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Midland Health appointed Samuel Moore as the new Vice President and Chief Financial Officer in February. Mr. Moore fills the vacancy as Mr. Stephen Bowerman was promoted to Senior Vice President and Chief Operating Officer. Mr. Moore is joining our team from The University of Kansas Health System St Francis Campus in Topeka, KS where he has served as Vice-President and Chief Financial Officer for the past 3 ½ years. Prior to that he held CFO roles in Florida and Oklahoma. He got his start in healt...
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Midland Health in collaboration with Midland County Public Library Foundation (MCPL) and the Permian Basin Area Foundation (PBAF) has launched the Born to Read initiative to encourage parents to read to their newborn. This program also encourages parents to use public libraries for storytime and other library programs. “Born to Read” is an initiative to provide a new book to every baby born at Midland Memorial Hospital. That means more than 3,000 books will be provided to newborns each year. On Tuesday,...
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On Friday, Midland Memorial Hospital celebrated achieving their three-time Pathway to Excellence designation by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC). The Pathway to Excellence Program recognizes a health care organization’s commitment to creating an innovative, supportive and positive workplace environment. The designation is granted based on organizations that demonstrate the six ANCC Pathway to Excellence Practice Standards: 1. Shared Decision-Making 2. Leadership 3. Safety 4. Quality 5. We...
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Midland Health, a system of health care partners including Midland Memorial Hospital, has selected a comprehensive clinical, financial and population health management system from Cerner, a global leader in health care technology. Midland Memorial’s 474-bed hospital and affiliated community clinics will transition from various disparate systems to Cerner’s integrated digital platform. The new electronic health record (EHR) system is designed to support an individual’s health care journey across the cont...
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BIRMINGHAM, Alabama and MIDLAND, Texas – HealthSouth Corporation (NYSE: HLS) and Midland Health today announced they have entered into a joint venture to own and operate HealthSouth Rehabilitation Hospital of Midland/Odessa, an existing 60-bed physical rehabilitation hospital owned by HealthSouth. The inpatient rehabilitation hospital will remain in its current location at 1800 Heritage Boulevard in Midland, Texas. There will be no interruption or operational changes to the high-quality care provided to...
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BIRMINGHAM, Ala. and ODESSA, Texas, July 22, 2021 – Encompass Health Corp. (NYSE: EHC) and Midland Memorial Hospital today announced that Medical Center Hospital of Odessa has become a joint owner of Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Midland Odessa , an 80-bed inpatient rehabilitation hospital that has served the Midland-Odessa region for 27 years. Medical Center Hospital of Odessa’s partnership became effective on July 1, 2021. “We are pleased to partner with Medical Center Hospital of Odessa...
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A planned gift may allow you to leave a lasting legacy while achieving your own personal and financial goals. There are many ways to support Midland Memorial Foundation while planning for your future. Read more about these giving options below: Establish a bequest by naming Midland Memorial Foundation as a beneficiary in your will or living trust. Estate gifts are simple to establish and allow you financial flexibility to adjust your plans depending on your needs&...
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A planned gift may allow you to leave a lasting legacy while achieving your own personal and financial goals. There are many ways to support Midland Memorial Foundation while planning for your future. Read more about these giving options below: Establish a bequest by naming Midland Memorial Foundation as a beneficiary in your will or living trust. Estate gifts are simple to establish and allow you financial flexibility to adjust your plans depending on your needs&...
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It's no secret that nursing and other related healthcare fields face shortages. Filling staffing needs is becoming increasingly difficult nationwide, especially in the Permian Basin. In a 2018 study, the supply of RNs in Texas by 2032 is expected to be in deficit by 57,000 RNs. Vacancy rates across Texas continue to rise, with the latest numbers from hospitals across the state showing over 14,000 open positions. While many initiatives, such as increasing wages, using travel nurses, and creating better w...
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Midland Memorial Foundation gives annual endowment gift of $1,572,687 towards Campaign for Tomorrow Due to the generosity of donors and careful financial stewardship, the Foundation's endowment gift continues to grow each year! This year, the gift will serve as the first installment of a three-year pledge to the Campaign for Tomorrow to provide for procurement of equipment and technology, significantly strengthening the hospital's capabilities.
