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Read Time: 1 Minute Three Things to Know Forbes has named Phelps Health a top Missouri employer for the second year. The recognition is based on a large-scale employee satisfaction survey with Statista. The healthcare provider serves 200,000 Missouri residents with 1,900+ employees across six counties. Forbes business magazine has once again recognized Phelps Health as one of Missouri's best ...

Read Time: 3 Minutes Three Things to Know Eddie Blaylock experienced an LAD heart attack, commonly known as a “widowmaker,” on August 11, 2020. Eddie received immediate care at the Phelps Health Emergency Department, which he credits with saving his life by stabilizing his condition before transferring him for further treatment. After his heart attack, Eddie participated in a cardiac ...

Read Time: 3 Minutes Phelps Health recently opened the doors to its new Weight Loss and Bariatric Center in Rolla, Missouri. This innovative center is a beacon of hope for the region. It offers comprehensive services to help residents achieve and maintain a healthy weight while reducing their risk for heart disease, diabetes, cancer and more. The new center will ...

Read Time: 3 Minutes Cold plunging has become a hot trend in wellness. From medical journals to TikTok, this frigid trend is making waves, attracting headlines and inspiring hashtags. What’s the buzz all about? Three Things to Know Cold plunging, briefly submerging in cold water, is popular for its physical and mental health benefits. While cold plunging may boost metabolism ...

Read Time: 1 Minute The Phelps Health Foundation hosted two Heart-2-Heart events this year, raising over $74,000 to support critical cardiac care initiatives at Phelps Health. In 2024 alone, the Phelps Health Heart and Vascular Center is expected to serve over 8,000 patients in our region, highlighting the need for high-quality heart care. The events, held on August 28 at ...

Read Time: 3 Minutes Three Things to Know Nate Cohen visited the Phelps Health Walk-In Clinic in Rolla as a precaution after experiencing severe abdominal pain 2 days earlier. The nurse who examined Nate suspected his appendix was to blame and sent him to the Emergency Department where this was confirmed. Nate underwent emergency surgery to remove his appendix and ...

Read Time: 1 Minute Three Things to Know Phelps Health and Salem Memorial Hospital (SMH) are reviewing an affiliation agreement to continue providing essential healthcare services to Dent County. 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 both organizations emphasize ...

Read Time: 1 Minute Aneqo Makil Kaleialoha Collins was the first baby born at Phelps Health in Rolla in 2025, arriving at 11:19 PM on January 1. He weighed 6 pounds, 6 ounces, and measured 19 inches long. Janequa Woods and Antoine Collins, of Waynesville, welcomed Aneqo into the world, along with his siblings, Antoine, Jr. (2) and Atalya (1) ...

Read Time: 3 Minutes Three Things to Know In April 2024, a routine blood test revealed that Christa had type 2 diabetes. The Phelps Health Diabetes Self-Management Education and Support program gave Christa the tools and knowledge to manage her condition effectively. Through lifestyle changes and education, Christa improved her A1C, lost 50 pounds and has successfully managed her diabetes ...

Read Time: 1 Minute Jason Shenefield, president and chief executive officer (CEO) of Phelps Health, was selected to serve on the Missouri Hospital Association (MHA) Board of Trustees. His 1-year term began January 1, 2025. MHA’s Board provides governance for the association and assists in policy development on behalf of the state’s 137 member hospitals. MHA represents every acute care ...