VAN WERT, Ohio – OhioHealth Van Wert Hospital has been recognized for its outstanding commitment to business leadership, quality, employee empowerment, and community service with the prestigious 2025 Crystal Image Award from the Van Wert Area Chamber of Commerce.

The award, which highlights organizations that exemplify excellence in these areas, was presented at a recent Chamber event. Director of physician practice operations, Jim Ahlersmeyer, serves as vice chair for the Van Wert Area Chamber and accepted the award on behalf of the hospital.

Ahlersmeyer said-

“We are incredibly honored to receive this recognition. This award reflects our ongoing dedication to providing high-quality care, fostering a strong workplace culture, and serving the Van Wert community.”

Paula Stabler, chief nursing officer at Van Wert Hospital

“We take great pride in being an active partner in our community. This is a reflection of the hard work and dedication of our entire team, and we are excited to continue making a lasting impact.

For more information about OhioHealth Van Wert Hospital and its community initiatives, visit OhioHealth Van Wert Hospital.

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Based in Columbus, Ohio, OhioHealth is a nationally recognized, not-for-profit, charitable, healthcare outreach of the United Methodist Church.   

Serving its communities since 1891, OhioHealth is a family of 35,000 associates, physicians and volunteers, and a network of 16 hospitals, three joint-venture hospitals, one managed-affiliate hospital, 200+ ambulatory sites and other health services spanning a 50-county area. For more information, visit ohiohealth.com.