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- [My Boone Health](https://boone.health/my-boone-health/) - About Us [seopress_breadcrumbs] Intro content... Main Page Content... About Us Boone Medical Group Commitment to Community Contact Us History Leadership Administration Governance Board Message from our President Media Quality & Safety Vendor Information
- [Boone Health to hold dedication ceremony and open house for new Ambulance Station No. 12](https://boone.health/2026/07/30/boone-health-to-hold-dedication-ceremony-and-open-house-for-new-ambulance-station-no-12/) - New station is cutting response times for emergencies in southern portion of Columbia WHAT: Leaders from Boone Health and the Boone County Fire Protection District will host a dedication ceremony and an open house for the new Boone Health Ambulance Station No. 12. The partnership with the two organizations has resulted in faster
- [Boone Health Leader of the Year, Employee of the Year](https://boone.health/2026/07/30/boone-health-leader-of-the-year-employee-of-the-year/) - Every year, Boone Health recognizes one leader and one employee who exemplify positive attitudes, exceptional patient care and positive workplace impact. These winners are announced at an annual employee service award. Please join us in congratulating Sara Rush and Jordan Voss! Our 2025 Leader of the Year, Sara Rush, brings a steady presence, strategic vision,
- [Boone Health opens new clinic in Glasgow, expanding access with critical health care resources](https://boone.health/2026/07/22/boone-health-opens-new-clinic-in-glasgow-expanding-access-with-critical-health-care-resourcesboone-hospital-foundation-funded-the-project/) - Boone Hospital Foundation funded the project. Officials from Boone Health, the Boone Hospital Foundation and the city of Glasgow today celebrated the opening of a new primary care clinic location in Glasgow. With expanded offerings, including an X-ray suite, the new clinic drastically improves the health care resources available to Glasgow and surrounding communities. “This
- [Spotlight: Stroke Team](https://boone.health/2026/07/20/spotlight-stroke-team/) - Stroke Core Team pictured above from left to right: Monica Korba, Clinical Supervisor; Briana Kile, DNP, FNP-C; Baily Lodgson, Stroke Coordinator; Lauren Pointer, Nurse Navigator; and Nicole McCracken, Nurse Manager. A Team Ready at the First Call At Boone Hospital Center, stroke care is truly a team sport, one where prep, precision, and compassion come
- [Boone Health to hold ribbon-cutting for new Glasgow clinic](https://boone.health/2026/07/20/boone-health-to-hold-ribbon-cutting-for-new-glasgow-clinic/) - New clinic will expand critically needed rural health care and includes X-ray suite WHAT: Boone Health leaders and representatives from the Boone Health Foundation and the city of Glasgow, MO, will hold a ribbon-cutting ceremony for a new clinic in Glasgow. The clinic was made possible through a generous donation by the Boone
- [Boone Health experts urge parents to get vitamin K shot for newborns](https://boone.health/2026/07/15/boone-health-experts-urge-parents-to-get-vitamin-k-shot-for-newborns/) - Without vitamin K, babies are 81 times more likely to develop a bleeding disorder Vitamin K doesn’t get a lot of time in the spotlight, unlike its colleagues A, C or D. But vitamin K is crucial in keeping newborns safe from excessive bleeding. Specifically, it helps the liver make clotting factors – specific proteins
- [Rewiring Relief](https://boone.health/2026/07/14/rewiring-relief/) - For people living with chronic pain, the hardest part often isn’t just the pain itself—it’s how much of life it quietly takes away. Everyday routines can feel overwhelming. Activities that once brought joy are avoided out of fear that they’ll make things worse. Living with chronic pain doesn’t mean that you’ve run out of answers;
- [Continuity of Care](https://boone.health/2026/07/14/continuity-of-care/) - In a hospital setting, patients deserve a care team that understands their medical history and works together toward a unified plan. For stroke patients at Boone Hospital Center, that level of collaboration isn’t just the goal, it’s the standard. From the emergency department to acute care, from inpatient rehabilitation to outpatient therapy, every discipline is
- [Julie Macy, MPT - Adult Neurological Rehabilitation](https://boone.health/2026/07/14/julie-macy-mpt-adult-neurological-rehabilitation/) - My hometown is Gallatin, MO, a rural town along the Grand River in northwest Missouri. My grandfather, father, and older sister are MU graduates, so I followed their footsteps to Columbia to attend the University of Missouri. In 2006, I graduated from the School of Health-Related Professions with a master’s degree in physical therapy.
- [Mary Fry - Patient Access Representative, Therapy Services](https://boone.health/2026/07/14/mary-fry-patient-access-representative-therapy-services/) - I was born in Mexico, MO. I have 4 brothers. I went to William Woods University for 3 years and got an associate’s degree in business and a minor in paralegal. I have 1 daughter, 1 son-in-law and 1 granddaughter. Why did you get into the health care field? I was a candy striper (now
- [Tiny Patients, Powerful Progress ](https://boone.health/2026/07/14/tiny-patients-powerful-progress/) - Inside the NICU Therapy Team In the quiet, carefully controlled environment of a Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU), some of the smallest patients receive some of the most specialized care. Beyond the monitors, incubators, and medical interventions, there’s a team working hands-on to support development from the very beginning—therapy specialists who help fragile infants grow,
- [Inpatient Rehabilitation Unit](https://boone.health/2026/07/14/inpatient-rehabilitation-unit/) - The Inpatient Rehabilitation Unit at Boone Health is a dedicated hospital unit that provides intensive medical and rehabilitative care. It is designed for patients recovering from major surgeries, injuries or debilitating illness who need physician oversight and rigorous interdisciplinary therapy to regain independence. The unit must follow regulatory standards established by The Centers for Medicare
- [Three Disciplines, One Family](https://boone.health/2026/07/14/three-disciplines-one-family/) - It was summer 1991. Like a “meet cute” from a rom-com, Dave and Marie met in gross anatomy lab. She was in the OT program at Mizzou, and he was in the PT program. Back then, Mizzou’s PT and OT programs were smaller, so they had some classes together and socialized. They remained friends until
- [VOICE THERAPY](https://boone.health/2026/07/14/voice-therapy/) - Gregg’s passion for the voice has brought voice therapy to Boone Health Music has always been central to Gregg Anderson’s life. His love for singing began with a strong family foundation – everyone in his family was musical. He recalls childhood Friday nights playing on the kitchen floor while his parents and friends rehearsed a
- [Spotlight: Boone Security](https://boone.health/2026/07/07/spotlight-boone-security/) - Boone Health is proud to recognize a team that works around the clock, often behind the scenes, to ensure Boone remains a safe, welcoming place for all: our Security team. From the moment you walk through our doors, Boone Security is hard at work. Their responsibilities go far beyond what many might expect. Security officers complete regular
- [Spotlight: Transport Services](https://boone.health/2026/07/07/spotlight-transport-services/) - This week, we recognize Boone Health's Transport Services team and the impact they make on patients, families, and our care teams. Keeping Boone Health Moving Keeping Boone Health moving takes teamwork, compassion and dedication, and the Transport Services Department delivers all three every day. With a team of 20 dedicated transporters, this department plays a vital role in
- [Boone Health earns renewal of Level I STEMI Center designation, reinforcing commitment to exceptional heart attack care ](https://boone.health/2026/06/23/boone-health-earns-renewal-of-level-i-stemi-center-designation-reinforcing-commitment-to-exceptional-heart-attack-care/) - Boone Health maintains the highest level of heart care while earning recognition as the state’s top hospital for the lowest readmissions rates and a Top 100 Socially Responsible Hospital. COLUMBIA, Mo. – Boone Health has successfully completed its renewal survey and received redesignation as a Level I STEMI Center by the Missouri Department of Health
- [Fourth of July 2026 Holiday Closures](https://boone.health/2026/06/22/fourth-of-july-2026-holiday-closures/) - Friday, July 3 Closed all day Administration BHMG Ashland and Lenoir BMG Centralia BMG HallsvilleMoberly Boone Diabetes & Endocrinology Boone Health Breast Care Boone Health Cardiology Clinic Boone Health General Surgery Boone Health GYN Oncology & Surgery Boone Health Lab Services - BMP4 Boone Health Lab Services - Centralia Boone Health Lab Services - Keene
- [Spotlight: Environmental Services](https://boone.health/2026/06/11/spotlight-environmental-services/) - Keeping Boone Health Clean, Safe, and Ready for Healing June is National Safety Month, a fitting time to spotlight Boone Health’s Environmental Services (EVS) Department, a team whose work is essential to safety, infection prevention, and the overall care experience. Every day, EVS helps protect patients, visitors, and staff by creating clean, well‑maintained environments where
- [Boone Health offers cancer genetic screening service](https://boone.health/2026/06/08/boone-health-offers-cancer-genetic-screening-service/) - Knowing what cancers patients may be genetically pre-disposed to could lead to earlier preventative measures, resulting in longer, higher-quality lives COLUMBIA, Mo. – Predicting the future can be tough, but with the right information and training, predicting health problems, such as if a person will suffer from certain cancers, can lead to lifestyle changes that
- [Notice of Sealed Bid Surplus Items ](https://boone.health/2026/05/28/notice-of-sealed-bid-surplus-items/) - Boone Health Operations and Support Services is conducting a sealed bid sale for surplus items. All items are listed individually below. A bid document will need to be completed for each item you would like to bid on. Concept2 Rowing Machine Schwinn Airdyne Evolution Bike Tectrix Bike Max Ergometer Tectrix Bike Max Ergometer Schwinn Dual Action NuStep
- [Boone Health Mid-Mo Baby Expo brings “all things baby” to region](https://boone.health/2026/06/01/boone-health-mid-mo-baby-expo-brings-all-things-baby-to-region/) - In addition to vendors, classes on lactation, baby first aid, baby massage and pelvic floor therapy will be offered at the expo. WHAT: The Annual Boone Health Mid-Mo Baby Expo hits Columbia this June and brings with it all things “baby” for growing families who are looking for information on many topics from doctor and
- [Memorial Day 2026 Holiday Closures](https://boone.health/2026/05/19/memorial-day-2026-holiday-closures/) - Friday, May 22 Closed all dayAdministrationBoone Health GYN Oncology & SurgeryBMP 4 LabFoundation OfficeLegal ServicesOncology Data Services -Cancer RegistryQuality, Patient Safety, Patient Experience, Infection Prevention, RegulatoryCompliance, Risk Management, Medical Staff Services Closing earlyBoone Health Occupational Medicine | 8 a.m. - 1 p.m.Community Wellness | 8 a.m. – 12 p.m.Employee Health | 9 a.m. - 2
- [Boone Health Volunteers](https://boone.health/2026/05/18/boone-health-volunteers/) - In April, during National Volunteer Week, Boone Health proudly celebrated the volunteers who give their time and energy to support our organization. Their service is vital to keeping Boone Health patient-centered and employee-focused, and we are grateful for the impact they make every day. Boone Health is supported by over 100 active volunteers who serve throughout the
- [May Employee of the Month - Lynn Rucker](https://boone.health/2026/05/18/may-employee-of-the-month-lynn-rucker/) - Lynn Rucker joined Boone Health as a Housekeeper with Environmental Services in 2024. Her nomination read: "I want to give a huge shout out to Lynn from Environmental Services for her absolutely incredible work! Every time I see her, she's giving 110%, going above and beyond to keep our facility looking amazing. The difference was
- [Boone Health announces new cardiology clinic](https://boone.health/2026/05/06/boone-health-announces-new-cardiology-clinic/) - With some familiar faces, the Boone Health Cardiology Clinic will ensure mid-Missouri continues to receive the best heart health care COLUMBIA, Mo. – Boone Health is excited to announce the opening of its new cardiology clinical practice with some familiar faces in familiar settings, while also bringing in providers new to mid-Missouri. “This is incredibly
- [Notice of Sealed Bid Items](https://boone.health/2025/02/03/notice-of-sealed-bid-items/) - Notice of Sealed Bid Items Boone Health has 3 items that we have put into a sealed bid, including a Bobcat, box truck, and golf cart. See available items listed below. Each link will give you more information about an item, including the minimum bid. The vehicles will be on display on the west side
- [Notice of Sealed Bid Vehicle](https://boone.health/2026/04/22/notice-of-sealed-bid-vehicle/) - April 22, 2026 Boone Health Operations and Support Services is conducting a sealed bid sale for a surplus, organization-owned vehicle that is no longer needed for operational use. Vehicle Overview Year / Make / Model: 2008 Ford F‑350 Super Duty Mileage: 24,078 VIN: 1FTWF31538EC88695 Minimum Starting Bid: $7,500 Included Equipment: Original bumper and tailgate Tommy
- [7 Chicken Marinades for Quick, Healthy Dinners](https://boone.health/2026/04/07/7-chicken-marinades-for-quick-healthy-dinners/) - By Rachel Tiemeyer and Polly Conner of Thriving Home When it comes to building strength, protecting heart health, and fueling busy days, few foods work harder than lean protein. And when that protein is simple to prep and full of flavor? Even better. As cookbook authors, long-time food bloggers, and parents of three kids each,
- [Stop Reacting to Disease & Start Preventing It](https://boone.health/2026/04/07/stop-reacting-to-disease-start-preventing-it/) - Why Men Need to Prioritize Going to Primary Care Earlier with Taylor Wesley, PA at Boone Health Primary Care – Moberly After practicing primary care off and on for 10 years, Taylor Wesley, a physician’s assistant at Boone Health Primary Care - Moberly, has noticed a pattern that repeats itself so consistently it’s become impossible
- [Aging Men and Obesity, Diabetes and Heart Disease](https://boone.health/2026/04/07/aging-men-and-obesity-diabetes-and-heart-disease/) - with Sonya Addison, MD with Boone Health Diabetes & Endocrinology Obesity and diabetes have become the two most pressing health crises in the United States. While genetics plays a role, obesity remains one of the strongest drivers of type 2 diabetes. Over the past four decades, unhealthy eating habits high in saturated fats and refined
- [Male Hormone Replacement Therapy](https://boone.health/2026/04/07/male-hormone-replacement-therapy/) - What men should know about testosterone. With Michael Roach, DO at Boone Medical Group – Ashland. Just as women experience natural shifts in estrogen and progesterone with age, men go through their own hormonal transition. Testosterone typically peaks in early adulthood and gradually declines through the late 30s and 40s. Testosterone’s primary biological role is
- [Man to Man](https://boone.health/2026/04/07/man-to-man/) - A Mental Health Discussion with Joe Galaske, PA Men’s mental health is starting to receive some overdue attention, yet stigma and misunderstanding continue to keep many men from seeking the support they need. Boone Health Primary Care Physician Assistant Joe Galaske said the first step in improving your mental health is awareness—both for men and
- [Preventing a Heart Attack](https://boone.health/2026/04/07/preventing-a-heart-attack/) - At 67 years old, Ron Hein felt he was in good shape. He was active; he walked two miles to and from work every day. He also ate a healthy diet, never smoked and didn’t drink alcohol. While his blood pressure and lab results looked good, his A1C had periodically been in the prediabetes range,
- [Life, Uninterrupted](https://boone.health/2026/04/07/life-uninterrupted/) - After struggling with an enlarged prostate and medication side effects, Chuck Crowder found relief through Aquablation— helping him return to travel, family, and the activities he loves. Retired physicist Chuck Crowder is once again enjoying the kind of active, full life he and his wife, Susan, have shared. Chuck graduated from the University of Missouri
- [It's Never Too Late](https://boone.health/2026/04/07/its-never-too-late/) - Why Strength Training Matters for Men Over 50 Aging is a natural part of life, but the physical changes that come with it, especially after age 50, can impact strength, health, and independence. One of the most powerful tools men in midlife and beyond can use to counteract these changes is strength training. Backed by
- [Important Nutrients for Men](https://boone.health/2026/04/07/important-nutrients-for-men/) - With Logan Bradley, Boone Health Clinical Dietitian As men age, no single superfood or supplement exists that will optimize your health. Real results come from consistently fueling your body with a variety of foods throughout the day. Protein intake, omega 3 fatty acids, vitamin D, magnesium and zinc contribute to your strength, mental sharpness, hormones
- [Louis Gerges, M.D.](https://boone.health/2026/04/07/louis-gerges-m-d/) - Family Medicine, Boone Health Primary Care - Nifong I moved around a lot when I was younger but spent most of my time growing up on Long Island, NY. I went to undergraduate school at New York Institute of Technology before going to medical school in Grenada. Moving around while growing up lent itself to
- [V. Richard Ledoux, R.T. (R)(MR) (CT)](https://boone.health/2026/04/07/v-richard-ledoux-r-t-rmr-ct/) - Radiology I lived in Kansas City, Mo for a short time before moving to Columbia. I went to Rock Bridge High school before attending the University of Missouri where I met my wife, Amber. We had our son and then moved to St. Louis where I attended Forest Park Community College for Radiological Sciences. I
- [Boone Health to offer “Spring Screening Saturday”](https://boone.health/2026/04/02/boone-health-to-offer-spring-screening-saturday/) - MRIs, CT Scans, Mammograms, and free screenings for skin cancer and heart health WHAT: Boone Health will have special hours for a “Spring Screening Saturday,” to assist patients who have busy schedules that make it tough to schedule provider-ordered screenings, including CT scans, MRIs, blood tests, mammograms, cardiac calcium screenings and more. Additionally, Boone Health
- [Boone Health’s Nifong Plaza celebrates 10th anniversary](https://boone.health/2026/02/25/boone-heaths-nifong-plaza-celebrates-10th-anniversary/) - Boone Health's Nifong Plaza celebrates 10th anniversary The health campus has served more than 170,000 patients in its first decade COLUMBIA, Mo. - While February is Heart Health Month, it's also the 10th anniversary of Boone Health's Nifong Plaza expansion. What began in 2016 as a primary care clinic with seven primary care providers, two
- [A New Teddy Bear to Love](https://boone.health/2023/01/31/a-new-teddy-bear-to-love/) - No parent wants their kid to have to go through surgery. We certainly didn’t, but my husband Kyle and I were faced with the difficult decision of whether or not to have our 11-month-old go through an ear tube procedure. Our little Everly had four somewhat back-to-back ear infections. She would get a cold, get
- [Reese Renee Boone Baby Story](https://boone.health/2020/08/26/reese-renee-boone-baby-story/) - I think every mother has the first time seeing their baby imprinted in their brain. You stare at this beautiful little baby laying on your chest, in awe that you somehow grew a human inside of you. I remember feeling so exhausted but also so in awe of my little girl.
- [Why Won't the Weight Come Off?](https://boone.health/2026/02/02/why-wont-the-weight-come-off/) - Keri Dryer and her husband Wes welcomed a Boone baby 12 years ago, their daughter Maddie. Keri started to gain a lot of weight with her pregnancy, but it seemed like a different kind of weight gain. Then post pregnancy, Keri noticed she couldn’t lose weight in certain areas of her body. In fact, she
- [Understanding Varicose Veins](https://boone.health/2026/02/02/understanding-varicose-veins/) - Causes, Prevention, and Treatment Options Varicose veins are more than just a cosmetic concern—they can be a sign of underlying venous disease that affects how blood circulates through the legs. These enlarged, twisted veins often appear blue or purple and are most commonly seen in the legs and feet. While they can cause discomfort or
- [Breast Cancer Awareness](https://boone.health/2026/02/02/breast-cancer-awareness/) - Even though October is nationally recognized as Breast Cancer Awareness Month, every month is breast cancer awareness month. According to the National Breast Cancer Foundation, breast cancer remains the most commonly diagnosed cancer among women in the United States. One in eight women in the United States will face a breast cancer diagnosis in her
- [Why It Matters for Women](https://boone.health/2026/02/02/why-it-matters-for-women/) - Muscle, Metabolism & Healthy Aging Strength training helps preserve and build muscle mass, countering age-related loss (sarcopenia), especially after age 30, when adults may lose 3–8% of muscle per decade. This is key for long-term functional independence and vitality. In addition, increased muscle mass boosts resting metabolism, supporting weight management and metabolic health. Strong Bones,
- [Restoring cellular function and vitality for women.](https://boone.health/2026/02/02/restoring-cellular-function-and-vitality-for-women/) - With Elizabeth Wilson, MD, OB-GYN, Women’s Health Associates and Boone Health As women approach midlife, the hormonal shifts of perimenopause and menopause can bring profound changes—hot flashes, disrupted sleep, mood swings, fatigue, and a sense that something just feels “off.” For many, hormone replacement therapy (HRT) can be a safe and effective way to restore
- [Christina’s Story](https://boone.health/2026/02/02/christinas-story/) - A life of brilliance and a silent battle. Christina Bohn was an accomplished person, who had a wonderful, abundant life. From the time she was young, she seemed to shine in every direction. In high school, she was admired for her kindness, talent, and drive. She sang beautifully, played piano, excelled in academics, and thrived
- [Heart Disease in Women Increases After Menopause](https://boone.health/2026/02/02/heart-disease-in-women-increases-after-menopause/) - In premenopausal women, estrogen is cardioprotective. It prevents plaque buildup in arteries, reduces inflammation and promotes vascular health. During menopause, estrogen levels decrease, increasing a woman’s risk of heart disease. Throughout menopause, women are also more likely to have increased blood pressure, see weight changes, and experience an increase in cholesterol, specifically the bad cholesterol,
- [Osteopenia, Osteoporosis and Osteoarthritis](https://boone.health/2026/02/02/osteopenia-osteoporosis-and-osteoarthritis/) - with Hannah Williams, Physical Therapist, Boone Health Therapy Services Bones, bones, our magical bones. Human bones grow stronger and more dense (less prone to fracture) until we reach the age of about 25. As we go through young and middle adulthood, from about 30 to 50, our bone density remains stable. This is due to
- [Tawny Loyd, PA-C](https://boone.health/2026/02/02/tawny-loyd-pa-c/) - Breast Care and General Surgery, Boone Breast Care Clinic I am originally from the Chicago area, but I live in Columbia now with my husband and 1-year-old son. I received my bachelor’s degree from Truman State University where I played basketball and met my husband. I worked as an EMT in Saint Louis until I
- [Monica List OT-CLT/LANA](https://boone.health/2026/02/02/monica-list-ot-clt-lana/) - Occupational Therapy, Boone Therapy Services I was born and raised in Wisconsin. When I was thirteen, we moved to Kearney, Mo. I graduated high school in Liberty and then came to Columbia for college and decided to stick around after I graduated. My husband Drew and I have been married for 10 years. We have
- [Important Nutrients for Women](https://boone.health/2026/02/02/important-nutrients-for-women/) - with Kristen Howard, Boone Health Clinical Dietician There are several key vitamins and minerals that are important for women across their lifespans. Some are familiar and some are less familiar. They include calcium, vitamin D, magnesium, iron and choline. Calcium Calcium is pretty well known, but a lot of us aren’t getting enough calcium if
- [Aging in Place with a Home Safety Checklist](https://boone.health/2026/02/02/aging-in-place-with-a-home-safety-checklist/) - The National Institute on Aging (NIA) is a wonderful resource for information on aging as one grows older. The site includes information on healthy aging, health information for the aging person as well as resources for aging in place and a home safety checklist. According to the NIA, as people get older, keeping things the
- [Boone Health increasing primary care capacity to address dire need](https://boone.health/2025/11/11/boone-health-increasing-primary-care-capacity-to-address-dire-need/) - The award-winning organization has hired 8 new doctors, each of which can see 1,800 patients, with more coming by the end of 2025. COLUMBIA, Mo. – Throughout the country, health care continues to experience shortages of providers in key areas, especially primary care. Here in mid-Missouri, Boone Health has been diligently working to address those
- [Boone Health 2025 Christmas & New Year’s Day Holiday Closures List](https://boone.health/2025/12/17/boone-health-2025-christmas-new-years-day-holiday-closures-list/) - Week of Christmas Day Closures Open with Limited Staff Dec 22 Information Services & CIS Environmental Services & Linen Security Closed Dec 22 Ultrasound Open with Limited Staff Dec 23 Environmental Services & Linen Information Services & CIS Closing Early Dec 23 Gynecology closes at 12 p.m. Oncology Surgery closes at 12 p.m. Closed Dec
- [Closures Due To Weather](https://boone.health/2025/12/01/closures-due-to-weather/) - Due to the inclement weather impacting mid-Missouri on Monday, Dec. 1, the following clinics and laboratories are closing early or have closed today. CLINICS Convenient Care (601 Business Loop in Columbia) -- will close at 5PM Nifong Primary Care -- Closed Nifong Imaging (MRI, X-ray, etc.) -- Closed Nifong Therapy -- Closed LABORATORIES (for blood
- [Thanksgiving 2025 Holiday Closures](https://boone.health/2025/11/17/thanksgiving-2025-holiday-closures/) - Accounts Payable Closed Thanksgiving & Fri., Nov.28 Administration Closed Thanksgiving & Fri., Nov. 28(on-call for emergency procedures; page AOC through switchboard) BMG - Ashland Wed., Nov. 26: Closing at 3 p.m.(page provider on-call) Closed Thanksgiving & Fri., Nov. 28 BMG - Boonville Wed., Nov 26: Closing at 12 p.m.(page provider on-call) Closed Thanksgiving & Fri.,
- [Flow of a Typical Visit to the Emergency Department](https://boone.health/2025/11/04/flow-of-a-typical-visit-to-the-emergency-department/) - Making a better emergency department visit: Boone Health is making important changes to how patients are evaluated when they come to the Emergency Department (ED). The changes include the establishment of a “Rapid Care Path,” where we are evaluating patients who are in stable condition when they arrive and do not need to be in
- [August DAISY Award Honoree - Alyssa Smothers, RN](https://boone.health/2025/11/17/august-daisy-award-honoree-alyssa-smothers-rn/) - Alyssa has worked at Boone Health for a little over 4 years now on our Labor and Delivery unit. What she loves most about being a labor and delivery nurse is the privilege of walking alongside families during one of the most meaningful moments of their lives. "It’s incredibly rewarding to support and empower patients
- [October DAISY Award Honoree: Valerie Priest, RN](https://boone.health/2025/11/17/october-daisy-award-honoree-valerie-priest-rn/) - Please join us in congratulating Valerie Priest, RN, in the Pre-Anesthesia Surgical Services (PASS) department on being recognized with October's DAISY Award! "I had shoulder pain that was affecting every aspect of my life, but most importantly my sleep. For about half a year I tried every possible option, including physical therapy, steroid injections, creams,
- [Jessica Kern, BSN, RN, CEN](https://boone.health/2025/11/17/jessica-kern-bsn-rn-cen/) - Emergency Department, Staff Nurse 4-P Jessica Kern has been a cornerstone of the Boone Health Emergency Department since 2014, bringing nearly 11 years of dedication, expertise, and heart to her role. With a total of 13 years in emergency nursing, Jessica began her career at Audrain Medical Center before joining Boone Health, where she’s remained
- [Boone Health has lowest readmission rates in Missouri](https://boone.health/2025/11/12/boone-health-has-lowest-readmission-rates-in-missouri/) - The key statistic measures the percentage of people readmitted to a hospital within 30 days; Boone Health tied with Mosaic Medical Center in Maryville for the lowest rate in the state. COLUMBIA, Mo. – Returning to a hospital after either an in-patient or out-patient procedure increases the risk of infection, not to mention that it
- [A Skill That Can Save Lives](https://boone.health/2025/11/04/a-skill-that-can-save-lives-2/) - The vital importance of learning CPR. In the realm of emergency response, few skills are as universally crucial as Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation, or CPR. CPR serves as a beacon of hope in dire situations when a person’s heart ceases to beat or their breathing stops. The ability to administer CPR can mean the difference between life
- [Staying Safe During Respiratory Season](https://boone.health/2025/11/04/staying-safe-during-respiratory-season/) - What do we mean by “respiratory season”? Respiratory season covers a range of illnesses, most notable influenza (flu), COVID-19 and Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV). Boone Health’s Infection Prevention Department monitors case numbers for these illnesses closely. This helps determine if visitor restrictions are needed to protect Boone Health’s patients. When is respiratory season? Respiratory season
- [A More Efficient Emergency Room](https://boone.health/2025/11/04/a-more-efficient-emergency-room/) - David experienced a very long ER wait time with his late wife. When he returned years later, he was pleasantly surprised with how quick his ER visit was. Boone Hospital has been part of David Strodtman’s family’s life for decades. His son was born here in 1961. Although they moved to Colorado for 40 years,
- [Mental Health-Related Emergency Room Visits](https://boone.health/2025/11/04/mental-health-related-emergency-room-visits/) - “There’s a wide variety of mental health issues that arise in the emergency room,” said Melissa Rapp, Boone Health Social Worker. “It is such an integral part of our lives and when you have good mental health, you tend to take it for granted.” Reasons that people need emergency room care when having a mental-health
- [Headache to Heart Attack](https://boone.health/2025/11/04/headache-to-heart-attack/) - An emergency room employees’ headache took a scary turn, and the Boone Health team was there to help. Chris Duncan started his medical career as an EMT- paramedic in Kansas City in 1985. He then joined the U.S. Navy and served for four years as a hospital corpsman during peacetime. After the Navy, he attended
- [Ultrasound Guided IVs](https://boone.health/2025/11/04/ultrasound-guided-ivs/) - Advancing patient care in the emergency department. Historically, placing a peripheral IV involved using a tourniquet, identifying veins by touch and doing a blind stick. While many of our emergency department nurses are highly skilled at this, certain patient populations present significant challenges. In cases where patients have been sick for extended periods of time,
- [A Life-Saving Moment](https://boone.health/2025/11/04/a-life-saving-moment/) - Adrian learned the effectiveness of bystander CPR and how important it can be when he had to use it to save his father’s life. The morning of April 27, 2025, seemed to be just a run-of-the-mill, ordinary day in Adrian Tovar-Yampara’s house. The Rock Bridge High School Senior was talking to his mother, Helen, about
- [What Brings Most People to the ER — And What Happens Next](https://boone.health/2025/11/04/what-brings-most-people-to-the-er-and-what-happens-next/) - Chest pain. Abdominal pain. Back pain. Weakness. These are the most common reasons people visit the Emergency Department at Boone Health, according to Dr. H. Orlando Heredia, MD, MPH, Chief and Facility Medical Director of Emergency Medicine. While these symptoms can sometimes point to serious conditions, they are often treatable — and even manageable with
- [Boone Health expands rural health care access with new clinic building in Glasgow, Missouri](https://boone.health/2025/10/23/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.
- [Boone Health recognized as No. 1 employer for health care professionals in the state of Missouri](https://boone.health/2025/09/30/boone-health-recognized-as-no-1-employer-for-health-care-professionals-in-the-state-of-missouri/) - COLUMBIA, Mo. – The awards continue to roll in for Boone Health. This month, Forbes announced that Boone Health was recognized as the No. 1 employer for health care professionals in the state of Missouri. “This is yet another outside confirmation of the quality that Boone Health puts into everything we do,” said Brady Dubois,
- [Caring for Your Neck](https://boone.health/2025/07/30/caring-for-your-neck/) - Sometimes the weight of your head can just feel like too much for the column of bone, muscle and important vasculature, airway, and other structures that make up your neck. If you feel like your neck needs some TLC, try these exercises. If you are having numbness and tingling down one or both arms along
- [Brain-Boosting Foods](https://boone.health/2025/07/30/brain-boosting-foods/) - Eating certain foods can significantly support brain health by providing essential nutrients that enhance cognitive function, memory, and emotional well-being. Fatty fish, such as salmon, are rich in omega-3 fatty acids, which are crucial for building brain cell membranes and reducing inflammation. Antioxidant-rich foods like blueberries and dark chocolate help protect the brain from oxidative
- [Kathy Caviness, BSN, RN](https://boone.health/2025/07/30/kathy-caviness-bsn-rn/) - Neurosurgery I’m originally from New Florence, Mo., a small town that really taught me the value of community. I earned my Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the University of Missouri-Kansas City. My family is my biggest support system. I married my wonderful husband Tyler in 2019, and we have two daughters — Octavia, 5,
- [Pamela Evans-Smith, PhD, FNP-C](https://boone.health/2025/07/30/pamela-evans-smith-phd-fnp-c/) - Neurosurgery, Boone Health Neurosurgery and Spine Center I grew up in a small town south of Cape Girardeau. I moved to Columbia to go to nursing school. I met my husband here in Columbia. He is from Iowa. We decided to stay in Columbia as we both did not want to move farther away from
- [Lauren O’Brien, AGACNP-BC](https://boone.health/2025/07/30/lauren-obrien-agacnp-bc/) - Neurosurgery, Boone Health Neurosurgery and Spine Center I was born and raised in Springfield, Illinois. I am the second of three children, and both of my parents were in the medical field before they retired. I got my Bachelors of Science in Nursing from Illinois State University; then married my high school sweetheart, Tyler. I
- [All Shook Up](https://boone.health/2025/07/30/all-shook-up/) - What to Expect After a Concussion Your niece collided with an opponent at a soccer game. Your friend was rear-ended on the Business Loop. You fell from a ladder and hit your head. What do the three of you have in common? Probably a concussion! A concussion is a mild traumatic brain injury that affects
- [Calm & Collected Amid A Crisis](https://boone.health/2025/07/30/calm-collected-amid-a-crisis/) - Charles “Howard” Jones doesn’t know when he started having cardiovascular symptoms. The shortness of breath he was experiencing began a couple of years ago and was getting progressively worse. Howard was receiving care from another cardiologist in the region, but moved his care to Martin Tibuakuu, MD at Missouri Heart Center after his son, Chris
- [Forgetting Something?](https://boone.health/2025/07/30/forgetting-something/) - If you or a loved one struggles with memory loss, here’s what you can do. Whether you call it a “senior moment” or “mental-pause,” a memory lapse can be alarming. But how do you know if it’s just part of getting old or a cause for concern? “Dementia is an umbrella term for loss of
- [Parkinson’s Patients Think BIG](https://boone.health/2025/07/30/parkinsons-patients-think-big/) - Parkinson’s Disease is a neurogenerative disorder that affects movement. It’s progressive, getting worse over time, and there is no cure. Common symptoms include tremor, rigid muscles, speech and handwriting changes, poor posture, and loss of balance. The movements of those with Parkinson’s may become slow and they may lose automatic movements, such as blinking or
- [Tammy Grime's Stroke Journey: From Crisis to Recovery](https://boone.health/2025/07/30/tammy-grimes-stroke-journey-from-crisis-to-recovery/) - How rapid medical care and therapy helped her regain independence. Tammy Grimes opened her eyes and found herself in a hospital bed. Her husband, Marshall, sat beside her, and she struggled to remember what had happened. Slowly, fragmented memories began to return. The night before, she had gone to bed at her usual time of
- [Boone Health named No. 1 Hospital in mid-Missouri by U.S. News](https://boone.health/2025/07/30/boone-health-named-no-1-hospital-in-mid-missouri-by-u-s-news/) - Over the past 12 months, several organizations have honored Boone Health, highlighting the organization’s dedication to patient quality and care. COLUMBIA, Mo. –U.S. News & World Report released its hospital rankings, naming Boone Health as the No. 1 hospital in Mid-Missouri and the No. 7 hospital in the state. In the past 12 months, five independent organizations have
- [Boone Health opens new Breast Care Clinic  ](https://boone.health/2025/07/15/boone-health-opens-new-breast-care-clinic/) - Boone Health responds to growing need as breast cancer rates continue to rise COLUMBIA, Mo. — Boone Health has officially opened Boone Health Breast Care, a dedicated breast health clinic designed to enhance access to specialized care for patients across Mid-Missouri. The clinic offers a focused, patient-centered approach to both benign and malignant breast conditions,
- [MEDIA ADVISORY: Boone Health hosting ribbon cutting for new Breast Care Clinic ](https://boone.health/2025/07/14/media-advisory-boone-health-hosting-ribbon-cutting-for-new-breast-care-clinic/) - WHAT: Boone Health invites media and community members to a ribbon-cutting ceremony celebrating the opening of Boone Health Breast Care, a newly designed clinic dedicated solely to breast health. The creation of this clinic allows the care team to focus exclusively on breast care, improving patient access, efficiency, and specialized treatment. WHEN: 10 a.m. Tuesday,
- [Boone Health Announces Search for Strategic Partner](https://boone.health/2025/07/08/boone-health-announces-search-for-strategic-partner/) - A new strategic partner will help with the necessary health care expansion for mid-Missouri. As the need for key medical services continues to grow exponentially in mid-Missouri, Boone Health President and CEO Brady Dubois announced today that Boone Health, in cooperation with the Boone Hospital Board of Trustees, will begin the process to search for
- [Independence Day Closures](https://boone.health/2025/07/01/independence-day-closures-6/) - Boone Health is always here to improve the health of the people and communities we serve, but some of our clinics and services will be closed on Friday, July 4 for Independence Day. We wish you and your family a safe, health, and happy 4th of July. And thank you to our Boone Health employees who
- [Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Boone Health  ](https://boone.health/2025/06/11/anthem-blue-cross-and-blue-shield-boone-health/) - Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield in Missouri (Anthem) and Boone Health are pleased to announce a new four-year agreement that ensures continued in-network access to Boone Health’s hospitals, clinics, and providers for all Anthem members, including those enrolled in employer-sponsored and Medicare Advantage health plans. This agreement solidifies the long-standing relationship between Anthem and
- [Boone Health Working With Down Syndrome Organization to Connect Parents](https://boone.health/2025/06/04/boone-health-working-with-down-syndrome-organization-to-connect-parents/) - When my daughter was born in 2007, the St. Louis hospital where she was born was totally unprepared for a diagnosis of Down syndrome. Her 20-week ultrasound gave no warning, but the moment the delivery room staff saw her, they knew, and the tone turned instantly into a fake sounding “happy-happy.” I felt it happen,
- [Memorial Day Closures](https://boone.health/2025/05/22/memorial-day-closures-7/) - Boone Health is always here to improve the health of the people and communities we serve, but some of our clinics and services will be closed on Monday, May 26 for Memorial Day. We wish you and your family a safe, healthy, and happy weekend. And thank you to our Boone Health employees who will
- [Boone Baby Legacy](https://boone.health/2025/05/20/boone-baby-legacy-2/) - On Christmas Eve 1921, a touring car braved sharp winds, below-freezing temperatures, and a steep gravel road, slick with snow, to carry a married couple to the newly opened Boone County Hospital, where their family doctor awaited them. Two weeks after its grand opening, the hospital was still under construction; one end of the delivery
- [Boone Health Named Top 100 National Hospital; Recognized for Patient Experience, Nursing Quality, Top Place to Work](https://boone.health/2025/05/14/boone-health-named-top-100-national-hospital-recognized-for-patient-experience-nursing-quality-top-place-to-work/) - The independent, mid-Missouri hospital has received numerous awards in the past 9 months, placing it in elite company for health care quality, patient care and employee satisfaction. COLUMBIA, Mo. – Over the past 9 months, Boone Health has been recognized with multiple national awards, solidifying its place as one of the best hospitals in the country for
- [Mid-Mo Baby Expo '25 Set for May 10 in Columbia](https://boone.health/2025/05/07/mid-mo-baby-expo-25-set-for-may-10-in-columbia/) - WHAT: The Mid-Mo Baby Expo is returning with even more to offer expectingparents and young families! The event is presented by Boone Health and willfeature educational seminars, interactive activities, valuable giveaways, anddozens of local vendors. WHEN: 8 a.m. to noon Saturday, May 10 WHERE: Courtyard by Marriott3301 Lemone Industrial Blvd.Columbia, Missouri HIGHLIGHTS INCLUDE: FREE baby
- [Join Boone Health for a Community Health Needs Assessment Town Hall on May 1](https://boone.health/2025/04/08/join-boone-health-for-a-community-health-needs-assessment-town-hall-on-may-1/) - Boone Health is inviting the mid-Missouri community to come together and shape the future of local healthcare. On Thursday, May 1, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., Boone Health and partnering organizations will host a Community Health Needs Assessment (CHNA) Town Hall—an important public event aimed at identifying and prioritizing the most pressing health needs
- [Empowered Pregnancy: Haley’s Journey to Motherhood](https://boone.health/2025/04/08/empowered-pregnancy-haleys-journey-to-motherhood/) - How one expectant mom found strength and support through Boone Health’s Fit for Delivery class. As a nurse, Haley Chastain was particularly attuned to the changes happening in her body throughout her first pregnancy. She and her husband, Adam, were overjoyed to learn they were expecting. Given Haley’s previous diagnosis of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS),
- [How Pelvic Floor Therapy Supports Ashley’s Pregnancy and Postpartum Recovery](https://boone.health/2025/04/08/how-pelvic-floor-therapy-supports-ashleys-pregnancy-and-postpartum-recovery/) - Ashley Strope Freer and her husband Matthew welcomed their son Cooper into the world on April 17, 2024. When Ashley was around 14 weeks pregnant, she began experiencing the common symptoms many pregnant women face. She was struggling with bladder leakage when she sneezed, and she wanted to do all she could to experience a
- [Family Friendly Activities To Do In The Spring](https://boone.health/2025/04/08/family-friendly-activities-to-do-in-the-spring/) - As the weather warms up, engaging in outdoor activities can significantly benefit both personal well-being and community connection. Here are some ideas for you, your family, and friends. Spending time outdoors boosts exposure to sunlight, which supports vitamin D production. It also helps reduce the risk of chronic illnesses, lowers stress levels, and enhances mental
- [A Family of Boone Babies](https://boone.health/2025/04/08/a-family-of-boone-babies/) - It’s quite an honor to have a Boone baby, and Brandy Templeton’s had three. Brandy started working in the Maternal Child Health department as a new nurse graduate 18 years ago and worked her way up to supervisor. “I came here, found my love and my passion and never left,” Brandy said. By chance, Brandy
- [Boone Baby Legacy](https://boone.health/2025/04/08/boone-baby-legacy/) - On Christmas Eve 1921, a touring car braved sharp winds, below-freezing temperatures, and a steep gravel road, slick with snow, to carry a married couple to the newly opened Boone County Hospital, where their family doctor awaited them. Two weeks after its grand opening, the hospital was still under construction; one end of the delivery
- [Realistic Expectations for Brand-New Parents](https://boone.health/2025/04/08/realistic-expectations-for-brand-new-parents/) - Every new parent has questions about how they can best care for their baby. While each family is different, parents often share the same questions and concerns. Having realistic expectations for you and your baby will help you feel more confident whenever caring for an infant presents challenges – and let you enjoy time with
- [Michelle Merrihew, DO](https://boone.health/2025/04/08/michelle-merrihew-do/) - Neonatology, Boone Hospital NICU I grew up in Southern California. I moved to Missouri for medical school and then completed my residency in pediatrics and fellowship in neonatal-perinatal medicine at Children’s Mercy Hospital. Why did you get into the health care field? When I went to college, I was undecided what I wanted to do
- [Cindy Bracht, ADN, RN](https://boone.health/2025/04/08/cindy-bracht-adn-rn/) - Labor and Delivery I grew up on a small cattle farm in Tipton, Mo., home of the Cardinals, the 5 & 50 Drive-In and the eightball water tower. My summers included giving swim lessons, lifeguarding and sports. After high school, I worked for a local dentist, then an oral surgeon who I assisted in surgeries
- [Staying Fit While Pregnant](https://boone.health/2025/04/08/staying-fit-while-pregnant/) - Pregnancy is an exciting and challenging time for the body. Exercise is not only safe during pregnancy, but can help support a healthier, pain-free journey! Generally, it is safe to perform the same level of exercise you were performing prior to pregnancy. Exercising for a total of 150 minutes over at least 3 days reduces
- [Boone Health to host 2025 Community Health Needs Assessment](https://boone.health/2025/03/05/boone-health-to-host-2025-community-health-needs-assessment/) - Regular process requires input from community stakeholders to identify critical needs Every three years, Boone Health undertakes a Community Health Needs Assessment (CHNA). While the assessment is a federal requirement, it allows mid-Missouri leaders to take note of health changes over the past several years and also identify actions to combat continuing or emerging health
- [Dr. Lana Zerrer named Chief Medical Officer for Boone Health](https://boone.health/2025/02/11/dr-lana-zerrer-named-chief-medical-officer-for-boone-health/) - Dr. Lana Zerrer named Chief Medical Officer for Boone Health Zerrer, who is chief of staff at Harry S Truman Memorial Veterans Hospital, will join Boone Health on April 7 COLUMBIA, Mo. - Boone Health President and CEO Brady Dubois today announced that Dr. Lana Zerrer has been named chief medical officer for Boone Health.
