Coffey Health System

It’s time to step outside and regain your health! Coffey Health System invites area residents to take a step toward better health with “Walk with a Doc,” a six-week program that brings providers and patients together for a bi-weekly walk. Each walk begins with a brief, three- to five-minute talk by a CHS provider.

Carrie Hegg, life enrichment coordinator at The Meadows, is the recipient of Coffey Health System’s inaugural Being Exceptional Everyday (BEE) Award. She was recognized at a reception at Coffey County Hospital on May 9, 2023.

Michele Johnston, R.N., was honored with Coffey Health System’s inaugural DAISY Award® For Extraordinary Nurses. The award is part of the DAISY Foundation’s programs to recognize the super-human efforts nurses perform every day.

In the past 12 years, Friends of Coffey Health System has collected care package items for American soldiers and canine units overseas. While the COVID pandemic has forced changes in the program—the CHS volunteers have found a way to keep it going. “Again this year, we will focus on our support for the US War Dogs in New Jersey,” said coordinator Linda Booth. “This is an organization we have partnered with for several years to send care packages to overseas dog teams..."

Coffey County Hospital in Burlington was recently named one of the nation's top 20 critical access hospitals (CAHs) for best quality practices.

Coffey County Hospital in Burlington earned national recognition as one of the Top 100 Critical Access Hospitals in the nation.

The Coffey Health System Board of Trustees appointed Joben Rieth as chief executive officer during the January 24 monthly meeting.
Since August, Rieth has served as the interim chief nursing officer at Coffey County Hospital in Burlington. In November, he was named interim CEO and has since held both positions.

The loss of a loved one is always devastating. A new grief support group at Coffey Health System offers help for anyone who has lost family or friends. CHS Social Worker Amy Osner will lead the group. She welcomes anyone needing help in their grieving process and encourages connection with individuals who have shared feelings and experiences.

Kansas healthcare providers are identifying a side effect of the pandemic that has nothing to do with COVID-19: a noticeable drop in preventative care visits to healthcare providers. This includes nearly 25,000 delayed cancer screenings.

Coffey Health System patients now have the benefits of a new CT scanner at Coffey County Hospital. Not only does the new unit produce higher quality images with a much lower dose of radiation, it is also faster and more comfortable for all patients.