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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.
Schedule Changes Due to Weather
By: Boone CountyDue to the impending snow storm, our Elgin, Fullerton, Newman Grove & Spalding clinics will be closed tomorrow (Monday). The Albion Clinic will remain open with phones being turned on at 8 a.m. Please call prior to arriving for your appointment 402-395-5013. Thank you & stay safe!
January Clinic Construction Check-Up
By: Boone CountyConstruction on our new Newman Grove Medical Clinic continues! “We are still making great progress,” said CEO Tanya Sharp. “We’re confident we will continue to maintain our construction schedule.” The building is now fully enclosed and insulation is complete. The temporary lighting and heating systems are in place to More…
New Sleep Study Accreditation
By: Boone CountyOur Sleep Lab has achieved a Certificate of Accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Health Care (ACHC). “With this accreditation we can continue to provide testing for sleep apnea and other sleep issues right here in Albion,” said Respiratory Therapist Jeff Hopkins, “This will save patients time and travel costs.” More…