flu shots - click here for information
click here to view our new babies! Johnson County Health Fair - will be March 14.
Blood draws Feb 9 - 13, 2009
Welcome to the Web Site of Johnson County Healthcare Center.
JCHC is a truly unique healthcare center in that we combine the most modern elements of healthcare today with an old fashioned value system. We are a whole health system under one roof. In the building, we have a fully staffed and operational hospital. We care for most illnesses and health problems that the people of Johnson County encounter. With fully trained nurses and personnel, people feel confident in the care that they receive at JCHC.
Paired with a fully operational hospital, is a large and busy outpatient medical clinic. The Johnson County Family Medical Center is open 6 days a week, with 7 Family Doctors on staff, an Oncologist/Hematologist, a General Surgeon, 2 Physician Assistants and a variety of visiting specialists, depending on the day.
Also, Amie Holt Care Center (AHCC) is a 50 bed nursing home that is part of the JCHC complex. AHCC houses 50 residents and offers a home-like atmosphere for any one needing more care than can be provided at home. Because AHCC is physically connected with the hospital and medical clinic, doctors are in the building almost 24 hours a day. This close relationship between the nursing home staff and the medical staff improves the care of our residents.
Of, course, we also have a variety of departments that keep our hospital functioning. We have in-patient and out-patient departments right in the building. The Lab, X-ray and Pharmacy are right down the hallway from all of the patient care areas. It is very convenient.
A full service Emergency Room is a major part of the facility. We are here 24 hours a day for any emergency that Johnson county residents may encounter.
Staying Healthy During the Holidays
Parades, early bird shopping, meetings and parties. The holidays bring togetherness, happy times, and memories. But the holiday season can also bring illness! The holidays can be especially hard on your health, not only because of the stress level, but also because "togetherness" can mean sharing of germs.
Here are a few tips for staying healthy during the holidays (and any other time of the year!):
Get your flu shot in the early fall
After Oct. 15, flu shots will be available at JCHC. Check at the FMC (2228) for dates and times
Wash Your Hands Often
The best way to prevent the spread of germs is to keep your hands free of bacteria and viruses. Be sure to wash your hands before and after preparing food and using the restroom. Don’t just wash with water – it is important to use soap, and make a lather on your hands, move hands back and forth for a minute or two, and then rinse. This will keep germs at bay.
Avoid the Superbug
It is important to know that if you are prescribed antibiotics, you should take them as directed.
Only take antibiotics when they are medically necessary for your condition. Overuse or misuse of antibiotics is part of what helps to create the “superbug” infections that are so hard to get rid of. And remember that some illnesses don’t respond to antibiotics. So, don’t take them unless you were told to by your doctor. Throw away old antibiotic prescriptions that you may have at home. Sometimes antibiotics don’t work correctly if they are old. Never discontinue their administration because you are feeling better. Taking only part of a prescribed antibiotic dose sometimes will not kill your “bug” and can make it stronger and more resistant to antibiotics.
If You're Sick, Stay Home!
If you are sick, do not go out in public and spread your illness to others! Don't let your children go to school or day-care if they are sick. Spreading illness to others is rude, and actually can be life threatening to some.
JCHC is always here for you if you do get sick during the holidays—but hopefully, if you follow these guidelines, you won’t have to see us!
Technology in surgery
Born and raised in Buffalo, Blaine Ruby left the area to complete 13 years of medical training.
Dr. Ruby returned to his hometown to take care of the people of Johnson County in 2007. And take care of them he does!
With new procedures, and more equipment, he brings great expertise and fresh ideas to our surgical department.
“We are doing a lot of laparoscopic procedures” states Mary Whaley, Director of Nursing at JCHC.
“It is better because you end up recovering in less time, and more quickly.”
“ I thought he was treating me really well because he knew me.
But, I hear that he calls every patient at home the night of the surgery.
He even came out to my house and did a house call! And I have talked to many others with
whom he has also visited at home. What kind of doctor does house calls these days?....
A great doctor, I guess, ” says Marcy Schueler after having a surgical biopsy .