Melham Medical Center

08/04/2025

🔒 What Is HIPAA and Why Does It Matter? 🔒
HIPAA stands for the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act — a law that helps protect your personal health information (PHI).

08/01/2025

🫁 World Lung Cancer Day 🫁

Today, we stand together to raise awareness about lung cancer — a disease that affects millions around the globe. Early detection, education, and research can save lives.

Let’s spread awareness, fight stigma, and push for better treatments and early screenings. Every breath matters.

08/01/2025

🏥 We're proud to have Dr. Sextro, our experienced orthopedic specialist from Central Nebraska Orthopedics in Grand Island, seeing patients in our clinic every other Thursday.

📅 Need an appointment? Call us today at 308-872-4157 to schedule your visit!

07/30/2025

We’re proud to announce the addition of the GlideScope® Core™ 15 to our medical technology lineup — a state-of-the-art airway visualization system designed to enhance patient safety and improve outcomes.

🔬 The GlideScope Core 15 is the most advanced airway management platform available, offering:
✅ High-definition imaging
✅ Real-time video laryngoscopy and bronchoscopy capabilities
✅ A large 15” touchscreen for enhanced visualization and teaching.This cutting-edge equipment represents a major investment in the quality of care we provide. To ensure seamless integration, our medical and respiratory teams are undergoing specialized training to use this technology effectively and confidently.

👏 We’re committed to equipping our team with the best tools to deliver the highest standard of care to our community — and this is another big step forward.

07/30/2025

07/30/2025

🏌️‍♂️ Join Us for a Day on the Green!
Melham Medical Center is thrilled to announce its first annual Foundation Golf Tournament, taking place at the beautiful Broken Bow Golf Club on August 23rd!
Gather your team for an action-packed 18-hole, 4-person scramble, and enjoy a day of friendly competition, community spirit, and fun — all while supporting a vital cause.
All proceeds benefit the Melham Foundation, dedicated to advancing access to quality healthcare in our region.
Whether you're a seasoned golfer or just in it for the camaraderie, this is your chance to make a meaningful impact.
Tee off with purpose. Play for health.

07/24/2025

☀️ Summer’s Here – Let’s Keep It Safe & Fun! 🌴💦

Warm weather, long days, and outdoor adventures are what summer’s all about — but safety should always come first. Here are some quick tips to keep your summer safe and enjoyable:

🔥 Heat Safety – Stay cool, take breaks in the shade, and drink LOTS of water.
😎 Sun Protection – Wear sunscreen (SPF 30+), sunglasses, and hats.
🏊‍♂️ Water Safety – Always supervise kids and never swim alone.
🚲 Play Smart – Wear helmets for bikes and scooters.
🚗 Car Safety – Never leave kids or pets in a parked car — not even for a minute!
🐾 Pet Care – Walk pets early or late, and keep paws off hot pavement.
🍔 Food Safety – Keep perishables chilled and cook meats thoroughly at BBQs.

Summer memories are better when they’re safe. 💛

07/22/2025

💖 Your Health, Your Journey – We're with You Every Step of the Way! 💖
Your well-being is our priority. Whether you're expecting, planning, or just need a check-up, our team is here to support you with the highest quality care in a comfortable, welcoming environment.
📞 Call us today at 308-872-4157

07/21/2025

🩸 Give the Gift of Life – Donate Blood! 🩸

Join us for a community Blood Drive and help save lives! Every donation can make a life-changing difference for someone in need.

📍 Location: Melham Medical Center
📅 Date: July 28th
⏰ Time: 8:30 am-2:00 pm

❤️ Why donate?

Every 2 seconds, someone in the U.S. needs blood
A single donation can save up to 3 lives
It’s quick, safe, and deeply appreciated!
🔗 Visit RedCrossBlood.org to schedule an appointment.

07/18/2025

🏖️ Beach Day? Don’t Forget These Safety Essentials! ☀️🌊

Before you hit the sand, make sure you're prepared to stay safe and have fun:

🧴 Sunscreen – Reapply every 2 hours (or after swimming).
💧 Water – Stay hydrated, especially under the hot sun.
🕶️ Sunglasses & Hats – Protect your eyes and face.
🚩 Know the Flag System – Red = danger, yellow = caution, green = good to go!
🏄‍♀️ Swim Near Lifeguards – They’re trained to keep you safe.
🌊 Watch for Rip Currents – If caught, swim parallel to the shore.
👣 Footwear – Hot sand and sharp objects can hurt bare feet.
📱 Emergency Numbers – Know who to call and where to get help.

The beach is better when everyone stays safe. Share these tips with your crew! 🌞

07/18/2025

🩺💬 Your Voice Matters — Join Our Patient Family Advisory Council! 💬🩺

💥We will have an informational meeting on July 22nd from 5:15 pm-5:45 pm at the Broken Bow Public Library! 💥

We believe that the best care starts with listening. That’s why we’re inviting patients and family members like YOU to become part of our Patient Family Advisory Council (PFAC).
PFAC members work alongside our care teams to share feedback, offer insight from personal experiences, and help shape the future of patient care at Melham Medical Center.
👥 What PFAC members do:
✅ Share honest feedback from a patient/family perspective
✅ Collaborate on quality improvement projects
✅ Help create a more compassionate and responsive healthcare experience
👉 Interested in joining or learning more? Scan the QR code below!
Together, we’re making healthcare better — one voice at a time. 💙

07/17/2025

🏅 We’re proud to share some exciting news! 🏅
Melham Medical Center has been recognized with the American Heart Association Get With The Guidelines® – Silver Achievement Award!

This honor reflects our commitment to providing high-quality care to our patients, especially in the areas of heart failure. Get With The Guidelines Heart Failure Program is an inpatient quality program to improve outcomes for patients with heart failure as well as increased healthy days at home.

👏 Thank you to our dedicated team of healthcare professionals whose hard work and compassion made this possible.

❤️ We're not stopping here – we’re continuing to improve every day to deliver the best care possible to our community.