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News ReleaseSheridan Memorial Hospital (SMH) recently announced that the physicians and staff of Sheridan Orthopedic Associates joined the Sheridan Memorial Hospital team as employees Dec. 22, 2024.
SMH has a long-standing partnership with Sheridan Orthopedic Associates, which has operated as a private practice since 1972.
“The leadership and clinical excellence this group has demonstrated over the years is a testament to their commitment to the Sheridan community and the values that they have embraced as a part of our medical staff,” said Mike McCafferty, CEO of SMH. “Whether you see them on Friday nights roaming the sidelines at football games, cleaning the ice rink with the Zamboni they funded for hockey, or coaching one of the many local teams they have been so involved in over the years, this group has demonstrated consistent commitment to the community and we are very proud to welcome them to our team.”
Sheridan Orthopedic Associates joining the SMH team will further align the health care system’s work around caring for people in the community and the mission of the hospital, which centers on providing excellent, patient-centered care.
“The patients of Sheridan Orthopedic Associates have come to expect the highest quality management of their musculoskeletal health needs for over 50 years,” said Dr. Brian Laman, of Sheridan Orthopedic Associates. “During that time we have always valued a great collaborative relationship with Sheridan Memorial Hospital and considered ourselves part of the Sheridan Memorial Hospital community. With healthcare evolving and changing more quickly, we think it is time to formally join SMH to continue the shared goal of delivering expert care locally in conjunction with their multi-specialty staff of excellent providers. We look forward to continuing to give our patient’s the best orthopedic care in the region.”
Over the next few months, SMH will work with Sheridan Orthopedic Associates to ensure a smooth transition regarding communication with patients.