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POPLAR BLUFF, MO – Start the New Year right by committing to you in 2022. Simple actions can make a big impact on your health over time. David Wood, D.O., a primary care physician with Regional Physician Services, shares a few to consider this year. Connect with others . Spend time with friends, family and those you care about. You’ll benefit your mental well-being and your physical health. Studies show that people who have close friends and family are healthier and live much longer than those who do no... ... Read More

As another year comes to an end, I am saying thank you to the people who keep healthcare moving forward in Poplar Bluff and the surrounding area. Top of mind for me is a thank you to the outstanding members of our employee team at Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center (PBRMC). They are the foundation of our ability to deliver safe, quality healthcare and they continue going above and beyond in this second year of the pandemic. They attend to the ebb and flow of patient surges and adjust to ever-changing ... ... Read More

Juan Carlos Ruiz Diaz, M.D., has joined the medical staff of Regional Physician Services, part of Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center. Dr. Ruiz Diaz is board certified in cardiology, echocardiography, nuclear cardiology and internal medicine. He completed residency training at the Jacobi Medical Center in Bronx, New York, and completed a cardiovascular disease fellowship at the Westchester Medical Center in Valhalla, New York. He received his medical degree from Universidad Francisco Marroquin in Guate... ... Read More

Each year, nearly a million people spend the holiday season trapped in a form of depression called winter-onset seasonal affective disorder (SAD). SAD affects people in cyclical patterns, most often beginning in October or November, with depression lasting through early May. During this period, those afflicted with SAD may experience mild, moderate and sometimes severe levels of depression. Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center’s behavioral health director, Randy DeProw, warns that SAD is, in fact, a for... ... Read More

Recipe for staying on track no matter what’s cooking POPLAR BLUFF, MO – Diabetes affects nearly 30 million people in the United States – a stunning 10 percent of the overall population. And recent research reveals that diabetes is now the third leading cause of death, not the seventh, as was previously thought. Early diagnosis and treatment is critical to preventing irreversible damage to your health and longevity, so awareness and access to care are the key areas of focus. “Appropriate medical manageme... ... Read More

POPLAR BLUFF, MO – If you’ve put off seeing your doctor for fear of catching or spreading the COVID-19 virus, Dr. Edward Reese wants you to know it’s safe and important to come in. “Depending on your situation you may feel that your health is wonderful or unfairly difficult. Regardless of your current situations, meeting with a health care provider regularly will help reduce uncertainty and health risks,“ said Dr. Edward Reese, M.D., Regional Physician Services Primary Care Provider. “I encourage you to... ... Read More

POPLAR BLUFF, MO - Certified Family Nurse Practitioner, Amy Pennington has joined the medical staff of Regional Physician Services with Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center (PBRMC). “Being a nurse practitioner is the best and highest pursuit of a life’s work for someone who loves problem solving. I wanted to do something in my career that was challenging, interesting, and made a difference in people's lives,” said Pennington. “I love the close relationship that I have with my patients.” Pennington gradu... ... Read More

POPLAR BLUFF, MO - In celebration of Veterans Day, Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center (PBRMC) is celebrating the staff who have served and are currently serving in the United States Military. “PBRMC celebrates and honors our veterans in our community. We are fortunate and privileged to have many veterans and current military personnel in our employee ranks that carry the dignity and pride in everything they do to serve our community,” said CEO Rick Naegler. Among the 100+ Veteran staff is Emergency De... ... Read More

2022 is fast-approaching: scheduling necessary appointments, tests and surgeries now can maximize your health plan benefits With less than two months left in the year, now is the time to check the status of health plan deductibles and schedule necessary appointments, recommended testing and surgeries before December 31. Most health insurance plans have a deductible requirement—a predetermined amount of health care expenses that must be covered before the plan begins paying the majority of expenses relat... ... Read More

Recognize the signs and get help immediately A severe headache, difficulty seeing, confusion or fumbling to find words. These stroke symptoms are often mistakenly blamed on other illnesses or medications—especially when they occur in people younger than age 65. Stroke Happens at Any Age Learn the signs and act FAST Face: Ask the person to smile. Does one side of the face droop? Arms: Ask the person to raise both arms. Does one arm drift downward? Speech: Ask the person to repeat a simple phrase. Is the ... ... Read More