- [Winter Weather Closures](https://boone.health/2025/02/19/winter-weather-closures/) - Due to weather conditions, the following Boone Health clinics and services will be closed or opening late on the following days: Wednesday, February 19 Closed: Osage Beach Clinic Closing Early: Boonique Gift Shop - closing at 2 PM
- [Boone Health Requesting New CT Scanner](https://boone.health/2025/02/14/boone-health-requesting-new-ct-scanner/) - Due to the ongoing demand for CT scans, Boone Health is actively working to secure an additional CT Scanner. Boone Health is proposing to obtain one additional CT scanner that would be located at Boone Hospital Center. Letters of intent were filed with the Missouri Health Facilities review committee. For questions or comments, please contact
- [Importance of Heart Health](https://boone.health/2025/01/15/importance-of-heart-health/) - Heart health is incredibly important because the heart is the central organ responsible for circulating blood throughout the body, delivering oxygen and nutrients to tissues, and removing waste products. Without a healthy heart, your body cannot function properly. Here are several reasons why maintaining heart health is critical: 1. Vital for Overall Health Circulatory System:
- [In An Instant](https://boone.health/2025/01/15/in-an-instant/) - Ever since high school, Dakota Campbell has loved being around little kids. Hoping to one day open a daycare herself, she got a job at Tiger Tots Preschools: Central Location, a daycare center in Columbia, Mo, working with 1- to 2-year-olds. Every two years, Tiger Tots’ staff take a CPR and First Aid course through
- [In A Heartbeat](https://boone.health/2025/01/15/in-a-heartbeat-2/) - At 50, Andre Grinston exercised regularly, ran 20-25 miles a week, ate a healthy diet, and regularly got his recommended health screenings. He believed he was healthy. In October 2023, Andre was at a preventative screening when a nurse told him he was in atrial fibrillation, or AFib. Not knowing what that meant, the nurse
- [WHAT’S NEW WITH RSV? Protecting Your Baby](https://boone.health/2025/01/15/whats-new-with-rsv-protecting-your-baby/) - As a pediatrician, I often hear from parents concerned about Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV). RSV can affect all ages but is particularly dangerous for newborn babies. Some babies just get mild cold symptoms but many illnesses last at least two weeks, and the infant often develops bronchiolitis (inflammation of the small airways) or pneumonia, requiring
- [Martin Tibuakuu, MD, MPH, FACC - General Cardiology, Missouri Heart Center](https://boone.health/2025/01/15/martin-tibuakuu-md-mph-facc-general-cardiology-missouri-heart-center/) - Dr. Tibuakuu hails from a small village in northern Ghana and has an inspiring journey. He walked barefoot to school and was the first in his village to get an education. Growing up in poverty, Dr. Tibuakuu went weeks without food and didn’t have the means to seek health care. This experience instilled a strong
- [Bailey McMillen, RDCS (AE), RVT, RDMS (AB,OB/GYN) - Cardiovascular Sonography](https://boone.health/2025/01/15/bailey-mcmillen-rdcs-ae-rvt-rdms-abob-gyn-cardiovascular-sonography/) - I’m from Center, Mo., a small town of about 500 people located about 20 miles southwest of Hannibal. I graduated from the University of Missouri—Columbia in 2020 with a Bachelor of Health Science in Clinical and Diagnostic Sciences with an emphasis in Diagnostic Medical Ultrasound. I obtained my ultrasound credentials through the American Registry of
- [Find Your Motivation to Move](https://boone.health/2025/01/15/find-your-motivation-to-move/) - Winter’s shorter days and frigid temperatures can make it difficult for even the most dedicated fitness enthusiasts to find motivation to exercise. It’s easy to stay inside with a blanket and cup of cocoa when the temperature drops, but there are good reasons to break a sweat when it’s cold out. Since 1950, heart disease
- [Christmas and New Year’s Holiday Closures](https://boone.health/2024/12/20/christmas-and-new-years-holiday-closures-2/) - Boone Health is always here to improve the health of the people and communities we serve, but some of our clinics and services will be closed or closing early during the holidays. We wish you and your family a merry Christmas, and a happy and healthy New Year! Christmas Eve, Tuesday. Dec 24 Closed All
- [Thanksgiving Holiday Closures](https://boone.health/2024/11/26/thanksgiving-holiday-closures-4/) - Boone Health is always here to improve the health of the people and communities we serve, but some of our clinics and services will be closed for Thanksgiving on Thursday, Nov. 28 and Friday, Nov. 29. We wish you and your family a happy and healthy holiday! Closing Early Wednesday Boone Health Occupational Medicine: 8 AM
- [PUBLIC NOTICE - Magnet Recognition Program® Site Visit](https://boone.health/2024/06/20/public-notice-magnet-recognition-program-site-visit-2/) - PUBLIC NOTICE Magnet Recognition Program® Site Visit What is Magnet and why is Magnet important? ANCC Magnet Recognition Program® is the highest credential a healthcare organization can achieve. It acknowledges the invaluable contributions of nurses in all healthcare settings and among all populations around the world. Magnet designation is an indication to patients and the
- [Vaccines: Protecting Health and Society](https://boone.health/2024/11/12/vaccines-protecting-health-and-society/) - Vaccines are one of the most significant public health innovations in human history, revolutionizing our approach to disease prevention and control. They have played a crucial role in reducing the prevalence of infectious diseases, preventing outbreaks, and saving millions of lives worldwide. Understanding why it is essential to get necessary vaccines can reinforce public commitment
- [Boone Health upgrades to Hologic Genius 3Dimensions mammogram machines](https://boone.health/2024/11/18/boone-health-upgrades-to-hologic-genius-3dimensions-mammogram-machines/) - Boone Health officials recently flipped the “on” switch to three state-of-the-art Hologic Genius 3Dimensions mammogram machines, bringing the latest in high-definition mammography technology to the community. With two new units at the Harris Breast Center and one at the Nifong Medical Center, Boone Health has now completed a comprehensive upgrade, replacing all of its mammogram
- [From RSV to Recovery](https://boone.health/2024/10/29/from-rsv-to-recovery/) - Darla Taylor considered herself healthy. She watched what she ate, walked two miles a day and never thought she would be admitted to the hospital with a serious lung infection. But that’s where she found herself in January 2024. A few weeks earlier, Darla’s father-in-law passed away from Stage 4 Liver Cancer. Having spent weeks
- [Reclaiming Mobility](https://boone.health/2024/10/29/reclaiming-mobility/) - Deidre “DK” Hirner loves being active. She walks her dog several miles a day and enjoys working out on her recumbent exercise bike. She’s able to keep up her active lifestyle after having several joints replaced; she’s had 3 shoulder replacements - one shoulder was done twice - and a hip replacement. DK spent a
- [A New Lease on Life](https://boone.health/2024/10/29/a-new-lease-on-life/) - Allison Mitchell had not seen a primary doctor in a long time and knew it was time for a check-up. In November 2023, she made an appointment at Boone Health Primary Care – Broadway with Sarah McBee, FNP. “Sarah was so nice,” Allison shares. “Because I hadn’t seen a primary in a long time, I
- [Erica Salinas, MD](https://boone.health/2024/10/24/erica-salinas-md/) - Boone Health Vascular Surgery I was born and raised in South Texas. When I say South Texas, I mean 20 minutes north of the border – not Houston, which is about a 7-plus-hour drive from my hometown of McAllen. I am from a very non-medical family and was the first in my family to go
- [Spiritual Wellness](https://boone.health/2024/10/15/spiritual-wellness/) - Spiritual wellness is an important aspect of overall wellbeing, but what do we mean by spiritual wellness? Sometimes we use the words spirituality and religion interchangeably, but they are different. Spirituality refers to the ways in which we seek meaning, hope, purpose in life, and connection with something bigger than ourselves. Religion is an organized
- [Boone Health Has Received Its 5th Consecutive Magnet Designation!](https://boone.health/2024/10/14/boone-health-has-received-its-5th-consecutive-magnet-designation/) - The American Nurses Credentialing Center announced on Tuesday, September 24, that Boone Hospital Center has achieved its Magnet designation for the fifth time in a row, indicating the high standard of excellence that Boone Hospital nurses achieve every day for patients. The ANCC Magnet Recognition Program® distinguishes health care organizations that meet rigorous standards for
- [Brad Davis, BS, RVT, RCS](https://boone.health/2024/10/07/brad-davis-bs-rvt-rcs/) - Vascular Sonography I’m a local guy – I graduated from Rock Bridge High School, then continued my education at the University of Missouri where I graduated from the Ultrasound Program in 2005. I am blessed to be married to my beautiful wife, Katie. We share our home with our 3 teenage sons – Zeke, 19,
- [Aquablation Therapy](https://boone.health/2024/10/03/aquablation-therapy/) - Aiding men with Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH), one prostate at a time. What is BPH? Simply put, BPH means an enlarged prostate. The prostate is a little gland that lives under the bladder and plays an important role in male sexual function. Every prostate is unique in size and shape, and in some cases, will
- [Decades of Service ](https://boone.health/2024/09/17/decades-of-service/) - By Madison Loethen In 1976, the population of Columbia was approximately 60,000, Jimmy Carter was elected president, Star Wars had just started filming, the Apple Computer company was formed by Steve Jobs and Steve Wozniak, and Environmental Health & Safety Manger Randy Gay and Director of Support Services Myrl Frevert both began working at Boone
- [Boone Hospital Chief Medical Officer Announces Retirement](https://boone.health/2024/09/11/boone-hospital-chief-medical-officer-announces-retirement/) - Dr. Robin Blount, chief medical officer for Boone Health, has announced her intent to retire, effective January 2025. Dr. Blount has been with Boone Health for 38 years, initially practicing internal medicine in private practice at Boone Clinic in Columbia starting in 1987. “I am grateful to have been able to provide care to this
- [Labor Day Closures](https://boone.health/2024/08/29/labor-day-closures-4/) - Boone Health is always here to improve the health of the people and communities we serve, but some of our clinics and services will be closed on Monday, September 2 for Labor Day. We wish you and your family a safe, health, and happy weekend. And thank you to our Boone Health employees who will
- [Parking Lot Repair - Boone Hospital Center](https://boone.health/2024/08/27/parking-lot-repair-boone-hospital-center/) - Accepting bids for RFP for parking lot repairs at Boone Hospital Center 1600 E Broadway Columbia, MO 65201. Mandatory pre-bid meeting on site Thursday September 5, 2024 from 1-2pm. Meeting will start promptly at 1pm, please arrive early for guidance to conference room, bid specs will be shared at this meeting. Bids will be due
- [Heat vs Ice](https://boone.health/2024/07/23/heat-vs-ice/) - Injuries causing aches, sprains, and pulled muscles happen year-round, so it’s important to know when to apply ice and when to apply heat. How Heat Works Heat opens blood vessels which helps to increase blood flow. Increasing blood flow helps provide oxygen and nutrients. Heat helps alleviate pain. Heat loosens muscles, helping them relax, and
- [Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services award Boone Hospital Center 5-Star rating ](https://boone.health/2024/08/14/centers-for-medicare-medicaid-services-award-boone-hospital-center-5-star-rating/) - Boone Hospital is the only hospital in mid-Missouri to earn the top rating. The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) designated Boone Hospital Center as a 5-star hospital, a distinction awarded to just 8.2% of hospitals nationwide. Boone Hospital Center is the only hospital in the mid-Missouri area to receive 5 stars. “Organizations like
- [Protected Feet](https://boone.health/2024/07/23/protected-feet/) - It was winter, it was dark, and it was chilly. Amy Palmer, a Paramedic with Boone Hospital’s Ambulance service responded to a 911 call for an unhoused gentleman who had a medical issue. Amy quickly saw that this patient had literally walked through his shoes. The soles were detaching from the rest of the shoe.
- [Caring for Mothers](https://boone.health/2024/07/23/caring-for-mothers/) - Pelvic floor therapy helps a mom of two under two regain her strength. These days Josie Rutledge can be found baby-wearing her newborn daughter Odette while she and her husband Caleb play with their almost two-year-old daughter Evangeline. “It is very busy but we love having them so close in age,” says Josie. Josie did
- [First Aid](https://boone.health/2024/07/23/first-aid/) - In the theater of life, emergencies often take center stage without warning, demanding swift and decisive action. Amidst the chaos, first aid emerges as a beacon of hope, offering a lifeline to those in distress. Beyond being a mere set of skills, first aid knowledge represents a powerful tool that empowers individuals to become proactive
- [Getting Her Strength Back](https://boone.health/2024/07/23/getting-her-strength-back/) - Veronica Goff’s pain started five years ago as general neck pain. Being a nurse for close to fifteen years, she thought to herself, “This is normal. Nurses have neck pain.” Over the years, the pain would get worse. The pain was starting to go down her left arm, and within the last year, it had
- [Do Not Run at the Pool (and Other Summer Safety Tips)](https://boone.health/2024/07/23/do-not-run-at-the-pool-and-other-summer-safety-tips/) - Aw summer, we are so ready! However, it will be a great summer only if our little ones remain safe. Breaking this down by the elements seems to make sense to me. WATER Swimming Learning to swim is so much fun, but safety should be a priority. The American Academy recommends learning how to swim
- [Kurt P. Bormann, MD](https://boone.health/2024/07/23/kurt-p-bormann-md/) - Orthopedics: Shoulder Replacement; Columbia Orthopaedic Group I grew up in Iowa on a farm with two older sisters. We raised hogs and farmed land. I went to the local high school and played sports year-round. After graduating, I went to Truman State and played football. I graduated with a degree in Exercise Science and then
- [Kristin Walker, BSN, RN, PMGT-BC](https://boone.health/2024/07/23/kristin-walker-bsn-rn-pmgt-bc/) - Staff Nurse 4-P Pain Management I was born in Louisville, Ky. After several moves to different states while I was growing up, I ended up back in Kentucky at the University of Louisville where I received my BSN degree in 1995. I met my husband Brian while in nursing school and moved to Columbia, Mo
- [Grow Stronger to Grow Your Garden!](https://boone.health/2024/07/23/grow-stronger-to-grow-your-garden/) - Missouri in summertime includes BBQs with family and friends, lounging by the pool, and, if you’re like me, cheering on the St. Louis Cardinals. Summertime also includes tackling projects in our yards, landscaping, or working in the garden. For many of us, these projects can be daunting. A standard bag of mulch from Lowes or
- [New Marketing & Communications Director](https://boone.health/2024/07/22/new-marketing-communications-director/) - Boone Health is pleased to announce that effective Monday, August 5, Christian Basi joins Boone Health as the Director of Marketing and Communications. Christian Basi has been with the University of Missouri for the past 32 years -first as a student intern and then for more than 29 years in the university's News Bureau, beginning
- [Boone Hospital Center Is Nationally Recognized for High-Quality Stroke and Heart Attack Care ](https://boone.health/2024/07/17/boone-hospital-center-is-nationally-recognized-for-high-quality-stroke-and-heart-attack-care/) - Boone Hospital Center has received the American Heart Association’s Get With The Guidelines® - Stroke GoldPlus quality achievement award for its commitment to ensuring stroke patients receive the most appropriate treatment according to nationally recognized, research-based guidelines, ultimately leading to more lives saved and reduced disability. Stroke is the No. 5 cause of death and
- [Speech Therapy](https://boone.health/2024/07/17/speech-therapy/) - A new partnership was formed in 2023 between Boone Hospital Center and Our Lady of Lourdes Interparish School (OLLIS). This partnership started as OLLIS was looking to expand services to students with special needs. “It was very obvious as we watched students do speaking parts at Mass, that there was a great need to provide
- [Independence Day Closures](https://boone.health/2024/07/01/independence-day-closures-5/) - Boone Health is always here to improve the health of the people and communities we serve, but some of our clinics and services will be closed on Thursday, July 4 for Independence Day. We wish you and your family a safe, health, and happy weekend. And thank you to our Boone Health employees who will
- [Boone Health Surgical Robots](https://boone.health/2024/06/12/boone-health-surgical-robots/) - Boone Health proposes to obtain two additional surgical robots to be located at Boone Hospital Center. Letters of intent were filed with the Missouri Health Facilities review committee. For questions or comments, contact Sara Rush at 1600 E Broadway, Columbia MO 65201, or email at sr00114@boone.health.
- [Memorial Day Closures](https://boone.health/2024/05/22/memorial-day-closures-6/) - Boone Health is always here to improve the health of the people and communities we serve, but some of our clinics and services will be closed on Monday, May 27 for Memorial Day. We wish you and your family a safe, healthy, and happy weekend. And thank you to our Boone Health employees who will
- [Getting Children Through Tick Season Safely](https://boone.health/2024/04/22/boone-babies-growing-up-2/) - Missouri is one of five states accounting for over 60% of the Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever, or RMSF, cases in the US.(1) It’s one of four states accounting for over 50% of ehrlichiosis cases.(2) Other tickborne diseases, such as Lyme disease, can affect children, but RMSF and ehrlichiosis are the only two that children are
- [Stroke Awareness](https://boone.health/2024/05/01/stroke-awareness/) - May is National Stroke Awareness Month. What is a stroke? A stroke occurs when blood flow to the brain has been interrupted, depriving the brain cells of oxygen. This results in the death of brain cells which causes various symptoms dependent on that area of the brain that was affected. Two Types of Stroke Ischemic
- [The Heart of a Woman](https://boone.health/2024/04/22/the-heart-of-a-woman/) - Until the mid-1980s, little attention was given to studying heart attacks among the female population. Middle-age and older men have them, right? Not 42-year-old women. That’s how old Jayme Prenger was when she suffered what’s referred to as the “widowmaker,” on August 13, 2022. Even that terminology is indicative of a male bias. The widowmaker
- [Scholarship Supports Future Nurses](https://boone.health/2024/04/22/scholarship-supports-future-nurses/) - A Boone Hospital Foundation scholarship supports future Boone Health nurses. The Boone Hospital Foundation Boone Health Nursing Scholarship’s goal is to help current Boone Health employees achieve their goal of becoming a nurse. Those chosen are eligible for awards up to $5,000 toward tuition and fees. Criteria for receiving the award includes a commitment to
- [Managing Sisterhood](https://boone.health/2024/04/22/managing-sisterhood/) - Two members of the Boone Health family discover a deeper connection. There’s a saying that “Sisters are different flowers from the same garden.” But if you can’t see other flowers in the garden for the weeds, you’ll have to start pulling. Just ask Brandi Chick and Holly Wheatley. Brandi has two half-brothers, but she had
- [A Skill That Can Save Lives](https://boone.health/2024/04/22/a-skill-that-can-save-lives/) - The vital importance of learning CPR. In the realm of emergency response, few skills are as universally crucial as Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation, or CPR. CPR serves as a beacon of hope in dire situations when a person’s heart ceases to beat or their breathing stops. The ability to administer CPR can mean the difference between life
- [Sharing is Caring](https://boone.health/2024/03/11/share-boxes-assisting-patients/) - Boone Health partners with the Food Bank for Central and Northeast Missouri to provide “Share Boxes” for patients indicating food insecurity. All Boone Health inpatients indicating food insecurity are now offered a box of food called a “Share Box” to bring home with them, thanks to a new partnership with the Food Bank for Central
- [Implant Allowing Peaceful Slumber](https://boone.health/2024/04/22/implant-allowing-peaceful-slumber/) - The InterStim™ system allows Shannon to finally have freedom from her bladder. Shannon Atkins has never felt more rested, and it’s thanks to an implant that helps her control her bladder. “Before getting this device, I was waking up to go to the bathroom all night long. I couldn’t get any sleep at all,” says
- [Maxwell Lazinger, M.D., FABR](https://boone.health/2024/04/22/maxwell-lazinger-m-d-fabr/) - Vascular and Interventional Radiology; Diagnostic Radiology, Boone Health Radiology I grew up in Lakewood, Nj – “down the Shore” – then lived in Boston for most of my education. I graduated Brandeis University with Honors in Biology and Research, then Tufts University Medical School before completing electives in plastic surgery at Stanford, hepatobiliary surgery at
- [Anna Graham, BSN, RN](https://boone.health/2024/04/22/anna-graham-bsn-rn/) - Wound & Ostomy Specialist I grew up in Oklahoma where I obtained both my associate’s degree in nursing and my bachelor’s degree. I currently live here in Columbia with my husband and two children. Why did you get into the health care field? I was inspired to become a nurse by my grandmother Christine, who
- [Certified Nurses Day](https://boone.health/2024/03/19/certified-nurses-day/) - Tuesday, March 19, we celebrate our Boone Health Certified nurses and thank them for demonstrating professionalism, leadership, and dedication to excellence in patient care. Board certification of nurses plays an increasingly important role in the assurance of high standards of care for patients and their loved ones. Nursing, like health care in general, has become
- [Forbes Names Boone Hospital Center in List of America’s Best Midsize Employers](https://boone.health/2024/02/29/forbes-names-boone-hospital-center-in-list-of-americas-best-midsize-employers/) - Forbes has recognized Boone Hospital Center among America's Best Midsize Employers in its latest ranking. This annual assessment, conducted in collaboration with market research firm Statista, involved gathering feedback from over 170,000 workers across the United States. Companies with 1,000 to 5,000 employees were categorized as midsize employers, while those with over 5,000 employees were
- [Rhonda Parton To Retire From Boone Health After Nearly 42 Years](https://boone.health/2024/02/06/rhonda-parton-to-retire-from-boone-health-after-nearly-42-years/) - After nearly 42 years of service, Rhonda Parton has announced her retirement from Boone Health. To ensure a smooth transition of duties, Rhonda will continue working through mid-May. Rhonda started her career at Boone in 1982 as a Senior Accounting Clerk. She has held Director positions in many departments including Revenue Cycle, Imaging Services, Ancillary
- [Mary Beck Joins the Boone Health Board of Directors](https://boone.health/2024/02/01/mary-beck-joins-the-boone-health-board-of-directors/) - COLUMBIA, Mo. - Mary Beck, DNP, RN, FAONL, has joined the Boone Health Board of Directors, effective immediately. The Board of Directors is comprised of the Boone Hospital Board of Trustees and six community members. Dr. Beck is replacing Judy Starr who transitioned to the Boone Health Board of Trustees when Greg Steinhoff stepped down.
- [Boone Health - January 22 Closures and Late Openings](https://boone.health/2024/01/22/boone-health-january-22-closures-and-late-openings/) - Due to weather and road conditions, the following Boone Health clinics and services will be closed or opening late on Monday, January 22. Cafe & Cafeteria Hours for Monday Boone Appetit Cafe will be closing early at 3 PM today The Boone Cafeteria grill and grab & go areas will be open until 7 PM.
- [Know the Symptoms](https://boone.health/2024/01/15/know-the-symptoms/) - Men and Women are different, and so are their heart attack symptoms. Although men and women share many of the same signs for a heart attack, such as chest pain or discomfort, there are other signs that women need to remember. According to the American Heart Association (AHA), women often believe some symptoms they are
- [Cranberry Roasted Pork with Cinnamon Mashed Sweet Potatoes](https://boone.health/2024/01/15/cranberry-roasted-pork-with-cinnamon-mashed-sweet-potatoes/) - INGREDIENTS (Serves 2) 1 pork tenderloin 3 tbsp Montreal steak seasoning 1 bag fresh or frozen cranberries ½ cup orange juice ¼ cup pure maple syrup Sugar, as needed 1 log goat cheese 1 cup honey 1 bunch fresh thyme 2 sweet potatoes ½ cup brown sugar 1 tbsp cinnamon Pinch of salt ¼ cup
- [Simple and Effective Home Exercises](https://boone.health/2024/01/15/simple-and-effective-home-exercises/) - Winter weather and busy holiday schedules are common obstacles to our exercise time. Driving to and from a gym when time is in short supply and the likelihood of winter weather causing slippery and dangerous roads can lead many people to skip their workout altogether. According to the Centers for Disease Control, only 28 percent
- [Renae Crow, RN, BSN, VA-BC](https://boone.health/2024/01/15/renae-crow-rn-bsn-va-bc/) - Infusion and Treatment Center My husband Hector and I, and our two children Mason and Madison, moved to Columbia from a small town in northeast Missouri in 2010. I graduated from Moberly Area Community College in 2005 with an Associate Degree in Nursing and went on to earn my Bachelor of Science in Nursing in
- [Ryan Strain, MD](https://boone.health/2024/01/15/ryan-strain-md/) - Bariatric (Weight Loss) Surgery, Boone Health Bariatrics I was born and raised in the Kansas City area and attended medical school at the University of Missouri-Kansas City. I did my surgical training at the University of Kansas and Bariatric Surgery fellowship at Mizzou. I have been practicing surgery for over 10 years and been a
- [Ear Infections in Babies and Children](https://boone.health/2024/01/15/ear-infections-in-babies-and-children/) - Ear infections are one of the most common infections in babies and children, and are especially common in the winter. They can accompany many viral infections that are frequent this time of year. Ear infections also account for a large proportion of antibiotic use in children. It’s very important in this day of antibiotic resistance
- [A Partner in Education](https://boone.health/2024/01/15/a-partner-in-education/) - Boone Hospital Center has had a partnership with Columbia Public Schools for almost 40 years. Becoming one of the first partners in the district, Boone Hospital joined Jefferson Junior High School (JJHS) in 1984 as their sole Partner in Education. Partners in Education allows schools and businesses in the community to work together and share
- [How to Stay Motivated During the Cold Winter Months](https://boone.health/2024/01/15/how-to-stay-motivated-during-the-cold-winter-months/) - When days grow shorter and the temperature drops, it’s not uncommon to experience a dip in motivation during the cold winter months. The desire to stay cozy indoors can often override our enthusiasm for pursuing our goals and maintaining a productive lifestyle; however, with the right mindset and a few strategic tips, you can beat
- [Advancements in Robotic Surgery](https://boone.health/2024/01/15/advancements-in-robotic-surgery/) - The advancement of robotic assisted surgery has changed the game for many surgeons and patients. Robotic surgery has been around since 2001. The surgeries performed are minimally invasive which means minimal trauma for the patient. Incisions are smaller, blood loss is less, and pain and recovery times are shorter. Boone Hospital Center added its first
- [Relief from Pain](https://boone.health/2024/01/15/relief-from-pain/) - Laura Hutton woke up before work one early February morning and knew something was wrong. Terrible pain was coming from her neck and shooting pain was going down her arm. “I knew something was very wrong, but I decided to try to go to work anyway. The pain had started the evening before when I
- [Valuing Experience](https://boone.health/2024/01/15/valuing-experience/) - Julie A. Brown BSN, RN, CAPA, CPAN is known for being a fabulous nurse by her patients and her coworkers. “I've been doing this a long time, and I take the 'mom approach' I think,” says Julie, “If a patient or a coworker needs a hug, I give them a hug. If they need a
- [Christmas and New Year's Holiday Closures](https://boone.health/2023/12/20/christmas-and-new-years-holiday-closures/) - Boone Health is always here to improve the health of the people and communities we serve, but some of our clinics and services will be closed or closing early during the holidays. We wish you and your family a merry Christmas, and a happy and healthy New Year! Christmas Eve, Sunday. Dec 24 Boone Convenient
- [A Pinched Nerve](https://boone.health/2023/11/21/a-pinched-nerve/) - It was a sunny day in September 2022. The weather in Macon, Mo. had consistently been in the 80s and Roger Cathey was outside soaking up the sun. Not one to sit around, Roger loves being outdoors, whether he’s mowing, fishing, gardening or planting his wife Pat’s flowers. As Roger was mowing, he got his
- [All About Your A1C](https://boone.health/2023/11/21/all-about-your-a1c/) - What is A1C and should you get tested? What has your blood sugar been up to lately? If you’re at risk for prediabetes or type 2 diabetes, or if you’re managing diabetes, an A1C test can answer that question. The A1C test—also known as the hemoglobin A1C or HbA1c test—is a simple blood test that
- [One Step At A Time](https://boone.health/2023/11/21/one-step-at-a-time/) - A team effort in recovery from COVID. It was December 2022 when Donna Becker tested positive for COVID-19. At a time when many look forward to Christmas lights and gingerbread cookies, Donna was dealing with symptoms from COVID. Around 4 days after she recovered from her COVID symptoms, Donna developed polymyositis - an uncommon inflammatory
- [What is RSV?](https://boone.health/2023/11/21/what-is-rsv/) - Respiratory syncytial virus, or RSV, is the most common lower respiratory tract infection in infants under age 1. A pediatrician explains what RSV is, its symptoms, treatments, and prevention. The fall season brings crisp mornings and colorful leaves, but it also marks the beginning of what we call “sick season: for children.” Respiratory Syncytial Virus,
- [Paula J McMurtry, MD](https://boone.health/2023/11/21/paula-j-mcmurtry-md/) - Rheumatology, Boone Health Rheumatology I grew up in Farrell, Pennsylvania – a steel town 70 miles north of Pittsburgh. My undergraduate degree in biology is from Westminster College in New Wilmington, Pa. and I attended medical school at Hahnemann University (now Drexel) in Philadelphia. I am married to John McMurtry, MD, a retired urologist, and
- [Quenna Kovar, BSN, RN, CNOR](https://boone.health/2023/11/21/quenna-kovar-bsn-rn-cnor/) - Operating Room I was born in San Diego, Calif., as the youngest of five children — and only girl. My parents are immigrants from Cambodia. We moved to Columbia, Mo. on my 6th birthday, and I’ve been here ever since. I received my ADN from Moberly Area Community College in 2009, my BSN from Central
- [Grains Galore!](https://boone.health/2023/11/21/grains-galore/) - Grains are an abundant food group in the ever-expanding worldwide food system. As a globalized population, we have access to a large variety of grains. Grains are a rich source of carbohydrates, with varying degrees of fiber and a small amount of protein and fat. Grains contain B vitamins, like thiamine and folate, and trace
- [Thanksgiving Holiday Closures](https://boone.health/2023/11/20/thanksgiving-holiday-closures-3/) - Boone Health is always here to improve the health of the people and communities we serve, but some of our clinics and services will be closed for Thanksgiving on Thursday, Nov. 23 and Friday, Nov. 24. We wish you and your family a happy and healthy holiday! Closed Thursday only & OPEN Friday, Nov 24 Boone
- [Chemical Peels](https://boone.health/2023/11/06/chemical-peels/) - As a nurse practitioner in the aesthetics field, fall not only means pumpkin spice lattes, sweaters, bonfires, and falling leaves – it makes me think of corrective treatments for the skin! Cooler temperatures, less direct sun exposure, and fewer outdoor activities make autumn a great time to undergo a medical-grade chemical peel. But what is
- [Dry Needling](https://boone.health/2023/10/30/dry-needling/) - Decades of lower back and hip pain began to melt away for Brenda Wilson as she underwent dry needling from Boone Health Therapy Services. Brenda’s pain began in her late teens after roller-skating falls and an unusual landing when cliff jumping into a river. “At the time, the pain was just occasional, but as I
- [Back in the Workshop](https://boone.health/2023/10/24/back-in-the-workshop/) - Dale Vogt got the help he needed to get back to making wooden toys for children in need. 91-year-old Dale Vogt enjoys spending his days in his woodworking workshop, making little toys to give to children in need. Woodworking has been a passion of his since he was just 8 years old, learning from his
- [LIFE-FLIGHTED](https://boone.health/2023/10/10/life-flighted/) - Zach Traylor sits across from the doctor who saved his life. The last time Zach was in front of Michael Brown, MD, MS of Missouri Heart Center, Zach was in a Pheo Crisis – a rare, life-threatening endocrine emergency. But how did a seemingly healthy 24-year-old get to this point? Zach was enjoying life. He
- [Relieve Lower Back Pain](https://boone.health/2023/10/17/relieve-lower-back-pain/) - When people think of core muscles, they often think of six-pack abs; however, our core includes much more than abdominal muscles. Our hips, glutes, hip flexors, and lower back are all connected and work to stabilize our core and maintain correct posture. Unfortunately, many Americans neglect strengthening these muscles and often develop deficiencies or imbalances
- [Katie Bealmer, RN](https://boone.health/2023/10/03/katie-bealmer-rn/) - Emergency Department Rock Bridge! Bruins! I’m from right here in mid- Missouri. I went to RBHS and graduated from Columbia College in 2010. I’ve been married to my husband Jeremy for 13 years, and between us we have four kids: Hannah, Keaton, Hailey, and Josh. Why did you get into the health care field? Originally,
- [Identifying Risk](https://boone.health/2020/10/12/identifying-risk/) - The Boone Hospital Center’s High Risk Breast Clinic and Harris Breast Center usher in a new era of preventative screening for women in Mid-Missouri.
- [Boone Babies Growing Up](https://boone.health/2023/09/19/boone-babies-growing-up/) - Oh, blessed sleep! There is something glorious about getting a full night’s rest without interruption and that wonderful feeling of rejuvenation in the morning. Unfortunately, sleep can be thrown off at many points. For many of us, getting our brains to quiet down so that we can enter dreamland is a struggle – and that
- [THE SILENT KILLER](https://boone.health/2023/09/11/the-silent-killer/) - High blood pressure is known as the silent killer because people often do not show any symptoms, but the longer their blood pressure goes unmanaged, the greater chance they’ll have of a heart attack or stroke. High blood pressure, also called hypertension, is a common condition that affects the body’s arteries. The force of the
- [Discover Disc Golf](https://boone.health/2023/09/06/discover-disc-golf/) - If you are looking for a new sport to try, consider disc golf. It’s a sport that’s easy to learn and fun for the whole family – and it could help you get your 10,000 steps in for the day! Disc golf was introduced in the 1960s as a new way to get outdoor aerobic
- [Labor Day Closures](https://boone.health/2023/08/30/labor-day-closures-3/) - Boone Health is always here to improve the health of the people and communities we serve, but some of our clinics and services will be closed on Monday, September 4 for Labor Day. We wish you and your family a safe, healthy, and happy weekend. And thank you to our Boone Health employees who will
- [A Baptism in the ICU](https://boone.health/2023/08/28/a-baptism-in-the-icu/) - Martin Griffithis was wheeled in his ICU bed to a room that had been prepared to help fulfill his greatest wish: a full submersion baptism. The baptism tank had been delivered from his church earlier that day just for the occasion. His pastor Josh was waiting, along with his family, friends, and care team. His
- [Matters of the Heart](https://boone.health/2023/08/15/matters-of-the-heart/) - Shelly Weter’s nurse practitioner in Milan, Mo., was the first to tell her she had a heart murmur. In 2008, Shelly had an echocardiogram performed at Sullivan County Memorial Hospital and was diagnosed with bicuspid aortic valve, a common congenital heart defect affecting roughly 2% of the population. When the aortic valve doesn’t function properly,
- [Building a Path for the Next Generation](https://boone.health/2023/07/31/building-a-path-for-the-next-generation/) - 23-year-old Post Anesthesia Care Unit nurse Skylar Gooch, RN, BSN may be young, but she is a skilled and valued member of the Boone Health team. Skylar first began planning for her career in nursing during her junior year of high school. “I was thinking about what I wanted to do and where I wanted
- [Boone Babies Having Boone Babies](https://boone.health/2023/07/25/boone-babies-having-boone-babies/) - It was more than 100 years ago, on Christmas Eve 1921, when the first baby was born at the newly opened Boone County Hospital. David Etheridge, son of William and Fannie Etheridge, became the first Boone baby - and the babies have been arriving ever since. Four Boone babies entered the world in March 1987,
- [Back on Her Feet](https://boone.health/2023/07/19/back-on-her-feet-2/) - 21-year-old Sadie Hoyt of Mexico, Mo. was preparing for her job as a certified nurse assistant at the Missouri Veterans Home when pain in her foot nearly took her breath away. “It was so bad that I could barely walk,” says Sadie. Sadie immediately started worrying that it could be a bunion. She knew how
- [Why is Skin Cancer Screening Important?](https://boone.health/2023/07/05/why-is-skin-cancer-screening-important/) - By Jenny L Workman, Boone Health Community Wellness Manager Skin cancer screenings are the best way to detect melanoma and other skin cancers early, when they are easier to treat. If you’re at increased risk for skin cancer, you may need an annual skin cancer screening exam. Even if you have never seen any suspicious
- [Independence Day Closures](https://boone.health/2023/06/29/independence-day-closures-4/) - Boone Health is always here to improve the health of the people and communities we serve, but some of our clinics and services will be closed on Tuesday, July 4 for Independence Day. We wish you and your family a safe, health, and happy 4th of July. And thank you to our Boone Health employees
- [WELLNESS & PREVENTIVE CARE FOR ADOLESCENTS](https://boone.health/2023/06/28/wellness-preventive-care-for-adolescents-2/) - BY NATHAN BECKETT, MD, TIGER PEDIATRICS As babies grow up, the frequency of their doctor visits slows down. By the time most kids are 3 years old, well child checks are recommended annually. Aside from influenza and COVID vaccines, the CDC-recommended immunization series pauses after 4 years old. But even if your child’s school-age development
- [Michael James Hauan, MD, MPH, MA, MTS](https://boone.health/2023/06/20/michael-james-hauan-md-mph-ma-mts/) - Emergency Department I worked my first shift at Boone Hospital’s Emergency Department in December 2003. Since then, my roles have included attending physician in the ER, IRB medical director, Ethics Committee chair, Emergency Department Chief and Facility Medical Director, EMS Medical Director, and I am currently Chief of Staff for Boone Health’s Medical Staff. I
- [The Five Staples of Skincare & Antiaging](https://boone.health/2023/06/13/the-five-staples-of-skincare-antiagingext-article/) - By Tiffany Carmichael, FNP, Aesthetic Nurse Practitioner If you’re anything like me, you look back on your lack of proper skin care and regret every minute of it. When we’re young, we think we’re invincible and won’t ever age — until we do. Fortunately, for those of us that are behind the ball, there are
- [Savannah Evans, BSN, RN](https://boone.health/2023/06/07/savannah-evans-bsn-rn/) - House Supervisor I grew up in Kansas City, with my mom, dad, sister, and brother. I went to school at Truman State in Kirksville, Mo. Initially I got a Bachelor’s in Health Sciences with an emphasis on public health. Then I completed Truman’s accelerated Bachelor of Science in nursing program. I’ve been with my husband,
- [<strong>Healthy Swaps</strong>](https://boone.health/2023/06/01/healthy-swaps/) - Food is more than just fuel. Food is fun, social, and part of our everyday lives. While on a weight loss journey, it can be tricky to navigate how to enjoy the flavors you like and keep up with your social routine. Food swaps help us stay within our nutritional boundaries and allow us to
- [WELLNESS & PREVENTIVE CARE FOR ADOLESCENTS](https://boone.health/2023/05/31/wellness-preventive-care-for-adolescents/) - As babies grow up, the frequency of their doctor visits slows down. By the time most kids are 3 years old, well child checks are recommended annually. Aside from influenza and COVID vaccines, the CDC-recommended immunization series pauses after 4 years old. But even if your child’s school-age development seems on track, don’t skip regular
- [Memorial Day Closures](https://boone.health/2023/05/24/memorial-day-closures-5/) - Boone Health is always here to improve the health of the people and communities we serve, but some of our clinics and services will be closed on Monday, May 29 for Memorial Day. We wish you and your family a safe, healthy, and happy weekend. And thank you to our Boone Health employees who will
- [The Original](https://boone.health/2023/05/23/the-original/) - It was the blizzard of 1979. Heavy snow and wind whipped around Sereatha Jean Branham as she trudged up the hill, from her small apartment on Broadway to Boone County Hospital to apply for a job. Sereatha was hired as a Patient Care Tech (PCT) in the ICU. This year, she is celebrating her 44th
- [HIP, HIP, HOORAY!](https://boone.health/2023/05/17/hip-hip-hooray/) - John Brumagin is a mid-Missouri cattle rancher who has now had both knees and hips replaced by Columbia Orthopaedic Group. Although John will tell you all four replacements went smoothly, he was particularly pleased with his most recent joint – a new hip courtesy of COG surgeon Samuel Thompson, MD. “The knees were the hardest
- [Remembering When You Start to Forget](https://boone.health/2023/05/09/remembering-when-you-start-to-forget/) - Many people struggle with their memory. It’s certainly not uncommon to experience a decline in memory as people age, but how do you know if your memory difficulties are part of the normal aging process or a sign of something more serious? Alexis Caletka and Sara Beth Kirkweg, Speech-Language Pathologists with Boone Therapy, help physicians
- [Freed from GERD](https://boone.health/2023/05/02/freed-from-gerd/) - 79 -year-old Betty Hassien is now pain and symptom-free after receiving the LINX® Reflux Management System. Betty suffered for more than 20 years with gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). Betty had a hiatal hernia causing her GERD, heartburn, regurgitation, chest pain, coughing, and vomiting. Hiatal hernias are formed when the muscle surrounding the esophagus weakens and
- [Pelvic Floor Therapy](https://boone.health/2023/04/26/pelvic-floor-therapy/) - “Life changing” is how many Boone Health pelvic floor therapy patients describe their success. But what is pelvic floor therapy? Pelvic floor therapy is a specialized kind of rehabilitation that works to lessen the symptoms of pelvic floor dysfunction through a personalized treatment program. It can improve pelvic pain, bladder control, bowel control, pelvic organ
- [Boone Health Board of Directors Announces CEO Departure](https://boone.health/2023/04/21/boone-health-board-of-directors-announces-ceo-departure/) - COLUMBIA, Mo. - Boone Health's Board of Directors has announced that Troy Greer, who has served as President and CEO since September 2020, will be stepping away from his position, effective April 21. Troy plans to return to Alabama to be closer to his family, a decision that the Board fully supports and understands. During
- [Well-Known Columbia Providers Join Boone Health](https://boone.health/2023/04/19/well-known-columbia-providers-join-boone-health/) - Columbia Family Medical Group’s physicians have joined Boone Health Medical Group. Carolle Silney, MD will now practice at Boone Health Primary Care Nifong, 900 W. Nifong, Columbia. George Prica, MD and Siamac Vahabzadeh, MD will both practice at Boone Health Primary Care Broadway, 1605 E. Broadway, Columbia. Learn more at www.boone.health/primarycare.
- [<strong>The Most Important Meal of the Day: Breakfast</strong>](https://boone.health/2023/04/17/the-most-important-meal-of-the-day-breakfast/) - The expression we all grew up hearing, "breakfast is the most important meal of the day", could not be more true. The word breakfast translates to, quite literally, 'to break the fast'. Overnight, we are unintentionally fasting for hours. When we wake up, our bodies have gone a long period of time without any energy
- [<strong>A Reason to Smile: Our New Mask Policy</strong>](https://boone.health/2023/04/04/a-reason-to-smile-our-new-mask-policy/) - Starting Tuesday, April 4, 2023, masks will be optional for patients, visitors, and employees in Boone Health facilities unless requested by patients or required for infection prevention. Patients can ask Boone Health staff to wear masks during their visit. Our employees will continue to follow appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements for your care needs.
- [A Beginner’s Guide to Infant Massage](https://boone.health/2023/03/21/a-beginners-guide-to-infant-massage/) - Did you know that one of your baby’s first senses to develop is touch? Your touch can be both calming and stimulating to your baby and create a positive interaction for both of you. Massage can help with stimulation, sensory input, brain development, bonding, weight gain, relaxation, reduced gas or intestinal pain, and behavior regulation.
- [Stress and Weight Management](https://boone.health/2023/03/14/stress-and-weight-management/) - Stress and weight management are intertwined. While your appetite may decline during episodes of acute stress, chronic stress – whether psychological or physical – often results in an increased appetite. There are many reasons that people turn to food when stressed and physiological explanations as to why we eat more and crave specific foods when
- [Tonya Linthacum, FNP-BC - High Risk Breast Clinic Family Nurse Practitioner](https://boone.health/2023/03/07/tonya-linthacum/) - I grew up in Macon, Mo., home of the Macon Tigers, and went to the University of Missouri for my bachelor's and master’s degrees in nursing – once a Tiger, always a Tiger! My husband, Mike, and I both are nurses and met many years ago at the University Hospital where we both were working.
- [Therapy Dogs To The Rescue](https://boone.health/2023/02/27/therapy-dogs-to-the-rescue/) - Dori Neumeier was sitting in the lounge area of the Therapy Floor when the elevators opened and out walked Timbre the therapy dog and his owner Tom Trabue. Dori felt all of her stress from the day melt away as Timbre came over and allowed her to pet him. Dori had been hospitalized for over
- [Hands-On Healthcare Education](https://boone.health/2023/02/15/hands-on-healthcare-education/) - Students learning how to be nurses, respiratory or speech therapists, paramedics, radiology technicians, and other healthcare professionals can only learn so much in the classroom. There comes a time when they need to begin working with real patients in real situations. And that’s where Boone Health comes in. Boone Health works with roughly 50 schools
- [<strong>Boone Health and Peak Sport and Spine Announce Mid-Missouri Partnership</strong>](https://boone.health/2023/02/07/boone-health-and-peak-sport-and-spine-announce-mid-missouri-partnership/) - Boone Health and Peak Sport and Spine are joining forces at 20 outpatient therapy clinics in mid-Missouri, bringing together two longstanding health care organizations. The move allows for an elevated coordination of care throughout the patient’s health care journey and accelerates Boone Health’s efforts to expand access to quality care in mid-Missouri. “We know that
- [Revival of the Fittest](https://boone.health/2023/02/06/revival-of-the-fittest/) - In October, Boone Health Medical Group opened a new clinic in Mexico, Mo. But although new to Boone, the Medical Park clinic has deep roots in Audrain County, with a long history of providing care to patients. Boone Health Medical Park – Mexico was originally founded in 1996 as a multispecialty group with a pulmonologist,
- [<strong>Cooking Methods</strong>](https://boone.health/2023/02/02/cooking-methods/) - Throughout your bariatric journey, we talk a lot about meal planning and prioritizing protein and encourage you to eat fresh fruit and vegetables. The way you prepare these foods makes a big difference in the flavor and overall eating experience. Oftentimes, people can be hesitant to try new vegetables or new flavors because they aren't
- [Supporting Those Who Served](https://boone.health/2023/01/24/supporting-those-who-served/) - By Madison Loethen Around Veterans Day every year at Boone Hospital Center you will find a beautiful mural where employees share their well wishes and thank-yous to veterans. Those murals were made by Lead Orderly Amber McLelland who is a veteran herself. Amber enlisted in the year 2000 at just 17 years old. Her sister
- [New Year's Holiday Closures](https://boone.health/2022/12/30/new-years-holiday-closures-3/) - Boone Health is always here to improve the health of the people and communities we serve, but some of our clinics and services will be closed on or in observance of New Year's Day on Monday, January 2. We wish you a happy and healthy 2023! Closing Early • Friday, December 30 Boone Plaza Pharmacy:
- [Christmas Holiday Closures](https://boone.health/2022/12/21/christmas-holiday-closures-4/) - Boone Health is always here to improve the health of the people and communities we serve, but some of our clinics and services will be closed on or in observance of Christmas Day on Friday, Dec. 23, Sunday, Dec, 25 or Monday, Dec. 26. We wish you and your family a merry Christmas, and a
- [Boone Health Community Wellness](https://boone.health/2022/12/20/boone-health-community-wellness/) - By Jenny L. Workman, Community Wellness Manager Boone Health Community Wellness is our outreach program which supports health and wellness programs and screenings for mid-Missouri companies, communities in our service area, and Boone Health employees. In the 2000s, Boone Hospital Center established a community outreach program called WELLAWARE that provided community health screenings, health fairs,
- [Screening for Colorectal Cancer](https://boone.health/2022/12/14/screening-for-colorectal-cancer/) - By Lucy Shaffer, CGRN The age for a colonoscopy screening was previously recommended to happen when you turned 50. After an increase of patients diagnosed with colon cancer in people younger than 50, the recommended age for a screening colonoscopy was lowered to 45. Colorectal cancer is the 2nd leading cause of cancer deaths among
- [Hospice Supporting Families](https://boone.health/2022/12/07/hospice-supporting-families/) - By Madison Loethen Nothing can truly prepare you for the loss of a loved one, but the Cox family will tell you the Boone Health Home Care & Hospice team offered the support they needed during that difficult time. 85-year-old Connie Cox was diagnosed with a Glioblastoma in April 2021 and given a 6-month life
- [Meet Pearl Lariosa, MBA, BSN RN, CMSRN](https://boone.health/2022/11/29/meet-pearl-lariosa-mba-bsn-rn-cmsrn/) - I was born and raised in Cebu, Philippines. After receiving my Bachelor’s in Mathematics, I was a research analyst for 2 years. Working with nurses during a research study led to a change of heart – I pursued nursing and graduated in 1988. 2022 will be my 34th year as a nurse. I emigrated to
- [Thanksgiving Holiday Closures](https://boone.health/2022/11/21/thanksgiving-holiday-closures-2/) - Boone Health is always here to improve the health of the people and communities we serve, but some of our clinics and services will be closed for Thanksgiving on Thursday, Nov. 24 and Friday, Nov. 25. We wish you and your family a happy and healthy holiday! Closed Thursday, Nov. 24 All Boone Health Medical Group
- [What to Expect After a Concussion](https://boone.health/2022/11/15/what-to-expect-after-a-concussion/) - By Hannah Williams, PT, DPT, Physical Therapist at Boone Therapy Your niece collided with an opponent at a soccer game. Your friend was rear-ended on the Business Loop. You fell from a ladder and hit your head. What do the three of you have in common? Probably a concussion! A concussion is a mild traumatic
- [Breastfeeding a Newborn: What's Normal?](https://boone.health/2022/11/09/breastfeeding-a-newborn-whats-normal/) - By Emily Nusbaum, RN, IBCLC, Boone Family Birthplace Breastfeeding is a normal and natural part of delivering a baby. Our bodies produce breastmilk as a result of hormones and continue to produce as our babies nurse. New parents are often surprised to learn that breastfeeding can be confusing or hard – shouldn’t things that are
- [Navigating Thanksgiving As A Bariatric Surgery Patient](https://boone.health/2022/11/04/navigating-thanksgiving-as-a-bariatric-surgery-patient/) - Navigating Thanksgiving as a bariatric surgery patient can be a challenge. The main purpose of surgery is to limit room available for food intake, and the focus of meals should be providing good nutrition to fuel the body. On the other hand, food is meant to be enjoyed, and eating a holiday meal is a
- [Maintaining Normalcy Through Cancer](https://boone.health/2022/10/26/maintaining-normalcy-through-cancer/) - By Madison Loethen 49 -year-old married mother of two Nancy Gillig remembers getting the call that changed her life. She had just undergone a routine mammogram at Boone Health’s Harris Breast Center when an abnormality was found. That led to her getting an ultrasound and then a biopsy. “I got the call, and they told
- [Reducing Food Waste](https://boone.health/2022/10/19/reducing-food-waste/) - By Jennifer Tveitnes, RD, LD, Clinical Dietitian, Boone Health Bariatrics Food waste is a significant issue in the United States. The U.S. Department of Agriculture, or USDA, estimates that approximately 31% of food is wasted by retailers and consumers. Throwing out so much uneaten food has many impacts. Safe food that could feed people
- [Meet Emmanuel Nana Amoako, BSN, RN, CCRN](https://boone.health/2022/10/12/emmanuel-nana-amoako-bsn-rn-ccrn/) - I was born and raised in Kumasi, a city in Ghana, West Africa. I moved to Jefferson City about nine years ago, then to COMO three months ago. I received my bachelor’s degree in Nursing from Lincoln University. Boone Health is my second full-time nursing job since graduating, and I cherish every moment working there.
