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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...

Join us as we celebrate our certified registered nurse anesthetists during CRNA Week! CRNAs are key members of Amberwell’s surgical care team. They work hard and are committed to providing life-saving care to our patients daily. They care for patients when patients are at their most vulnerable—while undergoing a surgical procedure. They watch over our patients before, during, and after surgery to ensure that each patient makes it through their...

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...

Meet Amberwell Hiawatha’s first baby born in 2023! Eliza Marie Noll was born to Ethan & Krista Noll, and welcomed by her big sister Ada, age 2, on Monday, January 2 at 8:13 am. Eliza weighed 9lbs, 2.6oz. Baby Eliza was delivered by Dr. Jessica Jarvis. The Hiawatha community welcomed its newest resident with a gift basket containing items donated by Kex RX, Shirt Shack, Mainstreet Flower Shoppe, Amberwell Hiawatha...

​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...

Each year, GERD Awareness Week is observed during the week of Thanksgiving, when people traditionally overindulge in rich, scrumptious holiday foods. Unfortunately, this overindulgence often causes uncomfortable symptoms like heartburn, bloating, and regurgitation. While it’s common for people to experience heartburn one to two times per month—especially during the holidays—if you experience heartburn two or more times per week, you may have a more serious condition called GERD. What is...