Page 1A Century of CelebrateCaring our 100 th Anniversary MARSHALL BROWNING HOSPITAL SeptemberSunday 18 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM 900 N. Washington St. Du Quoin, IL Tracy Fenton BBQ, music, memorabilia and fun activities! You’re invited!
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DU QUOIN — Marshall Browning Hospital in Du Quoin is celebrating a major milestone – its 100th birthday – marking a century of providing excellence and service to patients throughout Perry County and the surrounding area. The hospital will host a community celebration on Sunday, September 18, from 12:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. in honor of a century of caring for its community.Thefestivities will be held outdoor on the beautiful hospital campus from 12:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Guests will enjoy a BBQ lunch by Tracy Fenton, music, memorabilia, and a video displaying the hospital’s progression over the 100 years. There will also be a helicopter, fire truck and ambulance on display and fun activities including a duck pond, ring toss, sack races, cake walk, photo booth, face painting, balloon artist, popcorn, and bubble machine.Marshall Browning Hospital was conceived on January 14, 1918, when Lillie F. Browning drew up her last will and testament, leaving the bulk of her estate to a trust which would have the responsibility of erecting and supporting a public hospital in or near Du Quoin. She requested the hospital be named in memory of her husband “Marshall” – J. Marshall Browning, who was the president of the Union Coal Company and a leading merchant in Du Quoin for many years. The new hospital was completed and formally opened for business on July 20, 1922. Today, 100 years later, Marshall Browning Hospital remains independent and is licensed as a 25bed Critical Access Hospital known for providing quality medical, surgical, and emergency health services for the residents of Du Quoin and the surrounding areas. To this day, the hospital operates under the same principles as in 1922, but is vastly different in the scope and diversity of services that are now available. Marshall Browning Hospital has strived to be a valuable resource to the community for 100 years The hospital’s current mission ‘to improve the health and quality of life for the people and communities we serve’ continues the focus of the founding members and principles of Lillie Browning’s original goal. The board of directors and employees look forward to celebrating this remarkable milestone with the community. REPORT FOR: Browning Hospital
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Letter from Dan Eaves, Interim CEO
Anyone who knows me very well understands the passion I have for this community and for Marshall Browning Hospital. As a young bank president in Du Quoin in 1980, I was asked to join the Marshall Browning Hospital Board of Directors. As you read through the history of the hospital, you will see that the changes and improvements that have been made are simply amazing. From serving on the Board as well as serving in the role of CEO, I can tell you it’s a complicated business. I have recently returned as Interim CEO once again. I will assure you the hospital is in a great place. We have a dedicated board of directors, outstanding physicians and mid-level providers, and employees who are committed and passionate about serving this community. As I continue to tell the staff, we’re not done yet. We have big plans for the future of Marshall Browning Hospital. After 100 years, Marshall Browning Hospital will continue to focus on serving the needs of you and your families. I am excited to be part of our great tradition and celebrating with you on Sunday, September 18.
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A Supplement of the • MBH to Host 100th Anniversary Celebration • Letter from Dan Eaves, Interim CEO • A Message from Mayor Alongi • Mission Statement • HISTORY OF MARSHALL BROWNING HOSPITAL • Remembering Nurse Norbeth Koonce • Marshall Browning: Behind the Name • Remembering the Original Marshall Browning Hospital • Marshall Browning Hospital Timeline 1922 - 2022 • Saving a Piece of History • Marshall Browning HospitalInformation Collected Over a Span of 100 Years • A Century of Care, Community, and Celebrations • Marshall Browning Hospital Employees • Marshall Browning Hospital Leadership • Current Board of Directors • Genealogy of the Board of Directors and Administration • Providers Caring for Marshall Browning Hospital Patients • Exciting New Technology at Marshall Browning Hospital • EXCLUSIVE
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Think of the number of babies born, the number of successful surgeries performed, the number of X-rays revealing, and the shear number of people healing.
THANK YOU, MARSHALL BROWNING HOSPITAL, FOR ONE-HUNDRED YEARS OF SERVICE AND DEDICATION TO THE PEOPLE OF DUMayorGuySincerely,QUOIN.H.Alongi,
Dear Friends of Marshall Browning Hospital, It is a pleasure for me to write a note which helps celebrate the 100th birthday of Marshall Browning Hospital. Marshall Browning is both a prominent and integral part of the Du Quoin community. Every successful community, no matter how small or large, needs certain functions to serve its citizens well. And one of the higher levels and all the more significant functions is health care.
Page 4 MARSHALL BROWNING HOSPITAL 24 HOUR TOWING 618.542.2383 MON - FRI 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. 1671 S Washington Street • Du Quoin EMERGENCY24-HOURTOWINGSERVICEONSITECARRENTALAUTOBODY&AUTOSERVICES Thank You to Marshall Browning Hospital for a 100 Years of Helping Our Community!
Marshall Browning has been providing quality health care to the people of Du Quoin since 1922.
Marshall Browning Hospital is 100 years of helping the people of Du Quoin be and stay healthy.
In recent years the Hospital has moved into all new facilities with new equipment and new doctors and nurses. Marshall Browning has opened an Urgent Care Facility that is available seven days a week. No need to go to an emergency room when you have an urgent care staff and facility. Further, the Hospital has helped make a variety of medical specializations available to the community. And for those who must travel out of town for specialized surgeries or medical procedures, Marshall Browning offers a hometown place to mend until the patient is ready to return home.Nosmall town can claim to be a great place to live if they cannot offer the higher-level functions, services, and activities to their residents. A great place to live has a strong education system. It has parks and recreational facilities for both relaxation, sport, and entertainment. And it has stable, high quality health care facilities and services that are available to everyone.DuQuoin has all these activities and services, and Marshall Browning Hospital is a needed and vital contributor to Du Quoin’s success as a good place to live and raise a family.
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As time progressed and building standards changed it became apparent in the late 1960s that a new in-patient facility would be required. The cost of this building was to be $2,050,000. To obtain the necessary funds a successful fund drive, when added to existing funds, provided about $1,000,000 of the cost. Hill-Burton federal funds were obtained for $267,000. The balance of the cost of $800,000 was raised by a Bond issue, which would be paid out by 1987. The new building was completed and officially opened for occupancy on December 16, 1972.
