North Central Kansas Medical Center

03/06/2026

The tables are set! ♣️♥️♠️♦️

We are looking forward to seeing tomorrow night at 7pm! Costumes are encouraged, but not required and tickets will be available at the door.

03/04/2026

Thank you to our "Lucky Break" sponsors: Kueker Family Dentistry, CJ's Car Wash, Geisler Roofing & Home Improvement, NCK Mats & More, Elk State Bank, Schendel's Pest Control, Farm Bureau Insurance, Concordia Chevrolet/Auto Mart/Beloit GMC, Dairy Queen and Abram Ready Mix.

Silent Auction bid sheets are up in the main hallway of the hospital so you can get your early bids in! Tickets are available at the door so make plans for a great evening!

03/03/2026

💙 March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month 💙
The American Cancer Society now recommends beginning colorectal cancer screening at age 45. Early screening is one of the most effective ways to detect colorectal cancer when it’s easier to treat — and even prevent.

If you have a family history of colorectal cancer or other risk factors, talk with your primary care provider about the right screening plan for you.

Your health is worth it. 💙

03/02/2026

Pick up your free colorectal cancer screening kits in Concordia at AuBurn Pharmacy and Walmart Concordia!

𝗙𝗿𝗲𝗲 𝗰𝗼𝗹𝗼𝗿𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗰𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲𝗿 𝘀𝗰𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗸𝗶𝘁𝘀 𝗮𝘃𝗮𝗶𝗹𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗶𝗻 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗰𝗵

Statistics say colorectal cancer is the third-most common cancer found in both men and women. But fortunately, colorectal cancer found early is often highly curable.

In recognition of national Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month in March, The Tammy Walker Cancer Center at Salina Regional Health Center is leading an initiative to provide 800 free colorectal cancer screening kits to anyone ages 45 to 75. The screening is recommended for those who have not had a recent colonoscopy. Kits can be picked up at all Salina, Abilene, Concordia, Minneapolis and Lindsborg pharmacies while supplies last.

“The screening uses an advanced f***l blood test that requires only one sample and has no food or drug restrictions,” said Daniel Craig, cancer outreach coordinator at the Tammy Walker Cancer Center. “Once completed, the samples can then be mailed to the Cancer Center for lab analysis using a pre-paid postage envelope provided. Results of the test will be returned to both the patient and their primary care physician.”

Participants in the screening should return their samples for analysis by May 30.

Health officials recommend all men and women have a colonoscopy at age 45 to screen for colorectal cancer. Between colonoscopies patients can screen with a f***l blood test. Other tests may also be recommended by your physician. Those with a family history of the disease should consider screening at a younger age. African Americans are also known to be at an increased risk for colorectal cancer.

Pharmacies distributing the screening kits include:

Salina's B&K Prescription Shop, CVS Pharmacy, Dillons Pharmacy, Key Rexall Health Mart Pharmacy, Walgreens, Walmart Salina, Salina Regional Health Center and Salina Family Healthcare Center.

Abilene's AuBurn Pharmacy, Patterson Health Care Pharmacy and Harvey Drug.

Concordia's AuBurn Pharmacy and Walmart Pharmacy.

Minneapolis' AuBurn Pharmacy.

Lindsborg's AuBurn Pharmacy.

The screening kits also can be picked up at the Salina-Saline County Health Department.

Grant funding from the Salina Charities League and Salina Regional Health Foundation is helping to underwrite the screening.

For more information about the free colorectal cancer screening kits contact Daniel Craig by calling (785) 452-4848 or email dacraig@srhc.com. Kits can also be mailed to interested participants by contacting Craig.

03/02/2026

Thank you to our Big Spender Sponsors for Casino Night: Cloud County Co-op, Triple G Farm & Ranch, Cloud County Community College, LeDuc Memorial Design,12x12 Recovery and Kindel Insurance.

Tickets are available at the main entrance of the hospital or at the door of the event. Purchase tickets online here:
https://wl.donorperfect.net/weblink/WebLink.aspx?name=E8547&id=8

Silent Auction bidding is open so stop by the hospital and put in your bids!

03/02/2026

02/27/2026

We’re proud to share that the NCK Medical Center Radiology Department has once again been awarded mammography certification from the American College of Radiology (ACR)! 🎉

This continued recognition reflects our team’s unwavering commitment to excellence, quality assurance, and the highest standards in breast imaging. Mammography plays a vital role in early detection, and ACR certification ensures our patients receive safe, accurate, and high-quality care right here at home.

We are incredibly proud of our radiology team for their dedication to ongoing education, rigorous quality standards, and their passion for providing exceptional patient care. When our employees continue to grow and uphold the highest benchmarks, our entire community benefits. 💙

Congratulations to our Radiology Department on this achievement!

02/27/2026

Specialty Care, Close to Home!

We’re proud to offer access to specialty care right here at North Central Kansas Medical Center.

Meet Dr. Justin Klaassen, MD and Dr. Leah Speaks, MD, who visit our Specialty Clinic to provide general surgical procedures including, but not limited to, GI Scopes, Colonoscopies, Cyst Removals, Hernia Repairs, Gallbladder Removal, Amputations, Seton Procedures, Hemorrhoid Removal and Carpal Tunnel Surgery.

By bringing specialty providers to our community, patients can:
✔ Spend less time traveling
✔ Stay close to family and support systems
✔ Receive expert care right here at home

Ask your primary provider for a referral to our specialty clinic or visit https://nckmed.com/specialty-providers/ for more information.

02/26/2026

Thank you Family Care Center for your High Roller Sponsorship for Casino Night!

Tickets can be purchased at the front entrance of the hospital before the event or at the door the night of the event. You can also purchase tickets online at:
https://wl.donorperfect.net/weblink/WebLink.aspx?name=E8547&id=8.

02/25/2026

Your Annual Medicare Wellness Visit is an important step in staying healthy.

During your visit, we review recommended preventive screenings, check your vital health indicators, and update your medical history and medications — all to help you stay ahead of potential health concerns.

Call your provider today to schedule your visit. 📆
(785) 243-4272

02/25/2026

NCKMC is proud to sponsor Cloud County Community College Athletics and is excited to announce that all hospital employees will receive free entry, with ID badge, to tonight's game matchup between the CCCC Thunderbirds and the Garden City CC Broncbusters.

Go T-Birds!🦅🏀💛🖤