Syracuse Area Health

04/24/2026

We’re grateful for the leadership and advocacy of the Nebraska Hospital Association during important policy discussions that directly impact Nebraskans.

Our Chief Marketing & Development Officer, Deborah Doke, had meaningful face-to-face conversations with staff from Nebraska’s federal delegation, sharing how Syracuse Area Health is advancing rural healthcare.

“Our people make all the difference,” she shared. “We’ve integrated telemedicine into our trauma bay and emergency department, giving our teams immediate access to more than 40 specialties. This investment is improving outcomes for the rural communities we serve. Now our local volunteer rescue squad is fundraising to continue this technology in their ambulance after grant funding was cut. Regarding rural health transformation, we need continued support from CMS and DHHS to sustain solutions like this across rural Nebraska.”

We’re proud to represent both our community and critical access hospitals in these important conversations.

04/22/2026

This week, we’re recognizing our Patient Family Advisory Committee (PFAC) for the important role they play at Syracuse Area Health.

Established in October 2021, our PFAC is made up of 7 community volunteers who help represent the voices of patients and families in order to improve the care we provide. Led by Emily Iske and Sandi Rippe, the committee meets every other month.

Thank you, PFAC members, for your service and commitment to better care for our community.

04/21/2026

During Volunteer Appreciation Week, we’re honored to celebrate our Board Members serving on our District Board, Corporate Board, and Foundation Board.

Thank you for your leadership, insight, and commitment to Syracuse Area Health. Your dedication helps position our organization to thrive and continue serving Southeast Nebraskans for generations to come.

We are grateful for all you do in support of our patients, families, and communities.

04/20/2026

This week, we’re celebrating the incredible SAH Auxiliary Volunteers who give their time, hearts, and energy to support Syracuse Area Health.💙

Operated by our dedicated volunteers, the Syracuse Area Health Auxiliary Thrift Shop not only provides affordable items for our community but also supports vital hospital initiatives and patient care.

With more than 50 active volunteers contributing an average of 550 hours each month, their impact is felt every day. In 2025 alone, they’ve given an amazing 6,469 hours of service to our organization and community.

We’re also proud to celebrate a special honor - congratulations again to the SAH Auxiliary Thrift Shop for being named '2025 Best of Otoe County' in the Secondhand/Thrift Store category!

👏Please help us in thanking the Auxiliary Volunteers for everything they do. Your generosity makes a lasting difference. 💙

Thrift Shop:
https://syracuseareahealth.com/about-us/auxiliary-thrift-shop/

Read more about Best of Otoe County Awards:
https://syracuseareahealth.com/news-events/syracuse-area-health-celebrates-best-of-otoe-county-2025-winners/

Learn more about volunteering with SAH:
https://syracuseareahealth.com/foundation/volunteer/

04/19/2026

This week, we celebrate the laboratory professionals at Syracuse Area Health's hospital, clinics, and our outreach division, Sagewell, who work behind the scenes to provide accurate and timely test results that help guide patient care.

Join us in thanking our amazing lab team for their hard work and commitment to keeping our community healthy.

Learn more about our laboratory services: syracuseareahealth.com/our-services/laboratory-testing



North Campus Clinic and Pharmacy - Syracuse Area Health Sagewell Urgent Care Sagewell Family Medicine

04/18/2026

Movement is essential to living the life you love.🙋🏽‍♂️

We’re grateful to Adam Carriker for sharing about Dr. Scott Strasburger and our Sagewell Orthopaedics team. Give them both a 👍 and +Follow to stay in the loop.

At Syracuse Area Health, we’re proud to support Sagewell’s commitment to helping our communities stay strong, mobile, and doing what matters most - every single day. When we move well, we live well.

04/17/2026

🚨We’ve been notified that some patients received letters from UnitedHealthcare stating a Syracuse Area Health Primary Care Provider (P*P) is no longer in-network with their plan.

We want to reassure you: all Syracuse Area Health providers remain in-network with UHC. Our team has confirmed this directly with UnitedHealthcare, and this appears to be an internal error on their part.

If you received one of these letters, please contact your insurance provider or our Billing Office, and we’re happy to help verify your coverage.📲402-269-2011

04/17/2026

Mark your calendar and get some fresh air on National Walk at Lunch Day! 🌳🚶🏼‍♀️🚶🏾‍♂️

This annual event encourages each of us to enjoy 30 minutes of walking—anytime, any place—to prioritize well-being. It’s a great opportunity to step away from daily routines and focus on health, wellness, and movement.

Hope to see you along the Syracuse Area Health Walking Path!
📆Wednesday, April 29th
⏰Between 11:30 AM and 1:30 PM

↳ Walk & Learn Stations along the path
↳ Light refreshments & Walking Tacos available for purchase at Lettuce Eat Cafe ($5.50)
↳ Prize drawing for all participants who enter their name

No matter your pace, all are welcome. Just bring your comfortable walking shoes and join us for a fun, healthy break in your day! 💙

04/17/2026

Behind every call, every mile, and every moment of urgency, there’s a volunteer EMT answering without hesitation.

From our perspective as a critical access hospital, volunteer EMTs are more than first responders—they are an essential part of how care reaches our rural communities. They are often the first to arrive, the first to assess, and the first to provide comfort in someone’s most vulnerable moments.

What connects us isn’t just the work—it’s a shared commitment to the people and communities we serve. Showing up when it matters most, caring for neighbors, and doing what needs to be done.

We are incredibly grateful for the dedication, sacrifice, and heart our volunteer EMTs bring every day. Their impact reaches far beyond the call.

Thank you for all that you do.

Right now, Syracuse is at a turning point. Our emergency services have served this community for decades, but the reality is, the current space is no longer meeting today’s needs.

Limited space, extremely outdated facilities, and these challenges impact how quickly and effectively responders can do their jobs.

This project is about fixing that.

It’s about creating a space that allows our firefighters and rescue personnel to respond faster, work safer, and serve our community the way it deserves, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

A portion of the funding may come from sales tax, but a critical piece depends on fundraising, community support, and people who are willing to step up.

Because this isn’t just a building. It’s the future of emergency care in Syracuse. And when an emergency happens, that future matters.

If you believe in strong, local response, now is the time to be part of it. Scan the QR code or visit
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04/16/2026

Thank you to everyone who joined us to recognize Donate Life Month. 💙💚

From the flag ceremony to the shared moments of reflection, this event was a meaningful reminder of the impact one life can have on so many others.

We were honored to welcome special guest Nikki Creger, Donation Services Specialist at Live On Nebraska and appreciate her role in helping share the importance of organ donation.

A special thank you to Wendy Mueller and Sandi Rippe for organizing this event and bringing our team and community together.

04/14/2026

Reminder 💚💙 Wear blue and green tomorrow and join us!

Help us recognize National Donate Life Month and honor the gift of life through organ, eye, and tissue donation.

🗓 Wednesday, April 15
⏰ 7:30–8:30 AM
📍 Syracuse Area Health (front of hospital)

We’ll gather for a brief flag ceremony and hope to see you there!

04/13/2026

April is Parkinson’s Awareness Month🙌
It’s a time to recognize the individuals and families navigating this disease every day. Parkinson’s can impact movement, balance, speech, and more, shaping daily life in different ways for each person.

At Syracuse Area Health, we’re committed to walking alongside our patients with compassionate, personalized care close to home. We’re grateful to be part of a community that shows up with support, understanding, and heart.

Join us in learning more, sharing encouragement, and helping raise awareness this month. Read more here: https://syracuseareahealth.com/blog/rediscover-movement-and-confidence-with-lsvt-big-parkinsons-therapy-at-syracuse-area-health/