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In 1973, in a desire to provide appropriate community representation on the Board of Directors, the Board was expanded by 5 members: Robert Armstrong, Dr. B. R. Fulk, Euta Schenk, Jerry Smith, and Rev. John Somers. In 1975, one additional appointment of Laning Dress brought the membership up to its present level of
The current Board of Directors are Guy Alongi, president; David Searby Jr., vice president; Bill Place, secretary; and Don Hoffman, treasurer. Other members include Dr. Isaac Davison, Tracy Fenton, Brad Galli, Dr. Carolyn Gibson, Richard Haines, Sandy Jones, and SteveOverMarek.theyears many other prominent citizens of Du Quoin have served on the Board of Directors of the hospital. They were Mary Appuhn, Robert Armstrong, Gene Ator, Gladys Coleman, Marcella Cook, Andrew Croessman, Laning Dress, William Eastman, Dan Eaves, Susan Engelhardt, Dr. Craig Furry, Harold Emling, Rev. Fred Fieker, Dr. Bill Fulk, Edward Flynn, James Forrester, Charles Genesio Sr., Charles Genesio Jr., John Gibson, W. B. Guthrie, Charles Hall, Ray Halloway, Lillian Kelly, Louis R. Kelly, Dr. B. A. Kinsman, Jill Kirkpatrick, Harold Kuehn, J. Mark Maclin, John Maclin, Dr. David Marsden, John Maxton, William Maxton, F. Mark Miller, Harry C. Miller, Robert W. Miller, Duane Olson, Walter W. Parks, Raymond Porter, Thomas Reagin, Harold Rice, Euta Schenk, Don Smith, Jerry Smith, Lucius Smith, Rev. John Somers, James Swallows, Marion Teague, Adolph Tecklenburg, Kathy West, and Dr. Richard Zimmerman.HaroldRice served for over 38 years and 33 years as president of the Board of LeadershipDirectors.ofthehospital has been vested over the years in a number of dedicated Administrators. They include: Miss Lawler, R.N., Grace Spence, R.N., Gladys McCaffery, R.N., Miss Baumgartner, R.N., Sally Bennett, R.N., Mary Nancy Gannon, R.N., Ruth Swearingen, R.N., Mae (Messing) Byrnes, R.N., Susannah Poole, R.N., George R. Rollo, Arthur Allaben, C. F. Kerchner, Carl W. Fredericksen, Ray W. Mullins, David R. Hosler, Herbert A. Turk, William J. Huff, Edwin A. Gast, Dan Eaves, and Larry Spour. Dan Eaves currently serves as Interim CEO. Until 1948, when the first lay administrator was employed, registered nurses traditionally served as superintendents, with their responsibilities covering all areas of management. At that time, the position of “Director of Nurses” was originated with Alice Chambers, R.N., assuming this new role. Upon her retirement in 1973, Josephine Vercellino, R.N., was appointed. Miss Vercellino retired in 1991 and Kay Eubanks, R.N., was appointed Director of Nurses. She resigned in 1995 and was followed by Laurie Kellerman, MSN, RN who served as Chief Clinical Officer until 2021. Stephanie Hall, MSN, RN was appointed Chief Nursing Officer and Director of Clinical Services in April 2021 where she continues to serve today. During the -mid and late 1970s, an extensive effort was made to improve and beautify the exterior of the hospital. Most of the existing 20 acres were cleared and placed into lawns, a new hospital sign
In 1957, Juliette Wall Pope made a major contribution to the hospital for the purpose of constructing a new out-patient building. The cost of this facility was $48,000 and added immeasurably to the hospital’s ability to provide more modern X-ray and emergency services.
A Century of Caring was erected, and parking lots were developed. A major renovation of the original hospital included replacement of all windows, a new heating and air conditioning system and all new interior walls and ceilings. This program was completed in 1986 with all lots paved and an approved helipad licensed. In 1987, Marshall Browning Hospital completely renovated the second floor of the hospital moving inpatient care services to that floor. This opened first floor for expanded physical therapy and clinics. In 1987, Marshall Browning Hospital announced an agreement with St. Louis University Medical Center. This agreement was a major step toward providing specialty medical services locally for the convenience of the community. It provided an important link to St. Louis University Medical Center’s advanced state-of-the art technology. The agreement made provisions for Dr. Bernard Chaitman, professor of medicine, director of nuclear cardiology and director of cardiovascular research, to serve on staff. An agreement was also reached with HealthLine Physician Services to provide physicians to staff the emergency room of the hospital. Since 1987, many specialists from throughout southern Illinois and the St. Louis area have been brought to the community through the Specialty Services department. Specialty clinics offered today include Cardiology, Coumadin Clinic, Dietitian/Diabetic Education, Endocrinology, Gastroenterology, Infectious Disease, Nephrology, Neurology, Oncology/Hematology, Podiatry, Pulmonology/Sleep Clinic, Rheumatology, General Surgery, and Urology.
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In 1996, Marshall Browning Hospital expanded its scope of service to include an independent living facility. This facility, named Marshall Browning Estates, is a 22-unit complex situated on the east lawn of the hospital. Marshall Browning Estates offers affordable apartment living for seniors. The facility strives to serve the needs of individuals who are totally independent as well as those who may enjoy some pampering along the way. It is the first step out of the home for those age 55 and beyond. It is private pay and does not require disclosure of income or assets. It provides companionship and a way of making new friends.The monthly rental fee includes electric, water, trash, lawn care, general maintenance, upkeep of appliances, DISH television service, transportation to appointments, breakfast items and lunch daily. Heating and air conditioning are individually controlled. From its inception, the Marshall Browning Hospital Board of Directors made the decision that Marshall Browning Estates would be established as a not-for-profit entity and to meet a need in the community.Marshall Browning Estates is one level and provides 14 onebedroom units which are 624 sq. ft. and eight two-bedroom units which are 804 sq. ft. Two of the one-bedroom units are handicap accessible. Laundry facilities are available on site at no cost to the tenant. In addition to an entry from a central corridor, each unit has an outside exit door opening onto a patio. The entire facility includes an automated fire alarm system, video surveillance system, and access is by key code or fob. Each unit consists of a kitchen with appliances, living room, bedroom, and bathroom. Ample storage is provided throughout the unit. In addition to an entry from a central corridor, each unit has an outside exit door opening onto a patio. The bathrooms are equipped with special safety features. Marshall
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In 2007, the hospital began a large expansion project to add a 22,000 sq. ft. addition to include 25 new private patient rooms, new laboratory, pharmacy, and surgery departments. Technology enhancements were also accomplished with a new telephone system, nurse call system, medication dispensing system, and health information system. The new wing was opened in January 2008.
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the most efficient manner, the Board of Directors agreed the hospital was in great need of a new facility for outpatient services. In 1999, the hospital undertook one of the largest projects in its history. The Board of Directors approved the construction of a 9,750 square foot outpatient treatment addition, thus concentrating the majority of the hospital’s care in one area. Groundbreaking for the addition was held on November 22, 1999. The new facility was opened on March 13, 2001. The new facility included a new Emergency Department, Imaging (including Mammography, CT, Ultrasound, and mobile MRI), Outpatient Laboratory, Admitting, EKG, a spacious lobby, and Gift Shop. Funding for this expansion was provided in part through a Capital Campaign. Donors to this campaign were recognized through an engraved brick program in a courtyard at the entrance to the hospital.OnMarch 1, 2001, Marshall Browning Hospital began providing 24/7 physician coverage in the Emergency Room. The physician service today is provided by Integritas Emergency Physicians who also provide Hospitalist services.
