ICAHN - Illinois Critical Access Hospital Network

10/14/2026

Congratulations to ICAHN member hospital OSF Holy Family Medical Center in on earning two prestigious national awards after ranking among the top-performing wound care centers in the country!

OSF Wound Care received the Robert A. Warriner III, M.D., Clinical Excellence Award and the Center of Distinction Award from Healogics, placing the center among the top 10 percent of eligible Healogics Wound Care Centers nationwide for clinical excellence.

With an impressive 96 percent healing rate and 95 percent patient satisfaction rate, these honors reflect the team's dedication to delivering exceptional, specialized care.

Congratulations to the entire OSF Wound Care team on this well-deserved national recognition! Another great example of the high-quality healthcare being delivered in !

OSF HealthCare

OSF Wound Care in Monmouth has been recognized with two national awards from Healogics, a wound care services provider, after ranking among the top-performing wound care centers in the country.

10/13/2026

Great ideas, meaningful conversations, and new connections are all part of the 2026 ICAHN Annual Conference—and sometimes the best conversations happen between sessions!

ICAHN is pleased to recognize P.J. Hoerr, Inc. as the Break Sponsor. Many thanks for the generous support and for helping make this important gathering of Illinois' rural healthcare community possible!

November 11, 2026
I Hotel and Conference Center | Champaign, IL

There's still time to register! Join colleagues from across Illinois for inspiring speakers, valuable networking opportunities, and more.

Register by Friday, October 16, to save with early registration rates! https://icahn.org/2026-annual-conference/

10/12/2026

ICAHN is preparing to launch the next phase of the Rural Health Transformation Program (RHTP) Technology Innovation project, and eligible in Illinois are encouraged to attend one of two upcoming virtual information sessions.

These webinars will provide an overview, what hospitals can expect in the coming months, and how initial activities will help shape future funding opportunities and grant applications.

Choose a session:
Wednesday, October 14 | 11 a.m. CT
or
Thursday, October 15 | 9:30 a.m. CT

Registration is required. Both sessions will cover the same information, so participants only need to register for one. Register here: https://icahn.org/resources/rural-health-transformation-project/information-tools/

Not sure if your hospital is eligible? View the list of 78 eligible rural hospitals for this funding opportunity:https://icahn.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/RHTP-Eligible-Rural-Hospitals.pdf

10/12/2026

From Kansas City to Champaign, Illinois—rural healthcare remains at the center of the discussion!

Last month, ICAHN Executive Director Tracy Warner attended the National Rural Health Association (NRHA) Critical Access Hospital Conference in Kansas City, where she caught up with Alan Morgan, CEO of NRHA.

The conference provided an important opportunity for ICAHN to contribute to the national conversation surrounding and the future of .

Next month, that national perspective comes to Illinois!

Alan will join Sarah Heppner, associate director of the Federal Office of Rural Health Policy (FORHP), HRSA, for a special Fireside Chat at the 2026 ICAHN Annual Conference: “The State of America’s Rural Health System—Looking Ahead to 2027”

This timely discussion will offer a look at what's ahead for and the communities they serve.

November 11, 2026
I Hotel and Conference Center | Champaign, IL

Early registration savings end this Friday, October 16! Don't miss the opportunity to hear from these national rural health experts and others. https://icahn.org/2026-annual-conference/

10/09/2026

A great conference starts with a great breakfast—and great sponsors!

A special thank you to Compeer Financial, our Breakfast Sponsor for the 2026 ICAHN Annual Conference!

Support from sponsors like Compeer Financial helps make events like this possible, bringing professionals together for learning, networking and conversations that strengthen healthcare across Illinois.

Haven’t registered yet? Join us November 11 at the I Hotel and Conference Center in Champaign for inspiration, connection and fresh perspectives on the future of .

Register by Friday, October 16, to take advantage of early registration savings! https://icahn.org/2026-annual-conference/

10/08/2026

What’s ahead for rural healthcare in 2027? Join ICAHN November 11 in Champaign, Ill. for the 2026 ICAHN Annual Conference, featuring a timely Fireside Chat: The State of America’s Rural Health System—Looking Ahead to 2027.

Hear from two of the nation’s leading rural health experts:
Alan Morgan, MPA – CEO, National Rural Health Association (NRHA)
Sarah Heppner, MS – Associate Director, Federal Office of Rural Health Policy (FORHP), Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA)

Moderated by ICAHN Executive Director Tracy Warner, this conversation will explore the policy, economic and demographic trends shaping , emerging opportunities and what lies ahead for rural hospitals and communities.

Register by Friday, October 16, and save! https://icahn.org/2026-annual-conference/

10/07/2026

A special thank you to Deaconess Illinois, sponsor of the Welcome Reception at the 2026 ICAHN Annual Conference!

The support of sponsors like Deaconess helps make events like the Annual Conference possible—bringing ICAHN member hospitals together to connect, learn, share ideas and strengthen rural healthcare across Illinois.

The Welcome Reception kicks off the conference on Tuesday, November 10, followed by a full day of programming on Wednesday, November 11, at the I Hotel and Conference Center in Champaign.

Planning to attend? Register by Friday, October 16, to receive the early registration rate! https://icahn.org/2026-annual-conference/

A limited number of speaker sponsorship opportunities are also still available, including pre-conference workshops and keynote speaker sponsorships. Organizations interested in supporting the conference and connecting with Illinois rural hospitals can contact Curt Zimmerman at [email protected] for details.

10/06/2026

ICAHN Executive Director Tracy Warner was pleased to join Carlinville Area Hospital & Clinics (CAH&C) for its “A New Era | Unveiling a Vision” event in .

The evening marked an exciting milestone as CAH&C unveiled plans for its new Regional Oncology Center, designed to expand access to high-quality for patients and families throughout the region.

Tracy enjoyed connecting with CAH&C President & CEO Brian Burnside and seeing the hospital’s continued efforts to bring care directly to rural communities—including its Mobile Medical Clinic.

Congratulations to ICAHN member CAH&C on this exciting next chapter and continued investment in the health of the communities it serves.

10/06/2026

ICAHN welcomes Blue Line Solutions LLC as a Blue Star Business Partner! Based in Vandalia, Illinois, Blue Line Solutions helps hospitals strengthen safety and security while addressing another critical need—secure behavioral health patient transportation.

Services include healthcare security, risk and threat assessments, active shooter response training, investigative services, and 24/7 non-emergency to treatment facilities.

With extensive law enforcement, military, investigations, and security experience, Blue Line provides practical solutions tailored to the unique needs of rural and .

Learn more: https://bluelinesolutionsllc.net/

Organizations interested in supporting with valuable services and resources can learn more about ICAHN Business Partnership opportunities by contacting Curt Zimmerman at [email protected].

10/05/2026

What can experiences from more than 40 countries teach us about trust, culture and human connection?

Find out at the 2026 ICAHN Annual Conference with Opening Keynote Speaker Chris Bashinelli, National Geographic Explorer, TV host and expert on human connection and happiness in business.

In “How Leaders Inspire Trust, Culture, and Performance,” Chris will draw on extraordinary experiences from around the world to explore how authentic leadership and genuine human connection can build trust, strengthen culture, create a greater sense of belonging and inspire performance.

Known for bringing together powerful storytelling, humor and practical takeaways, Chris will kick off a full day of learning and connection on November 11 in Champaign.

ICAHN member hospitals: Register by October 16 for the early registration rate. Bringing a group? Register 12 attendees from the same hospital and receive the 13th registration FREE.

November 10–11, 2026
I Hotel and Conference Center | Champaign, Illinois

Register today: https://icahn.org/2026-annual-conference/