News Release: 5/2/2024
News Release Contact: Therese Michels FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Media Specialist (815) 971-5421 May 1, 2024 Mercyhealth Welcomes Gastroenterologist CRYSTAL LAKE, Illinois—Mercyhealth is pleased to welcome Shahid Ilahi, MD, board certified gastroenterologist, to Mercyhealth Hospital and Physician Clinic–Crystal Lake. Dr. Ilahi believes the patient experience is one of the most important things in health care. “I treat and care for my patients with respect and dignity,” he said. “Patient satisfaction is my
Mercyhealth Celebrates Nurses During Nation Nurses Week
2024 Nurses Week letter to the editor Celebrating our nurses during National Nurses Week On behalf of Mercyhealth, I would like to express my gratitude to our 1,861 nurses during National Nurses Week, May 6-12. These selfless individuals are the heart and soul of our organization, providing compassionate care, advocacy and support to patients and their families, often during very difficult times. Their expertise, empathy and professionalism make a lasting impact in the lives of those they serve. Whether