Marshall Browning Hospital then constructed a new state-of-the-art medical office building on the west hospital campus, directly across from a new certified helipad. The facility opened on October 19, 2009 and can accommodate four physician practices. The facility was constructed through the generosity of the estate of Harold and Nora Kuehn. Mr. Kuehn served on the hospital board of directors for 24 years. The clinic is deemed a rural health clinic and currently offers
Marshall Browning Estates also offers a Respite apartment. Whether family needs to be out of town, or an individual has been injured, sick or had surgery, this support system provides a way for the individual to stay in a home-like environment. The furnished apartment is available for rent for a day, week, or a month. If the individual needs physical, occupational or speech therapy, our rehab facility is adjacent to the Estates and transportation is provided for therapy appointments. No long-term contract is required. Meals are provided. In addition, laundry, housekeeping, and transportation are provided.OnAugust 13, 1998, Marshall Browning Hospital opened a fully equipped and decorated Hospice Room. This room is designed to provide a private and comfortable room for terminal patients and their families.TheBoard of Directors approved the construction of a standalone facility for Rehabilitation Services in 1998. The facility, constructed on the east campus, opened on March 23, 1999. The area vacated by rehabilitation was then completely renovated to house all the specialty clinics. Today services offered include physical therapy, aquatic therapy, a certified athletic trainer, speech therapy, occupational therapy, vestibular rehabilitation, and lymphedema therapy. Due to the growth of rehabilitation services, the facility was expanded in August 2007 with plans to expand again in 2022/2023. In February 1999, Marshall Browning Hospital signed an affiliation agreement with SSM Healthcare in St. Louis. The affiliation was later dissolved.Thegeneral focus of treatment for patients in healthcare began to shift from inpatient to outpatient services. Many of those services were being provided in the oldest portion of the hospital. For Marshall Browning Hospital to respond to this trend and serve its patients in
Browning Estates provides security and peace of mind for the tenant and their families. The common areas, as well as the grounds, are well maintained by the facility’s staff and hospital maintenance staff.
In January 2004, Marshall Browning Hospital became licensed as a Critical Access Hospital.
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Effective July 1, 2018, the Marshall Browning Medical Clinic, Urgent Care and Specialty Services implemented Electronic Health Records (EHR).
In September 2011, Marshall Browning Hospital signed an affiliation agreement with Southern Illinois Healthcare (SIH). The affiliation brought new specialists to the hospital’s specialty clinic service and allowed Marshall Browning Hospital to offer digital mammography service through its affiliation with the SIH Breast Center in Carbondale. The affiliation was later dissolved.
On June 28, 2018, Marshall Browning Hospital purchased the practice of Craig W. Furry, M.D. and his office building, located at 20 North Washington Street, Du Quoin. The rural health clinic was renamed Family Health Center and is staffed by Kathy Laird, ACNP, Heather Rice, DMSc, PA-C
On February 8, 2021, a groundbreaking ceremony was held for the construction of a new addition to the Emergency Room. The new addition included a dedicated entrance for ER patients and their families that opens into a new 20’ x 16’ waiting room with direct access to the ER. At the same time, the lobby was renovated with new flooring, lighting, and furnishings and new flooring installed in Specialty Clinics. The new addition was made possible by an anonymous gift from a community member.
Marshall Browning Hospital is accredited by The Joint Commission, the College of American Pathologists, the American College of Radiology, and is licensed by the State of Illinois Department of Public Health. Marshall Browning Hospital is designated as a STAT Heart Hospital as well as an Emergent Stroke Ready Hospital. The hospital operates as a not-for-profit corporation with no tax support. The mission of the hospital today is to improve the health and quality of life for the people and communities we serve. The hospitals employs over 300 employees, making it an important contributor to the local economy. Since 1922, the hospital has benefited greatly from very generous gifts from community members as well as from the Marshall Browning Hospital Auxiliary. The Board of Directors, medical staff, and employees are deeply grateful for the love and support shown to the hospital for 100 years and look forward to what the future holds.
Marshall Browning Hospital opened a new Urgent Care Clinic on February 1, 2016. The center is open seven days a week to serve the community. The Medical Director is Clay Travis, M.D. and it is staffed by Dr. Travis, Ariele Lynch-Loiacono, NP and Mike Staff, PA-C.
Photos from the Collection of Robert R. Morefield and Gene Gallmeister.
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A Century of Caring the practices of Dr. Robert Davidson, Dr. David Yablonski, Danielle Klump, Family Nurse Practitioner, and Mariah Charles, Family Nurse Practitioner.In2009,the hospital board of directors made the decision to demolish the 1922 hospital building. Demolition was completed in the fall of After2010.careful consideration, the board of directors made the decision to implement a Hospitalist Program effective July 1, 2010. This service is provided by Integritas.
Marshall Browning Hospital implemented a new computer system providing electronic health records in June 2014. The system allows patients to enroll in a Patient Health Portal.
A new chapel, funded in part by the Marshall Browning Hospital Auxiliary’s Tree of Life Campaign, was constructed within the hospital and officially opened in February 2011.
Above: Norbeth Koonce, nurse anesthetist who embarked on a one-woman campaign to have an oxygen pipeline in each patient room installed. She went on a mission to raise the $5,000 needed.
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Left: A clipping of an article titled “To Pipe Oxygen to Patients” written by Willa Greer and published Saturday, June 1, 1957. The article features Norbeth Koonce and her mission to better provide oxygen to patients at Marshall Browning Hospital.
Remembering Nurse Norbeth Koonce
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DU QUOIN – History is full of “what ifs,” and one of them pertains to the only infant son of J.M. Browning. Browning’s son, Willie, passed away as a result of a childhood ailment on June 14, 1909, according to the Du Quoin Tribune, the son of J.M. and Lillian Frizzell Browning. Had Willie survived and inherited the family fortune, perhaps Marshall Browning Hospital would not exist today. He is buried beside his parents in the IOOF cemetery. Lillian herself died on October 4, 1918 in an Oklahoma City hospital at age 59 and while it was her bequest that established the hospital, it was J.M. who was its primary benefactor. J.M. “Marshall” Browning was president of the Union Coal Company of St. Louis, a leading merchant of Du Quoin and the son of one of Benton’s pioneer businessmen, William R. Browning. He had made his fortune the hard way, coming to Du Quoin at age 15 and opening his own grocery store three years later As his wealth grew, so did his reputation and he ultimately operated four mines for Union Coal. Marshall was also one of the owners of the Du Quoin Gas Works and married Lillie in 1879. Lillie’s father was also a wealthy merchant in Du Quoin, but died when Lillie was quite young.
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Marshall was hospitalized on Christmas Day in 1907 for a nervous disorder and his condition would deteriorate rapidly during the next 18 Followingmonths.Marshall’s death in 1909, a special funeral car was attached to an Illinois Central train in St. Louis and his body was returned to Du Quoin, accompanied by dozens of St. Louis mining and railroading executives.
Browning: Behind the Name
Judge Benjamin W. Pope told the Tribune how Marshall and Lillie consulted him on the drawing of a joint will, with the family estate - valued at $240,000 - going to the last survivor, which was Lillie.Itwas her wish that the hospital be named after her late husband, and it was dedicated on July 21, 1922 on the crest of what was known as St. Johns Grove in the north section of Du Quoin.
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When the hospital opened in 1922, Agnes Lawler was superintendent, with nurse Clara Landis, X-ray technician Paul Carter and E. Franklin, engineer and mechanic.
Lawler was a World War I veteran, which included several months of experience as an Army nurse in France.
The room nearest the ambulance entrance was the first aid room and had been outfitted for mine accidents. The kitchen was in the basement, along with the nurses’ dining room, nurses’ lecture room, the morgue and laundry facilities.
Remembering the Original Marshall Browning Hospital
Photo from the Collection of Robert R. Morefield and Gene Gallmeister.
