Community News
Community Hospital celebrated the dedication and generosity of its volunteers at the annual Volunteer Luncheon on April 9. The event served as a heartfelt tribute to the individuals who give their time and compassion to support the hospital and the greater community. Troy Bruntz, President and CEO...
Community Hospital Health Foundation is excited to support medical student training and future healthcare workforce development through the purchase of laparoscopic instrumentation trainers. Made possible by funds from the Genevieve Armstrong Campbell Estate, these state-of-the-art simulation tools...
Community Hospital Health Foundation is proud to support the hospital’s Patient Experience program with a grant to purchase a new Amenity Cart. This cart is stocked with items that patients may need or want during their stay. Created by the hospital’s Patient & Family Advisory Council (PFAC) and...
We are excited to introduce the ROOTS Student Housing Project—Rural Opportunities Offering Tomorrow’s Success—an initiative designed to support the next generation of healthcare providers by offering a welcoming, community-driven living space. Located strategically in downtown McCook (behind the...
Community Hospital is pleased to welcome Dr. Benjamin George, a board-certified medical oncologist and hematologist, to its cancer care team. With more than two decades of experience in oncology, including military medical service, Dr. George brings a deep commitment to patient-centered...
The Cancer Awareness Committee of Community Hospital is pleased to share the success of this year’s Light of Hope Cancer Survivor Dinner, held on Saturday, March 1. The inspiring evening brought together over 30 attendees, uniting survivors and their loved ones in a celebration of resilience...
McCook, NE – Community Hospital welcomed students from 12 area schools, including a homeschool group, for an immersive two-day Career Discovery Days event on Tuesday, February 25, and Wednesday, February 26. Approximately 200 students participated, gaining hands-on experiences in various healthcare...
Community Hospital Health Foundation is proud to announce a grant awarded to support the purchase of an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) for Community Hospital’s Sports Medicine Team. The Sports Medicine Team provides support to McCook Public Schools and McCook Community College athletic...
Community Hospital Health Foundation is excited to recognize the outstanding effort and generosity demonstrated by employees during the recent "Giving is Contagious" campaign. This year, the campaign saw 59% of Community Hospital employees participating by making annual gifts or signing up for...
Community Hospital is pleased to announce a new addition to its Board of Directors. Rebecca Wiemers, LCSW, LMHP, MPA, Ph.D., began her three-year term at the December 18 board meeting. Wiemers, a licensed mental health counselor at Unified Therapy Clinic, has been in the McCook area most of her life...
January 6, 2025 The Community Hospital Health Foundation is proud to announce the appointment of Michal Swanson to its Board of Directors. Swanson, who owns Hermann Jones Funeral Home with his wife Angie, is a respected community leader and longstanding supporter of the Health Foundation. He brings...
In this season of hope and new beginnings, Community Hospital is proud to announce an enhancement to its obstetric services: the Jada® Postpartum Hemorrhage System. This obstetric system, designed to prevent emergent situations, helps prevent excessive bleeding following the birth of a baby. This...
Community Hospital is pleased to announce the launch of an expanded medical oncology service line starting January 2025. Dr. Benjamin George, currently a visiting medical oncology specialist at the Community Hospital Medical Specialists Center, joins Ellen Branham, Community Hospital Nurse...
Community Hospital is excited to announce the official signing of the contract to acquire the assets of McCook Clinic, marking a significant milestone in our ongoing efforts to enhance healthcare services for the region. This agreement represents the start of a new chapter as both teams unite under...
The Community Hospital Health Foundation is proud to share that the Concert for Healthcare, held on October 12th at Kiplinger Arena, was a resounding success, showcasing the power of community engagement and raising over $50,000 to support vital healthcare initiatives. With an incredible turnout of...
Community Hospital is proud to announce that Holly Fritsche, a dedicated and highly skilled surgical technologist, has been awarded the esteemed Fellow of the Association of Surgical Technologists designation. This accolade, the highest national honor for a surgical technologist, was bestowed upon...
Community Hospital, in partnership with the Health Foundation, proudly announces the recipients of the 2024 Career Discovery Days Scholarships. These scholarships, generously funded by the Community Hospital Health Foundation, are each valued at $500 and recognize exceptional high school seniors who...
McCook, Neb. – Community Hospital is proud to announce its continued partnership with the University of Nebraska - Kearney in the UNK Rural Immersion Program. This innovative program aims to provide UNK students with firsthand experience in rural healthcare settings, fostering a deeper understanding...
In commemoration of Arbor Day 2024, Community Hospital proudly placed a chinkapin oak tree on its premises yesterday, April 23, symbolizing a dedication to growth, resilience, and environmental consciousness. Embracing its role as a cornerstone of regional health, Community Hospital recognizes the...