Ascension Via Christi

Ascension Via Christi Largest provider of healthcare services in Kansas, providing doctors, hospitals, clinics & home care

Ascension Via Christi Hospital in Wichita, Kansas delivers specialty care and 24/7 emergency care. We provide advanced surgical care for serious and life-threatening injuries and illnesses. Our care teams listen to understand your health needs and deliver care that's right for you. Ascension Via Christi is a destination for specialty care — including heart, cancer, stroke care, orthopedics and women’s health. Our OBGYNs and maternity care teams deliver a personalized birthing experience and advanced neonatal care for sick babies. We offer a wide range of minimally invasive procedures using robotic-assisted technology, imaging and lab tests, and a dedicated inpatient rehabilitation center. If you are experiencing a life-threatening emergency, go directly to the ER or dial 911.

👩‍⚕️ Looking for a compassionate family doctor in Wichita, KS with availability?Grace Gearhart, DO, at Ascension Medical...
04/07/2026

👩‍⚕️ Looking for a compassionate family doctor in Wichita, KS with availability?

Grace Gearhart, DO, at Ascension Medical Group Via Christi is now accepting new patients and providing care for individuals and families at every stage of life, from newborns to seniors.

Dr. Gearhart offers:
✔️ Women’s health & family care
✔️ Preventive care & annual wellness visits
✔️ Chronic condition management
✔️ Sick visits & minor illness care
✔️ Lifelong, comprehensive primary care

With a whole-person approach rooted in osteopathic medicine, Dr. Gearhart focuses on caring for the physical, emotional, and spiritual health of every patient. Her goal is simple: to ensure every person feels heard, valued, and genuinely cared for.

💙 Why choose Dr. Gearhart?
• Board-certified in family medicine
• Personalized, patient-centered care
• Compassionate approach for all ages
• Dedicated to long-term health and wellness

Whether you need a primary care doctor, preventive care, or ongoing support for your health, Dr. Gearhart is here to help you and your family thrive.

📍 8020 E Central Ave Ste 200 (Rock and Central)
📅 316-636-2662

🌼 DAISY Foundation awards: Blake Bayer and Emily StangBlake Bayer, RN, and Emily Stang, RN, Trauma-Surgical ICU (TSICU) ...
04/06/2026

🌼 DAISY Foundation awards: Blake Bayer and Emily Stang

Blake Bayer, RN, and Emily Stang, RN, Trauma-Surgical ICU (TSICU) nurses at Via Christi St. Francis, have been honored with DAISY Awards after being nominated for their outstanding care.

Emily and Blake provided compassionate, attentive care while team nursing a family member who suffered a devastating stroke. During an incredibly difficult time, they communicated clearly, treated the patient with dignity, and prioritized comfort for both the patient and the family. Their diligence and empathy made a painful situation more bearable and left a lasting sense of gratitude.

“To be treated so well at such a difficult time is a blessing!”

In the SICU, Blake and Emily went above and beyond in delivering not only excellent medical care but also emotional support to the entire family. They ensured everyone felt informed, supported, and cared for, serving as a steady and reassuring presence through a deeply challenging experience.

“He and Emily both were such a help and a port in the storm.”

Thank you both for your teamwork and compassion through difficult times. 🤍

🐰🐇 The Easter Bunny is staying busy! Another visit to Via Christi St. Francis' Pediatrics Unit with Wichita's Littlest H...
04/06/2026

🐰🐇 The Easter Bunny is staying busy! Another visit to Via Christi St. Francis' Pediatrics Unit with Wichita's Littlest Heroes, and Sherri Jones, RN, spread hoppy cheer at the Cystic Fibrosis Clinic. 💐

Tiny miracles dressed for Easter 🐣💛 These sweet babies from Via Christi St. Joseph’s NICU are bringing extra joy with ev...
04/05/2026

Tiny miracles dressed for Easter 🐣💛 These sweet babies from Via Christi St. Joseph’s NICU are bringing extra joy with every tiny outfit and precious photo. Wishing everyone a happy Easter filled with hope, love, and new beginnings 🌷✨

04/05/2026

Today and throughout the 50 days of the Easter season, we rejoice in Jesus' resurrection.

Where do you find new life awakening within and around you? How will you bring that joy to your encounters?

04/03/2026

On Good Friday, we recall Jesus' agony during his passion as well as the suffering endured in our world today.

For whom or what do you pray on this holiest of days?

🌟 Leading the Way in Care for Moms and Babies 🤱The NewLife Center at Via Christi St. Joseph in Wichita continues to set ...
04/02/2026

🌟 Leading the Way in Care for Moms and Babies 🤱

The NewLife Center at Via Christi St. Joseph in Wichita continues to set the standard for maternal and infant care, earning the High 5 for Mom & Baby Premier recognition in 2026! This honor from the United Methodist Health Ministry Fund highlights a strong commitment to supporting breastfeeding and improving health outcomes for families across Kansas. The NewLife Center has been recognized every year since the program began in 2015.

Through compassionate, personalized care, the team supports moms at every stage — before, during and after delivery.

The NewLife Center provides:

📚 Breastfeeding education classes before delivery
🤝 One-on-one support from certified lactation consultants during hospital stays
🏥 Ongoing, no-cost support through a dedicated Breastfeeding Clinic staffed by board-certified nurses

To earn this premier recognition, the team follows evidence-based practices that help families succeed, including:

👶 Encouraging immediate skin-to-skin bonding after birth
🍼 Supporting rooming-in so moms and babies stay together
💡 Providing individualized feeding guidance for every family
📞 Connecting families with continued breastfeeding support after discharge

These practices help improve infant nutrition, strengthen immune health and support bonding, while also benefiting maternal health.

