Organ Donation

Organ Donation in Nebraska  Organ donations save lives. Many people in Nebraska are waiting for organ transplants, and one donor can help several patients in need.  What Is Organ Donation?  Organ donation is the process of giving healthy…

HRSA Recognizes Midtown Health Center as a State and National Quality Leader

Midtown Health Center continues to be recognized for its commitment to providing exceptional, patient-centered care. The Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) has once again honored Midtown with multiple Community Health Quality…
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Midtown Health Center awarded Accreditation from The Joint Commission

Midtown Health Center has earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval® for ambulatory health care and behavioral health care Accreditation by demonstrating continuous compliance with its performance standards. The Gold Seal is a symbol…
Midtown HRSQA Awards 2023

Midtown continues to receive national recognition

Midtown Health Center continues to be recognized for its quality healthcare. Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) announced that Midtown has received three Community Health Quality Recognition awards. Those three awards are: …
Doc Talk Women's Health

Women’s Health

During the month of October there is a lot of discussion around breast cancer awareness. Keeping up to date on checkups and knowing how to do self-exams at home are very important for women of all ages. Midtown’s women’s health provider,…
Doc Talk Behavioral Health

DocTalk: The difference of BH Providers

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In the world of Behavioral Health, the help that is available with different types of providers can get confusing. At Midtown Health Center, behavioral health therapy, assessment, and medication management is available to meet the needs of all…
FQCH Week 2023

DocTalk: Health Centers serve a purpose

August 6-12 was nationally recognized as Health Center week, at the state level Governor Pillen signed a proclamation recognizing National Health Center week in the state of Nebraska as well. Although this week has come and gone, we can still…
Doc Talk Diabetes

DocTalk: Diabetes prevention and education

About one in five Americans are living with diabetes and don’t even know it, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The number of people living with diabetes is higher than ever, but the more you are aware of diabetes…
Doc Talk Well Child

DocTalk: Well-Child visits more thorough

Summers are busy with many activities, but it is never too early in the summer to start thinking about your student’s school physical. At Midtown Health Center we are always preparing for the next round of school physicals to make sure every…
Doc Talk Oral Cancer

DocTalk: Oral Cancer Awareness

April is oral cancer awareness month, many people are probably aware that oral cancer can be caused by tobacco use but, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), 70% of oropharyngeal cancers are caused by Human Papilloma…
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DocTalk: Women’s Health

At Midtown Health Center we are always seeking ways to get quality affordable care to our patients. Our women’s health services have continued to grow for over the past ten years according to Mary Smith, APRN-NP. Midtown’s women’s health…
Doc Talk Behavioral Health

DocTalk: Healthy New Year resolutions

Midtown’s behavioral health provider, Jessica Sotelo, LIMHP, LADC, wanted to remind everyone that New Year’s resolutions do not have to be hard, or take a toll on your mental health. She says the biggest suggestion she can give anyone when…
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DocTalk: Appreciating our employees

Midtown Health Center would not be where it is today without its wonderful staff. This year Midtown decided to recognize some of its staff members, and employees were able to nominate anyone they felt best embodied each category. Some categories…
Doc Talk Dental

DocTalk: Sweet treat dental tips

Halloween is near, and with that follows the sweets of the holiday season as well. Keeping up your oral hygiene is a must year round but Midtown Health Center’s Chief Dental Officer, Dr. David Seger has some tips during this extra sweet time. Some…
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DocTalk: Flu season is near

It’s that time of the year, seasons are changing and as the weather gets cooler, it seems everyone is getting sick, flu season is coming. This is the perfect time of year to get your vaccinations to make sure you’re prepared for the upcoming…

DocTalk: Back to school with Behavioral Health

In May Midtown’s behavioral health team talked about the importance of keeping children mentally healthy during the summer months. Now that school is back in session our behavioral health team wants to make sure students are thriving throughout…
FQHC Week 2022

DocTalk: What is an FQHC?

A Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC), as defined by the Health Center Association of Nebraska (HCAN), are non-profit, community-directed providers that remove common barriers to care by serving communities who confront financial, geographic,…

DocTalk: School physicals are just around the corner

Summers are busy with many activities, but it is never too early in the summer to start thinking about your student’s school physical. At Midtown Health Center we are always preparing for the next round of school physicals to make sure every…

DocTalk: Keeping children mentally healthy

May is mental health awareness month. At Midtown Health Center we take mental health very seriously as we have therapists, medication providers, a psychologist and four case managers to help anyone in their journey. This month our behavioral…

Midtown partners with Norfolk Area Sculpture Walk

Each year Midtown Health Center partners with the Norfolk Area Sculpture Walk committee to encourage those in the Norfolk area to be healthy and enjoy the sculptures in Norfolk. “We are excited to be partnering with Midtown Health Center…

DocTalk: The Importance of a medical home

A medical home is what serves as a primary care facility for a patient. Ideally, your primary care would service the patient as a whole, meaning medical, dental and behavioral health. Dr. Emily Vuchetich, Midtown Health Center’s Chief Medical…

COVID-19 Test Nebraska Sites at Midtown Clinics

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We are a TestNebraska site. Appointment is REQUIRED by going to https://www.testnebraska.com. Testing is available Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 8:00 am-10:00 am in the parking lot of Midtown Xpress at 210 S. 3rd Street in Norfolk Testing…

Midtown Health Center Update – 3-27-20

Midtown Health Center is OPEN for business; please contact us at 402-371-8000 for an appointment. Along with Public Health experts, we are urging people to practice social distancing as much as possible to limit the spread of this virus.…

Midtown is Open!

Midtown Health Center is committed to the ongoing health and well-being of our patients, employees, and the community. We are closely monitoring all developments related to the Coronavirus (COVID-19).  We continue to work closely with the…

Midtown Health Center Receives Quality Improvement Funds Based on Quality Initiatives

NORFOLK, NE - Midtown Health Center recently received Quality Improvement Awards for the fifth year in a row from the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) in the amount of $111,694. Of special significance, Midtown was recognized…

Midtown Health Center Expands Services and Facilities As They Receive National Recognition

MIDTOWN HEALTH CENTER received a grant to purchase a dental van, which includes two dentist operatories, an x-ray machine and a reception area. Busy barely begins to describe the months ahead for Midtown Health Center in Norfolk. The federally qualified health center has several projects coming down the pipeline meant to better health care services in Northeast Nebraska.