Weekly-Press DU QUOIN – The Marshall Browning Hospital that exists today is the second generation of the noble facility that opened in July 1922. H.B. Kravel of Danville was awarded the contract for constructing the original hospital after a bid of nearly $132,000. Lighting and heating would add another $40,000 and the final bill came close to $175,000. Builders’ notes stated the construction of a one-story extension to the north of the main building was to be “set apart for the care of colored patients.”
The main building was 198 feet long and 34 feet wide, with large reception rooms on both sides of the main entrance. The west room was furnished by former mayor and Du Quoin businessman Joseph Solomon, with the east room furnished by J.M. “Marshall” Browning’s brother, Lawrence. Near the entrance was the information desk, telephone switchboard and the hospital superintendent’s office. The first floor was also occupied by seven private rooms, four large wards and a nurse’s office.
Landis also served in army hospitals during the war and Carter had performed X-ray work in several army hospitals with employment in hospitals in Chicago and Omaha.
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The third floor contained three operating rooms, X-ray department, pathogenic lab, anesthetizing room, sterilizing room, surgical supply room and doctors’ areas. The operating rooms were equipped with the latest and best equipment possible, with the lighting arranged so that no shadow was ever cast upon the patient, no matter where the doctors or nurses stood.The X-ray department consisted of three rooms west of the operating rooms. The first two rooms were the admitting room and the office, while “the best X-ray machine money could buy” occupied the third. For the further enjoyment of patients, the hospital had five large sun porches. Two were on each end of the main building, with the fifth on the north end of the wing for people of color.
The four largest rooms in the building were on the second floor, directly over the main entrance. Each of these rooms was the most convenient, well-ventilated and - in a rarity for the time - had private toilets.Other private rooms, three large wards and the two-room maternity department also occupied the second floor.
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Marshall Browning Hospital Timeline 1922 - 2022
1957 – Juliette Wall Pope made a major contribution to the hospital to construct a new outpatient building. The cost of this facility was $48,000 and added immeasurably to the hospital’s ability to provide more modern X-ray and emergency services.
1973 – Hospital board size was expanded to improve community representation and to facilitate government and health care provider requirements. New members included Robert Armstrong, Dr. B.R. Fulk, Euta Schenk, Jerry Smith, and Rev. John Somers.
1994 – The board concentrated on in-house care and improving outpatient services. It began establishing one of the most well thought out relationships with contributing physicians from tertiary care facilities like St. Louis University Health Sciences Center and others. It elevated the
1920 – One of the first actions of this board was to purchase 20 acres of land at the north end of Washington Street from the Illinois Central Railroad. The price - $3,114.50.
1975 – One additional board member was added as a tiebreaker with the board now having 11 members. The first appointment to that seat was Laning Dress.
1921 – After acquiring the site for the new hospital, construction bids were approved on February 21, 1921. General construction was awarded to H.B. Kravel for the sum of $131,932. The bid of $31 per 1,000 bricks was approved with the Western Brick Company.
1918 – Lille F. Browning drew up her last will and testament on January 14, 1918, leaving the bulk of her estate to a trust responsible for erecting and supporting a public hospital in or near Du Quoin. She requested the hospital be named in memory of her husband “Marshall.”
1919 – Following her death, and in accord with her desires, a trust was organized, and corporation papers were completed on April 12, 1919. The trust included by-laws that were very specific in that care should be provided to all and not be related to the ability to pay. She said, “The hospital shall never be sectarian or partisan nor for the personal advantage of any, and that the efficient and intelligent relief of human suffering shall always be the chief object in view.” The first meeting of the Board of Directors of the trust, now known as the “Marshall Browning Hospital Association” was held on April 17, 1919. Marion Teague was elected president, Louis R. Kelly, secretary, and Lucius Smith, treasurer. The remaining two members were James Forrester and Harry C. Miller. By-laws were drawn and approved clearly defining the duties and responsibilities of the board.
1986 – The hospital modernization program was completed. The final item was the installation and certification of a trauma helicopter landing and take-off facility.
1968 – It became apparent in the late 1960s that a new inpatient facility would be required. The cost of this building was to be $2,050,000. To obtain the necessary funds a successful fund drive, when added to existing funds, provided about $1 million of the cost. Hill-Burton federal funds were obtained for $267,000. The $800,000 balance was raised by a bond issue paid out by 1987. The new building was completed and officially opened for occupancy on December 16, 1972.
1935 – On August 21, 1935, at the request of the City of Du Quoin, a 200-by-200-foot parcel of land adjacent to Division Street was sold to the city for $200. The purpose was to erect a waterworks pumping station. Again, at the request of the city, on November 10, 1958, a second parcel was sold to the city for an underground storage tank.
1922 – Construction of the hospital was completed and formally opened for business on July 20, 1922.
1978 – An extensive effort was made to improve the exterior of the hospital. Most of the existing 20 acres were cleared and placed into lawns, a new hospital sign was erected, and parking lots were developed. A major renovation of the original hospital included the replacement of all windows, a new heating and air conditioning system, and all new interior walls and ceilings.
Page 14 MARSHALL BROWNING HOSPITAL number of outpatient clinics and began thinking about skilled care use of some of its available beds, now called “swing beds.” It enhanced services in its obstetrics department and began to organize plans for heightened physical and respiratory therapy programs, post-cardiac care therapy, a birthing center, and an independent living complex, all of which were realities by 1997.
2001 – The new outpatient facility opened on March 1, 2001, and included a new Emergency Room, Imaging (including CT, Mammography, Ultrasound, and mobile MRI), Outpatient Laboratory, Admitting, EKG, a spacious lobby, and Gift Shop. Funding for the expansion was provided in part through a Capital Campaign. Donors were recognized through an engraved brick program in a courtyard located at the entrance to the hospital.
1998 – Marshall Browning Hospital opened a fully equipped and decorated Hospice room. The room is designed to provide a private and comfortable room for terminal patients and their families.
2004 – Marshall Browning Hospital became licensed as a Critical Access Hospital.
2008 – A new 22,000 sq. ft. addition opened in January 2008. The expansion included 25 private patient rooms, a new laboratory, pharmacy, and surgery. Technology enhancements were also accomplished with a new telephone system, nurse call system, medication dispensing system, and health information system.
1999 – In February, the hospital signed an affiliation agreement with SSM Healthcare in St. Louis. The affiliation was later dissolved. The board approved the construction of a standalone facility for rehabilitation services. It was constructed on the east campus. Services included physical therapy, aquatic therapy, a certified athletic trainer, speech therapy, occupational therapy, vestibular therapy, and lymphedema therapy. This was expanded in 2007 and will be expanded again in 2022/2023. With the general focus of treatment for patients in healthcare shifting from inpatient to outpatient, the hospital responded to the trend and made the decision to serve its patients in the most efficient manner. In 1999, the hospital undertook one of the largest projects in its history. The board of directors approved the construction of a 9,750 sq. ft. outpatient treatment addition with a groundbreaking held on November 22, 1999.
1996 – Marshall Browning Estates, a 22-unit independent living facility opened to the public. It is situated on the east lawn of the hospital campus and provides affordable apartment living for seniors. It is private pay and does not require disclosure of income or assets. It provides security and peace of mind for the tenant and their families.
