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Wishing peace and a meaningful fast to those observing Yom Kippur.

OhioHealth presented a check for $100,000 to support the Columbus Urban League in enhancing workforce opportunities in underrepresented communities. This reflects our commitment to community growth and the advancement of healthcare careers in central Ohio. By providing job training and ongoing support to overcome barriers such as childcare and transportation, the Columbus Urban League helps ensure individuals have long-term career success: ohlth.co/4dNMoB2.

An individualized approach to weight loss is key to long-term success for our patients. OhioHealth Medical Director of Bariatric Surgery Tom Sonnanstine, MD, discusses the holistic process of weight loss and the different options now available: ohlth.co/podcast. #TheWellnessConversation

Our Blood and Marrow Transplant (BMT) and Cellular Therapy program has reached a new milestone in patient care. This team has now completed 100 BMT procedures to treat blood cancers and other complex conditions since the program began two years ago. Learn more about this specialized cancer care: ohlth.co/3zEnlCp.

We invite clinical professionals interested in learning about the latest topics in multiple sclerosis to join us for a free, interactive continuing medical education (CME) event on Friday, October 25. Attend in-person or virtually where you’ll meet our multiple sclerosis team and have an opportunity to ask our physicians questions. Register now: ohlth.co/3NbRGuZ.

Rosh Hashanah begins this evening, marking the start of the Jewish New Year. It’s a religious time when family and friends gather for introspection and worship. To those observing, Shana Tovah.

Construction on a nearly $6 million dollar renovation is now underway for OhioHealth Marion General Hospital’s emergency department. Over the course of four phases, the space will be transformed to enhance efficiency and patients’ experience with a focus on improving comfort, safety and security. “We are excited to officially break ground on this major renovation,” said Jim Parobek, President of Marion General Hospital. “This is all part of our mission to keep high-level care close to home. It will accommodate the evolving needs of the community.” Updates include a new “fast-track” area for lower-risk patients, a dedicated behavioral health section and expanded radiology services. The project is expected to take about one year to complete. ohlth.co/3XOiJ4v I #OhioHealthMarion

Thanks to the generosity of donors, corporate partners, and the community, the #OhioHealthFoundation's signature fundraising event, Home in Ohio, raised more than $2 million Friday evening. These contributions will directly support OhioHealth’s vision to provide exceptional care to all communities we serve.

Tonight, the OhioHealth Foundation is hosting its premier fundraising event, “Home in Ohio”. Dollars raised will help advance OhioHealth’s vision to provide exceptional care for all. See the bold action we’re taking to ensure everyone has access to healthcare. ?? ohlth.co/3BmquXZ I #OhioHealthForAll

We’re continuing to expand women’s healthcare with the new OhioHealth Fourth Trimester Clinic. Located on the Dublin Methodist Hospital campus, the clinic supports moms in their first 12 weeks postpartum. Led by Jessica Tucker, DO, NABBLM-C, and Eleanor Byrum, FNP, CLC, this specialized team works closely with a patient’s physician to provide lactation medicine, high blood pressure management and behavioral health care. ohlth.co/3ZFCiOZ I #OhioHealthWomensCare