Ohio hospital closes amid financial challenges

Ohio hospital closes amid financial challenges
Becker's Hospital CFO Report; by Madeline Ashley; 9/4/24
Hicksville, Ohio-based Community Memorial Hospital permanently closed its doors Aug. 31 after temporarily shutting down in May due to financial challenges, Bill Cherry, former CEO of Community Memorial Hospital, confirmed with Becker's. "The decision to close Community Memorial Hospital follows thorough efforts to find a viable path to continue operations," Mr. Cherry said in a Sept. 4 statement shared with Becker's. "Unfortunately, despite all our efforts made, CMH has not been able to identify a sustainable solution. We understand the profound impact this closure will have on the community and we extend our deepest gratitude to the residents of Northwest Ohio and Northeast Indiana for their unwavering support and trust over the years."