CHI Health Raises Sepsis Awareness With T.I.M.E. Warning Signs
Each year in the United States, at least 1.7 million adults develop sepsis, resulting in at least 350,000 deaths. To protect lives, CHI Health Good Samaritan and CHI Health St. Francis are raising awareness on how to identify and respond to this critical medical emergency.
Kearney Tackles Cancer Kicks Off 18th Annual Shirt Sales
Kearney Public Schools, Kearney Catholic School and CHI Health Good Samaritan Cancer Center are gearing up for the 18th annual Kearney Tackles Cancer (KTC). The student-led cancer awareness campaign has raised more than $750,000 for local cancer patients since 2009.
CHI Health Good Samaritan Foundation Adds Three Board Members
CHI Health Good Samaritan Foundation welcomes Eric Hellriegel, Carol Lindstrom and Tiffany Shuda to its Board of Directors. The new members began serving a three-year term on July 1.
CHI Health Provides FREE Future Planning During National 'Make a Will' Month
In observance of national "Make a Will" month, CHI Health Good Samaritan and CHI Health St. Francis are encouraging the community to create estate plans, ensuring their personal and healthcare wishes are clearly documented. To simplify the process, both hospital foundations provide FREE and secure access to an online platform that walks users through preparing vital legal paperwork — such as advance directives and wills — at no cost.
Steve Schieber Named President of CHI Health Good Samaritan
Steve Schieber, MBA, FACMPE, FACHE, has been appointed as the new president of CHI Health Good Samaritan, having served in an interim capacity since January. In this new dual leadership role, he will also continue to serve as president of CHI Health St. Francis in Grand Island.
Light Up the Night 5K for Mental Health Set for Sept. 12 in Kearney
Registration is now open for Light Up the Night 5K Walk/Run on Saturday, Sept. 12 at Yanney Park in Kearney. Coordinated by CHI Health Richard Young Behavioral Health, the 13th annual Glow Race and Family Fun Night for Mental Health event raises community awareness, encourages resiliency and supports advocacy for emotional, psychological and social well-being.
CHI Health Good Samaritan Gallery Features Painter Lon Krugman
The Walkway Gallery at CHI Health Good Samaritan is hosting a new exhibit by self-taught Nebraska painter Lon Krugman. Running through November, the display showcases oil paintings of diverse scenes. Some works are inspired by real photographs, while others are purely imaginary, with most including a bird or animal.
Avery Dakan Named Good Samaritan 2026 Caring Kind Award Recipient
CHI Health Good Samaritan recently honored Avery Dakan, MSW, as its 2026 Caring Kind Award honoree. Recipients of this prestigious award go above and beyond the call of duty displaying outstanding compassion, collaborative teamwork and an unwavering commitment to professional excellence. Dakan, a care coordination social worker, has dedicated her service to Good Samaritan and the region for more than three years.
Dr. Karl Francis Joins CHI Health General Surgery in Kearney
CHI Health Clinic General Surgery (Good Samaritan) welcomes Karl M. Francis, Jr., MD, FACS, board-certified general surgeon, to its staff.
CHI Health Clinic Kearney Welcomes Dr. Abby Richardson
CHI Health Clinic Family Medicine (Kearney) welcomes board certified family medicine physician Abby Richardson, MD back to its staff.
CHI Health Good Samaritan ER Earns Global ENA Lantern Award
CHI Health Good Samaritan is proud to announce its Dr. Kenton L. Shaffer Emergency Care Center has been awarded the Emergency Nurses Association (ENA) Lantern Award. The distinguished honor recognizes emergency departments for exceptional quality, safety, work environment and innovations in both nursing practice and emergency care.
Twelve Graduate From Mary Lanning Radiologic Technology School
Twelve students graduated from the Mary Lanning Healthcare School of Radiologic Technology on July 11.
Dr. Justis Stolz Joins CHI Health Orthopedics in Kearney
CHI Health Orthopedics (Good Samaritan) welcomes Justis Stolz, MD board-certified sports medicine physician, to its staff.
Dr. Stacey McClure Joins CHI Health Orthopedics in Kearney
CHI Health Orthopedics (Good Samaritan) welcomes Dr. Stacey McClure, MD, board-certified orthopedic surgeon and sports medicine physician, to its staff.
CHI Health Heart Institute in Kearney Welcomes Brooke Huxoll, PA-C
CHI Health Clinic Heart Institute (Kearney) welcomes back Brooke Huxoll, PA-C to its medical staff. She brings more than 17 years of experience as a Physician Assistant specializing in cardiology and helping patients manage their heart health.
CHI Health Good Samaritan, St. Francis Earn Top AHA Stroke Awards
CHI Health Good Samaritan and CHI Health St. Francis have been awarded the highest accolade recognized for stroke care by the American Heart Association (AHA) and American Stroke Association. The region’s designated Primary Stroke Centers both received the prestigious Get With The Guidelines® Stroke Gold Plus award, along with the Target: Stroke Honor Roll Elite Plus and the Target: Type 2 Diabetes Honor Roll. These achievements highlight the hospitals’ ongoing dedication to providing swift, high-quality stroke care that reduces stroke damage, speeds recovery and improves overall outcomes.
Free Cancer Prevention Seminar Offered by Good Samaritan and GO Physical Therapy
CHI Health Good Samaritan and GO Physical Therapy are partnering to offer a free community health seminar focused on cancer prevention through exercise and nutrition. “Empower Yourself: Cancer Prevention” is scheduled for 5:30 pm on Monday, July 13 at the Kearney Public Library in the Niobrara Conference Room.
CHI Health Good Samaritan Offers No-Cost Joint Replacement Surgery
Many Americans live with painful hip or knee arthritis, making even simple daily activities a challenge. While joint replacement surgery is often highly effective at relieving pain and restoring mobility, the cost can put it out of reach for those without insurance.
Scholarship Recipients Announced by CHI Health Good Samaritan
CHI Health Good Samaritan Foundation recently awarded $18,750 in scholarships to 20 area students working towards careers in health care.
National Recognition Awarded to CHI Health Good Samaritan’s Stroke Care Program
CHI Health Good Samaritan was recently recertified as a Primary Stroke Center by The Joint Commission. The Gold Seal of Approval® for Stroke, a national accreditation, recognizes the hospital’s commitment to providing safe and quality patient care by demonstrating continuous compliance to the highest world standards. Good Samaritan initially earned the certification in 2011 becoming the first Primary Stroke Center in the region.