Minden Medical Clinc
KCHS offers a choice of providers that will best fit your family needs. The Minden Medical Clinic provides healthcare services for the entire family as well as preventative and educational services.
Senior Life Solutions
Senior Life Solutions program is an outpatient group counseling program designed to meet the needs of adults over the age of 65 struggling with symptoms often related to aging.
Outpatient Services
Visiting providers in our facility perform Specialty Outpatient Clinics and Services. You can reduce the travel outside our community and still receive quality, specialty medical care.
COLONOSCOPY SERVICES AT KCHS
Colorectal cancer is one of the most common cancers in the United States, but with early detection, it is also one of the most preventable. At Kearney County Health Services, we are committed to providing high-quality screenings to help detect and remove precancerous polyps before they develop into cancer.
In our latest video, Dr. Cade Craig, a dedicated physician at KCHS, explains the importance of colonoscopy screenings and why early detection can save lives.
Whether you’re turning 45 and scheduling your first screening or have a family history that requires earlier testing, Dr. Craig breaks down why it remains the gold standard for colorectal cancer prevention. Watch the video to learn more about how you can take control of your health, and contact KCHS today at 308-832-3400 to schedule your screening.
CARDIAC REHAB AT KCHS
The goal of Cardiac Rehab at KCHS is to help you regain strength and confidence so you can get back to your normal daily life. Whether you’re recovering from a heart attack, surgery, or other heart condition, our program provides the support you need to improve your heart health and reduce future risks.
Watch our video featuring Monica Johnson, BSN, RN, Director of Cardiac Rehab, as she explains the benefits of cardiac rehab and what you can expect at KCHS. From personalized exercise plans to education and support, we’re here for you every step of the way!
We are implementing a survey process to help us serve you better!
- After your visit in the Clinic or after utilizing a Hospital service, you may receive a text or email with an online rating or a short survey request.
- We encourage and welcome your participation and input.
- Your response will be confidential, but you may have an option to provide your contact information.
- Your personal information will not be shared.
- This is a trusted and secure source for providing input.
- Contact us with any questions!
Patient and Family Advisory Council (PFAC)
The Importance of Rural Healthcare
Hospitals, clinics, and other healthcare entities are vital to rural communities. They provide residents of those communities with much needed healthcare options without the need to travel long distances. Staffing for healthcare can come from many avenues – one being homegrown talent. Check out the video featuring Minden natives, Dr. John (Andy) Craig and Dr. Cade Craig, discussing their start in the KHOP program and where they are now!
Strong rural health IS a strong rural Nebraska. This is the exciting story of how Nebraska is harnessing the power of homegrown talent to fill health care shortages in communities across the state. Meet the Craig brothers in rural Minden, Nebraska.
Video developed by Nebraska Rural Health Association:
Our Mission
To provide exceptional, family-centered care while strengthening the health and well-being of our community.
Our Vision
We strive for quality healthcare in a safe environment, with progressive health and wellness options, in order to be the trusted partner in health and wellness and the employer of choice.
Upcoming Events
Health Care Insights
Kearney County Health Services earns prestigious 5-Star Rating from the National Rural Rating System and named to National Rural Honor Roll
Kearney County Health Services, a committed healthcare provider in Minden, NE is proud to announce that it has been awarded a prestigious 5 star rating by the National Rural Rating System (NRRS), a program recognizing dedication and excellence in rural healthcare, as...
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Seasonal Produce Guide
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Contact
Address: 727 East 1st Street
Minden, NE 68959
Phone: 308-832-3400
Email: info@kchs.org
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rater8 Verified Patient
Mar-2025
Staff very friendly and knowledgeable in their job responsibilities. Dr Craig was an excellent listener and very caring. I felt very comfortable and safe under his care.
