CHI Health Immanuel

10/13/2026

Celebrating our Mammographers during Breast Cancer Awareness Month this October 🩷

🏥Meet the Mammographer: The First Line of Defense

When you walk into a breast imaging center, the person you meet is a mammographer. While they are highly skilled in the technology of X-rays, their most important job is providing the care, precision, and support that make early detection possible.

➡️Masters of Detail: A mammographer’s goal is to capture the highest-quality images possible. Because breast tissue is complex, they use specialized training to position patients with precision. Their work provides a crystal-clear view that allows radiologists to spot changes—often years before a lump could be felt by hand.

➡️Prioritizing Comfort: A great mammographer is a professional at putting patients at ease. They explain every step, listen to concerns, and guide you through the process gently. They know that a positive, calm experience encourages patients to return for their essential yearly screenings.

➡️Champions of Early Detection: Behind every "all clear" or early diagnosis is a mammographer who performed their work with excellence. They are key players in catching breast cancer early—when it is most treatable and survival rates are at their highest.

✅The Bottom Line: A mammographer isn’t just taking a picture; they are performing a life-saving check-up. Their work turns a routine visit into a powerful tool for survival, offering peace of mind to patients and their families.

This month, we honor the mammographers who combine technical expertise with true kindness to make early detection possible for everyone.👏

10/12/2026

When the world runs away from a crisis, emergency nurses run toward it. 🏃‍♂️💨

This week, we celebrate the incredible professionals who stay calm in the chaos, provide comfort in the scariest moments, and save lives every single shift. From the critical patients to the smallest comfort you provide a frightened patient, your impact is immeasurable.

To our ER team: Thank you for your resilience, your expertise, and your heart. You are the heartbeat of the hospital. Happy Emergency Nurses and Healthcare Professionals Week🩺💙

10/10/2026

Healing happens in many ways at CHI Health Immanuel 🌸

For Mental Health Awareness Month, we want to remind our community that support comes in many forms. We offer a full spectrum of clinical programs—including inpatient and outpatient care—complemented by healing gardens, peer support groups, and the comforting presence of our pet therapy dogs.

We’re so proud of our team members who work tirelessly to provide compassionate care. Take a look at some of the friendly faces (and paws!) you might encounter in our residential and partial programs.

No matter where you are on your path to wellness, support is available. 🍃

☎️The Information and Referral Line (402) 717-HOPE (4673) and the Psychiatric Assessment Center are always available for individuals seeking psychiatric services or information.

Our clinical staff will help the caller identify and access the appropriate psychiatric services.

10/07/2026

This October 4th-10th, We are Celebrating Nuclear Medicine and Molecular Imaging Week!

Meet the Nuclear Medicine Technologist: The "Inner Detectives" of Healthcare🔍

When a patient needs a scan to see how their body is functioning—rather than just how it looks—a Nuclear Medicine Technologist (NMT) is the expert behind the scenes. If you think of a regular X-ray as taking a "photograph" of your bones, think of a Nuclear Medicine scan as a "video" of your body’s chemistry in action.

➡️"Smart" Tracers NMTs work with special, safe substances called radiopharmaceuticals. Think of these as tiny, glowing "GPS trackers" for the body. The technologist prepares these trackers and helps them safely enter the patient’s system.

➡️See What Others Can’t Once the tracker is in the body, it travels to specific areas and emits a tiny signal. The NMT uses highly advanced cameras to pick up these signals. Because of this, the technologist can "see" things that are invisible to the naked eye, such as how an organ is processing energy or how a disease is spreading, often catching issues at their very earliest stage.

➡️Specialists in Safety NMTs are experts in radiation safety. They handle everything with extreme precision, ensuring that the patient receives the smallest amount of radiation necessary to get a crystal-clear, life-saving picture.

✅The Bottom Line: Nuclear Medicine Technologists are the bridge between advanced science and human care. Their work helps doctors move away from "guesswork" and toward precision medicine, allowing for faster, more accurate diagnoses that lead to better treatments for everyone.

This week, we celebrate the Nuclear Medicine Technologists, Dave and Juan from CHI Health Immanuel who use their unique skills to look inside the body and change the course of a patient’s health journey!👏

10/06/2026

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and it’s the perfect time to prioritize you. 🎀

At CHI Health, we are dedicated to providing comprehensive breast care throughout every stage of life—from prevention and early detection to advanced treatment and survivorship.

Knowledge is power. This month, we invite you to take our BreastAware Health Questionnaire. It only takes a few minutes, and it provides you with personalized insights to bring to your doctor to discuss your specific risk factors.

Check your risk and explore our services here: https://ow.ly/bx6J50ZUIH7

At CHI Health, we offer: ✨ Comprehensive Breast Health Centers (Lakeside & St. Elizabeth) ✨ Genetic Education & Testing ✨ Dedicated Nurse Navigators ✨ Clinical Trials & Support Groups ✨ Renewed Hope Boutique

10/05/2026

We are excited to partner with Douglas County Health Department to share that preparedness isn’t just about being ready for yourself and your family. It’s also about being ready to help others.

