NMC Transitions Away From Code for Emergency Announcements
NMC has announced that beginning December 1, 2018, all overhead emergency announcements at the hospital will transition from ‘code’ to plain language. These changes are based on recommendations from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). “It’s become clear over the past few years that it is just as important for our patients, families and visitors to […]
NMC Welcomes Family Physician John J. Hart, MD
Newton Medical Center (NMC) announces the addition of family physician John J. Hart, MD. Dr. Hart will join Mid Kansas Family Practice, the hospital’s primary care clinic in Hesston. “Dr. Hart will be a great addition to our team at Mid Kansas Family Practice,” said Alex Haines, vice president of clinic operations. “With his extensive […]
NMC Announces Appointment of Two New Board Members
Newton Medical Center (NMC) announced today the appointment of two new board members to its board of directors. Effective November 1, 2018, Christopher Conrade of Newton, vice president of Conrade Insurance and Angel Teck, DO, also of Newton, primary care physician at Health Ministries Clinic, joined the hospital’s 19-member governing board. “I am pleased to […]
Jennifer Hamm, RT(R), Takes on Business Development Role
Newton Medical Center (NMC) announces that Jennifer Hamm, director of imaging, will take on the additional role of director of business development. In this expanded role, Hamm will be responsible for developing and implementing new clinical outreach opportunities at NMC in collaboration with key service line and departmental leaders. In addition to providing leadership support in strategic […]
A Message from the CEO: Breast Cancer Awareness
The very thought of getting breast cancer sends cold chills through most women. But did you know that breast cancer affects both women and men? October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month so it will be good to discuss just what we’re supposed to be aware of. I’d guess there are very few adults who haven’t […]
NMC Health Clinicians Give Back to the Dominican Republic
In most developing countries, access to qualified healthcare is rare and typically reserved for the wealthy. To combat this growing disparity, medical professionals around the world donate their time and expertise to provide free healthcare to local populations in these countries. In early September, five of NMC’s providers and staff answered God’s calling and traveled […]
NMC Opens Office for Newton PD
Newton Police Department and Newton Medical Center have formed a partnership to enhance safety on the hospital campus. The hospital has established a satellite office for Newton Police near the Emergency Entrance. With extra activity in that area during overnight hours, hospital officials have been looking for ways to enhance the safety of patients and staff with […]
Welcome Jered Windorski, MD, to Newton Surgical Group
Newton Medical Center (NMC) announces the addition of general surgeon Jered Windorski, MD. Dr. Windorski joins Paul Bogner, MD, John McConeghey, MD, and John McEachern, MD, at Newton Surgical Group. “When I first met with members of NMC’s leadership team, I got the sense that everyone truly had the best interest of the patient at […]
NMC’s Wound Center Earns HBOT Accreditation
Newton Medical Center (NMC) is pleased to announce its Wound Healing & Hyperbaric Center has received accreditation from the Undersea and Hyperbaric Medical Society (UHMS). This makes NMC the first facility in Central Kansas and only the second in the state to receive this distinction. UHMS accreditation recognizes those facilities that meet or exceed the […]
NMC Welcomes Cynthia Ebers as Associate Chief Nursing Officer
Newton Medical Center (NMC) has named Cynthia Ebers, RN, BSN, RNFA, CNOR, as associate chief nursing officer. Ebers will oversee some of NMC’s clinical service lines, including surgical services, wound care, diabetes education and the cardiac catheterization lab. “I’m thrilled to welcome Cindi to NMC,” said Heather Porter, chief clinical officer. “With an extensive background […]
