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William Newton Hospital Announces Key Promotions in Radiology, Nursing

Posted in Diagnostic Imaging , In The News , Nursing Services on May 15, 2025

WNH is pleased to announce the promotions of Amanda Gropper to Director of Radiology, Elizabeth Henderson to Medical-Surgical/ICU Nurse Manager, and Nicole Taylor to Medical-Surgical/ICU Assistant Nurse Manager.
WNH Marketing Team Earns Emerald Awards in Statewide Competition

Posted in In The News on May 14, 2025

William Newton Hospital's marketing team, Sarah Johnson, left, and Kylie Stamper, right, earned three Emerald Awards in April at the Kansas Association of Health Care Communicators Spring Conference in Newton.
High Blood Pressure: Raising Awareness in May

Posted in Beats Go On , Cardiac Rehabilitation , Cardiology , Head-to-Toe Health , Weekend Check-Up Column on May 02, 2025

This May, take control of your health. Understand the facts about high blood pressure and take proactive steps to manage it.
William Newton Hospital Launches Apprenticeship Program to Grow Healthcare Workforce, Celebrates National Apprenticeship Day

Posted in Education , In The News , Nursing Services on Apr 29, 2025

William Newton Hospital is taking proactive steps to cultivate its workforce and provide career pathways for community members through its newly established career advancement program, launched on April 14.
Bass N’ BBQ to Benefit William Newton Hospital, Now Taking Entries

Posted in Auxiliary , In The News on Apr 21, 2025

Registration is open for the second Bass N' BBQ bass fishing tournament, BBQ competition, and kids' fishing derby on Saturday, May 10. Hosted by the William Newton Hospital Auxiliary and Winfield City Lake, all proceeds will benefit the hospital.
From Oklahoma Roots to Kansas Care: Pioneer Woman Recognizes Rural Health

Posted in Beats Go On , Cardiology , Foundation , In The News , Surgery on Apr 18, 2025

Ladd and Ree Drummond (a.k.a The Pioneer Woman) visited the Cedar Vale Rural Health Clinic and H. L. Snyder Medical Foundation Surgery Center on Wednesday. As a hardworking, ranching family with experience needing access to good healthcare, the Drummonds showed appreciation for the work William Newton Hospital does for the people of Cowley, Chautauqua, and Elk counties.
Discontinuation of Pulmonary Rehabilitation Services

Posted in In The News on Apr 18, 2025

Pulmonary rehabilitation services will be discontinued effective May 1, 2025. WNH recognizes the significant benefits the pulmonary rehabilitation program has provided to many individuals and appreciates the participation and support from the community over the past two years.
William Newton Hospital Welcomes Dutton

Posted in In The News on Apr 08, 2025

WNH welcomes Brian K. Dutton to the Board of Trustees at March meeting.
WNH Cath Lab Second Critical Access Hospital in U.S. to Treat High Blood Pressure with New Technology

Posted in Cardiac Rehabilitation , Cardiology , In The News , Surgery on Mar 25, 2025

WNH recently treated its first patient with a new renal denervation (RDN) procedure, now offered for certain patients with high blood pressure in the cardiac cath lab. The hospital is the second critical access hospital in the nation to implement the Symplicity Spyral™ RDN system.
Colon Cancer Screening Provides Peace of Mind

Posted in Head-to-Toe Health , Surgery , Weekend Check-Up Column on Mar 21, 2025

Colorectal cancer is a serious health concern, but thankfully, it's largely preventable. Screenings provide early detection and prevention, plus a sense of safety and security.