- [Shedding Pounds Without Surgery](https://boone.health/2022/10/05/shedding-pounds-without-surgery/) - By Hannah Robertson Galina Rasputina-Simmons, a manager of a recovery room at Boone Hospital Center, found herselfin a position so many of us do. Slowly, over years of balancing work, life with her husband Reginald and their three daughters Alissa, Aleena and Aliyah, along with the stress that comes with it, she had begun to
- [Untangled](https://boone.health/2022/09/26/untangled/) - By Madison Loethen Aaron Eckman was working on his Paris, Missouri family cattle farm when he began having vision issues. “All of the sudden when I would focus on an object, the object would start moving. It would last 5 to 30 seconds each time and it kept happening,” says Aaron. Aaron took a break.
- [The Wellness Benefits Of Being Active In The Outdoors](https://boone.health/2022/09/21/the-wellness-benefits-of-being-active-in-the-outdoors/) - By Jenny L. Workman Studies have shown that nature has helped people cope with isolation over the past year. There are several health benefits that scientists continue to explore linking the great outdoors to our wellness. “The physiological response to being outside in nature is real, and it’s measurable,” said Michelle Kondo, a research social
- [Seasonal Produce](https://boone.health/2022/09/15/seasonal-produce/) - After weight loss surgery, the main dietary focus is protein. Protein at every meal. Eat protein first. Hit your protein goal. But the end game is not to just eat protein forever! A balanced diet, whether pre or post surgery, always includes protein and produce. Variety in the diet is just as important after weight
- [The Chamber Of Healing](https://boone.health/2022/09/13/the-chamber-of-healing/) - By Hannah Robertson When you walk into a hospital, specifically a wound clinic, the last thing you expect to smell are fresh baked goods. But if you were visiting Boone Hospital Center’s Wound Healing Center on the same day as Perry Leslie, that’s just what you may find. Perry made a habit of treating the
- [Labor Day Closures](https://boone.health/2022/09/02/labor-day-closures-2/) - Boone Health is always here to improve the health of the people and communities we serve, but some of our clinics and services will be closed on Monday, September 5 for Labor Day. We wish you and your family a safe, health, and happy weekend. And thank you to our Boone Health employees who will
- [Spiritual Care](https://boone.health/2022/08/30/131649/) - By Madison Loethen On March 24, Nicole “Nikki” Stallworth opened her eyes. She looked around and saw that she was in a hospital room, and specifically, an Intensive Care Unit (ICU) room. She racked her brain for her last memory. The last thing she remembered was being in her postpartum hospital room after having her
- [A Family Of Boone Nurses](https://boone.health/2022/08/03/a-family-of-boone-nurses/) - By Erin Wegner Growing up, Danielle Major would hear her cousin Grace Westfall talk about how much she wanted to become a nurse, just like her Grandma LeAn Smith. From a very young age, this was what Grace wanted to do, and she never wavered on her desire to become a nurse. Grace’s Grandma, LeAn,
- [Independence Day Closures](https://boone.health/2022/06/30/independence-day-closures-3/) - Boone Health is always here to improve the health of the people and communities we serve, but some of our clinics and services will be closed on Monday, July 4 for Independence Day. We wish you and your family a safe, health, and happy weekend. And thank you to our Boone Health employees who will
- [Protein To Go](https://boone.health/2022/06/28/protein-to-go/) - It doesn't take much for summer activities to disrupt the routine. More people travel and take vacations during the summer months. There are more outdoor activities and parties to attend. Through the busy schedules, maintaining a routine can be a challenge. When life gets busy, it is important to still prioritize proper nutrition. Inadequate protein
- [Physical Activity At Any Age](https://boone.health/2022/06/14/physical-activity-at-any-age/) - By Jenny L. Workman, Community Wellness Manager If you’ve spent the first half of your life as a couch potato, and think it’s too late for exercise to do your body and mind any good, think again! Years of research studies confirm that exercise can lower risk for an early death, even if you wait
- [Tips For Safe Baby-Wearing](https://boone.health/2022/06/07/tips-for-safe-baby-wearing/) - By Tara Phillips, RN, IBCLC, Boone Family Birthplace Nurse And Lactation Consultant Baby-wearing is not only popular; it’s beneficial for your newborn. But with so many options out there, it can be hard to know which is best for wearing your baby. Before you buy a carrier, check out these tips! Baby-wearing has been proven
- [Cleaning Out Your Medicine Cabinet](https://boone.health/2022/05/31/cleaning-out-your-medicine-cabinet/) - By Jessica Park If your daily prescriptions share space with medicine you stopped taking years ago, it’s time for a clean sweep! A shelf of half-empty pill bottles doesn’t spark joy and could be dangerous. Medicine can expire as its ingredients break down over time, making it less effective. Some expired medicine can even host
- [Memorial Day Closures](https://boone.health/2022/05/27/memorial-day-closures-4/) - Boone Health is always here to improve the health of the people and communities we serve, but some of our clinics and services will be closed on Monday, May 30 for Memorial Day. We wish you and your family a safe, health, and happy weekend. And thank you to our Boone Health employees who will
- [Lab Tested](https://boone.health/2022/05/25/lab-tested/) - By Jessica Park In January 2020, Drew Wilkinson, Director of Boone Health Laboratory Services, Ambulance Services and Emergency Department, had one thing on his mind – bringing Boone lab services to more communities. New outpatient draw sites were scheduled to open in Columbia and work was about to start on a location in Mexico, Mo.
- [Early Detection](https://boone.health/2022/05/17/early-detection/) - By Madison Loethen Travis Fitzgerald has always spent a lot of time outdoors. He grew up in Southern California and says sunburns were part of everyday life for him as a kid. Now he is a married father of 3 and his family loves to spend time together outside. Getting checked for skin cancer was
- [Saving Money at the Store](https://boone.health/2022/05/13/saving-money-at-the-store/) - Saving Money at the Store It's no secret that grocery prices are going up. Navigating a nutritious diet while controlling your grocery budget is challenging. Following a few basic tips can help keep both bank account and nutrition on track. Unit Price What is unit price, and how do you calculate it? Price ÷ Quantity
- [Getting His Voice Back](https://boone.health/2022/05/11/getting-his-voice-back/) - By Erin Wegner After Gary Cannaday was diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease two years ago, his voice became raspy and quiet. He noticed people had a hard time understanding what he was saying. He was also noticing new difficulty organizing his thoughts and maintaining conversations with friends and family. One of thescarier things he began to
- [A Premature Blessing](https://boone.health/2022/05/04/a-premature-blessing/) - By Hannah Robertson The greatest blessings in life arrive when we least expect them. That was the case for theMoore family, whose latest addition arrived almost 8 weeks before her December 19 due date. Carlene Moore was taking a shower after a day of Halloween-related activities on October 24 when she first started feeling contractions.
- [Angie and her Boone Angels](https://boone.health/2022/04/27/angie-and-her-boone-angels/) - By Madison Loethen Boone Health Pulmonary Clinic Patient Service Representative Angie Lewis was doing one of her favorite things in the world - spending time with her family - when she became concerned that one of her family members was becoming ill. "I was worried about him, so I took him to Boone Convenient Care
- [Fats](https://boone.health/2022/04/13/fats/) - Protein is the main dietary focus after weight loss surgery. Protein at every meal. Eat your protein first. Hit your daily protein goal. In past blog posts, carbohydrates were explained as necessary in appropriate portions and choosing the 'smart' carbs packed with fiber and a variety of nutrients. But what about fat? Like carbs, fat
- [Carbohydrates](https://boone.health/2022/03/14/carbohydrates/) - After weight loss surgery, the main dietary focus is protein. Protein at every meal. Eat your protein first. Hit your daily protein goal. But what about carbohydrates? Carbohydrates are often vilified, but they are not 'bad' foods. Carbs provide a variety of important nutrients! They are the body's preferred source of energy, especially for the
- [A Matter Of The Heart](https://boone.health/2022/03/01/a-matter-of-the-heart/) - By Hannah Robertson One day in March 2021, Rickey Harvey was attending a Heart Health Check his wife, Susie, had signed him up for. He had no symptoms but was prompted to attend the Heart Health Check given his family health history. He has relatives who have Factor V Leiden, a genetic blood-clotting disorder due
- [A New Path](https://boone.health/2022/02/23/a-new-path/) - By Hannah Robertson There are moments in life when two paths stand clearly in front of us and we know, instinctually, that the path we take will change everything. For Dale Donnell, that moment came shortly after his second heart attack. Anthony J. Spaedy, MD, a cardiologist with Missouri Heart Center, had treated Dale just
- [How to Clean Your Plate](https://boone.health/2022/02/14/how-to-clean-your-plate/) - By Jennifer Tveitnes, RD, LD Parents past and present have instructed children to “clean their plate” at the family table. Not only are kids expected to finish all the food on their plate, but it’s often a requirement before they can receive more food, especially dessert. Always eating every bite of food on your plate,
- [Plant-Centric Eating: What, Why, and How](https://boone.health/2022/02/09/plant-centric-eating-what-why-and-how/) - The plant-centric eating trend continues to grow with more and more consumers searching for plant-based options on shelves and menus. Sales of plant-based foods and drinks have sky-rocketed the past couple years, making it more than a $7 billion dollar industry. Why has plant-centric eating gained so much popularity in recent years? Read on to
- [A Promise Fulfilled](https://boone.health/2022/02/01/a-promise-fulfilled/) - By Jessica Park Long before Columbia became mid-Missouri’s medical center, people received healthcare in their doctor’s office or at home. But as the city grew and medicine advanced, new approaches were required. This need was made plain in 1918 when the flu pandemic struck Boone County. Parker Memorial Hospital at the University of Missouri quickly
- [When Baby Crashes Babymoon](https://boone.health/2022/01/26/when-baby-crashes-babymoon/) - By Erin Wegner When Jessica and Nathan set off on a “babymoon,” they had planned to rest and relax before their daughter arrived. A babymoon is a chance for expecting parents to get a vacation before their baby arrives. But baby had other plans. Jessica and Nathan live in Chicago, where Nathan teaches at a
- [At Home Exercise](https://boone.health/2022/01/19/at-home-exercise/) - As many of us discover during the first weeks of any new year, establishing an exercise routine can be challenging. Starting and maintaining any new habit, including exercise, is difficult. During the winter especially, the weather is often a barrier to achieving exercise goals. Joined a gym? Slick roads may prevent you from getting there.
- [New Year's Holiday Closures](https://boone.health/2021/12/29/new-years-holiday-closures-2/) - Boone Health is always here to improve the health of the people and communities we serve, but some of our clinics and services will be closed or closing early on Friday, Dec. 31 and Saturday, January 1, 2022. We wish you and your family a happy and healthy 2022! New Year's Eve • Friday. December
- [Christmas Holiday Closures](https://boone.health/2021/12/22/christmas-holiday-closures-3/) - Boone Health is always here to improve the health of the people and communities we serve, but some of our clinics and services will be closed or closing early for Christmas on Friday, Dec. 24 and Saturday, Dec. 25. We wish you and your family a merry Christmas, and a happy and healthy holiday! Christmas Eve
- [2020 Employee and Leader of the Year](https://boone.health/2021/12/06/2020-employee-and-leader-of-the-year/) - Boone Health announced its 2020 Employee of the Year and Leader of the Year at our Service Awards ceremony on Friday, December 3, 2021. 2020 Employee of the Year Emily Wood, Staff Nurse, Women's & Children's Health Emily was recognized for her attentiveness to her patients, positive attitude, attention to detail, and support for her
- [Handling The Holidays](https://boone.health/2021/11/29/handling-the-holidays/) - Holiday meals after bariatric surgery present themselves with a unique set of challenges. Do I still strive for my protein and fluid goals? Should I avoid alcohol? Can I have my favorite foods? Trying to navigate nutrition during the holiday season can be confusing. Here are a few tips to get you through. Protein and
- [Thanksgiving Holiday Closures](https://boone.health/2021/11/23/thanksgiving-holiday-closures/) - Boone Health is always here to improve the health of the people and communities we serve, but some of our clinics and services will be closed for Thanksgiving on Thursday, Nov. 25 and Friday, Nov. 26. We wish you and your family a happy and healthy holiday! Closed Thursday, Nov. 25 All Boone Health Medical Group
- [Boone Success Story: Tracy Sasser](https://boone.health/2021/10/27/boone-success-story-tracy-sasser/) - By Hannah Robinson When Tracy Sasser was a young girl, around the age of 5, she had a “trick” that others would often point out: She could flutter her eyelids abnormally fast. She was often asked how she was able to flutter them so quickly, but the truth was, she didn’t know. In fact, most
- [Priority: Protein](https://boone.health/2021/10/26/priority-protein/) - From a weight loss surgery patient's first visit in our office through every pre and post op visit, one of the main topics of discussion is protein. Are you getting adequate protein? What types of protein are you consuming? Are you spreading out protein consumption throughout the day? These are all important questions for us
- [Emotional Health](https://boone.health/2021/09/28/emotional-health/) - Emotions play a significant role in weight management. Most people think of the psychological contributor - emotional eating - when it comes emotions and weight. There are also hormones involved in emotions, especially stress, that promote weight gain in physiological ways. Cortisol is one of two primary hormones released during times of stress. When we
- [The Importance of Food Logging](https://boone.health/2021/08/25/the-importance-of-food-logging/) - Most people have a love/hate relationship with food logging. Some view it as cumbersome, time consuming, and simply difficult to remember to do. Others find it quite helpful, allowing them to stay on track and achieve their goals. I am also aware, however, that many patients find being consistent with food logging a challenge for
- [Boonique Gifts Offers Unique Items, Personalized Service](https://boone.health/2014/11/18/boonique-gifts-offers-unique-items-personalized-service/) - The call came from California. Dee, the gift shop assistant who took the call, talked to a woman whose childhood friend was staying at Boone Hospital Center. The caller’s friend was not going to recover.
- [My Weight Was Weighing Me Down](https://boone.health/2021/05/19/my-weight-was-weighing-me-down/) - By Erin Wegner Meagan started struggling with her weight in college. After getting married and having three kids, she couldn’t keep her weight in a healthy range. She tried weight loss and exercise programs but was never able to keep the weight off because the programs didn’t set her up for long-term weight loss success.
- [One-Pot Meals](https://boone.health/2021/03/03/28/) - Slow and instant pressure cookers can help you make a hearty meal even with a busy schedule.
- [Bariatric Friendly Summer Treats](https://boone.health/2021/07/22/bariatric-friendly-summer-treats/) - Hot summertime temperatures often lead us to crave cool summertime treats. After bariatric surgery, however, indulgences become very few and far between. The high sugar and/or high fat content of many treats can cause dumping syndrome for gastric bypass patients. Often these foods also fail to provide the nutrients that patients need to prioritize after
- [Independence Day Closures](https://boone.health/2021/06/29/independence-day-closures-2/) - Boone Health is always here to improve the health of the people and communities we serve, but some of our clinics and services will be closed for Independence Day on Sunday, July 4 and Monday, July 5. We wish everyone a safe holiday weekend! Closed July 4 Boone Convenient Care: Both locations Closed July 5
- [There's An App For That](https://boone.health/2021/06/22/theres-an-app-for-that/) - By Emily Nusbaum, RN, IBCLC, Boone Family Birthplace When it comes to pregnancy and caring for a newborn, the amount of information you find on the internet can be almost as overwhelming, confusing, and contradicting as raising a new human — welcome to parenthood! New parents can learn most of what they need to know
- [Kid's Corner: Healthy Snacks And Activities](https://boone.health/2021/06/16/kids-corner-healthy-snacks-and-activities/) - By Jennifer Tveitnes, RD, LDN Kids’ brains are worn out by the end of the school day. Seven hours of switching from subject to subject, solving problems, reading, absorbing new information and navigating social interactions is enough to exhaust anyone’s mind. What’s the best way to energize your child and help everyone power through the
- [Spring Clean Your Pantry](https://boone.health/2021/06/08/spring-clean-your-pantry/) - By Kate Lohman, MS, RDN, LD Just like the rest of your house, the pantry is a great place to do some spring cleaning. Food items can slowly accumulate and be forgotten over time. Are you always buying more of an item because you can’t remember if you have any left at home? Are you
- [A Cape For A Supermom](https://boone.health/2021/06/02/a-cape-for-a-supermom/) - By Madison Loethen When Dawn and Rodney Milford began preparing for marriage, one of their major discussions was children — a conversation which came as a surprise to some family members, since they were both in their late 40s. When they married, Dawn was 46 and Rodney was 49. “I already had two grown children,
- [Memorial Day Closures](https://boone.health/2021/05/28/memorial-day-closures-3/) - Boone Health is always here to improve the health of the people and communities we serve, but some of our clinics and services will be closed on Monday, May 31 for Memorial Day. We wish everyone a safe holiday weekend. Closed Monday May, 31All Boone Medical Group clinicsBoone Convenient Care: Both locationsBoone TherapyLab Draw Clinics
- [His Safe Haven](https://boone.health/2021/05/26/his-safe-haven/) - By Madison Loethen Howie Ambrus loves to sing. His big, belting voice often took center stage as he sang the National Anthem at Mizzou sporting events. But Howie’s passion for singing was threatened when he was diagnosed with sarcoidosis. Sarcoidosis is a disease that causes inflammation and organ failure. It can occur in any part
- [Employee of the Month gets hospital staff "running backup to 100%" - Test article with long title drops into two lines](https://boone.health/2014/07/27/employee-of-the-month-gets-hospital-staff-running-backup-to-100-test-article-with-long-title-drops-into-two-lines/) - Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipisicing elit, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua. Ut enim ad minim veniam, quis nostrud exercitation ullamco laboris nisi ut aliquip ex ea commodo consequat. Duis aute irure dolor in reprehenderit in voluptate velit esse cillum dolore eu fugiat nulla pariatur. Excepteur sint occaecat cupidatat non proident, sunt in culpa qui officia deserunt mollit anim id est laborum.
- ["Amazing attitudes and compassion": A father's gratitude](https://boone.health/2014/07/27/amazing-attitudes-and-compassion-a-fathers-gratitude-2/) - Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipisicing elit, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua. Ut enim ad minim veniam, quis nostrud exercitation ullamco laboris nisi ut aliquip ex ea commodo consequat. Duis aute irure dolor in reprehenderit in voluptate velit esse cillum dolore eu fugiat nulla pariatur. Excepteur sint occaecat cupidatat non proident, sunt in culpa qui officia deserunt mollit anim id est laborum.
- [Memorial Day Closures](https://boone.health/2014/07/27/memorial-day-closures-2/) - Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipisicing elit, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua. Ut enim ad minim veniam, quis nostrud exercitation ullamco laboris nisi ut aliquip ex ea commodo consequat. Duis aute irure dolor in reprehenderit in voluptate velit esse cillum dolore eu fugiat nulla pariatur. Excepteur sint occaecat cupidatat non proident, sunt in culpa qui officia deserunt mollit anim id est laborum.
- [Employee of the Month gets hospital staff "running backup to 100%"](https://boone.health/2014/07/27/employee-of-the-month-gets-hospital-staff-running-backup-to-100/) - Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipisicing elit, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua. Ut enim ad minim veniam, quis nostrud exercitation ullamco laboris nisi ut aliquip ex ea commodo consequat. Duis aute irure dolor in reprehenderit in voluptate velit esse cillum dolore eu fugiat nulla pariatur. Excepteur sint occaecat cupidatat non proident, sunt in culpa qui officia deserunt mollit anim id est laborum.
- [Childbirth in a Day Class](https://boone.health/2014/10/01/childbirth-in-a-day-class-53/) - Designed to offer detailed childbirth preparation in a small group setting. The class size is limited to encourage questions, discussion and individual attention. Topics include physical and emotional changes of pregnancy, the labor and birth process, Cesarean birth, pain management, post partum and the newborn. Class will integrate massage and breathing awareness with relaxation training.
- [Memorial Day Closures - 1](https://boone.health/2014/07/27/memorial-day-closures-1/) - Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipisicing elit, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua. Ut enim ad minim veniam, quis nostrud exercitation ullamco laboris nisi ut aliquip ex ea commodo consequat. Duis aute irure dolor in reprehenderit in voluptate velit esse cillum dolore eu fugiat nulla pariatur. Excepteur sint occaecat cupidatat non proident, sunt in culpa qui officia deserunt mollit anim id est laborum.
- [Garage Sale](https://boone.health/2014/10/29/garage-sale/) - Preview items on Wednesday, October 29, 2014 7:00-8:00 am and 2:30-3:30 pm
- [Prepared Childbirth Classes](https://boone.health/2014/10/29/prepared-childbirth-classes-18/) - Designed to offer detailed childbirth preparation in a small group setting. The class size is limited to encourage questions, discussion and individual attention.
- [Fit For Delivery](https://boone.health/2014/07/27/fit-for-delivery-3/) - Would you like an easier delivery and a quicker recovery back to your pre-baby body? This 6-week course teaches expectant mothers specific flexibility and strengthening exercises designed to prepare your body for the demands of delivery and what to do after delivery to get your shape back more quickly.
- [Childbirth in a Day Class](https://boone.health/2014/10/29/childbirth-in-a-day-class-52/) - Designed to offer detailed childbirth preparation in a small group setting. The class size is limited to encourage questions, discussion and individual attention. Topics include physical and emotional changes of pregnancy, the labor and birth process, Cesarean birth, pain management, post partum and the newborn. Class will integrate massage and breathing awareness with relaxation training.
- [Prepared Childbirth Classes](https://boone.health/2014/10/29/prepared-childbirth-classes-17/) - Designed to offer detailed childbirth preparation in a small group setting. The class size is limited to encourage questions, discussion and individual attention. Topics include physical and emotional changes of pregnancy, the labor and birth process, Cesarean birth, pain management, post partum and the newborn. Class will integrate massage and breathing awareness with relaxation training.
- [Fit For Delivery](https://boone.health/2014/10/29/fit-for-delivery-2/) - Would you like an easier delivery and a quicker recovery back to your pre-baby body? This 6-week course teaches expectant mothers specific flexibility and strengthening exercises designed to prepare your body for the demands of delivery and what to do after delivery to get your shape back more quickly.
- [Foundation Jewelry Sale: 11/4](https://boone.health/2014/10/29/foundation-jewelry-sale-11-4/) - Start your holiday shopping early -- or pick up something for yourself -- including jewelry, watches, sunglasses, bags, scarves, children's items and more! All proceeds benefit Boone Hospital Foundation.
- [Foundation Jewelry Sale: 11/3](https://boone.health/2014/10/29/foundation-jewelry-sale-11-3/) - Start your holiday shopping early -- or pick up something for yourself -- including jewelry, watches, sunglasses, bags, scarves, children's items and more! All proceeds benefit Boone Hospital Foundation.
- [Better Beginnings with Breastfeeding](https://boone.health/2014/10/29/better-beginnings-with-breastfeeding-20/) - Breastfeeding offers benefits for mother and baby. While breastfeeding is natural, it is a learned skill. This class is designed to provide breastfeeding education, support and guidance.
- [Fit For Delivery](https://boone.health/2014/10/29/fit-for-delivery/) - Would you like an easier delivery and a quicker recovery back to your pre-baby body? This 6-week course teaches expectant mothers specific flexibility and strengthening exercises designed to prepare your body for the demands of delivery and what to do after delivery to get your shape back more quickly.
- [Prepared Childbirth Classes](https://boone.health/2014/10/29/prepared-childbirth-classes-16/) - Designed to offer detailed childbirth preparation in a small group setting. The class size is limited to encourage questions, discussion and individual attention. Topics include physical and emotional changes of pregnancy, the labor and birth process, Cesarean birth, pain management, post partum and the newborn. Class will integrate massage and breathing awareness with relaxation training.
- [Infant Safety & CPR Class](https://boone.health/2014/10/29/infant-safety-cpr-class-26/) - Basic parenting information, infant safety and how to prepare for emergencies. CPR instructors are certified by the American Heart Association.
- [Weight Loss Seminar - 11/10/14](https://boone.health/2014/10/29/weight-loss-seminar-11-10-14/) - Boone Hospital Center offers a comprehensive and multi-disciplinary Weight Loss Surgery Program. The multi-disciplinary team includes the surgeon, registered nurse and coordinator of the program, registered dietitian, exercise therapist, psychologist and financial counselor.
- [Childbirth in a Day Class](https://boone.health/2014/10/29/childbirth-in-a-day-class-51/) - Designed to offer detailed childbirth preparation in a small group setting. The class size is limited to encourage questions, discussion and individual attention. Topics include physical and emotional changes of pregnancy, the labor and birth process, Cesarean birth, pain management, post partum and the newborn. Class will integrate massage and breathing awareness with relaxation training.
- [Weight Loss Seminar - 12/8/14](https://boone.health/2014/11/11/weight-loss-seminar-12-8-14/) - Boone Hospital Center offers a comprehensive and multi-disciplinary Weight Loss Surgery Program. The multi-disciplinary team includes the surgeon, registered nurse and coordinator of the program, registered dietitian, exercise therapist, psychologist and financial counselor.
- [Childbirth in a Day Class](https://boone.health/2014/11/11/childbirth-in-a-day-class-50/) - Designed to offer detailed childbirth preparation in a small group setting. The class size is limited to encourage questions, discussion and individual attention. Topics include physical and emotional changes of pregnancy, the labor and birth process, Cesarean birth, pain management, post partum and the newborn. Class will integrate massage and breathing awareness with relaxation training.
- [Infant Safety & CPR Class](https://boone.health/2014/11/11/infant-safety-cpr-class-25/) - Basic parenting information, infant safety and how to prepare for emergencies. CPR instructors are certified by the American Heart Association.This two-hour class costs $25 for an individual or $35 for a couple.
- [Weight Loss Seminar - 11/22/14](https://boone.health/2014/10/30/weight-loss-seminar-11-22-14/) - Boone Hospital Center offers a comprehensive and multi-disciplinary Weight Loss Surgery Program. The multi-disciplinary team includes the surgeon, registered nurse and coordinator of the program, registered dietitian, exercise therapist, psychologist and financial counselor.
- [Better Beginnings with Breastfeeding](https://boone.health/2014/11/11/better-beginnings-with-breastfeeding-18/) - Breastfeeding offers benefits for mother and baby. While breastfeeding is natural, it is a learned skill. This class is designed to provide breastfeeding education, support and guidance.
- [Childbirth in a Day Class](https://boone.health/2014/11/11/childbirth-in-a-day-class-48/) - Designed to offer detailed childbirth preparation in a small group setting. The class size is limited to encourage questions, discussion and individual attention. Topics include physical and emotional changes of pregnancy, the labor and birth process, Cesarean birth, pain management, post partum and the newborn. Class will integrate massage and breathing awareness with relaxation training.
- [Infant Safety & CPR Class](https://boone.health/2014/11/11/infant-safety-cpr-class-24/) - Basic parenting information, infant safety and how to prepare for emergencies. CPR instructors are certified by the American Heart Association.This two-hour class costs $25 for an individual or $35 for a couple.
- [Childbirth in a Day Class](https://boone.health/2014/11/11/childbirth-in-a-day-class-49/) - Designed to offer detailed childbirth preparation in a small group setting. The class size is limited to encourage questions, discussion and individual attention. Topics include physical and emotional changes of pregnancy, the labor and birth process, Cesarean birth, pain management, post partum and the newborn. Class will integrate massage and breathing awareness with relaxation training.
- [Better Beginnings with Breastfeeding](https://boone.health/2014/11/11/better-beginnings-with-breastfeeding-19/) - Breastfeeding offers benefits for mother and baby. While breastfeeding is natural, it is a learned skill. This class is designed to provide breastfeeding education, support and guidance.
- [Centralia family welcomes first Boone Baby of 2013](https://boone.health/2013/01/04/centralia-family-welcomes-first-boone-baby-of-2013/) - Meet Grayson Masters. He is the first Boone Baby of 2013.
- [Simple Gifts – Volunteer has knit more than 3,000 hats for Boone Babies](https://boone.health/2013/01/03/simple-gifts-volunteer-has-knit-more-than-3000-hats-for-boone-babies/) - Eda Wegener, 91, volunteered all of her life. She was a member of P.E.O., a national women’s organization, active in the First Presbyterian Church of Mexico, delivered Meals on Wheels and volunteered at hospitals for many years.
- [Fizzy Facts: How Soda Affects Your Health](https://boone.health/2014/12/10/fizzy-facts-how-soda-affects-your-health/) - In this article, a BJC Medical Group physician quenches your thirst for more information about the health implications of drinking soda.
- [Menopause and Hormone Replacement Therapy](https://boone.health/2014/12/10/menopause-and-hormone-replacement-therapy/) - Numerous treatments are available through your physician to drastically reduce or perhaps eliminate many of the problem symptoms of menopause.
- [Prepared Childbirth Classes](https://boone.health/2014/12/10/prepared-childbirth-classes-15/) - Designed to offer detailed childbirth preparation in a small group setting. The class size is limited to encourage questions, discussion and individual attention. Topics include physical and emotional changes of pregnancy, the labor and birth process, Cesarean birth, pain management, post partum and the newborn. Class will integrate massage and breathing awareness with relaxation training.
- [After heart attack, Boone fitness center helps woman regain health](https://boone.health/2013/02/01/after-heart-attack-boone-fitness-center-helps-woman-regain-health/) - You would have never guessed that this vivacious lady had ever stepped foot in a cardiologist’s office. At the early age of 43, Debra Payton had a heart attack. Since then she has lost over 70 pounds.
- [Worth the drive — Some patients travel great distances for Boone Hospital’s care](https://boone.health/2013/01/28/worth-the-drive-some-patients-travel-great-distances-for-boone-hospitals-care/) - When it’s time for Liz Parry’s regular checkup, she and husband Kirk simply drive to Boone Hospital Center. They cross the Buffalo River, motor past Branson, take a right at Springfield, turn left at Lebanon and they’re here. No problem.
- [The Boone Hospital Center Heart Fair is February 7](https://boone.health/2013/01/16/the-boone-hospital-center-heart-fair-is-february-7/) - Boone Hospital Center is expecting another large turnout for the 2013 Heart Fair. Last year, more than 600 people attended this free, informative screening event.
- [Let’s B-E-A-T Crohn’s](https://boone.health/2013/01/14/lets-b-e-a-t-crohns/) - Kalani Hall, 17, had digestive issues on and off for years. She was told it was just anemia, but it felt worse than that. The mother of one of her cheerleading teammates works for Donald Gerhardt, MD, and helped Kalani make an appointment.
- [A STEP into the working world — Special needs teens get experience at Boone Hospital](https://boone.health/2013/01/04/a-step-into-the-working-world-special-needs-teens-get-experience-at-boone-hospital/) - Starting last fall, there were some new faces in the halls of Boone. They might be transporting linens, organizing surgery trays, serving food or emptying wastebaskets.
- [Employee of the Month treats patients like they are her family](https://boone.health/2013/02/05/employee-of-the-month-treats-patients-like-they-are-her-family/) - In her service as a nurse, Jeannie Grant goes above and beyond to care for each of her patients like they are members of her own family. She often thinks back to the experience of taking care of her grandma before she passed away. “Now, I just try to take care of every patient as if they’re my grandma,” she said.
- [Happy 40th, Kim Stuart — At this milestone, health is the best gift of all](https://boone.health/2013/02/04/happy-40th-kim-stuart-at-this-milestone-health-is-the-best-gift-of-all/) - Kim Stuart has a birthday coming up and it’s a big one. On Feb. 3 she turns 40.
- [Many miles from home, visitors discover “angels” at Boone Hospital](https://boone.health/2013/02/08/many-miles-from-home-visitors-discover-angels-at-boone-hospital/) - My spouse and I from Rapid City, S.D., are visiting our son and his family here in Columbia.
- [Crafty fifth graders raise more than $1,100 for Intensive Care Nursery](https://boone.health/2013/02/08/crafty-fifth-graders-raise-more-than-1100-for-intensive-care-nursery/) - The students spent dozens of hours making crafts and selling them to their peers before school this week. The hand-made items ranged in price from $1 bookmarks to $4 extra-large hair bows.
- [Winter weather closings for Friday, Feb. 22](https://boone.health/2013/02/22/winter-weather-closings-for-friday-feb-22/) - Following the Feb. 21 winter storm, here is an updated list of closings and reopenings for Friday, Feb. 22.
- [Winter weather closures for Feb. 26, 2013](https://boone.health/2013/02/25/winter-weather-closures-for-feb-26-2013/) - Due to winter weather, the following Boone Hospital Center clinics and services will be closed
- [Announcing the Virginia and Norman Stewart Cancer Center](https://boone.health/2013/02/18/announcing-the-virginia-and-norman-stewart-cancer-center/) - Boone Hospital Center is excited to announce plans to build the Virginia and Norman Stewart Cancer Center.
- [Hospitalization turned out to be “the experience of a lifetime”](https://boone.health/2013/02/11/hospitalization-turned-out-to-be-the-experience-of-a-lifetime/) - I was admitted to the hospital on Friday, February 1, 2013, for chest pains. I have had three myocardial infarctions in the past and I was very afraid that this could be “The Big One.”
- [Employee of the Month values teamwork, service to patients](https://boone.health/2013/03/04/employee-of-the-month-values-teamwork-service-to-patients/) - Ask Peggy Garrett what makes Boone Hospital Center special, and she can boil it down to one word: Teamwork.
- [Boone Convenient Care “went above and beyond my expectations”](https://boone.health/2013/03/03/boone-convenient-care-went-above-and-beyond-my-expectations/) - My story starts after eight miserable days of GI upset, weakness, and abdominal pain. I’m a nurse, and well, we make terrible patients.
- [American Medical Association president shares insight at Boone Hospital](https://boone.health/2013/03/02/american-medical-association-president-shares-insight-at-boone-hospital/) - Boone Hospital Center was recently honored with a visit from Dr. Jeremy Lazarus, the president of the American Medical Association.
- [Boone Hospital recognized for outstanding cancer care](https://boone.health/2013/02/28/boone-hospital-recognized-for-outstanding-cancer-care/) - In a new list compiled by Becker’s Hospital Review, the Boone Hospital was one of just 100 hospitals across the nation to be named among the 100 Hospitals and Health Systems With Great Oncology Programs.
- [Following aneurysm repair: “I will be forever grateful”](https://boone.health/2013/03/07/following-aneurysm-repair-i-will-be-forever-grateful/) - I had surgery on January 15, 2013 for an open abdominal aortic aneurysm repair. During my six day stay, I was assigned to the second, third and fifth floors on the new south tower.
- [Fuel For Health — Diabetes Education Helps Moberly Man Find Wellness](https://boone.health/2013/03/20/fuel-for-health-diabetes-education-helps-moberly-man-find-wellness/) - Mark Morgan is careful about what kind of fuel he puts in his new truck. It’s a Chevy Silverado. He’s cautious with the engine and wants to protect his investment. He deliberates about different ethanol blends when he’s at the pump; he wants to maximize performance.
- [Patient to his caregivers: “You all were God’s instruments”](https://boone.health/2013/03/19/patient-to-his-caregivers-you-all-were-gods-instruments/) - Well I just celebrated my two-year anniversary of being released from a two-month stay at Boone Hospital. My many thanks to my doctors and the staff at Boone. One doesn’t realize the dedication and care medical professionals are capable of providing until you have need of that dedication and care.
- [Patient wants to join doctor’s fan club](https://boone.health/2013/03/12/patient-wants-to-join-doctors-fan-club/) - I was just wondering if there is a Dr. Brad Allard Fan Club because I would like to join it!
- [Exercise helps woman after hip and femur fractures](https://boone.health/2013/03/07/exercise-helps-woman-after-hip-and-femur-fractures/) - Four years ago, Memphis, Ten., native Betty Grise and husband, Jerry, moved to Columbia to live closer to their son and daughter-in-law. They also, have a son in North Carolina and two grandchildren who are the “love of my life.”
- [We fought the battle — How Norm and Virginia Stewart beat cancer and discovered a new calling](https://boone.health/2013/03/28/we-fought-the-battle-how-norm-and-virginia-stewart-beat-cancer-and-discovered-a-new-calling/) - The Tigers were simply off the mark. The packed Hearnes Center crowd was getting nervous. Norm Stewart’s team was ranked fifth in the nation, riding a 10-game winning streak.
- [Colon cancer is dangerous but largely preventable](https://boone.health/2013/03/27/colon-cancer-is-dangerous-but-largely-preventable/) - March is national Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month and Boone Hospital Center is reminding people that this deadly disease is largely preventable with proper screening.
- [Boone Hospital Center extends flu vaccination through April](https://boone.health/2013/03/26/boone-hospital-center-extends-flu-vaccination-through-april/) - With the continued presence of influenza in our community, Boone Hospital Center has extended our flu vaccination season through the end of April.
- [Columbia man loses 100 pounds at Boone Hospital fitness center](https://boone.health/2013/03/22/columbia-man-loses-100-pounds-at-boone-hospital-fitness-center/) - Jacob Thomeczek is a native of Columbia and his mother, Sheila, has worked as a Registered Nurse for Boone Hospital Center since the early 1980s.
- [Returning To The Mound: Ashland athlete returns to the game after a broken leg](https://boone.health/2013/04/09/returning-to-the-mound-ashland-athlete-returns-to-the-game-after-a-broken-leg/) - When he hit the pitch, he thought it might be a homerun. The score was 2-1, his Southern Boone County Eagles were trailing Osage High School. There were two runners on base, and junior Gus Goodnight watched his hit soar into the outfield.
- [Patient shares kudos with hospital staff](https://boone.health/2013/04/06/patient-shares-kudos-with-hospital-staff/) - I would just like to say that every staff member at Boone Hospital that I have had to speak with regarding my surgery on April 11th has been very professional and made me feel very important.
- [Donation supports Boone Hospital’s work to provide comfort at end of life](https://boone.health/2013/04/05/donation-supports-boone-hospitals-work-to-provide-comfort-at-end-of-life/) - The Boone Hospital Foundation has received a $20,000 donation in honor of the hospital’s Supportive Care service.
- [Employee finds joy in helping patients reach their goals](https://boone.health/2013/04/03/employee-finds-joy-in-helping-patients-reach-their-goals/) - As a physical therapist assistant, John Cartwright finds joy in helping patients reach their goals and return to life.
- [Three ways to hatch healthy meals from Easter eggs](https://boone.health/2013/03/29/three-ways-to-hatch-healthy-meals-from-easter-eggs/) - Very soon, the Easter bunny will be visiting homes around mid-Missouri. That means many of you will soon have a couple dozen hardboiled eggs in your refrigerator. But what to do with them once the egg hunt ends?
- [Flavors of spring — Mushrooms add woodsy zest to healthy dishes](https://boone.health/2013/04/13/flavors-of-spring-mushrooms-add-woodsy-zest-to-healthy-dishes/) - One of the greatest delights of springtime is the new crop of seasonal produce that begins appearing at our farmer’s market and local grocer.
- [National Infertility Awareness Week](https://boone.health/2013/04/26/national-infertility-awareness-week/) - National Infertility Awareness Week is a time to remember that many couples experience difficulties when starting a family. It’s also a time to raise awareness of the many treatment options available today.
- [From the moment patient walked into the hospital “I felt like I mattered”](https://boone.health/2013/04/24/from-the-moment-patient-walked-into-the-hospital-i-felt-like-i-mattered/) - I went to see Dr. James Pitt on April 18, 2013, for a consult. He sent me right from his office to Boone for some X-rays and that is where my story started.
- [Heartbreak in Boston — Runner’s triumph mixed with sadness after close call with tragedy](https://boone.health/2013/04/24/heartbreak-in-boston-runners-triumph-mixed-with-sadness-after-close-call-with-tragedy/) - More than 20 miles into the Boston Marathon, Jennifer Anderson was feeling fatigued. Her biggest challenge stood right in front of her — Heartbreak Hill.
- [Sharing her story: Breast cancer patient uses social media to encourage and inspire](https://boone.health/2013/04/22/sharing-her-story-breast-cancer-patient-uses-social-media-to-encourage-and-inspire/) - Julie Riley, known to her followers as @MissJules, has over 180 followers on Twitter. She tweets, sometimes with photos, about concerts she attends, radio station DJs, going out for dinner and other everyday things.
- [Hello, Baby! New expo comes to mid-Missouri](https://boone.health/2013/04/12/hello-baby-new-expo-comes-to-mid-missouri/) - Boone Hospital Center and the Columbia Daily Tribune would like to announce a new arrival coming in June — the first annual Hello, Baby! Expo.
- [Heart patient: “I was impressed by the high quality care”](https://boone.health/2013/05/01/heart-patient-i-was-impressed-by-the-high-quality-care/) - I had two stent procedures done to my heart last Friday (April 26) by Dr. Spaedy. It went well and I am doing fine now
- [While father’s stay in ICU was difficult, “we are thankful it was at Boone”](https://boone.health/2013/04/29/while-fathers-stay-in-icu-was-difficult-we-are-thankful-it-was-at-boone/) - My father Lawrence L’Hote was recently in ICU before passing away after a fall.
- [For tree farmer, volunteering at Boone is an evergreen experience](https://boone.health/2013/04/29/for-tree-farmer-volunteering-at-boone-is-an-evergreen-experience/) - Almost every Tuesday afternoon, Mary Lou Raitt staffs the Boonique Gifts shop in Boone Hospital’s main lobby. The exception is Thanksgiving through Christmas, when Raitt is busy at her family’s tree farm.
- [Hundreds of local youth to take the marathon challenge](https://boone.health/2013/05/07/hundreds-of-local-youth-to-take-the-marathon-challenge/) - Hundreds of local kids are about to have the most active summer of their lives. Through an innovative program by Boone Hospital Center, these kids are being challenged to run or walk a complete marathon, 26.2 miles, over the course of the summer.
- [Annual foundation jewelry sale begins Tuesday, May 7](https://boone.health/2013/05/07/annual-foundation-jewelry-sale-begins-tuesday-may-7/) - Join the Boone Hospital Foundation for the Masquerade $5 Jewelry Sale in the Boone Hospital main lobby from 9 a.m. on Tuesday, May 7, through 4 p.m. on Thursday, May 9.
- [Breast cancer survivor has sights on fitness](https://boone.health/2013/05/02/breast-cancer-survivor-has-sights-on-fitness/) - In September 2011, Heather Parnell started her new career at the Harris Breast Center at Boone Hospital Center. Six weeks later, she was diagnosed with breast cancer.
- [Senior accountant looks beyond the numbers](https://boone.health/2013/05/02/senior-accountant-looks-beyond-the-numbers/) - As a Senior Accountant, Gina Cox finds joy in investigating what’s behind the numbers, ensuring Boone Hospital Center’s financial books are in good order.
- [“I was given my husband back and that was a miracle”](https://boone.health/2013/05/15/i-was-given-my-husband-back-and-that-was-a-miracle/) - My husband Walt was getting dressed in the bedroom, he was going to a basketball game. I was in another room cleaning when I heard a horrible noise. Not a groan or cry, but a fall that was so loud.
- [While you travel, don’t let healthy habits wander off](https://boone.health/2013/05/10/while-you-travel-dont-let-healthy-habits-wander-off/) - So you travel constantly for work and one day while you’re home you decide to step on the scale for the first time in about a year. Shocked, you pick your jaw up off the floor and quickly rack your brain for how that number could have gotten so high!
- [So blessed to have a beautiful baby girl that we love so much!](https://boone.health/2013/05/09/so-blessed-to-have-a-beautiful-baby-girl-that-we-love-so-much/) - My husband and I had our little girl, Eliana Grace, at the Boone Family Birthplace. It was such a great experience that we went through.
- [“The nurses run a five-star infusion center at Boone Hospital!”](https://boone.health/2013/05/21/the-nurses-run-a-five-star-infusion-center-at-boone-hospital/) - I have been coming here for my infusion treatments. I always get treated with the upmost respect when I come.
- [From the heartland — Quadruple bypass frees farmer from years of pain](https://boone.health/2013/05/17/from-the-heartland-quadruple-bypass-frees-farmer-from-years-of-pain/) - When you’re running a farm, you can’t let a little pain get in the way of a day’s work. That’s what Lowell Woods thought five years ago as he was moving cattle from one pasture to another on the 1,300-acre farm he operates with his wife and son in Baring, Mo.
- [Nurse loves serving patients in cardiac rehab](https://boone.health/2013/06/06/nurse-loves-serving-patients-in-cardiac-rehab/) - As she helps patients recover from heart surgery, registered nurse Marla Jones enjoys watching them regain strength and learn to live healthier lives.
- [For kids and parents, new book hopes to ease separation anxiety](https://boone.health/2013/05/23/for-kids-and-parents-new-book-hopes-to-ease-separation-anxiety/) - With a new children’s book, a Macon great-grandmother is hoping to ease the separation anxiety that happens when parents have to leave their children in the care of others.
- [Childbirth in a Day Class](https://boone.health/2014/12/24/childbirth-in-a-day-class-47/) - Designed to offer detailed childbirth preparation in a small group setting. The class size is limited to encourage questions, discussion and individual attention. Topics include physical and emotional changes of pregnancy, the labor and birth process, Cesarean birth, pain management, post partum and the newborn. Class will integrate massage and breathing awareness with relaxation training.
