This past weekend, Dr. Howard Chang, medical director of Via Christi St. Francis' Emergency Department, and 23 medical scribes from the ED help with the Ark River Clean-Up in Wichita. Thank you all for your #EarthMonth contribution!

Today our Jewish sisters and brothers observe the last day of Passover, the commemoration of God's deliverance of the Jewish people from slavery in Egypt.

Respiratory Care associates Chanelle Jordan, RRT, & Sara Beardmore, Auditor, visited with about 400 third-graders at Andover USD 385' Careers on Wheels event Friday, using pig lungs to simulate effects of long-term smoking versus healthy lungs, & share about healthcare jobs. 💙

Today is Ms. Nancy's last day before her retirement begins, help us send her off with warm wishes! Nancy Kennalley has served children at Via Christi St. Francis' Child Development Center for nearly 25 years. Thank you, Ms. Nancy, for your service and congratulations! 💙💚💜

In celebration of National Volunteer Week, we recognize our volunteers who dedicate their time to support our patients, associates and communities. #NationalVolunteerWeek 💙

Interested in becoming a volunteer at one of our hospitals? Learn more and apply: ascn.io/6014beh3q

Via Christi recently was recognized by Stryker with its Gold Environmental Excellence award by choosing to reprocess single-use medical equipment. Last year, 11,956 pounds of waste was diverted from landfills because of this. 🌎🌳♻

Hope, our Mobile Mammography Vehicle, is hitting the road, making it easier for women to get screened. Say goodbye to appointment hassles and travel worries! Breast Cancer Nurse Navigator Samantha Reno shares how Hope is bringing mammograms closer to you: ascn.io/6014b3WGI

The Ascension Via Christi Cancer Outreach and Risk Assessment care team provides cancer risk assessment, genetic testing and counseling, cancer screening, and navigation services for those who want to be proactive about their future health: ascension.org/coraKS

Enroll now! We're here to help you prepare for the delivery of your child & support you & your family in caring for your baby at home. 🚼 We offer a comprehensive selection of childbirth education classes, all are free & most are both in person & online: viachristibaby.com

Both women and men have chest pain or discomfort most often before a heart attack. But women may be more likely to experience other symptoms, like shortness of breath, nausea or vomiting, or back or jaw pain. Know the signs to help women get the ER care they need. #HeartHealth

Via Christi Structural Heart Team Performs First Cases in Global TAVI Trial for Patients Without Open-Heart Surgery:
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THANK YOU to Renae Mercado's Northview Elementary School fourth-grade class in Manhattan for a wonderful visit yesterday during their Classroom to Career field trip — part of Via Christi Hospital in Manhattan's year-long sponsorship of the class❗👏

ICYMI: April is #CancerControlMonth . Dr. Kelly Winter, colon and rectal surgeon at Via Christi, shares ways you can lower your risk factors and how you can get a free colorectal screening kit by calling 316-268-5890. ascn.io/6015wEWnH

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?

This #NationalDoctorsDay , we thank the medical professionals who go above and beyond to serve patients. Thank you for your sacrifices and commitment to providing safe, quality and compassionate treatment.
Thank a doctor or physician in the comments!

Get the care that’s needed. Kelly Winter, MD, a general surgeon with Ascension Medical Group Via Christi on Founders' Circle - Surgery - Colorectal, has a special interest in anorectal disease, inflammatory bowel disease and more. Schedule an appointment today: 316-816-9525

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?

Heart care is more important than ever. Rafael Cabrera Salinas, MD, and Ignacio De Cicco, MD, bilingual cardiologists at Ascension Medical Group Via Christi on Murdock in Wichita, have appointments available now. Schedule today: 316-844-7308 or learn more: ascn.io/6016k8NMn

Leading care for your kid, right in our hospital. Children's Mercy Wichita pediatric intensivists Dr. Muthukumar Vellaichamy and Dr. Kristina Acevedo are providing care at Via Christi St. Francis' Pediatric Intensive Care Unit. Thanks for all you do! #NationalPhysiciansWeek

Personal care shouldn't be an afterthought. Mitchell Flurry, MD, a plastic surgeon at Ascension Medical Group Via Christi on Founders' Circle in Wichita, specializes in cosmetic and reconstructive plastic surgery. Appointments available today. Book now:316-364-7335