Southern Indiana Business Report
MONTGOMERY – Effective March 1, Daviess Community Hospital will acquire Montgomery Medical Associates, located at 542 N. Third St. in Montgomery. The clinic, which offers primary care and laboratory services, will be renamed Daviess Community Hospital Montgomery Medical Clinic.
“We’re deeply grateful for the opportunity to serve the Montgomery community and to welcome Dr. Merle Holsopple to our DCH family,” said April Settles, DCH chief financial officer. “With our expansion into Montgomery, we’re building on our commitment to provide excellent care across southwestern Indiana, promote healthy lifestyles, and collaborate with local partners to meet the evolving needs of our neighbors.”
Dr. Holsopple completed his medical degree at the Indiana University School of Medicine and a family practice residency in Terre Haute. He moved to Montgomery in 2004 and has dedicated his career to caring for patients of all ages, with a focus on the active management of chronic conditions in a rural setting.
In addition to Dr. Holsopple, Lori Daniel, FNP-C, and the staff of Montgomery Medical Associates will also join the DCH team. Daniel is a 2019 graduate of Purdue University and brings extensive emergency medicine experience to her practice, holding certifications in SANE-A and SANE-P.
“We are truly thankful for Lori, the clinic’s staff, and our future patients for partnering with us as we work together to enhance the well-being of the Daviess County region,” Settles added.
Hospital receives grant to improve prenatal care
In other news, Daviess Community Hospital will receive $29,740 this spring to improve prenatal care and improve healthcare access. The funds for the hospital were awarded to United Way of Daviess County by Indiana United Ways.
The grant will fund two targeted initiatives within the Perinatal Pathways Program:
- $14,870 for Serving Mothers/Families on Medicaid/ALICE (Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed): This initiative will enhance prenatal care and education, supporting healthier pregnancies and reducing infant mortality.
- $14,870 for Genetic Testing Services for the Amish Community: Focused on genetic counseling and testing, this program aims to increase awareness and early detection of congenital anomalies.
The objectives of the funding include:
- Increasing the percentage of pregnant individuals receiving early prenatal care by 15% within the first six months.
- Improving overall health outcomes by reducing preterm birth risk factors by 20% through educational workshops and lifestyle counseling.
- Conducting genetic counseling and testing sessions for the Amish community, aiming to reach at least five families in the first year and increase testing participation by 5%.
“As the grant coordinator at Daviess Community Hospital, I want to highlight a critical moment in our community’s journey towards reducing infant mortality rates. In the past, Daviess County faced significant challenges, being recognized as one of the top counties in the state for these rates. We made notable improvements through the Healthy Start program, lowering mortality rates significantly. However, as we saw progress and the rates began to decline, we unfortunately lost crucial state funding. This is where the United Way stepped in to bridge the gap,” said Carrie Shaw, DCH grant coordinator.
About Daviess Community Hospital
Daviess Community Hospital serves the region with one 48-bed hospital, six specialty clinics, and seven outpatient clinics. Located in Washington, this not-for-profit health system is an affiliate of Ascension St. Vincent and has a team of over 620 professionals. Discover more about DCH’s services and commitment to health at dchosp.org.