Box Butte General Hospital

Box Butte General Hospital Box Butte General Hospital (BBGH) is dedicated to serving the healthcare needs of Box Butte County Box Butte General Hospital is the successor of St.

Joseph Hospital, taking over the mission of serving the health care needs of Box Butte County and the surrounding area in 1976. The hospital is a non-profit facility, owned by the citizens of Box Butte County, dedicated to serving the needs of residents and visitors alike. BBGH is accredited by The Joint Commission, the nation's predominant standards-setting and accrediting body in health care since 1951 and is a designated basic level trauma center. Box Butte General Hospital is a Critical Access Hospital with 25-beds for all patient types - acute, observation, swing, intensive care and OB, with a staff of over 300 employees providing a variety of services, including:

24/7 Emergency Department; Orthopedic Surgery; Laboratory; Medical Imaging (X-ray, CT, MRI, Nuclear Medicine, Mammography, Advanced Ultrasound Imaging, Bone Density/DEXA Scan); Diabetic Education; Dialysis; Obstetrics, Oncology, Rehabilitation (including Cardiac-Pulmonary Rehab, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, Sports Rehab and Speech Therapy); Respiratory Therapy; ElectroDiagnostics; Wound Care; Respite Care; Swing Bed and Behavioral Health. BBGH offers a variety of outpatient services through its Multi-Specialty Clinic. Current specialties offered include: Cardiology; ENT; General Surgery; Gynecology; Plastic Surgery; Oncology; Ophthalmology; Orthopedic Surgery; Oral Surgery; Behavioral Health; Podiatry; and Pulmonology. The Hospital also has three Greater Nebraska Medical & Surgical Services (GNMSS) clinics. One of them in the Medical Arts Plaza in Alliance that includes Family Medicine and Orthopedic Surgery & Sports Medicine. Two satellite GNMSS clinics are located in Hemingford and Hyannis: the Hemingford Clinic and the Hyannis Clinic (located in the Cow Country Health Center). Core Values:

Safety, Excellence, Compassion, Integrity, Devotion, Teamwork. Great Things are Happening Here!

January is National Radon Action Month. This is a time to help spread awareness about radon and its health effects on ou...
01/21/2026

January is National Radon Action Month. This is a time to help spread awareness about radon and its health effects on our community.
Check out Panhandle Public Health District‘s post to find out more and to request a FREE radon test kit! 

Radon is colorless and scentless. The only way to know whether radon is present is to test. January is ! Visit: https://www.pphd.ne.gov/Pages/radon.htm to learn more or request your FREE kit today by filling out this form: https://nalhd.sjc1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_aV0CldptWwdXb3U

The GNMSS Walk-In Clinic is now available! The walk-in clinic is open Monday-Friday from 8 AM to 4:30 PM. No appointment...
01/20/2026

The GNMSS Walk-In Clinic is now available! The walk-in clinic is open Monday-Friday from 8 AM to 4:30 PM. No appointment is needed!

GNMSS offers same-day appointments for patients who wish to see their primary care provider. Patients can call ahead to find out about making an appointment. If one is not available, the walk-in clinic is another choice for those who are seeking immediate care.

The walk-in clinic will be able to provide services for common illnesses and minor injuries. Life-threatening and emergent medical conditions will require patients to go to the ER or dial 911.

To find out more about the walk-in clinic, call us at 762-7244 or visit us at 2091 Box Butte Ave. in Alliance, NE.

❤️February is Heart Healthy Month! Join us at BBGH for an in-person, heart healthy presentation and cooking demonstratio...
01/20/2026

❤️February is Heart Healthy Month!
Join us at BBGH for an in-person, heart healthy presentation and cooking demonstration- with tasting! It will be free of charge and all are welcome to attend on Tuesday, February 3 at 1 PM in the Wellness Center Exercise Gym.
RSVP by contacting Cardiac Rehab Manager, Brianna Sherlock at 308-761-3366 or bsherlock@bbgh.org.
Mitch Rippe, the Director of Nutrition and Education from the Nebraska Beef Council, will share great information and delicious recipes!
We hope to see you there!

