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“And the rocket’s red glare, the bombs bursting in air, gave proof through the night that our flag was still there.” – The Star Spangled Banner Every Fourth of July, people throughout the United States set off fireworks to celebrate our independence from Britain. The fireworks symbolize bombs bursting in air to remind us of…
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Stormont Vail Health welcomed the first baby in Geary County of 2025 on Jan. 5, 2025 at 6:41 p.m. Baby boy Marquez Garcia weighs 7 lbs. and 2 oz. and measures 19 inches long. Marquez was born to Holden Hopkins and Angelica Marquez Garcia. Stormont Vail’s Birthplace offers compassionate, high-quality care for expectant mothers. The…
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Stormont Vail Health welcomed the first baby born in Shawnee County in 2025. Baby boy August Martell was born at 3:07 a.m. on Jan. 1, 2025. August weighs 8 lbs. and 7 oz. and measures 21 1/4 inches long. He was born to Kerstin and Ethan Martell. Stormont Vail’s Birthplace offers compassionate, high-quality care for…
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Stormont Vail Health welcomed the first baby in Geary County of 2026 on Jan. 2, 2026, at 9:44 a.m. Baby boy Maverick Epp weighs 6 lbs. and 13 oz. and measures 20 inches long. He was born to Ashley and Anthony Epp. Stormont Vail’s Birthplace offers compassionate, high-quality care for expectant mothers. The nurses and…
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Stormont Vail Health welcomed the first baby born in Shawnee County in 2026. Baby girl Emersyn Steffen was born at 1:37 a.m. on Jan. 1, 2026. Emersyn weighs 6 lbs. and 14.5 oz. and measures 19 inches long. She was born to Sydney and Alex Steffen. Stormont Vail’s Birthplace offers compassionate, high-quality care for expectant…
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When you are sick, hurt, and need immediate care, having an Emergency Department close to home makes a difference. As one of a hospital’s most active and critical departments, quality emergency care is a priority – one that Stormont Vail Health emphasized improvement and enhancement on when becoming the Flint Hills Campus Emergency Department. While…
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Flu Information Home » Flu How to Get Your Flu Shot Stormont Vail Health will be hosting a variety of flu shot clinics again this year for established Stormont Vail Health/Cotton O’Neil patients. If you have questions about your patient status, please contact (785) 354-1150. If you receive your flu shot at work or anywhere…
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Food and Coffee Sunflower Cafe The Sunflower Cafe is located in the basement of Stormont Vail Hospital and is open daily. The cafeteria features a grill, salad bar, soup and deli station, as well as a variety of hot and cold foods. All items are available for take-out or sit-down dining. Monday through Friday 6:30…
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The Cotton O’Neil Foot and Ankle Clinic is excited to welcome Siobhan Gray, APRN, back to our team! Siobhan’s addition also means we now accept KanCare for specific appointments and treatments. With Siobhan joining Dr. Mathew Galliano, we’re eager to use our expanded capacity to help patients across the region put their best foot forward.…
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When you hear the word ‘forensics’, what comes to mind? Maybe one of the legendary TV crime shows, like NCIS, fingerprint stations, or a scientist in a white lab coat? At Stormont Vail Health, we think about being a trend-setter in health care and a safe haven for our patients. Less than 10% of hospitals…
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Home » Specialty Care » Orthopedics & Sports Medicine » Fracture Care Personalized joint preservation and replacement options to reduce pain, restore motion, and help you move your BEST at every age. Call (785) 270-8880 to schedule your consultation visit. Explore Options Advanced Options for Long-Term Relief Not everyone with joint pain needs a replacement-and…
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“Each patient is on a journey of recovery; no two paths will look the same,” said Stormont Vail Health Physical Therapist, Amy Newbery. While each journey may be different, there is usually an important similarity… a caregiver who goes out of their way to make sure their loved one has what they need. For Sandra…
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Dear Patient, If you are a registered voter in Shawnee County, and want to vote in the General Election on Tuesday November 8th, we want to make sure you have the ability to do so while under our care. Due to voting regulations, there are a few steps we must follow to ensure your vote…
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If you’ve ever had an appendectomy, you’ve probably been treated by a general surgeon. These specialists perform an array of surgeries, from removing tumors to repairing a severely broken bone.
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“What good is livin’ the life you’ve been given if all you do is stand in one place,”– Lord Huron, “Ends of the Earth” Life is movement. From leaves rustling in the wind to water rushing down a stream, we see movement everywhere. And as humans, we need to move. It’s an instinct we have…
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