Wisconsin Health News: Providers Respond to Western WI Healthcare Closures

A year-and-a-half after two western Wisconsin hospitals shut their doors, health systems are pursuing expansion and building projects to meet the Chippewa Valley’s healthcare needs. On November 19, 2025, Wisconsin Health News a virtual panel will take a deep dive in what’s unfolded since the closures. Panelists include:

• Dr. Richard Helmers, Regional Vice President, Mayo Clinic Health System in Northwest Wisconsin
• Dr. Brian Hoerneman, President and CEO Marshfield Clinic – Sanford Health
• Sen. Jesse James, R-Thorp
• Mike Sanders, Advisor, Chippewa Valley Health Cooperative
• Sen. Jeff Smith, D-Brunswick
• Jason Troxell, Northwest Wisconsin Division President, Aspirus Health