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Public Notice: Active Shooter Drill Scheduled at Gothenburg Health

Public Notice: Active Shooter Drill Scheduled at Gothenburg Health

October 10, 2019
GOTHENBURG, NE—Gothenburg Health in conjunction with local EMS, Gothenburg school systems, Hill Top Estates, and local law enforcement will be conducting an Active Shooter Drill on Tuesday, October 22, 2019 at Gothenburg Health’s campus beginning at 9 am. To simulate an active shooter in the hospital, the active shooter will be wearing a yellow vest, and will be accompanied by Wanda Cooper, Gothenburg Health’s Director of Nursing, during the entire drill to ensure safety for all involved. The purpose of the Active Shooter drill is to observe, monitor and evaluate how Gothenburg Health staff...Read more

Celebrate PA Week!

Celebrate PA Week!

October 2, 2019
Gothenburg Health is so thankful for our three PAs: Mike Crisman, Aaron Salomon and Natalie Waskowiak. Mike, Aaron, and Natalie do an exceptional job of providing high-quality patient care to our community. What is #PAweek? Each year from October 6-12, we celebrate National PA Week, which recognizes the PA profession and its contributions to the nation’s health. This week is also an opportunity to raise awareness and visibility of the profession. Before it was a weeklong event, National PA Day was first celebrated on October 6, 1987, in honor of the 20th anniversary of the first graduating...Read more

John Blecha, MD, coming to Gothenburg Health!

John Blecha, MD, coming to Gothenburg Health!

August 22, 2019
Exciting news! Gothenburg native and, John Blecha, MD, will be visiting Gothenburg Health on a regular basis starting Thursday, September 19. Dr. Blecha performs all areas of ear, nose and throat (ENT) surgery and has a special interest in pediatric disorders, chronic sinus disease, facial trauma, neck masses and chronic ear disease. Call the clinic to schedule an appointment: 308-537-4066. For more information about Dr. Blecha, check out his bio here .Read more

Total Joint Success Story

Total Joint Success Story

July 17, 2019
Marty is pictured with her husband, Dan. “You need to come and visit Gothenburg Health. The newly constructed facility is awesome,” said Marty Wright, a patient at Gothenburg Health. Marty recently had a total knee replacement completed in-house with orthopedic surgeon, Dr. Scott Lukens. The ability to stay so close to home for a significant outpatient procedure was the primary reason Marty chose Gothenburg Health. Marty feels very strongly that she did not compromise her outcome in the slightest by staying local for the procedure. Working as a nurse for many years, Marty has a special...Read more

Erb returns to Gothenburg Health

Erb returns to Gothenburg Health

July 11, 2019
Jackie Erb, Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) and Gothenburg native, recently returned to Gothenburg Health after working at Children’s Hospital in Omaha. Jackie joins CRNA, Drew Rubalcava who has practiced at Gothenburg Health since June 2018. The following is a reflection from Jackie’s time at Children’s and her decision to return to Gothenburg. The following was originally published to Facebook on May 30, 2019 by Jackie Erb: Today was my last day at Children’s as a CRNA. It has been a year full of amazing experiences and great learning opportunities for my career in anesthesia...Read more

Osteoporosis: Risks, Prevention, Screening, and Treatments

Osteoporosis: Risks, Prevention, Screening, and Treatments

May 31, 2019
Last week, Clinical Pharmacist, Niki Salomon, PharmD RP, and Aaron Salomon, PA-C provided a very engaging and informational Lunch and Learn focused on Osteoporosis. Aaron shared risk factors for Osteoporosis as well as ways to reduce and prevent bone loss. Niki provided a plethora of information about conventional therapies, basic pharmacology, and common misconceptions concerning Osteoporosis medications. We appreciate all the community members who took the time to attend this important event. We periodically host informational Lunch and Learns. We encourage those interested in future free...Read more

Gothenburg Health Announces Senior Life Solutions Partnership

Gothenburg Health Announces Senior Life Solutions Partnership

May 13, 2019
Gothenburg, Nebraska – Gothenburg Health is pleased to announce a partnership with Senior Life Solutions. Senior Life Solutions will be located in Gothenburg Health located at 910 20th Street, Gothenburg, Nebraska. Cassie Hilbers, RN-BSN, Senior Life Solution Program Director Aging brings many joys – more time with family and freedom in retirement – but our older years can also bring difficult life transitions including the loss of loved ones and stresses of age-related health concerns. Gothenburg Health’s Senior Life Solutions is an intensive outpatient group therapy program designed to meet...Read more

Gothenburg Health Achieves Safe Sleep Champion Status as Part of DHHS Initiative

Gothenburg Health Achieves Safe Sleep Champion Status as Part of DHHS Initiative

April 24, 2019
Alone, On Their Back, In a Crib - Helping Babies Sleep Safely Gothenburg Health Achieves Safe Sleep Champion Status as Part of DHHS Initiative From 2012 to 2013, there were 45 sudden unexpected infant deaths in Nebraska . The deaths occurred in 16 different counties, covering both urban and rural areas. At least 35 occurred in an unsafe sleep environment. The Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) worked with the Nebraska Hospital Association, the Nebraska Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics, and the Nebraska Perinatal Quality Improvement Collaborative to launch the...Read more

Dr. Brady O'Hare provided Colorectal Cancer

Dr. Brady O'Hare provided Colorectal Cancer

April 8, 2019
General Surgeon, Dr. Brady O'Hare, recently provided valuable Colorectal Cancer education during a free lunch & learn at Gothenburg Health. Dr. O'Hare provided education on the following topics: How common is colorectal cancer? What is colorectal cancer? What causes it? What are the risk factors? Can colorectal cancer be prevented? Tests to find colorectal cancer early What you can do More information Check out the full presentation: Colorectal Cancer-Preventable, Treatable, Curable. Call the clinic today to schedule your next wellness exam to ensure you're taking the steps necessary to...Read more

Dr. Shackleton Receives Honorary Degree

Dr. Shackleton Receives Honorary Degree

April 2, 2019
Local Physician, Carol Shackleton, MD, Receives Honorary Degree from the American Academy of Family Physicians LA VISTA, NE—Carol L. Shackleton, MD, FAAFP , a family physician at Gothenburg Health has achieved the Degree of Fellow of the American Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP), the national medical association representing over 131,000 family physicians, residents, and medical students. Established in 1971, the AAFP Degree of Fellow recognizes family physicians who have distinguished themselves through service to family medicine and ongoing professional development. This year’s...Read more

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