Knox Community Hospital

09/03/2026

Join us on September 8th for a FREE cup of coffee and meet Dr. Kellee Schweitzer, MD, new pain management provider. Bring your questions about pain and chat with the doctor.

09/01/2026

Last week, we held a ribbon-cutting for the opening of our Venture Drive Internal Medicine office. We were joined by Caleb Shriver, Regional Liaison from the Office of the Ohio Secretary of State, who presented a proclamation recognizing the significance of this event, as it represents an important investment by KCH in the community’s health and well-being. We were also joined by Jonathan Hubert from US Congressman Troy Balderson's office, who presented KCH with a certificate of recognition for its commitment to quality, accessible healthcare.


We're excited to expand care and add new providers, making healthcare more accessible in our community. The Venture Drive office is accepting new patients. Call us at 740.393.9766 to schedule an appointment today.

08/27/2026

Cardiology is now in Centerburg; call 740.397.5400 to schedule your appointment today.

08/25/2026

Kevin Shields, Physician Assistant, grew up in Bucyrus and attended the University of Findlay to earn a Bachelor's degree in Nuclear Medicine; later, he returned there for his Master's in Physician Assistant studies. Shields has two children: Connor, 8th grade, plays football and baseball while Sierra, a senior, is involved in FFA at Danville schools. Kevin came to Mount Vernon in 2006 after college and started at KCH in nuclear medicine. “I fell in love with community and the culture of KCH.” After taking a break to earn his graduate degree in 2015, Kevin came back to KCH as a Physician’s Assistant in internal medicine and wound healing. “The KCH culture is welcoming, accepting, and makes providers/patients feel extremely well-respected. Living in the community where I work makes patient care that much more rewarding.” In his spare time, you might find Kevin fishing, hunting, golfing, travelling or enjoying time with family/friends. “My goal is to get to know each patient as an individual and provide evidence-based medicine towards a mutual care plan. I am flexible, understanding, and compassionate, and will not force medications or treatment options that go against patient morals or beliefs.” Something unique about Kevin Shields: he holds a certificate of completion from the University of Kentucky in bourbon production engineering and would love to retire as a master distiller someday!

08/19/2026

Congratulations to our second quarter Daisy & Sunflower Award winners!
Daisy Nurse – Susan

Daisy Nurse Leader – Casey
Sunflower – Abi

We are so thankful to have people in our hospital who care so deeply and provide the most outstanding quality care for our friends, family, and neighbors.

08/14/2026

Join us for a Doc Talk with Pulmonologist, Dr. Kowatli to learn the signs, symptoms, and treatment options for Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). This educational session will discuss risk factors, early diagnosis, and practical ways to manage COPD.

Thursday, August 27 | 5:00 – 6:00 PM
Wright Family Medical Pavilion – 2nd Floor Classroom

RSVP by calling 740.393.9621 or online at: https://www.cognitoforms.com/KnoxCommunityHospital1/EmadKowatliMDAugust275PM6PM

08/11/2026

Welcome, Dr. William Addington!

To learn more about Dr. Addington, visit: https://youtu.be/p0nBRHzXOQE?si=LSnb12Vq8hQlDofX

08/03/2026

Read our new blog: Breathe Easier: Pulmonology

Knox Community Hospital is a 99-bed, Joint Commission-accredited community hospital located in Mount Vernon, Ohio, approximately 40 miles northeast of Columbus. Members of the Knox Community Hospital medical staff represent numerous specialties, offering a wide range of clinically excellent services...

07/28/2026

Knox Community Hospital is taking an important step to strengthen local care and continue investing in the people, services and technology that support our future.

After a thorough evaluation, KCH has signed a non-binding letter of intent to join Kettering Health, a nonprofit health system in southwestern Ohio. Kettering Health shares KCH’s commitment to keeping care close to home and supporting our physicians, employees, patients and community.

The letter of intent is not a final agreement. It allows both organizations to continue discussions and complete additional evaluation. KCH and Kettering Health expect to work toward a final, definitive agreement by early fall, with the goal of completing the process by the end of 2026, pending all legal and regulatory reviews.

There are no changes to care, services or operations at this time. We’ll continue to be here when you need us and keep you updated along the way. Learn more about what’s ahead: https://www.kch.org/strong-future-local-care

07/23/2026

Hayley Testa grew up in Fredericktown, Ohio and graduated from Fredericktown High School. She went on to earn her Bachelor's in Nursing from Capital University and Master's in Nursing from University of Cincinnati. In her spare time, Hayley enjoys spending time with her husband and 3 kids as well as reading, cooking, yoga, and anything outdoors. Something unique that most people might not know about Hayley: she loves trying new food trucks, and is always on the lookout for a hidden gem! “After working several years with the KCH OBGYN office as a triage nurse, I am finally stepping into my dream role as a Women's Health Nurse Practitioner. I am excited to continue to provide care to the community that I call home and I hope I can make every patient feel comfortable, listened to and confident in the care they receive.”