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POPLAR BLUFF, MO – Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center (PBRMC) has earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval® and is now an Advanced Primary Stroke Center. PBRMC underwent a rigorous, onsite review in March 2023. During the visit, a Joint Commi...
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POPLAR BLUFF, MO, June 6, 2025 — The American College of Cardiology (ACC) has recognized Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center for its demonstrated expertise and commitment in treating patients with chest pain and those who come into the cardiac cath lab, including diagnostic catheterizations and percutaneous coronary interv...
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POPLAR BLUFF, MO – “They put me back together – literally,” said Lana Feldmeier. After surviving a direct hit to her home by a tornado on March 14, Lana was rushed to the emergency room at Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center with life-threatening injuries. A massive tree had crashed through her bedroom, landing directly on top of her and severing her right ear. With broken ribs, a fractured collarbone, and nerve damage i...
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POPLAR BLUFF, MO, April 8, 2025 – Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center (PBRMC) has marked a significant milestone in the advancement of surgical care, exceeding 2,600 robotic-assisted procedures. The less invasive robotic-assisted surgical system enables surgeons to per...
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Total Community Benefit of Estimated $224M in 2024 Poplar Bluff, MO (March 28, 2025) – Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center provided care to thousands of area residents in 2024, with more than 361,000 patient encounters across its network of physician clinics and other outpatient sites of care. In addition to delivering s...
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POPLAR BLUFF, MO – Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center (PBRMC) is announcing a series of initiatives throughout February in celebration of Heart Month, aimed at raising awareness about cardiovascular health and empowering our community to take proactive ...
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Providing a full complement of services to the community POPLAR BLUFF, MO – In 2025, Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center will celebrate its 100th anniversary of providing safe, quality care to the community. What started as a 25-bed hospital has grown to become a 410-licensed-bed facility across two campuses, including...
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POPLAR BLUFF, MO, November 8, 2024 – Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center (PBRMC) is excited to announce the launch of its new Nurse Extern Program, beginning November 8, 2024. This initiative, led by PBRMC’s Education Department, is designed to equip the next generation o...
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POPLAR BLUFF, MO, October 29, 2024 –– Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center (PBRMC) is proud to announce that it has achieved the highly prestigious international Baby-Friendly designation after a rigorous review process conducted by Baby-Friendly USA, the organization respo...
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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 t...
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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 assi...
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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...
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POPLAR BLUFF, MO – Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center (PBRMC) proudly announces the graduation of its first class of internal medicine residents. This momentous occasion will see six doctors complete their residency program , a milestone in both their p...
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POPLAR BLUFF, MO – With the arrival of warmer weather, Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center is reminding residents about the crucial steps to take if they or someone they know is bitten by a snake. Prompt and appropriate action can be lifesaving, and our hospital is prepared to provide expe...
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POPLAR BLUFF, MO – As May marks Stroke Awareness Month, Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center (PBRMC) is taking proactive steps to educate the community about the signs, symptoms, and prevention of strokes. Strokes are often misattributed to other conditions or medications, particularly when ...
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POPLAR BLUFF, MO – In the midst of a health crisis, April Eskew found herself in the hands of Hector Dox, M.D., cardiothoracic surgeon and member of the medical staff at Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center, whose experience and compassion guided her through a challenging ordeal. What appeared to be a case of the flu quickly escalated into pneumonia, leading to April's admission to Poplar Bluff Regional...
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POPLAR BLUFF, MO, May 1, 2024 – POPLAR BLUFF, MO - Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center (PBRMC) plays an integral role in Poplar Bluff and the surrounding communities thanks to the knowledgeable and compassionate people who work inside, which total more than 1,200 employees, including 4...
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POPLAR BLUFF, MO – In May, Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center wants to help women be the picture of health through Keep Your Selfie Healthy: A Women’s Health Week Challenge email series. Starting May 13, PBRMC will provide seven daily emails about women’s healt...
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POPLAR BLUFF, MO, April 2, 2024 – To help address hunger in our community and in celebration of National Peanut Butter and Jelly Day on April 2, Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center has donated more than 130,000 ounces, totaling 8,253 jars of peanut butter (and other nut butters) to SEMO Food Bank. The various departments of PBRMC earnestly embraced the peanut butter drive initi...
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Delivers essential medical services and broad impact to the larger community POPLAR BLUFF, MO, March 28, 2024 – Throughout 2023, Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center (PBRMC) played a vital role in helping people get well and live healthier at more than 331,000 patient encounters across its hospital and growing network of Regional Physician Services clinics and ot...
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POPLAR BLUFF, MO, March 1, 2024 – Cardiothoracic and vascular surgeon, Hector Dox, M.D., has joined the medical staff of Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center and the Cardiovascular Institute of Southern Missouri as part of Regional Physician Services. With an extensive cardiovascular background, Dr. Dox’ areas of focus include open heart surgery for coron...
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POPLAR BLUFF, MO, February 26, 2024 – Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center invites community members to join the hospital’s efforts to fight hunger by participating in the second annual Jars of Love Peanut Butter Drive benefitting SEMO Food Bank. Peanut butter is a sought-a...
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...isease Control and Prevention) estimates one person dies every 36 seconds from cardiovascular disease. But there are actions you can take right now to reduce the risk of heart disease. This February, Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center is marking American Heart Month and the 2024 leap year with its Leap into Heart Health educational email series. People who sign up will receive short, fun-filled, fact-filled, potentially life-savin...
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POPLAR BLUFF, Mo. (January 11, 2024) – Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center has named Missouri native Carla Rider DNP, MSN, MBA, RNC-LRN, as chief nursing officer, effective January 8. Rider joins the hospital from Texoma Medical Center in Denison, Texas, where she has been ...
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POPLAR BLUFF, MO – Zane Foust, R.N., of Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center was recently honored with The DAISY Award® For Extraordinary Nurses. The award is part of the DAISY Foundation's programs to recognize the super-human efforts nurses perform every day. The nomination...
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