- [Nurses love serving patients in Boone Hospital’s Emergency Department](https://boone.health/2013/07/03/nurses-love-serving-patients-in-boone-hospitals-emergency-department/) - Boone Hospital Center’s Emergency Department is full of outstanding staff members like registered nurses Callie and Andrea.
- [Jim Sinek named president of Boone Hospital Center](https://boone.health/2013/07/02/jim-sinek-named-president-of-boone-hospital-center/) - Jim Sinek has been appointed president of Boone Hospital Center, effective August 12.
- [Employee’s service goes well beyond his job title](https://boone.health/2013/07/01/employees-service-goes-well-beyond-his-job-title/) - Jeff Reul’s name badge may say “Diet Tech,” but that job title only scratches the surface of his work at Boone Hospital Center.
- [Battling colon cancer at 33, Boone employee finds support from colleagues](https://boone.health/2013/06/28/battling-colon-cancer-at-33-boone-employee-finds-support-from-colleagues/) - Going into 2013, Nicolle Blacketer knew this year would be a turning point. She had been accepted into the pre-med program at Florida State. She planned to move from her home in mid-Missouri and begin classes this summer. But her life suddenly pivoted in another direction after a call from her doctor in early February.
- [To our ICU nurse: “She was a reassuring voice when I needed it most”](https://boone.health/2013/07/10/to-our-icu-nurse-she-was-a-reassuring-voice-when-i-needed-it-most/) - I was with my grandfather in the ICU on Friday July 5, 2013. His night nurse Loretta was very kind and considerate to him and me.
- [Professional, patient and kind — Praise for our Emergency Department staff](https://boone.health/2013/07/09/professional-patient-and-kind-praise-for-our-emergency-department-staff/) - I just wanted to take a moment to thank you all for the exceptional care I received when I was a patient in your ER on June 27.
- [Don’t let the Fourth spark bad eating habits](https://boone.health/2013/07/04/dont-let-the-fourth-spark-bad-eating-habits/) - With the Fourth of July just around the corner, BBQ season is in full swing! If you’re trying to lose or maintain your weight a BBQ can be detrimental to your success.
- [“Skill, flexibility, compassion and a smile at every turn”](https://boone.health/2013/07/23/skill-flexibility-compassion-and-a-smile-at-every-turn/) - My name is Darren Gabbert and I have an advanced form of muscular dystrophy. Because of the medical expertise and outstanding patient care I received at Boone, I survived three pneumonias in 1993, 1995 and 1997. I had been blessed to be pneumonia free for over 15 years, until January of this year.
- [“I know I left her in the kindest, most capable hands”](https://boone.health/2013/07/19/i-know-i-left-her-in-the-kindest-most-capable-hands/) - I can’t thank you all enough for the wonderful people you are! You have assembled a remarkable team of the most caring, attentive and patient people!
- [Improving the health of your community — 2013 Foundation Community Campaign](https://boone.health/2013/07/16/improving-the-health-of-your-community-2013-foundation-community-campaign/) - The Boone Hospital Foundation continues to grow and expand the services offered at Boone Hospital Center so that the best health care is available to you and your loved one when critical illness strikes.
- [Boone Hospital Center tops Consumer Reports Missouri surgery rating](https://boone.health/2013/08/01/boone-hospital-center-tops-consumer-reports-missouri-surgery-rating/) - Trusted national magazine Consumer Reports has issued a new rating of surgery safety performance at U.S. hospitals, with Boone Hospital Center sharing the highest score in the state.
- [Preventing osteoporosis — Starting early is key to building strong bones](https://boone.health/2013/07/27/preventing-osteoporosis-starting-early-is-key-to-building-strong-bones/) - Osteoporosis is a bone disease characterized by a decrease in the amount of bone (low bone mass), a deterioration of the integrity of the structure of bone tissue (decreased bone density), and decreased bone strength. This results in more fragile bones that fracture more easily.
- [BEST for Bones — How women are fighting bone loss with physical therapy](https://boone.health/2013/07/27/best-for-bones-how-women-are-fighting-bone-loss-with-physical-therapy/) - Emily Frazier knew she was at risk for osteoporosis. Her mother began losing height in her 70’s, so it runs in the family. On top of that, Emily is a petite, Caucasian woman in her 60’s—a prime candidate for the feared bone disease that could slow down her busy life.
- [Mom thanks team that cared for her newborn twins](https://boone.health/2013/07/24/mom-thanks-team-that-cared-for-her-newborn-twins/) - I just want to drop a note to say a BIG thank you to my labor and delivery nurses, Sue and Calla. When I delivered my twins, those two nurses and countless others made my whole delivery experience bearable and wonderful!
- [Sun, Skin and SPF — Prevention and education help fight skin cancer](https://boone.health/2013/08/08/sun-skin-and-spf-prevention-and-education-help-fight-skin-cancer/) - More than a million Americans are diagnosed with skin cancer each year. As you head out into the sunlight, remember that although the sun’s rays might feel good on your skin, it is important to wear sunscreen to protect your skin from potential damage.
- [Finale event for Kids on Track is Thursday, August 8](https://boone.health/2013/08/07/finale-event-for-kids-on-track-is-thursday-august-8/) - The finale event for the 2013 Kids on Track program will be Thursday, August 8 at the Gordon Shelter at Stephens Lake Park.
- [Team approach — Diabetes doctors work with patients to customize care](https://boone.health/2013/08/05/team-approach-diabetes-doctors-work-with-patients-to-customize-care/) - Diabetes is a challenging disease to treat. It’s a problem where education can often be as effective as medication. It’s a disease where a patient’s story is sometimes just as important as their test results.
- [Employee saves lives through telemetry](https://boone.health/2013/08/02/employee-saves-lives-through-telemetry/) - Cheryl Long has a detail-oriented mind and a knack for multitasking. “I’ve always been a tinkerer and I’ve always loved looking for things to do,” she said.
- [Kids on Track — These kids are ready to tackle a marathon](https://boone.health/2013/08/01/kids-on-track-these-kids-are-ready-to-tackle-a-marathon/) - Something is moving across Mid-Missouri this summer. Thousands of little feet are counting up the miles as 1,091 kids run, walk, bike and even skip an entire marathon.
- [Mother of three to birthplace staff: “Thank you, Boone!”](https://boone.health/2013/08/21/mother-of-three-to-birthplace-staff-thank-you-boone/) - All three of my children have been born at Boone Hospital! Our oldest was born in 2010 and our twins were born in October 2012.
- [Foundation book sale — August 21-22](https://boone.health/2013/08/20/foundation-book-sale-august-21-22/) - Join us Wednesday and Thursday, Aug. 21-22, for our Boone Hospital Foundation book sale! We’ll have great books and unique gifts at fantastic prices.
- [Despite the bad reputation, some fats offer health benefits](https://boone.health/2013/08/16/despite-the-bad-reputation-some-fats-offer-health-benefits/) - Fat is a nutrient necessary for your health. However, they often get a bad rap. Like any food in our diet, making the right choice when picking fats can make all the difference. Adding healthy fats to your diet can offer health-protective benefits. Consider adding these fats — in moderation — to your diet.
- [“Thank you so very much for your caring, dedication, professionalism and expertise”](https://boone.health/2013/08/12/thank-you-so-very-much-for-your-caring-dedication-professionalism-and-expertise/) - I was scheduled to have my right knee replaced on Thursday, May 30, by Dr. Hockman. All the pre-op testing and teaching was done, Dr. Hockman and Robin his nurse were professional, personable and thorough in all my appointments in the clinic. I felt confident in their skills to do their best in replacing my knee.
- [Thanks to staff member who went “that extra mile”](https://boone.health/2013/08/09/thanks-to-staff-member-who-went-that-extra-mile/) - After a 92-year-old gentleman completed his IV hydration at 2:30 p.m., he was escorted to the door (garage door exit) via wheelchair where he assured the staff he could get to his car on his own since “it was just across the street.”
- [American Red Cross Blood Drive](https://boone.health/2014/12/25/american-red-cross-blood-drive-2/) - Open to all Boone Hospital Center employees, visitors or members of the public.
- [Prepared Childbirth Classes](https://boone.health/2014/12/25/prepared-childbirth-classes-14/) - Designed to offer detailed childbirth preparation in a small group setting. The class size is limited to encourage questions, discussion and individual attention. Topics include physical and emotional changes of pregnancy, the labor and birth process, Cesarean birth, pain management, post partum and the newborn. Class will integrate massage and breathing awareness with relaxation training.
- [Infant Safety & CPR Class](https://boone.health/2014/12/24/infant-safety-cpr-class-23/) - Basic parenting information, infant safety and how to prepare for emergencies. CPR instructors are certified by the American Heart Association.This two-hour class costs $25 for an individual or $35 for a couple.
- [Weight Loss Seminar - 1/10/15](https://boone.health/2014/12/24/weight-loss-seminar-1-10-15/) - Boone Hospital Center offers a comprehensive and multi-disciplinary Weight Loss Surgery Program. Our multi-disciplinary team includes a surgeon, registered nurse and program coordinator, registered dietitian, exercise therapist, psychologist and financial counselor.
- [Mother of five: “They made each and every one of my birth experiences special!”](https://boone.health/2013/08/23/mother-of-five-they-made-each-and-every-one-of-my-birth-experiences-special/) - I have nothing but good things to say about Boone Family Birthplace! I have had five babies there and the experience with all five has been amazing.
- [Weight Loss Seminar - 1/19/15](https://boone.health/2014/12/25/weight-loss-seminar-1-19-15/) - Boone Hospital Center offers a comprehensive and multi-disciplinary Weight Loss Surgery Program. Our multi-disciplinary team includes a surgeon, registered nurse and program coordinator, registered dietitian, exercise therapist, psychologist and financial counselor.
- [Childbirth in a Day Class](https://boone.health/2014/12/25/childbirth-in-a-day-class-46/) - Designed to offer detailed childbirth preparation in a small group setting. The class size is limited to encourage questions, discussion and individual attention. Topics include physical and emotional changes of pregnancy, the labor and birth process, Cesarean birth, pain management, post partum and the newborn. Class will integrate massage and breathing awareness with relaxation training.
- [Mom thanks staff who helped mend her son’s foot injury](https://boone.health/2013/09/19/mom-thanks-staff-who-helped-mend-her-sons-foot-injury/) - My son, Brett, came to your ER last night with an injured foot. Your staff was so helpful and friendly!
- [Caregiver puts himself in patients’ shoes](https://boone.health/2013/09/04/caregiver-puts-himself-in-patients-shoes/) - Serving heart patients is a passion for Boone Hospital’s Justin Boese. Justin has had two close family members die of heart disease and his brother required heart surgery at a young age. With his experiences, he can understand what patients are going through.
- [Prepared Childbirth Classes](https://boone.health/2014/12/25/prepared-childbirth-classes-13/) - Designed to offer detailed childbirth preparation in a small group setting. The class size is limited to encourage questions, discussion and individual attention. Topics include physical and emotional changes of pregnancy, the labor and birth process, Cesarean birth, pain management, post partum and the newborn. Class will integrate massage and breathing awareness with relaxation training.
- [Nurse strives to take the fear out of surgery](https://boone.health/2013/10/05/nurse-strives-to-take-the-fear-out-of-surgery/) - Coming to the hospital for a surgery creates anxiety for many patients, especially first-timers. Fortunately, Boone Hospital Center has nurses like Joni Cupp to help make patients feel comfortable and put their fears at ease.
- [A new weight class — Boone employee honored after losing 90 pounds](https://boone.health/2013/10/03/a-new-weight-class-boone-employee-honored-after-losing-90-pounds/) - One night last year, Aaron Buran had a revelation while watching a UFC fight on television. It was a heavyweight bout featuring the sport’s strongest hulking fighters. Despite their size, Aaron was surprised to discover he was actually larger than all of them. The weight class tops out at 265 pounds — he weighed 266.
- [“The world needs more caring people like you”](https://boone.health/2013/09/28/the-world-needs-more-caring-people-like-you/) - My grandmother had a stroke and was on the Boone neurology floor. I just wanted to thank the wonderful nurses that took care of her.
- [“Kind, professional and above all caring” — Praise for emergency department nurse](https://boone.health/2013/09/25/kind-professional-and-above-all-caring-praise-for-emergency-department-nurse/) - First of all, I would like to apologize for the delay in getting this note out to the appropriate person. However, it has been a very difficult time for our family and we can’t move forward with the grieving process without thanking a very special employee at Boone Hospital.
- [Serving in Haiti — Sisters share knowledge and save lives](https://boone.health/2013/09/19/serving-in-haiti-sisters-share-knowledge-and-save-lives/) - Arriving at the only critical care hospital in Haiti, Angelee Geisler received a briefing from the other Americans serving there. The phrase “it’s third-world problems seen through first-world eyes” was brought up several times. The reality of this phrase would soon come into light.
- [One day, two special gifts](https://boone.health/2013/10/10/one-day-two-special-gifts/) - Shauna Stafford was expecting an exciting day on the morning of Tuesday, Oct. 8, as she arrived at Boone Hospital Center to give birth to her first child. But she only knew half of what was coming that day.
- [“Well hey, why frown?” Maddy Norvell, November Employee of the Month](https://boone.health/2013/11/06/well-hey-why-frown-maddy-norvell-november-employee-of-the-month/) - Salads, hot meals, pie, snacks, coffee, ice cream — there many wonderful things at the Boone Hospital Center cafeteria. But one of the best things about the cafeteria is that Maddy Norvell works there.
- [Routed to recovery — Fast response saves Mexico handyman from stroke](https://boone.health/2013/10/30/routed-to-recovery-fast-response-saves-mexico-handyman-from-stroke/) - Down in his basement workshop, Russ Haerer holds his latest project. It’s a dovetail joint for a cabinet drawer. It looks beautiful — but Russ isn’t satisfied.
- [Boone Hospital cancer patient named Homecoming honorary captain](https://boone.health/2013/10/26/boone-hospital-cancer-patient-named-homecoming-honorary-captain/) - A big fan of the Mizzou Tigers, Lisa Tribble of Unionville had long held plans to attend the university’s Homecoming festivities this year. However, Homecoming is taking on a new significance as Lisa will be named the Homecoming game’s honorary captain, representing cancer patients at Boone Hospital’s Stewart Cancer Center.
- [Therapy helps repair Mizzou senior’s vocal cords](https://boone.health/2013/10/25/therapy-helps-repair-mizzou-seniors-vocal-cords/) - Singing is a big part of sorority recruitment week at the University of Missouri. Each year, members keep the tradition of performing songs and chants in front of their houses. They proudly — and loudly as possible — belt out tunes to attract the attention of prospective members standing along the sidewalk.
- [Spiritual growth — After three decades of service, hospital ministry prepares to be reborn](https://boone.health/2013/11/21/spiritual-growth-after-three-decades-of-service-hospital-ministry-prepares-to-be-reborn/) - In the rush of everyday life, it’s easy to push the biggest questions aside. Why are we here? Am I living my life the right way? What comes after death? But when a patient arrives at the hospital, these questions rush to the forefront.
- [A blessing of hands — Chaplain blesses caregivers](https://boone.health/2013/11/18/a-blessing-of-hands-chaplain-blesses-caregivers/) - Each year, Boone Hospital Center’s Chaplain Chuck Barsamian performs the blessing of hands with the hospital’s caregivers. “Their hands are very important,” said Barsamian. “These nurses, techs and physicians so willingly give of themselves to the healing of the patients in the hospital.”
- [“Everyone took time to recognize me as a person, not just a body with a problem that needed fixing”](https://boone.health/2013/11/14/everyone-took-time-to-recognize-me-as-a-person-not-just-a-body-with-a-problem-that-needed-fixing/) - I just want to let all the wonderful people in the Emergency Department know how much I appreciate the care they gave me today.
- [Free educational event — Understanding Advance Care Planning](https://boone.health/2013/11/08/free-educational-event-understanding-advance-care-planning/) - Join the Boone Hospital Foundation for a free educational event on Nov. 21. Respecting Choices: Understanding Advance Care Planning is open to the public and all health care professionals. This event will highlight the need for a greater focus on advance care planning in mid-Missouri.
- [Respecting Choices — New effort touts importance of advance directives](https://boone.health/2013/11/08/respecting-choices-new-effort-touts-importance-of-advance-directives/) - When planning for the end of life, many people think about the gifts they would like to leave their loved ones. They create wills to divide up their belongings. They plan for savings and assets to be given to family or charitable causes.
- [Twelve ideas to help you stay healthy during flu season](https://boone.health/2013/12/02/twelve-ideas-to-help-you-stay-healthy-during-flu-season/) - The 2013 flu season has begun, and while it is still early in the season, cases have already been reported in the U.S. Winter gatherings can bring together people who are vulnerable to the cold & flu virus.
- [The deacon’s blessing — Experiencing hospital ministry both sides](https://boone.health/2013/11/26/the-deacons-blessing-experiencing-hospital-ministry-both-sides/) - Last November, Deacon Gene Kazmierczak was standing in Boone Hospital Center’s Spiritual Care office with two of his fellow chaplains. The three chaplains were chatting about a new book. Moments like this are a big reason Deacon Gene, a Catholic, loves his work — he gets to share interesting conversation and ideas with leaders of other faiths.
- [Greeted with thoughtfulness, genuine concern and caring](https://boone.health/2013/12/10/greeted-with-thoughtfulness-genuine-concern-and-caring/) - On Dec. 9, 2013, I presented at the Radiology Department for a CT scan at 9 a.m. Upon my arrival, I was greeted by the most friendly, and caring person that I’ve had the pleasure of meeting in recent memory, with respect to my last several doctor’s appointments and evaluations.
- [A new mother’s gratitude: “Thank you for saving our baby”](https://boone.health/2013/12/06/a-new-mothers-gratitude-thank-you-for-saving-our-baby/) - I was 32.5 weeks pregnant and at Boone Hospital, where I work, on an ordinary Monday when my coworker Nancy Schuenemeyer emailed me to ask how I was feeling.
- [A caring teacher — Educator helps Boone Hospital prepare for the future](https://boone.health/2013/12/05/a-caring-teacher-educator-helps-boone-hospital-prepare-for-the-future/) - Education is a big part of health care. We work each day to help our community members understand how to make healthy choices. When people come to the hospital, we educate them about their ailments, describe our treatment plans and inform patients about what it will take to get better.
- [Dr. Joseph Muscato, MD, to be the Medical Director of the Stewart Cancer Center](https://boone.health/2014/01/31/dr-joseph-muscato-md-to-be-the-medical-director-of-the-stewart-cancer-center/) - Dr. Joseph Muscato, MD, has been named Medical Director of the Stewart Cancer Center at Boone Hospital.
- [Superb Service from Portal to Post…A Boone Experience](https://boone.health/2014/01/23/superb-service-from-portal-to-posta-boone-experience/) - On January 6, 2014, my life partner entered Boone Hospital Center to undergo a radical prostatectomy. The day before, one of the coldest days in the New Year, church had been cancelled, and his plans for announcing the impending operation squashed, he settled in at home for the long wait to Monday’s appointment.
- [We want your input](https://boone.health/2014/01/21/we-want-your-input/) - Boone Hospital Center is in the process of conducting a Facility Master Plan and we would like your input to help us assess our current facilities and plan for the future.
- [“Thanks for the great care”](https://boone.health/2014/01/10/thanks-for-the-great-care/) - I would just like to thank Dr. Fairlamb for his good care and his nurse Karen.
- [From Boone Baby to Boone nurse](https://boone.health/2014/01/10/from-boone-baby-to-boone-nurse/) - Serving intensive care patients is a challenging job involving close collaboration with physicians and careful attention to the patients’ needs. But that very challenge is exactly what Registered Nurse Lindsey Rock finds appealing.
- [Employee of the Month has historic ties to Boone Hospital](https://boone.health/2014/03/03/employee-of-the-month-has-historic-ties-to-boone-hospital/) - When Shari Bullard first came to Boone Hospital in 1981, she was still deciding if she wanted to be a nurse or a teacher. At the time, Shari was a nurse’s aide on what was then called the Cardiac Unit, working on weekends while attending at the University of Central Missouri in Warrensburg. She had received her nurse’s aide training from a Boone Hospital class taught over the summer.
- [Made with love: Consider these healthy ideas this Valentine’s Day](https://boone.health/2014/02/13/made-with-love-consider-these-healthy-ideas-this-valentines-day/) - Have you ever noticed how each holiday, year round, has its own iconic sweet treat? Halloween has candy corns, Easter has Peeps, Christmas has candy canes and not to be left out of the festivities, Valentine’s Day has Sweetheart candies.
- [Winter weather closings for Wednesday, Feb. 5](https://boone.health/2014/02/04/winter-weather-closings-for-wednesday-feb-5/) - Boone Hospital Center is always open to serve our community, however, some of our services and clinics are closed for the safety of our patients and our staff. Here is an updated list of winter weather closings and cancellations for Wednesday, Feb. 5
- [Winter weather closings for Tuesday, Feb. 4](https://boone.health/2014/02/04/winter-weather-closings-for-tuesday-feb-4/) - Here is an updated list of winter weather closings and cancellations for Tuesday, February 4. As always, Boone Hospital Center remains open.
- [Employee of the Month helps a family celebrate love](https://boone.health/2014/02/03/employee-of-the-month-helps-a-family-celebrate-love/) - “I think nursing was my calling,” says Kelli Herbold, a Registered Nurse on Boone Hospital Center’s Medical Specialties unit. “I wouldn’t change it for the world. I love being a nurse.”
- [“Boone cares about employees,” says April Employee of the Month](https://boone.health/2014/04/01/boone-cares-about-employees-says-april-employee-of-the-month/) - When Rubin Byishimo learned that he was Boone Hospital Center’s April Employee of the Month, he admits he was surprised.
- [Randy Morrow honored for service to Boone Hospital](https://boone.health/2014/03/24/randy-morrow-honored-for-service-to-boone-hospital/) - In 1975, Randy Morrow joined Boone County Hospital as an accounting manager. In 1993, he became the Vice-President and Chief Financial Officer/Hospital Services, a title which was changed in 2003 to Vice President and Chief Operating Officer. He has also served as the hospital’s Interim President on several occasions, most recently in 2013.
- [Our 2013 Leader of the Year](https://boone.health/2014/03/21/our-2013-leader-of-the-year/) - In Andrea Fansler’s six years at Boone Hospital Center, she has a record of producing top clinical quality scores in the units she manages.
- [Our 2013 Employee of the Year](https://boone.health/2014/03/20/our-2013-employee-of-the-year/) - Coming to the hospital for a surgery creates anxiety for many patients, especially first-timers. Fortunately, Boone Hospital Center has nurses like Joni Cupp.
- [Intensive Care nurse celebrates 40 years of service](https://boone.health/2014/03/19/intensive-care-nurse-celebrates-40-years-of-service/) - Earlier this month at our Service Awards Banquet, we celebrated our staff who achieved 5, 10, 15, 20 or more years of service in 2013, recognized an employee with 40 years of service, announced our Employee of the Year and Leader of the Year, and presented a special lifetime achievement award to our vice president and chief operating officer, Randy Morrow.
- [May Employee of the Month loves Boone Hospital’s “family atmosphere”](https://boone.health/2014/05/05/may-employee-of-the-month-loves-boone-hospitals-family-atmosphere/) - When Tori Martin returned from a weeklong vacation in Jamaica, her co-workers on the Surgical Specialties unit congratulated her on the exciting news – she had gotten engaged a few days ago.
- [Our Maternal Child Health team is looking for a new member.](https://boone.health/2014/04/18/our-maternal-child-health-team-is-looking-for-a-new-member/) - At Boone Hospital Center we stress the importance of building a strong team that will support, encourage and challenge you to be your best.
- [Public Notice: Magnet Recognition Program® Site Visit](https://boone.health/2014/04/08/public-notice-magnet-recognition-program-site-visit/) - Boone Hospital Center was designated as a Magnet organization in 2005 and 2009 by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) Magnet Recognition Program®.
- [Five Reasons to Thank Our Nurses](https://boone.health/2014/05/06/five-reasons-to-thank-our-nurses/) - There are more than just five reasons to thank our nurses; in honor of National Nurses Day we encourage you to think of the impact that a nurse has had on your life.
- [A Mother’s Influence](https://boone.health/2014/05/05/a-mothers-influence/) - They pulled up to the hospital at 11 a.m. With no air conditioning, the car was sweltering hot, but she did not mind. She was just excited that her dad let her come along to pick mom up from work. But as the minutes passed by, the excitement dwindled.
- [Employee of the Month gets hospital staff “running back up to 100%”](https://boone.health/2014/06/03/employee-of-the-month-gets-hospital-staff-running-back-up-to-100/) - Whenever Tyler Compton is called upon to fix a computer, one concern is first and foremost in his mind. “Our first question is ‘Is the patient being taken care of?’” he says.
- [Memorial Day Closures](https://boone.health/2014/05/24/memorial-day-closures/) - Boone Hospital Center is always open to serve our community, however, some of our clinics and departments will be closed in observance of Memorial Day.
- [“Amazing attitudes and compassion”: A father’s gratitude](https://boone.health/2014/05/17/amazing-attitudes-and-compassion-a-fathers-gratitude/) - Our son Cooper was born at Boone Family Birthplace at 37 weeks on April 22, 2014 by emergency C-section and was in the ICN until the following Saturday, April 26.
- [Mother Knows Best: Birthplace Moms Connect With Their Patients Through Shared Experiences](https://boone.health/2014/05/12/mother-knows-best-birthplace-moms-connect-with-their-patients-through-shared-experiences/) - As a nurse with 16 years of experience helping deliver babies, Marla Owen has witnessed the miracle of birth hundreds of times. Yet, there are three deliveries in particular that inspire her on a daily basis: the births of her three sons.
- [Employee of the Month found her second family at Boone](https://boone.health/2014/07/02/employee-of-the-month-found-her-second-family-at-boone/) - “There is a never a dull moment in the Emergency Department,” says Michelle Crane, unit secretary. But she wouldn’t want it any other way: “I like the intensity. When the team goes into action to save a life, we’re all involved. We all have a role. It feels good to be a part of that.”
- [Boone Therapy and Bioness: ‘It’s amazing what they do here.’](https://boone.health/2014/07/22/boone-therapy-and-bioness-its-amazing-what-they-do-here/) - When Karen Holbrook of Farber, Mo., realized she was experiencing the symptoms of a stroke, there was only one place she wanted to be: “I had to take a helicopter here, and I told them, ‘You get this in the air, and you land at Boone. If you land anywhere in-between, I won’t ride with you anymore.’”
- [Independence Day Closures](https://boone.health/2014/07/04/independence-day-closures/) - Boone Hospital Center is always open to serve our community, however, some of our clinics and departments will be closed today.
- [Boone Hospital Center along with other BJC HealthCare Hospitals Lead State Hospital Rankings](https://boone.health/2014/08/05/boone-hospital-center-along-with-other-bjc-healthcare-hospitals-lead-state-hospital-rankings/) - Boone Hospital Center and two other BJC hospitals have earned top rankings for the State of Missouri by U.S. News & World Report. Boone Hospital Center ranked #4 overall. In addition to Boone Hospital Center, BJC’s Barnes-Jewish Hospital, ranked #1, and Missouri Baptist Medical Center, ranked #3, were also among the top hospitals in the state. BJC Collaborative member, Saint Luke’s Hospital in Kansas City, Missouri, was ranked #2. Boone Hospital Center is a part of the 36-hospital BJC Collaborative, formed in 2012.
- [Boone Hospital Center receives third Magnet designation for nursing care](https://boone.health/2014/08/04/boone-hospital-center-receives-third-magnet-designation-for-nursing-care/) - Boone Hospital Center has attained Magnet® recognition as part of the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s (ANCC) Magnet Recognition Program® for a third consecutive time. This voluntary credentialing program for hospitals recognizes superior quality in nursing care as evidenced by performance outcomes. Magnet recognition is the highest honor a health care organization can receive for professional nursing practice.
- [Boone Hospital Center breaks ground on our new campus](https://boone.health/2014/07/24/boone-hospital-center-breaks-ground-on-our-new-campus/) - On Thursday, July 24, the Boone Hospital Center Board of Trustees broke ground on the new south campus medical plaza, located at the corner of Nifong Boulevard and Forum Boulevard.
- [Questions about Ebola?](https://boone.health/2014/10/22/questions-about-ebola/) - BJC HealthCare has created an informational page regarding Ebola that is frequently updated with new information.
- [October Employee of the Month: “I can be myself at Boone.”](https://boone.health/2014/10/01/october-employee-of-the-month-i-can-be-myself-at-boone/) - When Jeanine Hickman was told that she was Boone Hospital Center’s October Employee of the Month, she did a literal victory dance, high-fiving her many co-workers who had gathered in the Boone Appetít Café for the announcement. Known for her outgoing personality, great customer service and sense of humor, neither the award nor her reaction were a surprise to those who’ve met Jeanine.
- [WELLAWARE Group Fitness Classes Can Help Improve Your Strength and Coordination](https://boone.health/2014/09/30/wellaware-group-fitness-classes-can-help-improve-your-strength-and-coordination/) - Boone Hospital Center WELLAWARE offers a variety of group exercise classes, including yoga and Zumba. Each class is adaptable to all levels of interest, age, ability and vocation.
- [September Employee of the Month loves teaching and learning on the ICU](https://boone.health/2014/09/05/september-employee-of-the-month-loves-teaching-and-learning-on-the-icu/) - When Sharon Acra and her family moved to Columbia, she interviewed for a staff nurse position at three hospitals in the area. “Boone was the one that impressed me the most,” she says.
- [August Employee of the Month is a true team player](https://boone.health/2014/08/11/august-employee-of-the-month-is-a-true-team-player/) - One thing Deontae Curtis’s teammates at Boone Hospital Center can agree upon: he is great with his patients on the Cardiology and Cardiothoracic Surgery unit. “Patients always love to see Deontae enter their room,” wrote one of his peers. Another staff member nominating Deontae to be our next Employee of the Month wrote, “He works well with his patients. They all love him.”
- [Happy Thanksgiving](https://boone.health/2014/11/27/happy-thanksgiving/) - We are thankful for our staff and physicians working today to care for our patients. We wish everyone a healthy and happy holiday.
- [Cancer Screening Saves a Life in an Unexpected Way](https://boone.health/2014/11/25/cancer-screening-saves-a-life-in-an-unexpected-way/) - There were plenty of good reasons for Steve Downes to get a lung cancer screening at Boone Hospital Center this spring. For starters, Steve, 54, was a smoker for most of his life before quitting a couple of years ago. His decades of smoking put him at risk for cancer.
- [A WWII Vet Wins Another Battle](https://boone.health/2014/11/11/a-wwii-vet-wins-another-battle/) - As a Marine in the Pacific theater, Fred Oerly had survived World War II. He had volunteered to serve as a forward observer for naval gunfire on hostile islands like Guadalcanal, Bougainville and Okinawa, and received both a Bronze Star and a Purple Heart.
- [November Employee of the Month enjoys caring for everyone in our community](https://boone.health/2014/11/04/november-employee-of-the-month-enjoys-caring-for-everyone-in-our-community/) - As a respiratory therapist, Ty Hamilton’s skills are needed on every inpatient unit at Boone Hospital Center.
- [Infant Safety & CPR Class](https://boone.health/2015/01/09/infant-safety-cpr-class-22/) - Basic parenting information, infant safety and how to prepare for emergencies. CPR instructors are certified by the American Heart Association.This two-hour class costs $25 for an individual or $35 for a couple.
- [Better Beginnings with Breastfeeding](https://boone.health/2015/01/09/better-beginnings-with-breastfeeding-17/) - Breastfeeding offers benefits for mother and baby. While breastfeeding is natural, it is a learned skill. This class is designed to provide breastfeeding education, support and guidance.
- [Childbirth in a Day Class](https://boone.health/2015/01/07/childbirth-in-a-day-class-45/) - Designed to offer detailed childbirth preparation in a small group setting. The class size is limited to encourage questions, discussion and individual attention. Topics include physical and emotional changes of pregnancy, the labor and birth process, Cesarean birth, pain management, post partum and the newborn. Class will integrate massage and breathing awareness with relaxation training.
- [Christmas Holiday Closures](https://boone.health/2019/12/20/christmas-holiday-closures-2/) - Boone Hospital Center is always open to serve our patients and community, however, some of our services and clinics will be closed or closing early for the Christmas holiday.
- [December Employee of the Month supports the orthopedic surgery team](https://boone.health/2014/12/03/december-employee-of-the-month-supports-the-orthopedic-surgery-team/) - On a typical day in Boone Hospital Center’s Orthopaedics Specialties unit, there can be many patients arriving to the floor before and after joint surgeries. Unit Secretary Brenda Singleton prepares the nurses and patient care techs to treat the patients before they arrive, assisting with room assignments, setting up means to contact members of a patient’s care teams, entering orders, answering phones and working with our orthopedic surgeons and other physicians.
- [Prepared Childbirth Classes](https://boone.health/2015/01/09/prepared-childbirth-classes-11/) - Designed to offer detailed childbirth preparation in a small group setting. The class size is limited to encourage questions, discussion and individual attention. Topics include physical and emotional changes of pregnancy, the labor and birth process, Cesarean birth, pain management, post partum and the newborn. Class will integrate massage and breathing awareness with relaxation training.
- [Prepared Childbirth Classes](https://boone.health/2015/01/09/prepared-childbirth-classes-12/) - Designed to offer detailed childbirth preparation in a small group setting. The class size is limited to encourage questions, discussion and individual attention. Topics include physical and emotional changes of pregnancy, the labor and birth process, Cesarean birth, pain management, post partum and the newborn. Class will integrate massage and breathing awareness with relaxation training.
- [2015 Cancer Prevention Fair](https://boone.health/2015/01/09/2015-cancer-prevention-fair/) - Free Cancer Screenings Visit with health care professionals who will be providing information on various cancers.
- [CPR & First Aid](https://boone.health/2015/01/09/cpr-first-aid-4/) - Boone Hospital Center’s WELLAWARE service is pleased to provide CPR and First Aid classes for businesses and the community.
- [2015 Heart Fair](https://boone.health/2015/01/09/2015-heart-fair/) - With our 15th annual Heart Fair, Boone Hospital Center continues its commitment to improving the health of the people and communities we serve.
- [CPR & First Aid](https://boone.health/2015/01/09/cpr-first-aid-3/) - Boone Hospital Center’s WELLAWARE service is pleased to provide CPR and First Aid classes for businesses and the community.
- [Weight Loss Seminar - 2/16/15](https://boone.health/2015/01/15/weight-loss-seminar-2-16-15/) - Boone Hospital Center offers a comprehensive and multi-disciplinary Weight Loss Surgery Program. Our multi-disciplinary team includes a surgeon, registered nurse and program coordinator, registered dietitian, exercise therapist, psychologist and financial counselor.
- [Weight Loss Seminar - 2/7/15](https://boone.health/2015/01/15/weight-loss-seminar-2-7-15/) - Boone Hospital Center offers a comprehensive and multi-disciplinary Weight Loss Surgery Program. Our multi-disciplinary team includes a surgeon, registered nurse and program coordinator, registered dietitian, exercise therapist, psychologist and financial counselor.
- [CPR & First Aid](https://boone.health/2015/01/09/cpr-first-aid/) - Boone Hospital Center’s WELLAWARE service is pleased to provide CPR and First Aid classes for businesses and the community.
- [CPR & First Aid](https://boone.health/2015/01/09/cpr-first-aid-2/) - Boone Hospital Center’s WELLAWARE service is pleased to provide CPR and First Aid classes for businesses and the community.
- [Weight Loss Seminar - 5/9/15](https://boone.health/2015/01/15/weight-loss-seminar-5-9-15/) - Boone Hospital Center offers a comprehensive and multi-disciplinary Weight Loss Surgery Program. Our multi-disciplinary team includes a surgeon, registered nurse and program coordinator, registered dietitian, exercise therapist, psychologist and financial counselor.
- [Weight Loss Seminar - 4/25/15](https://boone.health/2015/01/15/weight-loss-seminar-4-25-15/) - Boone Hospital Center offers a comprehensive and multi-disciplinary Weight Loss Surgery Program. The multi-disciplinary team includes the surgeon, registered nurse and coordinator of the program, registered dietitian, exercise therapist, psychologist and financial counselor.
- [Weight Loss Seminar - 4/6/15](https://boone.health/2015/01/15/weight-loss-seminar-4-6-15/) - Boone Hospital Center offers a comprehensive and multi-disciplinary Weight Loss Surgery Program. Our multi-disciplinary team includes a surgeon, registered nurse and program coordinator, registered dietitian, exercise therapist, psychologist and financial counselor.
- [Weight Loss Seminar - 3/19/15](https://boone.health/2015/01/15/weight-loss-seminar-3-19-15/) - Boone Hospital Center offers a comprehensive and multi-disciplinary Weight Loss Surgery Program. The multi-disciplinary team includes the surgeon, registered nurse and coordinator of the program, registered dietitian, exercise therapist, psychologist and financial counselor.
- [Weight Loss Seminar - 3/7/15](https://boone.health/2015/01/15/weight-loss-seminar-3-7-15/) - Boone Hospital Center offers a comprehensive and multi-disciplinary Weight Loss Surgery Program. The multi-disciplinary team includes the surgeon, registered nurse and coordinator of the program, registered dietitian, exercise therapist, psychologist and financial counselor.
- [Weight Loss Seminar - 8/6/15](https://boone.health/2015/01/15/weight-loss-seminar-8-6-15/) - Boone Hospital Center offers a comprehensive and multi-disciplinary Weight Loss Surgery Program. Our multi-disciplinary team includes a surgeon, registered nurse and program coordinator, registered dietitian, exercise therapist, psychologist and financial counselor.
- [Weight Loss Seminar - 7/25/14](https://boone.health/2015/01/15/weight-loss-seminar-7-25-14/) - Boone Hospital Center offers a comprehensive and multi-disciplinary Weight Loss Surgery Program. Our multi-disciplinary team includes a surgeon, registered nurse and program coordinator, registered dietitian, exercise therapist, psychologist and financial counselor.
- [Weight Loss Seminar - 6/22/15](https://boone.health/2015/01/15/weight-loss-seminar-6-22-15/) - Boone Hospital Center offers a comprehensive and multi-disciplinary Weight Loss Surgery Program. Our multi-disciplinary team includes a surgeon, registered nurse and program coordinator, registered dietitian, exercise therapist, psychologist and financial counselor.
- [Weight Loss Seminar - 6/6/15](https://boone.health/2015/01/15/weight-loss-seminar-6-6-15/) - Boone Hospital Center offers a comprehensive and multi-disciplinary Weight Loss Surgery Program. Our multi-disciplinary team includes a surgeon, registered nurse and program coordinator, registered dietitian, exercise therapist, psychologist and financial counselor.
- [Weight Loss Seminar - 5/18/15](https://boone.health/2015/01/15/weight-loss-seminar-5-18-15/) - Boone Hospital Center offers a comprehensive and multi-disciplinary Weight Loss Surgery Program. Our multi-disciplinary team includes a surgeon, registered nurse and program coordinator, registered dietitian, exercise therapist, psychologist and financial counselor.
- [Weight Loss Seminar - 9/8/15](https://boone.health/2015/01/15/weight-loss-seminar-9-8-15/) - Boone Hospital Center offers a comprehensive and multi-disciplinary Weight Loss Surgery Program. Our multi-disciplinary team includes a surgeon, registered nurse and program coordinator, registered dietitian, exercise therapist, psychologist and financial counselor.
- [Weight Loss Seminar - 8/22/15](https://boone.health/2015/01/15/weight-loss-seminar-8-22-15/) - Boone Hospital Center offers a comprehensive and multi-disciplinary Weight Loss Surgery Program. Our multi-disciplinary team includes a surgeon, registered nurse and program coordinator, registered dietitian, exercise therapist, psychologist and financial counselor.
- [Weight Loss Seminar - 10/24/15](https://boone.health/2015/01/15/weight-loss-seminar-10-24-15/) - Boone Hospital Center offers a comprehensive and multi-disciplinary Weight Loss Surgery Program. Our multi-disciplinary team includes a surgeon, registered nurse and program coordinator, registered dietitian, exercise therapist, psychologist and financial counselor.
- [Weight Loss Seminar - 10/12/15](https://boone.health/2015/01/15/weight-loss-seminar-10-12-15/) - Boone Hospital Center offers a comprehensive and multi-disciplinary Weight Loss Surgery Program. Our multi-disciplinary team includes a surgeon, registered nurse and program coordinator, registered dietitian, exercise therapist, psychologist and financial counselor.
- [Weight Loss Seminar - 9/26/15](https://boone.health/2015/01/15/weight-loss-seminar-9-26-15/) - Boone Hospital Center offers a comprehensive and multi-disciplinary Weight Loss Surgery Program. Our multi-disciplinary team includes a surgeon, registered nurse and program coordinator, registered dietitian, exercise therapist, psychologist and financial counselor.
- [Weight Loss Seminar - 12/7/15](https://boone.health/2015/01/15/weight-loss-seminar-12-7-15/) - Boone Hospital Center offers a comprehensive and multi-disciplinary Weight Loss Surgery Program. Our multi-disciplinary team includes a surgeon, registered nurse and program coordinator, registered dietitian, exercise therapist, psychologist and financial counselor.
- [Weight Loss Seminar - 11/21/15](https://boone.health/2015/01/15/weight-loss-seminar-11-21-15/) - Boone Hospital Center offers a comprehensive and multi-disciplinary Weight Loss Surgery Program. Our multi-disciplinary team includes a surgeon, registered nurse and program coordinator, registered dietitian, exercise therapist, psychologist and financial counselor.
- [Weight Loss Seminar - 11/2/15](https://boone.health/2015/01/15/weight-loss-seminar-11-2-15/) - Boone Hospital Center offers a comprehensive and multi-disciplinary Weight Loss Surgery Program. Our multi-disciplinary team includes a surgeon, registered nurse and program coordinator, registered dietitian, exercise therapist, psychologist and financial counselor.
- [Better Beginnings with Breastfeeding](https://boone.health/2015/01/16/better-beginnings-with-breastfeeding-16/) - Breastfeeding offers benefits for mother and baby. While breastfeeding is natural, it is a learned skill. This class is designed to provide breastfeeding education, support and guidance.
- [Childbirth in a Day Class](https://boone.health/2015/01/16/childbirth-in-a-day-class-44/) - Designed to offer detailed childbirth preparation in a small group setting. The class size is limited to encourage questions, discussion and individual attention. Topics include physical and emotional changes of pregnancy, the labor and birth process, Cesarean birth, pain management, post partum and the newborn. Class will integrate massage and breathing awareness with relaxation training.
- [Prepared Childbirth Classes](https://boone.health/2015/01/16/prepared-childbirth-classes-10/) - Designed to offer detailed childbirth preparation in a small group setting. The class size is limited to encourage questions, discussion and individual attention. Topics include physical and emotional changes of pregnancy, the labor and birth process, Cesarean birth, pain management, post partum and the newborn. Class will integrate massage and breathing awareness with relaxation training.
- [Childbirth in a Day Class](https://boone.health/2015/01/16/childbirth-in-a-day-class-42/) - Designed to offer detailed childbirth preparation in a small group setting. The class size is limited to encourage questions, discussion and individual attention. Topics include physical and emotional changes of pregnancy, the labor and birth process, Cesarean birth, pain management, post partum and the newborn. Class will integrate massage and breathing awareness with relaxation training.
- [Infant Safety & CPR Class](https://boone.health/2015/01/16/infant-safety-cpr-class-21/) - Basic parenting information, infant safety and how to prepare for emergencies. CPR instructors are certified by the American Heart Association.This two-hour class costs $25 for an individual or $35 for a couple.
- [Childbirth in a Day Class](https://boone.health/2015/01/16/childbirth-in-a-day-class-43/) - Designed to offer detailed childbirth preparation in a small group setting. The class size is limited to encourage questions, discussion and individual attention. Topics include physical and emotional changes of pregnancy, the labor and birth process, Cesarean birth, pain management, post partum and the newborn. Class will integrate massage and breathing awareness with relaxation training.
- [Infant Safety & CPR Class](https://boone.health/2015/01/16/infant-safety-cpr-class-20/) - Basic parenting information, infant safety and how to prepare for emergencies. CPR instructors are certified by the American Heart Association.This two-hour class costs $25 for an individual or $35 for a couple.
- [Infant Safety & CPR Class](https://boone.health/2015/01/16/infant-safety-cpr-class-19/) - Basic parenting information, infant safety and how to prepare for emergencies. CPR instructors are certified by the American Heart Association.This two-hour class costs $25 for an individual or $35 for a couple.
- [Childbirth in a Day Class](https://boone.health/2015/01/16/childbirth-in-a-day-class-39/) - Designed to offer detailed childbirth preparation in a small group setting. The class size is limited to encourage questions, discussion and individual attention. Topics include physical and emotional changes of pregnancy, the labor and birth process, Cesarean birth, pain management, post partum and the newborn. Class will integrate massage and breathing awareness with relaxation training.
- [Childbirth in a Day Class](https://boone.health/2015/01/16/childbirth-in-a-day-class-40/) - Designed to offer detailed childbirth preparation in a small group setting. The class size is limited to encourage questions, discussion and individual attention. Topics include physical and emotional changes of pregnancy, the labor and birth process, Cesarean birth, pain management, post partum and the newborn. Class will integrate massage and breathing awareness with relaxation training.
- [Better Beginnings with Breastfeeding](https://boone.health/2015/01/16/better-beginnings-with-breastfeeding-15/) - Breastfeeding offers benefits for mother and baby. While breastfeeding is natural, it is a learned skill. This class is designed to provide breastfeeding education, support and guidance.
- [Childbirth in a Day Class](https://boone.health/2015/01/16/childbirth-in-a-day-class-41/) - Designed to offer detailed childbirth preparation in a small group setting. The class size is limited to encourage questions, discussion and individual attention. Topics include physical and emotional changes of pregnancy, the labor and birth process, Cesarean birth, pain management, post partum and the newborn. Class will integrate massage and breathing awareness with relaxation training.
- [Infant Safety & CPR Class](https://boone.health/2015/01/16/infant-safety-cpr-class-18/) - Basic parenting information, infant safety and how to prepare for emergencies. CPR instructors are certified by the American Heart Association.This two-hour class costs $25 for an individual or $35 for a couple.
- [Childbirth in a Day Class](https://boone.health/2015/01/16/childbirth-in-a-day-class-37/) - Designed to offer detailed childbirth preparation in a small group setting. The class size is limited to encourage questions, discussion and individual attention. Topics include physical and emotional changes of pregnancy, the labor and birth process, Cesarean birth, pain management, post partum and the newborn. Class will integrate massage and breathing awareness with relaxation training.
- [Childbirth in a Day Class](https://boone.health/2015/01/16/childbirth-in-a-day-class-38/) - Designed to offer detailed childbirth preparation in a small group setting. The class size is limited to encourage questions, discussion and individual attention. Topics include physical and emotional changes of pregnancy, the labor and birth process, Cesarean birth, pain management, post partum and the newborn. Class will integrate massage and breathing awareness with relaxation training.
