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Nonprofit integrated healthcare system and clinics
Stormont Vail Health
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Nonprofit integrated healthcare system and clinics
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Stormont Vail Health is a nonprofit, integrated health care system serving northeast Kansas. It runs Stormont Vail Hospital, a 586-bed acute care Magnet-designated hospital, and Cotton O’Neil Clinic, a multi-specialty physician group with more than 250 doctors. With nearly 5,000 employees across the hospital and 35 other locations—including Heart, Cancer, Diabetes, Digestive Health, Pediatrics, and multiple primary care and Express Care clinics—the system aims to improve community health through coordinated, high-quality care. It is a member of the Mayo Clinic Care Network, which connects local clinicians with Mayo Clinic expertise, and it collaborates with local partners such as Baker University, Washburn University Athletics, Kansas State University, and the Kansas Health Foundation. The goal is to provide compassionate, efficient care and to support a healthier community by leveraging collaboration and shared knowledge.
About Stormont Vail Health
Industries
Company Size
1,001-5,000
Company Stage
Grant
Total Funding
$220K
Headquarters
Topeka, Kansas
Founded
1884
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What believers are saying
- PrairieLINK can improve referral capture and care coordination across northeast Kansas.
- The Emporia campus should deepen local retention and specialty-service access.
- The leadership academy can strengthen management depth for future operational expansion.
What critics are saying
- PrairieLINK depends on grant-funded integration and eventual operating leverage.
- Emporia construction delays would postpone revenue while fixed project costs continue.
- New campuses increase execution risk across staffing, technology, compliance, and scheduling.
What makes Stormont Vail Health unique
- Stormont Vail is building PrairieLINK, a clinically integrated rural network in Kansas.
- The Emporia campus centralizes primary, behavioral, specialty, imaging, and lab services.
- New physician, legal, and IT leaders support an expanding integrated health system.
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↓ -2%Stormont Vail breaks ground on $35 million Emporia campus. Stormont Vail Health officials, community leaders and residents gathered Friday to celebrate the start of construction on a new healthcare campus in Emporia, marking what officials described as a long-term investment in local and regional healthcare access. Nearly 200 people attended the groundbreaking ceremony for the approximately $35 million facility, which will be built near the intersection of 18th Avenue and Road G and is expected to open in 2028. A mix of community leaders, community members, and Stormont Vail staff visited before the ceremony, sharing their excitement for the pivotal moment. Stormont Vail President and CEO Mark Slyter said the project represents more than a construction effort. "Today is about more than construction. Today is about commitment - to Emporia, to this region and to the future of high-quality care right here at home," Slyter said at the ceremony. "Stormont Vail has been a part of this community for more than 30 years - serving patients, building relationships, collaborating and earning trust one visit at a time". Slyter said Stormont Vail's relationship with Emporia dates back decades and has continued to evolve as healthcare needs have changed. Additionally, he acknowledged the dedication of Stormont Vail doctors and nurses, many of whom are Emporia natives. "We've been here providing primary care for generations of families, expanding specialty access, supporting patients with safe, high-quality, reliable care," Slyter said. "Today, we're building a campus that brings all of these services together in a way that better serves this community". The facility will centralize a range of services under one roof, including behavioral health, cardiology, endocrinology, immunology and allergy, orthopedics, occupational health, imaging and laboratory services. Slyter also said the campus will create opportunities for additional specialties in the future, including dermatology and weight management. "This building and this opportunity will give us more ability to bring those here local," he said. Emporia Clinic Medical Director Scott Smiley said healthcare access remains an important part of maintaining a strong community. "Emporia is a strong community built by strong people, and access to healthcare is a critical part of that strength," Smiley said. "When people can see a trusted provider, access specialty care close to home and receive coordinated care, it makes a difference in the health and life of the patient and the community". Smiley, who came to Emporia in 2003, said his ties to the community extend beyond his work as a physician. "This is where I call home," Smiley said. "We were welcomed warmly into the community and over decades have made Emporia our home". Emporia Clinic Director Kelsey Meyer, who joined the team earlier this year and is also an Emporia native, said the project was designed with local families in mind. "As someone who's lucky to call Lyon County home, this moment is incredibly special for me," Meyer said. "I'm an Emporia native, and I'm proud to serve this community that has truly shaped me". Meyer said the goal extends beyond medical services. "As a nurse, I know that healing doesn't come just from treatment. It comes from how a place feels," Meyer said. "This campus was designed to feel like Emporia - to be welcoming, to be connected and to be built for this community". Meyer thanked her team for their support and the important work they do each day serving patients with care and compassion. Just moments before, the gathered crowd witnessed the quick response of Stormont Vail staff as they jumped into action when an attendee experienced a medical emergency. They quickly assisted the man and provided medical care until an ambulance arrived. Officials said the project reflects years of planning and collaboration and is intended to support both current and future healthcare needs in the region. Slyter noted the investment is privately funded and designed to improve access to care close to home. No taxpayer dollars will be used. "A $35 million investment in this community into Emporia to provide access to the most advanced ambulatory healthcare experience close to home," he said
Dirt work ongoing at site of new Stormont Vail Emporia clinic. Emporia, KS, USA / KVOE Apr 12, 2026 | 11:55 AM Stormont Vail Health hasn't mentioned an official groundbreaking date yet for its new Emporia clinic, but it has been targeting this spring - and there has been a lot of earthwork already done on site as the process moves towards a tentative groundbreaking activity next month. The clinic, getting built near the southeast corner of West 18th and Road G or Americus Road, already has several levels of dirt relatively smoothed out for the upcoming construction, which follows nearly two years of zoning processes as Stormont Vail exits its Cotton O'Neil Clinic space at Newman Regional Health. The nearly $45 million facility should open to the public in 2028. It will offer several levels of primary care, including family medicine, internal medicine, pediatrics and behavioral health. It will also offer several types of specialty care, including immunology, allergy, cardiology, endocrinology, occupational health and orthopedics. Imaging and lab services will also be included.
