Search Results

Read Time: 2 Minutes Three Things to Know Bill Kuerzinger had a heart catheterization at Phelps Health to check for heart issues. The heart procedure found a blockage, and Bill’s cardiologist inserted a stent to improve blood flow. Bill feels better now and manages his heart condition with medication, cardiac rehab, diet and exercise. Bill Kuerzinger’s family share a sobering ...

Read Time: 3 Minutes Volunteering: By the Numbers Total volunteer service hours in 2023: 15,057 hours Equivalent to over $429,000 in wages Total current volunteer experience: 650 years Each year, the Phelps Health Auxiliary and Volunteer Services hosts a celebratory luncheon to honor the commitment and compassion shown by volunteers within the community, who extend their support through the health ...

Read Time: 4 Minutes Three Things to Know Drowning is the number one cause of death for children ages 1-4 in the US. Always supervise children near any type of water. Children can drown in as little as 1 inch of water. In the summer, the heat level in a car can increase by 19 degrees in as little as ...

Read Time: 3 Minutes Three Things to Know Phelps Health will open the Weight Loss and Bariatric Center in Rolla this September, led by local bariatric surgeon Dr. Donny Roshan. The center will offer surgical and nonsurgical weight loss services, nutritional counseling, and support, addressing the region's obesity concerns. Located at 1201 Hauck Drive, interim care will be provided at ...

Read Time: 1 Minute Three Things to Know Phelps Health and Salem Memorial District Hospital (SMDH) are discussing an affiliation to continue providing essential healthcare services to Dent County and surrounding areas. Both entities signed a nonbinding letter of intent on August 28, 2024, outlining their shared goals, with the formal affiliation expected to start in early 2025. Leaders from ...

Read Time: 2 Minutes Three Things to Know Phelps Health recently renovated the Bond Building, a primary care clinic, to improve patient care and accessibility. The public is invited to an open house on September 20 to tour the renovations and celebrate with a ribbon cutting. The renovation included updates to the waiting areas, patient rooms and more. Phelps Health ...

Read Time: 2 Minutes Three Things to Know Phelps Health Home Health has been recognized as a "Superior Performer" by Strategic Healthcare Programs (SHP) for ranking in the top 20% in patient satisfaction in 2023. The SHPBest™ award honors home health agencies that consistently provide high-quality service, based on feedback from over 3,200 providers nationwide. Phelps Health credits this recognition ...

Read Time: 4 Minutes Three Things to Know Dr. James J. Bass retired on August 30, 2024, after over 40 years of medical service. He ensured a smooth transition for his patients by preparing care summaries and meeting with new doctors. Dr. Bass highlighted the importance of relationships in family medicine and the balance between technology and personal care. After ...

Read Time: 3 Minutes Three Things to Know Christopher Dew was diagnosed with Guillain-Barré Syndrome (GBS) after sudden paralysis in December 2022. Through intensive hospital care and months of physical therapy, he regained his ability to walk. Despite setbacks, Christopher is now independent and grateful for the support from his care team, including Phelps Health Home Health and Outpatient Therapy ...

Read Time: 1 Minute Three Things to Know Phelps Health Wins Gold Award for Quality Improvement: Health Quality Innovators (HQI) awarded Phelps Health the prestigious Gold Award for their excellence in healthcare quality and patient safety in south-central Missouri. Key Patient Safety Initiatives: Phelps Health achieved notable improvements, including reducing central line-associated bloodstream infections, preventing severe C. difficile infections, lowering ...