News & Updates

Clay County Medical Center has been awarded a $2.5 million state grant to purchase a da Vinci 5 surgical robot, expanding access to advanced robotic-assisted surgery for patients across north-central Kansas.

Clay County Medical Center CEO Austin Gillard, FACHE, has been named to Becker’s Hospital Review’s 2026 list of Rural Hospital and Health System Presidents and CEOs to Know, recognizing his leadership and contributions to rural healthcare.

The Comprehensive Wound Center at Clay County Medical Center has earned two national awards from RestorixHealth, recognizing exceptional healing outcomes and patient satisfaction.

Clay County Medical Center has earned Gold Recognition from the Kansas Newborn Screening Program for outstanding performance in newborn screening services, including hearing, CCHD, and collection age measures.

Clay County Medical Center has been recognized by Becker’s Hospital Review as one of the nation’s top patient-recommended hospitals, earning a five-star rating for patient recommendation based on CMS patient experience survey data.

Clay County Medical Center has received a 2025 Performance Leadership Award for Excellence in Patient Perspective, recognizing the hospital's commitment to delivering exceptional patient experiences and compassionate care.

Clay County Medical Center CEO Austin Gillard, FACHE, has been elected to the Kansas Hospital Association Board of Directors, where he will help guide healthcare initiatives and advocate for hospitals across Kansas.

Clay County Medical Center has earned a 5-star cleanliness rating from CMS, placing the organization among the top 6% of hospitals nationwide for hospital cleanliness and patient experience.

Clay County Medical Center has earned a 5-star CMS rating for nurse communication, placing the organization among the top 8% of hospitals in the United States for nurse-patient communication and patient experience.

Clay County Medical Center has been named one of the 100 Best Hospitals for Patient Experience by the 2025 Women’s Choice Award®, recognizing the hospital’s commitment to exceptional patient-centered care.

Clay County Medical Center has earned a 5-star CMS rating for hospital cleanliness, recognizing the organization's commitment to providing a safe, welcoming, and high-quality patient experience.

Clay County Medical Center has earned two national Women's Choice Awards®, recognizing the hospital as one of the nation's best for Emergency Care and Emergency Room Wait Time and Efficiency.

Clay County Medical Center's Comprehensive Wound Center has earned both the RestorixHealth Clinical Distinction Award and the Excellence in Patient Satisfaction Award for outstanding clinical outcomes and exceptional patient care.

Clay County Medical Center has been named one of the 2025 Top 100 Critical Access Hospitals in the United States by The Chartis Center for Rural Health, recognizing outstanding performance in quality, operations, and patient care.

Clay County Medical Center has been named a Health Quality Innovator of the Year runner-up by Health Quality Innovators for its Transitional Care Management program, which helps patients successfully transition from hospital care to recovery at home.

Clay County Medical Center announces that Megan Gfeller, MS, CCC-SLP, and Rebekah Sharp, BSN, RN, have earned Certified Breastfeeding Specialist™ (CBS) certification, expanding breastfeeding education and support services for families throughout the region.

Clay County Medical Center has received a 2024 Performance Leadership Award from The Chartis Center for Rural Health, recognizing the organization for excellence in patient experience and patient satisfaction.

Clay County Medical Center has earned a five-star patient recommendation rating from Becker’s Hospital Review, placing CCMC among a select group of hospitals recognized for outstanding patient satisfaction and care.

Clay County Medical Center's Environmental Services Department has earned a 5-star cleanliness rating from Becker's Hospital Review, placing CCMC among the highest-performing hospitals in the nation for cleanliness and patient satisfaction.

Clay County Medical Center has been recognized by Becker’s Hospital Review as one of the top hospitals in Kansas for nurse communication, reflecting the nursing team's commitment to patient-centered care and exceptional communication.