[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 162 (2016), Part 6]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 8756]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




              CONGRATULATING THE FAIRFIELD MEDICAL CENTER

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                           HON. STEVE STIVERS

                                of ohio

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, June 14, 2016

  Mr. STIVERS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to congratulate the Fairfield 
Medical Center, located in Lancaster, Ohio, as it celebrates its 100th 
Anniversary.
  The Fairfield Medical Center has followed its historic mission to 
provide the best care to all, while serving as a foundation for year-
round community efforts to encourage healthier lifestyles. The 
Fairfield Medical Center's commitment to promoting the well-being of 
all of southeastern Ohio can be seen in the useful health information 
it provides to members of the community, its all-inclusive appeal, and 
its strong advocacy for members of the community who have mental or 
physical disabilities.
  On October 10, 1916, The Lancaster Municipal Hospital opened its 
doors for the first time on 10 acres just outside of the city's limits. 
At the time of the hospital's opening, there were 36 beds and 10 
bassinets to serve the city of approximately 15,000 people. As the 
hospital grew, it changed its name to the Fairfield Medical Center to 
reflect its role as the leading medical institution both in the county 
and throughout southeastern Ohio, a role it still serves as the 
county's largest employer.
  Today, the Fairfield Medical Center has gained increased recognition 
for its excellence in healthcare and treatment. Now with over 200 beds 
and multiple affiliate locations in Fairfield County, the Fairfield 
Medical Center offers a variety of premier services to the people of 
southeastern Ohio, including oncology care, cardiovascular surgery, 
obstetrics, orthopedics, therapy, and emergency services.
  Throughout its history, the Fairfield Medical Center has been 
unwavering in the promotion of the health of the community. I would 
like to thank the Fairfield Medical Center for its dedication to 
serving the community for 100 years.

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