MEDIA RELEASE__Blanchard Valley Health System (BVHS) has entered into a partnership with Lima Pathology Associates, Inc. to provide comprehensive anatomic and clinical pathology services across the health system.
As part of this partnership, Scott W. Wendroth, MD, will serve as medical director of the pathology department at Blanchard Valley Hospital (BVH), while Matthew T. Kuhn, MD, will serve as medical director of the pathology departments at The Armes Family Cancer Care Center (AFCCC) and Bluffton Hospital.
MEDIA RELEASE__The Blanchard Valley Health System Auxiliary is now accepting scholarship applications from students in the Hancock County area who plan to pursue a career in a health-related field. Applications are available online.
The Auxiliary Scholarship was established to help local high school seniors offset the cost of education as they prepare for professions in healthcare. Franki Hatten, volunteer services manager, said eligible career paths can include roles such as dental hygienist, nurse, physician, or other healthcare specialties.
Blanchard Valley Health System (BVHS) has been included in Newsweek's list of America's Best-In-State Hospitals 2026. This prestigious award is presented in collaboration with Statista, a statistics portal and industry ranking provider.
MEDIA RELEASE__Blanchard Valley Health System (BVHS) has launched online mammogram scheduling including services available at Bluffton Hospital.
This new digital feature allows patients to book mammogram appointments directly through the BVHS website, selecting the date, time, and location that best fit their schedule.
A screening mammogram can detect breast cancer in its earliest stages, when it’s most treatable. With BVHS’s new online scheduling system, patients can easily arrange their screening in minutes, helping ensure early detection doesn’t wait for a phone call.
OCT 7 MEDIA RELEASE__Blanchard Valley Health System (BVHS) is launching online scheduling at its primary care offices. This new feature allows patients to book appointments directly through the organization’s website.
With online scheduling, patients can now view real-time availability and reserve appointments for routine check-ups, follow-ups, and other primary care needs with just a few clicks. This enhancement reduces phone wait times and improves access to care.
AUG 27 MEDIA RELEASE__Blanchard Valley Health System (BVHS) has introduced exciting enhancements to its public-facing website's “Find-a-Doc” section, making it more convenient and user-friendly for the community.
Every member of the BVHS medical staff will be listed in the “Find-a-Doc” section, and employed physicians and advanced practice providers will be highlighted with the system’s iconic green apple symbol next to their profiles. This simple visual cue helps patients identify BVHS-employed providers at a glance.
