About Us
Defiance Regional Medical Center (DRMC), a member of ProMedica Health System, is an acute care hospital located in Defiance, Ohio, approximately 60 miles southwest of Toledo. Our 200,000-square-foot facility was constructed in 2002, with design focused on promoting a healing environment. As a community-based hospital, DRMC also includes a new professional office building, home to many primary care and specialty physicians. DRMC is a Critical Access Hospital, and is accredited by the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations, the industry leader in setting health care standards. It is also an accredited Chest Pain Center and Level III Trauma Center.
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In the Spotlight
As an essential member of ProMedica Health System, Defiance Regional
Medical Center provides Defiance and surrounding communities with
seamless access to world-class health and wellness services.
Because our integrated system spans 27 counties and provides
the full range of health care services – from community-based hospitals
to highly specialized tertiary care facilities – our patients have the
reassurance of not only the caring services of their local hospital,
but also the unmatched benefits of the entire ProMedica family of
programs, services and providers.
Our patients, such as Bob Kroeger, know that we have the expertise, technology and compassion to deliver more than what you would expect from a community hospital. From emergency services to obstetrics to post-hospital care and rehabilitation, Defiance Regional Medical Center helps our patients live healthier lives.
These stories, spoken in our patients’ own words, will help you understand how Defiance Regional Medical Center and ProMedica Health System are making a difference every day to the people and the communities we care so much about.
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Bob Kroeger's Story
The “Pride of the Bulldogs” knows a great team when he sees one.
Bob Kroeger does more than root for the home team.
He was named “Pride of the Bulldogs” by the Defiance High School (DHS)
Athletic Hall of Fame for his volunteer work with the athletic
department. He’s also employed as a team bus driver. Wherever the
Bulldogs play, Bob and his wife, Marge, are there.
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Bob's story
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Resources
Heart Attack
A heart attack, or myocardial infarction, occurs when one or more
regions of the heart muscle experience a severe or prolonged lack of
oxygen caused by blocked blood flow to the heart muscle.
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8 Mistakes Heart Patients Make
If you’ve already been through one heart attack, you’re at increased
risk for another, but with a few smart moves you can reduce that risk.
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Walk Long, Slow and Often to Help the Heart
For people in cardiac rehabilitation who are
overweight, longer but slower walks are better for losing weight and
improving heart health than shorter, brisker walks, a new study has
found.
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Knee Replacement Surgery
What is a knee replacement surgery?
Knee
replacement, also called arthroplasty, is a surgical procedure to
resurface a knee damaged by arthritis. Metal and plastic parts are used
to cap the ends of the bones that form the knee joint, along with the
kneecap. This surgery may be considered for someone who has severe
arthritis or a severe knee injury.
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How to Prevent Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis (OA), sometimes called degenerative arthritis, is the
most common type of arthritis. In OA, the cartilage that covers the
bones in a joint thins and, in some cases, wears away entirely. This
leaves bone rubbing against bone, which can cause inflammation. The
inflammation causes swelling and pain, and eventually distorts the
originally smooth surface of the joints. Bits of bone or cartilage can
break off and float inside the joint space. This causes pain and
interferes with the joint movement. Sometimes, bone spurs, called
osteophytes, grow on the edges of the joint.
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The History
Since 1901, DRMC, formerly Defiance Hospital, has built a
tradition of serving Defiance-area communities with the highest quality
health care. Our commitment to providing patients and families with
compassionate care and excellent services spans generations. By
becoming a member of ProMedica in 1999, DRMC is able to offer our
patients access to nearly every type of healthcare imaginable.
DRMC takes great pride in providing comprehensive health
services with expertise and compassion. Our mission is to be the leader
in providing quality health care services, which meet the needs, and
exceeds the expectations, of our customers.
Defiance Regional Medical Center ... Quality Care Close to Home
For more information about any of the programs or services listed, please call 419-783-6955.