News & Updates

Clay County Medical Center (CCMC) is pleased to announce that David Hein, MD, has accepted the role of Medical Director of the Emergency Department, bringing additional leadership and clinical expertise to the hospital's emergency medicine program.

Clay County Medical Center (CCMC) is proud to announce that Meghan Blythe Shriver, MD, will join its medical team as a general surgeon, expanding access to high-quality surgical care for patients in the region.

Clay County Medical Center (CCMC) is pleased to announce that Valerie Binns, MD, will join its medical team as a general surgeon, further strengthening access to high-quality surgical care for patients in north central Kansas.

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.

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 plays a vital role in the health and economic strength of Clay County, supporting hundreds of jobs and providing essential healthcare services that residents rely on every day.

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 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 continues to make progress on its facility expansion and improvement projects, including the Clay Center Family Physicians addition and accessibility enhancements at the Emergency Department entrance.

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.