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Patient and Family Advisory Council
Join the Patient and Family Advisory Council at Phelps Health You are invited to join the Patient and Family Advisory Council at Phelps Health. As a member, your input could potentially influence future hospital initiatives related to the patient experience. Up to eight community members from Phelps Health's service area will serve on the council. Members must have been a ...
Cultivating Safety: Practical Tips to Protect Farmers’ Health and Well-Being
Read Time: 5 Minutes Three Things to Know While rewarding, the agriculture industry also can be dangerous if safety precautions are not taken. Farmers should practice safe lifting techniques, wear sunscreen and stay hydrated to avoid musculoskeletal injuries, skin cancer and dehydration, respectively. Prioritize mental and heart health by seeking support for mental well-being and incorporating stress-relief activities, regular physical ...
Taking It in Stride: Retired Pastor Benefits From Cardiac Rehab
Read Time: 4 Minutes Last year, while walking in a Halloween-themed 5K in Rolla, Bob Morrison suffered a heart attack. Thankfully, for the retired Rolla pastor, a nurse was nearby and administered CPR. Bob was then flown to Columbia, where he underwent a triple bypass surgery. The heart attack came without warning for the 86-year-old man, who is otherwise healthy ...
Stay Connected With Our New E-Newsletter, Balance+
For years, the Balance has been Phelps Health’s trusted source for wellness tips, patient stories and health information. As part of our commitment to delivering timely, accessible content, the Balance is transitioning to a digital‑first format. The Balance+ e‑newsletter will be published every other month, bringing fresh stories, health insights and updates straight to your inbox. We will continue to ...
A Lifetime of Care: A Salem Couple’s Story
Read Time: 4 Minutes Three Things to Know Mary Lou Brooks was born in 1952 at Phelps County Memorial Hospital, arriving 6 weeks early and weighing just over 2 pounds. Her husband, Dale, survived a major car crash in 1968 thanks to emergency care at the same hospital Their story reflects decades of lifesaving care, modern medical advances and strong ...
Accreditations and Awards
Phelps Health's accreditations and awards reflect our ongoing commitment to meeting and exceeding the highest standards in our field. ...
Phelps Health Earns Advanced Stroke Certification From The Joint Commission
Read Time: 1 Minute Phelps Health earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval® and the American Stroke Association’s Heart-Check mark for Acute Stroke Ready Hospital Advanced Certification on February 2, 2026. “A stroke can destroy nearly 2 million brain cells every minute,” said Suzanne Weckman, DNP, SCRN, director of Time Critical Diagnosis at Phelps Health. “This certification confirms we ...
Phelps Health Recognizes Patient Safety Awareness Week
In recognition of Patient Safety Awareness Week, Phelps Health is launching a week-long campaign themed “Team Up for Patient Safety” to highlight the shared responsibility of keeping patients and care teams safe across all healthcare settings. Observed from March 8-14, Patient Safety Awareness Week, spearheaded by the Institute for Healthcare Improvement (IHI), is an annual opportunity for healthcare organizations, providers ...
