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A grant from the Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development has prevented the impending closure of Bucktail Medical Center and preserved its ability to deliver essential care to thousands of rural residents of central Pennsylvania.

Beset by many of the same financial and economic challenges currently affecting numerous rural health care providers nationwide, Bucktail Medical Center’s services — including hospital care, a community clinic, imaging, lab, physical therapy, a 24-hour emergency room, acute care and more — represent access to lifesaving care for people who otherwise would face with much longer travel times for the same services.

A coalition of local and state lawmakers coordinated efforts to secure the state funding, noting that the hospital is central not only to the health of the community but also to its economic well-being and ability to attract new business and thrive.

“The $1 million makes it possible for Bucktail Medical Center to continue serving the health care needs of the Renovo community and western Clinton County,” said Laura Murnyack, CEO of Bucktail Medical Center. “Our doors remain open, and we offer comprehensive healthcare services for people of all ages, from infants to seniors.”