- [Better Beginnings with Breastfeeding](https://boone.health/2015/01/16/better-beginnings-with-breastfeeding-13/) - Breastfeeding offers benefits for mother and baby. While breastfeeding is natural, it is a learned skill. This class is designed to provide breastfeeding education, support and guidance.
- [Better Beginnings with Breastfeeding](https://boone.health/2015/01/16/better-beginnings-with-breastfeeding-14/) - Breastfeeding offers benefits for mother and baby. While breastfeeding is natural, it is a learned skill. This class is designed to provide breastfeeding education, support and guidance.
- [Infant Safety & CPR Class](https://boone.health/2015/01/16/infant-safety-cpr-class-17/) - Basic parenting information, infant safety and how to prepare for emergencies. CPR instructors are certified by the American Heart Association.This two-hour class costs $25 for an individual or $35 for a couple.
- [Infant Safety & CPR Class](https://boone.health/2015/01/16/infant-safety-cpr-class-16/) - Basic parenting information, infant safety and how to prepare for emergencies. CPR instructors are certified by the American Heart Association.This two-hour class costs $25 for an individual or $35 for a couple.
- [Childbirth in a Day Class](https://boone.health/2015/01/16/childbirth-in-a-day-class-34/) - Designed to offer detailed childbirth preparation in a small group setting. The class size is limited to encourage questions, discussion and individual attention. Topics include physical and emotional changes of pregnancy, the labor and birth process, Cesarean birth, pain management, post partum and the newborn. Class will integrate massage and breathing awareness with relaxation training.
- [Childbirth in a Day Class](https://boone.health/2015/01/16/childbirth-in-a-day-class-35/) - Designed to offer detailed childbirth preparation in a small group setting. The class size is limited to encourage questions, discussion and individual attention. Topics include physical and emotional changes of pregnancy, the labor and birth process, Cesarean birth, pain management, post partum and the newborn. Class will integrate massage and breathing awareness with relaxation training.
- [Childbirth in a Day Class](https://boone.health/2015/01/16/childbirth-in-a-day-class-36/) - Designed to offer detailed childbirth preparation in a small group setting. The class size is limited to encourage questions, discussion and individual attention. Topics include physical and emotional changes of pregnancy, the labor and birth process, Cesarean birth, pain management, post partum and the newborn. Class will integrate massage and breathing awareness with relaxation training.
- [Better Beginnings with Breastfeeding](https://boone.health/2015/01/16/better-beginnings-with-breastfeeding-11/) - Breastfeeding offers benefits for mother and baby. While breastfeeding is natural, it is a learned skill. This class is designed to provide breastfeeding education, support and guidance.
- [Infant Safety & CPR Class](https://boone.health/2015/01/16/infant-safety-cpr-class-13/) - Basic parenting information, infant safety and how to prepare for emergencies. CPR instructors are certified by the American Heart Association.This two-hour class costs $25 for an individual or $35 for a couple.
- [Infant Safety & CPR Class](https://boone.health/2015/01/16/infant-safety-cpr-class-14/) - Basic parenting information, infant safety and how to prepare for emergencies. CPR instructors are certified by the American Heart Association.This two-hour class costs $25 for an individual or $35 for a couple.
- [Better Beginnings with Breastfeeding](https://boone.health/2015/01/16/better-beginnings-with-breastfeeding-12/) - Breastfeeding offers benefits for mother and baby. While breastfeeding is natural, it is a learned skill. This class is designed to provide breastfeeding education, support and guidance.
- [Infant Safety & CPR Class](https://boone.health/2015/01/16/infant-safety-cpr-class-15/) - Basic parenting information, infant safety and how to prepare for emergencies. CPR instructors are certified by the American Heart Association.This two-hour class costs $25 for an individual or $35 for a couple.
- [Better Beginnings with Breastfeeding](https://boone.health/2015/01/16/better-beginnings-with-breastfeeding-10/) - Breastfeeding offers benefits for mother and baby. While breastfeeding is natural, it is a learned skill. This class is designed to provide breastfeeding education, support and guidance.
- [Infant Safety & CPR Class](https://boone.health/2015/01/16/infant-safety-cpr-class-12/) - Basic parenting information, infant safety and how to prepare for emergencies. CPR instructors are certified by the American Heart Association.This two-hour class costs $25 for an individual or $35 for a couple.
- [Childbirth in a Day Class](https://boone.health/2015/01/16/childbirth-in-a-day-class-31/) - Designed to offer detailed childbirth preparation in a small group setting. The class size is limited to encourage questions, discussion and individual attention. Topics include physical and emotional changes of pregnancy, the labor and birth process, Cesarean birth, pain management, post partum and the newborn. Class will integrate massage and breathing awareness with relaxation training.
- [Childbirth in a Day Class](https://boone.health/2015/01/16/childbirth-in-a-day-class-32/) - Designed to offer detailed childbirth preparation in a small group setting. The class size is limited to encourage questions, discussion and individual attention. Topics include physical and emotional changes of pregnancy, the labor and birth process, Cesarean birth, pain management, post partum and the newborn. Class will integrate massage and breathing awareness with relaxation training.
- [Childbirth in a Day Class](https://boone.health/2015/01/16/childbirth-in-a-day-class-33/) - Designed to offer detailed childbirth preparation in a small group setting. The class size is limited to encourage questions, discussion and individual attention. Topics include physical and emotional changes of pregnancy, the labor and birth process, Cesarean birth, pain management, post partum and the newborn. Class will integrate massage and breathing awareness with relaxation training.
- [Better Beginnings with Breastfeeding](https://boone.health/2015/01/16/better-beginnings-with-breastfeeding-9/) - Breastfeeding offers benefits for mother and baby. While breastfeeding is natural, it is a learned skill. This class is designed to provide breastfeeding education, support and guidance.
- [Childbirth in a Day Class](https://boone.health/2015/01/16/childbirth-in-a-day-class-28/) - Designed to offer detailed childbirth preparation in a small group setting. The class size is limited to encourage questions, discussion and individual attention. Topics include physical and emotional changes of pregnancy, the labor and birth process, Cesarean birth, pain management, post partum and the newborn. Class will integrate massage and breathing awareness with relaxation training.
- [Childbirth in a Day Class](https://boone.health/2015/01/16/childbirth-in-a-day-class-29/) - Designed to offer detailed childbirth preparation in a small group setting. The class size is limited to encourage questions, discussion and individual attention. Topics include physical and emotional changes of pregnancy, the labor and birth process, Cesarean birth, pain management, post partum and the newborn. Class will integrate massage and breathing awareness with relaxation training.
- [Childbirth in a Day Class](https://boone.health/2015/01/16/childbirth-in-a-day-class-30/) - Designed to offer detailed childbirth preparation in a small group setting. The class size is limited to encourage questions, discussion and individual attention. Topics include physical and emotional changes of pregnancy, the labor and birth process, Cesarean birth, pain management, post partum and the newborn. Class will integrate massage and breathing awareness with relaxation training.
- [Infant Safety & CPR Class](https://boone.health/2015/01/16/infant-safety-cpr-class-11/) - Basic parenting information, infant safety and how to prepare for emergencies. CPR instructors are certified by the American Heart Association.This two-hour class costs $25 for an individual or $35 for a couple.
- [Infant Safety & CPR Class](https://boone.health/2015/01/16/infant-safety-cpr-class-10/) - Basic parenting information, infant safety and how to prepare for emergencies. CPR instructors are certified by the American Heart Association.This two-hour class costs $25 for an individual or $35 for a couple.
- [Childbirth in a Day Class](https://boone.health/2015/01/16/childbirth-in-a-day-class-25/) - Designed to offer detailed childbirth preparation in a small group setting. The class size is limited to encourage questions, discussion and individual attention. Topics include physical and emotional changes of pregnancy, the labor and birth process, Cesarean birth, pain management, post partum and the newborn. Class will integrate massage and breathing awareness with relaxation training.
- [Childbirth in a Day Class](https://boone.health/2015/01/16/childbirth-in-a-day-class-26/) - Designed to offer detailed childbirth preparation in a small group setting. The class size is limited to encourage questions, discussion and individual attention. Topics include physical and emotional changes of pregnancy, the labor and birth process, Cesarean birth, pain management, post partum and the newborn. Class will integrate massage and breathing awareness with relaxation training.
- [Childbirth in a Day Class](https://boone.health/2015/01/16/childbirth-in-a-day-class-27/) - Designed to offer detailed childbirth preparation in a small group setting. The class size is limited to encourage questions, discussion and individual attention. Topics include physical and emotional changes of pregnancy, the labor and birth process, Cesarean birth, pain management, post partum and the newborn. Class will integrate massage and breathing awareness with relaxation training.
- [Infant Safety & CPR Class](https://boone.health/2015/01/16/infant-safety-cpr-class-9/) - Basic parenting information, infant safety and how to prepare for emergencies. CPR instructors are certified by the American Heart Association.This two-hour class costs $25 for an individual or $35 for a couple.
- [Childbirth in a Day Class](https://boone.health/2015/01/16/childbirth-in-a-day-class-23/) - Designed to offer detailed childbirth preparation in a small group setting. The class size is limited to encourage questions, discussion and individual attention. Topics include physical and emotional changes of pregnancy, the labor and birth process, Cesarean birth, pain management, post partum and the newborn. Class will integrate massage and breathing awareness with relaxation training.
- [Childbirth in a Day Class](https://boone.health/2015/01/16/childbirth-in-a-day-class-24/) - Designed to offer detailed childbirth preparation in a small group setting. The class size is limited to encourage questions, discussion and individual attention. Topics include physical and emotional changes of pregnancy, the labor and birth process, Cesarean birth, pain management, post partum and the newborn. Class will integrate massage and breathing awareness with relaxation training.
- [Better Beginnings with Breastfeeding](https://boone.health/2015/01/16/better-beginnings-with-breastfeeding-7/) - Breastfeeding offers benefits for mother and baby. While breastfeeding is natural, it is a learned skill. This class is designed to provide breastfeeding education, support and guidance.
- [Better Beginnings with Breastfeeding](https://boone.health/2015/01/16/better-beginnings-with-breastfeeding-8/) - Breastfeeding offers benefits for mother and baby. While breastfeeding is natural, it is a learned skill. This class is designed to provide breastfeeding education, support and guidance.
- [Childbirth in a Day Class](https://boone.health/2015/01/16/childbirth-in-a-day-class-22/) - Designed to offer detailed childbirth preparation in a small group setting. The class size is limited to encourage questions, discussion and individual attention. Topics include physical and emotional changes of pregnancy, the labor and birth process, Cesarean birth, pain management, post partum and the newborn. Class will integrate massage and breathing awareness with relaxation training.
- [Childbirth in a Day Class](https://boone.health/2015/01/16/childbirth-in-a-day-class-20/) - Designed to offer detailed childbirth preparation in a small group setting. The class size is limited to encourage questions, discussion and individual attention. Topics include physical and emotional changes of pregnancy, the labor and birth process, Cesarean birth, pain management, post partum and the newborn. Class will integrate massage and breathing awareness with relaxation training.
- [Childbirth in a Day Class](https://boone.health/2015/01/16/childbirth-in-a-day-class-21/) - Designed to offer detailed childbirth preparation in a small group setting. The class size is limited to encourage questions, discussion and individual attention. Topics include physical and emotional changes of pregnancy, the labor and birth process, Cesarean birth, pain management, post partum and the newborn. Class will integrate massage and breathing awareness with relaxation training.
- [Better Beginnings with Breastfeeding](https://boone.health/2015/01/16/better-beginnings-with-breastfeeding-6/) - Breastfeeding offers benefits for mother and baby. While breastfeeding is natural, it is a learned skill. This class is designed to provide breastfeeding education, support and guidance.
- [Infant Safety & CPR Class](https://boone.health/2015/01/16/infant-safety-cpr-class-7/) - Basic parenting information, infant safety and how to prepare for emergencies. CPR instructors are certified by the American Heart Association.This two-hour class costs $25 for an individual or $35 for a couple.
- [Infant Safety & CPR Class](https://boone.health/2015/01/16/infant-safety-cpr-class-8/) - Basic parenting information, infant safety and how to prepare for emergencies. CPR instructors are certified by the American Heart Association.This two-hour class costs $25 for an individual or $35 for a couple.
- [Better Beginnings with Breastfeeding](https://boone.health/2015/01/16/better-beginnings-with-breastfeeding-3/) - Breastfeeding offers benefits for mother and baby. While breastfeeding is natural, it is a learned skill. This class is designed to provide breastfeeding education, support and guidance.
- [Better Beginnings with Breastfeeding](https://boone.health/2015/01/16/better-beginnings-with-breastfeeding-4/) - Breastfeeding offers benefits for mother and baby. While breastfeeding is natural, it is a learned skill. This class is designed to provide breastfeeding education, support and guidance.
- [Better Beginnings with Breastfeeding](https://boone.health/2015/01/16/better-beginnings-with-breastfeeding-5/) - Breastfeeding offers benefits for mother and baby. While breastfeeding is natural, it is a learned skill. This class is designed to provide breastfeeding education, support and guidance.
- [Infant Safety & CPR Class](https://boone.health/2015/01/16/infant-safety-cpr-class-5/) - Basic parenting information, infant safety and how to prepare for emergencies. CPR instructors are certified by the American Heart Association.This two-hour class costs $25 for an individual or $35 for a couple.
- [Infant Safety & CPR Class](https://boone.health/2015/01/16/infant-safety-cpr-class-6/) - Basic parenting information, infant safety and how to prepare for emergencies. CPR instructors are certified by the American Heart Association.This two-hour class costs $25 for an individual or $35 for a couple.
- [Infant Safety & CPR Class](https://boone.health/2015/01/16/infant-safety-cpr-class-3/) - Basic parenting information, infant safety and how to prepare for emergencies. CPR instructors are certified by the American Heart Association.This two-hour class costs $25 for an individual or $35 for a couple.
- [Infant Safety & CPR Class](https://boone.health/2015/01/16/infant-safety-cpr-class-4/) - Basic parenting information, infant safety and how to prepare for emergencies. CPR instructors are certified by the American Heart Association.This two-hour class costs $25 for an individual or $35 for a couple.
- [Childbirth in a Day Class](https://boone.health/2015/01/16/childbirth-in-a-day-class-17/) - Designed to offer detailed childbirth preparation in a small group setting. The class size is limited to encourage questions, discussion and individual attention. Topics include physical and emotional changes of pregnancy, the labor and birth process, Cesarean birth, pain management, post partum and the newborn. Class will integrate massage and breathing awareness with relaxation training.
- [Childbirth in a Day Class](https://boone.health/2015/01/16/childbirth-in-a-day-class-18/) - Designed to offer detailed childbirth preparation in a small group setting. The class size is limited to encourage questions, discussion and individual attention. Topics include physical and emotional changes of pregnancy, the labor and birth process, Cesarean birth, pain management, post partum and the newborn. Class will integrate massage and breathing awareness with relaxation training.
- [Childbirth in a Day Class](https://boone.health/2015/01/16/childbirth-in-a-day-class-19/) - Designed to offer detailed childbirth preparation in a small group setting. The class size is limited to encourage questions, discussion and individual attention. Topics include physical and emotional changes of pregnancy, the labor and birth process, Cesarean birth, pain management, post partum and the newborn. Class will integrate massage and breathing awareness with relaxation training.
- [Better Beginnings with Breastfeeding](https://boone.health/2015/12/08/better-beginnings-with-breastfeeding-2/) - Breastfeeding offers benefits for mother and baby. While breastfeeding is natural, it is a learned skill. This class is designed to provide breastfeeding education, support and guidance.
- [Infant Safety & CPR Class](https://boone.health/2015/01/16/infant-safety-cpr-class/) - Basic parenting information, infant safety and how to prepare for emergencies. CPR instructors are certified by the American Heart Association.This two-hour class costs $25 for an individual or $35 for a couple.
- [Infant Safety & CPR Class](https://boone.health/2015/01/16/infant-safety-cpr-class-2/) - Basic parenting information, infant safety and how to prepare for emergencies. CPR instructors are certified by the American Heart Association.This two-hour class costs $25 for an individual or $35 for a couple.
- [Childbirth in a Day Class](https://boone.health/2015/12/08/childbirth-in-a-day-class-15/) - Designed to offer detailed childbirth preparation in a small group setting. The class size is limited to encourage questions, discussion and individual attention. Topics include physical and emotional changes of pregnancy, the labor and birth process, Cesarean birth, pain management, post partum and the newborn. Class will integrate massage and breathing awareness with relaxation training.
- [Childbirth in a Day Class](https://boone.health/2015/01/16/childbirth-in-a-day-class-16/) - Designed to offer detailed childbirth preparation in a small group setting. The class size is limited to encourage questions, discussion and individual attention. Topics include physical and emotional changes of pregnancy, the labor and birth process, Cesarean birth, pain management, post partum and the newborn. Class will integrate massage and breathing awareness with relaxation training.
- [Prepared Childbirth Classes](https://boone.health/2015/01/19/prepared-childbirth-classes-7/) - Designed to offer detailed childbirth preparation in a small group setting. The class size is limited to encourage questions, discussion and individual attention. Topics include physical and emotional changes of pregnancy, the labor and birth process, Cesarean birth, pain management, post partum and the newborn. Class will integrate massage and breathing awareness with relaxation training.
- [Prepared Childbirth Classes](https://boone.health/2015/01/16/prepared-childbirth-classes-8/) - Designed to offer detailed childbirth preparation in a small group setting. The class size is limited to encourage questions, discussion and individual attention. Topics include physical and emotional changes of pregnancy, the labor and birth process, Cesarean birth, pain management, post partum and the newborn. Class will integrate massage and breathing awareness with relaxation training.
- [Prepared Childbirth Classes](https://boone.health/2015/01/16/prepared-childbirth-classes-9/) - Designed to offer detailed childbirth preparation in a small group setting. The class size is limited to encourage questions, discussion and individual attention. Topics include physical and emotional changes of pregnancy, the labor and birth process, Cesarean birth, pain management, post partum and the newborn. Class will integrate massage and breathing awareness with relaxation training.
- [Prepared Childbirth Classes](https://boone.health/2015/01/19/prepared-childbirth-classes-5/) - Designed to offer detailed childbirth preparation in a small group setting. The class size is limited to encourage questions, discussion and individual attention. Topics include physical and emotional changes of pregnancy, the labor and birth process, Cesarean birth, pain management, post partum and the newborn. Class will integrate massage and breathing awareness with relaxation training.
- [Prepared Childbirth Classes](https://boone.health/2015/01/19/prepared-childbirth-classes-6/) - Designed to offer detailed childbirth preparation in a small group setting. The class size is limited to encourage questions, discussion and individual attention. Topics include physical and emotional changes of pregnancy, the labor and birth process, Cesarean birth, pain management, post partum and the newborn. Class will integrate massage and breathing awareness with relaxation training.
- [Prepared Childbirth Classes](https://boone.health/2015/01/20/prepared-childbirth-classes-2/) - Designed to offer detailed childbirth preparation in a small group setting. The class size is limited to encourage questions, discussion and individual attention. Topics include physical and emotional changes of pregnancy, the labor and birth process, Cesarean birth, pain management, post partum and the newborn. Class will integrate massage and breathing awareness with relaxation training.
- [Prepared Childbirth Classes](https://boone.health/2015/01/19/prepared-childbirth-classes-3/) - Designed to offer detailed childbirth preparation in a small group setting. The class size is limited to encourage questions, discussion and individual attention. Topics include physical and emotional changes of pregnancy, the labor and birth process, Cesarean birth, pain management, post partum and the newborn. Class will integrate massage and breathing awareness with relaxation training.
- [Prepared Childbirth Classes](https://boone.health/2015/01/19/prepared-childbirth-classes-4/) - Designed to offer detailed childbirth preparation in a small group setting. The class size is limited to encourage questions, discussion and individual attention. Topics include physical and emotional changes of pregnancy, the labor and birth process, Cesarean birth, pain management, post partum and the newborn. Class will integrate massage and breathing awareness with relaxation training.
- [January Employee of the Month is inspired by her patients](https://boone.health/2015/01/07/january-employee-of-the-month-is-inspired-by-her-patients/) - When Mung Chin saw a job posting for an oncology staff nurse in late 2010, she thought “That might be something I like.” She applied, interviewed and joined Boone Hospital Center in January 2011.
- [Prepared Childbirth Classes](https://boone.health/2015/01/20/prepared-childbirth-classes/) - Designed to offer detailed childbirth preparation in a small group setting. The class size is limited to encourage questions, discussion and individual attention. Topics include physical and emotional changes of pregnancy, the labor and birth process, Cesarean birth, pain management, post partum and the newborn. Class will integrate massage and breathing awareness with relaxation training.
- [Jewelry is Fun Sale](https://boone.health/2015/04/01/jewelry-is-fun-sale/) - Join us for a $5.99 jewelry sale benefiting the Boone Hospital Foundation. Check details for exact dates and times.
- [Boone Hospital Foundation Golf Classic](https://boone.health/2015/04/08/boone-hospital-foundation-golf-classic/) - Please join us on Monday, May 11
- [March Employee of the Month says, ‘It’s more than a job… it’s a calling.’](https://boone.health/2015/03/05/march-employee-of-the-month-says-its-more-than-a-job-its-a-calling/) - After being a nurse on Boone Hospital Center’s oncology unit for nearly twenty years, Gayle Hoelscher wouldn’t want to work anywhere else – in fact, she knew this before she started her first day on the floor. Gayle says, “When I first applied at Boone Hospital Center, it was specifically for a nursing position on the oncology floor.”
- [February Employee of the Month enjoys improving patient care](https://boone.health/2015/02/05/february-employee-of-the-month-enjoys-improving-patient-care/) - “When I encounter an opportunity for improvement, I enjoy working with my team to create a solution,” says Jenn Bronson, Outcomes Coordinator, Cardiology, Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery.
- [Path out of pain: Boone Hospital team helps Tebbetts woman escape severe knee arthritis](https://boone.health/2015/01/22/path-out-of-pain-boone-hospital-team-helps-tebbetts-woman-escape-severe-knee-arthritis/) - From her home in Tebbetts, Mo., Belinda Heimericks can look down upon the Missouri River bottoms and the Katy Trail.
- [Hep C Alliance Fair Know Your Numbers - 5/2/15](https://boone.health/2015/04/14/hep-c-alliance-fair-know-your-numbers-5-2-15/) - Our Know Your Numbers mobile health unit will provide free health screenings for cholesterol, blood pressure and BMI at the Hep C Alliance Fair. No registration is required.
- [Columbia Health Dept Know Your Numbers - 4/21/15](https://boone.health/2015/04/14/columbia-health-dept-know-your-numbers-4-21-15/) - Our Know Your Numbers mobile health unit will provide free health screenings for cholesterol, blood pressure and BMI at the Columbia-Boone County Health Department. No registration is required.
- [April Employee of the Month: "I can see that we make a difference."](https://boone.health/2015/04/13/april-employee-of-the-month-i-can-see-that-we-make-a-difference/) - Bruce Smith says, “A hospital building operates differently. There are a lot of things you have to take care of.” Ten years ago, Bruce joined Boone Hospital Center as a mechanic in the plant operations department. His primary role is to provide regular, preventive maintenance to the sterile processing equipment in the hospital’s central services area and operating room, making sure that a multitude of machines are kept in good working condition, ordering parts, making repairs and quickly responding to any issues.
- [Boone Hospital Foundation Gala](https://boone.health/2015/04/01/boone-hospital-foundation-gala-2/) - Join us at the Holiday Inn Executive Center for an dinner, dancing and entertainment.
- [Samaritan Hospital Hemoglobin A1C Screening - 5/12/15](https://boone.health/2015/04/14/samaritan-hospital-hemoglobin-a1c-screening-5-12-15/) - Our Know Your Numbers mobile health unit will provide free hemoglobin A1C screenings at Samaritan Hospital in Macon. No appointment is necessary.
- [7/14/15 - Columbia Skin Cancer Screening](https://boone.health/2015/04/15/7-14-15-columbia-skin-cancer-screening/) - Free skin cancer screenings will be performed on our Know Your Numbers mobile health unit. Advance registration is required.
- [6/18/15 - Columbia Skin Cancer Screening](https://boone.health/2015/04/15/6-18-15-columbia-skin-cancer-screening/) - Free skin cancer screenings will be performed on our Know Your Numbers mobile health unit. Advance registration is required.
- [6/17/15 - Columbia Skin Cancer Screening](https://boone.health/2015/04/15/6-17-15-columbia-skin-cancer-screening/) - Free skin cancer screenings will be performed on our Know Your Numbers mobile health unit. Advance registration is required.
- [6/16/15 - Columbia Skin Cancer Screening](https://boone.health/2015/04/15/6-16-15-columbia-skin-cancer-screening/) - Free skin cancer screenings will be performed on our Know Your Numbers mobile health unit. Advance registration is required.
- [Skin Cancer Screening - 5/19/15](https://boone.health/2015/04/15/skin-cancer-screening-5-19-15/) - Free skin cancer screenings will be performed on our Know Your Numbers mobile health unit. Advance registration is required.
- [8/20/15 - Columbia Skin Cancer Screening](https://boone.health/2015/04/15/8-20-15-columbia-skin-cancer-screening/) - Free skin cancer screenings will be performed on our Know Your Numbers mobile health unit. Advance registration is required.
- [8/19/15 - Columbia Skin Cancer Screening](https://boone.health/2015/04/15/8-19-15-columbia-skin-cancer-screening/) - Free skin cancer screenings will be performed on our Know Your Numbers mobile health unit. Advance registration is required.
- [8/18/15 - Columbia Skin Cancer Screening](https://boone.health/2015/04/15/8-18-15-columbia-skin-cancer-screening/) - Free skin cancer screenings will be performed on our Know Your Numbers mobile health unit. Advance registration is required.
- [7/16/15 - Columbia Skin Cancer Screening](https://boone.health/2015/04/15/7-16-15-columbia-skin-cancer-screening/) - Free skin cancer screenings will be performed on our Know Your Numbers mobile health unit. Advance registration is required.
- [7/15/15 - Columbia Skin Cancer Screening](https://boone.health/2015/04/15/7-15-15-columbia-skin-cancer-screening/) - Free skin cancer screenings will be performed on our Know Your Numbers mobile health unit. Advance registration is required.
- [7/28/15 - Boonville Know Your Numbers](https://boone.health/2015/04/15/7-28-15-boonville-know-your-numbers/) - Our Know Your Numbers mobile health unit will provide free health screenings for cholesterol, blood pressure and BMI at Boonslick Heartland YMCA in Boonville, Mo. No registration is required.
- [ACT Know Your Numbers - 5/14/15](https://boone.health/2015/04/15/act-know-your-numbers-5-14-15/) - Our Know Your Numbers mobile health unit will provide free health screenings for cholesterol, blood pressure and BMI at Alternative Community Training (ACT) in Columbia. No registration is required.
- [9/25/15 - Benton County Know Your Numbers](https://boone.health/2015/04/15/9-25-15-benton-county-know-your-numbers/) - Our Know Your Numbers mobile health unit will provide free health screenings for cholesterol, blood pressure and BMI at St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Cole Camp, Mo. No registration is required.
- [Columbia Farmers Market Know Your Numbers - 6/13/15](https://boone.health/2015/04/14/columbia-farmers-market-know-your-numbers-6-13-15/) - Our Know Your Numbers mobile health unit will provide free health screenings for cholesterol, blood pressure and BMI at the Columbia Farmers Market at the ARC. No registration is required.
- [9/25/15 - Benton County Skin Cancer Screening](https://boone.health/2015/04/15/9-25-15-benton-county-skin-cancer-screening/) - Free skin cancer screenings will be performed at St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Cole Camp, Mo. Advance registration is required.
- [9/28/15 - Battle in Columbia Know Your Numbers](https://boone.health/2015/04/14/9-28-15-battle-in-columbia-know-your-numbers/) - Our Know Your Numbers mobile health unit will provide free health screenings for cholesterol, blood glucose and BMI at Battle in Columbia for Prostate Cancer Awareness at Columbia Country Club. No registration is required.
- [Boone’s Multidisciplinary Team Helps Save Centralia Woman From Stroke](https://boone.health/2015/04/23/boones-multidisciplinary-team-helps-save-centralia-woman-from-stroke/) - Each week, Sandra and David Eppinger get together with Sandra’s sister for a game of Scrabble. Competing in a game like Scrabble requires knowing thousands of words. Strong spelling and lexical creativity will also give you an edge. Yet one day, as Sandra, 75, showered before her sister arrived for the game, all her words suddenly disappeared.
- [Boone Hospital Center Stroke Fair](https://boone.health/2015/04/21/boone-hospital-center-stroke-fair/)
- [Hearing Again](https://boone.health/2015/04/16/hearing-again/) - For children who are learning to read, the English language is full of tough challenges. Many words contain tricky silent letters. Other letters are pronounced differently depending on the word, requiring students to learn context clues to get the right sound. There are also homonyms — words that sound the same but are spelled differently. And that’s just a few of the pitfalls. So as her students practiced their reading, sounding out the words aloud, Carol Milhollin listened very closely.
- [Montgomery County Hemoglobin A1C Screening - 6/4/15](https://boone.health/2015/04/14/montgomery-county-hemoglobin-a1c-screening-6-4-15/) - Our Know Your Numbers mobile health unit will provide free hemoglobin A1C screenings at the Montgomery County Health Fair. No appointment is necessary.
- [Teacher Says “Don’t Put Off Screening”](https://boone.health/2015/05/15/teacher-says-dont-put-off-screening/) - Kathleen Metter knew when she turned 50 that she should schedule a routine colonoscopy. As a biology teacher at Hickman High School, where she teaches 10th graders, Kathleen wasn’t squeamish. “Nobody likes to talk about the colon, but it’s a part of us. But everybody’s busy and has to find the time for screening.”
- [Cancer Survivors Luncheon](https://boone.health/2015/05/13/cancer-survivors-luncheon-3/)
- [From Cavity To Cancer](https://boone.health/2015/05/12/from-cavity-to-cancer/) - Until late 2013, John Johnson had lived a remarkably healthy life. Even as he neared 70 years old, his body remained in near-peak condition. John credited his health to a lifetime of hard work, martial arts, long bike rides and natural medicine practices. At the time, it seemed like his only weak spot was his upper set of teeth, which had become broken and infected.
- [Barbara Weaver: "This feels like home."](https://boone.health/2015/05/01/barbara-weaver-this-feels-like-home/) - When I first walked into Boone Hospital, I will never forget thinking ‘This feels like home.’” says Barbara Weaver, chairman emeritus of Boone Hospital Center’s board of trustees.
- [May Employee of the Month says, "We're all a big family."](https://boone.health/2015/04/30/may-employee-of-the-month-says-were-all-a-big-family/) - Administrative coordinator Jessica Basinger says the best part of her job is spending time with her kind and compassionate coworkers.
- [7/23/15 - Howard County Skin Cancer Screening](https://boone.health/2015/04/15/7-23-15-howard-county-skin-cancer-screening/) - Free skin cancer screenings will be performed at Howard County Health and Wellness in Fayette, Mo. Advance registration is required for the skin cancer screenings.
- [June Employee Of The Month Nicole Lauer Says Going To Work Is All About Building Relationships](https://boone.health/2015/06/10/june-employee-of-the-month-nicole-lauer-says-going-to-work-is-all-about-building-relationships/) - June employee of the month Nicole Lauer says she decided to go into nursing after giving birth to her son, Avery, at Boone Hospital 12 years ago. “The staff was so great and passionate. It made me want to become a nurse myself,” says Nicole.
- [Thanksgiving Service and Clinic Hours](https://boone.health/2018/11/21/thanksgiving-service-and-clinic-hours/) - Boone Hospital Center is open 365 days a year to serve our community, however, some of our services and clinics will be closed on Thursday, November 22 and Friday, November 23. Have a happy, safe Thanksgiving!
- [Healing Garden: Maria Trevor, Harpist](https://boone.health/2015/05/22/healing-garden-maria-trevor-harpist/)
- [7/23/15 - Howard County Hemoglobin A1C Screening](https://boone.health/2015/04/14/7-23-15-howard-county-hemoglobin-a1c-screening/) - Our Know Your Numbers mobile health unit will provide free hemoglobin A1C screenings at the Howard County Health and Wellness Center in Fayette. No appointment is necessary.
- [July Employee of the Month helps heart surgery patients in ICU](https://boone.health/2015/07/25/july-employee-of-the-month-helps-heart-surgery-patients-in-icu/) - “The doctors I work with are some of the best surgeons I have worked with,” she says. “I’ve learned a lot from them. If ever needed, I would choose to be in their care.”
- [Greek Salad Dressing](https://boone.health/2015/07/22/greek-salad-dressing/) - In the summer, my first choice to bring to a dinner party is a Greek salad with this killer homemade dressing. It is surprisingly quick to throw together in a blender and makes eating veggies an easy thing to accomplish.
- [Boone Hospital Center Receives Excellence in Eye Donation Award](https://boone.health/2015/07/09/boone-hospital-center-receives-excellence-in-eye-donation-award/) - Boone Hospital Center received Saving Sight’s Excellence in Eye Donation Award, recognizing the partner hospital for achievements in providing the gift of sight to those needing a transplant last year.
- [Boone Physical Therapists Help Local Veteran Achieve His Dream Of Going On An Honor Flight](https://boone.health/2015/07/07/boone-physical-therapists-help-local-veteran-achieve-his-dream-of-going-on-an-honor-flight/) - John Conley had dreamed of going on an Honor Flight for over a year. The trip would take him and other veterans to Washington D.C. to visit memorials built to honor their services. So, he was ecstatic early this year when he found out he was selected by the Central Missouri Honor Flight branch to make the trip.
- [New Arrivals](https://boone.health/2015/07/01/new-arrivals/) - Beth and Taylor Perry had just moved to Columbia from Georgia to open the Zaxby’s on Stadium Drive when they found out Beth was pregnant.
- [11/12/15 - Chariton County Skin Cancer Screening](https://boone.health/2015/04/15/11-12-15-chariton-county-skin-cancer-screening/) - Free skin cancer screenings will be performed at Chariton County Health Department in Keytesville, Mo. Advance registration is required.
- [RN Recruitment Event](https://boone.health/2015/08/06/rn-recruitment-event/) - Are you the one we are looking for? Join us on August 25th from 6-9 pm at Boone Hospital Center for a nursing open house event. Meet team members, tour our facilities and find out why we are a three time Magnet Hospital for Nursing Excellence and the #1 rated hospital in central Missouri by U.S. News and World Report. All registered nurse are welcome to attend.
- [South Campus Slated To Open With The New Year](https://boone.health/2015/08/05/south-campus-slated-to-open-with-the-new-year/) - As the new Boone Hospital south campus continues to take shape, there is increasing excitement about this effort to better serve our growing community. Among the most excited are the physicians who will practice there.
- [9/29/15 - Salisbury Know Your Numbers](https://boone.health/2015/04/15/9-29-15-salisbury-know-your-numbers/) - Our Know Your Numbers mobile health unit will provide free health screenings for cholesterol, blood pressure and BMI at Salisbury Senior Center. This is a partnership with Salisbury Senior Center and Hometown Homecare. No registration is required.
- [Supportive Care](https://boone.health/2015/07/27/supportive-care/) - When someone is nearing the end of life, there is nothing more comforting than the closeness of friends and family. This is the idea behind the new double bed at the Stewart Cancer Center at Boone Hospital.
- [Meet Boone's Dietitian Blogger Kelsie Knerr](https://boone.health/2015/08/11/meet-boones-dietitian-blogger-kelsie-knerr/) - I’m Kelsie Knerr, a dietitian foodie who loves biking to the Columbia Farmer’s Market and decorating sugar cookies.
- [Childbirth in a Day Class](https://boone.health/2015/08/13/childbirth-in-a-day-class-12/) - Designed to offer detailed childbirth preparation in a small group setting, this class provides individual attention in an environment that encourages discussion and questions. Topics include physical and emotional changes of pregnancy, labor and birth, cesarean birth, pain management, postpartum and newborn care, massage, breathing awareness and relaxation training.
- [Childbirth in a Day Class](https://boone.health/2015/08/13/childbirth-in-a-day-class-13/) - Designed to offer detailed childbirth preparation in a small group setting, this class provides individual attention in an environment that encourages discussion and questions. Topics include physical and emotional changes of pregnancy, labor and birth, cesarean birth, pain management, postpartum and newborn care, massage, breathing awareness and relaxation training.
- [Childbirth in a Day Class](https://boone.health/2015/08/13/childbirth-in-a-day-class-14/) - Designed to offer detailed childbirth preparation in a small group setting, this class provides individual attention in an environment that encourages discussion and questions. Topics include physical and emotional changes of pregnancy, labor and birth, cesarean birth, pain management, postpartum and newborn care, massage, breathing awareness and relaxation training.
- [August Employee of the Month loves making a difference in others' lives](https://boone.health/2015/08/12/august-employee-of-the-month-loves-making-a-difference-in-others-lives/) - When surgical technician Tami Held learned that she was our August 2015 Employee of the Month, she was in the middle of a delivery. “I was totally taken by surprise,” Tami says. “I couldn’t remember who announced it, what they said or who was there. I was so worried that I had just so abruptly
- [Childbirth in a Day Class](https://boone.health/2015/08/13/childbirth-in-a-day-class-11/) - Designed to offer detailed childbirth preparation in a small group setting, this class provides individual attention in an environment that encourages discussion and questions. Topics include physical and emotional changes of pregnancy, labor and birth, cesarean birth, pain management, postpartum and newborn care, massage, breathing awareness and relaxation training.
- [Free Screening, Priceless Outcome](https://boone.health/2015/08/13/free-screening-priceless-outcome/) - Ron Gladbach was careful. As a longtime farmer and someone with a family history of skin cancer, he knew he was at high risk. He often checked his skin for signs of cancer, focusing on areas frequently exposed to the sun, like his face and ears.
- [Childbirth in a Day Class](https://boone.health/2015/08/13/childbirth-in-a-day-class-8/) - Designed to offer detailed childbirth preparation in a small group setting, this class provides individual attention in an environment that encourages discussion and questions. Topics include physical and emotional changes of pregnancy, labor and birth, cesarean birth, pain management, postpartum and newborn care, massage, breathing awareness and relaxation training.
- [Childbirth in a Day Class](https://boone.health/2015/08/13/childbirth-in-a-day-class-9/) - Designed to offer detailed childbirth preparation in a small group setting, this class provides individual attention in an environment that encourages discussion and questions. Topics include physical and emotional changes of pregnancy, labor and birth, cesarean birth, pain management, postpartum and newborn care, massage, breathing awareness and relaxation training.
- [Childbirth in a Day Class](https://boone.health/2015/08/13/childbirth-in-a-day-class-10/) - Designed to offer detailed childbirth preparation in a small group setting, this class provides individual attention in an environment that encourages discussion and questions. Topics include physical and emotional changes of pregnancy, labor and birth, cesarean birth, pain management, postpartum and newborn care, massage, breathing awareness and relaxation training.
- [Childbirth in a Day Class](https://boone.health/2015/08/13/childbirth-in-a-day-class-4/) - Designed to offer detailed childbirth preparation in a small group setting, this class provides individual attention in an environment that encourages discussion and questions. Topics include physical and emotional changes of pregnancy, labor and birth, cesarean birth, pain management, postpartum and newborn care, massage, breathing awareness and relaxation training.
- [Childbirth in a Day Class](https://boone.health/2015/08/13/childbirth-in-a-day-class-5/) - Designed to offer detailed childbirth preparation in a small group setting, this class provides individual attention in an environment that encourages discussion and questions. Topics include physical and emotional changes of pregnancy, labor and birth, cesarean birth, pain management, postpartum and newborn care, massage, breathing awareness and relaxation training.
- [Childbirth in a Day Class](https://boone.health/2015/08/13/childbirth-in-a-day-class-6/) - Designed to offer detailed childbirth preparation in a small group setting, this class provides individual attention in an environment that encourages discussion and questions. Topics include physical and emotional changes of pregnancy, labor and birth, cesarean birth, pain management, postpartum and newborn care, massage, breathing awareness and relaxation training.
- [Childbirth in a Day Class](https://boone.health/2015/08/13/childbirth-in-a-day-class-7/) - Designed to offer detailed childbirth preparation in a small group setting, this class provides individual attention in an environment that encourages discussion and questions. Topics include physical and emotional changes of pregnancy, labor and birth, cesarean birth, pain management, postpartum and newborn care, massage, breathing awareness and relaxation training.
- [Caring Voices](https://boone.health/2015/08/25/caring-voices/) - In 2014, Boone Hospital Center’s switchboard received 544,291 calls, which works out to a call every 62 seconds for a year, an impressive number for a small team of professionals. Like the hospital’s inpatient and emergency care services, the switchboard doesn’t close for the night, weekend, holiday or snow day — it’s an essential part of patient care.
- [11/7/16 - Better Beginnings with Breastfeeding](https://boone.health/2014/10/29/11-7-16-better-beginnings-with-breastfeeding/) - Breastfeeding benefits you and your baby. While breastfeeding is natural, it is also a learned skill. This class provides breastfeeding education, support and guidance.
- [11/28/16 - Better Beginnings with Breastfeeding](https://boone.health/2014/10/29/11-28-16-better-beginnings-with-breastfeeding/) - Breastfeeding benefits you and your baby. While breastfeeding is natural, it is also a learned skill. This class provides breastfeeding education, support and guidance.
- [12/12/16 - Better Beginnings with Breastfeeding](https://boone.health/2014/10/29/12-12-16-better-beginnings-with-breastfeeding/) - Breastfeeding benefits you and your baby. While breastfeeding is natural, it is also a learned skill. This class provides breastfeeding education, support and guidance.
- [Childbirth in a Day Class](https://boone.health/2015/08/13/childbirth-in-a-day-class-2/) - Designed to offer detailed childbirth preparation in a small group setting, this class provides individual attention in an environment that encourages discussion and questions. Topics include physical and emotional changes of pregnancy, labor and birth, cesarean birth, pain management, postpartum and newborn care, massage, breathing awareness and relaxation training.
- [Childbirth in a Day Class](https://boone.health/2015/08/13/childbirth-in-a-day-class-3/) - Designed to offer detailed childbirth preparation in a small group setting, this class provides individual attention in an environment that encourages discussion and questions. Topics include physical and emotional changes of pregnancy, labor and birth, cesarean birth, pain management, postpartum and newborn care, massage, breathing awareness and relaxation training.
- [7/11/16 - Better Beginnings with Breastfeeding](https://boone.health/2014/10/29/7-11-16-better-beginnings-with-breastfeeding/) - Breastfeeding benefits you and your baby. While breastfeeding is natural, it is also a learned skill. This class provides breastfeeding education, support and guidance.
- [8/1/16 - Better Beginnings with Breastfeeding](https://boone.health/2014/10/29/8-1-16-better-beginnings-with-breastfeeding/) - Breastfeeding benefits you and your baby. While breastfeeding is natural, it is also a learned skill. This class provides breastfeeding education, support and guidance.
- [8/22/16 - Better Beginnings with Breastfeeding](https://boone.health/2014/10/29/8-22-16-better-beginnings-with-breastfeeding/) - Breastfeeding benefits you and your baby. While breastfeeding is natural, it is also a learned skill. This class provides breastfeeding education, support and guidance.
- [9/12/16 - Better Beginnings with Breastfeeding](https://boone.health/2014/10/29/9-12-16-better-beginnings-with-breastfeeding/) - Breastfeeding benefits you and your baby. While breastfeeding is natural, it is also a learned skill. This class provides breastfeeding education, support and guidance.
- [10/10/16 - Better Beginnings with Breastfeeding](https://boone.health/2014/10/29/10-10-16-better-beginnings-with-breastfeeding/) - Breastfeeding benefits you and your baby. While breastfeeding is natural, it is also a learned skill. This class provides breastfeeding education, support and guidance.
- [5/23/16 - Better Beginnings with Breastfeeding](https://boone.health/2014/10/29/5-23-16-better-beginnings-with-breastfeeding/) - Breastfeeding benefits you and your baby. While breastfeeding is natural, it is also a learned skill. This class provides breastfeeding education, support and guidance.
- [6/13/16 - Better Beginnings with Breastfeeding](https://boone.health/2014/10/29/6-13-16-better-beginnings-with-breastfeeding/) - Breastfeeding benefits you and your baby. While breastfeeding is natural, it is also a learned skill. This class provides breastfeeding education, support and guidance.
- [3/21/16 - Better Beginnings with Breastfeeding](https://boone.health/2014/10/29/3-21-16-better-beginnings-with-breastfeeding/) - Breastfeeding benefits you and your baby. While breastfeeding is natural, it is also a learned skill. This class provides breastfeeding education, support and guidance.
- [4/11/16 - Better Beginnings with Breastfeeding](https://boone.health/2014/10/29/4-11-16-better-beginnings-with-breastfeeding/) - Breastfeeding benefits you and your baby. While breastfeeding is natural, it is also a learned skill. This class provides breastfeeding education, support and guidance.
- [5/2/16 - Better Beginnings with Breastfeeding](https://boone.health/2014/10/29/5-2-16-better-beginnings-with-breastfeeding/) - Breastfeeding benefits you and your baby. While breastfeeding is natural, it is also a learned skill. This class provides breastfeeding education, support and guidance.
- [1/11/16 - Infant Safety & CPR Class](https://boone.health/2015/01/16/1-11-16-infant-safety-cpr-class/) - This two-hour class provides CPR instruction from instructors certified by the American Heart Association and covers infant safety, preparing for emergencies and basic parenting information.
- [1/04/16 - Better Beginnings with Breastfeeding](https://boone.health/2014/10/29/1-04-16-better-beginnings-with-breastfeeding/) - Breastfeeding benefits you and your baby. While breastfeeding is natural, it is also a learned skill. This class provides breastfeeding education, support and guidance.
- [1/25/16 - Better Beginnings with Breastfeeding](https://boone.health/2014/10/29/1-25-16-better-beginnings-with-breastfeeding/) - Breastfeeding benefits you and your baby. While breastfeeding is natural, it is also a learned skill. This class provides breastfeeding education, support and guidance.
- [2/15/16 - Better Beginnings with Breastfeeding](https://boone.health/2014/10/29/2-15-16-better-beginnings-with-breastfeeding/) - Breastfeeding benefits you and your baby. While breastfeeding is natural, it is also a learned skill. This class provides breastfeeding education, support and guidance.
- [3/7/16 - Better Beginnings with Breastfeeding](https://boone.health/2014/10/29/3-7-16-better-beginnings-with-breastfeeding/) - Breastfeeding benefits you and your baby. While breastfeeding is natural, it is also a learned skill. This class provides breastfeeding education, support and guidance.
- [4/25/16 - Infant Safety & CPR Class](https://boone.health/2015/01/16/4-25-16-infant-safety-cpr-class/) - This two-hour class provides CPR instruction from instructors certified by the American Heart Association and covers infant safety, preparing for emergencies and basic parenting information.
