Among the most valuable things connecting us as humans is our hearts. Although they are central to the functioning of our bodies, we — and our neighbors — do not always do what is best for them. Take the problem of rehabilitation. After the Attack Although a heart attack is not the only reason a provider may prescribe cardiopulmonary rehabilitation, it is commonly recommended — because it works! Patients who successfully complete the course often enjoy a better quality of life. In addition to having a stronger heart (a flight of stairs does not look so daunting) and a decreased ...
Have you ever been truly entranced by music? Do you remember a time when the background of reality faded away until you found yourself delightfully lost in rhythm, tone, and textured sound? Adrift in enjoyment, you probably did not think about the therapeutic benefits of music at the time, but it has intrigued physicians of all types and cultures throughout the millennia. Isn’t it (Baby) Grand? I am mentioning music as therapy because I want you to think for a moment about what is therapeutic and, more importantly, about what therapy can be. The Baby Grand piano the Foundation purchased ...
I bring up Christmas trees for a couple of reasons. The Foundation supports multiple Christmas trees, one outside, one in our Hospital lobby and one in our Outpatient Treatment Center lobby. We decorate the one on the outside to remind us that even at a hospital — where almost no one would prefer to be at the holidays — there is always help and hope and community. Lights of Life The Christmas tree inside our Hospital lobby has another story. The Foundation has sponsored the Share Pregnancy and Infant Loss Support group at GVMH for many years. This group is a non-profit ...
Clinton, MO. – (Dec. 26, 2024) – Golden Valley Memorial Healthcare (GVMH) has acquired a new, state-of-the-art CT Scanner. A computed tomography scan (CT scan) is commonly known to patients as a CAT scan. Compared to standard x-rays that only show two dimensional bones, CT scans capture many images of individual slices or cross-sections of the body to produce 3D images. Medical staff can then use these images to view a tumor from different angles. Often, without even needing to perform any type of invasive surgery, the doctor is able to discern the tumor’s size, shape, location and even the ...
I’d be the first to admit that there are certainly a lot of blogs in the world today on every imaginable topic. Whether the world needs another one is certainly open to debate, but let me make the case for this one. First, It’s Local The GVMH Foundation’s decision to publish a blog is rooted in our mission, which is stated in our theme, Here When You Need Us. The Foundation is all about building healthier communities. Our communities. So you, your family, your friends and your neighbors always have top-quality healthcare without a drive to the city. This blog will ...
Clinton, MO. – (Dec. 12, 2024) – Golden Valley Memorial Healthcare (GVMH) is celebrating the first anniversary of the Dr. James and JoAnn Bourland Radiation Oncology Center. The Center opened in December 2023, and since its inception, it has completed more than 4,600 individual treatments and served 245 patients. Had it never opened, those 245 patients would have been forced to drive long distances or may have declined to receive care due to the burden of travel. The Radiation Oncology Center is well-known for its top cancer experts, compassionate staff and one of the most advanced medical linear accelerator suites ...
Clinton, MO. – (Dec. 9, 2024) – Golden Valley Memorial Healthcare (GVMH) is excited to announce Melissa Howe has been promoted to Director, Warsaw Clinic. A GVMH employee for more than 10 years, Howe began her career in retail pharmacy before becoming a Medical Assistant. For the last three years, she has been serving in a dual-capacity role — part-time Assistant Director and part-time Medical Assistant. According to Savanna Facklam, Executive Director of Ambulatory and Telehealth at GVMH, “Over the years, Howe has proved herself to be exceptionally intelligent, capable of tackling any task and willing to go the extra ...
Clinton, MO. – (Dec. 12, 2024) – Each month, Golden Valley Memorial Healthcare (GVMH) shines the light on outstanding employees. Barbara (Barb) Houk, Patient Experience Coordinator since 2022, has been named the December Employee of the Month. GVMH’s Patient Experience Coordinator focuses on contributing to a positive environment for each patient, visitor, provider and employee. Houk is a perfect fit for her position. Known throughout GVMH as a person who brings sunlight into every room she enters, her positivity is contagious. “Houk always has a smile on her face,” says Joshua Montaigu, a Skilled Maintenance employee for the Engineering department, ...
Clinton, MO. – (Dec. 5, 2024) – Are your home address digits easy to spot from the main road? Janet Taylor, an EMT at Golden Valley Memorial Healthcare (GVMH), would like to remind everyone to consider the importance of clear, boldly contrasting numbers and the effect they have on the speed of emergency response teams. Clinton and surrounding areas have many rural homes outside city limits, yet emergency response teams are still responsible for responding promptly regardless of your home’s location. Whether you live within the city limits or outside, here are some best practices for helping emergency responses to ...
Clinton, MO. – (December 5, 2024) – Golden Valley Memorial Healthcare (GVMH) is delighted to announce Julie Balke, RN, has been promoted to Director of Education and Employee Health. Working side-by-side with the other educators in her department, Balke will act as the administrator of the current Learning Management System, including the creation of new computer-based learning modules. She will continue to promote learning opportunities for GVMH team members — whether it be for ongoing required programs like CPR training or conceptualizing new opportunities for staff to stay abreast of the latest healthcare innovations, regulatory readiness best practices, and more. ...
