Join Us for an Important Conversation: Medicare Choices Explained

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Join Us for an Important Conversation: Original Medicare vs. Medicare Advantage

Wednesday, October 22, 2025  |  Two session options: 2:00 p.m. and 5:30 p.m.,
Bob & Pat Schmidt Community Center
2510 Canterbury Dr, Hays, KS 67601

Navigating Medicare options can be confusing, but you don’t have to do it alone!

Join us as Medicare experts from Sunflower Insurance Solutions explain the differences between Original Medicare and Medicare Advantage, including what each plan covers and how to choose the option that’s right for you or your loved ones. Both sessions will cover the same content, so feel free to attend the time that works best for you.

  • Bring your questions
  • Get reliable information
  • Ask questions directly to a Medicare expert
  • Walk away with clarity about your Medicare options

Bring a friend or family member and join us for this valuable session. We look forward to seeing you there!

Relevant articles:
Choosing the Right Medicare Coverage: Comparing Plans for Open Enrollment
Navigating Medicare Options for Kansas Seniors and Caregivers

 

Celebrating Physical Therapy Month at HaysMed

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October is Physical Therapy Month, and we’re proud to shine a spotlight on the incredible team of Physical Therapists (PTs) and Physical Therapy Assistants (PTAs) who help keep our community moving- literally!

At HaysMed, our Rehabilitation Services team is made up of movement experts, pain relievers, and recovery champions. Whether it’s helping a patient walk again after surgery, regain strength after an injury, or meet long-term mobility goals, our PTs and PTAs are there every step of the way with compassion, expertise, and encouragement.

Specialized Physical Therapy Services

Our team provides expert care for a wide range of conditions, including:

  • Sports and recreational injuries
  • Post-surgical rehabilitation
  • Arthritis and joint replacements
  • Stroke and neurological conditions
  • Balance and vestibular disorders, including vertigo

Each treatment plan is personalized to meet the unique needs of our patients, with a focus on restoring function, reducing pain, and promoting long-term wellness. Our team works closely with patients and their providers to create personalized treatment plans that support healing, improve function, and enhance quality of life.

Learn more about our services and our team at HaysMed Rehabilitation Services.

More Than Awareness: Expert Breast Care at HaysMed

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At HaysMed, we offer specialized, personalized care for every stage of women’s health, including breast care.

From advanced imaging techniques for detection and screenings to genetic counseling, high-risk evaluations and minimally invasive biopsies, the Breast Care Center at HaysMed is here for you every step of the way. This dedicated support, along with survivorship programs and navigation, helps guide you through your journey with care and understanding.

Breast cancer awareness isn’t just about checking a box. It’s about having the expert team, tools, and trust around you when it matters most. Because at HaysMed, we’ve always specialized in you.

For more information please visit the HaysMed Breast Care Center.

Click the image below to watch a brief video featuring Denise DeBoer, APRN, a specialist at the HaysMed Breast Care Center. In this video, Denise shares insights into the compassionate care women receive at HaysMed and highlights the center’s comprehensive breast health services.

Cold & Flu Season Is Coming Let’s Get Ahead of It!

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At the HaysMed Center for Women’s Health, we’re here to help you protect yourself and your baby this season. The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommend that pregnant patients receive:

✅ RSV Vaccine between 32–36 weeks gestation
✅ Flu Vaccine during any trimester as soon as it’s available

These vaccines help prevent serious illness and offer early protection for your newborn during their most vulnerable months. Schedule a visit with your provider today to talk about your vaccine options and get ahead of RSV and flu season.

Let’s keep you and your little one safe and healthy this fall!

To schedule an appointment or learn  more, please visit the HaysMed Center for Women’s Health today.

Fitness Trail Closure Notice – Starting Monday, October 6

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The HaysMed section of the fitness trail will be temporarily closed for widening and repouring work. This closure includes the trail access from 22nd Street (between HaysMed and Fort Hays Tech North Central) extending north to HaysMed Bright Minds.

Please do not use the fitness trail or enter the construction area. Fresh concrete will be poured, and the site will be hazardous throughout the demolition and repouring process.

Still Open & Accessible:

  • Orange Playground
  • Outdoor Gazebo
  • Pickleball Court

These areas remain open to Associates and the public and can be accessed from parking lot I, east of Bickle Pavillion (entrance A).

Parking Lot Impact:
Sections of the parking lot I will be closed intermittently to accommodate cement trucks and construction equipment.

Timeline:
Work begins Monday, October 6 with demolition starting that day.
We anticipate the trail will be closed for 2–3 weeks, depending on weather conditions.

Thank you for your patience and cooperation as we improve our community spaces!