- [4/4/16 - Infant Safety & CPR Class](https://boone.health/2015/01/16/4-4-16-infant-safety-cpr-class/) - This two-hour class provides CPR instruction from instructors certified by the American Heart Association and covers infant safety, preparing for emergencies and basic parenting information.
- [3/14/16 - Infant Safety & CPR Class](https://boone.health/2015/01/16/3-14-16-infant-safety-cpr-class/) - This two-hour class provides CPR instruction from instructors certified by the American Heart Association and covers infant safety, preparing for emergencies and basic parenting information.
- [2/29/16 - Infant Safety & CPR Class](https://boone.health/2015/01/16/2-29-16-infant-safety-cpr-class/) - This two-hour class provides CPR instruction from instructors certified by the American Heart Association and covers infant safety, preparing for emergencies and basic parenting information.
- [2/8/16 - Infant Safety & CPR Class](https://boone.health/2015/01/16/2-8-16-infant-safety-cpr-class/) - This two-hour class provides CPR instruction from instructors certified by the American Heart Association and covers infant safety, preparing for emergencies and basic parenting information.
- [8/8/16 - Infant Safety & CPR Class](https://boone.health/2015/01/16/8-8-16-infant-safety-cpr-class/) - This two-hour class provides CPR instruction from instructors certified by the American Heart Association and covers infant safety, preparing for emergencies and basic parenting information.
- [7/18/16 - Infant Safety & CPR Class](https://boone.health/2015/01/16/7-18-16-infant-safety-cpr-class/) - This two-hour class provides CPR instruction from instructors certified by the American Heart Association and covers infant safety, preparing for emergencies and basic parenting information.
- [6/20/16 - Infant Safety & CPR Class](https://boone.health/2015/01/16/6-20-16-infant-safety-cpr-class/) - This two-hour class provides CPR instruction from instructors certified by the American Heart Association and covers infant safety, preparing for emergencies and basic parenting information.
- [6/6/16 - Infant Safety & CPR Class](https://boone.health/2015/01/16/6-6-16-infant-safety-cpr-class/) - This two-hour class provides CPR instruction from instructors certified by the American Heart Association and covers infant safety, preparing for emergencies and basic parenting information.
- [5/9/16 - Infant Safety & CPR Class](https://boone.health/2015/01/16/5-9-16-infant-safety-cpr-class/) - This two-hour class provides CPR instruction from instructors certified by the American Heart Association and covers infant safety, preparing for emergencies and basic parenting information.
- [11/14/16 - Infant Safety & CPR Class](https://boone.health/2015/08/27/11-14-16-infant-safety-cpr-class/) - This two-hour class provides CPR instruction from instructors certified by the American Heart Association and covers infant safety, preparing for emergencies and basic parenting information.
- [10/24/16 - Infant Safety & CPR Class](https://boone.health/2015/08/27/10-24-16-infant-safety-cpr-class/) - This two-hour class provides CPR instruction from instructors certified by the American Heart Association and covers infant safety, preparing for emergencies and basic parenting information.
- [10/3/16 - Infant Safety & CPR Class](https://boone.health/2015/08/27/10-3-16-infant-safety-cpr-class/) - This two-hour class provides CPR instruction from instructors certified by the American Heart Association and covers infant safety, preparing for emergencies and basic parenting information.
- [9/19/16 - Infant Safety & CPR Class](https://boone.health/2015/01/16/9-19-16-infant-safety-cpr-class/) - This two-hour class provides CPR instruction from instructors certified by the American Heart Association and covers infant safety, preparing for emergencies and basic parenting information.
- [8/29/16 - Infant Safety & CPR Class](https://boone.health/2015/01/16/8-29-16-infant-safety-cpr-class/) - This two-hour class provides CPR instruction from instructors certified by the American Heart Association and covers infant safety, preparing for emergencies and basic parenting information.
- [Prepared Childbirth Classes - Series 3](https://boone.health/2015/08/27/prepared-childbirth-classes-series-3-5/) - This four-week course provides detailed childbirth preparation and individual attention in an environment that encourages discussion and questions. Topics include physical and emotional changes of pregnancy, labor and birth, cesarean birth, pain management, postpartum and newborn care, massage, breathing awareness and relaxation training.
- [Prepared Childbirth Classes - Series 1](https://boone.health/2015/08/27/prepared-childbirth-classes-series-1-5/) - This four-week course provides detailed childbirth preparation and individual attention in an environment that encourages discussion and questions. Topics include physical and emotional changes of pregnancy, labor and birth, cesarean birth, pain management, postpartum and newborn care, massage, breathing awareness and relaxation training.
- [12/19/16 - Infant Safety & CPR Class](https://boone.health/2015/08/27/12-19-16-infant-safety-cpr-class/) - This two-hour class provides CPR instruction from instructors certified by the American Heart Association and covers infant safety, preparing for emergencies and basic parenting information.
- [12/5/16 - Infant Safety & CPR Class](https://boone.health/2015/08/27/12-5-16-infant-safety-cpr-class/) - This two-hour class provides CPR instruction from instructors certified by the American Heart Association and covers infant safety, preparing for emergencies and basic parenting information.
- [12/5/16 - Infant Safety & CPR Class](https://boone.health/2015/08/27/12-5-16-infant-safety-cpr-class-2/) - This two-hour class provides CPR instruction from instructors certified by the American Heart Association and covers infant safety, preparing for emergencies and basic parenting information.
- [Prepared Childbirth Classes - Series 8](https://boone.health/2015/08/27/prepared-childbirth-classes-series-8-5/) - This four-week course provides detailed childbirth preparation and individual attention in an environment that encourages discussion and questions. Topics include physical and emotional changes of pregnancy, labor and birth, cesarean birth, pain management, postpartum and newborn care, massage, breathing awareness and relaxation training.
- [Prepared Childbirth Classes - Series 7](https://boone.health/2015/08/27/prepared-childbirth-classes-series-7-6/) - This four-week course provides detailed childbirth preparation and individual attention in an environment that encourages discussion and questions. Topics include physical and emotional changes of pregnancy, labor and birth, cesarean birth, pain management, postpartum and newborn care, massage, breathing awareness and relaxation training.
- [Prepared Childbirth Classes - Series 6](https://boone.health/2015/08/27/prepared-childbirth-classes-series-6-6/) - This four-week course provides detailed childbirth preparation and individual attention in an environment that encourages discussion and questions. Topics include physical and emotional changes of pregnancy, labor and birth, cesarean birth, pain management, postpartum and newborn care, massage, breathing awareness and relaxation training.
- [Prepared Childbirth Classes - Series 5](https://boone.health/2015/08/27/prepared-childbirth-classes-series-5-5/) - This four-week course provides detailed childbirth preparation and individual attention in an environment that encourages discussion and questions. Topics include physical and emotional changes of pregnancy, labor and birth, cesarean birth, pain management, postpartum and newborn care, massage, breathing awareness and relaxation training.
- [Prepared Childbirth Classes - Series 4](https://boone.health/2015/08/27/prepared-childbirth-classes-series-4-6/) - This four-week course provides detailed childbirth preparation and individual attention in an environment that encourages discussion and questions. Topics include physical and emotional changes of pregnancy, labor and birth, cesarean birth, pain management, postpartum and newborn care, massage, breathing awareness and relaxation training.
- [10/28/15 - Flu Shots & Health Screening](https://boone.health/2015/09/01/10-28-15-flu-shots-health-screening/) - Our Know Your Numbers mobile health unit will provide diabetes health screenings and flu shots at the Columbia Senior Activity Center. Flu shots are $25, health screening is free.
- [Prepared Childbirth Classes - Series 2](https://boone.health/2015/08/27/prepared-childbirth-classes-series-2-6/) - This four-week course provides detailed childbirth preparation and individual attention in an environment that encourages discussion and questions. Topics include physical and emotional changes of pregnancy, labor and birth, cesarean birth, pain management, postpartum and newborn care, massage, breathing awareness and relaxation training.
- [Prepared Childbirth Classes - Series 12](https://boone.health/2015/08/27/prepared-childbirth-classes-series-12-2/) - This four-week course provides detailed childbirth preparation and individual attention in an environment that encourages discussion and questions. Topics include physical and emotional changes of pregnancy, labor and birth, cesarean birth, pain management, postpartum and newborn care, massage, breathing awareness and relaxation training.
- [Prepared Childbirth Classes - Series 11](https://boone.health/2015/08/27/prepared-childbirth-classes-series-11-4/) - This four-week course provides detailed childbirth preparation and individual attention in an environment that encourages discussion and questions. Topics include physical and emotional changes of pregnancy, labor and birth, cesarean birth, pain management, postpartum and newborn care, massage, breathing awareness and relaxation training.
- [Prepared Childbirth Classes - Series 10](https://boone.health/2015/08/27/prepared-childbirth-classes-series-10-6/) - This four-week course provides detailed childbirth preparation and individual attention in an environment that encourages discussion and questions. Topics include physical and emotional changes of pregnancy, labor and birth, cesarean birth, pain management, postpartum and newborn care, massage, breathing awareness and relaxation training.
- [Grief Support Group](https://boone.health/2015/10/02/grief-support-group-5/) - Dealing with Grief Support Group, presented by Ken Greimann, Boone Hospital Home Care & Hospice chaplain. This support group is open to all community members who need support during the grief process..
- [10/29/15 - William Woods Know Your Numbers](https://boone.health/2015/04/15/10-29-15-william-woods-know-your-numbers/) - Our Know Your Numbers mobile health unit will provide free health screenings for cholesterol, blood pressure and BMI at William Woods College in Fulton, Mo.
- [September Employee of the Month helps others "be the best they can be"](https://boone.health/2015/09/09/september-employee-of-the-month-helps-others-be-the-best-they-can-be/) - Our September 2015 Employee of the Month, Melinda Boice, has been with Boone Hospital Center as a physical therapist for over 20 years.
- [Marinara Sauce](https://boone.health/2015/09/08/marinara-sauce/) - When I want to make marinara I look for Roma tomatoes because they have a lot of “meat” and less seeds and juice. But I personally think cherry tomatoes are the prettiest so I Instagram those...
- [Take A Break!](https://boone.health/2015/09/03/take-a-break/) - In 2012, Parade magazine ranked Columbia, Missouri No. 1 on its list of America’s Hardest Working Cities. While the people of mid-Missouri have a remarkable work ethic, there can be too much of a good thing — frequently working overtime and not taking days off actually results in less productivity, not more.
- [October Employee of the Month loves making connections at Boone](https://boone.health/2015/10/07/october-employee-of-the-month-loves-making-connections-at-boone/) - “I love people,” Cheryl Johnson says. “I love meeting people. I love working with people.” Cheryl is definitely in the right place -- as a telecommunications operator, she works with and assists internal and external callers and may talk to hundreds of people a day.
- [Grief Support Group](https://boone.health/2015/10/02/grief-support-group/) - Dealing with Grief Support Group, presented by Ken Greimann, Boone Hospital Home Care & Hospice chaplain. This support group is open to all community members who need support during the grief process..
- [Grief Support Group](https://boone.health/2015/10/02/grief-support-group-2/) - Dealing with Grief Support Group, presented by Ken Greimann, Boone Hospital Home Care & Hospice chaplain. This support group is open to all community members who need support during the grief process..
- [Grief Support Group](https://boone.health/2015/10/02/grief-support-group-3/) - Dealing with Grief Support Group, presented by Ken Greimann, Boone Hospital Home Care & Hospice chaplain. This support group is open to all community members who need support during the grief process..
- [Grief Support Group](https://boone.health/2015/10/02/grief-support-group-4/) - Dealing with Grief Support Group, presented by Ken Greimann, Boone Hospital Home Care & Hospice chaplain. This support group is open to all community members who need support during the grief process..
- [Weight Loss Seminar - 2/22/16](https://boone.health/2015/01/15/weight-loss-seminar-2-22-16/) - Boone Hospital Center offers a comprehensive and multi-disciplinary Weight Loss Surgery Program. All interested weight loss surgery candidates are required to attend a seminar before proceeding or consulting with a surgeon.
- [Weight Loss Seminar - 2/6/16](https://boone.health/2015/01/15/weight-loss-seminar-2-6-16/) - Boone Hospital Center offers a comprehensive and multi-disciplinary Weight Loss Surgery Program. All interested weight loss surgery candidates are required to attend a seminar before proceeding or consulting with a surgeon.
- [Weight Loss Seminar - 1/25/16](https://boone.health/2015/01/15/weight-loss-seminar-1-25-16/) - Boone Hospital Center offers a comprehensive and multi-disciplinary Weight Loss Surgery Program. All interested weight loss surgery candidates are required to attend a seminar before proceeding or consulting with a surgeon.
- [Weight Loss Seminar - 1/9/16](https://boone.health/2015/01/15/weight-loss-seminar-1-9-16/) - Boone Hospital Center offers a comprehensive and multi-disciplinary Weight Loss Surgery Program. All interested weight loss surgery candidates are required to attend a seminar before proceeding or consulting with a surgeon.
- [Slashing Sodium](https://boone.health/2015/10/22/slashing-sodium/) - Ever wonder why you can’t stop thinking about a specific food, like a juicy cheeseburger or fries? Your body craves what you eat, so the more you eat certain foods, the more you potentially crave them. Often we crave foods that are laden with fat, sugar and sodium.
- [Weight Loss Seminar - 5/7/16](https://boone.health/2015/01/15/weight-loss-seminar-5-7-16/) - Boone Hospital Center offers a comprehensive and multi-disciplinary Weight Loss Surgery Program. All interested weight loss surgery candidates are required to attend a seminar before proceeding or consulting with a surgeon.
- [Weight Loss Seminar - 4/23/16](https://boone.health/2015/01/15/weight-loss-seminar-4-23-16/) - Boone Hospital Center offers a comprehensive and multi-disciplinary Weight Loss Surgery Program. All interested weight loss surgery candidates are required to attend a seminar before proceeding or consulting with a surgeon.
- [Weight Loss Seminar - 3/21/16](https://boone.health/2015/01/15/weight-loss-seminar-3-21-16/) - Boone Hospital Center offers a comprehensive and multi-disciplinary Weight Loss Surgery Program. All interested weight loss surgery candidates are required to attend a seminar before proceeding or consulting with a surgeon.
- [Weight Loss Seminar - 4/5/2016](https://boone.health/2015/01/15/weight-loss-seminar-4-5-2016/) - Boone Hospital Center offers a comprehensive and multi-disciplinary Weight Loss Surgery Program. All interested weight loss surgery candidates are required to attend a seminar before proceeding or consulting with a surgeon.
- [Weight Loss Seminar - 3/5/16](https://boone.health/2015/01/15/weight-loss-seminar-3-5-16/) - Boone Hospital Center offers a comprehensive and multi-disciplinary Weight Loss Surgery Program. All interested weight loss surgery candidates are required to attend a seminar before proceeding or consulting with a surgeon.
- [Weight Loss Seminar - 8/6/16](https://boone.health/2015/01/15/weight-loss-seminar-8-6-16/) - Boone Hospital Center offers a comprehensive and multi-disciplinary Weight Loss Surgery Program. All interested weight loss surgery candidates are required to attend a seminar before proceeding or consulting with a surgeon.
- [Weight Loss Seminar - 7/25/16](https://boone.health/2015/01/15/weight-loss-seminar-7-25-16/) - Boone Hospital Center offers a comprehensive and multi-disciplinary Weight Loss Surgery Program. All interested weight loss surgery candidates are required to attend a seminar before proceeding or consulting with a surgeon.
- [Weight Loss Seminar - 7/9/16](https://boone.health/2015/01/15/weight-loss-seminar-7-9-16/) - Boone Hospital Center offers a comprehensive and multi-disciplinary Weight Loss Surgery Program. All interested weight loss surgery candidates are required to attend a seminar before proceeding or consulting with a surgeon.
- [Weight Loss Seminar - 6/27/16](https://boone.health/2015/01/15/weight-loss-seminar-6-27-16/) - Boone Hospital Center offers a comprehensive and multi-disciplinary Weight Loss Surgery Program. All interested weight loss surgery candidates are required to attend a seminar before proceeding or consulting with a surgeon.
- [Weight Loss Seminar - 5/23/16](https://boone.health/2015/01/15/weight-loss-seminar-5-23-16/) - Boone Hospital Center offers a comprehensive and multi-disciplinary Weight Loss Surgery Program. All interested weight loss surgery candidates are required to attend a seminar before proceeding or consulting with a surgeon.
- [Weight Loss Seminar - 11/12/16](https://boone.health/2015/01/15/weight-loss-seminar-11-12-16/) - Boone Hospital Center offers a comprehensive and multi-disciplinary Weight Loss Surgery Program. All interested weight loss surgery candidates are required to attend a seminar before proceeding or consulting with a surgeon.
- [Weight Loss Seminar - 10/8/16](https://boone.health/2015/01/15/weight-loss-seminar-10-8-16/) - Boone Hospital Center offers a comprehensive and multi-disciplinary Weight Loss Surgery Program. All interested weight loss surgery candidates are required to attend a seminar before proceeding or consulting with a surgeon.
- [Weight Loss Seminar - 9/24/16](https://boone.health/2015/01/15/weight-loss-seminar-9-24-16/) - Boone Hospital Center offers a comprehensive and multi-disciplinary Weight Loss Surgery Program. All interested weight loss surgery candidates are required to attend a seminar before proceeding or consulting with a surgeon.
- [Weight Loss Seminar - 9/6/16](https://boone.health/2015/01/15/weight-loss-seminar-9-6-16/) - Boone Hospital Center offers a comprehensive and multi-disciplinary Weight Loss Surgery Program. All interested weight loss surgery candidates are required to attend a seminar before proceeding or consulting with a surgeon.
- [Weight Loss Seminar - 8/22/16](https://boone.health/2015/01/15/weight-loss-seminar-8-22-16/) - Boone Hospital Center offers a comprehensive and multi-disciplinary Weight Loss Surgery Program. All interested weight loss surgery candidates are required to attend a seminar before proceeding or consulting with a surgeon.
- [Double The Love](https://boone.health/2015/11/12/double-the-love/) - When Brandy and Michael Wheat found out they were having twins, they were ecstatic. Brandy has twins on both her mother’s and father’s sides of the family, so they knew there was a strong possibility they would welcome two bundles of joy instead of one.
- [Reel Compassion](https://boone.health/2015/11/07/reel-compassion/) - You couldn’t have asked for a better summer day. It was July 12, and the high was forecast to be in the 80s. There wasn’t a cloud in the sky. Days like this are a gift in the midst of the sweltering Missouri summer, and Jeff Troyer of Jacksonville knew exactly how he wanted to spend it — fishing with his grandson Tyler at Rothwell Park in Moberly.
- [Partners In Health: Charlie and Kathy Digges](https://boone.health/2015/10/30/partners-in-health-charlie-and-kathy-digges/) - Most 96-years-olds aren’t taking float trips and golfing on a regular basis, but Charlie Digges isn’t your average 96-year-old. Charlie and his wife, Kathy, work out every day they can, either at their local gym or by taking walks near their home.
- [Weight Loss Seminar - 12/12/16](https://boone.health/2015/01/15/weight-loss-seminar-12-12-16/) - Boone Hospital Center offers a comprehensive and multi-disciplinary Weight Loss Surgery Program. All interested weight loss surgery candidates are required to attend a seminar before proceeding or consulting with a surgeon.
- [Weight Loss Seminar - 11/28/16](https://boone.health/2015/01/15/weight-loss-seminar-11-28-16/) - Boone Hospital Center offers a comprehensive and multi-disciplinary Weight Loss Surgery Program. All interested weight loss surgery candidates are required to attend a seminar before proceeding or consulting with a surgeon.
- [November Employee Of The Month Has Enjoyed Seeing The GI Lab Grow](https://boone.health/2015/11/18/november-employee-of-the-month-has-enjoyed-seeing-the-gi-lab-grow/) - As a staff and charge nurse in the GI lab, Kathy Reller works with physicians, technicians and other nurses on highly specialized procedures to diagnose and treat gastrointestinal conditions. Her job requires a high degree of skill and knowledge, and it also requires care, compassion and discretion for the people who need these procedures.
- [Hope & Encouragement](https://boone.health/2015/11/18/hope-encouragement/) - As 84-year-old Joan Camp laid in her hospital bed waiting to become the first patient in mid-Missouri to receive a CardioMEMS device, it wasn’t fear or anxiety she was feeling; it was hope and encouragement.
- [11/20/2015 - Flu Vaccinations](https://boone.health/2015/09/01/11-20-2015-flu-vaccinations/) - No appointment necessary. Flu shots will be given on a first come, first served basis.
- [11/19/2015 - Flu Vaccinations](https://boone.health/2015/09/01/11-19-2015-flu-vaccinations/) - No appointment necessary. Flu shots will be given on a first come, first served basis.
- [Thanksgiving Holiday Hours & Closures](https://boone.health/2015/11/26/thanksgiving-holiday-hours-closures-2/) - Boone Hospital Center is open 365 days a year to serve our community, however, some of our services and clinics will be closed for the Thanksgiving holiday.
- [Are You Game?](https://boone.health/2015/12/17/are-you-game/) - High school athletics consumes a major amount of time for many families. To put it in perspective, more than 60 percent of high school students in Missouri are involved in high school athletics. It’s a great way to get engaged and be active, but also can result in injury. There are many ways to keep your children safe while they are involved in sports. Safety is a matter of understanding possible risks and taking the recommended safety precautions.
- [When Care Can’t Wait](https://boone.health/2015/12/17/when-care-cant-wait/) - Even when we take good preventive care of ourselves, unexpected injuries and illnesses will happen. Fortunately, Boone Hospital Center and Boone Medical Group are here for you and your family, with many options for same-day medical care, including primary care providers, convenient care and our hospital’s emergency department.
- [2016 Heart Fair](https://boone.health/2015/02/02/2016-heart-fair/) - With our 16th annual Heart Fair, Boone Hospital Center continues its commitment to improving the health of the people and communities we serve.
- [1/11/16 - Boonville Health Screening](https://boone.health/2015/04/15/1-11-16-boonville-health-screening/) - Boone Hospital Center will provide free health screenings for cholesterol, blood glucose, blood pressure, BMI and body composition at Boonslick Heartland YMCA in Boonville, Mo.
- [The Skinny On Dieting](https://boone.health/2015/12/22/the-skinny-on-dieting/) - Fad diets surround us on social media, on magazine covers in the checkout aisle, on radio ads, on TV talk shows, and in books written by celebrities. They can be hard to ignore if you want to achieve a healthy weight. To figure out which popular weight loss diets are sensible and which are less so, we asked Boone Hospital WELLAWARE registered dietitians Jennifer Anderson (listed as JA), Kelsie Knerr (KK) and Jennifer Tveitnes (JT) for their views.
- [6/23/16 - Skin Cancer Screening](https://boone.health/2016/01/13/6-23-16-skin-cancer-screening/) - Free skin cancer screenings will be performed on our Know Your Numbers mobile health unit. Advance registration is required.
- [6/21/16 - Skin Cancer Screening](https://boone.health/2016/01/13/6-21-16-skin-cancer-screening/) - Free skin cancer screenings will be performed on our Know Your Numbers mobile health unit. Advance registration is required.
- [5/26/16 - Skin Cancer Screening](https://boone.health/2016/01/13/5-26-16-skin-cancer-screening/) - Free skin cancer screenings will be performed on our Know Your Numbers mobile health unit. Advance registration is required.
- [5/24/16 - Skin Cancer Screening](https://boone.health/2016/01/13/5-24-16-skin-cancer-screening/) - Free skin cancer screenings will be performed on our Know Your Numbers mobile health unit. Advance registration is required.
- [Mid-MO Ostomy Support Group](https://boone.health/2016/01/11/mid-mo-ostomy-support-group/) - March 15th, 6-7 pm, Boone Hospital Conference Center room 1C
- [8/18/16 - Skin Cancer Screening](https://boone.health/2016/01/13/8-18-16-skin-cancer-screening/) - Free skin cancer screenings will be performed on our Know Your Numbers mobile health unit. Advance registration is required.
- [8/16/16 - Skin Cancer Screening](https://boone.health/2016/01/13/8-16-16-skin-cancer-screening/) - Free skin cancer screenings will be performed on our Know Your Numbers mobile health unit. Advance registration is required.
- [7/21/16 - Skin Cancer Screening](https://boone.health/2016/01/13/7-21-16-skin-cancer-screening/) - Free skin cancer screenings will be performed on our Know Your Numbers mobile health unit. Advance registration is required.
- [7/19/16 - Skin Cancer Screening](https://boone.health/2016/01/13/7-19-16-skin-cancer-screening/) - Free skin cancer screenings will be performed on our Know Your Numbers mobile health unit. Advance registration is required.
- [4/5/16 - Shelby County Skin Cancer Screening](https://boone.health/2016/01/13/4-5-16-shelby-county-skin-cancer-screening/) - Free skin cancer screenings will be performed at the Shelby County Health Department in Shelbyville, Mo. Advance registration is required for these screenings.
- [Valentine’s Day Treats](https://boone.health/2016/02/02/valentines-day-treats/) - At the end of every year, we navigate our way through the holiday season, constantly attempting to dodge the food that is thrown our way. They pass, and New Year's Resolutions come, where we adamantly dedicate ourselves to healthy habits. By the end of January, we are finally getting back on track. Then comes Valentine's Day.
- [3/07/16 - Columbia Know Your Numbers](https://boone.health/2015/04/15/3-07-16-columbia-know-your-numbers/) - Our Know Your Numbers mobile health unit will provide free health screenings for cholesterol, blood pressure, body composition and BMI on our Know Your Numbers mobile health unit at Central Missouri Food Bank in Columbia. No registration is required.
- [2016 Cancer Prevention Fair](https://boone.health/2015/01/09/2016-cancer-prevention-fair/) - Meet with Boone Hospital Center health care professionals to learn more about cancer detection and prevention. Free cancer screenings will be offered.
- [Be Mindful of Mindless Eating](https://boone.health/2016/02/11/be-mindful-of-mindless-eating/) - Mindless eating is a part of most everyone's lives -- and even an extra 100 to 200 calories a day can add up. The little extra treats that we sneak throughout the day are more significant than we realize. Fortunately, small changes in your habits and environment can make a big difference!
- [5/19/16 - Montgomery City Skin Cancer Screening](https://boone.health/2016/01/13/5-19-16-montgomery-city-skin-cancer-screening/) - Free skin cancer screenings will be performed at the Montgomery County Health Department in Montgomery City, Mo.. Advance registration is required.
- [Ralls County A1C Screening - 6/30/16](https://boone.health/2016/02/24/ralls-county-a1c-screening-6-30-16/) - Boone Hospital Center will provide free A1C hemoglobin, blood pressure and body composition screenings at Ralls County Health Department in New London. Mo. No appointment is required for A1C screenings.
- [Childbirth in a Day Class](https://boone.health/2015/08/13/childbirth-in-a-day-class/) - Designed to offer detailed childbirth preparation in a small group setting, this class provides individual attention in an environment that encourages discussion and questions. Topics include physical and emotional changes of pregnancy, labor and birth, cesarean birth, pain management, postpartum and newborn care, massage, breathing awareness and relaxation training.
- [Boone Medical Group’s Dr. Addison Named Top 20 Under 40](https://boone.health/2016/02/19/boone-medical-groups-dr-addison-named-top-20-under-40/) - Boone Medical Group congratulates Sonya Addison, MD, for being named one of Columbia Business Times’ 2016 20 Under 40.
- [Got The Winter  Blues?](https://boone.health/2016/02/16/got-the-winter-blues/) - After the excitement of the holidays is over, it’s normal to feel underwhelmed returning to the daily grind, especially with several months of cold winter weather ahead of us. But some people feel more than a post-holiday letdown. For people with Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), the change of seasons brings a change of mood.
- [2016 Diabetes Fair](https://boone.health/2016/02/25/2016-diabetes-fair/) - Come enjoy a day of education and fun at a fair dedicated to helping you learn how to manage your diabetes and live your life to the fullest.
- [How About These Apples?](https://boone.health/2016/03/02/how-about-these-apples/) - WELLAWARE registered dietitian Kelsie Knerr shows how making healthy choices can be easy and fun.
- [Losing Weight, Gaining Confidence](https://boone.health/2016/02/29/losing-weight-gaining-confidence/) - Christi Blauvelt says her sleeve gastrectomy was "not a magic trick – This is a change in life."
- [Boone Family Birthplace Achieves High Care Standards](https://boone.health/2016/02/26/boone-family-birthplace-achieves-high-care-standards/) - We are excited to celebrate excellence in women’s health care at Boone Hospital Center, as evidenced by our remarkable achievements of zero early elective deliveries and zero abdominal hysterectomy surgical site infections throughout 2015.
- [A Lifetime Of Care](https://boone.health/2016/03/11/a-lifetime-of-care/) - Harold Price was born with a coarctation — a narrowing of the aorta that prevents the main blood vessel from carrying oxygenated blood from the heart to the body. This complication ended up being just one of many health difficulties has Harold has faced throughout his 69-year life.
- [Senior Expo 2016 - Mexico Family Area YMCA](https://boone.health/2016/03/08/senior-expo-2016-mexico-family-area-ymca/) - Boone Hospital Center WELLAWARE will provide free blood pressure, BMI and A1C hemoglobin screenings at Senior Expo 2016 at the Mexico Family Area YMCA in Mexico, Mo.
- [2016 Spring Jewelry Sale](https://boone.health/2016/03/16/2016-spring-jewelry-sale/) - Join us in the main lobby for the 2016 Spring Jewelry Sale! Proceeds benefit the Boone Hospital Center Foundation.
- [Annual Golf Tournament](https://boone.health/2016/03/16/annual-golf-tournament-2/) - Join us for the annual Boone Hospital Foundation Golf Tournament!
- [Spring Book Sale](https://boone.health/2016/03/16/spring-book-sale/) - Join us in the main lobby for the 2016 Spring Book Sale! Proceeds benefit the Boone Hospital Center Foundation.
- [Uniform Sale](https://boone.health/2016/03/16/uniform-sale/) - Join us in the lobby for the uniform sale! Proceeds benefit the Boone Hospital Center Foundation.
- [Uniform Sale](https://boone.health/2016/03/16/uniform-sale-2/) - Join us in the main lobby for the 2016 Uniform Sale! Proceeds benefit the Boone Hospital Center Foundation.
- [Understanding Food Allergies](https://boone.health/2016/03/18/understanding-food-allergies/) - Food allergies are a health problem with increasing prevalence over the last three decades. According to the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Disease, food allergies affect approximately 5 percent of children and 4 percent of adults in the United States.
- [Fall Uniform Sale](https://boone.health/2016/03/16/fall-uniform-sale/) - Join us in the main lobby for the fall uniform sale! Proceeds benefit the Boone Hospital Foundation.
- [Boone Hospital Center Foundation Gala](https://boone.health/2016/03/16/boone-hospital-center-foundation-gala/)
- [6/14/16 - Boone County Family Resources Health Screening](https://boone.health/2016/03/28/6-14-16-boone-county-family-resources-health-screening/) - Our Know Your Numbers mobile health unit will provide free health screenings for cholesterol, blood pressure and BMI at Boone County Family Resources in Columbia. No registration is required.
- [Sending A Message](https://boone.health/2016/03/22/sending-a-message/) - Jeff Bergman’s life is dedicated to living and working at his fullest potential — and helping others do the same. His background in the arenas of public speaking and human potential has positioned him to inspire individuals and organizations to create a culture of greatness.
- [Meet the WELLAWARE Fitness Center’s “Social Director”](https://boone.health/2016/04/05/meet-the-wellaware-fitness-centers-social-director/) - If you work out at Boone Hospital’s WELLAWARE Fitness Center, chances are you know Lois Sellmeyer. Lois is 92 and has worked out at the gym three days a week for the last 17 years. She is known for her outgoing and friendly demeanor and has made lots of friends during her time at the gym. She’s even been nicknamed the “social director” by WELLAWARE staff.
- [Healthy Eating: Am I Doing It Right?](https://boone.health/2016/03/29/healthy-eating-am-i-doing-it-right/) - A healthy, balanced diet isn’t just good for weight loss; it can give you energy, keep your body in good working condition and enhance your workouts. You may have resolved to eat healthier this year but don’t know where to begin or what you really need to do to eat healthy. Boone Hospital WELLAWARE registered dietitians Jennifer Anderson (listed as JA), Kelsie Knerr (KK) and Jennifer Tveitnes (JT) answered our questions.
- [4/4/16 - Boonslick Heartland YMCA Health Screening](https://boone.health/2016/03/28/4-4-16-boonslick-heartland-ymca-health-screening/) - Boone Hospital Center WELLAWARE will provide free health screenings for cholesterol, blood pressure and BMI at Boonslick Heartland YMCA in Boonville, Mo. No registration is required.
- [6/28/16 - Food Pantry A1C Health Screenings](https://boone.health/2016/03/28/6-28-16-food-pantry-a1c-health-screenings/) - Our Know Your Numbers mobile health unit will provide free health screenings for hemoglobin A1C, blood pressure and BMI at The Food Pantry in Columbia. No registration is required.
- [The Foundation C.A.R.E.s](https://boone.health/2016/04/11/the-foundation-c-a-r-e-s/) - Shirley Brown had been in pain for a year when she was recommended to visit orthopedic surgeon Benjamin Holt, MD. What started as a dull hip pain had progressed to at times excruciating pain.
- [7/9/16 - Columbia ARC A1C Health Screenings](https://boone.health/2016/03/28/7-9-16-columbia-arc-a1c-health-screenings/) - Our Know Your Numbers mobile health unit will provide free health screenings for hemoglobin A1C, blood pressure and body composition at Activity & Recreation Center (ARC) in Columbia. No fasting or registration is required.
- [Above the Bar](https://boone.health/2016/04/26/above-the-bar/) - Breakfast bars can taste just like cookies, but are they a healthy breakfast option? WELLAWARE dietetics intern Lori Bohnenstiehl finds out.
- [Cancer Survivors Luncheon](https://boone.health/2015/05/13/cancer-survivors-luncheon-2/)
- [Have Your Bread – And Eat It, Too!](https://boone.health/2016/04/12/have-your-bread-and-eat-it-too/) - Most people find themselves asking “Should I eat bread?” Boone Hospital WELLAWARE dietetics intern Sherry Mankofsky has the answer.
- [Hospital Opens Three New Operating Rooms](https://boone.health/2016/05/02/hospital-opens-three-new-operating-rooms/) - Boone Hospital Center opened three new cardiovascular operating rooms, including a hybrid room equipped with an advanced medical imaging device that allows diagnostic imaging during complex surgical procedures.
- [Savor the Flavor of Eating Right](https://boone.health/2016/05/02/savor-the-flavor-of-eating-right/) - Herbs and spices can add extra flavor to your favorite dishes, without adding extra calories, sodium or fat.
- [Enjoy this Easy Asian Kale Salad Recipe!](https://boone.health/2016/05/05/enjoy-this-easy-asian-kale-salad-recipe/) - Boone Hospital WELLAWARE registered dietitian Kelsie Knerr demonstrated how to make this delicious Asian kale salad and dressing at our April 30 Cancer Prevention Fair. If you missed her demo, don't worry; she'll give you the recipe!
- [Eating Organic on a Budget](https://boone.health/2016/05/20/eating-organic-on-a-budget/) - Buying organic fruits and vegetables can cost more, but are they worth the extra cost? Boone Hospital Center WELLAWARE registered dietitian Jennifer Tveitnes helps you figure out how to enjoy the benefits of organic produce while minding your grocery budget.
- [Get Strong, Stay Strong](https://boone.health/2016/05/16/get-strong-stay-strong/) - The words women and weightlifting may make you picture female professional bodybuilders posing in a competition. But muscles are made for more than flexing; you literally couldn’t get out of bed without them. Our muscles help us do so much that it’s easy to take them for granted.
- [Touching Hearts Close To Home](https://boone.health/2016/05/09/touching-hearts-close-to-home/) - The second you meet 6-year-old Olive Werth, you can’t help but smile. This little girl will look you right in the eye, give you a toothy grin, and then giggle with delight at meeting a new friend. But this energetic first grader wasn’t always so lively. Her mother, Katie, describes her as “quiet and serene” during her first few months of life.
- [Flashback](https://boone.health/2016/06/01/flashback/) - Last May, Teresa Wren’s life nearly ended in three brief flashes. First, she remembers waking up in the middle of the night. She felt hot. So she stood up, turned down the air conditioner in her Columbia home and went back to bed. In the next scene, it was morning. Her husband, Charles, was standing at the bedroom door. “Are you going to get up?” he asked. Teresa didn’t respond. Her final vision was her daughter, Lexi, standing over her — just for a moment. Then black.
- [Quick Action](https://boone.health/2016/05/23/quick-action/) - It was just your average Sunday. Glen Frerichs went up front and gave the announcements at his church, Trinity Lutheran, where he serves as an elder. He then went back to his seat and sat next to his wife, Kathy. The first hymn began to play and the church erupted into song. For the last verse of the hymn, the congregation rose from their seats, but when Glen got up, he knew something wasn’t right. A wave of dizziness hit him — and that’s the last Glen remembers of that morning until he awoke in the emergency room.
- [Protein Power](https://boone.health/2016/06/22/protein-power/) - We hear a lot about protein these days, and protein can be found in all kinds of ways at the supermarket. Protein is a vital nutrient, but how important is it?
- [Heart Disease In Women](https://boone.health/2016/06/14/heart-disease-in-women/) - In the movies, men get heart attacks, women get their hearts broken. But reality is harsher — according to the American Heart Association, 1 in 3 women in the United States die of cardiovascular disease and stroke each year. (By comparison, 1 in 31 American women die annually of breast cancer.)
- [Composer Shares Joy with Patients](https://boone.health/2016/06/09/composer-shares-joy-with-patients/) - Grayson Neate Kabler was 60 years old when she discovered her greatest passion. The third-generation Columbia business owner spent years working in her family’s store, Neates, at Ninth and Broadway. She was also an equestrian, travel agent and, most importantly, a loving caregiver for her husband, Kary Kabler. Kary lived with multiple sclerosis for more than 40 years and required around-the-clock care. It was during this time that Grayson began to look for something she could do in their home ... something creative.
- [9/8/16 - Nifong Medical Plaza Health Screening](https://boone.health/2016/07/11/9-8-16-nifong-medical-plaza-health-screening/) - Boone Hospital Center WELLAWARE will provide free health screenings for cholesterol, blood glucose, blood pressure and body composition at Nifong Medical Plaza in south Columbia. No registration is required.
- [Small Things Make a Big Difference](https://boone.health/2016/07/06/small-things-make-a-big-difference/) - WELLAWARE registered dietitian Kelsie Knerr shares the impact a basil plant has made on her life -- and a recipe for pesto!
- [Family meals make vacation memorable](https://boone.health/2016/06/29/family-meals-make-vacation-memorable/) - Boone Hospital WELLAWARE dietitian Kelsie Knerr loves cooking with her family while on vacation. It brings families together, encourages healthy eating and can save you money. Try her cashew chicken recipe tonight!
- [Boone Family Birthplace NICU 20th Anniversary Reunion](https://boone.health/2016/08/02/boone-family-birthplace-nicu-20th-anniversary-reunion/) - Boone Family Birthplace's neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) invites all NICU graduates and their families to celebrate our 20th birthday.
- [A satisfying summertime supper](https://boone.health/2016/07/14/a-satisfying-summertime-supper/) - WELLAWARE registered dietitian Kelsie Knerr shares a home-tested, healthy and delicious recipe for grilled chicken and salad with lemon hummus dressing.
- [Labor Day Service and Clinic Hours](https://boone.health/2016/09/03/labor-day-service-and-clinic-hours-3/) - Boone Hospital Center is open 365 days a year to serve our community, however, some of our services and clinics will be closed on Monday, September 5. Have a happy, safe holiday weekend!
- [If Constant Worry Makes Life Difficult, It Could Be An Anxiety Disorder](https://boone.health/2016/08/30/if-constant-worry-makes-life-difficult-it-could-be-an-anxiety-disorder/) - We all feel anxious when taking a final exam or waiting on potentially bad news. Our body automatically responds when we feel scared or threatened, preparing us to fight or to run from danger. Occasional anxiety is a survival instinct that served our ancestors well. We may not have run-ins with charging mammoths these days, but this response still works.
- [ECLS Saves Man Suffering From A Blood Clot In The Heart](https://boone.health/2016/08/19/ecls-saves-man-suffering-from-a-blood-clot-in-the-heart/) - “If that machine wasn’t here, I probably wouldn’t be alive!” says Donald Becker when asked about his recent recovery from a blood clot in the heart vessel.
- [Supportive Care Program Encourages Patient Through Decades Of Hospitalizations](https://boone.health/2016/08/11/supportive-care-program-encourages-patient-through-decades-of-hospitalizations/) - "When I am hospitalized, it can be a scary. Boone does everything it can to make things better for me. I’m Catholic, and I appreciate having a priest come to my bed and praying with me during my stay and even bring me communion,” says Cindy. “I also love how the volunteers bring me cards from my family and friends during my stay. I hold them close to me while I sleep and they make me feel so much better. I even get massages and manicures right in my hospital bed! There is nothing like human touch to make you feel better when you are ill. This is a very special place.”
- [Giving Back](https://boone.health/2016/09/09/giving-back/) - If you walk into Boone Hospital Center’s lobby, you may see Charlie Gibbens extending a warm smile while wearing his signature volunteer red vest. He’ll probably ask you if you need any help finding your way and offer you a hug if you look like you need one.
- [Overcoming Odds](https://boone.health/2016/09/20/overcoming-odds/) - Patient care tech Deontae Curtis is one of the faces of Boone Hospital. Staff love him for his hard-working spirit and dedication to the job. Patients love him for his overwhelming kindness and compassion. So when Deontae broke his neck last year playing football, there wasn’t a dry eye in the hospital.
- [10/14/16 - Mature Living Festival Screening](https://boone.health/2016/09/12/10-14-16-mature-living-festival-screening/) - Boone Hospital Center WELLAWARE will provide free health screenings for cholesterol, blood glucose, blood pressure and body composition at the Mature Living Festival on Friday, Oct. 14. No registration is required.
- [10/14/16 - Mature Living Festival Screening](https://boone.health/2016/09/13/10-14-16-mature-living-festival-screening-2/) - Boone Hospital Center WELLAWARE will provide free health screenings for cholesterol, blood glucose, blood pressure and body composition at the Mature Living Festival on Friday, Oct. 14. No registration is required.
- [9/16/16 - Go Red for Women Screening](https://boone.health/2016/07/11/9-16-16-go-red-for-women-screening/) - Boone Hospital Center WELLAWARE will provide free health screenings for cholesterol, blood glucose, blood pressure and body composition at the AHA Go Red for Women luncheon on September 16. No registration is required.
- [Weighted Questions](https://boone.health/2016/09/13/weighted-questions/) - Anyone who’s made an effort to lose weight is familiar with the flood of well-meaning advice from family and friends. Unfortunately, good intentions don’t always mean good information, particularly when it comes to advice about weight loss surgery.
- [Better Beginnings with Breastfeeding](https://boone.health/2016/10/25/better-beginnings-with-breastfeeding/) - Breastfeeding offers benefits for mother and baby. While breastfeeding is natural, it is a learned skill. This class is designed to provide breastfeeding education, support and guidance.
- [Gynecologic Oncologist Sara Crowder, MD Ranks In Top One Percent Worldwide](https://boone.health/2016/10/19/gynecologic-oncologist-sara-crowder-md-ranks-in-top-one-percent-worldwide/) - Gynecologic oncologist Sara Crowder, MD recently performed her 1,000th surgery using the da Vinci surgical system. For the past two years, Dr. Crowder has performed more of these types of surgeries than anyone else in Missouri and is in the top one percent worldwide. Boone Hospital Center acquired the da Vinci system, which offers 3D imaging and 360-degree movement of instruments, in 2011. It allows surgeries to be minimally invasive, leading to shorter hospital stays and quicker recovery times.
- [Making Big Plans](https://boone.health/2016/10/11/making-big-plans/) - Like many new parents, Jenna and Tim Mitchell knew they had a lot to learn as they awaited the birth of their daughter — including the need to research options for the birth itself. After talking to friends and learning about possible choices, Jenna decided she wanted a low-intervention childbirth experience.
- [Delivering Hope](https://boone.health/2016/10/05/delivering-hope/) - At the moment of her birth, Hope already had a head of dark brown hair. All her features were tiny and beautiful — ears, nose, fingers. Her parents noticed her second toe was a bit longer than her big toe — just like her dad.
- [Fresh Choices](https://boone.health/2016/09/27/fresh-choices/) - If you’ve eaten any fresh fruits or vegetables at Boone Hospital Center, as a patient or visitor, you may have noticed them tasting extra crisp and flavorful. But you probably didn’t know they were grown right here in the Columbia area.
- [4/17/17 - Better Beginnings with Breastfeeding](https://boone.health/2016/10/25/4-17-17-better-beginnings-with-breastfeeding/) - Breastfeeding offers benefits for mother and baby. While breastfeeding is natural, it is a learned skill. This class is designed to provide breastfeeding education, support and guidance.
- [3/27/17 - Better Beginnings with Breastfeeding](https://boone.health/2016/10/25/3-27-17-better-beginnings-with-breastfeeding/) - Breastfeeding offers benefits for mother and baby. While breastfeeding is natural, it is a learned skill. This class is designed to provide breastfeeding education, support and guidance.
- [3/6/17 - Better Beginnings with Breastfeeding](https://boone.health/2016/10/25/3-6-17-better-beginnings-with-breastfeeding/) - Breastfeeding offers benefits for mother and baby. While breastfeeding is natural, it is a learned skill. This class is designed to provide breastfeeding education, support and guidance.
- [2/13/17 - Better Beginnings with Breastfeeding](https://boone.health/2016/10/25/2-13-17-better-beginnings-with-breastfeeding/) - Breastfeeding offers benefits for mother and baby. While breastfeeding is natural, it is a learned skill. This class is designed to provide breastfeeding education, support and guidance.
- [1/16/17 - Better Beginnings with Breastfeeding](https://boone.health/2016/10/25/1-16-17-better-beginnings-with-breastfeeding/) - Breastfeeding offers benefits for mother and baby. While breastfeeding is natural, it is a learned skill. This class is designed to provide breastfeeding education, support and guidance.
- [8/7/17 - Better Beginnings with Breastfeeding](https://boone.health/2016/10/25/8-7-17-better-beginnings-with-breastfeeding/) - Breastfeeding offers benefits for mother and baby. While breastfeeding is natural, it is a learned skill. This class is designed to provide breastfeeding education, support and guidance.
- [7/17/17 - Better Beginnings with Breastfeeding](https://boone.health/2016/10/25/7-17-17-better-beginnings-with-breastfeeding/) - Breastfeeding offers benefits for mother and baby. While breastfeeding is natural, it is a learned skill. This class is designed to provide breastfeeding education, support and guidance.
