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Dr. Dodds Receives Prestigious Award
By: Boone CountyBoone County Health Center (BCHC) Doctor Tami Dodds has received the “Volunteer Clinical Faculty Award” from the University of Nebraska Medical Center’s national honor society Alpha Omega Alpha (AOA). This prestigious award honors a volunteer faculty member who freely gives of their time, skill and experience to teach medical students. More…
SIM-NE Visits Health Center
By: Boone CountyBoone County Health Center (BCHC) providers and nurses worked with the University of Nebraska Medical Center Simulation in Motion Nebraska program (SIM-NE) on March 21st to run emergency medical training at the hospital. “I was amazed at the exceptional amount of teamwork the Health Center staff demonstrated,” said SIM-NE Trainer More…
Hospital Awarded High Ranking
By: Boone CountyMedicare.gov has rated Boone County Health Center (BCHC) a Top Hospital in Nebraska with a 4-Star Rating. “These star ratings help patients compare hospitals, so they can receive the best care,” said BCHC President and CEO Tanya Sharp. “I am proud we can offer patients such high-ranking healthcare close to More…
Nurse and Doctors Going to Zambia
By: Boone CountyBoone County Health Center (BCHC) Surgery Nurse Heather Noble; Ear, Nose and Throat (ENT) Dr. Novotny; and Ophthalmologist Dr Diedrichsen will be going to Zambia, Africa to offer healthcare. “I’ve always liked taking care of people. Since I first became a registered nurse, I’ve thought about going on a medical More…
Clinic Construction Check-Up
By: Boone CountyConstruction on the Newman Grove Medical Clinic continues to go as planned. “The clinic is coming together nicely,” said Boone County Health Center President and CEO Tanya Sharp. “At our last visit, the workers were making quick work of the drywall. Clinic staff enjoyed a sneak peek at the progress More…
CEO Has Voice on National Board
By: Boone CountyBoone County Health Center (BCHC) President and CEO Tanya Sharp has been named to the National Rural Health Association (NRHA) Board. “I’m honored to be elected by my peers for this important role. As a member of the NRHA Board, I’ll be a voice not only for Boone County Health More…
The Truth About Heart Disease
By: Boone CountyDo you know the leading cause of death for adults in the U.S.? It’s not car crashes, serial killers, or even cancer. It’s heart disease. Heart disease occurs when there is a buildup of fat in the arteries. This causes the arteries to become thick and stiffen, slowing or even More…
New Oncologist at Boone County Health Center
By: Boone CountyWe are pleased to announce Medical Oncologist Dr. Joni A. Tilford will join our Specialty Clinic beginning March 7, 2018. Dr. Tilford practices at Southeast Nebraska Cancer Center in Lincoln and has family ties to the Albion area. “We are excited to add Dr. Tilford to our Oncology Specialty Clinic. More…
A Simple Touch, So Many Benefits
By: Boone CountyThere are no words to describe how special it is the first time you meet your newborn baby. It’s in these moments that the bond with your baby begins. “What mothers and babies need most after birth is each other,” said OB Director Maria Kinney, who came to Boone County More…
UPDATE: Clinic Schedule Changes
By: Boone CountyTomorrow, January 23rd, our Albion, Elgin and Spalding Clinics will be open with phones turned on at 8am. Please call prior to arriving for your appointment. Fullerton & Newman Grove Clinics will be closed. Our Emergency Room (ER) will remain open for critical emergencies. Thank you and stay safe.