Ellett Memorial Hospital

02/25/2026

More photos from today’s healthcare career fair at EMH. Students from Montrose, Hume, Ballard, and Appleton City High Schools rotated around several EMH Departments to learn about the different career paths available in the healthcare setting. We hope all students enjoyed the day and found the presentations informative and engaging!

02/25/2026

Thank you for giving us this chance to host this event! EMH staff enjoyed the being able to engage directly with the students and share about their specific healthcare fields. We hope everyone had a good time!

02/24/2026

February is national age-reglated macular degeneration (AMD) and low vision awareness month. Did you know:

-Nearly 20 million Americans aged 40+ have been diagnosed with a form of macular degeneration.
-1.49 million Americans are living with a late-stage vision-threatening form of AMD. This is about 22% of all Americans living with vision loss or blindness.
-By the age of 75, roughly 1 in 3 people living in the United States will have some form of AMD, and about 1 in 4 of those will have a vision-threatening, late-stage form of AMD.

There are two types of AMD, commonly referred to as “dry” or “wet.” They are named for the kinds of physical changes that affect the retina, and in particular the macula, the central area of the retina which gives us our visual acuity, color vision and ability to perceive contrast.

Early detection for the onset of all types of AMD is key to preserving vision for as long as possible. For Dry AMD, an early diagnosis means opportunities to reduce risk, delay onset, or slow progression of vision loss through lifestyle changes and supplements. For wet AMD onset, time is even more critical. Research indicates that the earlier you start receiving treatments the better your outcome is likely to be.

Key symptoms and warning signs of AMD include:
- Wavy Lines: Straight lines, such as door frames or text, appearing bent or wavy, a common sign of wet AMD.
- Central Vision Loss: A blurry or blank spot in the center of vision, making it hard to read, drive, or recognize faces.
- Distorted Vision: Objects may appear to change size, shape, or seem distorted.
- Diminished Color Vision: Colors may appear faded, less vibrant, or dull.
- Low-Light Difficulty: Increased trouble seeing, reading, or adapting to dim environments.

Regular eye exams are key for the early detection of AMD. Adults aged 40–54 should have an exam every 2–4 years; those over 60 should have annual exams. Early detection allows for prompt, proactive treatment that can significantly slow disease progression and save vision.

Are you due for an eye exam? The Appleton City Rural Health Clinic holds monthly Ophthalmology clinics with Ophthalmologist Dr. Chetan Soni. Call our Outpatient Specliaty Clinic to schedule an appointment at 660.476.2111

02/23/2026

Ellett Memorial Hospital Outpatient Specialty Clinic March 2026 Schedule. For scheduling or any questions regarding our clinics, please contact our Outpatient Department at 660.476.2111.

02/17/2026

February is National Cancer Prevention Month

Did you know that nearly 40-50% of cancer cases are preventable through healthy, proactive lifestyle choices? In these 40-50% of cases, cancers are attributed to causes such as smoking, excess body weight, physical inactivity, and excessive exposure to the sun (according to the AACR Cancer Progress Report 2025).

What you can do to lower your chances of preventable cancers:
- Lifestyle Changes: Maintain a healthy weight, stay physically active, limit alcohol consumption, and eat a healthy plant-based diet.
- Screenings: Get recommended cancer screenings (Info on EMH cancer screening services below)
Protection: Avoid to***co products and protect skin from the damaging effects of sun exposure.

Did you know that at EMH we offer the following cancer screening services:

- Colonoscopy and Upper GI Scopes through Dr. Namin's GI clinic
- Cervical Cancer Screenings with Dr. Kallberg's OBGYN clinic
- Skin Cancer Screenings with PA Dylan Timmerman's Dermatology clinic
- Lung Cancer Screening through Low Dose Chest CT scans
- Breast Cancer Screening Mammograms through our annual Girl's Day Out Event

Life can get busy and it's all too easy to put off routine cancer screening tests. For this Cancer Prevention Month, make yourself a priority and make sure you're up to date with all of your screenings.

For a guide to all recommended cancer screenings by age range, please visit the American Cancer Society at:

https://www.cancer.org/cancer/screening/screening-recommendations-by-age.html -ages

02/16/2026

January ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Patient Reviews!! 🔽⏬

In our five star reviews from last month patients mentioned:

- Our low wait times
- Our providers: how well they listen, how kind they are, and how informative they are
- Our empathy
- Our clean facilities (including bathrooms)
- Our caring and friendly staff

We are so glad to see our providers and staff shining bright in patient reviews! They're truly embodying the EMH values day in and day out. Thank you to our patients who took the time to let us know how we are doing! All reviews, good and bad, help us improve our patient care.

