New Provider Announced at the Children’s Clinic

Katie Webb, APRN, is accepting patients at White River Health Pediatrics, previously known as The Children’s Clinic, located at 1700 Harrison Street, Suite N.

After Hours Clinic Opens

White River Health Family Care, located at 1215 Sidney Street, Suite 300 in Batesville, began offering After Hours care January 3rd. The clinic extended hours Monday through Friday until 11PM. No appointments are necessary, and walk-ins are welcome after 5 PM. For more information or to make an a

Welcome New Years baby of 2023

Make Sweet Dreams a Top Priority

White River Medical Center Uses Technology to Ensure Patient Safety

White River Health’s White River Medical Center (WRMC) is finding new ways to ensure the safety of their patients. Telesitter uses video and audio monitoring to provide constant monitoring to patients requiring additional assistance. Many hospitals across the county are adopting this technology and

Dr. Allgood to Retire, Dr. Ko Welcomed

Dr. John Allgood, Radiation Oncologist at White River Health, has announced his plans for retirement. He is currently in practice at White River Health Cancer Center, previously known as WRMC Cancer Care Center. Dr. Allgood will continue seeing patients until the end of the year. Dr. Stephen Ko, R

Health Matters Podcast- Holiday Blues

Today, we interview Pat Mulick, Ph.D., as he discusses the “holiday blues”. What it is and how we can help if we or someone we know is suffering from them?

Health Matters Podcast

Each month, host Joel Williams profiles a different health topic to improve the quality of life of Arkansans.

Thomas Appointed as SCMC Chief Operating Officer

Gary Paxson, President and CEO of White River Health is excited to introduce Kathy Thomas, MSN, RN, CPHRM, CHC, as the new Vice President and Chief Operating Officer (COO) and Chief Safety Officer at Stone County Medical Center (SCMC).

WRH 5K Successful

White River Health recently wrapped up the annual 5K Run/Walk. The event brought 174 registered runners and walkers, 60 virtual participants, and raised over $20,000 to support local schools’ food pantries.

National Safe Sleep Hospital Certification Program Recognizes White River Health

White River Health, White River Medical Center is recognized as a Gold Safe Sleep Hospital, the highest designation, by the National Safe Sleep Hospital Certification Program for their commitment to infant safe sleep best practices and education. The National Safe Sleep Hospital Certification Progra

WRH Foundation Golf Event Benefits Cancer Treatment Services

The White River Health Foundation Golf Classic raised more than $107,000 for White River Health Cancer Detection and Treatment Services. On Saturday, September 17, 27 teams competed at The Course at Eagle Mountain. The Golf Classic was sponsored by 44 businesses and individuals.

2022 HealthFirst Women’s Health Event Announced

Fall is returning to Batesville, and with that comes HealthFirst, the annual women’s health event hosted by White River Health (WRH) and First Community Bank (FCB). FCB and WRH have partnered to offer an event focused on women’s health. For the first time since the start of COVID-19, this year’s He

The Short and Sweet of Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus

Tyeler Barker, MD; second-year resident at White River Health; discusses type-2 diabetes.

Stone County Primary Care Clinic Announces New Provider

The Stone County Primary Care Clinic, soon to be the White River Health Family Care, is proud to welcome Robin Franke, APRN, FNP-C. Robin is currently seeing patients. As an APRN, Robin will provide primary care, including wellness exams, to patients of all ages. She is focused on providing quality