Kit Carson County Memorial Hospital

Hours: Kit Carson County Memorial Hospital (KCCMH) is a comprehensive health network serving the communities of Kit Carson County. The hospital's facilities include the main hospital, Parke Health Medical Clinic, Parke Wellness & Rehabilitation Center, and Stratton Medical Clinic. KCCMH's Emergency Department is open 24/7 and is classified as a Trauma Level IV Facility. Patients and visitors consistently praise the friendly, prompt, and high-quality care provided by the KCCMH staff. One reviewer noted the staff were "some of the nicest" they had encountered in an emergency situation, in contrast to "most medical staff" being rude. Another patient was impressed by the provider's empathy and thoroughness in diagnosing their teen daughter's autoimmune disease, and the follow-up care coordination. The care at KCCMH is described as "cultivated and focused on community service," with the hospital playing a critical role for the local area. As a Critical Access hospital, KCCMH treats a varied patient population, stabilizing critical patients and providing care before transfer to advanced facilities. Reviewers who have visited the ER, been inpatients, and outpatients all report "superb" care, with "very knowledgeable," "caring genuine," and "excellent" staff. The community is grateful to have this high-quality facility, given the nearest advanced care is over 2.5 hours away.

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