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Celebrating National Hospital Week May 11-17
May 12, 2025Saint Mary’s Regional Health System is proud to join the American Hospital Association and healthcare organizations around the country in celebrating National Hospital Week, which is observed May 11-17. Each May, National Hospital Week provides an opportunity to pause and honor the millions of healthcare professionals who dedicate their lives to taking care of…
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Saint Mary’s Marks National Nurses Month
May 07, 2025Saint Mary’s is proud to join the American Nurses Association (ANA) in celebrating National Nurses Month this May, in an expanded recognition of the positive impact our nurses have on the health and well-being of our community. National Nurses Week – observed annually May 6-12 – honors the men and women around the country who have dedicated their lives…
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Stroke Awareness and Mental Health Tips That May Improve Your Wellness
May 01, 2025May is a designated time for many important health observances, making it the perfect opportunity to refocus on your overall wellness and prioritize healthier habits. An important part of improving your health means paying attention to both your physical and mental well-being. And this month, there are two major health observances that are a great reminder to do just…
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Saint Mary's Hosts Drive-Through Resource Fair for Mental Health Awareness Month
April 29, 2025In recognition of Mental Health Awareness Month in May, Saint Mary’s is hosting a Drive-Through Mental Health Resource Fair on Friday, May 9, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at its behavioral health facility located at 1710 W C Place in Russellville. This free community event is designed to provide educational resources and information for…
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Saint Mary’s Publishes 2024 Community Benefit Report
April 23, 2025Report outlines hospital’s continued impact on health and economic vitality of the River Valley
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Walk with a Doc: Saint Mary’s Cardiologists Engage Community in Heart Health Conversation
April 14, 2025Community members are invited to take a step toward better health at Saint Mary’s upcoming Walk with a Doc event, featuring a casual one-mile walk led by local interventional cardiologists. The event will take place Monday, April 28 at 5:30 p.m., starting at Depot Park, located at 320 W. C St. in Russellville. This free, educational walk will begin with a brief…
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Saint Mary’s Celebrates First Quarter DAISY Award Winners
March 20, 2025Saint Mary’s Regional Health System is proud to announce the recipients of the first quarter DAISY Awards, recognizing excellence in nursing care and leadership. These awards honor nurses who demonstrate extraordinary clinical skill, compassion, and dedication to patients, families, and their colleagues. The DAISY Award for Extraordinary Nurses celebrates…
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Honoring Our Hospitalist Team at Saint Mary’s
March 19, 2025At Saint Mary’s Regional Health System, healing is more than a job—it’s a calling. No one understands that better than Dr. Ahmad Yousaf, Founder and CEO of Rock Medical Group—the dedicated team of hospitalists who care for patients at Saint Mary’s. In honor of National Hospitalist Day, observed earlier this month, we want to take a moment to…
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Celebrating Our Dedicated Team Members at the 2024 Service Award Banquet
March 11, 2025At Saint Mary’s Regional Health System, we recently gathered to celebrate the incredible individuals who help bring our mission of making communities healthier® to life each and every day. During our 2024 Service Award Banquet, we proudly recognized employees celebrating milestone anniversaries of 5, 10, 15, 20, 25 and 30 years of dedicated service.…
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Colon Cancer Awareness Month: Understanding Your Colonoscopy
March 01, 2025Have you had your colonoscopy? If you’re 45 or older, you’ve probably heard this question from someone you know – a doctor, a family member, or a health-conscious friend. More than 50,000 people die from colon cancer each year in the United States, and the disease may not have early symptoms. That’s why most people should talk with their provider…
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Saint Mary’s Introduces New Robotic-Assisted Surgical System
February 28, 2025Saint Mary’s Regional Health System is excited to introduce the da Vinci Xi Surgical Robot, bringing robotic-assisted surgery to the River Valley. This addition expands surgical options for patients, offering a minimally invasive approach to various procedures with benefits such as smaller incisions, greater precision, and faster recovery times. The da Vinci…
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Saint Mary’s Earns Inpatient Quality Incentive Award
February 17, 2025Saint Mary’s Regional Health System has been recognized by Arkansas Medicaid and the Arkansas Foundation for Medical Care (AFMC) as part of the annual Inpatient Quality Incentive (IQI) program. Saint Mary’s was honored for its dedication to the program for 10 or more years and its ongoing efforts to improve the health of Arkansans. The IQI program,…
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National Heart Month: Building Healthy Habits for a Healthy Heart
February 11, 2025February is American Heart Month – a time to celebrate all our hearts do for us, and to recognize what we can do to keep our hearts healthy. While the dangers of cardiovascular disease are real, the good news is that an estimated 80% of heart disease can be prevented. Simple awareness habits and changes in lifestyle can greatly reduce your heart risk, and help you catch problems earlier when they do occur. This month, treat your heart well with these healthy heart practices.
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The Story Behind Saint Mary’s: How One Moment of Care Created a Legacy
February 10, 2025For 100 years, Saint Mary’s Regional Health System has been a pillar of healing and service in the Arkansas River Valley. But beyond the hospital walls, new technology, and dedicated staff lies a story rooted in a single act of kindness—one that would shape the future of healthcare in this community for generations to come. A Moment That Changed…
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ER Nurse Carlee Minyard Sets New Stroke Care Record at Saint Mary’s
January 13, 2025Saint Mary’s Regional Health System is proud to celebrate ER nurse Carlee Minyard’s remarkable achievement of a 17-minute door-to-treatment time for stroke care—a new record for the hospital. “Time is always my number one thought because millions of neurons are lost every second during a stroke,” Carlee shared. “When a patient…
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Labor and Delivery Nurse Betsy Hankins Commemorates New Life Through Art
January 08, 2025For over two decades, Betsy Hankins, a labor and delivery nurse at Saint Mary’s, has lovingly created an annual artwork that records the names of every baby born at Saint Mary’s each year. This year, she proudly unveils her 25th commemorative board. Betsy has been a valued member of the Saint Mary’s family since 1996, bringing compassion and…
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Saint Mary’s ICU Receives DAISY Team Award for Outstanding Compassionate Care
December 18, 2024Saint Mary’s Regional Health System is proud to recognize the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) as the recipient of our very first DAISY Team Award. This prestigious honor was awarded in recognition of the exceptional care and unwavering compassion shown to a patient and her family during a challenging and emotional time. The DAISY Team Award, an extension of the…
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Getting the Most Out of Your Health Insurance
December 03, 2024Have you been putting off your annual doctor’s visit? Or perhaps even a needed screening or procedure? If you’ve been putting off care – whether it’s a recommended surgery, screening or simply your annual check-up – now’s the time to do it. Your health means everything. Taking care of it now is a great opportunity to really get the most…
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Celebrating 100 Years of Care and Community
December 02, 2024In 2025, Saint Mary’s Regional Health System will proudly celebrate a century of service to the Arkansas River Valley. From its founding in 1925 by Dr. R.L. Smith to its current role as a leading healthcare provider, this milestone is a celebration of the people, partnerships and progress that have defined our journey. A Legacy of Care: 100 Years of…
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Saint Mary’s Regional Health System Welcomes Interventional Cardiologist Dr. Sabeeda Kadavath
November 19, 2024Saint Mary’s Regional Health System is pleased to welcome Interventional Cardiologist Dr. Sabeeda Kadavath to the medical staff. Dr. Kadavath’s skill set will enhance the heart care services available to patients throughout the River Valley region. Dr. Kadavath offers a wide range of cardiovascular procedures, including coronary angiography, minimally…
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