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  • Saint Mary’s Honors Labor and Delivery Nurse Haley Stanton with DAISY Award

    November 14, 2024

    Saint Mary's Regional Health System is proud to announce that Haley Stanton, RN, a compassionate and dedicated nurse in the Labor and Delivery unit, has been honored with the DAISY Award for Extraordinary Nurses. This prestigious recognition highlights Haley’s exceptional commitment to patient care, her calming presence and her unwavering support during one…

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  • Lung Cancer Screening: What You Should Know

    November 12, 2024

    Lung cancer is the second-most common cancer in the United States, and the most common cause of cancer-related death. While many things contribute to your risk of developing lung cancer – such as your genes, your family history of cancer, and exposure to carcinogenic substances like asbestos – cigarette smoking is the number one risk factor. The vast majority…

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  • Choosing Quality of Life: Annette Smith's Orthopedic Journey at Saint Mary's

    November 07, 2024

    After suffering from chronic hip pain for two years, Annette Smith, Saint Mary’s Health Information Management Director, turned to some familiar faces for help. Today, she’s pain-free and thriving. Annette’s experience deepened her appreciation for the exceptional care at Saint Mary’s.

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  • Saint Mary’s Volunteer Kathryn Kinsey Honored as 2024 Auxilian of the Year 

    November 06, 2024

    Saint Mary’s Regional Health System proudly announces that Kathryn Kinsey, a dedicated member of the Saint Mary’s Auxiliary, has been named the Arkansas Hospital Auxiliary Association’s (AHAA) 2024 Auxilian of the Year. This prestigious honor, awarded to auxiliary members across the state who embody the highest standards of volunteerism, reflects…

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  • Saint Mary’s Behavioral Health Unit Celebrates 13 Years of Compassionate Mental Health Care

    October 29, 2024

    Saint Mary’s Regional Health System recently celebrated the 13th anniversary of Turning Point Behavioral Health. For over a decade, this unit has served as a vital resource for the River Valley community, providing compassionate care to individuals facing mental health challenges. Since its inception in 2011, the Behavioral Health Unit has been dedicated to…

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  • Saint Mary's Hosts After-Hours Mammogram Event

    October 17, 2024

    At Saint Mary’s, we believe that taking care of your health should be convenient, comfortable and—dare we say it—fun! That’s why we were thrilled to host our annual After-Hours Mammogram Event on October 16, and we couldn’t be happier with how the evening turned out. From delicious treats to essential health screenings, it was a wonderful mix…

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  • Saint Mary’s Regional Health System Enhances Safety with New Security Doors on Women’s and Children’s Unit

    October 15, 2024

    Saint Mary’s Regional Health System is pleased to announce the installation of new security doors on our Women’s and Children’s Unit, reinforcing our unwavering commitment to the safety of our patients, visitors and staff. This upgrade is part of our ongoing efforts to create a secure and calm environment, ensuring the highest quality of care for every…

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  • Saint Mary’s Regional Health System Hosts USTTI Delegation to Share Telemedicine Expertise

    October 07, 2024

    Saint Mary’s Regional Health System recently welcomed an international delegation from the United States Telecommunication Training Institute (USTTI) to explore the role of telemedicine and share best practices on implementing digital health programs. Representatives from USTTI, hailing from countries including Ethiopia, Cambodia and Uganda, visited Saint…

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  • After-Hours Mammogram Event at Saint Mary’s – October 16

    September 30, 2024

    This Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Saint Mary’s is making it easier to prioritize breast health with a special after-hours mammogram event on Wednesday, October 16 from 4:45 to 7:30 p.m., by appointment only, at Saint Mary’s Regional Outpatient Department located at 1808 W. Main St., Russellville. This event offers an opportunity to get screened at a convenient time outside of typical business hours, with appointments available every five minutes.

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  • Saint Mary’s Regional Health System Welcomes Interventional Cardiologist Dr. Surbhi Chamaria 

    September 17, 2024

    Dr. Chamaria brings extensive experience in advanced cardiovascular care, further enhancing the services available to the River Valley community.

