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Certified Family Nurse Practitioner Jamie Murray has joined the medical staff of Regional Physician Services, part of Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center (PBRMC). Murray previously worked at PBRMC as a registered nurse for 15 years in the ICU and cardiac cath lab before continuing her education becoming a nurse practitioner.  As a nurse practitioner, she spent time working with cardiologists before moving and practicing in primary care. Murray graduated from Walden University in Minneapolis, MN, w... ... Read More

As we close another successful year here at Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center, it is time to reflect on all the success our dedicated care team has provided to our community.  As we continue to come out of a major pandemic, our health care landscape continues to challenge all of us in our ability to stay ahead of the overall healthcare needs of our community. The one thing that has stayed consistent is the drive, dedication and compassion given to our patients throughout our Poplar Bluff he... ... Read More

POPLAR BLUFF, Mo – Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center announced that Registered Nurse Angela Daggett has been selected to receive its Nursing Excellence Award. The Nursing Excellence Award was created to honor the critical role nurses have played in treating patients throughout the pandemic. The peer-nominated award program was open to qualifying RNs and LPNs working in a direct patient care position who consistently demonstrate characteristics synonymous with nursing excellence. These characteristics... ... Read More

POPLAR BLUFF, Mo – Millions of Americans struggle with seasonal depression, or Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), each year. Commonly brought on during the fall and winter, the condition can occur during any seasonal change and last as long as four or five months. People with SAD may feel lethargic or moody and tend to sleep more. Symptoms also can include social withdrawal, trouble concentrating, weight gain, and feelings of depression. According to the National Institute of Mental Health, women and th... ... Read More

POPLAR BLUFF, MO – Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center (PBRMC) will be conducting an active shooter drill partnering with area emergency responders on Tuesday, December 6. The drill will begin at 2 p.m. and is expected to be end within a few hours. The exercise will simulate, as much as possible, an active-shooter response from local law enforcement, fire departments and emergency medical services personnel. The drill will be realistic with loud commands, alarms, sirens and evacuations. Patient care wi... ... Read More

Sara Rose, PA -C, has joined the medical staff of Regional Physician Services Orthopedics. Rose started her journey to becoming a physician assistant right here at Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center and after graduating PA school and practicing in different towns, has decided to “come back home.” She previously worked at Mercy Hospital in Springfield, MO, with their orthopedic trauma surgery team. Rose graduated with her Master of Science in physician assistant studies from Missouri State University i... ... Read More

POPLAR BLUFF, Mo - Board-Certified Family Nurse Practitioner, Holly Adams, FNP-BC, has joined the medical staff of Regional Physician Servicers Gastroenterology and Liver Disease Clinic. Adams has an extensive nursing background working in various fields including pediatrics, outpatient surgery and gastroenterology, specifically as an endoscopy registered nurse at Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center (PBRMC) and as a family nurse practitioner in the clinic setting.   She graduated with her Bachelor... ... Read More

Parallel between military service and healthcare is rooted in a greater mission 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. “Veterans day is a special day to recognize and thank our PBRMC Veteran employees. Honor, sacrifice, duty, commitment, are just some of the common values that each Veteran carries with him/herself,” said CEO Rick Naegler. “We are so f... ... Read More

Schedule appointments, tests and surgeries to maximize your health plan benefits before year end As the holidays approach, it’s easy to forget to take advantage of your insurance benefits. Now is a good time to review your outstanding health care needs and take full advantage of paid-up deductibles or available funds in Flexible Spending Accounts while you still can. “In considering their health care needs, people should also consider the best strategy for using their available health insurance plan ben... ... Read More

Early diagnosis, treatment key to COPD management By Dr. Mohanad Alfaqih, M.D. Can’t seem to catch your breath? Huffing and puffing after your daily exercise? Is that rumbling cough becoming more and more frequent? Shortness of breath and decreased cardiovascular fitness are often attributed to being out of shape or “just getting old.” Don’t be so quick to dismiss breathing difficulties — they may signal the onset of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, a serious respiratory condition. Chronic obstruc... ... Read More