By Ryma Lindquist, WWH
SPRING VALLEY, WI – Western Wisconsin Health (WWH) hosted a Grand Opening Ribbon Cutting Event on Friday, November 15, 2024, to celebrate the official opening of the newly remodeled law office building that has been transformed into the new WWH Spring Valley Clinic. The new Clinic is located at E114 Akers Street, Spring Valley, Wisconsin, 54767.
Over 40 local business leaders, community members, and representatives from four Chambers of Commerce gathered to commemorate this milestone in rural healthcare.
The event began with heartfelt remarks from Ellen Thompson, Chief Operating Officer at WWH and a lifelong Spring Valley resident. “As we celebrate the opening of this renewed chapter in Spring Valley’s healthcare journey, we honor the culmination of years of hard work, dedication, and a shared vision for a healthier, stronger community,” said Thompson. She expressed gratitude to the Village of Spring Valley, community leaders, and WWH’s dedicated healthcare professionals for their roles in making this clinic a reality.
Following Thompson’s remarks, Village of Spring Valley President Theresa Koch shared her appreciation for the collaboration that brought the clinic to life. She highlighted the critical partnership formed with WWH CEO Eilidh Pederson and the unwavering efforts of Village Administrator Luann Emerson. “This clinic is a testament to what can be achieved when a community comes together with a shared vision,” said Koch.
Eilidh Pederson addressed the crowd, emphasizing WWH’s mission to redefine rural healthcare. “This day is a dream come true,” Pederson stated. “At WWH, we believe every rural resident has the right to quality healthcare. This clinic is a stunning example of the power of rural communities coming together to meet that need with neighbors caring for neighbors.”
The completely remodeled Spring Valley Clinic includes five Clinic Exam Rooms and a dedicated Behavioral Health Counseling Office, designed to provide comprehensive, compassionate care close to home. Services offered at the new Spring Valley Clinic include Primary Care, Behavioral Health and Prenatal Care. Attendees toured the new facility, marveling at the thoughtful design and modern amenities tailored to meet the community’s needs.
The event concluded with the ceremonial Ribbon Cutting, led jointly by Pederson and Koch, as attendees cheered and celebrated this historic moment for Spring Valley. Representatives from the Spring Valley Chamber, Baldwin-Woodville Chamber, Central St. Croix Chamber, and New Richmond Chamber were on hand to lend their support.
Western Wisconsin Health’s commitment to personalized, high-quality care was evident throughout the day. This Spring Valley Clinic represents the organization’s dedication to its mission to “Build a Healthier Tomorrow, Together.”
For more information about the Spring Valley Clinic or Western Wisconsin Health, visit wwhealth.org, or call 715 684-111 to make an appointment.