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  • Saint Mary's Regional Health System Names 2024 Mercy Award Winner

    August 19, 2024

    Obstetrics Scrub Technician Nicole Sweet recognized for demonstrating compassion and unwavering commitment to helping others 

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  • Healthy Back-to-School Habits: Preparing for a Successful School Year

    August 19, 2024

    As summer break comes to an end, there’s a lot to accomplish in preparation for the new school year. The two most important things to do may seem fairly routine, but that doesn’t make them any less of a priority: schedule annual physicals for you and your family and get up to date on immunizations. Routine wellness checks are essential to your family’s…

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  • Celebrating Compassion: Karrie Stevens, RN, Honored with DAISY Award

    August 08, 2024

    At Saint Mary’s Regional Health System, we believe that exceptional care extends beyond medical expertise—it’s also about the compassion and dedication our nurses bring to their patients and their families. We are pleased to spotlight Karrie Stevens, RN, who has been honored with the prestigious DAISY Award.

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  • Seeing Double in Saint Mary's ICU - The Barnes Twins

    August 06, 2024

    Patients in Saint Mary’s Intensive Care Unit are seeing double and for good reason. Identical twin sisters, London and Olivia Barnes, have recently begun their careers as nurses. This dynamic duo, born and raised in Russellville, has made a unique mark on their community by choosing to serve it together. 

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  • 11 Nurses at Saint Mary’s Recognized for Excellence in Stroke Care

    July 31, 2024

    We are incredibly proud to recognize these outstanding nurses for their exceptional contributions to stroke care at Saint Mary's. These dedicated individuals are part of our Stroke Champion Club, achieving top scores on the stroke scale and administering life-saving medication quickly. Their combined average time from door to treatment was an impressive 37 minutes. We are grateful for their commitment and proud to celebrate their achievements in improving patient care and outcomes.

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  • Saint Mary’s Regional Health System Welcomes Family Practitioner Dr. Breanna Harris

    July 30, 2024

    Saint Mary’s Regional Health System is pleased to announce the addition of Breanna Harris, MD, MPH to the medical staff. Dr. Harris will join us starting August 1, bringing her extensive expertise in family medicine and pediatric care to our community.

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  • Saint Mary’s Regional Health System is nationally recognized for its commitment to providing high-quality stroke care

    July 29, 2024

    Saint Mary’s Regional Health System has received the American Heart Association’s Get With The Guidelines® - Stroke Gold Plus quality achievement award for its commitment to ensuring stroke patients receive the most appropriate treatment according to nationally recognized, research-based guidelines, ultimately leading to more lives saved and reduced disability.

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  • Celebrating Grover's 101st Birthday at Saint Mary's

    July 23, 2024

    Saint Mary's Regional Medical Center recently had the honor of celebrating a special milestone with one of its beloved rehabilitation patients, Grover, who turned 101 years old. The celebration was marked by heartfelt moments, laughter and a homemade cake from occupational therapist and clinical coordinator, Kyle Jones.

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  • Saint Mary’s Regional Health System Welcomes New Provider, Dr. Jim Chen

    July 15, 2024

    Saint Mary’s Regional Health System welcomes Jim Chen, MD, to our medical staff. Dr. Chen specializes in medical oncology and hematology, bringing expertise in genitourinary oncology and bone marrow biopsies. Fluent in English and Chinese, he is now accepting new patients. Call 479.456.9011 to schedule an appointment.

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  • Casey Willis named CEO of Saint Mary’s Regional Health System

    June 06, 2024

    Saint Mary’s Regional Health System, a Lifepoint Health hospital, announced that Casey Willis has been named its new chief executive officer (CEO), effective June 10. Willis comes to Saint Mary’s from National Park Medical Center (NPMC) located in Hot Springs. "Casey is an exceptional leader whose dedication and expertise have consistently driven positive…

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