We strive to be the health care organization of choice, offering convenient care close to home with multiple locations and services, chosen for the quality of our service and respected for the integrity and competency of our staff. We enhance the quality of life for individuals in our communities by providing excellence in health care services in the most appropriate settings.
We strive to be the health care organization of choice, offering convenient care close to home with multiple locations and services, chosen for the quality of our service and respected for the integrity and competency of our staff. We enhance the quality of life for individuals in our communities by providing excellence in health care services in the most appropriate settings.
Mission for Memorial Health Care Systems
We enhance the quality of life for individuals in our communities by providing excellence in health care services in the most appropriate settings.
Statement of Values
We believe in...
- the importance of preserving the dignity and independence of the individual.
- promoting wellness and health education.
- timely access to medical care.
- the growth and development of Memorial Health Care Systems.
- the responsible use of fiscal resources.
- effective communication among staff and with those we serve.
- providing access to the most advanced medical technology.
- providing quality health care to those we serve.
- employing quality staff and providing staff development opportunities.
Brief History
Concerned citizens met July 17, 1947, to discuss ways of providing modern health care to Seward County and the surrounding area. Through fundraising efforts and the Hill Burton plan, construction for a new hospital began July 4, 1949, and opened on September 1, 1950, in memory of World War I & II servicemen.
These first fundraising efforts created the original membership from which the Board of Directors had been selected until 1993. At that time, the corporate name was changed to Memorial Health Care Systems and the membership reopened.
Now, with many health care services to offer, and in collaboration with three physician clinic sites, family physicians and physician assistants, Memorial Health Care Systems is well prepared to carry on the dreams of the original concerned citizens by providing modern, technically-advanced health care services close to home.

Jason Summa, M.D.
Very professional and thorough with his exam to make sure I get the right care.
Trisha Sams, M.D.
Very impressed!! She took her time with me, explained everything to me, gave me good advice, She's very nice and professional, as was the nurse Lori!!
Jacqueline Hobbs, M.D.
She is always to the point, kind and tells you directly. Trust her medical advice completely.
J.B. Ketner, M.D.
Dr. Ketner is a dude.
James Plasek, M.D.
Always cares about us and wants the best for us.
Trisha Sams, M.D.
She is the best doctor around
J.B. Ketner, M.D.
Excellence, commitment, superb listener, knowledgeable, helpful, informative, n calming!
J.B. Ketner, M.D.
I always get great service by Dr Ketner
Leah Hays, PA-C
I saw Leah and she listened to all my concerns and was very helpful in directing me to my next step in my healthcare. She is easy to talk with and is genuine in her care and understanding.
Heidi Zywiec, PA-C
Always friendly conversation. Very relatable and speaks in ways you can understand.