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The Kansas Association of Health Care Communicators is a group of health care communications professionals dedicated to improving communication with our communities, health care employees, physicians, media and more.

There were so many great entries for the 2026 Emerald Awards, but only one entry received the Best in Show recommendatio...
04/27/2026

There were so many great entries for the 2026 Emerald Awards, but only one entry received the Best in Show recommendation from all three independent judges. Congratulations to Samantha Pfannenstiel and Rooks County Health Center for their campaign “Relocate to Rooks." This campaign took a fresh approach to staff recruitment by encouraging people to see themselves living and working in a rural area. A powerful video anchored a coordinated digital strategy introducing Rooks County as a place where professional impact and quality of life go hand in hand. Congratulations!

Some communications projects just defy easy categorization. The following projects received Emerald recognition in the W...
04/27/2026

Some communications projects just defy easy categorization. The following projects received Emerald recognition in the Wildcard category. Congratulations!

Wildcard
Emerald Award
“Paw Squad Calendar,” Marketing & Communications Team, Stormont Vail Health, Topeka, Kan.

“100 Days Celebration,” Samantha Pfannenstiel, Rooks County Health Center, Plainville, Kan.

Certificate of Merit
“It’s a Beaut Clark,” Smith County Memorial Hospital & Smith County Family Practice, Smith Center, Kan.

“Shell-ebrate Health: Using AI to Humanize Healthcare,” Kristen Birket, Patterson Health Center, Anthony, Kan.

“Elevator Insights,” Jennifer Ploeger, Nemaha County Home Health and Hospice / Sabetha Community Hospital, Sabetha, Kan.

“Christmas for Canines,” Tracy Jones, Linda Booth & Judy Rhodes, Coffey Health System, Burlington, Kan.

The honorees in the video category for the Emerald Awards included moving stories that reminded everyone to put their he...
04/27/2026

The honorees in the video category for the Emerald Awards included moving stories that reminded everyone to put their health first whether it's scheduling long-delayed screenings or trying out new fitness courts.

Video
Emerald Award
“Every Second Counts,” Kristen Birket, Patterson Health Center, Anthony, Kan.

“The Fitness Court and Studio,” Shannon Rogers, Smith County Memorial Hospital & Smith County Family Practice, Smith Center, Kan.

Certificate of Merit
“Matt’s Story,” Samantha Pfannenstiel, Rooks County Health Center, Plainville, Kan.

“The Amazing Providers of SCMH,” Shannon Rogers & SCMH Providers, Smith County Memorial Hospital & Smith County Family Practice, Smith Center, Kan.

“Take Five,” Corporate Communications & Media Relations, The University of Kansas Health System, Kansas City, Kan.

Special events are a proven way to reach your communities. These Emerald Award honorees provided outstanding opportuniti...
04/27/2026

Special events are a proven way to reach your communities. These Emerald Award honorees provided outstanding opportunities for community members and providers to connect and raise awareness about the importance of taking care of your health.

Special Events
Emerald Award
“Talk With A Doc,” Samantha Pfannenstiel, Rooks County Health Center, Plainville, Kan.

“Sip, Sparkle and Self Love,” Kristen Birket, Patterson Health Center, Anthony, Kan.

“Women’s Cancer Survivor Experience,” Jessica Peak, The University of Kansas Health System, Mission, Kan.

Certificate of Merit
“Planning, Protection & Peace of Mind Educational Session,” Courtney Schmelzle, Nemaha Valley Community Hospital & Seneca Family Practice, Seneca, Kan.

“Lunch & Learn Series,” Tracy Jones, Coffey Health System, Burlington, Kan.

“2025 Health Fair,” Jennifer Ploeger, Nemaha County Home Health and Hospice / Sabetha Community Hospital, Sabetha, Kan.

“AdventHealth Championship: Grayson Murray Legacy Award,” AdventHealth Mid-America Region, Shawnee Mission, Kan.

“2025 Red Friday Celebrations,” CheyAnn Cohen, The University of Kansas Health System, Mission, Kan.

An impressive range of talent was awarded during last week's Emerald Awards. These awardees prove there is no crisis too...
04/27/2026

An impressive range of talent was awarded during last week's Emerald Awards. These awardees prove there is no crisis too big, or budget too small when it comes to making an impact.

Digital Media Projects
Emerald Award
“Don’t Wait,” Sarah Teaff & Kristen Birket, Patterson Health Center, Anthony, Kan.

“Digital Glow Up: Making Social Matter,” Sara Lyon & NMC Health Staff, NMC Health, Newton, Kan.

Media Relations/Crisis Communication
Emerald Award
“AdventHealth Kansas City Blizzard Response,” AdventHealth Marketing & Communications, AdventHealth Kansas City AdventHealth Mid-America Region, Shawnee Mission, Kan.