Celebrating Milestones: 162 Associates Recognized for Years of Service

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On Wednesday, October 1, 2025, HaysMed proudly celebrated the remarkable commitment of its 2025 Service Award recipients. This year, 162 Associates were recognized for reaching significant career milestones, honored every five years of service.

These individuals represent the heart of HaysMed’s mission. Their dedication not only strengthens our organization but also deeply impacts the communities we serve across Hays and western Kansas where  our Associates live and raise their families. Their sustained contributions have helped elevate the quality of care we provide and reinforce our commitment to compassionate, community-centered healthcare.

HaysMed is grateful for their service and proud to celebrate their achievements.

Those recognized were:

40 Years:
Susan Amrein

35 Years:
Lisa Dinkel
Michelle Jensen
Martha Lambert
Melissa Portenier
Kathy Sulzman

30 Years:
Myron Applequist
Amy Braun
Marjorie Dreiling
Sara Dunn
Teresa Heimann
Zita Klaus
Chris Markus
Bob McAnany
James Mulkey
Bryan Noone
Marilyn Pfannenstiel
Bob Schumacher
Angel Smith
Jane Soukup
Linda Stefan
Janice Tholen
Kristi Williams

25 Years:
Jennifer Bethel
Amy Burr
Lindsey Dreiling
Laura Ellison
Jane Geist
Chrissy Haynes
Shawn Landers
Theresa Roe
Heidi Schlautman
Jessica Seib
Carol Young

20 Years:
Sharon Bittel
Dr. Shanon Custer
Denise DeBoer
Delli Delimont
Heidi Gohl
Dr. Michelle Pope
Terri Rohr
Annette Herman
Kinsey Post
Chanc Salmans
Susie Kohlrus
Dr. Kurt Rider
Kim Taylor
Rich Peckham
Cheryl Robben
Karen Wagner
Alan Wamser

15 Years:
Jessica Albers
Riana Bates
Dr. Brandon Cunningham
Carol Geist
Fernando Guzman-Soto
Chrissy Hoff
Trese Holle
Jayne Inlow
Amber Irwin
Allison Jones
Carly Leiker
Christy Lemuz
Lori Post
Megan Richard
Autumn Robbins
Shana Rome
Dr. Andrea Sandoval
Anissa Sonntag
Shae Veach

10 Years:
Cassandra Armbruster
Laci Callis
Mayra Cano
Rick Colmenero
Gina Garnall
Krista Dechant
Bailey Dinkel
Amber Gabel
Melisa Garrison
Andrea Hoffman
Dr. Tim Hoskins
Tina Jecha
Heather Karlin
Omelia Klein
Reaghan Krone
Kim Leiker
Arika Livesay
Dr. Ernesto Lopez-Corona
Shelby Lynch
Dr. Patrick Marecic
Amanda McCall
Taylor Pfannenstiel
Jenna Scherrer
Christina Schmidt
Dr. Nathan Smith
Brenda Soto Cabral
Margie Straub
Kelsey Stum
Camille Suchy
Amber Thompson
Hali Trabert
Cory Weber
Kaysha Weigel
Dr. Derek Yarmer
Melanie Zeller

5 Years:
Katie Adams
Macee Altman
Jana Bieberle
Kelli Blanchett
Kathie Brooks
Meghan Brown
Dr. Isaac Chambers
Mackenzie Crawford
Sandra Dale
Mikayla Dietz
Sabrina Dietz
Emily Dubber
Kelly Dysinger
Laurel Ellis
Brooke Fabrizius
Kelly Ford
Monica Gabel
Brandon Gottschalk
Maci Gottschalk
Travena Haselhorst
Dr. Jeffery Henry
Ruth Hoffman
Ashley Jacobs
Rachel Johnson
Karen Kisner
Amy Knipp
Samantha Laneve
Emily Lang
Audra Leiker
Jeanie Meis
Dylan Moore
Cassidy Pywell
Crystal Quint
Edali Ratzlaff
Amanda Ray
Kylee Sander
Geralyn Schippers
Chris Schumacher
Sharon Schumacher
Olivia Scott
Ethan Stanton
Garrett Stoecklein
Joshua Strine
Dr. Douglas Tangel
Morgan Tebo
Melanie Tilton
Erica Towne
Joyce Ventura
Dr. Kalyan Wagle
Rystal Waldman
Joshua Walker
Maddie Weber
Tina Wellbrock
Haley Wilson
Laura Witt
Lauren Wright
Alyvia Zeigler

 

Schedule Change: Sports Injury Walk-In Clinic – Monday, September 29

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Attention student-athletes: On Monday, September 29, the Sports Injury Walk-In Clinic will be held from 2:00–3:00 p.m. instead of its regular morning time.

During the school year, this clinic is available every Monday from 8:00–9:00 a.m. to evaluate acute/new injuries- no appointment needed. Dr. Wally Walstrom and the HaysMed Sports Medicine and Orthopedic team are here to help you get back in the game.

