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Saint John ER Physician Urges Caution with Heat-Related Illnesses
With temperatures in the 90s, and the heat index soaring above 100 degrees, the Summer of 2024 is shaping up to be a hot one, and that can spell danger for anyone who is susceptible to heat-related illnesses. “When temperatures reach the 90s and above for several days...
Saint John ER Physician Offers Fireworks alert and safety tips
Most families love the Fourth of July and the fireworks that accompany the celebration. What is not loved are the preventable trips to the emergency room for fireworks-related injuries. The best way to enjoy fireworks is to leave it to the professionals and visit a...
Daisy Award presented to Saint John ER nurse
Saint John Hospital is proud to honor its extraordinary nurses with the DAISY Award. The hospital’s recent DAISY Award winner is Rachel Beckley, RN., staff nurse, Emergency Department. Rachel was selected from a field of registered nurses nominated by patients,...
Saint John Invites Community to 160th Birthday Bash Celebration March 16, 2024
Celebrating the past, present and future. Saint John Hospital is hosting a 160th Birthday Bash on Saturday, March 16, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., at 3500 S 4th Street, Leavenworth, Kan. The family fun event is being held to mark the 160th year that Saint John has cared for residents in Leavenworth and surrounding communities.
Navigating Health with FastTrackCare: A Day in the Life
In the hustle and bustle of our daily lives, health often takes a backseat to our myriad responsibilities. Enter FastTrackCare, a revolutionary service that puts you in control of your health journey without disrupting your routine. Today, let's take a...
Streamlining Your Emergency Room Experience: Introducing FastTrackCare
At Saint John Hospital, we offer FastTrackCare, a simple online tool that lets you reserve your spot in the ER for non-life-threatening issues ahead of time. Here’s how it works and how it can help you. Please remember, in a life-threatening medical emergency, call...
Angela Resch, PA, Voted BEST Family Physician by Leavenworth Times Readers
Angela Resch, PA, was voted Best Family Physician in Leavenworth by the readers in the 2023 Best of Leavenworth. Angela is part of the Saint John Medical Group, located in the Pavilion. Physician assistant Angela Resch, PA-C, received her bachelor’s degree in biology...
Saint John is a Healthgrades Five Star Recipient for Pneumonia and Sepsis Treatment
Saint John Hospital, a member of Prime Healthcare, announced recently that it is nationally recognized in pulmonary and critical care service lines and received two Five-Star ratings according to new research released by Healthgrades, the leading online resource for...
Understanding Medicare Annual Wellness Visits: Your Guide to Cognitive Screening and Alzheimer’s Assessment
As we approach Alzheimer's Awareness Month in November, it's an opportunity to shine a light on the importance of early detection and awareness of Alzheimer's disease. Medicare annual wellness visits are a vital component of preventive healthcare, aimed at maintaining...
Saint John names new Chief Nursing Officer
Saint John Hospital has named Dr. Billie Leonard, DNP, MSN, RN, as Chief Nursing Officer/Administrator. Billie brings more than 20 years of nursing experience, which include critical care, emergency services, education, and healthcare leadership. Billie has served as...
Saint John celebrates 10 year anniversary with Prime Healthcare.
Saint John Hospital and Providence Medical Center are marking a significant 10-year milestone as members of Prime Healthcare, an award-winning national health system with 45 acute-care hospitals and more than 300 outpatient locations in 14 states. As part of Prime’s...
Saint John receives CMS Five-Star Rating
Saint John Hospital has received the coveted CMS five-star rating; the hospital has received this designation the past five years. The five-star rating is the highest possible rating (on a scale of one to five) -- and reflects exceptional quality care being provided...