Phelps Health Invites Public to Bond Building Open House

Phelps Health will host an open house for the community to tour the extensive renovation at the Bond Building, located at 600 Blues Lake Parkway in Rolla (guests will use the upper-level entrance). The primary care clinic, founded by retired physicians Joe Bond, DO; Cathy Bond, DO; Ed Bruns, DO; and the late Mary Bruns, DO, was built in 1998. In 2010, the practice transitioned to a Phelps Health clinic.

On Friday, September 20, from 8:00-10:00 AM, the public is invited to an open house to celebrate the renovation, featuring guided tours and refreshments. At 8:30 AM, the Rolla Area Chamber of Commerce will host a ribbon cutting.

“The renovation included a complete overhaul of the reception area and 16 former patient exam rooms, for improved patient care,” said Richard Krenning, executive director of primary care. “The former chemotherapy infusion center was also repurposed into a new family practice suite with eight new exam rooms, offices and a nurses’ station, allowing the clinic to provide primary care for all ages.” (Chemotherapy services continue to be provided exclusively at the Phelps Health Delbert Day Cancer Institute.)

The clinic recently welcomed new providers, Family Medicine Physician and Obstetrician Mylhan Myers, DO; and Family Medicine Physician Rebecca Fryer, DO; alongside established providers Matthew Hurley, MD; Cory Offutt, MD; and Abby Blanc, FNP-C.

Improving the Patient Experience

Following a facelift, the clinic waiting rooms are now more open and spacious. With improved access to registration and additional seating, patients can enjoy a more pleasant and efficient experience. Lower counters were added to the desks for patients using assistive devices, such as wheelchairs. Additionally, the renovation has improved patient accessibility by consolidating all family practice services, including lab and X-ray, on the upper level, and widening clinic aisles. A separate room for minor procedures finishes out the updates.

Commitment to Sustainability

The renovations incorporated green-building principles, reflecting Phelps Health’s commitment to environmental responsibility. The new eco-friendly HVAC system and LED lighting will reduce energy usage, and solid-surface countertops installed throughout the clinic are made from sustainable materials.

Together, these clinic updates ensure that the Bond Building is well-equipped to meet primary care needs for years to come.