Patient Submitted Review
Mar-2025
Always a great experience from scheduling to after care! The best Nurses and Doctors in the area. They honestly care to make you feel better!Patient Submitted Review
Mar-2025
I became a patient at KCHS on March 3rd. Everyone was friendly and caring. I will be happy at this medical office.Patient Submitted Review
Mar-2025
Dr Shelby and Lora are the best. Both are so personable and listen closely to everything I need. The front desk gal yesterday morning was incredibly helpful. Thank you for your excellent patient care.Patient Submitted Review
Feb-2025
It was a great experience! Nurse Carmie was very friendly and extremely courteous. She made me feel very comfortable and at ease. Dr. Craig is always great and explains everything well. The two of them make it known that they really care about their patientsrater8 Verified Patient
Feb-2025
Dr Craig and his nurse Carmie are the best!!!! They always make it very comfortable when coming to the clinic, they treat you like you are part of their family and make you feel at home. It shows that they truly care about their patients.Patient Submitted Review
Feb-2025
It’s good to know we have a great local hospital here in Minden. Staff is wonderful and I received great care on a recent visit.Patient Submitted Review
Feb-2025
Grateful for the staff at KCHS! So glad they have specialty providers like Dr. Blecha, saves a trip to Kearney!Patient Submitted Review
Jan-2025
I saw Dr. Leisemeyer and Kaitlyn Carlson this week and they were both fantastic and so caring. The lab and radiology were kind and gentle. (Sarah C. and Allyson S.) Special shout out to Tonya at the desk and nurse Lora for deciphering my needs through my crying. You guys are all the best.Patient Submitted Review
Jan-2025
I am always impressed with the way I am treated at Kearney County Health Services! Everyone is there to help me with each situation I have.Patient Submitted Review
Jan-2025
I was cared for with sincerity and concern. There was no rushing! It was a pleasant experience! Vicki LewisPatient Submitted Review
Jan-2025
I was treated yesterday by dr Althouse and today I am feeling so much better. We’re extremely grateful for all the staff especially for dr althouse for all the expert care they give!Patient Submitted Review
Jan-2025
I took in my two toddlers, the nurses and doctors were SO patient with them!! It is always a positive experience and the friendliest people.Patient Submitted Review
Jan-2025
All of the people took great care and time with me. They answered my questions and did the work efficiently.rater8 Verified Patient
Jan-2025
I had blood drawn for labs. Denver did a perfect job drawing my blood. I had to look to make sure she actually stuck me. Very prompt and polite personPatient Submitted Review
Jan-2025
I think Minden has the best providers around! They are on target, provide the needed tests and are not afraid to send you to a specialist if warranted! I wouldn’t start anywhere else when it comes to healthcare! Kearney County Health Services is outstanding! Thank you!rater8 Verified Patient
Dec-2024
We were given an appointment last minute for a sick child. We were seen right at our appointment time. Our nurse and doctor were great with our son making him comfortable. We were treated and our Doctor gave us clear instructions for our care.Patient Submitted Review
Dec-2024
The Minden team is awesome. Check-in went smoothly and Dr. Cade Craig quickly diagnosed my problem and provided great treatment and care. Grateful for the teamrater8 Verified Patient
Dec-2024
The team I was amazing from the front desk personnel, nurse, technician and if course the amazing Dr Cade Craig.Patient Submitted Review
Dec-2024
This office has the most caring staff! Every test was done quickly and professionally. I really appreciate the care I get there.Patient Submitted Review
Dec-2024
The absolute best medical clinic! Went in for severe rib pain after being thrown from a horse and everyone was wonderful! Kaitlyn Carlson and her nurse were so kind and thorough. They both made sure I was comfortable and did everything they could to help with the pain. Allyson Sinsel and the other x-ray techs got me right back for x-rays knowing I couldn’t sit and were so gentle and patient. I can’t say enough great things about this clinic and all of the providers. Truly blessed to have them here for the community of Minden!Patient Submitted Review
Dec-2024
Still on the mend, but all around fantastic experience. From someone that travels the world…Kearny County has a world class medical team.Patient Submitted Review
Nov-2024
You are always taken very good care of from checking in, to seeing the medical professionals to checking out. Glad to have such a great facility in out community.rater8 Verified Patient
Nov-2024
I could’nt ask for better care! The ER does a wonderful job. I appreciate them being here in MindenPatient Submitted Review
Oct-2024
My experience here is always the best. My doctor listens to me and always asks if there is anything else before he leaves. I had a different Dr. This time and was very pleased with her.rater8 Verified Patient
Oct-2024
Emily was very pleasant as she checked me in. She was knowledgeable and helpful. Dr Craig was the same. He went above and beyond to get me the information I needed to make a decision about my next step in treatment. He made me feel like I was the only patient he had all day!Patient Submitted Review
Oct-2024
They actually came to my work place and gave us the flu shot, but they were professional and respectful, the lady who gave me the shot did a flawless job.Patient Submitted Review
Oct-2024
Receptionists are always pleasant. I'm able to get onto the schedule quickly. Nurses are prompt in giving me my shot.Patient Submitted Review