- [6/12/17 - Better Beginnings with Breastfeeding](https://boone.health/2016/10/25/6-12-17-better-beginnings-with-breastfeeding/) - Breastfeeding offers benefits for mother and baby. While breastfeeding is natural, it is a learned skill. This class is designed to provide breastfeeding education, support and guidance.
- [5/22/17 - Better Beginnings with Breastfeeding](https://boone.health/2016/10/25/5-22-17-better-beginnings-with-breastfeeding/) - Breastfeeding offers benefits for mother and baby. While breastfeeding is natural, it is a learned skill. This class is designed to provide breastfeeding education, support and guidance.
- [5/1/17 - Better Beginnings with Breastfeeding](https://boone.health/2016/10/25/5-1-17-better-beginnings-with-breastfeeding/) - Breastfeeding offers benefits for mother and baby. While breastfeeding is natural, it is a learned skill. This class is designed to provide breastfeeding education, support and guidance.
- [11/20/17 - Better Beginnings with Breastfeeding](https://boone.health/2016/10/25/11-20-17-better-beginnings-with-breastfeeding/) - Breastfeeding offers benefits for mother and baby. While breastfeeding is natural, it is a learned skill. This class is designed to provide breastfeeding education, support and guidance.
- [10/30/17 - Better Beginnings with Breastfeeding](https://boone.health/2016/10/25/10-30-17-better-beginnings-with-breastfeeding/) - Breastfeeding offers benefits for mother and baby. While breastfeeding is natural, it is a learned skill. This class is designed to provide breastfeeding education, support and guidance.
- [10/9/17 - Better Beginnings with Breastfeeding](https://boone.health/2016/10/25/10-9-17-better-beginnings-with-breastfeeding/) - Breastfeeding offers benefits for mother and baby. While breastfeeding is natural, it is a learned skill. This class is designed to provide breastfeeding education, support and guidance.
- [9/18/17 - Better Beginnings with Breastfeeding](https://boone.health/2016/10/25/9-18-17-better-beginnings-with-breastfeeding/) - Breastfeeding offers benefits for mother and baby. While breastfeeding is natural, it is a learned skill. This class is designed to provide breastfeeding education, support and guidance.
- [8/28/17 - Better Beginnings with Breastfeeding](https://boone.health/2016/10/25/8-28-17-better-beginnings-with-breastfeeding/) - Breastfeeding offers benefits for mother and baby. While breastfeeding is natural, it is a learned skill. This class is designed to provide breastfeeding education, support and guidance.
- [3/20/17 - Infant Safety & CPR Class](https://boone.health/2016/10/25/3-20-17-infant-safety-cpr-class/) - This two-hour class provides CPR instruction from instructors certified by the American Heart Association and covers infant safety, preparing for emergencies and basic parenting information.
- [2/27/17 - Infant Safety & CPR Class](https://boone.health/2016/10/25/2-27-17-infant-safety-cpr-class/) - This two-hour class provides CPR instruction from instructors certified by the American Heart Association and covers infant safety, preparing for emergencies and basic parenting information.
- [2/6/17 - Infant Safety & CPR Class](https://boone.health/2015/08/27/2-6-17-infant-safety-cpr-class/) - This two-hour class provides CPR instruction from instructors certified by the American Heart Association and covers infant safety, preparing for emergencies and basic parenting information.
- [1/9/17 - Infant Safety & CPR Class](https://boone.health/2015/08/27/1-9-17-infant-safety-cpr-class/) - This two-hour class provides CPR instruction from instructors certified by the American Heart Association and covers infant safety, preparing for emergencies and basic parenting information.
- [12/11/17 - Better Beginnings with Breastfeeding](https://boone.health/2016/10/25/12-11-17-better-beginnings-with-breastfeeding/) - Breastfeeding offers benefits for mother and baby. While breastfeeding is natural, it is a learned skill. This class is designed to provide breastfeeding education, support and guidance.
- [6/5/17 - Infant Safety & CPR Class](https://boone.health/2016/10/25/6-5-17-infant-safety-cpr-class/) - This two-hour class provides CPR instruction from instructors certified by the American Heart Association and covers infant safety, preparing for emergencies and basic parenting information.
- [5/15/17 - Infant Safety & CPR Class](https://boone.health/2016/10/25/5-15-17-infant-safety-cpr-class/) - This two-hour class provides CPR instruction from instructors certified by the American Heart Association and covers infant safety, preparing for emergencies and basic parenting information.
- [4/24/17 - Infant Safety & CPR Class](https://boone.health/2016/10/25/4-24-17-infant-safety-cpr-class/) - This two-hour class provides CPR instruction from instructors certified by the American Heart Association and covers infant safety, preparing for emergencies and basic parenting information.
- [4/3/17 - Infant Safety & CPR Class](https://boone.health/2016/10/25/4-3-17-infant-safety-cpr-class/) - This two-hour class provides CPR instruction from instructors certified by the American Heart Association and covers infant safety, preparing for emergencies and basic parenting information.
- [7/10/17 - Infant Safety & CPR Class](https://boone.health/2016/10/25/7-10-17-infant-safety-cpr-class/) - This two-hour class provides CPR instruction from instructors certified by the American Heart Association and covers infant safety, preparing for emergencies and basic parenting information.
- [9/25/17 - Infant Safety & CPR Class](https://boone.health/2016/10/25/9-25-17-infant-safety-cpr-class/) - This two-hour class provides CPR instruction from instructors certified by the American Heart Association and covers infant safety, preparing for emergencies and basic parenting information.
- [9/11/17 - Infant Safety & CPR Class](https://boone.health/2016/10/25/9-11-17-infant-safety-cpr-class/) - This two-hour class provides CPR instruction from instructors certified by the American Heart Association and covers infant safety, preparing for emergencies and basic parenting information.
- [8/21/17 - Infant Safety & CPR Class](https://boone.health/2016/10/25/8-21-17-infant-safety-cpr-class/) - This two-hour class provides CPR instruction from instructors certified by the American Heart Association and covers infant safety, preparing for emergencies and basic parenting information.
- [7/31/17 - Infant Safety & CPR Class](https://boone.health/2016/10/25/7-31-17-infant-safety-cpr-class/) - This two-hour class provides CPR instruction from instructors certified by the American Heart Association and covers infant safety, preparing for emergencies and basic parenting information.
- [10/16/17 - Infant Safety & CPR Class](https://boone.health/2016/10/25/10-16-17-infant-safety-cpr-class/) - This two-hour class provides CPR instruction from instructors certified by the American Heart Association and covers infant safety, preparing for emergencies and basic parenting information.
- [1/7/17 - Childbirth in a Day Class](https://boone.health/2016/10/25/1-7-17-childbirth-in-a-day-class/) - This one-day class provides detailed childbirth preparation in a small group setting.
- [12/18/17 - Infant Safety & CPR Class](https://boone.health/2016/10/25/12-18-17-infant-safety-cpr-class/) - This two-hour class provides CPR instruction from instructors certified by the American Heart Association and covers infant safety, preparing for emergencies and basic parenting information.
- [11/27/17 - Infant Safety & CPR Class](https://boone.health/2016/10/25/11-27-17-infant-safety-cpr-class/) - This two-hour class provides CPR instruction from instructors certified by the American Heart Association and covers infant safety, preparing for emergencies and basic parenting information.
- [11/6/17 - Infant Safety & CPR Class](https://boone.health/2016/10/25/11-6-17-infant-safety-cpr-class/) - This two-hour class provides CPR instruction from instructors certified by the American Heart Association and covers infant safety, preparing for emergencies and basic parenting information.
- [1/21/17 - Childbirth in a Day Class](https://boone.health/2016/10/25/1-21-17-childbirth-in-a-day-class/) - This one-day class provides detailed childbirth preparation in a small group setting.
- [4/8/17 - Childbirth in a Day Class](https://boone.health/2016/10/25/4-8-17-childbirth-in-a-day-class/) - This one-day class provides detailed childbirth preparation in a small group setting.
- [3/18/17 - Childbirth in a Day Class](https://boone.health/2016/10/25/3-18-17-childbirth-in-a-day-class/) - This one-day class provides detailed childbirth preparation in a small group setting.
- [3/4/17 - Childbirth in a Day Class](https://boone.health/2016/10/25/3-4-17-childbirth-in-a-day-class/) - This one-day class provides detailed childbirth preparation in a small group setting.
- [2/18/17 - Childbirth in a Day Class](https://boone.health/2016/10/25/2-18-17-childbirth-in-a-day-class/) - This one-day class provides detailed childbirth preparation in a small group setting.
- [2/4/17 - Childbirth in a Day Class](https://boone.health/2016/10/25/2-4-17-childbirth-in-a-day-class/) - This one-day class provides detailed childbirth preparation in a small group setting.
- [6/24/17 - Childbirth in a Day Class](https://boone.health/2016/10/25/6-24-17-childbirth-in-a-day-class/) - This one-day class provides detailed childbirth preparation in a small group setting.
- [6/3/17 - Childbirth in a Day Class](https://boone.health/2016/10/25/6-3-17-childbirth-in-a-day-class/) - This one-day class provides detailed childbirth preparation in a small group setting.
- [5/20/17 - Childbirth in a Day Class](https://boone.health/2016/10/25/5-20-17-childbirth-in-a-day-class/) - This one-day class provides detailed childbirth preparation in a small group setting.
- [5/6/17 - Childbirth in a Day Class](https://boone.health/2016/10/25/5-6-17-childbirth-in-a-day-class/) - This one-day class provides detailed childbirth preparation in a small group setting.
- [4/22/17 - Childbirth in a Day Class](https://boone.health/2016/10/25/4-22-17-childbirth-in-a-day-class/) - This one-day class provides detailed childbirth preparation in a small group setting.
- [8/19/17 - Childbirth in a Day Class](https://boone.health/2016/10/25/8-19-17-childbirth-in-a-day-class/) - This one-day class provides detailed childbirth preparation in a small group setting.
- [8/5/17 - Childbirth in a Day Class](https://boone.health/2016/10/25/8-5-17-childbirth-in-a-day-class/) - This one-day class provides detailed childbirth preparation in a small group setting.
- [7/22/17 - Childbirth in a Day Class](https://boone.health/2016/10/25/7-22-17-childbirth-in-a-day-class/) - This one-day class provides detailed childbirth preparation in a small group setting.
- [7/8/17 - Childbirth in a Day Class](https://boone.health/2016/10/25/7-8-17-childbirth-in-a-day-class/) - This one-day class provides detailed childbirth preparation in a small group setting.
- [9/2/17 - Childbirth in a Day Class](https://boone.health/2016/10/25/9-2-17-childbirth-in-a-day-class/) - This one-day class provides detailed childbirth preparation in a small group setting.
- [11/4/17 - Childbirth in a Day Class](https://boone.health/2016/10/25/11-4-17-childbirth-in-a-day-class/) - This one-day class provides detailed childbirth preparation in a small group setting.
- [10/28/17 - Childbirth in a Day Class](https://boone.health/2016/10/25/10-28-17-childbirth-in-a-day-class/) - This one-day class provides detailed childbirth preparation in a small group setting.
- [10/14/17 - Childbirth in a Day Class](https://boone.health/2016/10/25/10-14-17-childbirth-in-a-day-class/) - This one-day class provides detailed childbirth preparation in a small group setting.
- [9/30/17 - Childbirth in a Day Class](https://boone.health/2016/10/25/9-30-17-childbirth-in-a-day-class/) - This one-day class provides detailed childbirth preparation in a small group setting.
- [9/16/17 - Childbirth in a Day Class](https://boone.health/2016/10/25/9-16-17-childbirth-in-a-day-class/) - This one-day class provides detailed childbirth preparation in a small group setting.
- [12/16/17 - Childbirth in a Day Class](https://boone.health/2016/10/25/12-16-17-childbirth-in-a-day-class/) - This one-day class provides detailed childbirth preparation in a small group setting.
- [12/9/17 - Childbirth in a Day Class](https://boone.health/2016/10/25/12-9-17-childbirth-in-a-day-class/) - This one-day class provides detailed childbirth preparation in a small group setting.
- [11/18/17 - Childbirth in a Day Class](https://boone.health/2016/10/25/11-18-17-childbirth-in-a-day-class/) - This one-day class provides detailed childbirth preparation in a small group setting.
- [Prepared Childbirth Classes - Series 2](https://boone.health/2016/10/25/prepared-childbirth-classes-series-2-5/) - Boone Family Birthplace's four-week course provides detailed pregnancy and birth information and preparation in a supportive environment.
- [Prepared Childbirth Classes - Series 1](https://boone.health/2016/10/25/prepared-childbirth-classes-series-1-4/) - Boone Family Birthplace's four-week course provides detailed pregnancy and birth information and preparation in a supportive environment.
- [Prepared Childbirth Classes - Series 4](https://boone.health/2016/10/25/prepared-childbirth-classes-series-4-5/) - Boone Family Birthplace's four-week course provides detailed pregnancy and birth information and preparation in a supportive environment.
- [Prepared Childbirth Classes - Series 3](https://boone.health/2016/10/25/prepared-childbirth-classes-series-3-4/) - Boone Family Birthplace's four-week course provides detailed pregnancy and birth information and preparation in a supportive environment.
- [Prepared Childbirth Classes - Series 7](https://boone.health/2016/10/25/prepared-childbirth-classes-series-7-5/) - Boone Family Birthplace's four-week course provides detailed pregnancy and birth information and preparation in a supportive environment.
- [Prepared Childbirth Classes - Series 6](https://boone.health/2016/10/25/prepared-childbirth-classes-series-6-5/) - Boone Family Birthplace's four-week course provides detailed pregnancy and birth information and preparation in a supportive environment.
- [Prepared Childbirth Classes - Series 5](https://boone.health/2016/10/25/prepared-childbirth-classes-series-5-4/) - Boone Family Birthplace's four-week course provides detailed pregnancy and birth information and preparation in a supportive environment.
- [Prepared Childbirth Classes - Series 10](https://boone.health/2016/10/25/prepared-childbirth-classes-series-10-5/) - Boone Family Birthplace's four-week course provides detailed pregnancy and birth information and preparation in a supportive environment.
- [Prepared Childbirth Classes - Series 9](https://boone.health/2016/10/25/prepared-childbirth-classes-series-9-4/) - Boone Family Birthplace's four-week course provides detailed pregnancy and birth information and preparation in a supportive environment.
- [Prepared Childbirth Classes - Series 8](https://boone.health/2016/10/25/prepared-childbirth-classes-series-8-4/) - Boone Family Birthplace's four-week course provides detailed pregnancy and birth information and preparation in a supportive environment.
- [Prepared Childbirth Classes - Series 12](https://boone.health/2016/10/25/prepared-childbirth-classes-series-12/) - Boone Family Birthplace's four-week course provides detailed pregnancy and birth information and preparation in a supportive environment.
- [Prepared Childbirth Classes - Series 11](https://boone.health/2016/10/25/prepared-childbirth-classes-series-11-3/) - Boone Family Birthplace's four-week course provides detailed pregnancy and birth information and preparation in a supportive environment.
- [Prepared Childbirth Classes - Series 2](https://boone.health/2016/10/25/prepared-childbirth-classes-series-2-4/) - Boone Family Birthplace's four-week course provides detailed pregnancy and birth information and preparation in a supportive environment.
- [Helping Athletes One Player At A Time](https://boone.health/2016/10/26/helping-athletes-one-player-at-a-time/) - When Southern Boone High School senior Trint Lederle injured his shoulder weightlifting, he didn’t know his injury would jumpstart a desire for a career in medicine, but it did. Trint tore his labrum while weightlifting with some of his fellow soccer players this spring. The injury caused him a lot of pain and limited his movement and ability to be as active as he liked.
- [Prepared Childbirth Classes - Series 4](https://boone.health/2016/10/25/prepared-childbirth-classes-series-4-3/) - Boone Family Birthplace's four-week course provides detailed pregnancy and birth information and preparation in a supportive environment.
- [Prepared Childbirth Classes - Series 4](https://boone.health/2016/10/25/prepared-childbirth-classes-series-4-4/) - Boone Family Birthplace's four-week course provides detailed pregnancy and birth information and preparation in a supportive environment.
- [Prepared Childbirth Classes - Series 3](https://boone.health/2016/10/25/prepared-childbirth-classes-series-3-3/) - Boone Family Birthplace's four-week course provides detailed pregnancy and birth information and preparation in a supportive environment.
- [Prepared Childbirth Classes - Series 5](https://boone.health/2016/10/25/prepared-childbirth-classes-series-5-3/) - Boone Family Birthplace's four-week course provides detailed pregnancy and birth information and preparation in a supportive environment.
- [Comforting Mind And Body](https://boone.health/2016/11/09/comforting-mind-and-body/) - As the weather begins to cool down, often our kitchens begin to heat up. Warm, filling comfort foods fill our stoves and ovens.
- [Pregnant, With Cancer](https://boone.health/2016/11/03/pregnant-with-cancer/) - There’s really no rhyme or reason to pregnancy symptoms. Morning sickness, fatigue, food aversions — as far as anyone can tell, it mostly comes down to luck. As she carried her first child earlier this year, Tanna Niemeier seemed to have especially bad luck. She found herself suffering a painful hemorrhoid outbreak — a problem some moms face while pregnant.
- [Prepared Childbirth Classes - Series 7](https://boone.health/2016/10/25/prepared-childbirth-classes-series-7-4/) - Boone Family Birthplace's four-week course provides detailed pregnancy and birth information and preparation in a supportive environment.
- [Prepared Childbirth Classes - Series 6](https://boone.health/2016/10/25/prepared-childbirth-classes-series-6-4/) - Boone Family Birthplace's four-week course provides detailed pregnancy and birth information and preparation in a supportive environment.
- [Nurses Rank #1 Most Trusted Profession for 15th Year in a Row](https://boone.health/2016/12/19/nurses-rank-1-most-trusted-profession-for-15th-year-in-a-row/) - The American public has again ranked nurses as the professionals with the highest honesty and ethical standards, according to a Gallup poll released today. The annual poll marks the 15thconsecutive year that nurses have been ranked the most trusted out of a wide spectrum of professions, including medical doctors and police officers.
- [CDC notifies hospitals of potential risk involving device used in open-chest surgery](https://boone.health/2016/12/12/cdc-notifies-hospitals-of-potential-risk-involving-device-used-in-open-chest-surgery/) - As part of our commitment to patient safety, BJC wants to share important information with patients about a potential infection risk that is affecting hospitals across the U.S. and around the world.
- [Know Your Numbers Boonville](https://boone.health/2016/11/17/know-your-numbers-boonville/) - Free Health Screenings - No Appointment Needed
- [Roasted Cauliflower Soup](https://boone.health/2016/11/17/roasted-cauliflower-soup/) - Although the name only mentions cauliflower this soup is basically a vegetable free-for-all, it has a bunch of colors and textures and in turn one serving boosts 240% of your daily needs for vitamin A, 140% of vitamin C, and 30% of your calcium needs.
- [Thanksgiving Holiday Hours & Closures](https://boone.health/2017/11/23/thanksgiving-holiday-hours-closures/) - Boone Hospital Center is open 365 days a year to serve our community, however, some of our services and clinics will be closed for the Thanksgiving holiday.
- [Nutritious Beet Hummus](https://boone.health/2016/12/30/nutritious-beet-hummus/) - Beets don’t have the best reputation because many people say they taste like “earth” …so basically dirt. But they are gorgeous and in my opinion have the potential to be delicious with the right preparation. Raw beets have a crunchy texture that turns soft and buttery when they are cooked and their greens are similar in taste and texture to Swiss chard.
- [4/20/17 - Bringing Up Boone Babies](https://boone.health/2017/01/05/4-20-17-bringing-up-boone-babies/) - Bringing Up Boone Babies is a monthly support group provided by Boone Family Birthplace. This support group is free and open to all parents of newborns, infants, and toddlers. No registration is required.
- [3/16/17 - Bringing Up Boone Babies](https://boone.health/2017/01/05/3-16-17-bringing-up-boone-babies/) - Bringing Up Boone Babies is a monthly support group provided by Boone Family Birthplace. This support group is free and open to all parents of newborns, infants, and toddlers. No registration is required.
- [2/16/17 - Bringing Up Boone Babies](https://boone.health/2017/01/05/2-16-17-bringing-up-boone-babies/) - Bringing Up Boone Babies is a monthly support group provided by Boone Family Birthplace. This support group is free and open to all parents of newborns, infants, and toddlers. No registration is required.
- [1/19/17 - Bringing Up Boone Babies](https://boone.health/2017/01/05/1-19-17-bringing-up-boone-babies/) - Bringing Up Boone Babies is a monthly support group provided by Boone Family Birthplace. This support group is free and open to all parents of newborns, infants, and toddlers. No registration is required.
- [6/22/17 - Bringing Up Boone Babies](https://boone.health/2017/01/05/6-22-17-bringing-up-boone-babies/) - Bringing Up Boone Babies is a monthly support group provided by Boone Family Birthplace. This support group is free and open to all parents of newborns, infants, and toddlers. No registration is required.
- [5/18/17 - Bringing Up Boone Babies](https://boone.health/2017/01/05/5-18-17-bringing-up-boone-babies/) - Bringing Up Boone Babies is a monthly support group provided by Boone Family Birthplace. This support group is free and open to all parents of newborns, infants, and toddlers. No registration is required.
- [10/19/17 - Bringing Up Boone Babies](https://boone.health/2017/01/05/10-19-17-bringing-up-boone-babies/) - Bringing Up Boone Babies is a monthly support group provided by Boone Family Birthplace. This support group is free and open to all parents of newborns, infants, and toddlers. No registration is required.
- [9/21/17 - Bringing Up Boone Babies](https://boone.health/2017/01/05/9-21-17-bringing-up-boone-babies/) - Bringing Up Boone Babies is a monthly support group provided by Boone Family Birthplace. This support group is free and open to all parents of newborns, infants, and toddlers. No registration is required.
- [8/17/17 - Bringing Up Boone Babies](https://boone.health/2017/01/05/8-17-17-bringing-up-boone-babies/) - Bringing Up Boone Babies is a monthly support group provided by Boone Family Birthplace. This support group is free and open to all parents of newborns, infants, and toddlers. No registration is required.
- [17th Annual Heart Fair](https://boone.health/2017/01/25/17th-annual-heart-fair/) - Our Heart Fair provides the community with heart health and stroke education, including free health screenings for blood pressure, cholesterol levels, blood glucose and body mass index (BMI). Your blood test results are available immediately and reviewed one-on-one with a clinician. Come discover what you can do for your heart! Appointments are recommended. Walk-ins are welcome. To register, call 573.815.6400 or 800.872.9008 (M-F, 8 am-5 pm) For best results, fast at least 8 hours prior to sceening.
- [Spicy Enchilada Spaghetti Squash Boats](https://boone.health/2017/01/24/spicy-enchilada-spaghetti-squash-boats/) - This recipe has a nice balance of carbs (the starchy squash), non-starchy veggies (onion, spinach, mushroom, jalapeno), and protein (cheese, chicken). I like the simplicity and how it can be a surprisingly quick recipe if you are good at multitasking in the kitchen. Feel the freedom to switch up the veggies, use rotisserie chicken, and/or use whatever kind of cheese your heart desires.
- [Ostomy Support Group](https://boone.health/2017/02/23/ostomy-support-group/) - Come share your successes, challenges and the tricks you have learned with others at our next Mid-Missouri ostomy group.
- [12/21/17 - Bringing Up Boone Babies](https://boone.health/2017/01/05/12-21-17-bringing-up-boone-babies/) - Bringing Up Boone Babies is a monthly support group provided by Boone Family Birthplace. This support group is free and open to all parents of newborns, infants, and toddlers. No registration is required.
- [11/16/17 - Bringing Up Boone Babies](https://boone.health/2017/01/05/11-16-17-bringing-up-boone-babies/) - Bringing Up Boone Babies is a monthly support group provided by Boone Family Birthplace. This support group is free and open to all parents of newborns, infants, and toddlers. No registration is required.
- [Leading By Example](https://boone.health/2017/02/14/leading-by-example/) - Emily Merritt has never felt better. She recently lost 16 pounds, got her cholesterol in check, and now has more energy to spend time with her mother, husband, and two beautiful daughters. But she says she never would have gotten to this place, without making the decision to get serious about her health a few months ago.
- [2/10/17 Mobile Health Unit Free Health Screenings at Columbia Food Bank](https://boone.health/2017/02/06/2-10-17-mobile-health-unit-free-health-screenings-at-columbia-food-bank/) - The Know Your Numbers mobile health unit will be at The Food Bank for Central and Northeast Missouri providing free health screenings. Blood glucose, cholesterol, triglycerides, HDL, and LDL screenings will be provided. For best results, fast 8-12 hours before screenings.
- [It is time to think through your Super Bowl game plan!](https://boone.health/2017/02/02/it-is-time-to-think-through-your-super-bowl-game-plan/) - In general it's best to keep the TV off when eating because it distracts you from utilizing of all of your senses to enjoy your food. That being said, the Super Bowl will likely be an exception to this rule!
- [When Surgery Brings New Life](https://boone.health/2017/02/01/when-surgery-brings-new-life/) - When you look at newborn Harper Hopkins, you may notice his adorable round cheeks and big beautiful eyes that follow you around the room. But you probably don’t know the journey his parents, Jake and Sara Hopkins of Jefferson City, took to get him here.
- [Weight Loss Seminar - 6/26/17](https://boone.health/2017/03/06/weight-loss-seminar-6-26-17/) - Boone Hospital Center offers a comprehensive and multi-disciplinary Weight Loss Surgery Program. All interested weight loss surgery candidates are required to attend a seminar before proceeding or consulting with a surgeon.
- [Weight Loss Seminar - 5/1/17](https://boone.health/2017/03/06/weight-loss-seminar-5-1-17/) - Boone Hospital Center offers a comprehensive and multi-disciplinary Weight Loss Surgery Program. All interested weight loss surgery candidates are required to attend a seminar before proceeding or consulting with a surgeon.
- [Weight Loss Seminar - 4/1/17](https://boone.health/2017/03/06/weight-loss-seminar-4-1-17/) - Boone Hospital Center offers a comprehensive and multi-disciplinary Weight Loss Surgery Program. All interested weight loss surgery candidates are required to attend a seminar before proceeding or consulting with a surgeon.
- [Bad News: How To Help Your Kids And Yourself](https://boone.health/2017/03/01/bad-news-how-to-help-your-kids-and-yourself/) - Thirty years ago, if you wanted to catch up on the news, you read a daily paper or watched a nightly newscast. Today, the news catches up with us through 24-hour news channels and social media feeds. And most of it seems to be bad news.
- [Fitness & Fellowship](https://boone.health/2017/02/24/fitness-fellowship/) - Phyliss has been a Boone Hospital nurse for 36, 14 of which she spent caring for patients in the emergency department. 9 years ago, she moved to the admissions department and also works in the GI lab and infusion and treatment center.
- [Weight Loss Seminar - 7/8/17](https://boone.health/2017/03/06/weight-loss-seminar-7-8-17/) - Boone Hospital Center offers a comprehensive and multi-disciplinary Weight Loss Surgery Program. All interested weight loss surgery candidates are required to attend a seminar before proceeding or consulting with a surgeon.
- [Weight Loss Seminar - 3/20/17](https://boone.health/2017/03/09/weight-loss-seminar-3-20-17/) - Boone Hospital Center offers a comprehensive and multi-disciplinary Weight Loss Surgery Program. All interested weight loss surgery candidates are required to attend a seminar before proceeding or consulting with a surgeon.
- [Weight Loss Seminar - 7/24/17](https://boone.health/2017/03/06/weight-loss-seminar-7-24-17/) - Boone Hospital Center offers a comprehensive and multi-disciplinary Weight Loss Surgery Program. All interested weight loss surgery candidates are required to attend a seminar before proceeding or consulting with a surgeon.
- [Weight Loss Seminar - 4/17/17](https://boone.health/2017/03/06/weight-loss-seminar-4-17-17/) - Boone Hospital Center offers a comprehensive and multi-disciplinary Weight Loss Surgery Program. All interested weight loss surgery candidates are required to attend a seminar before proceeding or consulting with a surgeon.
- [Weight Loss Seminar - 4/17/17](https://boone.health/2017/03/06/weight-loss-seminar-4-17-17-2/) - Boone Hospital Center offers a comprehensive and multi-disciplinary Weight Loss Surgery Program. All interested weight loss surgery candidates are required to attend a seminar before proceeding or consulting with a surgeon.
- [A Happy Ending](https://boone.health/2017/03/30/a-happy-ending/) - Dana first noticed a lump in her neck when she was singing in the car. She was driving alone and casually scratched an itch on her neck. Her first thought was that it must be another infection causing her lymph nodes to swell, just like one that happened earlier that year. But instead of going down over time, the lump got bigger.
- [Boone Hospital Supportive Care Conference](https://boone.health/2017/03/22/boone-hospital-supportive-care-conference/) - Darren Gabbert has been a frequent Boone Hospital Center patient since childhood, when he was diagnosed with muscular dystrophy. Now 51, Darren controls his wheelchair and communicates using a special electromyographic switch controlled by eyebrow movements. He has a close-knit family, a supportive faith community, and a successful career. Darren wants you to know that,
- [CoMo Trails Guide](https://boone.health/2017/03/13/como-trails-guide/) - Living in Columbia most of my life, if I were to describe it by a few things, I would pick Shakespeare’s, MU Tigers, and the gorgeous trails. Spring is almost here, so I want to encourage you to get out and explore some of the pretty nature hikes Columbia has to offer. Some hikes in Columbia can feel like hidden secrets, and they aren’t the easiest to figure out unless you have someone to show you them. I hope my super basic maps and handwritten directions are useful and help you explore new parts of this amazing town we call home.
- [Know Your Numbers Mobile Health Unit At ARC](https://boone.health/2017/03/31/know-your-numbers-mobile-health-unit-at-arc/) - Blood work: Hemoglobin A1C, blood pressure, body composition analysis *The Inbody Composition analysis requires direct skin contact with hands and feet for accurate results.
- [Know Your Numbers Mobile Health Unit At Boone County Family Resources](https://boone.health/2017/03/31/know-your-numbers-mobile-health-unit-at-boone-county-family-resources/) - Free Health Screenings - No Appointment Needed Blood work: blood glucose, cholesterol, triglycerides, HDL, LDL, blood pressure, body composition analysis *For best results, please fast 8-12 hours before screening. The Inbody Composition analysis requires direct skin contact with hands and feet for accurate results.
- [Know Your Numbers Mobile Health Unit At Montgomery County Health Fair](https://boone.health/2017/04/05/know-your-numbers-mobile-health-unit-at-montgomery-county-health-fair/) - Free Health Screenings - No Appointment Needed
- [Know Your Numbers Mobile Health Unit At Samaritan Hospital](https://boone.health/2017/04/05/know-your-numbers-mobile-health-unit-at-samaritan-hospital/)
- [Know Your Numbers Mobile Health Unit At Lowe's Home Improvement](https://boone.health/2017/04/05/know-your-numbers-mobile-health-unit-at-lowes-home-improvement/)
- [Know Your Numbers Mobile Health Unit At Longbranch YMCA](https://boone.health/2017/04/05/know-your-numbers-mobile-health-unit-at-longbranch-ymca/)
- [March of Dimes: March for Babies](https://boone.health/2017/04/04/march-of-dimes-march-for-babies/) - To donate or join the Boone team at this year’s walk, go to: https://www.marchforbabies.org/Boone_Babies Registration begins at 12:30pm, Walk beings at 1:00pm
- [2017 Community Skin Cancer Screening](https://boone.health/2017/04/13/2017-community-skin-cancer-screening-2/)
- [2017 Community Skin Cancer Screening](https://boone.health/2017/04/13/2017-community-skin-cancer-screening-3/)
- [2017 Community Skin Cancer Screening](https://boone.health/2017/04/13/2017-community-skin-cancer-screening-4/) - Screening Includes: This is a FREE full body Skin Cancer screen. You will be provided with a gown and/or shorts. Please come without nail polish or makeup. For ages 18 and older – no exceptions.
- [Food Myths](https://boone.health/2017/04/13/food-myths/) - False information is a common occurrence these days, and the world of food is no exception. As a dietitian, I am frequently fielding questions regarding food myths. Following are just a few common food myths, debunked!
- [Boone Hospital Team Treats Rare Neurological Disorder](https://boone.health/2017/04/10/boone-hospital-team-treats-rare-neurological-disorder/) - Joseph Wilbers was well on his way to accomplishing one of his life goals—seeing every Major League Baseball stadium.
- [Know Your Number Mobile Health Unit Screening At Boone Hospital Nifong Medical Plaza](https://boone.health/2017/04/25/know-your-number-mobile-health-unit-screening-at-boone-hospital-nifong-medical-plaza/) - It’s so important, we’re screening for free. Free Health Screenings - No Appointment Needed: Blood work: Blood glucose, cholesterol, triglycerides, HDL, LDL Blood pressure Body composition analysis *For best results, please fast 8-12 hours before screening. The Inbody Composition analysis requires direct skin contact with hands and feet for accurate results. Boone Hospital Nifong Medical
- [Know Your Numbers Mobile Health Unit At The Food Bank for Central and Northeast Missouri](https://boone.health/2017/04/19/know-your-numbers-mobile-health-unit-at-the-food-bank-for-central-and-northeast-missouri/) - Free Health Screenings - No Appointment Needed Blood work: Blood glucose, cholesterol, triglycerides, HDL, LDL Blood pressure Body composition analysis *For best results, please fast 8-12 hours before screening. The Inbody Composition analysis requires direct skin contact with hands and feet for accurate results. For more information call 573.815.5050.
- [Know Your Number Mobile Health Unit Screening -Boone County Public Health and Human Services and Family Health Center](https://boone.health/2017/04/19/know-your-number-mobile-health-unit-screening-boone-county-public-health-and-human-services-and-family-health-center/) - Free Health Screenings - No Appointment Needed Blood work: Blood glucose, cholesterol, triglycerides, HDL, LDL Blood pressure Body composition analysis *For best results, please fast 8-12 hours before screening. The Inbody Composition analysis requires direct skin contact with hands and feet for accurate results.
- [Hello Baby Expo](https://boone.health/2017/04/18/hello-baby-expo/) - Admission: $5 (age 10 and under free) Proceeds benefit Boone Hospital Foundation’s Neonatal Intensive Care Unit fund. Visit columbiatribune.com/hellobaby for more informaiton.
- [2017 Community Skin Cancer Screening](https://boone.health/2017/04/13/2017-community-skin-cancer-screening/)
- [“Life Is Good”](https://boone.health/2017/05/03/life-is-good/) - My name is Darren Gabbert, and I have an advanced form of muscular dystrophy called Type 2 – Spinal Muscular Atrophy. This genetic condition affects the nerves that control muscle movement. Type 2 of this disease is characterized by moderate onset and progressive weakness in arms, legs, lower torso, and respiratory muscles.
- [Easy Curry Tacos](https://boone.health/2017/06/13/easy-curry-tacos/) - Finding motivation to cook dinner during weeknights can be tough for many people. Many of us expend a lot of mental and/or physical energy all day at work, and arrive home with an empty tank. If you add one (or more) children into that scenario, especially if they are participating in evening activities, the challenge to cook a meal at home can seem unachievable at times.
- [My New Normal](https://boone.health/2017/06/06/my-new-normal/) - Winter months are notorious for cold and flu season, and in February 2016, Emily Hawkins was sick. Without a primary doctor, she went to an urgent care center. Within nine days, she returned to the clinic five times, walking away with diagnoses of strep throat and thrush – but finding no relief for her malaise or the headaches and fatigue she felt. Emily went to Boone Hospital Center to have some tests done.
- [Cancer Survivors Luncheon: The New Normal](https://boone.health/2017/05/08/cancer-survivors-luncheon-the-new-normal/) - Stewart Cancer Center & Missouri Cancer Associates present the annual Cancer Survivors' Luncheon on Friday, June 23 at Boone Hospital Center. This event is free for all adult survivors, men and women, of any cancer, including patients currently receiving cancer treatment. You are encouraged to bring a support person as your guest. Join Stewart Cancer Center
- [Know Your Numbers Mobile Health Unit Free Screenings At Ashland Baptist Church](https://boone.health/2017/05/04/know-your-numbers-mobile-health-unit-free-screenings-at-ashland-baptist-church/) - Free Health Screenings - No Appointment Needed: Blood work: Blood glucose, cholesterol, triglycerides, HDL, LDL Blood pressure Body composition analysis *For best results, please fast 8-12 hours before screening. The Inbody Composition analysis requires direct skin contact with hands and feet for accurate results. Ashland Baptist Church 203 E. Broadway Ashland, MO For more information
- [September 25 Weight Loss Surgery Seminar](https://boone.health/2017/07/25/september-25-weight-loss-surgery-seminar/)
- [September 9 Weight Loss Surgery Seminar](https://boone.health/2017/07/25/september-9-weight-loss-surgery-seminar/)
- [August 28 Weight Loss Surgery Seminar](https://boone.health/2017/07/25/august-28-weight-loss-surgery-seminar/)
- [August 12 Weight Loss Surgery Seminar](https://boone.health/2017/07/25/august-12-weight-loss-surgery-seminar/) - The event will be located in the Maternal Child Health classroom.
- [Know Your Numbers Mobile Health Unit Screening At The Central Pantry In Columbia](https://boone.health/2017/06/22/know-your-numbers-mobile-health-unit-screening-at-the-central-pantry-in-columbia/) - Free Health Screenings - No Appointment Needed Blood work: Blood glucose, cholesterol, triglycerides, HDL, LDL Blood pressure Body composition analysis *For best results, please fast 8-12 hours before screening. The Inbody Composition analysis requires direct skin contact with hands and feet for accurate results.
- [October 10 Weight Loss Surgery Seminar](https://boone.health/2017/07/25/october-10-weight-loss-surgery-seminar/)
- [Manicured With Love](https://boone.health/2017/08/02/manicured-with-love/) - 77-year-old Carmen Koebbe sat back in her hospital room recliner. Her nurse and daughter had encouraged her to spend some time sitting up, promising that it would aid with her recovery. Still, just a few days after having heart surgery, it was no easy task.
- [December 11 Weight Loss Surgery Seminar](https://boone.health/2017/07/25/december-11-weight-loss-surgery-seminar/)
- [November 27 Weight Loss Surgery Seminar](https://boone.health/2017/07/25/november-27-weight-loss-surgery-seminar/)
- [November 4 Weight Loss Surgery Seminar](https://boone.health/2017/07/25/november-4-weight-loss-surgery-seminar/)
- [Prepared Childbirth Classes - Series 3](https://boone.health/2017/08/07/prepared-childbirth-classes-series-3-2/) - Boone Family Birthplace's four-week course provides detailed pregnancy and birth information and preparation in a supportive environment.
- [Boone Family Birthplace NICU Reunion](https://boone.health/2017/08/05/boone-family-birthplace-nicu-reunion-5/) - Boone Family Birthplace's neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) invites all NICU graduates and their families to celebrate at our 21st annual reunion on Saturday, October 7 at Cosmo Park in Columbia.
- [Prepared Childbirth Classes - Series 2](https://boone.health/2017/08/06/prepared-childbirth-classes-series-2-3/) - Boone Family Birthplace's four-week course provides detailed pregnancy and birth information and preparation in a supportive environment.
- [Prepared Childbirth Classes - Series 1](https://boone.health/2017/08/06/prepared-childbirth-classes-series-1-3/) - Boone Family Birthplace's four-week course provides detailed pregnancy and birth information and preparation in a supportive environment.
- [Boone Family Birthplace NICU Reunion](https://boone.health/2017/08/05/boone-family-birthplace-nicu-reunion-6/) - Boone Family Birthplace's neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) invites all NICU graduates and their families to celebrate at our 21st annual reunion on Saturday, October 7 at Cosmo Park in Columbia.
- [Prepared Childbirth Classes - Series 8](https://boone.health/2017/08/07/prepared-childbirth-classes-series-8-3/) - Boone Family Birthplace's four-week course provides detailed pregnancy and birth information and preparation in a supportive environment.
- [Prepared Childbirth Classes - Series 7](https://boone.health/2017/08/07/prepared-childbirth-classes-series-7-3/) - Boone Family Birthplace's four-week course provides detailed pregnancy and birth information and preparation in a supportive environment.
- [Prepared Childbirth Classes - Series 6](https://boone.health/2017/08/07/prepared-childbirth-classes-series-6-3/) - Boone Family Birthplace's four-week course provides detailed pregnancy and birth information and preparation in a supportive environment.
- [Prepared Childbirth Classes - Series 5](https://boone.health/2017/08/07/prepared-childbirth-classes-series-5-2/) - Boone Family Birthplace's four-week course provides detailed pregnancy and birth information and preparation in a supportive environment.
- [Prepared Childbirth Classes - Series 4](https://boone.health/2017/08/07/prepared-childbirth-classes-series-4-2/) - Boone Family Birthplace's four-week course provides detailed pregnancy and birth information and preparation in a supportive environment.
- [1/20/18 - Childbirth in a Day Class](https://boone.health/2017/08/08/1-20-18-childbirth-in-a-day-class/) - This one-day class provides detailed childbirth preparation in a small group setting.
- [1/6/18 - Childbirth in a Day Class](https://boone.health/2017/08/08/1-6-18-childbirth-in-a-day-class/) - This one-day class provides detailed childbirth preparation in a small group setting.
- [Prepared Childbirth Classes - Series 10](https://boone.health/2017/08/07/prepared-childbirth-classes-series-10-4/) - Boone Family Birthplace's four-week course provides detailed pregnancy and birth information and preparation in a supportive environment.
- [Prepared Childbirth Classes - Series 9](https://boone.health/2017/08/07/prepared-childbirth-classes-series-9-3/) - Boone Family Birthplace's four-week course provides detailed pregnancy and birth information and preparation in a supportive environment.
- [2/3/18 - Childbirth in a Day Class](https://boone.health/2017/08/08/2-3-18-childbirth-in-a-day-class/) - This one-day class provides detailed childbirth preparation in a small group setting.
- [4/7/18 - Childbirth in a Day Class](https://boone.health/2017/08/08/4-7-18-childbirth-in-a-day-class/) - This one-day class provides detailed childbirth preparation in a small group setting.
- [3/24/18 - Childbirth in a Day Class](https://boone.health/2017/08/08/3-24-18-childbirth-in-a-day-class/) - This one-day class provides detailed childbirth preparation in a small group setting.
- [3/10/18 - Childbirth in a Day Class](https://boone.health/2017/08/08/3-10-18-childbirth-in-a-day-class/) - This one-day class provides detailed childbirth preparation in a small group setting.
- [3/3/18 - Childbirth in a Day Class](https://boone.health/2017/08/08/3-3-18-childbirth-in-a-day-class/) - This one-day class provides detailed childbirth preparation in a small group setting.
- [2/17/18 - Childbirth in a Day Class](https://boone.health/2017/08/08/2-17-18-childbirth-in-a-day-class/) - This one-day class provides detailed childbirth preparation in a small group setting.
- [6/23/18 - Childbirth in a Day Class](https://boone.health/2017/08/08/6-23-18-childbirth-in-a-day-class/) - This one-day class provides detailed childbirth preparation in a small group setting.
- [6/2/18 - Childbirth in a Day Class](https://boone.health/2017/08/08/6-2-18-childbirth-in-a-day-class/) - This one-day class provides detailed childbirth preparation in a small group setting.
- [5/19/18 - Childbirth in a Day Class](https://boone.health/2017/08/08/5-19-18-childbirth-in-a-day-class/) - This one-day class provides detailed childbirth preparation in a small group setting.
- [5/5/18 - Childbirth in a Day Class](https://boone.health/2017/08/08/5-5-18-childbirth-in-a-day-class/) - This one-day class provides detailed childbirth preparation in a small group setting.
- [4/21/18 - Childbirth in a Day Class](https://boone.health/2017/08/08/4-21-18-childbirth-in-a-day-class/) - This one-day class provides detailed childbirth preparation in a small group setting.
- [9/8/18 - Childbirth in a Day Class](https://boone.health/2017/08/08/9-8-18-childbirth-in-a-day-class/) - This one-day class provides detailed childbirth preparation in a small group setting.
- [8/18/18 - Childbirth in a Day Class](https://boone.health/2017/08/08/8-18-18-childbirth-in-a-day-class/) - This one-day class provides detailed childbirth preparation in a small group setting.
- [8/4/18 - Childbirth in a Day Class](https://boone.health/2017/08/08/8-4-18-childbirth-in-a-day-class/) - This one-day class provides detailed childbirth preparation in a small group setting.
- [7/28/18 - Childbirth in a Day Class](https://boone.health/2017/08/08/7-28-18-childbirth-in-a-day-class/) - This one-day class provides detailed childbirth preparation in a small group setting.
- [7/14/18 - Childbirth in a Day Class](https://boone.health/2017/08/08/7-14-18-childbirth-in-a-day-class/) - This one-day class provides detailed childbirth preparation in a small group setting.
- [11/3/18 - Childbirth in a Day Class](https://boone.health/2017/08/08/11-3-18-childbirth-in-a-day-class/) - This one-day class provides detailed childbirth preparation in a small group setting.
- [10/27/18  - Childbirth in a Day Class](https://boone.health/2017/08/08/10-27-18-childbirth-in-a-day-class/) - This one-day class provides detailed childbirth preparation in a small group setting.
- [10/13/18 - Childbirth in a Day Class](https://boone.health/2017/08/08/10-13-18-childbirth-in-a-day-class/) - This one-day class provides detailed childbirth preparation in a small group setting.
- [9/22/18 - Childbirth in a Day Class](https://boone.health/2017/08/08/9-22-18-childbirth-in-a-day-class/) - This one-day class provides detailed childbirth preparation in a small group setting.
- [11/17/18 - Childbirth in a Day Class](https://boone.health/2017/08/08/11-17-18-childbirth-in-a-day-class/) - This one-day class provides detailed childbirth preparation in a small group setting.
- [2/5/18 - Better Beginnings with Breastfeeding](https://boone.health/2017/08/08/2-5-18-better-beginnings-with-breastfeeding/) - Breastfeeding offers benefits for mother and baby. While breastfeeding is natural, it is a learned skill. This class is designed to provide breastfeeding education, support and guidance.
- [1/8/18 - Better Beginnings with Breastfeeding](https://boone.health/2017/08/08/1-8-18-better-beginnings-with-breastfeeding/) - Breastfeeding offers benefits for mother and baby. While breastfeeding is natural, it is a learned skill. This class is designed to provide breastfeeding education, support and guidance.

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- [Boone Health Home](https://boone.health/) - Boone Health is a 392-bed full service hospital located in Columbia, Mo. It is a regional referral center located in the center of the state.
