Hillsdale Hospital collaborates with the college to provide healthcare for students and townspeople.
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Hillsdale Hospital began raising funds for a state-of-the-art orthopedic table with help from the college and its faculty and staff through a special matching program announced by College President Larry Arnn. 

The $150,000 Hana Fracture Table will allow Hillsdale Hospital to offer a greater range of operations on hips, legs, knees, and feet, according to Rachel Lott, chief communications officer for Hillsdale Hospital. 

“The Hana Fracture Table allows surgeons to better position patients for orthopedic surgeries, which ultimately leads to more precision and effectiveness,” Lott said. “The table is adjustable in a number of ways so that ideal positioning can also help reduce the risk of nerve damage, pressure sores, and other surgical complications for the patient.”

In a letter to the college’s faculty and staff, Arnn said the college will donate two dollars for every one dollar that a faculty or staff member gives until the total amount is reached. 

“The hospital is important to the college because we all need health care,” Arnn said in an email to the Collegian. “Our hospital is a good one — available, efficient, devoted to its work — and we hope it will thrive.”

According to Lott, Hillsdale Hospital and Hillsdale College are deeply connected, from faculty involvement on the hospital board to the on-campus care at the Ambler Health and Wellness Center. 

“Whether it’s primary care or outpatient behavioral health at the health center on campus, orthopedic care for student-athletes, 24/7 emergency room services, or any other form of care, our hospital serves the entire community, including the students, faculty, and staff at the college,” Lott said.

Provost Christopher VanOrman, a Hillsdale resident and active member on the hospital board, said he knows how important good healthcare is and that the hospital should be supported by everyone who can. 

“It is imperative for us to promote good relationships throughout the community in order for everyone to prosper and thrive, especially since we are the largest employer in the county,” VanOrman said. 

VanOrman said he has seen many neighboring county hospitals shut down or be purchased by larger companies, and he wants to prevent that in Hillsdale. 

“Our hospital has made a concerted effort to invest in its employees, increased patient services that are not often offered in other rural hospitals, and are committed to excellence in patient experience and care,” VanOrman said.