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POPLAR BLUFF, MO, September 30, 2024 -- General Surgeon Emad Amirhom, M.D., has joined the medical staff of Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center. "Helping patients overcome diseases, and in some cases, curing them of cancer through surgery, is my true passion.” Dr. Amirhom said. “I am eager to collaborate with the medical team to ensure that my patients receive the highest level of care. Building a strong doctor-patient relationship is essential to their well-being and is critical in the healing p... ... Read More
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Early Detection and Treatment of Breast Cancer Gives Best Chance of Survival POPLAR BLUFF, MO, September 19, 2024 – The American College of Radiology now recommends women who are at average risk for breast cancer get screening mammograms annually starting at age 40 for women of average risk. The recommendations are in response to the increase in breast cancer diagnoses in younger women and high mortality rates in Black women. Here in Missouri, breast cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer – more t... ... Read More
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POPLAR BLUFF, MO – In recognition of Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month, Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center’s Leaves of Hope Bereavement Program invites the community to a special Lantern Ceremony, offering an evening of remembrance, healing, and support. This heartfelt event aims to honor the lives lost too soon and provide comfort to families who have experienced the loss of a pregnancy or infant. The Lantern Ceremony will occur on Tuesday, October 15, at 6:30 p.m., by the hospital’s pond. At... ... Read More
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POPLAR BLUFF, MO — Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center (PBRMC) has welcomed Tony Torres as its new chief operating officer (COO), effective September 9, 2024. Torres joins PBRMC with years of operation experience, most recently serving as the market assistant chief executive officer for the AllianceHealth Durant and Madill hospitals in Southeastern Oklahoma. Previously, Torres served as an assistant administrator at Longview Regional Medical Center in Longview, Texas. He has helped hospitals advance se... ... Read More
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POPLAR BLUFF, MO – In the Fall of 2023, Mike Miller experienced a heart attack, an event that took him by surprise. He was taken to Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center’s ER, where the medical team took prompt action. Roland Njoh, M.D., interventional cardiologist and member of the medical staff of Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center, placed a stent, and Miller was discharged the next day, feeling “grateful that everything had gone smoothly.” A year later, Mike started having some discomfort and soon l... ... Read More
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POPLAR BLUFF, MO – As we approach the flu season, Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center is encouraging everyone to prioritize respiratory hygiene to maintain a healthy community. Simple preventive measures can go a long way in keeping ourselves and our loved ones healthy during the Fall and Winter seasons. To help reduce the spread of common respiratory illnesses, the hospital emphasizes the following practices: Cough or sneeze into a tissue: Covering your mouth and nose with a tissue when you cough or s... ... Read More
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POPLAR BLUFF, MO --Interventional Cardiologist Shazib Sagheer, M.D., has joined the medical staff of Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center. Dr. Sagheer's approach to patient care is guided by his motto: "Saving lives, improving lives and prolonging lives." He is passionate about delivering the highest quality care to his patients, prioritizing patient safety and effectiveness in every procedure. Dr. Sagheer graduated from Aga Khan University Medical College in Pakistan. He completed his internal medicine... ... Read More
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POPLAR BLUFF, MO -- Bariatric, Foregut and General Surgeon Luis Pina, M.D., has joined the medical staff of Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center. “I’m looking forward to working at PBRMC because its goals align with my principles as a surgeon: treating the community and providing the best care to patients,” Dr. Pina said. “Having completed my surgical training in rural Pennsylvania, I know the need for excellent care in rural areas and the challenges of practicing surgery in remote locations. PBRMC offe... ... Read More
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POPLAR BLUFF, MO – The midpoint of the year is a good time to review health insurance policies to ensure you will get the most out of plan benefits, especially if you have already met the annual deductible. Many insurance plans will cover most, if not all, costs for eligible medical procedures and treatments once an individual meets the deductible and out of pocket maximum, making the second half of the year an opportune time to schedule any necessary or elective medical procedures that may have been po... ... Read More
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POPLAR BLUFF, MO – Dr. David Wood, a primary care provider from Regional Physician Services-Primary Care in Poplar Bluff, has emphasized the crucial role that healthy lunches play in enhancing students' academic performance. "Lunches have become more healthy and more balanced," said Dr. Wood, attributing this positive shift to numerous government initiatives aimed at improving children's nutrition and overall well-being. Dr. Wood pointed out that a well-balanced lunch not only provides the necessary ene... ... Read More
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