02/14/2026

02/09/2026

This American Heart Month, the American Heart Association is focusing on building a nation of lifesavers!

The American Heart Association has set a goal of doubling the survival of cardiac arrest by 2030. We know that in order to save more lives from the 350,000 cardiac arrests that occur outside of the hospital every year, we must increase the number of people who respond to cardiac arrest by calling 911, delivering high-quality CPR and using an AED as soon as it is available.

In every cardiac emergency, the real first responder is not always a uniformed professional but often an everyday bystander. Cardiac arrest can strike anywhere - at the gym, in the grocery store, or during a child’s soccer game. However, bystanders only intervene about 40% of the time, often due to uncertainty or lack of training.

You do not need medical credentials to save a life. What’s required is knowledge, courage, and the readiness to act.

Learn CPR today so you are ready and become a part of the Nation of Lifesavers.

Three Key Takeaways:
1. CPR can save lives.
• For adults and teens, Hands-Only CPR can double or even triple chance of survival.
• Infants and children need CPR including breaths.

2. CPR is a civic duty.
• You don’t need medical training to learn CPR; you need knowledge, courage, and the willingness to act.
• Heroism is not limited to uniforms, it’s everyday people stepping up for others

3. Strong communities are built by preparedness.
• Whether you’re at home, the gym, or a child’s soccer game, cardiac arrest can happen anywhere.
• Being prepared and willing to help strengthens the fabric of our nation.

Options for learning CPR:
1. Go to heart.org/nation to search for available CPR classes.
2. Youtube. The American Heart Association has short instructional CPR videos such as this hand-own CPR instructional video:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LPUoPwbRvL8
3. For a local, in-person option stay tuned! Planning is currently in progress for scheduling a community CPR class at EMH!

02/07/2026

Take a 👀 at our current job openings! We have a range of PRN, part time and full time positions in both clinical and nonclinical areas!

Our comprehensive benefits package includes:
✅ Health Insurance
✅Dental
✅Vision
✅Short-term Disability
✅Life Insurance
✅Generous PTO Accrual
✅Employee Discount
✅Employer-Match 401(k)
✅FSH/HSA
✅Optional Supplemental Insurances (Sun Life)

Go to https://ellettmemorial.com/careers/index.html to view current job listing or apply. For any questions, please contact Kayla Orear, HR.

02/06/2026

Today we participated in day for women's heart health! Why do we for women's heart health? To help spread awareness of and promote action against cardiovascular disease. Cardiovascular disease is still the the number one killer of women and the number one killer of new moms. Did you know the following female heart facts?

-Nearly 45% of women ages 20+ are living with some form of cardiovascular disease.
- Less than half of women entering pregnancy in the U.S. have optimal cardiovascular health.
- Women experience unique life stages, such as pregnancy and menopause, that can put them at an increased risk for Cardiovascular Disease.
- Women are less likely to receive bystander CPR because of fear of accusations of inappropriate touching or physical injury.

It is vital for all women to understand their personal risk factors for cardiovascular disease. Knowing your risk starts with knowing four important health numbers — total cholesterol, blood pressure, blood sugar, and body mass index. Having these numbers in check and at healthy levels can reduce your risk for heart disease and stroke.

Talk to your health care provider today about your numbers, what they mean, and how you can manage them. Your heart and well-being depend on it.

Source: American Heart Association

02/06/2026

Join us in congratulating our EMH February Employee of the Month, Jessica Ransdell!

Below is just portion of her Employee of the Month nomination (it was so long we had to trim it down):

Jessica is not only a valued co-worker but a true cornerstone of our work place. She embodies generosity, patience and resilience in everything she does. Day after day she finds the time to help anyone in need, never turning away a request no matter how busy she may be. Her kindness is unwavering, even when faced with rudeness or difficulty. Jessica responds with grace and continues to offer support. Jessica simply has a heart of gold that shines through in her dedication to this facility, the people within it and the broader community she serves. Jessica does a lot for this hospital, much of which is not her job. When she sees a need, she steps in the gap to fill it. She generously gives her time to support EMH and its mission. Jessica is a wonderful representative of EMH and it's values when she is off the clock, as she strongly cares about her local community and actively works to support community needs. We are blessed to have her on our staff!

Jessica works in our EMH Business Office and we are very thankful for her. Congratulation Jessica! Thank you for all you do!

02/05/2026

Congratulations to EMH Laboratory employee Richelle and her husband, Cole, on the upcoming arrival of their baby girl. Today Richelle’s co-workers threw her a beautiful baby shower and she received some beautiful and precious gifts! Congrats again Richelle and Cole! We are so excited for you!