Marshall Browning Hospital Timeline
The hospital began providing 24/7 physician coverage in the Emergency Room. The service today is provided by Integritas Emergency Physician Services.
Marshall Browning Hospital Timeline
The board of directors made the decision to implement a hospitalist program. This service is provided by Integritas today.
2009 – A new medical office building was constructed and opened to the public on October 19, 2009. The facility was built to accommodate four physician practices. The facility was constructed through the generosity of the estate of Harold and Nora Kuehn. Mr. Kuehn served on the hospital board of directors for 24 years. The clinic is deemed a rural health clinic and currently offers the practices of Dr. Robert Davidson, Dr. David Yablonski, Danielle Klump, FNP, and Mariah Charles, FNP. It also includes an Urgent Care Clinic.
2010 – Demolition of the 1922 hospital building was completed in the fall of 2010. It was a bittersweet season for the hospital family and generations of community members.
2011 – A beautiful chapel was opened in February 2011. It was funded in part by the Marshall Browning Hospital Auxiliary’s Tree of Life Campaign.
2012 – An affiliation agreement with SIH was signed in September 2012. The affiliation brought new specialists to the hospital’s specialty clinic service and allowed the hospital to offer digital mammography services. The affiliation was eventually dissolved.
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2014 – The hospital implemented a new computer system, providing electronic health records in June and allowed patients to enroll in a patient health portal.
2016 – The hospital opened an Urgent Care Clinic in February. The clinic is open seven days a week and is directed by Clay Travis, M.D. The clinic continues to serve a large number of patients each year.
In July 2018, the Marshall Browning Medical Clinic, Urgent Care, and Specialty Services implemented an electronic health record (EHR) system.
2018 – The board of directors made the decision to purchase the practice and office building of Craig Furry, M.D. upon his retirement in June. The office is located at 20 North Washington Street. The rural health clinic was renamed Marshall Browning Family Health Center. It is currently staffed by Kathy Laird, ACNP, and Heather Rice, PA-C.
2021 – Construction of a dedicated entrance for ER patients that opens into a 20’x16’ waiting room began. The new addition was made possible by an anonymous gift from a community member. At the same time, the lobby and specialty clinic areas were renovated with new paint, flooring, lighting, and furnishings.
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Saving a Piece of History
Photo above from the Collection of Robert R. Morefield and Gene Gallmeister.
The balustrades that were atop the original hospital were saved and used in the Central Plaza-East on Main Street in downtown Du Quoin.
• Outpatient mental health and substance use disorder treatment from ages 5 and older.
Compared to 100 years ago, the way health information is collected, recorded, and analyzed at MBH is much the same today. However, despite many similarities, there are differences in the types of patient information collected, along with how this information is recorded and analyzed. For example, the Registers and Logbooks maintained by Marshall Browning Hospital prior to computer technology were very neatly handwritten, in pencil, by hospital staff daily in a precise and meticulous manner. From 1922 until the late 1980’s, hardback, bound registers of all births, deaths, and operative procedures at Marshall Browning Hospital served as the storage method for a vast amount of patient information. In addition, many scrapbooks were created by hospital staff over the past 100 years which also provide a glimpse into daily hospital activities.
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Health care patient information is a powerful tool. The Covid-19 pandemic has created a wealth of patient-generated health information relating to the virus and its effects on the world population. Without today’s modern science, modern information collection methods, reporting and information sharing methods, and advanced analytical processes the effects of the Covid-19 pandemic could be much worse. Perhaps 100 years into the future, our current modern-day methods of collecting, recording, analyzing, and sharing patient information will also seem antiquated, but imagine the possibilities of what this present-day collection of health information may contribute to continued advances in healthcare to meet our future generations needs when seeking care and treatment at Marshall Browning Hospital.
• DUI evaluations and Risk education classes as well as DUI groups.
• 505 babies delivered at Marshall Browning Hospital in 1953 – 5 sets of twins • 269 babies delivered at Marshall Browning Hospital in 1956 – 5 sets of twins (Pinckneyville Hospital opened in 1955)
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• $16.05 – the cost for a tonsillectomy in 1949 • 1960- the year Siamese twin girls were delivered at Marshall Browning Hospital – this rare birth was believed to be a first of its kind in Southern Illinois
• Case management program that assists clients with every day needs.
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What we found interesting… • 35 – the number of employees on Marshall Browning Hospital’s payroll in 1939
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• 16 – the number of amputations performed by surgical services at Marshall Browning Hospital from January 1929 – April 1929 Preparing for the next 100 years
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• 442 – the number of surgical procedures performed in 1928, surgeon Dr. Kelly performed, the majority of these using ether as an anesthetic
• Supervised residential program that allows individuals to “step down” from a recent hospitalization helping them acclimate back into independent living. Supported residential program that assists individuals living independently, but still requiring some assistance. Prevention Specialist in Perry County schools educating our youth about substance use disorder.
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• Supported employment program that assists individuals to become employed.
While the human body, its anatomy, and possible afflictions have stayed constant over time, advances in health care sciences and treatments have been outstanding over the past 100 years; information recorded through the years is evidence of these monumental advancements. The collection, recording, and analysis of patient health information allows scientists, physicians, and health care administrators to plan for the future of caring for and treating patients. In appreciation of Marshall Browning Hospital’s long-standing legacy, a few interesting facts have been compiled from the various archives of information collected through the handwritten Registers and Logbooks and the interesting scrapbooks kept over the years.
• 3 – the number of telephones serving the entire hospital in 1939 • $4.00 – the cost of a private hospital room in 1940 • $55,000 – the cost of a new telephone system in 1983 allowing families to call directly to patient’s rooms
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By Savannah Henry Staples Who says hospitals are cold, bleak, and dreary? While this may be how hospitals are typically portrayed in television shows and movies, Marshall Browning defies these stereotypes and proves it is quite lively. In fact, the hospital has a history of celebrating with theWhilecommunity.hospitals are normally strictly associated with treatments and procedures, Marshall Browning has done much more than solely provide healthcare services in the last 100 years. In addition to its clinics and professional care, the hospital has hosted many noteworthy, community-wide celebrations since its doors opened. No matter the time of year, Marshall Browning has done its best to bring joy to its surrounding communities. Here is a look back at a few events Marshall Browning has held for the community.Firstinthe spotlight is Marshall Browning’s Hollywood Breakfast Benefit hosted in 1949. The “funfest” raised money for the hospital, handed out many prizes to participants, and consisted of breakfast-goers dressed in “crazy hats” to celebrate the occasion. After the event, hospital staff deemed it a success and moved on to planning what was next. Second on the most-notable events list is the hospital’s RollerSkating Matinee. This benefit aimed to raise money for Marshall Browning’s first-ever piped-in oxygen line. Hosted at Norris Triple L Roller Rink south of town, the establishment donated over half its proceeds one Sunday to the hospital. As further evidence of Marshall Browning’s commitment to the livelihood of its patients, this next example made everyone’s lives a little brighter. With jolly-good Christmas spirit, staff decorated two large evergreen trees at the hospital’s entrance with 650 colored bulbs during December. First done in 1964, the hospital made improvements the following year to ensure there would be enough electricity to light all 26 light strands during the upcoming Christmas season. Inside the hospital’s walls, decorations graced each door for patients and staff to enjoy. However, in addition to these examples of Christmas spirit, a massive ornament made of more than 100 plastic syringes, ball ornaments, holly, and ribbon resided on Marshall Browning’s first floor. Of course, Christmas is not the only Holiday Marshall Browning celebrates—the Fourth of July is a reason to have fun with the community too! For another benefit, the hospital hosted a fireworks display at the Du Quoin State Fairgrounds. Advertised as the “Community Homecoming,” Marshall Browning urged the community to bring family and friends out for a night of fun under thePresentlights. day, Marshall Browning carries on the tradition of celebrating with the community in many ways—and still at Christmas time too! Each year, the hospital Auxiliary coordinates the “Tree of Life” campaign to raise funds for new equipment to benefit patient care. For every donation, a light is added to the tree in front of the hospital. For this century and the next one thing is certain: Marshall Browning is committed to celebrating its community.
