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During Health Information Professionals Week, Amberwell recognizes the work of its Health Information Management (HIM) team. While most people might not interact with them directly, the HIM team makes healthcare safer, smoother, and more connected. Their work helps ensure that every individual who receives care from Amberwell is supported by accurate and accessible information. How HIM Makes a Difference Amberwell’s HIM team provides services that directly impact the people Amberwell...

When it comes to screening for colorectal cancer, you have options. But it's important to know that not all tests offer the same benefits. While at-home stool tests are convenient and non-invasive, colonoscopy remains the gold standard—and for good reason. Colonoscopy: Detection and Prevention in One Unlike stool tests that look only for signs of existing cancer, a colonoscopy allows doctors to visually inspect your entire colon. More importantly, it...

Amberwell is excited to welcome Rachel Frye, FNP-C, to the Primary Care team at Amberwell Lansing Clinic. Rachel was drawn to Amberwell because of its focus on building relationships within the community and its commitment to expanding access to care, particularly in the Leavenworth and Lansing area. She is excited to be part of that effort. Passionate about providing compassionate and comprehensive care, Rachel is especially committed to women’s health...

Did you know? The HR team at Amberwell does more than hiring—they’re behind the scenes making sure everything runs smoothly for our employees. From recruiting new team members and guiding them through onboarding to managing benefits, payroll, and employee support, they help make Amberwell a great place to work. They keep everyone informed, ensure policies are in place, and answer questions so that employees can focus on providing great care....

March is National Athletic Training Month, and we’re giving a well-deserved shoutout to some of our sports medicine MVPs—our athletic trainers! Take a minute to get to know our athletic trainers...their March Madness strategy, extreme sports dreams, favorite Chiefs players, and more! Our athletic trainers work closely with coaches, athletic directors, and parents to provide excellent care and treatment for local student athletes. They attend baseball, softball, football, basketball, and wrestling events and...

March is Social Work Month. It is a time to acknowledge, appreciate and celebrate the social workers of Amberwell and in our community. The 2025 theme for social work month is Social Work: Compassion + Action. This is exactly what social work is about. Social workers care about people and each day, social workers help millions of Americans navigate life’s challenges. Social workers work in many areas of our society—in...

Raffle Alert: Win Half a Hog! Tickets are available now—don’t miss your chance to win. Get your online raffle tickets here: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/12-hog-raffle-processing-fees-not-included?fbclid=IwY2xjawIrEnJleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHbZDkHbkA4nQaMjtQptlOtmbQlsCfwRbL8cB3AF42-bQQ6S9qyge_8GmfQ_aem_xULIpjOlmgN15ESGsQ-9AQ Important Notes: • The optional tip at checkout supports Zeffy, not Amberwell Hiawatha Foundation. Zeffy offers nonprofits a free platform by relying on optional donor tips. The tip is pre-set at checkout but can be adjusted or set to $0.00 if you prefer not to contribute. • The...

Silent Auction Now Open! Get ready to bid on exclusive items while supporting a great cause! Our Denim & Diamonds Annual Fundraiser is just around the corner, and you don’t have to be present to participate—or win! Bid on incredible items in our Virtual Silent Auction, all while supporting local healthcare! Auction closes March 1 at 10pm during our Denim & Diamonds Annual Fundraiser. IMPORTANT NOTES The optional tip at...

"All of the nurses that took care of us were great! They all went above and beyond to make our labor, delivery, and postpartum stay a breeze. Our midwife, Kristy Selland, was also very considerate and helpful throughout our time here. Our nurse, Brandy Rice, put in extra effort to make our stay comfortable. The care and concern the nursing staff showed us was top-notch." – Laura & Jared Selland Laura...

During Cardiac Rehabilitation Week, we recognize the vital role of cardiac rehab in reducing potentially devastating effects of heart disease. About 800,000 people in the United States have a heart attack each year. Cardiac rehabilitation can not only help a person recover from a heart issue but also prevent future complications. Thank you to our amazing Cardiac Rehab teams at Amberwell Atchison & Amberwell Hiawatha for their dedication, patience, and...