Just walk in to the HaysMed Orthopedic Institute at the Bickle/Eagle Health Complex, located at 2500 Canterbury Drive, Suite 112 in Hays.

 

 

2025 HaysMed Cardiovascular Symposium a Success

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The 2025 HaysMed Cardiovascular Symposium brought together healthcare professionals from across western Kansas and the region for a day of learning, collaboration, and innovation in cardiovascular care. Co-hosted by the HaysMed Education Department and KU Area Health Education Center (AHEC), the event highlighted HaysMed’s ongoing commitment to providing high-quality education and resources to our medical community.

Presentations included:
Addressing Congestive Heart Failure and Lowering Readmission Rates
Featuring Kaitlyn Granstaff, MD, Saint Luke’s Hospital

Updates in Peripheral Vascular Disease
Featuring Dr. Niranjan Seshadri, HaysMed Cardiologist

Indications for PFO Closures
Featuring Dr. Travis Haneke, HaysMed Cardiologist, including a special guest appearance by a patient who underwent a successful PFO Closure

Lead Extraction from Beginning to End
Featuring Dr. Jacob Morgan, HaysMed Electrophysiologist

Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm
Featuring Dr. Raja Gopaldas, HaysMed Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgeon

The symposium was a powerful reminder of the exceptional talent and dedication found right here in our region. Hays and the surrounding communities are truly fortunate to have access to such passionate and skilled providers.

Thank you to all who attended and contributed to the success of this event. We look forward to continuing our mission of advancing healthcare through education and collaboration.

The Nightingale Experience: Inspiring Future Nurses Across Western Kansas

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On September 4, 2025, HaysMed and Fort Hays State University (FHSU) welcomed high school students from area high schools including Russell, Colby, and Scott City to campus for this year’s Nightingale Experience, a hands-on event designed to spark interest in nursing careers and provide a behind-the-scenes look at healthcare in action.

Named after Florence Nightingale, the founder of modern nursing, the experience offers students a unique opportunity to explore both the academic and clinical sides of the profession. The day began at HaysMed, where students participated in immersive rotations through key departments including Labor & Delivery, the Cath Lab, Critical Care Progressive Unit (CPCU), Intensive Care Unit (ICU), Operating Room (OR), Special Nurse Services, Emergency Room (ER), Medical Oncology, and Acute Care.

Throughout the day, students shadow nurses, providers, and physicians to ask questions, and gain real-world insight into the diverse roles nurses play in patient care. From high-tech procedures to compassionate bedside care, the experience showcases the depth and impact of the nursing profession. The day ended at FHSU, where students tour classrooms and simulation labs, meet nursing faculty, and learn about the educational path to becoming a nurse.

Special thanks to the FHSU nursing faculty, the HaysMed education team, and all the clinical units who generously shared their time and expertise. Their dedication helps inspire the next generation of healthcare professionals.

The Nightingale Experience continues to be a powerful way to connect students with the heart of healthcare, and to show them that a career in nursing is not only possible, but deeply rewarding.

The Road Home Starts Here: Inpatient Rehabilitation at HaysMed

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At HaysMed, recovery is more than a process, it’s a journey back to independence, strength, and the life you love. Our Inpatient Rehabilitation Unit is designed to support that journey with expert care, advanced technology, and a compassionate team dedicated to helping patients reach their full potential.

Located within our state-of-the-art facility, HaysMed’s 11-bed Inpatient Rehabilitation Unit offers personalized treatment plans for individuals recovering from strokes, surgeries, chronic illnesses, and other complex medical conditions. Our goal is to help patients regain function, rebuild confidence, and return home safely. We care for a wide range of conditions, including stroke recovery, orthopedic surgeries, cardiac events, neurological disorders, spinal cord injuries, amputations, pulmonary conditions, and cancer-related impairments. No matter the diagnosis, our expert team is committed to delivering compassionate, evidence-based care that supports each patient’s journey toward independence.

Proven Benefits of Acute Inpatient Rehabilitation (AIR) 
Research shows that AIR delivers measurable improvements in recovery outcomes:

Why Choose HaysMed?
Patients in our Inpatient Rehabilitation Unit benefit from:

  • Comprehensive care delivered by a multidisciplinary team
  • Advanced technologies that support faster recovery
  • Personalized treatment plans tailored to individual goals
  • Consistently high patient satisfaction ratings
  • Convenient access to care close to home in western Kansas

At HaysMed, we understand that every recovery journey is unique. That’s why we focus on empowering patients physically, emotionally, and socially- to reclaim their independence and quality of life.

To learn more, visit the HaysMed Inpatient Rehabilitation website or call 785-623-6569.

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Hays, KS 67601

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