Ellinwood Hospital and Clinic CEO Kile Magner Announces Departure After a Decade of Leadership
ELLINWOOD, Kan. — Ellinwood Hospital and Clinic Chief Executive Officer Kile Magner has announced he will be stepping down from his position at the end of the year after ten years of service. Magner has accepted an administrative role at another healthcare facility and will begin his new position in January 2026. Magner has served as CEO since 2015, leading the hospital through a period of tremendous growth and transformation — including the construction and opening of Elli
Ellinwood Hospital and Clinic Considers Demolition of Old Facility for Future Community Development
ELLINWOOD, Kan. — The Ellinwood Hospital and Clinic is evaluating plans to demolish its old hospital building, with the intention of converting the property into lots for potential residential or commercial use. Hospital leadership said the decision comes after careful consideration of the extensive improvements required to bring the existing building up to current codes. “After reviewing the scope of updates and repairs needed, we believe the most meaningful way to serve the
Dr. Brown & EHC Gearing Up for Influenza Season
As flu season approaches, Ellinwood Hospital & Clinic is committed to keeping our community informed and healthy. Dr. Christopher Brown, M.D., recently shared important advice in a video about how families can protect themselves during influenza season. Dr. Brown emphasized three key steps to reducing your risk: Wash your hands regularly to prevent the spread of germs. Avoid close contact with individuals who are sick. Get your flu shot — the most effective way to protect
Barton Nursing alum provides care as Family Nurse Practitioner in Ellinwood
October 20, 2025 Story and photo by Joe Vinduska After completing Barton’s Nursing Program and later earning her master’s, Shelbi Frees is now giving back to her community as a nurse practitioner in her hometown at Ellinwood Hospital and Clinic. “I grew up watching my mother care for people as a nurse, and I knew that’s what I wanted to do,” she said. “The most satisfying part of being a nurse is helping people. Nurses have the privilege of being able to spend a lot of time
Ellinwood Hospital & Clinic Partners with Schools for Health Talks
ELLINWOOD, Kan. — Ellinwood Hospital & Clinic providers Dr. Christopher Brown, M.D., and Shelbi Frees, APRN, partnered with Ellinwood Public Schools to provide Health Talks to students on the important topic of puberty. Students in grades 7–12 at Ellinwood Middle and High School participated in the presentations last Monday, and students at the the Ellinwood Grade School (grades 4 - 6) participated on Friday. The sessions aimed to educate students on the physical and emotion