Congratulations to our Employee of the Month for January, Clinical Nurse Manager Brianna Sherlock, BSN, RN! Thank you fo...
01/19/2026

Congratulations to our Employee of the Month for January, Clinical Nurse Manager Brianna Sherlock, BSN, RN! Thank you for your dedication and the exceptional care you provide at BBGH every day.

Her nomination reads, "I am honored to nominate my boss, Brianna Sherlock, for Employee of the Month because her impact reaches far beyond her job title. She leads with her heart, and it shows in everything she does. Her dedication to Box Butte General Hospital’s values is something she lives and exhibits every day. Brianna always puts patients first, ensuring their physical health, safety, and emotional well-being are never compromised. No one is ever made to feel overlooked or unimportant in her presence whether it's patients, coworkers, or her own employees. She has the ability to make people feel seen, heard, and genuinely cared for, even during the most challenging moments. Patients and staff alike trust her because they truly know she will always do what’s right. As a leader and a team player, she brings people together in a way that is special. She makes everyone feel included and valued, regardless of role or department. She is always willing to step in and help wherever she is needed, never seeking recognition or praise. She does it simply because she cares. The selflessness and willingness that Brianna shows daily speaks volumes about her character. Brianna truly embodies what it means to be an exceptional employee and leader. The positive difference she makes every day is deeply felt by patients, coworkers and the organization as a whole. For these reasons, and so many more, Brianna is more than deserving of being recognized as Employee of the Month.”

Today is Martin Luther King Jr. Day - a day also designated as a National Day of Service. This is a day for citizens to ...
01/19/2026

Today is Martin Luther King Jr. Day - a day also designated as a National Day of Service.

This is a day for citizens to volunteer in their communities in honor of King’s legacy of service. Volunteer work and service projects can address inequities and strengthen communities.

This week's MVPs are all about working hard for their teams and setting the standard! Here are our Most VALUEable Player...
01/16/2026

This week's MVPs are all about working hard for their teams and setting the standard! Here are our Most VALUEable Players for this week:

🏀Alliance MVP of Week #14 is:
Brooke Bailey
Sport: Basketball
Brooke does all the right things for us. Shows up to practice everyday, working just as hard in practice as she does in games. She is sometimes outsized, but that never stops her. She’s a very gritty player who does whatever it takes to make her team better.

🏀Hemingford MVP of Week #14 is:
Anthony Haas
Sport: Basketball
With a balanced and impactful presence on both ends of the floor, Anthony has proven to be an essential engine for the team's success this week. Averaging a solid 9.3 points per game, he provided consistent scoring while cleaning up the glass with an impressive 5.0 rebounds per contest. Beyond his own scoring, his vision and unselfishness were on full display, chipping in 2.0 assists per game to keep the offense fluid.

The staff of BBGH is committed to the values of Safety, Excellence, Compassion, Integrity, Devotion and Teamwork every day. BBGH strives to promote these values in our work and community. Recognizing these values in others magnifies our message to continually work to achieve greatness.
During each season, BBGH recognizes and celebrates Box Butte County high school student athletes who embody one (or more) of our values on or off the court/field/track/mat.
Thank you to everyone who participates in nominating and recognizing these !

An Update from GNMSS!Due to the weather and power outages, the GNMSS clinic in Hemingford will be closed for the rest of...
01/16/2026

An Update from GNMSS!

Due to the weather and power outages, the GNMSS clinic in Hemingford will be closed for the rest of today- 1/16/26.
The clinic in Alliance is open. Please call the clinic at 308-762-7244 if you need to make an appointment.
Thank you!

The GNMSS Walk-In Clinic will begin seeing patients on Monday, January 19th, 2026. The walk-in clinic will be available ...
01/16/2026

The GNMSS Walk-In Clinic will begin seeing patients on Monday, January 19th, 2026. The walk-in clinic will be available Monday-Friday from 8 AM to 4:30 PM. No appointment is needed!