This latest recognition adds to an impressive list of honors, including:

🌟 “Best Place to Have a Baby” (Gold), Wichita Eagle Best of Wichita 2025
🌟 Named a 2026 High Performing Hospital for Maternity Care by U.S. News & World Report — the highest distinction, earned five years in a row

“These recognitions reflect the compassionate, high-quality care our team provides to every family we serve,” said Claudio Ferraro, president of Via Christi St. Joseph.

Congratulations to the NewLife Center team for continuing to make a meaningful difference for moms and babies in 2026! 💜

👶 Looking for a pediatrician in Wichita, KS with immediate availability?Mahmoud Halawa, MD, at Ascension Medical Group V...
04/02/2026

👶 Looking for a pediatrician in Wichita, KS with immediate availability?

Mahmoud Halawa, MD, at Ascension Medical Group Via Christi on Carriage Parkway is now welcoming new patients for comprehensive pediatric care, from newborns to young adults.

Dr. Halawa provides:
✔️ Well-baby visits & annual check-ups
✔️ School & sports physicals
✔️ Childhood vaccinations
✔️ Care for minor illnesses & injuries
✔️ Ongoing support for chronic conditions

With a patient-first approach, Dr. Halawa takes time to listen, understand your child’s needs, and create a personalized care plan focused on their physical, mental, and emotional well-being.

⭐ Special interests include:
• ADHD diagnosis and management
• Childhood obesity prevention and care
• Early detection and long-term health support

Whether your child is sick, due for a check-up, or you simply want guidance on their health, compassionate pediatric care is available right here in Wichita.

📍 818 N Carriage Pkwy (Edgemoor and Central area)
📅 Appointments available now: 316-274-2278

👉 Schedule today and establish care with a compassionate, board-certified pediatrician.

This week, our Jewish sisters and brothers celebrate Passover, commemorating the deliverance of the Jewish people from s...
04/02/2026

This week, our Jewish sisters and brothers celebrate Passover, commemorating the deliverance of the Jewish people from slavery in Egypt. May Passover inspire us to trust in God's compassion and work for the liberation of all people.

🚭 Take Down To***co Day | Lung Cancer Awareness“A lung cancer diagnosis carries fear, stigma, and uncertainty. My role i...
04/01/2026

🚭 Take Down To***co Day | Lung Cancer Awareness

“A lung cancer diagnosis carries fear, stigma, and uncertainty. My role is to meet patients with compassion, not judgment, to listen, to guide, and to remind them that their life, their story, and their care matter.”
– Sam Neuberger, RN

To***co use is the leading cause of preventable lung cancer. Quitting to***co is one of the most important steps you can take to reduce your cancer risk and protect your long-term health.

On Take Down To***co Day, take a moment to learn your risk, explore screening options, and get the support you deserve.

If you or someone you love has questions about lung cancer, to***co use, quitting smoking, or cancer screening, the Via Christi Cancer Outreach and Risk Assessment nurse navigators are here to help.

📞 Call to speak with a nurse navigator and get personalized support and guidance: 316-268-5890

You are not alone. Support starts with a conversation.

🧑‍⚕️🥼🩺 National Physicians Week is celebrated annually from March 25–31. The week was created to honor the dedication, e...
04/01/2026

🧑‍⚕️🥼🩺 National Physicians Week is celebrated annually from March 25–31. The week was created to honor the dedication, expertise, and sacrifices of doctors.

To help appreciate employed and independent physicians in our community, Via Christi Physician Relationship managers delivered gifts, held events, and organized activities to recognize the crucial role physicians play in community health.

Tag your favorite physician and join in recognizing their dedication.

Wichita is leading the way in advanced vascular care 🩸🏥 Did you know? Ascension Via Christi St. Francis in Wichita offer...
03/31/2026

Wichita is leading the way in advanced vascular care 🩸

🏥 Did you know? Ascension Via Christi St. Francis in Wichita offers a minimally invasive procedure for complex aortic aneurysms. This milestone was made possible by vascular surgeons Amin Ahmed, MD, and Chad Ammar, MD, medical director of Vascular Surgery, along with their care teams.

️ℹ️ Instead of a large chest incision to treat the condition, doctors use small openings in the groin and arm to place a stent that safely moves blood around the aneurysm and to vital organs.

⚠️ This procedure can treat a thoracoabdominal aortic aneurysm (TAAA), a dangerous bulge in the aorta, the body’s largest artery in the chest and abdomen. It supplies blood to vital organs like the kidneys, liver, and intestines. If left untreated, it can rupture and become life-threatening. Symptoms may include chest, back, or abdominal pain, shortness of breath, or no symptoms at all until it becomes serious.

🌻 Patients can get treatment for advanced aortic aneurysm treatment and specialized vascular care in Wichita. Great job to all who help make these procedures possible in Kansas!

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Wichita, KS
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- 12 fully/partially owned or managed hospitals – Wichita, Pittsburg, Manhattan, Salina and Wamego - Home care services – Wichita, Manhattan, Pittsburg, Salina, Garden City, Dodge City - Ambulatory surgery and imaging centers – Wichita, Manhattan, Pittsburg - Approximately 6,300 employees - Ascension Via Christi employs more than 220 physicians and 130 advance practice professionals through Ascension Medical Group, hospitals and community sites. More than 1,100 physicians have medical privileges at Ascension Via Christi hospitals.