Read Time: 5 Minutes Three Things to Know Postpartum recovery is a gradual process that can take up to 12 weeks as the body heals from physical changes and significant hormonal shifts. While the “baby blues” are a common, temporary experience, postpartum depression is a more serious condition that affects 1 in 7 women and may require professional support. New
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The Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers course teaches CPR skills for helping victims of all ages. Registration is required. Contact: For questions about the classes and/or to register, call (573) 458-7693.
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Thousands of people each year benefit from the services at Phelps Health. Through the abundant generosity of our communities, we have the facilities to accommodate our patients, but our work is not done. We still have patients to treat and equipment to purchase. Your help is critical to our success. Would you consider making a donation to help our mission
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Compassionate, holistic support for patients and families facing serious illness The Phelps Health Inpatient Palliative Care (PC) team helps patients and families navigate the challenges of serious illness. While currently
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Diabetes Outpatient Education Resources The Diabetes Self-Management Education and Support (DSMES) program at Phelps Health offers the following helpful resources: A plan designed to help meet your needs for any
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Our Founding What began in 1951 as Phelps County Memorial Hospital—a 63-bed Hospital built through local determination and generosity—has grown into a regional health system serving more than 200,000 residents across six counties. Since our founding, we have expanded services, advanced technology and strengthened partnerships so our neighbors can receive high-quality care close to home. Rolla, Missouri, has long served
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Phelps Health serves over 200,000 residents in south-central Missouri. Phelps Health is county-owned, non-tax supported and is overseen by a five-member elected board. Phelps Health employs more than 1,900 people, including 100-plus providers. Phelps Health, which includes a hospital licensed for 240 patient beds, serves a six-county area, with its main campus and several clinics located in Rolla, Missouri. Phelps
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Read Time: 5 Minutes Three Things to Know Phelps Health is celebrating 75 years of serving south-central Missouri in 2026. The health system began in 1951 as a 63-bed community hospital and has grown into a regional system serving more than 200,000 people. Community support, volunteers and donors have played a major role in expanding care and services over the
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Read Time: 1 Minute On March 7, the St. James Chamber of Commerce honored Phelps Health with its Community Impact Award, a distinction created specifically to honor our deep and longstanding partnership with the St. James community. The Community Impact award recognizes the influence Phelps Health has on the region as the area’s largest employer—supporting families, strengthening the local economy
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At Phelps Health, we are more than a health system—we are part of the fabric of this community. Our employees live here, raise families here and are committed to making this region stronger and healthier.
And while healthcare touches everyone in our region, the system behind it can feel complicated and confusing. “Understanding the Realities of Healthcare" is a series of articles and podcasts that will bring you behind the scenes at Phelps Health—explaining the pressures, decisions and changes shaping care today.
