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Read Time: 3 Minutes Three Things to Know Rolla resident Lindsey Bartholomew recently used KeyCare for a video doctor’s visit, when she was home sick with the flu. Through the MyChart app, Lindsey was able to visit with a doctor from the comfort of her own bed. Her KeyCare physician determined that she had the flu and prescribed an antiviral ...

Do you ever wonder what’s going on inside your healthcare provider’s mind? We were curious, so we asked them. Two Phelps Health providers shared the top 10 things they want you to know, so you can take charge of your health and get the most out of your appointments. Read Time: 4 Minutes 1. Go ahead. Ask questions. Phelps Health ...

What are superfoods and why should we eat them? Superfoods are foods that offer maximum nutritional benefits for minimal calories. These foods typically contain a high volume of the following: Minerals: These essential nutrients, such as calcium, potassium and iron, help your body perform at its highest level. Vitamins: If possible, getting these organic compounds from natural foods – like ...

Summer Program Allows High School Students to Experience Healthcare Firsthand Read Time: 4 Minutes Courtney Harrop, a patient transfer coordinator at Phelps Health, always dreamed of working in healthcare. “My grandmother told me about her being a ‘candy striper’ when she was my age, 15 or 16 at the time,” Courtney said. A candy striper was a term used to ...

Read Time: 3 Minutes Three Things to Know Phelps Health now offers 24/7 care for STEMI heart attacks, the most severe kind of heart attack. Previously, residents in the area had to travel up to 2 hours for this type of care, delaying treatment and potentially causing more damage. This new program provides quicker diagnosis and treatment, improving patient outcomes ...

Read Time: 1 Minute Phelps Health is gearing up to honor National Cancer Survivors Day (NCSD) with a breakfast celebration for area cancer survivors 8:00-10:00 AM on Saturday, June 1, at Greentree Christian Church, located at 800 Greentree Road in Rolla. This year’s theme, “Luau for Life: Aloha, Survivors,” sets the tone for a festive occasion. All cancer survivors in ...

Read Time: 2 Minutes Three Things to Know Inaugural Innovation Summit: Phelps Health hosted its first Innovation Summit on May 17, 2024, to promote high-quality healthcare through collaboration and innovation among leaders in various healthcare sectors. Focus on Training and Efficiency: Key initiatives highlighted include the Student Nurse Intern program and the Earn While You Learn program, which aim to ...

Read Time: 2 Minutes Three Things to Know On May 18, the Phelps Health Foundation held its annual Butterfly Release Celebration and raised $18,765. The event honors loved ones and supports the Foundation's Mission Fund. The 2025 Butterfly Release Celebration will be held on Saturday, May 17. Thanks to the community’s generosity, the Phelps Health Foundation raised $18,765 at its ...

Read Time: Two Minutes Three Things to Know Phelps Health Marketing Department won 11 Aster Awards for their work in 2023. The Aster Awards recognize excellence in healthcare advertising and marketing. The Marketing Department won awards in various categories including blogs, billboards, social media and more. The Phelps Health Marketing and Public Relations Department was recently recognized for exceptional performance ...

Read Time: 2 Minutes On Friday, June 7, the Phelps Health Foundation hosted the 26th Annual Charity Golf Tournament at Oak Meadow Country Club in Rolla. Under sunny skies, participants and volunteers joined forces to raise over $120,000 for a new Emergency Medical Services (EMS) base and helipad. Phelps Health recently broke ground on the EMS project, which will ensure ...