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A Century of Care, Community, and Celebrations
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Marshall Browning Hospital is blessed with a friendly and committed staff who understand the importance of serving the healthcare needs of the community.
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One important reason Marshall Browning Hospital has continued to serve thousands of families for 100 years is the employees. To work in healthcare, you must be a servant. From the most trivial tasks to the most significant, it takes dedicated employees who feel they are doing something important every day – something that can affect the lives of patients and families.
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Nowhere was it so noticeable than throughout the COVID-19 pandemic. There were countless heroes at the front lines of care risking their lives to save others and heroes who were behind the scenes going above and beyond their normal duties. In healthcare, every single employee contributes to the hospital’s mission. Patients expect to meet knowledgeable and caring staff who want to help them. That is why the hospital continues to recruit employees based not only on their education, experience, and training, but their attitude and characteristics, and whether they fit the Marshall Browning Hospital culture. The hospital’s culture ensures that it meets patients’ expectations.
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Page 21A Century of Caring Marshall Browning Hospital Employees Jacklyn Bragg Janaira Wagoner Janet KelleyTaylorAshleyVanessaShellyMicheleJudyAlexiaRachelLaurenKoraKathrynKaleyJeremeWomickDintelmanSmithSchoenbaechlerWebberFrancoPollmannWardenMcClurkenLaceyNealCooganWardKelleyCraig FISCAL SERVICES Harold Calderon, CFO Karin NatalieRamseyDudek HEALTH INFORMATION SERVICES Charlotte Henry, Manager Barbara Werner Carissa JessicaGabrielleFlanaganZelaskoMason Karen Giffin Lori ValerieSueRobinLorraineBrownBrewerHeiseKingGilliam ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES Pamela England, Supervisor Amanda Haun Amy WilliamSusanScottMaryRodneyNancyLauraJohnnyDwightBrianAnalisaCashionHughesTolerTullisRoachRatermannJonesLeeSandersKaravitesMillerCowin HUMAN RESOURCES Sarah Dickey, Manager Elizabeth McKinney MARKETING Pam Logan, Director Cindy Nelson MARSHALL BROWNING ESTATES Vicki Spiller, Director Chastity Walker Mary MichelleMorrisPearl INFECTION PREVENTION Randi Luthy INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY Nathan Bartnicki, Director Dakota Behm Mounir Ichou Sherry Wertz Tracy Schubert LABORATORY Theresa Keith, Manager Amanda Warden Angela LaurenKennethKennedyKendraColtonChelseyChelseyCarolynLawsonShowalterDeArmeyMossRichardsonRushingLaffoonPorterHobbs Mandy VictoriaToniRobinMarkMaritesCantrellJonesGravotMcFallMorganIngram FAMILY HEALTH CENTER Brooke Feltmeyer, Manager Julie TaraMelinaLanaKatherineHeatherWatsonRiceLairdMarekOppGeary PROVIDER SERVICES Beth Helmer, Manager NURSING ADMINISTRATION Stephanie Hall, CNO Melissa Sprenger PATIENT ACCESS Ashlynn Jackson, Registration Lead Addison Carver Deborah ElizabethHutchinsonSlack
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Marshall Browning Hospital Leadership Congratulations! We love our hometown hospital! Steve Marek Country Representative 109 East Poplar Street Du Quoin, IL 62832 (618) 542 - 3770 steve.marek@countryfinancial.com 0415-508HC-03641-7/25/2019 Congratulations! SCT wishes you another successful 100 years of providing hometown care. 1616 E. McCord • Centralia, IL 62801 800-660-7433 or 532-8076 General Public Transportation
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The current Board of Directors of Marshall Browning Hospital includes Guy Alongi, President; David Searby Jr., Vice President; Bill Place, Secretary; and Don Hoffman, Treasurer. Other members include Isaac Davison, DDS; Tracy Fenton; Brad Galli, R.Ph.; Carolyn Gibson, OD; Richard Haines; Sandy Jones; and Steve Marek.
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Over the years many other prominent citizens of Du Quoin and the surrounding area have served on the board of directors. They include Mary Appuhn, Robert Armstrong, Gene Ator, Gladys Coleman, Marcella Cook, Andrew Croessman, Laning Dress, William Eastman, Dan Eaves, Susan Engelhardt, Dr. Craig Furry, Harold Emling, Rev. Fred Fieker, Dr. Bill Fulk, Edward Flynn, James Forrester, Charles Genesio Sr., Charles Genesio Jr., John Gibson, W.B. Guthrie, Charles Hall, Ray Holloway, Lillian Kelly, Louis R. Kelly, Dr. B.A. Kinsman, Jill Kirkpatrick, Harold Kuehn, J. Mark Maclin, John Maclin, Dr. David Marsden, John Maxton, William Maxton, F. Mark Miller, Harry C. Miller, Robert W. Miller, Duane Olson, Walter Parks, Raymond Porter, Thomas Reagin, Harold Rice, Euta Schenk, Don Smith, Jerry Smith, Lucius Smith, Rev. John Somers, James Swallows, Marion Teague, Adolph Tecklenburg, Kathy West, and Dr. Richard Zimmerman.
Guy Along, President 2017 to present David Searby, Vice President 2010 – present William Place, Secretary 2017 – present Don Hoffman, Treasurer 2007 – present Isaac Davison, DDS 2019 – present Tracy Fenton 2021 – present Brad Galli, R.Ph. 2011 –CarolynpresentGibson, OD 2020 –
The leadership of the hospital has been vested over the years in a number of dedicated Administrators. They include the following: Miss Lawler, RN; Grace Spence, RN; Gladys McCaffery, RN; Miss Baumgartner, RN; Sally Bennett, RN; Mary Nancy Gannon, RN; Ruth Swearingen, RN; Mae (Messing) Byrnes, RN; Susannah Poole, RN; George R. Rollo, Arthur Allaben, C.F. Kerchner, Carl W. Fredericksen, Ray W. Mullins; David R. Hosler; Herbert A. Turk; William J. Huff; Edwin A. Gast, Dan Eaves, and Larry Spour. Dan Eaves is currently serving as Interim CEO. Until 1948, when the first lay administrator was employed, registered nurses traditionally served as superintendents, with their responsibilities covering all areas of management. At that time, the position of “Director of Nurses” was originated with Alice Chambers, RN, assuming this new role. Upon her retirement in 1973, Josephine Vercellino, RN, was appointed. Miss Vercellino retired in 1991 and Kay Eubanks, RN was appointed Director of Nurses. She resigned in 1995 and Laurie Kellerman, MSN, RN was appointed Chief Clinical Officer Upon her retirement in 2021, Stephanie Hall was appointed Chief Nursing Officer and Director of Clinical Services where she serves today.