Oct-2024
My son went in because he had some issues before that another hospital hadn’t figured out. They went through and thoroughly checked him out and found what was likely the main cause.rater8 Verified Patient
Oct-2024
The staff were all so kind and helpful. Dr Althouse took time to listen to my concerns and addressed each one.rater8 Verified Patient
Oct-2024
Everything and everyone is so nice. Silly to say, but we enjoy going to the clinic because of the doctor, nurses and staff. We enjoy them all. 💕rater8 Verified Patient
Sep-2024
I always feel well taken care of whenever I am there. Tonya, Marie, Sue, Renae and Sarah were the best.Patient Submitted Review
Sep-2024
Emily in check- in was knowledgeable and efficient; Nurse personable and thorough and answered all my questions; Dr. Shelby was all of the above so she will be my doctor for the forseeable future.!!Patient Submitted Review
Sep-2024
I had never been to the Minden clinic but needed to see a doctor ASAP as I had an infection on a scar tissue. They were great. I got in within 2 hours. Saw the doctor and was treated with respect and a prescription. They took the time to visit with me about the infection. Very professional and caring staff.Patient Submitted Review
Sep-2024
Everyone was friendly and greeted me with a smile. Outpatient services staff were very kind and skillfulPatient Submitted Review
Sep-2024
We always receive great care and appreciate the MINDEN medical clinic very much! So glad they could help my son out before he went back to college.Patient Submitted Review
Aug-2024
Finally people who actually listen and address your concerns. Staff definitely added the “care” in Healthcare! Thanks for being here in rural America.Patient Submitted Review
Aug-2024
We had a great experience! Kate and Diane were helpful and friendly. Kate did stitches and you can’t even tell where the cut was.Patient Submitted Review
Aug-2024
Doctor Althouse was extremely thorough and knowledgeable. Was in for a physical and got to into see the physical therapist at the same appointment.rater8 Verified Patient
Aug-2024
I want to thank the caring staff and people who finally listened to me and gave their time to help me. Doug Wulf took the time to answer questions and concerns. Bobbie was an excellent nurse.Patient Submitted Review
Jul-2024
Kearney County Health Services are Always Very Thorough, friendly, concerned and helpful staff. My family and I always feel well taken care of here. I'm very glad we have a place like this Minden for our health needs. Thank you Minden County Health Services.rater8 Verified Patient
Jul-2024
Easy to set up appointments, easy to check in. Easy to get back into the doctors’ room and not wait forever. Very relaxing to navigate the whole process. Even got a reminder of appointments.Patient Submitted Review
Jul-2024
I had an appointment at the Kearney County clinic which went well. The staff at the check-in area were friendly and professional. I saw Shannon and she is great to listen to your concerns and explains things so one can understand, Her nurse Veronica is awesome as well.rater8 Verified Patient
Jul-2024
Nice facility! Katelyn was very helpful with check-in process. Happy with my decision to visit the wound care clinic. Very patient, thorough & detailed with my care. Thank you for adding my appointment at the end of your scheduled day.rater8 Verified Patient
Jun-2024
Perfect…wonderful care and fast and thorough procedures. Thank you Renee, mammogram young lady, Renee’s nurse , lab young lady etc.Patient Submitted Review
Jun-2024
Very Pleased! Professional staff, quick service at a slower time in the day. The doctor answered every question about the potential surgery and thuroughly explained... giving a strong sense he genuinely cared. We weren't rushed, and felt comfortable and confident with our decisions moving forward. Room was large and clean, and free coffee! :)Patient Submitted Review
Jun-2024
I always have a very good experience. The doctor's always do their job efficiently and also are easy to talk to and ask questions.rater8 Verified Patient
May-2024
APRN Sally and nurse were wonderful and I very helpful. I am so appreciative for their help in getting my surgery incision healed.rater8 Verified Patient
May-2024
Everyone very caring and professional. All staff explained what was going on before they touched me, which is very much appreciated. I love getting se0rvices in town locally!!!rater8 Verified Patient
May-2024
Start to finish. Friendly greeting and efficient at the front desk. Nurse Sinsel is always so empathetic and nice. Dr Liesenmeyer very professional and pleasant.Patient Submitted Review
May-2024
Fast check-in, nursing staff pleasant and knowledgeable. Dr. Althouse is patient, listens carefully, and always has an answer for my questions or concerns.Patient Submitted Review
Apr-2024
Received an immunization yesterday. The nurse was caring and friendly and a great shot giver. The clinic always is clean. Very short wait time from admission to the nurse calling my name. Admission was very well, too.Patient Submitted Review
Apr-2024
My experience there is ALWAYS AMAZING. That is why I will always drive the 65 miles for my appointments. The Nurses and My Doctor are always friendly and they genuinely care about me as a Person. They make me feel comfortable and that I matter as a person not just another Patient. Thank you K.C.H.S. For always being amazing.rater8 Verified Patient
Mar-2024
Very kind, knowledgeable, and an excellent staff who have made the sometimes difficult task of going to dentist easier. They have a soothing environmental approach to their care. Also, making it a point to help those on a low budget get quality work done is something they embrace fully.Patient Submitted Review
