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The College of Healthcare Information Management Executives awarded NKCH and Meritas Health quality awards for achieving Digital Health Certified Acute Level 8 and Digital Health Certified Ambulatory Level 8.
The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force has recommended adults should be routinely screened for colorectal cancer starting at age 45, instead of the current age 50.
After launching Lean Six Sigma, a methodology using statistical analysis to improve processes, NKCH already has seen quantifiable outcomes in patient communication, efficiency and safety.
The Missouri House of Reps honored Todd Beardman, MD, for his work with Operation Safe. Michael DiBernardo, MD, and Ian Rosbrugh, MD, FACOG, were named to Ingram's Top Doctors 2021.
NKCH welcomes four new physicians.
In October, James Trahan, MD, presented a virtual Lunch & Learn on seasonal affective disorder.
Honors and Awards
Several organizations and publications have honored NKCH and MH.
Provider Appreciation
Thank you to John Eggers, MD, PhD, who participated in a recent Lunch and Learn.
Welcome New Providers
NKCH and MH welcome 26 new providers.
Law Allows Outpatient PT Services Without Referral
PTs must have five years of experience or be a doctor of physical therapy. PTs at NKCH and MH’s three PT and Sports Medicine locations meet this requirement.
Infusion Clinic Opens at MH Gashland
The clinic provides specialized therapy for asthma, dehydration, hyperlipidemia, migraines and osteoporosis.
Neurosurgeon Joins Meritas Health
Rohit Kesarwani, MD, provides all aspects of neurosurgical care, including for brain, spinal and peripheral nerve diseases, injuries and tumors.
New Provider Connections Name Reflects Scope of Care
Just as our providers span several specialties and roles, it’s important our publication not only reflects our audience in reporting, but also in name.