News Releases

Clinton, Mo. – (​Sept. 11, 2025​) – Golden Valley Memorial Healthcare (GVMH) is proud to recognize Dave Roberts this month for his outstanding work as a member of our Security team.   Dave joined in 2022 as a Security Guard and has gone the extra mile to ensure a safe and caring environment for patients and […]

Clinton, MO. – Sept. 4, 2025 – Golden Valley Memorial Healthcare is pleased to welcome Melissa Journot, DPM, AACFAS, Podiatrist. Journot specializes in diagnosing and treating foot and ankle conditions, with expertise in sports medicine, reconstructive surgery and comprehensive podiatric care. She brings a strong clinical background, advanced training and a commitment to helping patients […]

Golden Valley Memorial Healthcare Foundation will host its fifth annual Golden Golf Classic on Friday, Oct. 17, 2025, at Meadow Lake Golf Club in Clinton, and this year’s event comes with a festive Halloween theme: “Frights and Fairways.” The event features a four-person scramble tournament with both morning and afternoon rounds available. Participants can also […]

Clinton, MO. – (Aug. 21, 2025) – Project Connect is a free, one-day event designed to connect community members with essential health services, support programs and critical resources. Hosted by CHART, Compass Health Network, Golden Valley Memorial Healthcare and the Pediatric Place Family First Initiative, and sponsored by ToRCHLink funding, the event will take place […]

Clinton, MO. – (Aug. 21, 2025) – Golden Valley Memorial Healthcare (GVMH) is excited to announce the launch of its updated Patient Portal — known as the myGVMH Portal. Designed to provide a more intuitive and user-friendly experience, the enhanced portal makes it easier than ever for patients to access and manage their health information. […]

Clinton, MO. – (Aug. 21, 2025) – Golden Valley Memorial Healthcare (GVMH) is pleased to welcome Eric Villarreal, MD, Family Medicine, to its Clinton Clinic. As a Family Medicine Physician, Dr. Villarreal provides comprehensive primary care to patients of all ages, with a focus on preventive health, chronic disease management and patient education. He brings […]

Clinton, MO. – (Aug. 14, 2025) – Golden Valley Memorial Healthcare (GVMH) is proud to recognize Whitney McEwan as its August Employee of the Month. McEwan joined GVMH in 2021 as a Registered Nurse in the Infusion Center and has been a valued member of the team ever since. Her dedication, compassion and unwavering commitment […]

Clinton, MO. – (Aug. 14, 2025) – Golden Valley Memorial Healthcare (GVMH) is pleased to welcome Arthur Evensen, DPM, Podiatrist. As a podiatrist, Evensen specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of foot and ankle conditions, including wound care, diabetic foot management and lower extremity surgery. He is highly experienced in managing complex cases and focuses […]

Clinton, MO. – (July 24, 2025) – Golden Valley Memorial Healthcare (GVMH) is proud to recognize the remarkable career and upcoming retirement of Dr. Gus Wetzel II, who will officially retire on July 31, 2025, after more than five decades of dedicated service to our patients and community. Dr. Gus Wetzel II began his medical career in 1972 […]

Clinton, Mo. – (July 15, 2025) – Golden Valley Memorial Healthcare (GVMH) is proud to announce its selection to the 2025 edition of Becker’s Hospital Review’s “Great Community Hospitals” list. This national recognition highlights GVMH’s continued commitment to delivering exceptional, patient-centered care and innovative health solutions to the region. Community hospitals like GVMH are the backbone of […]