Mar-2024
I was taken back for my appointment very quickly. Shannon Kuehn was very attentive and listened to my concerns before making her treatment plan. I had blood work and X Rays done which were also handled very quickly and professionally. I highly recommend Kearney County Health Services. We are lucky to have this hospital/clinic in our communityrater8 Verified Patient
Mar-2024
Amazing care. They see you as a human and want to help you the best they can they don't rush you out of there to have another empty bed. The whole staff was great with great bedside care.rater8 Verified Patient
Mar-2024
Kate was such a wonderful nurse. She explained everything in detail and showed she truly cared about what I was feeling. When she was unable to do something, she called in Brittani and she was absolutely phenomenal as well. KCHS is so lucky to have such a caring provider like, Jordan. He didn’t question anything I was feeling and addressed all of my concerns. Allyson was such a blessing when she took me for my CT. She is the sweetest person and you can tell she really cares about her patients. There were some issues with my IV and the contrast, but she did her very best to keep me comfortable.rater8 Verified Patient
Mar-2024
I came for a blood draw, and was attended in a timely, helpful manner. Other than a little prick the procedure was painlessly completed. We’re lucky to have such expert care in our little community.Patient Submitted Review
Feb-2024
The staff at Kearney County health services were so friendly. I was seen in a timely manner, and they answered all of my questions!Patient Submitted Review
Feb-2024
Fine, wonderful professionals who know their work. They're kind, considerate, patient and understanding. Their level of empathy is beyond expectation. Even the food is mostly outstanding! The fried eggs can be a bit rubbery and the hamburger isn't real, at least it doesn't taste real. Also, there's snacks plenty available. The doctors are really knowledgeable and are quite qualified based on my experiences, for whatever that's worth. Next time I need help, I'll be coming back to Kearney County Health in Minden rather than going to Kearney for help. It's closer and safer. Thanks to the doctors, nurses, aides and cleaning staff. I especially want to thank Kaitlan, Erica, Stacy and Elena(?) (Thanks for the coffee and the back scrub!), Dr. Shelby Leisemeyer and Danielle.Patient Submitted Review
Feb-2024
I have been hospitalized several times over the last few years and the care i have received has been the best they have got me back on the road so I can go homePatient Submitted Review
Jan-2024
Good caring service. Doctors, nurses, med techs---everybody was quite thorough and professional. We are blessed and fortunate to have Kearney County Health Services in our community. Roger HansenPatient Submitted Review
Jan-2024
Everyone is friendly at KCHS and we're lucky to have top-notch doctors who drive from the "big cities" to provide care in the specialty clinic.Patient Submitted Review
Jan-2024
Dr. Cade Craig is awesome. He’s extremely knowledgeable and I always appreciate the time he spends listening to my concerns. He genuinely cares, and wants to help. Highly recommend.Patient Submitted Review
Jan-2024
Kearney County Health Services helps with my physical health, pain management and mental health. I could not be happier with my healthcare team Dr. Cade Craig, PA Kelly Stevenson and LMHP Amanda Hall-Warburton--along with the lab techs, nursing staff and pretty much everyone there! They are always super friendly, honest and for the first time in my life I feel there is a medical team looking out for me instead of just seeing me as a number and a paycheck. Being a trans person in this world is hard enough but I am not only helped with care... I am respected and heard. Most of the staff calls me by my 'preferred' name and pronouns without prompting, corrects themselves if they mess up(looking at my basic chart name and such can do that). I had been seeing docs and specialists for most of my life in CA to try to figure out my diagnosis. It took the healthcare staff only a few years to get to a diagnosis. I am super thankful to all of the staff at KCHCS. I cannot say one thing bad about anything there. Not even the long time resident rubber tree in the hospital waiting room haha!Patient Submitted Review
Jan-2022
I have had to frequent this location for chronic pain as well as heart issues to the common cold and have been very blessed to have very competent providers and staff that are not only knowledgeable but friendly and empathetic. Thank you for being such a wonderful place to utilize in the community.Patient Submitted Review
Jul-2021
Oh man I wish I could give 10 stars. Patience love and kindness is this hospital. I went to the ER and from the time I went in to the time I left they were 100% for the people. Even the payment plan was flexible. I love this hospital.Patient Submitted Review
Oct-2019
Last year I had pneumonia very bad. I was in the hospital for 5 days. The doctor's and nurses helped me tremendously! Even after I was out of the hospital for check ups!
Patient Submitted Review
Feb-2019
Took my son in today and received excellent care as always from everyone. Especially Doug Wulf, nurse Renee and Cindy Smith In lab. Thank you so much for being thorough and helping to put this mother’s mind at ease! His comment was “Wow, am I the only patient here today? They’re all so nice!” Nope...that’s just what excellent care looks like! Thank you again??
Patient Submitted Review
Mar-2025
Brittany and Dr. Blecha were kind and took the time to explain things to us. We appreciate that we can get this type of care in our hometown.