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.

Corinn Cook, PA-C
Good experience very caring and thorough
Joel Gabriel, M.D.
Personable, thorough, explains everything very good at what he does.
Connie Novak, M.D.
Dr. Novak and Nurse Heather made my son’s appointment a breeze. We were happy and well listened to.
Corinn Cook, PA-C
She is very knowledgeable,Caring and easy to communicate with. She has got me through many situations the last few years. Great results!
Eldridge Burns, M.D.
Very kind and asked me related questions about my procedure
Trisha Sams, M.D.
Always takes time to explain and listen to concerns.
Connie Novak, M.D.
Dr. Novak truly cares about her patients. She listens and discusses everything. She answers all questions and provides explanations. She is very thorough and down to earth. I would refer anyone to Dr. Novak for the quality care she provides.
Connie Novak, M.D.
She is the best.
Corinn Cook, PA-C
She was absolutely great.
Amy Fischer, PA-C
Always feel confident and comfortable in Amy’s care. She makes me feel calm and that she is in charge of the situation.The Utica Clinic makes you feel like family.