Amberwell Health Atchison

We are excited to announce that Michelle Cusumano, FNP-C, has joined the primary care team at Amberwell Eighth Street Clinic. As a nurse practitioner, Michelle aligns her professional approach with the American Nurses Association’s Code of Ethics. Michelle values each patient as an individual, considers each patient a partner in their own care, and keeps patients well informed and well educated before making decisions about their health care. In her...

Aggie Asher is retiring after thirty-three years of service at Amberwell Health. Aggie began working at Amberwell on August 14, 1989, as a social worker. She became the manager of social services in 1993 and has served in that role for the past thirty years. “Amberwell has been my work family for thirty-three years,” said Aggie. “I have seen patients and families at their best and at their worst. I...

Baby Rydgelee with her parents, Piper and Blaze, and brother, Rutter. Rydgelee with her mother, and Dr. McGarrett Groth Meet Amberwell Atchison’s first baby born in 2023Rydgelee Mae Hollands was born to Blaze & Piper Hollands, and welcomed by her big brother, Rutter, age 3, on Wednesday, January 4 at 7:43 am. Rydgelee weighed 7lbs, 10.6oz. Baby Rydgelee Mae was delivered by Dr. McGarrett Groth.Congratulations to Blaze & Piper on...

​Patty Ralston is retiring after twenty-four-and-a-half years of service at Amberwell Atchison. Patty started with Amberwell on June 29, 1998, as a phlebotomist and has worked in the lab ever since. Patty’s fondest memories of working at Amberwell include the times when her fellow lab employees felt like one big family. “In my retirement, I am looking forward to spending more time with my husband and family and trying new...

Shirley Eckert is retiring after over thirty-two years of service at Amberwell Atchison. Shirley began her career with Amberwell on October 8, 1990, as an admitting clerk, working on an as needed basis. Then, she joined the admitting team full-time and later transferred to the surgery department as the unit secretary. “I have worked in many departments of the hospital and each one has brought a new learning experience,” said...

We’ve experienced unusually high flu numbers this season and there is a nationwide shortage of treatment medication available for this viral disease. We hate seeing so many of our community members sick–we know it's rough to deal with the nasty symptoms of flu for the 7-10 days it takes to get better. We've discovered that the majority of our flu patients did not get their flu vaccine this year, so...

We know many families are dealing with winter sickness and we want you to know we’re here for you. Here are some tips to help you get same-day or next-day care when you’re sick: Call before you come. Call before you come in to get scheduled for a priority acute care appointment. When you call for an acute care appointment, you will be prioritized for a same-day or next-day time...

The Amberwell Atchison Volunteers is a dynamic, fun-loving group of individuals who help provide much needed support to Amberwell Atchison and the Atchison community. Each year they dedicate hours of their time, energy, and skills to making a difference in the lives of our patients and their loved ones. At Amberwell Atchison, our Volunteers have responsibilities like greeting and helping patients and visitors at the lobby information desk and assisting...

For more than twenty years, Amberwell Health at Home has decorated a Remember Me Tree in the Amberwell Atchison lobby to honor the loved ones we have lost. Community members and employees have the opportunity to purchase ornaments decorating the Remember Me Tree, which remains on display throughout the holidays. This year's ornament is a dove to represent the hope of peace and comfort as we fondly remember the loved...

We are excited to announce that Joseph Asher, MD, has joined the primary care team at Amberwell Atchison. Dr. Asher provides care to patients of all ages and health conditions. He is a great communicator and easy for patients to talk to. One of his strengths is his ability to explain complex health issues to his patients so that they can make informed medical decisions in order to achieve their...