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Happy National Hospitalist Day! The role of hospitalist originated in the late 1990s as a way for providers to spend focused time caring for hospitalized patients. The hospitalists at Amberwell provide personalized, one-on-one care to our patients. They monitor them during their stay and are accessible in case of emergencies. They work closely with therapists, dieticians, pharmacists, staff, and technicians participating in treatments to ensure our patients are getting the...

March is Social Work Month and this year’s theme is “Empowering Social Workers.” It’s a special time to celebrate social workers for all the work they do. Social workers face many challenges when working with individuals and families. Social workers often deal with homelessness, drug and alcohol addiction, suicide risks, and finding appropriate placement or resources for elderly and/or disabled. These are just a few of the issues social workers...

CELEBRATING OUR ATHLETIC TRAINERS DURING NATIONAL ATHLETIC TRAINING MONTH Amberwell athletic trainers function as a critical connection between athletes and healthcare providers at seven area schools and at Highland Community College. These certified professionals are not just trainers; they are vital in keeping our athletes healthy and assist with everything from preventing injuries to helping with recovery. They are a constant presence at sporting events, from baseball diamonds to the...

Happy National Social Work Month! Social workers do a lot to support people in need, from giving advice to offering different kinds of assistance. At Amberwell, our dedicated team of social workers work hard to connect patients and their families to essential resources or help them transition to the appropriate level of care as they continue to recover from illness or injury. Our social workers are uniquely equipped with crisis...

Do you have a family history of skin cancer? Are you concerned about a skin spot? Skin cancer is more common than you think, and it can affect anyone. Don't ignore the warning signs! Regular skin screenings help catch problems early, increasing the chances of successful treatment. General surgeon Dr. Roderick Warren and his expert team will be performing free skin cancer screenings at Amberwell Atchison on Friday, April 5th...

Most colon cancer begins as small, precancerous polyps in the colon. When left untreated, the polyps can grow, develop cancer, and spread. Fortunately, most cases of colon cancer are preventable and treatable when caught early on through screening. Screening allows your physician to find and remove the polyps to prevent cancer from developing or to catch it in its earliest stages. Everyone is at risk for colon cancer. Colorectal cancer is...

February 11–17, 2024, is National Cardiac Rehab Week, and we’re celebrating the fantastic cardiac rehab team at Amberwell! The team works hard to improve the heart health of the patients we serve. We truly appreciate everything they do to help our patients control cardiac risk factors and live longer, healthier lives. Cardiac rehabilitation at Amberwell is a customized and comprehensive program that includes treatment and education for patients who have...

Join us as we celebrate the incredible and dedicated women physicians of Amberwell: Dr. Williams, Dr. Jarvis, Dr. Padron, Dr. Kriwiel, Dr. Siebert, Dr. Tackett, Dr. Green, Dr. Cook, and Dr. Carpenter. On this Women Physicians' Day, they stand united in red for National Wear Red Day, spreading awareness about heart disease, the leading cause of death in the United States, especially among women. Take a moment to have a...

On January 25, we recognize the hard work and dedication of our infusion nurses. We appreciate the skill and compassion they use to care for our patients. Their services enable patients to get the life-saving treatments they need without having to travel far to get them. Thank you for all you do to keep our patients healthy, safe, and comfortable. Infusion nurses administer medications and fluids through an intravenous (IV)...

Administering anesthesia across the United States for more than 150 years, Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists (CRNAs) from Amberwell Health and thousands of their colleagues from around the country are celebrating this year’s 25th annual National CRNA Week campaign taking place, January 17-24. 2024. With a history spanning back to the Civil War, nurse anesthetists have remained at the head of the table for every moment of their patients’ procedures, administering...