Stormont Vail Health launches 2026-2027 Physician Leadership Academy. March 19, 2026 Stormont Vail Health, a nonprofit integrated health system that serves the healthcare needs of the people of Kansas has launched the 2026-2027 Leadership Academy, in which over the course of a six-year program, 60 participants will earn the Certified Physician Executive (CPE), a unique professional mark of distinction from the American Association for Physician Leadership (AAPL). Achieving CPE status highlights excellence in healthcare leadership demonstrating an ability to lead large groups, manage budgets, address HR challenges, and apply strategic business insights. "These are skills that are not necessarily taught in medical school, but that are critical to the success of any physician in today's healthcare environment," said Peter Angood, MD, FRCS (C), FACS, MCCM, FAAPL(Hon), President and CEO of AAPL. "We salute Stormont Vail Health for its commitment to preparing today's physicians for the healthcare leadership challenges they will surely face." Today more than 4,300 physicians world-wide hold the CPE credential. "As the healthcare industry continues to evolve and become more complex, strong physician leadership is paramount," said Kevin Dishman, MD, Senior Vice President and Chief Medical and Quality Officer. "This leadership academy supports our commitment to quality, safety, and high reliability by developing physician leaders who understand the science of medicine, and are equipped with the tools to lead teams, manage complexity, and drive improvements to elevate care across Stormont Vail Health." The first cohort began the program this month. Year one courses include fundamentals of communication, influence, negotiation, quality, finance, credential action plan, health law, principles of change managing physician performance and resolving conflict. The year two curriculum includes budgeting/forecasting, science of high reliability, transforming healthcare through quality improvement, leadership excellence and executive-level decision making. The program concludes with a transformational 3.5-day Capstone. Dr. Brent roeder talks colorectal health at next walk with a doc. March 20, 2026 Stormont Vail Health achieve 11th high 5 for mom & baby premier recognition. March 18, 2026 Stormont Vail community news. March 17, 2026 Stormont Vail hospital pharmacy renovation nears completion. March 16, 2026 March 11, 2026
Stormont Vail Health has appointed Aaron Wootton as Chief Information Officer. Stormont Vail Health, a financially strong, nonprofit integrated health system serving Kansas for more than 130 years, has appointed Aaron Wootton as Chief Information Officer. Known for its commitment to compassionate, high-quality, and efficient care, Stormont Vail continues to advance its mission to improve the health of the communities it serves across its Topeka, Junction City, and Manhattan campuses. In this role, Aaron Wootton will serve as Chief Information Officer, leading Stormont Vail's technology strategy, digital innovation, cybersecurity, infrastructure, and enterprise information systems to support clinical and operational excellence. Aaron brings more than 20 years of healthcare IT leadership experience, most recently as Chief Digital Officer at Avarion, where he advised organizations on digital maturity, AI, analytics, and emerging technologies. He previously served as CIO for Concord Hospital Health System, where he advanced digital access tools, strengthened infrastructure, achieved HIMSS Stage 7, and delivered strong budget performance. With extensive experience in digital transformation and enterprise technology leadership, Aaron will help strengthen Stormont Vail's IT capabilities and support high-quality, patient-centered care across the region. Buffkin / Baker is proud to have partnered with Stormont Vail Health on this search, led by Partner Jami Herzberg and Senior Associate Brandon Ferguson. To read more about our healthcare team, explore our practice page here. Home " Stormont Vail Health has appointed Aaron Wootton as Chief Information Officer.
Stormont Vail Health to host 2026 Women's Wellness Summit. February 24, 2026 Stormont Vail Health is hosting the 2026 Women's Wellness Summit: Thriving Through Every Age, on April 10, 2026, at Pozez Education Center at Stormont Vail Hospital, 1500 S.W. 10th Ave., Topeka 66604. This event aims to empower women 18 and older with practical, evidence-based tools to support their health and well-being across every stage of life. "Women play a foundational role in the health of families and communities," said Julia Wiebler, Director of Primary Care at Stormont Vail. "This Summit is about equipping women with the knowledge, confidence, and support they need to thrive at every age - not just as individuals, but as caregivers, leaders, and advocates for the people they love." The Women's Wellness Summit is tailored for women navigating early adulthood, parenthood, midlife transitions, and the complexities of caring for aging loved ones. Topics include preventive care, hormonal health, physical activity, nutrition, stress and emotional well-being, and financial literacy, plus practical guidance participants can apply immediately. Cost is $25 with breakfast and lunch included. Stormont Vail Health reminds patients about virtual care services. February 24, 2026 Stormont Vail Health celebrates new outpatient behavioral health Center with ribbon cutting, open house. February 20, 2026 Stormont Vail Health celebrate hannah reynolds, DAISY award winner. Stormont Vail Health celebrate nick ahlert, DAISY award winner. February 19, 2026 Jay howard named Stormont Vail Health VP, chief legal officer; timothy shultz promoted to VP, deputy general counsel and chief compliance officer. February 18, 2026
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About Stormont Vail Health
Industries
Company Size
1,001-5,000
Company Stage
Grant
Total Funding
$220K
Headquarters
Topeka, Kansas
Founded
1884
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