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News & Announcements
SCHEDULE ONLINE NOW! The 2012 Health Fair will be held on Saturday, April 21st. Interested in getting your lab drawn? Click here to register online.
Our Medical Clinic will begin seeing patients from 7:15 am through 6:30 pm on January 2nd! The extended hours will be in effect Monday through Thursday. Call 308-754-4421 to set up an appointment today!
Are you an online shopper? If so, check out the iGive.com website! By going through this website, before you go to your favorite online retailer, a percentage of your purchase price is donated to the Howard County Medical Center Foundation. There is no cost to you! It's the gift that keeps on giving!
Upcoming Events
The Metabolic Syndrome Institute is offering Zumba, Zumba Lite, Tai Chi & Chair Aerobics! Visit our MSI page under "Patient Services" for details!
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Medical Center
Calendar
Cardiology Clinic (Dr. Hibbard)
February 1
Cardiology Clinic (Dr. Kosmicki)
February 23
Cardiology Clinic (Dr. Kummer)
February 15
Eye Clinic (Dr. Janky)
February 9
General Surgery Clinic (Dr. Schneider)
February 8, 15, 22, 29
Nephrology Clinic (Dr. Hawkins)
*Starts in March*
OB/GYN Clinic (Dr. Adam)
February 1, 16
Orthopedic Clinic (Dr. Sextro)
February 3
Mammography Clinic
February 2, 6, 9, 13, 16, 20, 23, 27
Nuclear Testing
February 10, 14, 20, 28
Vascular Studies
February 1, 2, 3, 8, 10, 15, 17, 22, 23, 24, 29
Echo
February 1, 2, 6, 8, 13, 15, 20, 22, 27, 29
Bone Density, CT, Ultrasound, Holter Monitor
Available Monday-Friday
MRI Scans
Available Wednesdays and Fridays
Advance Directives
Planning for end-of-life decisions is not looked at as a pleasant experience. It is, however, an important one. Online statistics show that anywhere from 60-75% of the population do not have advance directives regarding medical care.
What exactly is an advance directive? It includes a living will, medical power of attorney, and DNR order, if applicable. A living will states what medical treatment you want, or do not want in a situation where you are not able to make your wishes known. A medical power of attorney designates an individual that will act as your health care agent and will be responsible for carrying out your living will.
A DNR order gives specific instructions not to perform CPR should a person’s heart and breathing stop. A DNR order may be included in an advance directive. A DNR order is written by a physician and is not considered valid unless signed by a physician. An advance directive or a DNR order can be canceled or changed at any time.
Having an advance directive in place not only helps the patient, but it helps family members. Many times families may not agree on what decision to make and having a clear advance directive can help families know your wishes.
“HCMC would like every patient that has an advance directive to make it a part of their medical record. Creating an advance directive is the key to protecting the patient’s rights,” states Kelli Wood, Certified Social Worker. “Everyone should consider completing an advance directive as we never know when a sudden illness or accident could affect our ability to make our wishes known.”
Advance Directive Forms Can Be Printed Here!