Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center

🌡️ While staying active during summer is important, remember to stay hydrated, replenish your electrolytes, and adjust your routine to beat the heat. Dr. Lim shares tips to keep your heart healthy during heat waves: https://bit.ly/4dqfUwR #HeatwavesANDheartbeats #HeartHealthy

In June, PBRMC employees donated $560 to Poplar Bluff Bread Shed! Every month, our employees choose a local nonprofit to give back to through our Denim for Donations cause. Staff get to wear jeans on Fridays and raise funds for a local non-profit in need.

Stroke is the No. 5 cause of death and a leading cause of disability in the U.S. Early stroke detection and treatment are key to improving survival, minimizing disability and accelerating recovery times. PBRMC has received the American Heart Association’s Get With The Guidelines® - Stroke Silver Plus quality achievement award for its commitment to ensuring stroke patients receive the most appropriate treatment according to nationally recognized, research-based guidelines, ultimately leading to more lives saved and reduced disability. PBRMC also received the American Heart Association’s Target: Type 2 Honor Roll award, which aims to ensure patients with Type 2 diabetes receive the most up-to-date, evidence-based care when hospitalized due to stroke. The 411 on our awards here: https://bit.ly/4cU4jq3 #GetWithTheGuidelines #PBRMCproud

Our Rehabilitation Department (7th Floor) was recently thanked by various family and fellow church members of a recent patient. In a Thank-You letter addressed to the department, Pastor Randy Wiseman expressed his gratitude for the entire staff and a special thank-you to one of our nurses, Whitney Woodard, "who went the extra mile by personally making a cake for the patient's birthday." #patientcarefirst #HealthcareHeroes #PBRMCproud

You’ve probably heard of appendicitis… but there are several other possible causes of severe abdominal pain, like a gallbladder attack, bowel blockage, even a heart attack can cause pain in your abdomen. While many causes of stomach pain are minor and will pass - like gas, menstrual cramps, indigestion. But, if you have sudden, severe or stabbing pains that don’t go away, or that are accompanied by vomiting and high fever, don’t delay. Trust your gut instincts and call your doctor or get to the ER.

We recently celebrated the retirement of Dr. Mike Willis, RN/DNP, a dedicated member of Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center's family! Dr. Willis has served our community with distinction, most recently as the Manager of Education since June 2021. Before that, he contributed his expertise to our Emergency Department. His journey with PBRMC began much earlier; from April 2003 to July 2010, he served as an RN and later as the Education Director. An accomplished educator, Dr. Willis taught at Three Rivers College from July 2010 to April 2021, sharing his vast knowledge and passion for nursing. Holding a Doctorate in Nursing (DPN), he has made significant contributions to the field both in clinical and educational settings. Beyond his work at PBRMC, Dr. Willis dedicated several years to working on an ambulance and is a proud veteran. His wife, Dedra, continues to be a valued member of our lab team. Thank you, Dr. Willis, for your years of service, dedication, and commitment to excellence. We wish you all the best in your retirement! #Retirement #ThankYou #HealthcareHero #PBRMCproud

DID YOU KNOW there's about 7 weeks left before school starts? It's also a good time to check your health insurance deductible as you may have healthcare flexible spending account dollars for 2024 already. Use those resources to take care of your healthcare and make your appointment today: https://bit.ly/3pV5AX0

What’s been dubbed the fastest-growing sport in America led to more than 67,000 ER visits and 366,000 outpatient visits in 2023 alone. And the most common injuries? Sprains, strains and fractures. If you decide to hit the courts, make sure you warm up and stretch before picking up the paddle.

Exciting news! PBRMC proudly welcomed 8 new Internal Medicine residents, bringing our total to 20 Graduate Medical Education (GME) residents. These dedicated individuals have worked incredibly hard to earn their white coats. Through our GME program, we not only create a pipeline for bringing top-quality physicians to Southeast Missouri, but also establish lifelong partners with a deep understanding of our culture, mission, and belief in patient-centered care. Welcome aboard! #MedicalExcellence #FutureDoctors #HealthcareHeroes #GME

Wishing our Poplar Bluff and surrounding community a happy—and safe—Fourth of July!