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Midland Memorial Foundation, in partnership with Midland College Foundation, invites you to this annual fall seminar geared for attorneys, CPAs and financial planners. MCLEs, CPEs and CEUs for attorneys, CPAs and CFPs will be awarded. For the most current information, please visit Midland College's events calendar here: Events Calendar We look forward to seeing you there!
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On Wednesday, December 9th Midland Health will open a second testing site with financial assistance from the City of Midland. The second site will be located at the City of Midland MLK Center, 2300 Butternut Lane. The hours of operation will be Monday thru Friday from 12:30 to 4:30pm. If you have been exposed or are symptomatic, please call 68Nurse to schedule an appointment to be tested at either the Midland Health West Campus or City of Midland MLK Center. These testing resources are available ...
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Midland Memorial Hospital is proud to announce the American Nurse Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation in Practice Transition Programs awarded the MMH RN Fellowship program Accreditation with Distinction. The RN Fellowship team was joined by hospital administration and hosted a Facebook Live event when the call was received with much celebration! This makes MMH one of only three health care facilities in the world to have dual Practice Transition Program Accreditations with Distinct...
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Dr. Bob Dent, Senior Vice President and Chief Operating/Chief Nursing Officer, has announced that he has accepted a position with Emory Healthcare in Atlanta, Georgia, and will serve as Chief Nursing Officer for three hospitals. "Midland Memorial Hospital's Integrated clinical operations have made great strides under Dr. Dent's transformative leadership," said Russell Meyers, President and Chief Executive Officer. "He will be terribly missed, but the high-quality leadership team and shared governance str...
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Midland Health proudly recognizes our many board-certified nurses on Certified Nurses Day, March 19 th , 2024. A ceremony will be held for all certified nurses on March 19 th in the Hospital Lobby to mark the occasion and pin our newly certified nurses. Certified Nurses Day is an annual celebration held on March 19th that recognizes and honors the achievements and contributions of nationally board-certified nurses. The recognition day was established by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) to...
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Midland Health has appointed Stephen Bowerman as President and Chief Executive Officer. Mr. Bowerman fills the vacancy left by Russell Meyers as he transitions to a developmental role for the Midland Memorial Foundation, focusing on completion of the Permian Basin Behavioral Health Center and other developmental projects. “The board is grateful for the 20 years of service Mr. Meyers has dedicated to Midland Health and our community”, said Devin Alsup, chairperson of the Board of Trustees. “S...
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Midland Memorial Hospital is excited to announce the Neonatal partnership with Pediatrix Medical Group, Covenant Children's Hospital and Cook Children's Health Care System. "The alignment of quality health care organizations combines the services and compassionate care of MMH with the experience, specialty expertise and dedicated physicians to care for our tiniest patients," said Stephen Bowerman, President of Midland Health. "We see this as a key step in advancing neonatal care to the next level for &nb...
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The University of Texas Permian Basin and Midland Health are excited to announce an expanded partnership to support the School of Nursing at UT Permian Basin. Thanks to a financial commitment from Midland Health, UTPB will be able to renovate and enhance the SIM Lab, which will be renamed to The Midland Health Simulation and Learning Resource Center at UTPB. “Partnering with our local healthcare providers is essential in meeting the needs for both students and staff,” said Dr. Minerva Gonzales...
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The health of a community is unique. A thumbprint of its make-up, it tells the story of the many unique and wonderful facets housed within its borders as well as opportunities for growth. Midland Health conducts a Community Health Needs Assessment (CHNA) every four years to survey the overall health of Midland County. The CHNA for fiscal years 2020-2022 was completed in August 2019. The assessment included an extensive health data collection process and interview methodology. The results of ...
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Here at Midland Memorial Hospital we are performing state of the art personalized medicine, including for our breast cancer patients. When it comes to your health, you want to receive the standard of care and when it comes to breast cancer, that is exactly what you receive at Midland Memorial Hospital from our team of board-certified specialists. So, you can stay right here in your own home town to take advantage of all your own personal resources like family support without compromising quality of care...
