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Wrap up the year by giving the most meaningful gift of all – the gift of life! Ozarks Healthcare, in partnership with the Community Blood Center of the Ozarks (CBCO), will host a blood drive on Friday, Dec. 27, in West Plains. All donors will receive a limited-edition cozy fleece blanket while supplies last.
Ozarks Healthcare has received a gold medal from Health Quality Innovators (HQI) through the Health Quality Improvement Contractors (HQIC) Recognition Program for their success in improving the quality and safety of healthcare. Despite challenges over the last four years, HQIC participants remained committed to quality improvement, providing person-centered and equitable care and producing better health outcome
Ozarks Healthcare is excited to welcome Emily Brown, family nurse practitioner (FNP), to its Heart and Lung Center team.
Ozarks Healthcare is excited to announce that José Alonso-Escalante, MD, has joined its team of highly skilled providers. He is now accepting patients at Ozarks Healthcare General Surgery, located at 1100 Kentucky Ave. in West Plains. Alonso is performs a wide range of surgical procedures to meet the healthcare needs of the community.
Meet the newest faces at Ozarks Healthcare! Drs. Khan, Alonso-Escalante, MacPherson, and NP Emily Brown join us to deliver exceptional, compassionate care.
The Ozarks Healthcare Foundation invites the community to participate in this year’s Lights of Life program, a cherished tradition that allows friends and families to honor loved ones with a glowing tribute during the holiday season. For a $10 donation, community members can sponsor a light on Ozarks Healthcare’s Christmas tree, which will be displayed in the lobby of the main entrance. The annual tree lighting ceremony will take place on Monday, Dec. 9 at 5:30 p.m.
Ozarks Healthcare recently held its annual Longevity Awards Banquet to recognize the outstanding commitment and service of team members who have dedicated decades to providing compassionate care and support to the community. The banquet brought together staff, leadership, and family members for an evening of celebration, gratitude, and camaraderie.
The Ozarks Healthcare Foundation is hosting its annual sheet sale, offering a perfect opportunity for holiday shopping while supporting healthcare in the community. The sale will run through Nov. 18 - 22, with all proceeds benefiting the Foundation’s mission to enhance healthcare services and wellness programs for the Ozarks region.
Ozarks Healthcare is pleased to announce Debbie Walker, registered nurse (RN), as the latest recipient of the prestigious DAISY (Diseases Attacking the Immune System) Award, recognizing her extraordinary compassion and commitment to patient care. The DAISY Award honors nurses who go above and beyond in delivering clinical skill and compassion to their patients.
Ozarks Healthcare is proud to announce a new partnership with Oncology Hematology Associates (OHA), bringing enhanced, comprehensive cancer care to the region. This collaboration will provide state-of-the-art oncology and hematology services to all patients, ensuring access to cutting-edge treatments close to home.
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