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GENEOLOGY OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS AND ADMINISTRATION
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Heather Rice, DMSc, PA C* Erhime Badejo, MD
A Century of Caring MARSHALL BROWNING HOSPITAL Providers Caring for MBH Patients
Courtesy Medical Staff
Jonatan Hornik, MD, Tele neurology Andrea Loggini, MD, Tele neurology Bachir Farah, MD, Hematology/Oncology
Stephen Godfrey, MD, Pathology
ACTIVE MEDICAL STAFF
Edward Travis, MD, Family Medicine/Urgent Care David Yablonsky, DO, Internal Medicine
Christine Hachem, MD, Gastroenterology & Hepatology
Danielle Klump, FNP Palmella Haws, MD
Michael Staff, PA C Syed Naseeruddin, MD Valentine Ogbodo, MD
Anesthesia G & G Anesthesia James Probst, MD
Alicia Yaeger, PMHNP David Howes, MD Kelli Bean, FNP Mohammad Jendi, MD Bianca Bottiaux, PA C Denis Kuzelj, MD
Ashley Juhl, CRNA Jennifer Siegel, MD
Hany Elbeshbeshy, MD, Gastroenterology & Hepatology
Vadzin Chyzhyk, MD
Integritas,HospitalistsLLC Elisabeth Britton, MD Anand Patel, MD Kendra Fischer, FNP Zachary Gustavison, PA C Carrie Lutman, FNP Allied Health Practitioner Staff
David Dickinson, DPM, Podiatry*
Simeon Grater, MD, Psychiatry
Cassandra Chambers, NP Othniel Doolittle, MD
Diana Tomlianovich, PMHNP Mustafa Hindi, MD
Pamela Gronemeyer, MD, Pathology Suhail Istanbouly, MD, Pulmonology/Critical Care/Sleep Medicine
Valentine Ogbodo, MD Anesthesia G & G Anesthesia James Probst, MD Diane Beyer, CRNA Mark Savage, MD
Anesthesia G & G Anesthesia James Probst, MD
Elizabeth Harbison, FNP* Sean Lattmore, DO Ariele Loiacono, FNP* Wolfgang Miggiani, MD Michael Staff, PA C* Syed Naseeruddin, MD Valentine Ogbodo, MD
Emergency Medicine
Heather Rice, DMSc, PA C Erhime Badejo, MD
Michael Thorpe, MD*, General Surgery
Alex Befeler, MD, Gastroenterology & Hepatology
Cassandra Chambers, NP Othniel Doolittle, MD
Wilson Cueva, MD, Tele neurology Alejandro Hornik, MD, Tele-neurology
Victor Cepeda, MD, Infectious Disease
PrairieCardiologyCapeRadiologistsRadiologyCardiovascular
Hany Elbeshbeshy, MD, Gastroenterology & Hepatology
J.T. Davis, MD, Orthopedics
Elisabeth Britton, MD Anand Patel, MD Kendra Fischer, FNP Zachary Gustavison, PA C Carrie Lutman, FNP Allied Health Practitioner Staff Emergency Medicine
Ashley Juhl, CRNA Jennifer Siegel, MD Jacob Pressler, CRNA Charelle Smith, MD Chante Thanh Trinh, MD
Providers Caring for Marshall Browning Hospital Patients
Edgardo Emilia, MD, Nephrology
Diane Beyer, CRNA Mark Savage, MD
Danilo Martins, MD, General Surgery Benjamin Rathert, MD, Family Medicine
Robert Davidson, MD, Family Medicine
Raed Al Dallow, MD Krishna Cherukuri, MD Vadzin Chyzhyk, MD Ceasar Coello, MD Rizwan Khan, MD Son Le, GangadharMD Malasana, MD Arslan Mirza, MD Shahbuddin Mohammad, MD
Alicia Yaeger, PMHNP David Howes, MD Kelli Bean, FNP* Mohammad Jendi, MD Bianca Bottiaux, PA C* Denis Kuzelj, MD
Courtesy Medical Staff Issa Abed, MD, Endocrinology
Issa Abed, MD, Endocrinology J.T. Davis, MD, Orthopedics David Dickinson, DPM, Podiatry* Alex Befeler, MD, Gastroenterology & Hepatology
Ashley Juhl, CRNA Jennifer Siegel, MD
Vamsi Chilliru, MD, Nephrology
Sandra Tate, PMHNP Jon Hays, MD Diana Tomlianovich, PMHNP Mustafa Hindi, MD
Robert Davidson, MD, Family Medicine
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Jacob Pressler, CRNA Charelle Smith, MD Chante Thanh Trinh, MD Marshall Browning Hospital employs the healthcare providers marked with an asterisk (*). All other healthcare providers are independent contractors.
Danielle Klump, FNP* Palmella Haws, MD
Pamela Gronemeyer, MD, Pathology Suhail Istanbouly, MD, Pulmonology/Critical Care/Sleep Medicine
Victor Cepeda, MD, Infectious Disease
Providers Caring for MBH Patients
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Sandra Tate, PMHNP Jon Hays, MD
Christine Hachem, MD, Gastroenterology & Hepatology
Danielle Klump, FNP* Palmella Haws, MD Sandra Tate, PMHNP Jon Hays, MD Diana Tomlianovich, PMHNP Mustafa Hindi, MD
Ceasar Coello, MD Rizwan Khan, MD Son Le, GangadharMD
Danilo Martins, MD, General Surgery Benjamin Rathert, MD, Family Medicine
Frederick Pfalzgraf, MD, Rheumatology Srinivas Rajamahanty, MD, Urology Amar Sawar, MD, Neurology/Rheumatology Edgardo Emilia, MD, Nephrology
Heather Burns, RD/LDN, CDCES, CPT* Michelle Bens Clare, DO Mariah Charles, FNP* Jinee Brooks, MD
Frederick Pfalzgraf, MD, Rheumatology
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Heather Rice, DMSc, PA C* Erhime Badejo, MD
Danilo Martins, MD, General Surgery Benjamin Rathert, MD, Family Medicine
Robert Davidson, MD, Family Medicine
Stephen Godfrey, MD, Pathology
Marshall Browning Hospital employs the healthcare providers marked with an asterisk (*). All other healthcare providers are independent providers.
Srinivas Rajamahanty, MD, Urology Amar Sawar, MD, Neurology/Rheumatology
Heather Burns, RD/LDN, CDCES, CPT* Michelle Bens Clare, DO Mariah Charles, FNP* Jinee Brooks, MD
Wilson Cueva, MD, Tele neurology Alejandro Hornik, MD, Tele neurology
Kathy Laird, ACNP Integritas Emergency Physician Services
Elizabeth Harbison, FNP Sean Lattmore, DO Ariele Loiacono, FNP Wolfgang Miggiani, MD
Malasana, MD Arslan Mirza, MD Shahbuddin Mohammad, MD Marshall Browning Hospital employs the healthcare providers marked with an providers are independent providers.