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We're proud of all we accomplished at Midland Memorial Hospital in 2014. We continued enhancing our facility while maintaining our focus on improving the quality of care we provide. Our efforts were recognized once again. In 2014 by leading national organizations. Financially, we achieved significant net income increases over 2013. Some of this can be attributed to the growth in inpatient and outpatient volume we saw in 2014. All of us at Midland Memorial are honored to serve our community and will cont...
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Midland Memorial Hospital accomplished a great deal in Fiscal 2013, highlighted by the opening of the long-awaited Dorothy and Clarence Scharbauer, Jr Patient Tower. The support offered to Midland Memorial Hospital by the people of Midland County, both donors and taxpayers, has been nothing short of phenomenal. The staff and physicians of Midland Memorial Hospital are privileged to serve our great community, and look forward to continued improvement in years ahead. Take a look at the highlights of the p...
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Dr. Matt and Tara Friez establish family endowment fund For over 14 years, Dr. Matthew Friez and his wife, Tara, have proudly called Midland home, raising their children in this vibrant community. As dedicated and passionate community leaders, The Friezes have built a legacy rooted in service to others. Dr. Friez’s commitment to Midland extends far beyond his medical practice. Throughout the years, he has actively invested in the next generation by coaching youth sports, including Upwards Basketball and...
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Unique Health Challenges for West Texas Men Midland’s men are renowned for their hard work and self-reliance – but that rugged Permian Basin lifestyle comes with serious health challenges. On average, men live about five years shorter than women. In fact, many die in their prime from causes that are often preventable. For younger men under 45, unintentional injuries, accidents and even violence are the leading threats – a sobering reality in a region where oilfield and highway accidents can strike at an...
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The Great American Smokeout - sometimes abbreviated as GASO - happens every year on the third Thursday of November It’s a day when the American Cancer Association encourages people who smoke to quit for one day in the hopes that they’ll continue for good. But does it actually work? Should you give it a try? Here’s the information you need to help you decide whether the Great American Smokeout is a good time to try to quit smoking . A brief history of the Great American Smokeout Who c...
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It's the most wonderful time of the year. Holiday parties and celebrations are in full swing, gifts are wrapped, and tasty treats are everywhere. Family and friends are opening their homes for merrymaking or packing to go over the river and through the woods, to the beach, or just down the street. What do you want the most from this season of celebration? No matter what is on your wish list, we all likely have some things in common: Sharing traditions Moments of quiet (or not-so-quiet) joy Enjoying the ...
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Nurses, the lifeblood of our healthcare systems, are in increasingly short supply signaling a code red for the Texas Legislature currently meeting in Austin. If you or a family member need or will need care in a Texas hospital, nursing home, home care program, clinic, rehabilitation or behavioral health hospital, the State Comptroller warns the shortage might affect the timely availability of that care. The stresses of the pandemic and retirement of baby-boomer age nurses have left the healthcare system...
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Midland Health proudly recognizes all 258 of our board-certified nurses on Certified Nurses Day, March 19th, 2023. A ceremony will be held for all certified nurses on March 20th in the O’Shaughnessy Garden at 10:00 AM that will include a roll call and pinning. Certified Nurses Day is an annual celebration held on March 19th that recognizes and honors the achievements and contributions of nationally board-certified nurses. The recognition day was established by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (A...
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When you come to The Breast Center there is a new component that will be included in your care. You will be given a tablet and asked some questions about your personal and family health history. Your answers to these questions will determine if you qualify for genetic testing. Since everyone does not need genetic testing, this determination is made based upon criteria from the National Comprehensive Cancer Network guidelines. From the answers to these questions, we will know whether you qualify fo...
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Our main goals at The Breast Center are first and foremost to detect breast cancer as early as possible, and secondly, to provide personalized care. To provide this personalized care, we must really get to know our patients. There are many ways that we provide personalized care. We recommend that women who have dense breast tissue have a screening dense breast ultrasound. Women who do not have dense breast tissue, do not require this test. One size definitely does not fit all. Another way that we ...
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