NMC Announces New Weekend Hours for Convenient Care Clinic
Beginning Saturday, April 1, Newton Medical Center’s Convenient Care clinic will have new weekend hours. Previously, the walk-in clinic was open from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. daily (excluding major holidays). While the weekday hours will remain the same, weekend hours of operation will change to between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. “Historically, Saturday and […]
NMC Receives High 5 for Mom & Baby Renewal Recognition
Newton Medical Center (NMC) has met the requirements and received renewal of its High 5 for Mom & Baby status. The High 5 program – initiated, funded and provided at no charge to Kansas hospitals by the United Methodist Health Ministry Fund – incorporates specific new maternity care procedures based on proven health benefits associated […]
NMC Hosts Free Screening of End-of-Life Care Film
Newton Medical Center has partnered with the Newton YMCA to host a free, community screening of the documentary “Being Mortal” on Friday, March 31, 10 a.m. to noon. Following the screening, Dr. Stephen Cranston and licensed social worker Terresia DuBois will host a discussion on what matters most to patients and families facing difficult treatment […]
NMC Health Welcomes Alex Haines as VP of Clinic Operation
Alex Haines has joined Newton Medical Center as vice president of clinic operations. Haines will oversee the operations of the hospital’s 12 primary care and specialty clinics. “Alex brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the table,” said Todd Kasitz, Newton Medical Center chief financial officer. “As we continue to expand our footprint and […]
NMC to Buy Pinnacle Rehabilitation & Sports Performance
Newton Medical Center announced today it has signed a letter of intent with The Summit to purchase Pinnacle Rehabilitation & Sports Performance. Effective March 1, 2017, the clinic will begin operations as an outpatient service of the hospital. The Summit, a physician-owned healthcare facility, has owned and operated the clinic since 2009. “With our primary […]
Newton Medical Center Launches Telestroke Program
Time is of the essence in treating victims of stroke or other neurological emergencies. That’s why Newton Medical Center is launching a new program using telemedicine videoconferencing technology to enhance its ability to connect patients with neurologists who can quickly diagnose and treat patients any time of the day or night. “The best outcomes occur […]
NMC Surgeon Turns to Colleague for Knee Replacement
Newton Medical Center Chief Medical Officer, Charles Craig, MD, has nearly four decades of orthopedic surgery experience. But last fall, he experienced health care from a completely different perspective — as the patient.
NMC Health Diabetes Education Earns National Recognition
Newton Medical Center has been awarded the prestigious American Diabetes Association (ADA) Education Recognition Certificate. This recognition affirms that, through their diabetes self-management education program, the hospital provides high-quality education, which is an essential component of effective diabetes treatment. The Association’s Education Recognition Certificate assures that educational programs meet the National Standards for Diabetes Self-Management […]
NMC Partners with Award Program to Recognize Nurses
Nurses at Newton Medical Center are being honored with the DAISY Award for Extraordinary Nurses. The award is part of the DAISY Foundation’s program to recognize the super-human efforts nurses perform every day. The not-for-profit DAISY Foundation is based in Glen Ellen, CA, and was established by family members in memory of J. Patrick Barnes. […]
NMC Welcomes Patricia Corning as Diabetes Educator
Patricia Corning, BSN, RN, CDE, has joined Newton Medical Center as outpatient diabetes clinical educator. “I am thrilled to welcome Pattie to the Newton Medical Center family,” said Heather Porter, associate chief clinical officer. “Pattie brings enthusiasm and a wealth of experience to guide the needs of our patients with diabetes.” A graduate of Wichita […]
