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Boone Memorial Voted Most Beautiful Hospital
Boone Memorial Hospital ( BMH ) is the only West Virginia hospital recognized in Soliant ’ s 2023 Top 20 Most Beautiful Hospitals contest . BMH secured the ninth spot in the annual contest , which aims to recognize hospitals across the country for their facility design , comforting staff and patient experience .
“ Since our new hospital opened its doors , we have seen , firsthand , the transformative effect that a modern , well-kept facility can have on a rural health system and the population it serves ,” says BMH CEO Virgil Underwood . “ From recruitment and retention of top talent to enhancements in patient satisfaction and experience , the new hospital has been a catalyst for increasing access to care , improvements in health outcomes and working toward achieving health equity . We are absolutely elated to receive this recognition and are so grateful to everyone who voted for Boone Memorial Hospital during this contest .”
Boone Memorial Health completed construction of its 78,000-square-foot critical access hospital in 2016 after receiving financing from USDA Rural Development and private contributions totaling more than $ 37 million . The hospital offers 25 private inpatient rooms , a Level IV Trauma Center emergency department , general and specialty surgery and procedures , state-of-the-art imaging and laboratory equipment , physical therapy , cardiac rehabilitation , a Black Lung Center and more .
Winter Ball Raises Funds for Symphony
The Viennese Winter Ball is held annually in Wheeling .
The Viennese Winter Ball is a philanthropic event that has been held annually in Wheeling , WV , for over 40 years . The two-weekend event involves hundreds of community members as volunteers , patrons and guests .
The ball is grounded in a committee of business and professional leaders who donate time and talent to engineering the event . The success of this fundraiser leads to the contribution of several thousand dollars annually to the Wheeling Symphony Orchestra . The Viennese Winter Ball Committee makes one of the most significant yearly donations to the Wheeling Symphony .
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