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Bothwell’s Kiburz recognized by UCM
Dr. Douglas Kiburz, orthopedic surgeon at Bothwell Orthopedics & Sports Medicine, recently received the Bob and Sandy Russell Service Award from the University of Central Missouri (UCM) Athletic Training program. The award recognizes an individual who donates their time, talent and resources for the betterment of the program. Dr. Brian Hughes, program director and professor,…
Read MoreFROM THE EXPERT | The secret to a longer, lasting life
There is an old saying, “If I had known I was going to live this long I would have taken better care of myself.” Life is short and we are only guaranteed one day at a time. Exercise is one factor we can control that can increase the number and quality of those days. Exercise…
Read MoreFROM THE EXPERT | Answers to common neurological questions
Neurology is a fascinating field that encompasses medical conditions involving the brain, spinal cord, peripheral nerves and muscles. Disease involving any of these structures can affect the way you think or feel and can significantly impact your ability to function in daily life. As a neurologist, I frequently encounter questions regarding stroke, dementia and Parkinson’s…
Read MoreNew, faster imaging services for patients
Thanks to funding from the Bothwell Foundation, Bothwell Regional Health Center’s hospital CT scanner has been replaced, and the Oncology department scanner in the Susan O’Brien Fischer Cancer Center has been upgraded. The improvements provide faster and more accurate information for diagnosing and treating patients’ illnesses and injuries. In 2022, the foundation awarded over $1.2…
Read MoreConnecting through exercise
The Cardiac Rehabilitation team at Bothwell Regional Health Center has launched a community exercise program that is open to adults of all ages. The purpose behind the program is to educate people on the importance of exercise, provide a safe place to exercise and offer participants a way to connect with others. Melanie Davis, Cardiac…
Read MoreBothwell Regional Health Center to host blood drive May 5
Bothwell Regional Health Center will host a blood drive from 10:30 am to 3 pm May 5 in the Bothwell Education Center at 600 E. 14th in conjunction with Community Blood Center. Appointments are preferred, and walk-ins will be accepted as capacity allows. To make an appointment, visit https://donate.savealifenow.org/donor/schedules/drive_schedule/78777 or call Lisa Nelson at 816-216-4771.…
Read MoreBothwell to offer Safe Sitter class May 20
Bothwell Regional Health Center will offer a childcare education course for pre-teens on Saturday, May 20. Bothwell’s Safe Sitter class is for students in grades 6 through 8 to be safe when they’re home alone, watching younger siblings or babysitting. Students will learn indoor, outdoor, online and personal safety skills; child development and childcare routines,…
Read MoreNassar receives DAISY Award
Bothwell Regional Health Center recently presented its latest DAISY Award for Extraordinary Nurses to Stacey Nassar. The DAISY Award is for patients and their families to nominate nurses who give outstanding, compassionate and skillful care. Nassar, a Registered Nurse (RN) since 2017 in Women’s Health and Newborn Care was nominated by Brittany Rieves. “I recently…
Read MoreBothwell receives CuddleCot cooling device for pregnancy loss
The Blake Wagner Foundation recently donated a CuddleCot cooling pad and Moses basket to the Women’s Health and Newborn Care unit at Bothwell Regional Health Center. The portable device provides families who have experienced pregnancy loss the opportunity to spend additional time with their baby. Pregnancy loss includes miscarriage, which is the loss of a…
Read MoreRegistration for Bothwell Foundation Lub Dub open
New “Let’s Get Ready to Lub Dub” 10-week challenge added Registration for the Bothwell Foundation’s Lub Dub 5K/10K Walk/Run is open and the event features a new free 10-week challenge. The “Let’s Get Ready to Lub Dub” challenge is a partnership with Sedalia Parks and Recreation and designed to provide motivation and support in a…
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