Heather Burns, RD/LDN, CDCES, CPT Michelle Bens Clare, DO Mariah Charles, FNP Jinee Brooks, MD
Kathy Laird, ACNP* Integritas Emergency Physician Services
Edward Travis, MD*, Family Medicine/Urgent Care David Yablonsky, DO, Internal Medicine
Elisabeth Britton, MD Anand Patel, MD Kendra Fischer, FNP Zachary Gustavison, PA C Carrie Lutman, FNP Allied Health Practitioner Staff Emergency Medicine
Jonatan Hornik, MD, Tele neurology Andrea Loggini, MD, Tele neurology Bachir Farah, MD, Hematology/Oncology
Jacob Pressler, CRNA Charelle Smith, MD Chante Thanh Trinh, MD
Kathy Laird, ACNP* Integritas Emergency Physician Services
Integritas,HospitalistsLLC
Diane Beyer, CRNA Mark Savage, MD
Raed Al Dallow, MD Krishna Cherukuri, MD
Muhammad Kamran, MD, Nephrology Simeon Grater, MD, Psychiatry
Alicia Yaeger, PMHNP David Howes, MD Kelli Bean, FNP* Mohammad Jendi, MD Bianca Bottiaux, PA C* Denis Kuzelj, MD
Michael Thorpe, MD*, General Surgery Edward Travis, MD*, Family Medicine/Urgent Care David Yablonsky, DO, Internal Medicine
Vamsi Chilliru, MD, Nephrology Muhammad Kamran, MD, Nephrology
Cassandra Chambers, NP Othniel Doolittle, MD
Elizabeth Harbison, FNP* Sean Lattmore, DO Ariele Loiacono, FNP* Wolfgang Miggiani, MD Michael Staff, PA C* Syed Naseeruddin, MD
MARSHALL BROWNING HOSPITAL
Michael Thorpe, MD, General Surgery
Patient Reminder System Marshall Browning Hospital implemented new patient communication software to improve communication and allow patients to play an active role in their care experience.
If deemed a true emergency, the patient is triaged immediately. The tracker board can be viewed by ED staff with a timer to display how long the patient has been waiting. The coordinator is the go-between for communication from the nurses, providers, and family. In addition, a process was also implemented for the patient to document the reason for the visit thus eliminating the need for the patient to verbally state their reason.
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The coordinator is responsible for screening patients and placing them on an ER tracker board. The goal is to have a registered nurse triage the patient within 15 minutes.
Patients are increasingly being treated by different healthcare providers. This can involve sending images to physicians for remote evaluations, sharing resources within a region or collaborating more closely within and betweenMarshalldepartments.BrowningHospital
Throughout our 100 years of caring for the community and beyond, a top priority of the Marshall Browning Hospital Board of Directors and Administration has been to provide patients with leading-edge technology. Millions of dollars have been dispensed into various departments to provide the most efficient and state-of-the-art equipment possible. From storing data in HIPPA compliant cloud hosting to diagnosing strokes from a remote location, technology has been driving the care we provide for years and will continue as we press into the future. We are pleased to share some of the latest technology upgrades that have been implemented at Marshall Browning Hospital. You might be surprised what is right at your back door.
If a physician on one unit needs to view the status of a patient in another, this can be viewed from either location. In addition, the bedside monitor instantly converts to a wireless transport monitor, keeping patients safe on transport from one department to another.
is currently involved in acquiring its own PACS system which will replace the current system in use with Cape Radiology.Thestate-of-the-art system is integrated with providers and allows high resolution and multi-dimensional images necessary for collaboration with other medical disciplines.
Exciting New Technology at Marshall Browning Hospital
Improved Access to Emergency Room
The system provides storage and access to digital images acquired by imaging modalities and transmits digital images and reports electronically, which eliminates the need to manually file, retrieve, and transport film. Image viewing and analysis is enhanced, and data management is improved and more efficient.
PACS (Picture Archiving and Communications Systems)
Mindray In August 2022, Marshall Browning Hospital implemented a new Mindray patient monitoring system. The new system allows more capabilities and services to patients from the point of admission, allowing monitoring of patients between the Emergency Department, Surgery and MedicalSurgicalUsingunits.advanced technology, the system aids in early detection of a patient’s changing condition. With on-board touch displays, clinicians can immediately access critical information right at the patient’s bedside monitor as well as the centrally located workstations.
Following the opening of the hospital’s new emergency room waiting room, a new process was implemented which has significantly improved the flow of patients. A new emergency room intake coordinator position was created and located in the waiting room.
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Marshall Browning recently implemented the SSI price estimation tool to help patients better understand out-of-pocket costs for healthcare services. Patients can find this tool on the hospital’s website at www. marshallbrowninghospital.com. It offers a simple, secure view of the patient’s responsibility in a system that is easy to use.
Marshall Browning Hospital believes the sooner patients can begin communicating with the hospital about their estimated bill, the faster it can begin offering peace-of-mind through affordability options, payment plans, financial counseling, discounts, and loans.
Exciting New Technology at Marshall Browning Hospital
Telemedicine Patient care is now taking place wherever the patient happens to be, with the convenience being a value for patients of all ages. We’ve made it easier for you to visit with your healthcare provider thanks to our telehealth services.Virtual visits allow a secure video visit with your provider using the camera on your smartphone, computer, or tablet. Virtual visits allow flexibility in appointments and convenience for homebound patients, those living a long distance from their provider, or those with transportation insecurity.Itallows providers to conduct the visit while also interacting with the patient’s electronic health record. It enables the provider to review the latest lab results with the patient and document the visit in real time. It is care that is HIPAA compliant and fits your busy life.
Marshall Browning partnered with a company called Epiphany Healthcare to implement an online web-based ECG management software called Epiphany Cardio Server in March of 2020. This cutting-edge software takes the ECGs that were once only available on paper printed at the cart to a digital copy that is now part of the patient’s chart.
The digital form allows for your current ECG to be compared to prior ones that you have had done. This level of diagnostic capability allows for the smallest of details to be measured and compared for changes minimizing the possibility for abnormalities to be missed.
Patient Portal Communication in today’s world means everything. The ability to get the information you want is only a few clicks away.
The link to the portal can be found on the Marshall Browning website www.marshallbrowninghospital.com. Once a patient has signed up for the portal you have access to results such as lab test and reports from the imaging radiologist. You can also view upcoming appointments and even request a new appointment when one is needed.
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Epiphany Cardio Server
Price Estimation
HealthPay24 Marshall Browning recently implemented the HealthPay24 payment program.Patients can find this tool on the hospital’s website at www. marshallbrowninghospital.com.Itoffersasimple,secureview for the patients to log into the payment portal, make quick online payments on new and prior balances, set up payment plans, enroll in electronic notifications, and take advantage of discounts offered.
Marshall Browning offers a way for patients to view, print, and even send results from some diagnostic test that have be performed here.
The software provides patients with automatic appointment reminders and confirmations by text message, phone, and email communication. It can also provide important communication such as unexpected closures due to inclement weather and provider updates. Patients appreciate the ease of use, improved patient flow and communication.
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