

Ellinwood Hospital & Clinic Launches Community Initiative to Help Patients Reduce Medical Debt
ELLINWOOD, Kan. — Ellinwood Hospital & Clinic is launching a limited-time community initiative designed to help patients reduce outstanding medical debt and ease financial burdens for local families. During June 2026, qualifying patients may receive a 40% reduction on eligible outstanding account balances when payment is made in full between June 1 and June 30, 2026. Hospital leadership says the initiative reflects the organization’s continued commitment to supporting the hea


Demolition of Former Ellinwood Hospital Building Scheduled Following After Harvest Festival
ELLINWOOD, Kan. — Demolition work on the former hospital building in Ellinwood is scheduled to begin July 20, immediately following the conclusion of the After Harvest Festival weekend. Prior to demolition, asbestos abatement work is expected to begin this week as part of the site preparation process. The demolition project will be completed by Eakin Construction of Larned and is anticipated to take approximately 7–8 business days to complete. While the building itself will b


Moore named new CEO of Ellinwood Hospital and Clinic
After an extensive search, the Board of Trustees at Ellinwood Hospital and Clinic have named Troy Moore, DPT, as the new Chief Executive Officer (CEO). "We are excited to welcome Troy as our new CEO. He brings a proven track record of strong leadership and a high level of performance, combined with his passion for exceptional patient care, that our patients and families have come to trust,” said David Gonzales, Board Chair. Gonzales added the members of t


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
