Get the care you need in Kansas | Ascension
Emergency Medicine • Wichita, KS
About
Ascension Via Christi (Ascension Wichita) is a Catholic-sponsored nonprofit health system based in Wichita, Kansas, and part of Ascension Health. For over 120 years, it provides comprehensive care across Kansas and northeast Oklahoma, including primary and advanced specialty services such as heart, stroke, cancer, and maternity care. The network operates 7 U.S. offices/hospitals and physician offices with locations in Wichita (HQ at 929 N Saint Francis St and 3600 E Harry St) and other Kansas cities (e.g., Wamego, Manhattan). Key facts: - Industry: Hospitals and Health Care; Type: Nonprofit; Ownership: Ascension Health - Headquarters: Wichita, Kansas - Services: Primary and specialty care (cardiology, stroke, oncology, obstetrics), plus broader hospital and health services - Contact: emails communications@viachristi.org; phone 316-858-4977, 316-268-5000 - Website: viachristi.org If you’re in Kansas and need care, Ascension Via Christi offers a broad network of facilities and providers across the region for timely access to services.
Clinic Type
Emergency Medicine
Address
1823 College Ave, Manhattan, KS 66502; 929 Saint Francis, Wichita, KS 67214
Phone
Manhattan: 785-776-2800; Wichita St. Francis: 316-268-5000
careers@ascension.org
Opening Hours
24/7 emergency care; urgent care hours not specified
Telehealth
Yes
Emergency Care
Yes
Services Offered
Insurance & Payment
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Languages Spoken
FAQs
What if it’s an emergency?
Call 911 or go directly to an emergency room if you or a family member are experiencing a life-threatening emergency.
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What Patients Say
Overall sentiment across review platforms: mixed
- CMS HCAHPS/Momentary Labs: 2 out of 5 stars (317 patient surveys)
- Birdeye: 2.3 out of 5 stars (24 reviews)
- Facebook: 72% recommend (1,310 reviews)
Patients praise
- cleanliness of facilities
- friendly staff members mentioned in some reviews
- broad range of medical services available, including trauma and specialty care
Common complaints
- concerns regarding staff responsiveness and communication
- reports of long wait times for appointments and care
- complaints about dismissive or rude interactions with staff
- issues with telephone communication systems
"Uncaring administrative staff. Overlooked health concerns and simply didn't care. When my son was admitted they treated us horribly and dismissed our concerns about his care."
— SageMenu Review"The only reason I continue going to this location is because I like my Doctor, if it were not for her I would absolutely go elsewhere. To repeat what several other reviews have also stated, the staff at the front desk/whoever answers the phone are often unpleasant or rude."
— Birdeye ReviewSynthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 11, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].
In the News
- Via Christi to Expand Emergency Care in East Wichita | Ascension — May 1, 2026
- Via Christi Breaks Ground on New Facility to Expand Emergency Care in West Wichita | Ascension — Mar 1, 2026
- Technology advancement for stroke survivors in Wichita | Ascension — Feb 18, 2026
- Via Christi to Establish Comprehensive Breast Center | Ascension — Apr 1, 2026
- Ascension Via Christi to open emergency department in northeast Wichita — Apr 28, 2026
Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 11, 2026.
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