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POPLAR BLUFF, MO – Many of us are looking for ways to make the most of our household budgets and can sometimes forget that we have healthcare benefits available. Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center (PBRMC) reminds residents that your health insurance deductible is an asset that shouldn’t go to waste. Patients often face higher out-of-pocket costs at the start of the year. However, if you’ve already met your deductible, your insurance plan is currently providing its maximum level of coverage. “This is a... ... Read More

Poplar Bluff native and chamber president Steve Halter’s journey back to pain-free mobility led him to trusted, high-quality care right in his own community. After years of joint wear and severe pain, he chose Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center (PBRMC) to repair a torn meniscus and regain his active lifestyle. As a lifelong runner who spent years working on hard concrete floors, Steve Halter pushed his joints to the limit. Over time, the wear and tear escalated into severe knee pain that disrupted his... ... Read More

POPLAR BLUFF, MO – After a four-year absence, urology services are returning to Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center, giving patients throughout Southeast Missouri renewed access to specialized urologic care close to home. Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center welcomes Anuj Chopra, M.D., and Kris Carlson, M.D., to its medical staff as the hospital reestablishes its urology service line. The return of urology services expands access to specialty care in the region and gives both adult and children patient... ... Read More

New to Southeast Missouri, St. Louis native Melissa Jones had just moved to the area when she and her husband, Calen, found out they were expecting their third child. They began searching for a hospital where caregivers understand the benefits of skin-to-skin contact and know how to safely provide it. Skin-to-skin contact is the practice of placing a newborn directly on their mother’s chest immediately after birth, promoting bonding while helping regulate baby’s temperature, heart rate and breathing. Af... ... Read More

By Grace Keathley, PA-C When it comes to maintaining good health, it takes a multidisciplinary team of providers to provide health care. It’s not unusual for your preventive care regime to include regular visits to more than one doctor or specialist involved in treating chronic conditions: a family physician, an obstetrician or gynecologist, an allergist, dermatologist, orthopedist or cardiologist, for example. However, it’s important to have one team leader quarterbacking your health care, so to s... ... Read More

Wentzville Man Praises Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center Team Richard “Rick” Lovall of Wentzville, Missouri, experienced a life-changing medical emergency while attending a conference in Poplar Bluff in June 2026. After suffering a transient ischemic attack (TIA or mini-stroke) in his hotel room, his son called 911. Emergency responders arrived quickly, providing both urgent care and reassurance during a frightening moment. “They did everything in their power to save my life and keep my family calm a... ... Read More

American College of Cardiology NCDR Chest Pain ̶ MI Registry Platinum Performance Achievement Award recognizes sustained, high level performance in quality of care POPLAR BLUFF, MO – Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center (PBRMC) has received the American College of Cardiology’s NCDR Chest Pain ̶ MI Registry Platinum Performance Achievement Award for 2026. PBRMC is one of only 350 hospitals nationwide to receive the honor. The award recognizes PBRMC’s commitment and success in implementing a higher standa... ... Read More

The American Heart Association presents the Get With The Guidelines® awards for proven dedication to best practices, life-saving care POPLAR BLUFF, MO, July 16, 2026 — Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center (PBRMC) has received two American Heart Association Get With The Guidelines® achievement awards, recognizing the hospital’s commitment to following the latest, evidence-based guidelines for the treatment of strokes. These efforts help improve patient outcomes, support recovery, and reduce hospital read... ... Read More

After years of chronic back pain, Malden native Phil Santie, 80, underwent back surgery earlier this year performed by orthopedic spine surgeon, Jonathan Workman, D.O., of Regional Physician Services. Santie suffered chronic pain stemming from a previous back injury and an active youth playing football and baseball. He began experiencing worsening symptoms, including nerve complications and limited circulation to his legs. “My back had gotten to the point where the pain was constant and debilitating,” S... ... Read More

POPLAR BLUFF, MO - Hernias continue to represent one of the most prevalent medical conditions in the United States, affecting an estimated five million Americans living with the condition. Hernia repair is one of the most frequently performed surgeries nationwide. A hernia occurs when tissue or an organ pushes past muscle and pops out, creating a bulge. Hernias usually happen in the abdominal area or groin. The bulge can appear when a person’s body is in certain positions or when they’re doing certain p... ... Read More