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Hiawatha, August 10, 2023 –The new Senior Life Services program at Amberwell Hiawatha provides outpatient group therapy to support seniors fighting depression and anxiety.   Through guided discussion with a trained counselor, participants build meaningful relationships and receive support for issues seniors commonly face like depression, anxiety, medical illness, difficult relationships, grief, loss, and trauma.  The service's launch will be marked with an Open House event, welcoming the public to explore...

Amberwell is thrilled to announce that Paige Knudson, DNAP, CRNA, has joined the surgical care team at Amberwell Hiawatha. Paige is excited to return to serve in the Northeast Kansas area she grew up in and to provide anesthesia services to surgical patients. She appreciates the autonomy that comes with being a CRNA, being responsible for assessing a patient’s medical history, evaluating their condition, and determining the appropriate anesthesia technique...

Amberwell Health proudly welcomes Lane T. Young, DNAP, CRNA, to our surgical care team at Amberwell Atchison. Lane has a genuine passion for the intricate procedures involved in his profession, such as epidurals, spinal anesthesia, and peripheral nerve blocks. He approaches each task with compassion and enthusiasm. There are a few reasons Lane chose to serve at Amberwell. “First, I’m excited about the variety of surgical cases that I’ll get...

We are excited to welcome Cari Meats, DNAP, CRNA, to the surgical care team at Amberwell Atchison. Cari brings with her a fascination for the complexity of anesthesia. The intricate nature of the field satisfies her scientific brain. Every patient and every case are unique, which keeps her mind engaged and excited about the work she does. Cari was initially encouraged to take a position with Amberwell by David Hart,...

Amberwell Health is pleased to announce that Andrew Durbin, DNAP, CRNA, has joined the surgical care team at Amberwell Atchison. One aspect that Andrew enjoys about being a CRNA is the ability to customize anesthesia for each patient. He tailors each treatment specifically to the patient and their needs. His goal is to keep the patient relaxed and ensure their comfort throughout the process. He considers the whole patient and...

Growing team creates improved access to care Since joining Amberwell Health, Amberwell Hiawatha has focused on improving access to care. Throughout 2022, Amberwell Hiawatha’s primary care team added four new healthcare providers, which now allows us to offer same-day appointments for our area communities.In January, Amberwell Hiawatha welcomed Monica Scholz, FNP-C, to the primary care team.July saw the addition of Kristy Selland, CNM, APRN, and finally in September, the Amberwell Hiawatha...

June 19th is the beginning of Healthcare Risk Management Week. At Amberwell, each department works closely with our executive director of quality and risk to keep a watchful eye on every aspect of patient care and make our patients’ well-being our top priority. All employees work hard to ensure that the healthcare experience at Amberwell facilities is safe. We promote patient safety by fostering a culture of continuous improvement through...

We are excited to welcome Elizabeth Courtney, FNP-BC, to the primary care team at Amberwell Eighth Street Clinic. Elizabeth’s broad medical background has given her valuable experience working with patients of all ages and varieties of medical conditions. Her special interests are in geriatrics and weight management. Elizabeth chose Amberwell because she has always been drawn to the unique aspects of healthcare in smaller communities. “During my clinicals, I was...

Community Health Improvement Week provides us with a great moment to recognize the efforts of Amberwell's community health workers, who play an important role in keeping the communities we serve healthy and safe. These professionals work to provide services to individuals in need, and their contributions to public health are greatly appreciated. Community Health Workers can assist with: Transportation Food and/or medication Housing and/or utilities Insurance Coverage Social/Emotional Support Vaccinations...

We are excited to introduce the newest addition to the Amberwell Healthcare family, Amberwell Lansing Clinic located in Lansing, KS. As always, we are dedicated to providing exceptional healthcare to individuals and families in our communities. We are able to offer a wide range of services at Amberwell Lansing Clinic, including primary care, general surgery and orthopedic services, and occupational health services. Our team of experienced and compassionate healthcare professionals...