Small Budget, Big Results
Emerald Award
“Let’s Get Physical: Giving Immediate Care an Energy Boost,” Marketing Team, NMC Health, Newton, Kan.

Certificate of Merit
“A Rural Hospital’s 1.6 Million View Social Media Strategy,” Roger Stockman, Holton Community Hospital, Holton, Kan.

“Trusted Hometown Care: How Combining Two Campaigns Delivered a 38.5% Increase in Births for CHCS,” Onspire Health Marketing Onspire Health Marketing, Community HealthCare System of Northeast Kansas, Onaga, Kan.

“Christmas for Canines,” Tracy Jones, Linda Booth & Judy Rhodes, Coffey Health System, Burlington, Kan.

Congratulations to the following individuals recognized for outstanding work in communications during last week's Emeral...
04/27/2026

Congratulations to the following individuals recognized for outstanding work in communications during last week's Emerald Awards. By sharing patient experiences and new health initiatives, these hospitals keep their communities informed and engaged.

Communications – Other Publication
Emerald Award
“MyHealthKC Magazine,” AdventHealth Kansas City, AdventHealth Mid-America Region, Shawnee Mission, Kan.

“HealthBeat Magazine Fitness Court Edition,” Shannon Rogers & Megan Solomon, Smith County Memorial Hospital & Smith County Family Practice, Smith Center, Kan.

Certificate of Merit
“The Power of Local Care Insert,” Courtney Schmelzle, Nemaha Valley Community Hospital & Seneca Family Practice, Seneca, Kan.

Communications – Total Campaign
Emerald Award
“Relocate to Rooks,” Samantha Pfannenstiel, Rooks County Health Center, Plainville, Kan.

“Jackson County Sales Tax Campaign” Roger Stockman & CSC Committee, Holton Community Hospital, Holton, Kan.

“Better Care, Closer to Home: Launching Inpatient Dialysis,” Marketing Team, NMC Health, Newton, Kan.

Certificate of Merit
“Philanthropy & Faith Campaign,” Marketing & Communications Team, Stormont Vail Health, Topeka, Kan.

“AdventHealth Lenexa City Center Grand Opening,” AdventHealth Kansas City AdventHealth Marketing & Communications, AdventHealth Mid-America Region, Shawnee Mission, Kan.

“Caring for the Kingdom Town Halls,” AdventHealth Kansas City AdventHealth Marketing & Communications, AdventHealth Mid-America Region, Shawnee Mission, Kan.

“Career Advancement Program Launch,” WNH Marketing & Cheryl Brock, William Newton Hospital, Winfield, Kan.

Stellar communication is key to keeping your community engaged and informed of the benefit your hospital provides. Congr...
04/27/2026

Stellar communication is key to keeping your community engaged and informed of the benefit your hospital provides. Congratulations to these outstanding teams who received recognition for the communications work during last week's Emerald Awards.

Communications – Annual Report
Emerald Award
“Together We’re Going Places,” Marketing & Development Teams, NMC Health, Newton, Kan.

Certificate of Merit
“2025 Community Benefit Report,” Courtney Schmelzle, Nemaha Valley Community Hospital & Seneca Family Practice, Seneca, Kan.

Communications – Newsletter
Emerald Award
“AdventHealth KC Newsletter,” AdventHealth Kansas City AdventHealth Marketing & Communications, Shawnee Mission, Kan.

“Vital Signs — Internal Newsletter,” Roger Stockman, Holton Community Hospital, Holton, Kan.

Certificate of Merit
“WNH EXCHANGE Newsletter,” William Newton Hospital, William Newton Hospital, Winfield, Kan.

The annual Emerald Awards recognizes hospitals and health systems that excel in communications, special events, advertis...
04/27/2026

The annual Emerald Awards recognizes hospitals and health systems that excel in communications, special events, advertising, video, and other categories. We will be sharing those recognized starting with the advertising categories.

Advertising – Digital/Social
Emerald Award
“Medicare Rules of the Road,” Samantha Pfannenstiel, Rooks County Health Center, Plainville, Kan.

Advertising – Total Campaign
Certificate of Merit
“Heart Care Beyond Compare: Elevating Cardiac Care Awareness in Rural Western Kansas,” Onspire Health Marketing, Hays Medical Center, Hays, Kan.

“AdventHealth Ottawa Family Birth Place,” AdventHealth Kansas City AdventHealth Marketing & Communications, AdventHealth Mid-America Region, Shawnee Mission, Kan.

Our adventures got a little wild this week. 🦁 Vote for your favorite!
04/25/2026

Our adventures got a little wild this week. 🦁 Vote for your favorite!

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