Newman Regional Health Receives $100,000 Grant to Strengthen OB/GYN Care
(EMPORIA, KS) Newman Regional Health is proud to share the positive impact of a $100,000 grant from the Lewis H. Humphreys Charitable Trust, Bank of America, N.A., Trustee, which has provided resources to enhance the hospital’s OB/GYN services. This community-focused investment has supported a clinic renovation and advanced technology that elevates maternal and fetal healthcare for families across Lyon County and surrounding rural counties.
As the only full-service hospital in the region offering comprehensive obstetric care and a Level II Nursery, Newman Regional Health plays a vital role in ensuring safe pregnancies and healthy births. The Lewis H. Humphreys Charitable Trust, Bank of America, N.A., Trustee grant has strengthened this mission by supporting:
- Clinic Renovation: Updated spaces that create a more welcoming environment for patients and families.
- Ultrasound Technology: Advanced diagnostic imaging machines that expand early detection of pregnancy complications and improve quality of care.
- Central Fetal Monitoring System: Enhanced real-time monitoring that supports safer deliveries and stronger outcomes.
- “This investment reflects our century-long commitment to maternal health in rural Kansas,” said Cathy Pimple, Chief Executive Officer of Newman Regional Health. “We are profoundly grateful to the Lewis H. Humphreys Charitable Trust, Bank of America, N.A., Trustee for their generosity and to our community for entrusting us with their care. Every dollar entrusted to Newman Regional Health is reinvested directly back into the health and quality of life of the people we serve.”
The hospital’s OB/GYN services, led by Dr. Deshala Castille and Dr. Christina Faulkner, together with skilled clinical teams and dedicated support staff, ensure that patients and families receive the highest quality care and experience throughout their journey. Their commitment to excellence is central to the compassionate, comprehensive approach patients rely on.
“With the support of this grant, our OB/GYN clinic has been strengthened with updated technology that allows us to detect complications earlier and respond more effectively,” said Dr. Christina Faulkner, OB/GYN at Newman Regional Health. “What matters most is the dedication of our care team — working together to ensure that every mother and baby receive the safest, highest-quality care possible.”
The OB/GYN Clinic now serves more than 13,000 individuals each year. These enhancements improve early detection of complications, strengthen care coordination, and create a more supportive environment for expectant mothers. They also help reduce disparities in maternal and infant health outcomes, especially in underserved communities facing economic and geographic barriers.
At Newman Regional Health, every advancement is made with the community at heart. With the trust of local families and the generosity of partners like the Lewis H. Humphreys Charitable Trust, Bank of America, N.A., Trustee, the hospital continues to build a healthier, stronger future for generations to come.
About Newman Regional Health: Newman Regional Health is a fully functional, acute care hospital owned by the citizens of Lyon County, Kansas. Recognized as a Level IV Trauma Center, Newman Regional Health provides a full range of emergency, surgical, orthopedic, cardiac, PCI accredited Cath Lab, obstetrics, gynecology, laboratory, and primary care. There is a well-respected inpatient acute and medical rehabilitation services department with a simulated life-style training apartment. With a mission to improve health in the community by providing high quality care and a vision to be a valued, trusted partner and regional provider of exemplary services, Newman Regional Health is considered a top community hospital in Kansas.
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