Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Emergency
services
Your Trusted Partner for Comprehensive Medical Care in Hill City
Graham County Hospital has been serving Hill City and surrounding communities since 1953 with compassionate, high-quality healthcare. As a Critical Access Hospital, we prioritize patient-centered care close to home, offering emergency services, chronic disease management, diagnostic imaging, and specialized therapies. Our team of experienced providers includes board-certified physicians, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners with decades of combined expertise in rural healthcare.We maintain advanced accreditations and certifications to ensure safety and excellence in every service we deliver, from preventive care to complex surgical procedures. Our commitment to innovation is demonstrated through modern facilities, telehealth capabilities, and community wellness programs that address evolving healthcare needs.
Services
Emergency Services
Chronic Care Management
Physical Therapy
Diagnostic Imaging
Laboratory Services
Rural Health Clinic
Walk-In Clinic
Cardiology
General Surgery
Anesthesia Services
Details
- Year established: 1953
Highlights and features
- 24/7 emergency services staffed by board-certified providers
- Specialized chronic care management programs with personalized support
- Experienced surgical team offering advanced laparoscopic procedures
- Comprehensive diagnostic imaging and laboratory services on-site
- Board-certified cardiologist providing specialized heart care monthly
Associations and certifications
- Critical Access Hospital
Services
Emergency Services
Our 24/7 emergency department provides critical care for life-threatening conditions with board-certified providers and advanced equipment. Patients receive rapid triage, diagnostic imaging, and stabilization before hospital admission or discharge. The team maintains certifications in advanced cardiac and trauma life support for comprehensive emergency treatment.
Chronic Care Management
Personalized programs help patients manage multiple chronic conditions through monthly care coordination, medication management, and specialist referrals. Certified providers create individualized plans for diabetes, hypertension, heart disease, and other long-term conditions with regular telehealth follow-ups and patient education resources.
Diagnostic Imaging
State-of-the-art radiology services include X-rays, CT scans, and ultrasound with digital reporting for rapid diagnosis. Board-certified technicians perform mammography screenings and specialized imaging for inpatient and outpatient needs, supporting timely treatment decisions across all medical departments.
Physical Therapy
Custom rehabilitation programs address mobility issues from injuries, surgeries, or chronic conditions through therapeutic exercises and manual therapy. Licensed therapists develop home exercise plans and provide gait training while coordinating care with primary providers for optimal recovery outcomes.
General Surgery
Board-certified surgeons perform colorectal procedures, endoscopies, and emergency operations using advanced laparoscopic techniques. The surgical team coordinates pre-operative evaluations and post-operative care with primary providers, offering monthly clinic consultations for procedure scheduling and follow-up.
People
Dennis Sewell
Physician Assistant
Emergency room provider with NCCPA certification and extensive trauma care experience. Trained at Des Moines University to deliver urgent medical treatment for acute conditions and injuries.
Joshua Ellis
Physician Assistant
Board-certified emergency medicine specialist trained at Wichita State University. Provides critical care services with focus on rapid assessment and treatment of acute medical emergencies.
Perry Desbien
Nurse Practitioner
Emergency care provider with dual nursing and paramedic expertise. Holds MSN-FNP certification after completing Wichita State University's advanced practice program, combining 15+ years of clinical and pre-hospital care experience.
Gage Reichert
Physician Assistant
Family medicine specialist with rural healthcare focus since 2021. Former ICU nurse brings critical care expertise to primary care services, emphasizing patient education and preventive health strategies for Graham County residents.
Kat Davis
Physician Assistant
Certified in advanced cardiac and trauma life support with focus on preventive care. Provides comprehensive family medicine services including women's health and youth sports physicals since joining GCH in 2019.
Questions
What emergency services are available?
Our 24/7 emergency department treats life-threatening conditions with board-certified providers, diagnostic imaging, and stabilization services for immediate care needs.
Do you offer chronic disease management?
Yes, our Medicare-supported program provides monthly care coordination for patients with multiple chronic conditions like diabetes and heart disease.
What specialty providers visit the clinic?
Board-certified cardiologist Dr. Patricia Crawley sees patients monthly, while colorectal surgeon Dr. Zurab Tsereteli visits monthly for surgical consultations.
Are walk-in appointments available?
Our weekday walk-in clinic treats minor illnesses and injuries from 8am-4pm without appointments for non-emergency care needs.
What payment options do you accept?
We accept cash, checks, credit cards, and major insurance plans including Medicare, Medicaid, and Blue Cross Blue Shield coverage.
How can I access diagnostic imaging services?
Schedule diagnostic imaging through your provider referral or contact our radiology department directly during regular business hours for appointment coordination.