PulsePoint is a free app that alerts CPR-trained community members when someone nearby is experiencing sudden cardiac arrest, connecting people who can help while first responders are on the way💓

Take another step toward a more prepared community🏥

✅Learn CPR
✅Download PulsePoint
✅Be ready to help when it matters

10/01/2026

You don’t have to wait for an appointment to get the support you need. If you or a loved one are navigating a mental health crisis.
Help is available when you need it most💙

09/29/2026

Did you know annual wellness visits are important even when you’re feeling healthy?

Gretchen, a registered nurse, shares how these visits can help you and your provider better understand your overall health, discuss recommended screenings, and address concerns that could affect your well-being.

09/28/2026

Do you know what your blood pressure numbers mean?

Stephanie, a nurse practitioner in cardiology, explains what a healthy reading looks like and why knowing your numbers is an important part of caring for your heart.

09/26/2026

Living with migraines or chronic headaches is more than just pain— it’s an interruption of your daily life. You don’t have to navigate this journey alone.

Our support group offers a judgment-free space to connect with others who truly understand, share experiences, and learn practical strategies for managing your health. Led by Dilasha Neupane, MD, a neurologist with fellowship training in headache medicine, these sessions combine expert-led education with open peer support.

📍CHI Health Immanuel Conference Center (Holling Room)
🕢 Join us at 5:30 p.m. for a pre-meeting social with snacks and refreshments. The support group begins at 6 p.m.
📅 October 28, 2026
📲 Register here: https://ow.ly/vwg450ZPae9

09/25/2026

Right dose, right way—health every day.

Look at those smiles!! 😄

On September 25, we celebrate World Pharmacists Day to recognize the trusted, accessible care pharmacy teams provide every day. Thank you for answering questions, offering reassurance, and helping people navigate their healthcare journeys.

Help us celebrate these healthcare heroes by dropping a comment below! Happy World Pharmacists Day!

09/25/2026

This week, we’re honoring our wonderful Surgical Techs for National Surgical Technologist Week! They are the ones who anticipate needs before they arise, keep the sterile field pristine, and provide the technical support that allows surgeons and nurses to focus on what matters most: the patient. 🫶

Thank you for your sharp skills and steady hands. We appreciate everything you do!

09/24/2026

09/23/2026

Precision matters when it comes to gynecologic cancer care! HDR Brachytherapy is a game-changer, delivering targeted radiation exactly where it’s needed while protecting healthy tissue.

Nicole WC Nolan, MD, explores how this advanced therapy works: https://ow.ly/Ctae50ZOsGA

09/23/2026

Leading our next chapter: We’re thrilled to introduce Jacob M. McCarty, MPH, MHA, as our new President of CHI Health Creighton University Medical Center - Bergan Mercy!

Jake joins us with nearly 20 years of healthcare leadership experience, most recently serving as COO of Kaiser Permanente’s San Leandro Medical Center. Recognized by Becker’s Hospital Review as a 2025 "Rising Star," Jake is committed to making healthcare more accessible and seamless for patients.

"I’m incredibly excited to join CHI Health and become part of the CUMC-Bergan Mercy team," said McCarty. "I look forward to getting to know our physicians, nurses, caregivers and staff, and strengthening our academic partnership with Creighton University."

Join us in giving Jake and his family a warm Omaha welcome! 🌟Read more: https://ow.ly/LkVt50ZQzpR

09/23/2026

You don’t have to wait for an appointment to get the support you need. If you or a loved one are navigating a mental health crisis, you can walk into Lasting Hope Recovery Center or Richard Young Behavioral Health for an immediate psychiatric evaluation.

Help is available when you need it most. Explore your options in our LINK IN BIO.

09/21/2026

In need of medical care? There's an "APP" for that! 📲

Happy APP Week to all our CHI Health Advanced Practice Providers! APPs play an essential role in delivering safe, high-quality, evidence-based care. They:

✅ Assess, diagnose, treat, and manage patient care
✅ Prescribe medications and perform clinical procedures
✅ Contribute to clinical research and innovation

Their expertise ensures patients and communities receive compassionate, team-based care every day. To recognize their dedicated work, we're passing the phone to YOU to wish our APPs a fantastic week in our comments. ⬇️

09/21/2026

It’s not ‘just a headache.’ If you’ve spent days in a dark, quiet room feeling like the world is moving on without you, we want you to know: you don’t have to do this alone.

Dr. Dilasha Neupane, Neurologist, sat down with KETV NewsWatch 7 to discuss our new Headache & Migraine Support Group: https://ow.ly/KAPg50ZPGZG

Learn more: https://ow.ly/m4qQ50ZPGw7

09/21/2026

Sometimes your body is trying to tell you something, but the message can be easy to miss.

Fatty Liver Disease is often called a 'silent' condition because symptoms like persistent fatigue or vague abdominal discomfort are easy to brush off as 'just being tired' or 'part of getting older.'

Sandeep Mukherjee, MD, discusses why catching these silent signals early can make a big impact on your long-term health: https://ow.ly/szcV50ZKKIc

09/20/2026

Recovering from an injury or surgery? Physical therapy can help you safely rebuild strength and movement. 💪

Nina, a physical therapist, shares how rehabilitation can support recovery and help you get back to the activities that matter to you!