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Ascension Via Christi in Manhattan

Delivering personalized care to the Flint Hills and northeast Kansas regions.

Ascension Via Christi Hospital in Manhattan Hospital in Manhattan, Kansas delivers specialty care and 24/7 emergency care. We provide advanced surgical care for serious and life-threatening injuries and illnesses. Our care teams listen to understand your health needs and deliver care that's right for you. Ascension Via Christi Hospital in Manhattan is a destination for specialty care — including h

eart, cancer, stroke care, orthopedics and women’s health. Our OBGYNs and maternity care teams deliver a personalized birthing experience and advanced neonatal care for sick babies. We offer a wide range of minimally invasive procedures using robotic-assisted technology, imaging and lab tests, a dedicated inpatient rehabilitation center, all on one campus.

08/06/2025

Wamego mom Shelby Holz says her first birth experience was everything she needed, thanks to the compassionate care team at Ascension Via Christi's Birth and Women’s Center in Manhattan. 👶💗

From managing high-risk pregnancy complications to supporting her through a long labor, Shelby says her care team made all the difference:
💉 Fast pain management
🩺 Nurses who educated, supported, and empowered
👶 A safe and joyful delivery of baby Scottie
🍼 Breastfeeding guidance and postpartum support

📍 If you’re expecting, or planning to be, Shelby’s advice is simple: “Talk to the nurses. Take the tour. These women are angels.”

✨She added: “They deserve recognition for their care and compassion. They will be the reason I will come back to Via Christi Hospital in Manhattan if we decide to have another baby. I hope every single one of them is still there when that day comes!”

08/05/2025

🍎 This past weekend, our teams joined in and supported Everybody Counts - Manhattan, a grassroots community initiative to help people get connected to vital social services and health resources.

🏥 Representing Via Christi was Bob Copple, hospital president; Kevin Oehme, director of Pharmacy; Chris Spooner, director of Foundation for the Manhattan Community Health Foundation and Wamego Hospital Foundation; and Leslie Metivier, Volunteer and Guest Services coordinator.

💜 Thank you to all who participated, organized and volunteered to make this event impactful for our community for another year!

07/31/2025

☀️ Summer fun in the sun can have effects that are not fun at all, including heat cramps, heat exhaustion, and heatstroke. 🥵

😓 How do you know which is which, and what should you do?

💪 Heat cramps are muscle spasms. Take a break and drink water and get electrolytes
🥵 Heat exhaustion happens when your body overheats and can look like heavy sweating, fever and cold, clammy skin. Get in the shade, get water and apply cold items to the back of your neck.
😵‍💫 Heatstroke is when your body is seriously overheating. You'll sweat less, your skin will flush and feel hot. You'll also have headache, vomiting and convulsions. Get to an ER immediately!

🏥 Don't forget: Our ER is here 24/7, and K+Stat Urgent Care is here for non-emergency needs. Stay safe and cool!

07/25/2025

☀️ Exploring the Konza, hitting the lake, or just enjoying summer in the Little Apple? If the unexpected happens, Via Christi Hospital in Manhattan is here for you 24/7.

Our skilled emergency care teams are always ready to care for you and your loved ones with close-to-home care, right here in our community.

📍 Located in the heart of Manhattan.
🚨 Emergency care when you need it most.
💙 Skilled, life-saving care from dedicated caregivers.

07/21/2025

🥵 It's a Kansas heat wave! It’s important to know the signs of heat exhaustion. Don't wait until it's an emergency to get help if you or someone else is experiencing confusion, nausea, cramps, clammy skin, excessive sweating, slow heart beat and dizziness.

🧊 Hydrate. Rest. Cool down.

Don't wait to get help if you need it. Always remember, our ER is here for you!

07/17/2025

💉 Are you using a GLP-1 medication? Via Christi Weight Management can help you navigate your weight-loss journey!

💪 Did you know? When taking these kinds of weight-loss medications, you can also lose muscle mass. This is important to keep your mass up, since it is hard to get back once lost.

📋 Via Christi's Weight Management team, led by Monica Fisher, PA-C, can help provide education if you've recently started or have been taking these medications. Additionally, the team will help you keep track of your fat and muscle composition.

❗ "Losing too much muscle mass on these medications can also affect your metabolism, physical function and overall health. Especially if you're an older adult," said Monica Fisher, with more than five years of Weight Management care. "We help you structure meal and fitness plans, and track your numbers to ensure you're reaching your goals while also keeping your long-term health in check."

🤝 You don't have to journey alone.
📞 Call (785) 565-2960 and get the support you deserve.

07/16/2025

☀️ Summer’s meant for fun, not injuries.

Yard work and gardening, workouts and hikes, pool and water activities, and chasing kids on the playground are summer activities that could lead to a big accident or injury! If something happens, remember that we’re here for you, close to home, with care for all your needs.

