Memorial Hospital in Carthage has been honored with the 2025 Community Project Award by the Illinois Critical Access Hospital Network. This recognition highlights the hospital’s innovative mobile medical clinic, which operates from a retrofitted RV. Since its inception, the clinic has brought essential healthcare directly to rural school campuses, notably delivering over 700 pediatric counseling sessions. The initiative aims to improve access to mental health services for children in underserved areas, addressing a critical gap in care. Hospital officials emphasize the positive response from families and schools, noting the marked improvement in both convenience and overall well-being for local students. To learn more about Memorial Medical Clinic Mobile, visit MHTLC.ORG.
“The results we’re having are just mind-boggling,” said Gavin O’Neil, LCSW, from Memorial Medical Clinic Mobile. “Kids are our future. I’m passionate about kids and working with them because they become our future leaders.”
The Illinois Critical Access Hospital Network, or ICAHN, based in Princeton, is making headlines for its ongoing commitment to rural healthcare. With a network of 60 small hospitals, ICAHN’s collaborative efforts provide vital services to communities that might otherwise face limited access to medical care. The organization’s leadership and innovative approaches have gained national recognition, particularly in promoting telemedicine, staff education, and quality improvement initiatives. As rural hospitals remain crucial lifelines for many residents, ICAHN’s role in strengthening healthcare infrastructure ensures that essential resources, expertise, and support are available in even the most remote parts of Illinois.
Pictured: From Left to Right: ICAHN Board President Pam Pfister, Memorial Medical Clinic Mobile LCSW Gavin O’Neil, and Memorial Hospital’s Chief Human Resources Officer Will Stuflick.