The walk-in clinic will be able to provide services for common illnesses and minor injuries. Life-threatening and emergent medical conditions will require patients to go to the nearest ER or dial 911.

Injuries and Illnesses that can be treated at the walk-in clinic include:
cold and flu symptoms
sore throat or strep throat
sprains, strains, and sports injuries
infections
allergies
minor cuts, scrapes, or burns
rash or skin irritations

The following symptoms require services beyond the scope of the walk-in clinic and will need to go to the emergency room:
chest pain
difficulty breathing
head trauma
severe bleeding
stroke-like symptoms (slurred speech, weakness, numbness)
head trauma
loss of consciousness
back or neck injury

To find out more about the walk-in clinic, call us at 762-7244 or visit us at 2091 Box Butte Ave. in Alliance, NE.

👏Congratulations to the BBGH Rehabilitation Team! 👏 Our Rehab Team has earned recognition through the Focus on Therapeut...
01/15/2026

👏Congratulations to the BBGH Rehabilitation Team! 👏

Our Rehab Team has earned recognition through the Focus on Therapeutic Outcome (FOTO) Survey!
Patients complete the survey, and the data speaks for itself:
Our team has earned a 99% Satisfaction Rating and is ranked in the Top 13% Nationally in Improvement Per Case for the past three months!

This incredible team is providing excellent care focused on the ultimate patient experience. Thank you, BBGH Rehab Team, for your commitment to high standards and great care!

Are you having trouble with your patient portal? Join us on Thursday, January 15 from 2-3 PM. We can help you set up, na...
01/13/2026

Are you having trouble with your patient portal? Join us on Thursday, January 15 from 2-3 PM. We can help you set up, navigate, and use your patient portal to make your healthcare experience better at BBGH.

Join us in the BBGH IT Computer Lab. Check in at any admission desk, and we can help you get there.
We will also be available on Thursday, January 29 from 2-3 PM. To schedule another time or if you have questions, please call 308-761-3042.

January is Thyroid Awareness Month, which is an important time to raise awareness about thyroid care and conditions that...
01/12/2026

January is Thyroid Awareness Month, which is an important time to raise awareness about thyroid care and conditions that can affect it. The thyroid is a small gland located in the neck, but it plays a critical role in regulating the body's metabolism, energy levels, heart rate, and more.

If you are experiencing symptoms such as unexplained weight gain or loss, trouble sleeping, or fatigue, it may be time to get your thyroid checked. Set up an appointment with your primary care provider at Greater Nebraska Medical & Surgical Services by calling 308-762-7244.

Learn more about thyroid health and why it matters by visiting our health library: https://smpl.is/agfbs

Our first MVPs of 2026 are here! These players are stepping up and working hard! Here are our Most VALUEable Players for...
01/09/2026

Our first MVPs of 2026 are here! These players are stepping up and working hard! Here are our Most VALUEable Players for this week:

🏀Alliance MVP of Week #13 is:
Jaxon Poss
Sport: Basketball
Jaxon hasn’t played a ton of varsity minutes. However, in the holiday tournament he came in against Broken Bow. He helped us get several stops and also made a couple of layups. He helped his team to a win in the first round of the holiday tournament.

🤼‍♀️Hemingford MVP of Week #13 is:
Brooke Hartman
Sport: Wrestling
Brooke is a great teammate. As a freshman, she steps up and practices with two upper classman with more experience. Instead of letting this frustrate her, she is turning it into an opportunity to make herself better. She always has a great attitude and brings great intensity to the practice room. Her hard work and dedication is translating into her improving every time she steps on the mat.

The staff of BBGH is committed to the values of Safety, Excellence, Compassion, Integrity, Devotion and Teamwork every day. BBGH strives to promote these values in our work and community. Recognizing these values in others magnifies our message to continually work to achieve greatness.
During each season, BBGH recognizes and celebrates Box Butte County high school student athletes who embody one (or more) of our values on or off the court/field/track/mat.
Thank you to everyone who participates in nominating and recognizing these !

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2101 Box Butte Avenue
Alliance, NE
69301

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