Boone Health expands rural health care access with new clinic building in Glasgow, Missouri

Funding for the project will be provided from the Boone Hospital Foundation

Columbia, Mo. — Boone Health officials today announced that in an effort to continue addressing the gap in rural health care access, a new clinic will be built in Glasgow, Mo. The project is being accomplished by a commitment from the Boone Hospital Foundation.

“This venture is only possible through the immense generosity of the Boone Hospital Foundation and its donors,” said Brady Dubois, CEO of Boone Health. “Together, they are leading the effort by providing up to $1 million to purchase the land and construct a larger, modern clinic that will better serve the Glasgow community.”

The new clinic will enhance infrastructure and expand services. Because of additional space in the new building, Boone Health will be adding providers, installing a critical X-ray machine, and have the ability to perform more procedures, including hydration therapy and skin wound repairs (stitches and/or staples), to ensure residents have access to essential and timely diagnostic care close to home.

“We’re beyond excited to have these important resources for our communities in the northwest part of central Missouri; we regularly see patients from 20 surrounding towns in five counties,” said Melinda Hart, nurse practitioner. “Currently, if patients in our community require an X-ray, they have to drive up to an hour depending on the time of day. Having the technology here will help us provide appropriate care much quicker and potentially stave off more serious complications.”

This expansion is part of Boone Health’s ongoing efforts to bring its nationally ranked care to 26 counties throughout central Missouri. The Glasgow clinic represents the latest milestone in Boone Health’s mission to deliver high-quality, accessible health care to rural populations.

“The project reflects the Foundation’s ongoing mission to improve and invest in the health of the people in the communities we serve. We are excited to partner with Boone Health in making this vision a reality,” said Arlene Heins, Boone Hospital Foundation board president.

While a groundbreaking ceremony will be held, some construction work has begun. The clinic is expected to be completed by late summer or early fall 2026.