implementation, research and development, and leadership.