SCMC Receives Five Stars

(Mountain View, Ark.) – Stone County Medical Center (SCMC) is proud to announce it has received a five star rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). This rating is re-evaluated quarterly. SCMC was the only facility in North Central Arkansas and only one of four hospitals in Ar

Vaccine Questions and Concerns

The Children's Clinic Activity Challenge 2021

It is time for The Children’s Clinic Activity Challenge!

Cockrill Welcomed as Executive Director of Cardiovascular Services

White River Health (WRHS) is pleased to welcome Doyle B. Cockrill, BSN, RN, CNOR, as Executive Director of Cardiovascular Services. As Executive Director of Cardiovascular Services, Doyle is responsible for managing Cardiology Services at WRMC, Cath Lab, Cardiac Rehab, and WRHS Cardiology Clinics.

Esophageal Cancer: Don’t Ignore that Burn in Your Throat

It goes without saying, your lungs and stomach are very important to your overall health. Unfortunately, cancers can develop in these organ systems due to repetitive exposure to irritants including alcohol, tobacco, and hot beverages.

Bowers Certified as a Mental Health First Aid Instructor

White River Health (WRHS) is pleased to announce the certification of Lindsey Bowers, BSW, MS, MRC, Director of Marketing for Behavioral Health, as a Mental Health First Aid Instructor. As an instructor, Lindsey can train community members to become Mental Health First Aiders.

Lambert Moves to New Location

Effective April 28, John Lambert, MD, FACS, General Surgeon, will be seeing patients at the Stone County Family Medicine Clinic located at 105 Case Commons Drive in Mountain View.

Sleep Makes Achieving Your Dreams Possible

Sleep is a complex, dynamic physiological process which facilitates critical bodily functions including memory formation, cognitive function, immune function, cardiovascular health, major restorative functions (protein synthesis, tissue repair, muscle growth), endocrine function, mood, etc. Until th

WRMC ENT Clinic Now Offering Inspire® Therapy for Obstructive Sleep Apnea

Dr. Douglas Gottschalk at the WRMC ENT Clinic offers Inspire therapy, a breakthrough obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) treatment option for those with difficulty using Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP) therapy.

WRMC Employee of the Year

White River Medical Center (WRMC) recently announced the selection of the 2020 Employee of the Year.

Families of Healthcare Workers During COVID-19

During this COVID-19 Pandemic, families of healthcare workers have faced major changes in their physical, psychological, and social wellbeing. While healthcare workers were on frontlines treating COVID patients, their spouses single-handedly dealt with household chores, running errands, helping with

WRHS CONTINUES PARTICIPATION IN NATIONAL ‘AGE-FRIENDLY HEALTH SYSTEMS’ INITIATIVE

White River Health (WRHS) continues their participation in a movement to become an Age-Friendly Health System. As an Age-Friendly Health System, WRHS has adopted a framework focused on the unique care needs of older adults.

WRMC Rheumatology Clinic Welcomes New Provider

WRMC Rheumatology Clinic is pleased to welcome Dr. Francis Nardella, Rheumatologist as a locums provider. Dr. Nardella will work alongside Caitlin Andryka, Physician Assistant.

Hidden Smoke: The Dangers of Passive Smoking

Smoking is a common pastime many enjoy. Most individuals encountered cigarettes during adolescents due to familial and peer influences. A couple cigarettes a day can easily progress to a couple packs per day as a result of the addictive nature of nicotine. This powerful neurochemical offers anecdota

COVID-19 1B and 1C Vaccination Information

​Governor Asa Hutchinson has updated the list of people eligible to receive the COVID-19 vaccine during the 1B and 1C phase of vaccination. Below is a detailed list of everyone currently eligible to receive the COVID-19 vaccine vaccination in the 1B and 1C phase.