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CH Career Discovery Days Inspired Area Students

Community Hospital recently hosted a successful Career Discovery Days on March 4 & 5. The event, aimed at providing students with insights into various healthcare careers, was met with enthusiasm from both attendees and organizers alike.

The two-day event attracted participation from nine schools, with over 100 students registered to attend. The program featured interactive sessions and…

CH Light of Hope Survivor Dinner a Success

The Cancer Awareness Committee of Community Hospital is overjoyed to announce the success of its recent special occasion, the Light of Hope Survivor Dinner, held on Saturday, February 24, in the Prairie View meeting rooms. This uplifting event brought together 70 individuals, fostering a spirit of resilience, perseverance, and hope.

The evening kicked off with live music and a warm social…

CH Announces Temporary Closure of ER Entrance

Weather permitting, the Emergency Room entrance will be closed starting Monday, March 11 at 6:00 am and will remain inaccessible until the completion of the project on Wednesday, March 13. During this period, visitors and patients seeking medical attention at the ER and with scheduled laboratory draws are kindly requested to use the front entrance for access to the hospital. We will have staff monitoring…

CH Welcomes Telehealth Endocrinologist

McCook, Neb. – Community Hospital is excited to announce the addition of Dr. Sravanthi Sanivarapu, a telehealth endocrinologist, to its medical staff. Dr. Sanivarapu will see patients through telemedicine equipment located in the Medical Specialists Center on the second Friday of each month beginning April 12. Referral from a primary care provider is required.

Dr. Sanivarapu specializes…

Grant Adds Dry Heat Therapy to Rehab Services

Community Hospital’s Rehabilitation Center is offering a new treatment to relieve pain, stiffness, swelling, and hypersensitivity to hands, wrists, forearms, and feet. The new treatment uses a fluidotherapy machine, which offers a dry heat therapy featuring fluidization technology. This advanced therapy harnesses the unique characteristics of fluidized particles to provide effective relief for a…

CHHF Invests in Baby Bassinets

Community Hospital Health Foundation is excited to announce the acquisition of state-of-the-art baby bassinets, the Halo BassiNest, designed to revolutionize the newborn care experience at our Community Hospital.

 The introduction of Halo BassiNests is part of our ongoing commitment to providing the highest standard of care for newborns and their families. These innovative bassinets are…

Third Annual Teddy Bear Toss to Raise Support

In a heartwarming tradition that has become a beloved community event, McCook Bison fans are gearing up for the Third Annual Teddy Bear Toss during the halftime of the boys’ varsity basketball game against Gering on Friday, February 9th. The much-anticipated event aims to bring joy and comfort to pediatric patients by collecting and donating stuffed animals.

Basketball enthusiasts and compassionate…

CH Hosts Special Event to Celebrate Cancer Survivors

Community Hospital is delighted to invite cancer survivors and their guests to a special event celebrating resilience and hope. The Light of Hope Survivor Dinner will take place at Prairie View meeting rooms in Community Hospital on February 24 starting at 6:00 PM.

Kim Holiday, the utilization review and swing bed coordinator for Community Hospital, shared her personal journey as a cancer…

EVS Team Achieves Cleanliness Milestone

Patients and visitors at Community Hospital have long held the expectation of a pristine and sanitized environment, and the dedicated Environmental Services team has consistently exceeded those expectations. Led by EVS Director, Dan Curtis, the team prioritizes the health and safety of patients and visitors daily, resulting in outstanding cleanliness ratings.

During fiscal year 2023, an…

CH Welcomes Second Experienced Orthopedic Surgeon

Community Hospital is proud to announce the addition of Dr. Douglas Tice, a renowned and highly skilled orthopedic surgeon, to its esteemed medical staff. This exciting development highlights our mission of leading our region to a healthier future.

Dr. Tice brings a wealth of experience and expertise to Community Hospital, having spent two years at Shepherd Air Force Base as the Chief Orthopedic…