MRHC Expands Access to Women’s Health Care with Jennifer Bruck, ARNP

Manning Regional Healthcare Center (MRHC) is pleased to announce that Jennifer Bruck, ARNP, will begin providing women’s health services in collaboration with Dr. Kelly Anderson starting July 16, 2026. Bruck will provide services in Manning on the second Thursday of each month, further strengthening MRHC’s dynamic team of women’s health providers and expanding the partnership with Myrtue Medical Center to provide specialized care close to home.

“I am excited to expand our services and care for women in the Manning and surrounding area,” said Jennifer Bruck, ARNP. “Women’s health is about so much more than just medical appointments; it’s about walking alongside a woman’s unique season of life and building lifelong relationships.”

Bruck brings extensive experience in obstetric and gynecological care and offers pap smears, routine OB appointments, hormone regulation therapy, contraceptive care, low milk supply guidance, family planning, menopause treatment, vaginal pessary care, and women’s health and preventative care. Her services complement the care already provided by Dr. Anderson and Dr. Woods, giving patients access to a collaborative women’s health team focused on compassionate, comprehensive care.

“My approach to healthcare is deeply collaborative. I don’t just want to be a provider. I want to be a true partner in health,” Bruck shared. “Bringing these dedicated services to the Manning community is a privilege, and I can’t wait to support patients with compassionate, comprehensive care that puts their wellness first.”

Jennifer earned her nursing degree from Nebraska Wesleyan University before completing her master’s at Clarkson College. Her nursing background includes experience in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) at the Children’s Hospital and Medical Center in Omaha as well as bedside nursing on Myrtue Medical Center’s medical-surgical floor. She currently supports Dr. Anderson at Myrtue’s Women’s Health Clinic and provides newborn care at the Birthing Center.

“Jennifer is expanding access for patients alongside Dr. Anderson and Dr. Woods,” said MRHC CEO Shannon Black. “This is a great step forward in expanding specialty access for our community, and we are excited to welcome her to MRHC.”

Bruck will begin services at MRHC on July 16. Patients may schedule an appointment by calling (712) 655-8100.

Obstetrics Care Expands Through Myrtue Partnership

Earlier this year, MRHC pursued a strategic partnership that now offers expectant mothers the convenience of receiving prenatal and postnatal care in Manning, while delivering in Harlan. Myrtue Medical Center now provides a full obstetrics program for prenatal care and deliveries for MRHC patients.

Dr. Kelly Anderson, DO, a board-certified OB-GYN began seeing patients at MRHC in Manning in June. She visits the Manning clinic on the fourth Thursday of each month, providing access to specialty care without requiring patients to travel long distances. Her services complement those of board-certified and ACOG fellow, Dr. Michael Woods, MD, who has provided OB-GYN care in the Manning area for over 30 years. Although Woods does not offer prenatal and delivery services in Manning, he does offer female pelvic medicine and reconstructive surgery, urogynecology, and obesity medicine.

Together, Drs. Anderson and Woods ensure patients receive comprehensive and compassionate care at every stage of life – from annual exams to pregnancy and beyond.

Since the program’s inception earlier this year, Dr. Anderson’s clinic has been full. This partnership exemplifies how two community-focused hospitals can work together to strengthen access to specialized care, improve patient outcomes, and provide exceptional services close to home.

MRHC to Host Pregnancy, Birth, and Beyond Event

Pregnancy options at MRHC

Are you a new parent, expecting a baby, or planning a pregnancy? Manning Regional Healthcare Center (MRHC) has partnered with St. Anthony Regional Hospital and McFarland Clinic to host a Pregnancy, Birth, and Beyond event on Tuesday, April 5th from 4:00-6:00p.m. at MRHC.

The event encourages current, expecting, and future parents to learn more about the partnership between MRHC, St. Anthony, and McFarland Clinic who provide a seamless pregnancy, delivery, and newborn care experience close to home.

“Here at MRHC, we continue to offer prenatal care to those in our rural areas even though we aren’t delivering babies in Manning. It gives our patients an opportunity to stay close to home and still receive quality care,” shared MRHC Clinic Director, Shelby Dickson, RN.

The partnership with St. Anthony’s allows mothers to receive prenatal care at MRHC, deliver at St. Anthony’s with Dr. McLaws, and then continue to receive post-natal and newborn care in Manning following delivery. Thanks to the newly enhanced records systems, the med staff teams at both locations can easily access a patient’s chart as necessary to ensure seamless care.

At the April event, the obstetrics teams from MRHC, St. Anthony’s and McFarland will be on hand to share more about:

  • Pregnancy planning and prenatal care at MRHC
  • Birthing experience at St. Anthony
  • Newborn care, infant safety, and sibling adjustment
  • Infant feeding and nutrition
  • Wellness and specialty care as your child develops
  • Local support resources for new parents

Register in advance for the come-and-go event here and receive a free Halo Sleep Sack. Walk-ins are also welcome.

Pregnancy options at MRHC