O'Bleness Memorial Hospital
55 Hospital Dr · Athens, Ohio 45701O'Bleness Memorial Hospital, part of OhioHealth, is a 100-bed community hospital located in Athens, Ohio. Founded in 1917, it provides comprehensive medical services including 24/7 emergency care (Level III Trauma Center, Primary Stroke Center, Accredited Chest Pain Center), surgical services, cancer care, orthopedics, women's health, and various specialty clinics. The hospital is recognized for its patient safety and quality, holding an 'A' Hospital Safety Grade from Leapfrog and 'High Performing' ratings from U.S. News & World Report in several areas. It serves as a vital healthcare hub for Athens and the surrounding southeastern Ohio region, committed to delivering high-quality, compassionate care.
Specialties & Programs
Hospital information
- 24/7 Emergency Care
- Available
More emergency department details
- Pediatric Emergency Care
- Available
Emergency department treats pediatric patients, but no dedicated pediatric ER unit.
- Stroke Center
- Available
Primary Stroke Center (The Joint Commission certified)
- Cardiac Emergency Capabilities
- Available
Accredited Chest Pain Center with Primary PCI (American College of Cardiology)
- Air Ambulance / Helipad
- Available
24/7 emergency care, Level III Trauma Center, Primary Stroke Center, Accredited Chest Pain Center with Primary PCI
About Emergency Department Waits
Emergency departments treat patients according to medical urgency rather than arrival order. Wait times can change rapidly based on patient volume, ambulance arrivals, trauma cases and available treatment space. Patients with life-threatening conditions are prioritized immediately. This note is general information and does not describe O'Bleness Memorial Hospital's current wait.

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