🤕 K+Stat Urgent Care: Open 8 a.m. - 7 p.m. weekdays, and 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. on weekends
🚑 Via Christi Hospital in Manhattan Emergency Department: Open 24/7

07/09/2025

💡 Regain Strength and Independence with Close-to-Home Care! 💡

Meet Seth Oliphant, MD, a board-certified Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Physician with subspecialty certification in Sports Medicine at Ascension Via Christi Hospital in Manhattan, KS.

✨ Why Choose Dr. Oliphant?
Dr. Oliphant collaborates with your care team to create personalized treatment plans focused on restoring mobility and reducing pain. He also offers:
-Interventional pain management, such as ultrasound- and fluoroscopy-guided injections.
-Restoring function through musculoskeletal and sports medicine care.

🧠 Why Inpatient Rehab Matters:
Patients benefit from intensive therapy and expert oversight to regain independence and improve their quality of life for activities of daily living or recovering from surgeries, strokes or major injuries.

📞 Call 785-323-6621 to schedule a consultation or to learn more.
📍 Located at Ascension Via Christi Hospital, Manhattan, KS, 1823 College Ave.

Let’s work together to help you reclaim strength and independence! 💪

07/08/2025

🎓 13 Via Christi Manhattan associates awarded scholarships for healthcare education and training

💚 Last month, 13 Via Christi Hospital in Manhattan associates were awarded the Mary Lindquist Auxiliary Scholarship to pursue further healthcare training and education. 🎊 The Manhattan Community Health Foundation established this scholarship in 2008, in honor of Mary Lindquist. Up to $1,000 is offered per calendar year for full- and part-time associates who want to seek further training and education. This scholarship not only helps our associates expand their knowledge, but it also supports the local workforce by furthering the skills of healthcare workers.

"The Mary Lindquist Auxiliary Scholarship is a cornerstone of our commitment at Ascension Via Christi Hospital Manhattan. By investing in their ongoing education and training, we're not only enhancing their skills and professionalism but also ensuring our community continues to receive the highest quality of care," said Board Chair Andy Ellis.

The scholarships were granted to these associates:
🟣 Jennifer Colvin, RN, Surgical Services
🟪 Alicia Randall, RN, Post-Acute Care Unit
🟣 Amie Mulberry, RN Educator, Birth and Women’s Center
🟪 Natalie Cook, Ultrasound Technologist, Radiology/Ultrasound
🟣 Kaylee Charbonneau, Forensic Nurse Coordinator, Forensic Nursing Department
🟪 Carly Beurskens, Registered Clinical Dietitian, Nutrition
🟣 Erica Stefan, RN, Peri-operative Services, PeriAnesthesia Care Unit
🟪 Jol Klein, Associate Chaplain, Pastoral Care
🟣 Katherine Scott, Registered Nurse, Cardiac Rehab
🟪 Kendra Dietz, RN, Emergency Room Supervisor
🟣 Lana Platt, OB Surgical Tech, Birth & Women’s Center
🟪 Sarah Do, Pharmacy Technician Advanced, Pharmacy
🟣 Tara Lierz, RN, Birth and Women’s Center

The Mary Lindquist Auxiliary Scholarship stands as a direct message of support from the MCHF to our dedicated caregivers and the patients they serve. It is a testament to Mary Lindquist’s enduring legacy of caring for both employees and patients in our community.

💜 Thank you to the Manhattan Community Health Foundation for the continued support of Via Christi Hospital in Manhattan's growth and its commitment to empowering our teams.

07/04/2025

In gratitude for the gift of freedom and all who serve to protect it, we also give thanks for our associates, physicians and the patients and families we're so blessed to serve. May God continue to bless us all.

06/29/2025

🧨 Firecrackers, barbecue and fun…but also unexpected injuries? Know exactly when to head to the ER vs. urgent care this Fourth of July. 🎆

❗ Urgent Care: Minor illnesses, infections or injuries
📍 K+Stat - 930 Hayes Dr, Suite B, Manhattan, KS 66502

🚑 ER: Major burns, cuts, injuries; Signs of heart attack or stroke; Drowning; Allergic reactions; Heat-related illnesses
📍 Via Christi Hospital in Manhattan - 1823 College Ave, Manhattan, KS 66502

06/28/2025

🥵 With rising temperatures, it’s important to know the signs of heat exhaustion. Take action early to stay safe.

🧊 Hydrate. Rest. Cool down.

Share this post to help others stay aware this summer! Always remember, our ER is here for you!

Address

1823 College Avenue
Manhattan, KS
66502

Telephone

+17857763322

Website

https://healthcare.ascension.org/Locations/Kansas/KSWIC/Manhattan-Ascension-Via-Christi-Hospital-in-Manhattan

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