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Stay informed with the latest news, healthcare updates, provider announcements, community stories, and organizational updates from Clay County Medical Center.


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

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Mar 231 min read


National Recognition for Outstanding Patient Care
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.

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Dec 9, 20251 min read


Clay County Medical Center Recognized for Excellence in Patient Perspective
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.

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Nov 20, 20252 min read


Clay County Medical Center Encourages Residents to Establish Care
Clay County Medical Center is encouraging community members to establish care with a primary care provider, as national data shows nearly one in five Kansans do not have a personal physician.

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Nov 10, 20251 min read


Clay County Medical Center Ranked Among the Nation’s Cleanest Hospitals
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.

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Sep 30, 20251 min read


Nurse Communication Ranked Among Top 8% of Hospitals Nationwide at Clay County Medical Center
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.

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Sep 23, 20251 min read


Clay County Medical Center Welcomes Crystal Hathorne, PMHNP-BC, to Behavioral Health Team
Clay County Medical Center welcomes Crystal Hathorne, MSN, APRN, PMHNP-BC, to its behavioral health team. Crystal brings extensive experience in psychiatric mental health care and will provide services for patients of all ages throughout the region.

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Sep 4, 20252 min read


Urology Services Available at Clay Center Family Physicians
Clay County Medical Center's urology services are now located within the newly expanded Clay Center Family Physicians clinic, providing patients with convenient access to specialized care close to home.

Clay County Medical Center
Aug 20, 20252 min read


ENT Services Available at Clay Center Family Physicians
Clay County Medical Center is expanding specialty care services with the addition of ENT care at Clay Center Family Physicians. Dr. Eric Purdom and Carissa Horton, PA-C, will continue providing expert ear, nose, and throat care close to home.

Clay County Medical Center
Aug 7, 20251 min read


Clay County Medical Center Stands Strong as OB Services Vanish Across Kansas
As obstetric services continue to decline across Kansas and the nation, Clay County Medical Center remains committed to providing local maternity care and supporting families through every stage of pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum recovery.

Clay County Medical Center
Jul 24, 20251 min read


Clay County Medical Center Named One of America’s 100 Best Hospitals for 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
Jul 1, 20251 min read


Clay County Medical Center Welcomes Wendy Gibson, PMHNP, to Behavioral Health Team
Clay County Medical Center welcomes Wendy Gibson, PMHNP, to its behavioral health team. Wendy brings extensive experience in healthcare, nursing education, and psychiatric mental health care to the communities CCMC serves.

Clay County Medical Center
Jun 16, 20252 min read


Clay County Medical Center Recognized Among Kansas’ Cleanest Hospitals
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
Jun 14, 20251 min read


Chase Turner, DPT, Joins Clay County Medical Center
Clay County Medical Center welcomes Chase Turner, DPT, to its Rehabilitation Services team. Turner brings experience in inpatient and outpatient physical therapy and offers specialized treatment options including dry needling, cupping, and myofascial scraping.

Clay County Medical Center
May 5, 20252 min read


Clay County Medical Center Recognized with Women’s Choice Award for Emergency Care Excellence
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
Apr 28, 20251 min read


Clay County Medical Center Celebrates Occupational Therapy Month
Clay County Medical Center is recognizing Occupational Therapy Month and celebrating the impact occupational therapists have in helping patients regain independence and improve their quality of life.

Clay County Medical Center
Apr 14, 20251 min read


Wound Center Receives Dual Recognition
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
Mar 17, 20251 min read


Clay County Medical Center Recognized as a 2025 Top 100 Critical Access Hospital
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.

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Feb 18, 20251 min read


Have a Wound? Wound Care is Essential
Clay County Medical Center's Comprehensive Wound Center provides specialized care for chronic and non-healing wounds, helping patients reduce complications and improve healing outcomes through advanced treatment options.

Clay County Medical Center
Feb 10, 20251 min read


Clay County Medical Center Recognized as Health Quality Innovator of the Year Runner-Up
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
Jan 30, 20251 min read
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