- [Corporate Wellness Services](https://boone.health/community-wellness/corporate-wellness-services/) - Corporate Wellness Services For your convenience we come on-site to your organization. Community Wellness Boone Health provides on-site health services within your facility. Pricing details or questions: Jenny Workman, Community Wellness Manager Jenny.Workman@boone.health or 573.815.3263. Enjoy added value with discounts available when three or more services are booked for the same event. Blood pressure screenings
- [Our Surgeons](https://boone.health/services/general-surgery/our-surgeons/) - Our Surgeons Ben Gerber, MD, FACS Dr. Gerber is a board-certified general surgeon with 6 years of experience. He Joined Boone Health General Surgery in 2022. Dr. Gerber earned his Doctor of Medicine from the University of Missouri and completed his surgical residency at New Hanover Regional Medical Center in Wilmington, North Carolina. Services Include:
- [Lab Services](https://boone.health/services/lab-services/) - Commitment to Community The laboratory department at Boone Hospital Center provides routine, emergency, and esoteric testing for patients in the community we serve. Services are available 7 days a week, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. The laboratory departments are staffed with nationally certified clinical technical specialists, medical laboratory technologists, medical laboratory technicians
- [Previously Scheduled Screenings](https://boone.health/community-wellness/community-wellness-screenings/previously-scheduled-screenings/) - Previously Scheduled Screenings 2026 A1C February February 12 - Boonville, MO February 24 - Columbia, MO February 24 - Fulton, MO February 25 - Mexico, MO February 25 - Centralia, MO February 25 - Columbia, MO February 26 - Columbia, MO February 26 - Fayette, MO February 28 - Columbia, MO March March 19 -
- [Community Wellness Screenings](https://boone.health/community-wellness/community-wellness-screenings/) - Free Community Wellness Screenings A1C & Blood Pressure Skin CancerSeptemberSeptember 4 - Mexico, MO Community Events Previously Scheduled Screening Events For more information, email Jenny L Workman, Community Wellness Manager Community Wellness
- [Rheumatology](https://boone.health/services/rheumatology/) - RHEUMATOLOGY Boone Health Rheumatology Boone Health Rheumatology specializes in diagnosing and treating arthritis and a wide range of autoimmune and inflammatory conditions. Our dedicated team combines advanced diagnostics with personalized treatment plans to help reduce symptoms, improve function, and support long-term health in a caring, patient-centered setting. Related Services List of Services: Rheumatoid Arthritis Gout
- [Boone Health Primary Care - Nifong](https://boone.health/services/primary-care/boone-medical-group-columbia-south/) - Commitment to Community Boone Health Primary Care - Nifong offers superior diagnosis, treatment and preventive care for patients of all ages. Most importantly, they are dedicated to educating their patients so they can make informed health decisions. The experienced physicians and nurse practitioners take the time to listen to your concerns and explain treatment plans
- [Boone Health Cafeteria](https://boone.health/patients-visitors/while-you-are-here/food-and-dining/boone-hospital-cafeteria/) - Commitment to Community Boone Health's cafeteria is located on the second floor in our north tower, serving hearty, healthy breakfast, lunch and supper options for visitors, guests and employees. Our dining room provides a pleasant atmosphere to enjoy your meal. Weekly Breakfast and Lunch Menu Boone Health Cafeteria Hours Open 7 Days a Week 6:30
- [Cardiology Clinic](https://boone.health/services/cardiology-clinic/) - Commitment to Community Cardiology is the branch of medicine that deals with diseases and abnormalities of the heart. General cardiology is for patients seeking preventive cardiology care, treatment of common problems, medication, and consultation. At Boone Health Cardiology, we offer preventative care and treatment for common heart problems. Our cardiologists are dedicated to providing the
- [Upcoming Foundation Events](https://boone.health/foundation/upcoming-foundation-events/) - Commitment to Community 2026 Calendar of Events February 4 - 5 | Scrubs on Site (Hospital Lobby) March 30 - April 1 | Nutman Sale (Hospital Lobby) April 15 - 16 | Scrubs on Site (Hospital Lobby) April 23 | Volunteer Awards Brunch May 4 | 23rd Annual Charity Golf Classic May 13 | Hospital Week Yogurt
- [Contact Us](https://boone.health/contact-us/) - Commitment to Community Thank you for your interest in Boone Health. This page includes frequently asked contact information for our healthcare facilities across our system. Please look through the links to find the information you need. To contact a department or clinic specifically, visit our Services page to find direct contact information. The main hospital
- [Meet our Radiologists](https://boone.health/services/radiology/meet-our-radiologists/) - Commitment to Community Maxwell Lazinger, MD Dr. Maxwell Lazinger is a board-certified vascular and interventional radiologist. He is proficient in many endovascular procedures including stenting, endografts and embolizations, as well as regional tumor therapy such as chemoembolization and radiofrequency ablations. His practice also includes uterine artery embolization as well as pain management procedures such as
- [Board of Trustees](https://boone.health/about-us/board-of-trustees-meetings/) - Commitment to Community Jerry Kennett, M.D.Chairman Jerry Kennett, MD, is the Senior Active Partner of Missouri Cardiovascular Specialists. He started the interventional cardiology program at Boone Hospital in 1981. Dr. Kennett is a past-president of the Missouri State Medical Association, former member of the American College of Cardiology Board of Trustees and is currently a
- [Community Wellness](https://boone.health/community-wellness/) - COMMUNITY WELLNESS Boone Health Community Wellness The Boone Health Community Wellness program is dedicated to improving the health and well-being of individuals throughout Columbia, Missouri, and the 26 surrounding counties served by Boone Health. When registering for a class, you may be linked or directed to other third party websites outside the Site that are
- [VolunTeen](https://boone.health/careers/volunteers/volunteen/) - VOLUNTEEN VolunTeen Summer 2027 The Boone Health VolunTeen program is for high school students who have a strong interest in health care, serving their community, or creating a meaningful experience that can be used for a CV or college application. Acceptance into the program is limited and dependent on the student's application and interview process. Must
- [Boone Health Primary Care - Glasgow](https://boone.health/services/primary-care/boone-medical-group-glasgow/) - Commitment to Community Melinda Hart, FNP-BC, is the full-time provider on site, with Paul Schoephoerster, MD, providing care part-time. Hart strives to use evidence-based practice to provide the best quality care for each patient and to educate her patients about their diagnosis. "I want each patient to feel that whatever they need, no matter how
- [Send an eCard](https://boone.health/ecard/) - Commitment to Community Do you have a family member, friend, or loved one staying with us? We invite you to send some cheer to an inpatient at Boone Health. Create and send a personalized card to let a friend or family member know that you are thinking about them. This is a free service. Get
- [Boone Health Primary Care - Broadway](https://boone.health/services/primary-care/boone-medical-group-columbia-central/) - Commitment to Community Boone Medical Group-Central is located in the heart of Columbia, right across from Boone Health. Our practice is recognized by both patients and the community alike for having some of the most experienced physicians. Whether it is an unexpected illness, chronic disease or preventive services that you need, we will take care
- [Careers](https://boone.health/careers/) - CAREERS Boone Health Careers Boone Health is known for being a premier health care provider for the people of mid-Missouri and is a recognized leader in safety and quality. As one of the region's largest employers, Boone Health has full-time and part-time positions for people of all education levels, skill sets, and interests. Search Jobs
- [Vascular Imaging](https://boone.health/services/vascular-imaging/) - Vascular Imaging Vascular Ultrasound Imaging Boone's Vascular Imaging Lab provides comprehensive diagnostic vascular ultrasound imaging in a convenient outpatient setting. These studies evaluate blood flow in the arteries and veins to identify narrowing, aneurysms, and chronic venous conditions. Vascular ultrasound uses sound waves to assess circulation in real time. It is safe, non-invasive, and does
- [Vascular Surgery](https://boone.health/services/vascular-surgery/) - Commitment to Community Erica Salinas, MD Dr. Salinas is Board Certified in Vascular Surgery and has practiced in mid-Missouri since 2014. She specializes in abdominal aortic aneurysm repair, carotid interventions, including carotid stenting, peripheral vascular disease interventions and venous interventions. Sarah Severance, MD Dr. Severance is Board Certified in Vascular Surgery and has practiced in mid-Missouri since
- [Heart Surgery](https://boone.health/services/heart-and-vascular-care/heart-surgery/) - Commitment to Community Boone Health - Heart Surgery surgeons, part of the Boone Health Heart Care team, provide state-of-the-art, superior care for patients across mid-Missouri. As leaders in cardiac, thoracic and vascular surgery, they continue to offer the most advanced surgical methods for our patients. From pre-surgical evaluations to surgery preparation and hospitalization, our surgeons
- [Interventional Cardiology Services](https://boone.health/services/heart-and-vascular-care/interventional-cardiology-services/) - Commitment to Community Interventional cardiology services offer several non-surgical procedures for treating cardiovascular disease. Interventional cardiologists use catheters, which are thin, flexible tubes, to go inside blood vessels for diagnostic tests or to repair damaged vessels or other heart structures. Boone Health's cardiac catheterization lab is located on the first floor of the Center for
- [Boone Health Primary Care - Moberly](https://boone.health/services/primary-care/boone-medical-group-moberly/) - Commitment to Community Taylor Wesley, PA-C is the full-time provider on site with Denise Friedel, DO providing care part-time. Wesley is a board-certified Physician Assistant specializing in Family Medicine. Taylor received his medical degree from the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS). He is also a member of the Missouri Board of Healing Arts.
- [Boone Health Primary Care - Medical Park](https://boone.health/services/primary-care/boone-medical-group-medical-park/) - Commitment to Community Boone Health is proud to announce the acquisition of the former Noble Health primary care practice in Mexico. The practice will now be known as Boone Health Primary Care - Medical Park, named after the street the practice is located on. "We are thrilled to be joining the Boone Health family. With
- [Boone Health Primary Care - Mexico](https://boone.health/services/primary-care/boone-medical-group-mexico/) - Commitment to Community Boone Medical Group is pleased to have a location in Mexico, MO. Our patients love the small-town feel of our office and enjoy coming in to see us. Because we're affiliated with Boone Health, you can expect the highest quality of care for you and your family. In fact, we have been
- [Boone Health Primary Care - Hallsville](https://boone.health/services/primary-care/boone-medical-group-hallsville/) - Commitment to Community Boone Medical Group is pleased to have a location in Hallsville, MO. Our patients love the small-town feel of our office and enjoy coming in to see us. Because we're affiliated with Boone Health, you can expect the highest quality of care for you and your family. In fact, we have been
- [Boone Health Primary Care - Lenoir](https://boone.health/services/primary-care/boone-medical-group-lenoir/) - Commitment to Community Boone Medical Group - Lenoir is part of a well-established, multi-specialty network of providers backed by the team of professionals at Boone Health. This clinic serves residents of Lenoir Woods and surrounding communities. Adult nurse practitioner, Mindy Doscher, is accepting new patients. Call today for an appointment! Services provided: Physicals Immunizations Sick
- [Boone Health Primary Care - Centralia](https://boone.health/services/primary-care/boone-medical-group-centralia/) - Commitment to Community Boone Medical Group - Centralia is known for personalized care and developing long-term relationships with patients. We enjoy getting to know our patients and their families. We specialize in providing preventive care, care for chronic conditions, and treating injuries and illness for patients of all ages. Starting June 1st 2022, Laboratory services
- [Boone Health Primary Care - Boonville](https://boone.health/services/primary-care/boone-medical-group-boonville/) - Commitment to Community Boone Medical Group is pleased to have a location in Boonville, MO. Our patients love the small-town feel of our office and enjoy coming in to see us. Because we're affiliated with Boone Hospital Center, you can expect the highest quality of care for you and your family. In fact, we have been
- [Boone Health Primary Care - Ashland](https://boone.health/services/primary-care/boone-medical-group-ashland/) - Commitment to Community Boone Medical Group - Ashland has been part of the Ashland community for a long time. At Boone Medical Group - Ashland, we enjoy getting to know our patients and their families. Our patients love the small town feel and personal touch given by our providers and staff. When you come to
- [MitraClip®](https://boone.health/services/heart-and-vascular-care/mitraclip/) - Commitment to Community Boone Health offers the MitraClip® procedure, a minimally invasive procedure for patients who are not a candidate for mitral valve surgery. Mitral regurgitation & MitraClip® from Boone Health What is mitral regurgitation? Mitral regurgitation is a condition affecting one of the valves in your heart, the mitral valve. The mitral valve is
- [Professional Nursing Practice Model](https://boone.health/careers/nursing-careers/professional-nursing-practice-model/) - Professional Nursing Practice Model Boone Health Professional Nursing Practice Model At Boone Health, professional nursing practice begins with what matters most-our patients and families. Guided by our WeCARE values, nurses Collaborate, Act, Respect, and Excel in every interaction, creating safe, compassionate, and responsive care. Through professional governance, evidence-based practice, innovation, and interdisciplinary teamwork, nurses are
- [Volunteers](https://boone.health/careers/volunteers/) - VOLUNTEER SERVICES Volunteer Services Welcome to Boone Health Volunteer Services! We are glad you're here. Boone Health strives to be patient-centered and employee-focused. Our volunteers assist in that commitment in various capacities around the hospital and for that we are thankful! Please see below for information on how to become a volunteer at Boone Health.
- [Meet Our Team](https://boone.health/services/pain-management/meet-our-team/) - Commitment to Community At Boone Health's Pain Management Clinic, our staff understands how pain can affect every part of your life, every hour of your day. Our goal is to provide services that will ease pain and improve quality of life. When you choose Boone Health's Pain Management clinic, you'll receive care from our outstanding team
- [Student Shadowing](https://boone.health/services/therapy-services/student-shadowing/) - Commitment to Community Information for Therapy shadowing opportunities at Boone Hospital Center Contact information: Occupational Therapy: Savana Spitz, OTR/L savana.spitz@boone.health Speech Therapy: Jeri Schoemehl, CCC-SLP jeri.schoemehl@boone.health Outpatient Physical Therapy: Rachel Hanson, DPT rachel.hanson@boone.health Inpatient Physical Therapy: Shannon Norris, PTA shannon.norris@boone.health Expected time frame: Requests for observational opportunities should be submitted at a minimum of
- [Nursing Residency](https://boone.health/careers/nursing-careers/nursing-programs/nursing-residency/) - Commitment to Community Start Your Nursing Career with Confidence At Boone Health, we know that learning continues far beyond nursing school. The transition into clinical practice brings ongoing opportunities to build confidence, strengthen skills, and grow as a professional nurse. Our Nurse Residency Program is designed to support newly graduated nurses during their first year
- [Services We Offer](https://boone.health/services/pain-management/services-we-offer/) - Commitment to Community Boone Health's Pain Management Clinic offers a full scope of services, medication management to interventional treatment and advanced technologies. Our team can help: Chronic Back Pain Migraine and Neck Pain Joint (shoulder, hip, knee) Pain Post-Laminectomy Syndrome Pain management services include: Basivertebral Nerve Ablation Treats chronic low back pain caused by damage
- [Prepared Childbirth Class](https://boone.health/services/birthplace/family-life-education-classes/prepared-childbirth-class/) - Commitment to Community Designed to offer detailed childbirth preparation in a small group setting. The class size is limited to encourage questions, discussion and individual attention. Topics include physical and emotional changes of pregnancy, the labor and birth process, Cesarean birth, pain management, post partum and the newborn. Class will integrate massage and breathing awareness with
- [Board of Directors](https://boone.health/foundation/board-of-directors/) - Commitment to Community Boone Hospital Foundation - Board of Directors Responsibilities Boone Hospital Foundation's Board of Directors is made up of 15 representatives who exemplify our medical and local community. These board members selflessly donate their time and talents to help the foundation fulfill the mission of supporting Boone Health in improving the health of
- [Boonique Gift Shop](https://boone.health/boonique-gift-shop/) - BOONIQUE GIFT SHOP Boonique Gift Shop Orders can be placed with the gift shop by calling 573.815.3525. Phone orders will be taken between the hours of 8:30 AM - 3 PM, Monday - Friday. We are closed on major holidays. All proceeds benefit the Boone Hospital Foundation. We welcome and appreciate the opportunity to help you! Address:1600
- [Boone Health EBP & Best Practice Symposium 2026](https://boone.health/careers/nursing-careers/nursing-programs/boone-health-ebp-and-best-practice-symposium/) - Commitment to Community Knowing the Best to Be the Best Friday, October 23, 2026 Registration 8:00 AM • Conference 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM Boone Hospital Center, Columbia, MO We are excited to invite you and your colleagues to an opportunity to share best practices and collaborate with mid-Missouri nurses, healthcare professionals, and nursing students.
- [CPR AED Training](https://boone.health/services/cpr-aed-training/) - CPR/AED Training and First Aid Boone Health Community Wellness utilizes the American Heart Association's online education program, followed by an in-person skills session. Participants should purchase the online portion directly from American Heart Association. Upon completion of the online class, an in-person skills session must be completed within 60 days. Links and descriptions are provided
- [Nursing Careers](https://boone.health/careers/nursing-careers/) - Up To $20,000 Sign On Bonus Commitment to Community Boone Nurses from Boone Health Welcome to Nursing at Boone Health. Here, our mission is to improve the health of the people and communities we serve. We accomplish this by making Boone Health an excellent place to work and receive health care. Whether you are a
- [Hospital Administration](https://boone.health/about-us/administration/) - Commitment to Community Brady DuboisChief Executive OfficerBrady Dubois has over 16 years of healthcare leadership experience at the executive level. Most recently, he served as the CEO of Detroit Medical Center's Adult Central Campus, a subsidiary of Tenet Health made up of three hospitals. Prior to that, Dubois served as CEO of Lutheran Hospital in
- [Flexible Nursing Scheduling](https://boone.health/careers/flexible-nursing-scheduling/) - Flexible Nursing Scheduling Do you like choosing the days you want to work without the commitment of a set schedule? How about making some extra money by picking up an extra shift? Boone Health's flexible staffing programs provide the optimal work-life balance for health care professionals. Boone Health Flex and Flex+ programs offer premium pay
- [Billing](https://boone.health/patients-visitors/before-after-your-visit/billing-and-insurance/) - Commitment to Community Pay Your Bill Now Dealing with medical issues is stressful and the related financial responsibilities can quickly become overwhelming. Boone Health wants to help you understand the resources that are available for you and your family. Financial Assistance Boone Health recognizes that some patients cannot pay for all or part of their
- [Diabetes and Endocrinology](https://boone.health/services/diabetes-and-endocrinology/) - DIABETES & ENDOCRINOLOGY Diabetes & Endocrinology We believe treating diabetes and other endocrine disorders takes a team approach. And that team includes you. We customize our care toward the needs of each patient. Most importantly, we recognize that the best results come when everyone is working together. About Diabetes Gestational Diabetes Additional Resources Insurance Coverage
- [Therapy Services](https://boone.health/services/therapy-services/) - THERAPY SERVICES Boone Therapy Services Boone Therapists use cutting edge technology and proven techniques to identify the cause of your concerns. At Boone, we know every person is unique, so our highly skilled care team works hard to design a personalized recovery program for you. We offer a variety of specialties to address your concerns
- [Convenient Care - Business Loop](https://boone.health/services/primary-care/convenient-care-business-loop/) - Commitment to Community We know your life is busy, and injuries and illness don't always happen during standard business hours. That's why our compassionate and knowledgeable staff is dedicated to meeting your needs whenever it's most convenient for you. No appointment necessary. Plus, we offer extended hours during the week and weekend hours too! Urgent
- [Chronic Pain](https://boone.health/services/therapy-services/physical-therapy/chronic-pain/) - Chronic Pain Pain is a lifesaving alarm system at its best, but can be a chronic hindrance to your favorite activities - or even your most basic functions - at its worst. Learn about your pain and the role of your nervous system in your experience of pain through Boone's Pain Neuroscience Education program. We
- [Certified Hand Therapy](https://boone.health/services/therapy-services/occupational-therapy/certified-hand-therapy/) - Certified Hand Therapy Boone Health's Occupational Therapists are recognized to have specialty training and Certification in Hand Therapy (CHT). They are required to pass a rigorous examination and continue with education to provide the most current treatment advancements for upper extremity conditions. They must recertify every 5 years to continue to use the designation of
- [Occupational Therapy](https://boone.health/services/therapy-services/occupational-therapy/) - Commitment to Community Difficulties with small tasks, like getting dressed, making meals and driving, can have a big impact on your life. Boone's occupational therapists will help you perform day to day tasks with more independence and confidence. Through one-on-one care, your therapist will identify the cause of your concerns and provide specialized care to
- [Provider Directory](https://boone.health/provider-directory/) - Find a Provider
- [Annual Report](https://boone.health/careers/nursing-careers/annual-report/) - Commitment to Community The Annual Nursing Report showcases the Power of Nurses at Boone Health, highlighting nurse-led progress and accomplishments each year. View the current report and past editions below. 2025 Annual Nursing Report Previous Annual Reports: 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 Search Jobs and Apply Now Nursing Careers Nursing Programs
- [Heart and Vascular Care](https://boone.health/services/heart-and-vascular-care/) - HEART & VASCULAR CARE A Leader in Cardiac Care The heart care team at Boone Hospital Center performs more cardiac-related procedures than any other mid-Missouri hospital and they are recognized for their contributions to heart health excellence. Heart and Vascular Care Common Types of Heart Disease Diagnostic Testing Electrophysiology Services Interventional Cardiology Services Heart Surgery
- [Board of Directors](https://boone.health/about-us/governance-board/) - Commitment to Community Boone Health is responsible for the operations of Boone Hospital and Boone Health Medical Group, as well as the affiliation agreements and network relationships with area hospitals and private practice clinics. The 6-member Boone Health Board of Directors is listed below. To contact a Board member, call Shelly Rackers at 573.815.3210 or
- [22nd Annual Boone Hospital Foundation Classic](https://boone.health/22nd-annual-boone-hospital-foundation-classic/) - 22nd Annual Boone Hospital Foundation Golf Classic Presented by Commerce Bank Thank you to our Foundation Classic Sponsors! Hole Sponsors In-Kind Sponsors Monday, May 5 The Club at Old Hawthorne AM Flight - 8 AM PM Flight - 1 PM Player Check in: 7:00 am and 11:00 am Driving and putting ranges open: 7:00 am
- [23rd Annual Boone Hospital Foundation Golf Classic](https://boone.health/23rd-annual-boone-hospital-foundation-golf-classic/) - 23RD ANNUAL BOONE HOSPITAL FOUNDATION GOLF CLASSIC Presented by Commerce Bank Monday, May 4, 2026 The Club at Old Hawthorne AM Flight - 8 AM PM Flight - 1 PM Player Check in: 7:00 am and 11:00 am Driving and putting ranges open: 7:00 am Morning flight breakfast: 7:00 am Lunch (both flights) 11:30am Appetizers/Reception
- [Health Information Exchange (HIE)](https://boone.health/patients-visitors/while-you-are-here/health-information-exchange-hie/) - Health Information Exchange (HIE) THE VELATURA HIE NETWORK HELPS YOUR HOSPITAL TAKE CARE OF YOU WHAT IS THE VELATURA HIE NETWORK? It is a legal, private and secure way to share your health records with your health providers and health care team electronically, instead of on paper. WHAT DO MY HEALTH RECORDS SHOW? Your health
- [Price Transparency](https://boone.health/patients-visitors/before-after-your-visit/billing-and-insurance/price-transparency/) - Commitment to Community Members of the public and prospective patients are encouraged to request a price estimate using our Price Transparency Calculator The file linked below is raw data designated for researchers and regulators. You can also call 573.815.3268 and select option 3. Transparency in Coverage - Machine Readable File 8.28.2025 This link leads to
- [About Us](https://boone.health/about-us/) - Commitment to Community Our mission is to improve the health of the people and communities we serve. We will accomplish that mission by making Boone Health an excellent place to work and receive health care. . Ranked the No. 1 hospital in mid-Missouri by U.S. News and World Report for 2025 Learn More . CMS
- [Boone Health EBP and Best Practice - Call For Abstracts](https://boone.health/careers/nursing-careers/nursing-programs/boone-health-ebp-and-best-practice-abstracts/) - Boone Health EBP & Best Practice Symposium 2026: Knowing the Best to Be the Best Call for Abstracts! The Boone Health EBP and Best Practice Symposium 2026: Knowing the Best to Be the Best is being held in Columbia, MO on October 23, 2026. The conference call for abstracts opens Wednesday, April 1, 2026, and closes Tuesday, June 30, 2026. Accepted abstract submissions
- [Educational Assistance](https://boone.health/careers/benefits/financial/educational-assistance/) - Commitment to Community Boone Health offers financial assistance for approved educational courses, or professional certification exams, that will enhance job-related knowledge and skills. To learn more about the education assistance benefit, including eligibility, benefit amounts and how to apply, review the Educational Assistance Policy located in Policy Tech. Education Assistance Application To apply for education
- [Boone Appétit Cafe](https://boone.health/patients-visitors/while-you-are-here/food-and-dining/boone-appetit-cafe/) - Commitment to Community Boone Appétit Cafe is located in the main lobby on the first floor, offering Starbucks coffee beverages, fresh pastries and healthy snacks. Each week, experience fresh and unique options for breakfast and lunch, including hot cereals with farro and quinoa, whole-grain deli sandwiches, artisan pizzas and salads. Open Monday through Friday 6:30
- [Sleep Center](https://boone.health/services/neurology-neurosurgery/sleep-medicine/) - Commitment to Community The Sleep Center at Boone Health is a specialized facility for diagnosing and treating sleep disorders. Level I comprehensive polysomnography, which includes monitoring of EEG, EOG, EMG, EKG, airflow, respiratory effort, leg movements and oxygen saturation is available for evaluation of disorders such as sleep related breathing disorders, narcolepsy and periodic movements
- [Life in Columbia](https://boone.health/careers/life-in-columbia/) - Commitment to Community Halfway between St. Louis and Kansas City, Columbia is the heart of mid-Missouri. The city is home to the University of Missouri (Mizzou), Columbia College and Stephens College. Columbia has been recognized by the Carnegie Foundation and Forbes as a great place to live. Whether you enjoy the arts or the outdoors, Columbia has much to offer. The District is home
- [The Learning Center](https://boone.health/careers/nursing-careers/the-learning-center/) - Commitment to Community Boone Health's state of the art Learning Center is composed of simulation rooms, observation rooms, debriefing rooms and classrooms. The four simulation rooms are set up as a typical patient room, including a HillRom bed, caregiver station, family support area, medical gas equipment and blood pressure cuff. Each room also contains a
- [BEE Award](https://boone.health/careers/bee-award/) - Commitment to Community Boone Health presents the BEE Award for employees who Bring Excellent Experiences, to recognize them for Being Exceedingly Exceptional. The BEE Award was established by Boone Health to recognize patient care staff members who support Registered Nurses in delivering exceptional care to our patients and uphold our standards of excellence. In 2018,
- [Graduate Nursing at Boone Health](https://boone.health/careers/nursing-careers/graduate-nursing-at-boone-health/) - $15,000 Sign On Bonus Starting At $29.13/hr Graduate Nursing at Boone Health Boone Health hires Graduate Nurses throughout the year for all our inpatient units and many of our specialty clinics. Our goal is to provide support, so that you have a successful start to your nursing career. Still in nursing school? The Nursing Scholarship
- [Foundation](https://boone.health/foundation/) - BOONE HOSPITAL FOUNDATION Improving the Health of the People and Communities We Serve The Boone Hospital Foundation creates opportunities for individuals, families and organizations to provide support that directly improves patient care and the outreach programs and services of Boone Health. We support efforts such as enhanced patient care, advanced technology, community benefit programs and
- [Radiology](https://boone.health/services/radiology/) - RADIOLOGY A Leader in Radiology The Boone Health Radiology Department is a place where state-of-the-art technology meets compassionate care. Boone Health has long been a regional leader in adopting new imaging technology, allowing caregivers to discover potential health problems sooner, when they are easier to treat. Imaging Ordering Guide X-ray CT MRI Ultrasound Nuclear Medicine
- [Nursing Awards](https://boone.health/nursing-awards/) - Professional Excellence in Nursing Awards The Professional Excellence in Nursing Awards give all Boone Health employees the opportunity to recognize and celebrate outstanding Boone nurses, nursing teams, and partners in caring. Winners are announced each year in May at our Nurses' Week Celebration! Individual Awards Nominate a nurse for each category by following the links
- [Preparing for Baby](https://boone.health/services/childbirth-newborn-services/preparing-for-baby/) - Commitment to Community Having a child is one of life's most joyous events and also one of the most complex. There are so many decisions and choices that need to be made. Below is some basic information for you to review as you prepare for your new arrival. If you have further questions, don't hesitate
- [High Risk Breast Center](https://boone.health/services/harris-breast-center/high-risk-breast-center/) - Commitment to Community During your mammogram, your Harris Breast Center Technologist will ask you questions about your personal and family history and complete a Lifetime Risk Assessment for breast cancer. Research has shown that certain health and family history factors increase your risk of developing breast cancer. If you are at high risk for breast
- [Career Opportunities](https://boone.health/for-medical-professionals/career-opportunities/) - Commitment to Community For a list of open positions at Boone Health, please click the button below! View Open Positions More Information For more information on these opportunities, please contact: Anne Tegerdine, Physician RecruitmentAnne.Tegerdine@Boone.Health For Medical Professionals Patient Transfer Center Career Opportunities Resources CME Opportunities Provider Wellness Anesthesiology Careers Patient Transfer Center 844.BooneTX(844.266.6389) Medical Staff
- [PCT Academy](https://boone.health/careers/pct-academy/) - PCT ACADEMY Patient Care Technician (PCT) Academy Boone Hospital Center's Patient Care Technician (PCT) Academy is a perfect way to learn about giving excellent patient care. A PCT performs various direct patient care functions and works closely with a nurse to ensure our patients receive the highest level of personal care. In this academy, you'll
- [Insurance](https://boone.health/careers/benefits/insurance/) - Commitment to Community Boone Health offers comprehensive insurance options for employees and their families. Please see the attached 2026 New Hire Guide to overview our coverages and offerings. Insurance Medical Vision Dental Pharmacy Insurance Life Flexible Spending Accounts Disability Insurance Workers Compensation Social Security and Medicare Benefit Resources
- [Fit For Delivery](https://boone.health/services/therapy-services/fit-for-delivery/) - Fit For Delivery What is Fit for Delivery? Based on the latest research, Fit for Delivery is designed to provide you with comprehensive education to have a healthy pregnancy, childbirth and postpartum experience. The class will be taught by Boone's highly specialized pelvic floor therapists, dietitians, and lactation consultants. The body goes through significant hormonal
- [Patient Portal](https://boone.health/boone-health-connection/) - Commitment to Community Boone Health Connection is an online tool that goes a step beyond simply displaying information by helping you manage your healthcare easily and securely. Have an Account? If you've completed enrollment, you can log in to Boone Health Connect now. Login Now Pay Your Bill Access your account securely and pay your
- [Mammography](https://boone.health/services/radiology/mammography/) - Commitment to Community The Harris Breast Center at Boone Health offers the latest in screening and diagnostic breast imaging technology to improve the early detection of breast cancer. The staff and physicians at the Harris Breast Center are honored to be a part of your breast health care team. Digital 3D mammography, also known as
- [Notice of Privacy Practices](https://boone.health/patients-visitors/while-you-are-here/notice-of-privacy-practices/) - Notice of Privacy Practices While you are using this Website, you may be linked or directed to other third party websites outside the Site that are beyond Boone Health's control. Each of these third parties may have a privacy policy different from that of Boone Health. Boone Health is not responsible for any actions or
- [Resources](https://boone.health/for-medical-professionals/resources/) - Commitment to Community Forms and Downloads Radiology Imaging Ordering GuideMedical Staff Organization ManualBoone Hospital Credentials PolicyPolicy on Credentialing Medical AffiliatesMedical Staff Rules and RegulationsMedical Staff BylawsLung Cancer Screening - Quick Ordering Tips Available outreach clinic space Looking to expand your practice to other community. Boone Hospital Center has several turnkey options currently available. Inpatient or
- [Ways to Give](https://boone.health/foundation/ways-to-give/) - [seopress_breadcrumbs] Commitment to Community Gift-naming opportunities An excellent way for donors to honor and memorialize a loved one is by dedicating a program or a facility in your loved one's name. Bequest society Help us serve future generations by remembering the Boone Hospital Foundation in your estate plan. There are many ways to leave a
- [Emergency Department](https://boone.health/services/emergency-department/) - Commitment to Community The Emergency Department at Boone Health is an award-winning stroke and STEMI center, providing around-the-clock emergency medical care. About our Emergency Department Our department is located on the east side of Boone Hospital Center, with a separate entrance on S. Ann Street. Our recently expanded and remodeled Emergency Department now has 16 patient
- [Food and Dining](https://boone.health/patients-visitors/while-you-are-here/food-and-dining/) - Commitment to Community Boone Health offers a number of healthy and convenient dining options for visitors, guests, and employees. Open DailyBoone Health Cafeteria Serving hearty, healthy breakfast, lunch and supper options for visitors, guests and employees. Open WeekdaysBoone Appétit Cafe Offering Starbucks coffee beverages, fresh pastries and healthy snacks. For PatientsInpatient Options and Nutrition Learn
- [Cancer Care](https://boone.health/services/cancer-care/) - Commitment to Community The Stewart Cancer Center at Boone Hospital offers a continuum of services, ranging from prevention and detection to diagnosis, treatment, rehabilitative and hospice services. The Stewart Cancer Center receives approximately 2,000 patient admissions for primary or secondary diagnosis of cancer each year. There is a dedicated medical oncology unit consisting of 32 beds
- [Paid Time Off](https://boone.health/careers/benefits/leave-and-other-benefits/paid-time-off/) - Commitment to Community Paid Time Off (PTO) and Personal Sick Time (PST) Boone Health's paid time off (PTO) benefit combines vacation, holidays and sick days to provide flexibility in managing your time away from work. All regular full and part-time benefits eligible employees accrue PTO unless they accrue ATO. Employees may accrue a maximum of
- [Code Boone: An Afternoon In The Country](https://boone.health/foundation/code-boone-an-afternoon-in-the-country/) - Code Boone: An Afternoon In The Country Code Boone: An Afternoon in the County Date: August 23, 2025 Time: 3:30pm-4:30 p.m. Cocktails and Appetizers Cake Walk, Corn Hole, Bourbon and Wine Pull, 50/50 Drawing, Bocce Ball Budweiser Foals Meet and Greet & Photo Ops 4:30 Dinner Served Dessert Program and Entertainment by Steve Barcellona
- [Community Health Needs Assessment](https://boone.health/about-us/chna/) - Commitment to Community The Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act requires nonprofit hospitals to conduct Community Health Needs Assessments (CHNAs), and to make these reports accessible to the public. Conducting these assessments and making them available to the public meets our obligations under these new federal requirements. More than that, these assessments reflect Boone Health's
- [Support Services](https://boone.health/services/cancer-care/support-services/) - Commitment to Community The Boone Hospital Center care team embraces the belief that treatment for cancer is multifaceted and patient-centered, referred to clinically as psychosocial oncology care. This means that every attempt is made to empower the patient to participate as part of the care team and be an active force in treatment decisions. It
- [Procedural Preps](https://boone.health/patients-visitors/before-after-your-visit/procedural-preps/) - Commitment to Community Anesthesia - General Anesthesia for MRI Anesthesia - General Anesthesia for Outpatient Test Angio Brain Carotids WWO CDC AAA Screening CDC Aorta Duplex Limited CDC Aorta Iliac Doppler Study CDC Cardioversion CDC Dobutamine Sestamibi CDC Dobutamine Stress Echo CDC Exercise Sestamibi Stress CDC Exercise Stress Echo CDC Exercise Treadmill CDC LC Cath
- [General Surgery](https://boone.health/services/general-surgery/) - GENERAL SURGERY General Surgery From your first visit to your post-op care, the Boone Health - General Surgery team is here for you 24 hours a day. Inpatient or outpatient, every general surgery procedure is performed in the care, privacy, and safety of Boone Health. Our General Surgery team uses the most advanced surgical techniques
- [Building a Bright Future](https://boone.health/building-a-bright-future/) - BUILDING A BRIGHT FUTURE Boone Health's Search for a Strategic Partner A new strategic partner will help with necessary expansion for mid-Missouri Thank you for visiting this website to learn how Boone Health is building a bright future for mid-Missouri. We are excited to explore the opportunity to grow our services for the hundreds of
- [Latest News](https://boone.health/building-a-bright-future/latest-news/) - LATEST NEWS AND UPDATES As Boone Health embarks on its journey toward a bright future for mid-Missouri health care, we will be posting any announcements or news on this page. While some information will remain private due to confidentiality agreements or legal requirements, we will provide as much as we possible when we can. If
- [Harris Breast Center](https://boone.health/services/harris-breast-center/) - B The Harris Breast Center at Boone Health offers the latest in screening and diagnostic breast imaging technology to improve the early detection of breast cancer. Harris Breast Center and Nifong Imaging Center mammography machines are all 3D and Hi-Definition. The Harris Breast Center also has a longstanding commitment to being a leader in technology.
- [Pharmacy](https://boone.health/services/pharmacy/) - Boone Plaza Pharmacy Boone Plaza Pharmacy is located in the lobby on the first floor, across from the healing garden. We have been in business for over 25 years! Our main focus is filling discharge prescriptions for patients before they leave the hospital as well as providing employee prescriptions. Boone Health's pharmacy offers a variety
- [Search](https://boone.health/careers/search/) - Search for Jobs We're excited that you're interested in exploring a career with Boone Health. Please use one of the links below to search our current openings. Job SearchFor Non-Employees If you are interested in applying for employment, please visit the link below and view our current employment postings. If you are interested in a
- [For Staff](https://boone.health/staff/) - Helpful Links for Staff .Boone Health Intranet Announcements, department specific pages, quick links Boone Health Intranet .Kronos Dimensions Time cards and work schedule Kronos Login .Weekly Menus Boone Cafeteria and Boone Appétit Cafe menus View Menus .Workday Learning, benefits, personal and employee information Workday Login .Employee Health Phone: 573.815.6267Email: employeehealth@boone.health Employee Health Services .Prescription Refill
- [Neurosurgery & Spine Center](https://boone.health/services/neurology-neurosurgery/neurosurgery/) - Neurosurgery & Spine Center Surgical procedures include: Cervical, thoracic, and lumbar spine Minimally-invasive spine Brain tumor Aneurysm Vascular malformation of the brain Hydrocephalus Seizure Peripheral nerve Surgical treatment of movement disorders Our Providers Charles Bondurant, MDTerry Ryan, MDPamela Smith, PhD, FNP-C *Lauren O'Brien, AGACNP-BC * * Accepting New Patients Office and Hours Find us:1605 E.
- [Neurology](https://boone.health/services/neurology/) - Neurology Boone Health offers a complete range of inpatient and outpatient services for neurology and neurosurgery patients. The inpatient neurological program features a 26-bed general nursing care unit and a six-bed neuroscience intensive care unit. From diagnosis through rehabilitation, acute and chronic patient problems are handled with skill and expertise. The complexity of neurologic care
- [Health Payment Account](https://boone.health/careers/benefits/financial/health-payment-account/) - Health Payment Account What is Paytient? Paytient is an interest-free line of credit that helps you and your family better access and afford care. You can use it to pay approved out-of-pocket costs up front and repay over time with no interest or fees. How does it work? Paytient is available to you at no
- [Balance Therapy](https://boone.health/services/therapy-services/balance-therapy/) - Balance Therapy If you are limited by instability and falls, let Boone physical therapists assist you in regaining your stability. Whether your balance difficulties came on suddenly after an injury or have slowly developed over time, therapy is often the best tool to diminish your symptoms. A variety of body systems work together to influence
- [Pulmonary Team](https://boone.health/services/pulmonary-medicine/meet-our-team/) - Pulmonary and Sleep Medicine Tareq Abu-Salah, MD, FCCP Dr. Abu-Salah was born and raised in Kuwait. He attended medical school at the University of Jordan, then moved to the U.S. to complete his medical training. He attended Texas Tech University for his internship, the University of Iowa for residency, and University of Missouri for his
- [Referrals](https://boone.health/services/pulmonary-medicine/referrals/) - Pulmonary and Sleep Medicine If you are a physician's office seeking to refer a patient, please download and complete our referral form and fax it to 573.815.7116. After we schedule your patient, we will contact you with the appointment date and time. Pulmonary Medicine Patient Information Pulmonary Team Referrals
- [Patient Information](https://boone.health/services/pulmonary-medicine/patient-information/) - Boone Pulmonary Medicine We're glad you've chosen Boone Medical Group Pulmonary and Sleep Medicine and look forward to meeting you! To ensure your first visit runs smoothly, please complete the New Patient Packet before your first visit. Are you looking for a pulmonary or sleep physician? If you think you need to see a pulmonary or
- [Leave of Absence](https://boone.health/careers/benefits/leave-and-other-benefits/leave-of-absence/) - Commitment to Community Boone Health provides support to those who need to take extended time away from work to attend to important medical and family issues. Included is the provision of short-term and long-term disability benefits to eligible team members, to help replace some of the income they will lose while unable to work. Short-Term
- [Pharmacy Insurance](https://boone.health/careers/benefits/insurance/pharmacy-insurance/) - Commitment to Community Prescription drug benefits are included in the Boone Health Medical Plan option that you elect when you enroll in Boone Health benefits. In this section, you will find information about receiving prescription medications through the Boone Health Medical Plan. In most cases, for prescription refills, using Boone Plaza Pharmacy or Costco Mail
- [Services We Offer](https://boone.health/services/childbirth-newborn-services/services-we-offer/) - Commitment to Community Boone Health offers an array of services geared toward this exciting time in your life. For more information about any of the services below, please email Brandy.Templeton@Boone.Health or call 573-815-3756. Individualized birth planning Low intervention vaginal delivery Vaginal and cesarean delivery Vaginal birth after cesarean delivery (VBAC) Skin-to-Skin bonding at time of
- [Boone Family Birthplace](https://boone.health/services/childbirth-newborn-services/boone-family-birthplace/) - Commitment to Community With nearly 100 years of bringing new lives into the world, and with a shared vision that our patients and their families are at the center of all we do, the professional staff of the Boone Family Birthplace welcome you. Boone Family Birthplace from Boone Health Family Friendly Care to Meet Your
- [Nursing Externship](https://boone.health/careers/nursing-careers/nursing-programs/nursing-externship/) - Commitment to Community Boone Hospital Center is excited to announce a Nurse Externship Program (NEP) opportunity for qualified nursing students. Nurse externs selected for this program will work in the clinical setting with highly qualified preceptors. The program is structured to allow the nurse extern to see patients on a continuum of care throughout the
- [Request Medical Records](https://boone.health/patients-visitors/before-after-your-visit/request-medical-records/) - Commitment to Community Boone Health is committed to collecting, maintaining and providing quality patient health information. Begin Your Medical Record Request The easiest way to request medical records is to click on the link above. Alternatively, you may download the appropriate form below. For Patients, Parents, and GuardiansRequest for Access to Protected Health Information Please
- [Retirement & Financial Planning](https://boone.health/careers/benefits/financial/retirement-financial-planning/) - Commitment to Community Our team members' financial health is very important to us. That's why we offer a 401k offering with an employer match of 100% up to the first 6%. Boone Health also offers numerous investment options through Empower. 401(k) Plan The sooner you start saving, the better your financial future will be. Boone
- [Advance Directives](https://boone.health/patients-visitors/while-you-are-here/spiritual-care/advance-directives/) - Commitment to Community As a courtesy service, Boone Hospital Center's social workers offer education regarding advance directives (such as Living Wills, Durable Power of Attorney for Health Care, and Health Care Directive). Our staff will explain the use of these documents, how they differ, and answer questions. Anyone may request this service - you need
- [While You Are Here](https://boone.health/patients-visitors/while-you-are-here/) - Commitment to Community Boone Hospital Center takes great pride in providing patients with the best possible medical care and we intend to make a patient's stay here as pleasant and comfortable as possible. If you have any questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to ask any employee for assistance. We are all here to assist
- [Spiritual Care Services](https://boone.health/patients-visitors/while-you-are-here/spiritual-care/) - Commitment to Community Boone Hospital Center chaplains provide spiritual care, counseling and support for patients and families. They serve as resources in the crisis of hospitalization by helping families and patients find the strength to deal with natural fears, worries, doubts and questions which may arise in the face of illness. Boone Hospital Center chaplains
- [What a Donation Can Do](https://boone.health/foundation/what-a-donation-can-do/) - Commitment to Community The foundation uses contributions to provide Your generous donation can be applied to any of the below funds. Community Outreach This fund helps provide supplies and educational materials for programs on the Mobile Health Unit Including Skin cancer screenings, A1C screening and Patient Medication Discharge Assistance. Neonatal Intensive Care Nursery This fund
- [Frequently Asked Questions](https://boone.health/building-a-bright-future/frequently-asked-questions/) - FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS As Boone Health begins an exploration to determine if a strategic partnership is appropriate, we know that there will be many questions. Please see below as we have worked to answer some of those questions. As more information is available, we will update this page accordingly. Building a Bright Future Why is
- [Maps, Directions, and Locations](https://boone.health/patients-visitors/before-after-your-visit/maps-directions-and-locations/) - Commitment to Community Download our campus map Here. Boone Health Clinics: Boone Health Primary Care - Broadway Find us: 1605 East Broadway Suite 110 Columbia, MO 65201 Contact us: Call: 573.815.8130 Fax: 573.815.8149 Directions Boone Health Primary Care - Nifong Find us: 900 W. Nifong Boulevard Suite 101 Columbia, MO 65203 Contact us: Call: 573.815.6640 Fax: 573.815.6644 Directions
- [Care Team](https://boone.health/services/orthopaedic-care/care-team/) - Commitment to Community Boone Health has a long tradition as a leader in surgical and nonsurgical orthopaedic treatment. Our services are comprehensive and multidisciplinary, involving a team of professionals who can help patients from pre-surgery, through rehabilitation and following discharge. Surgeons Boone Hospital Center's Orthopaedic Service Line is staffed by the talented surgeons from Columbia
- [Orthopaedic Care](https://boone.health/services/orthopaedic-care/) - Commitment to Community Boone Health is leading the way in surgical and nonsurgical orthopaedic care. With a highly trained team of orthopaedic caregivers including surgeons, nurses and therapists, the orthopaedics department is here to provide you or your loved one care at all levels. Orthopaedic Specialties Boone Health offers an array of bone and joint
- [Nursing at Boone Health](https://boone.health/careers/nursing-careers/nursing-at-boone-health/) - Commitment to Community Boone Health Nurse - Oct 2023 from Boone Health Boone Health's Patient Care Services (PCS) team has a culture of staying focused; delivering outstanding compassionate, quality care; and realizing results - and our results are simply excellent! For the five years in a row, Boone has been recognized both as a 5-star
- [Nursing Scholarship](https://boone.health/careers/nursing-careers/nursing-programs/nursing-scholarship/) - Commitment to Community The Nursing Scholarship at Boone Health is a financial award up to the amount of $5,000 provided by the Boone Hospital Foundation. The award is paid directly to the college/university in divided amounts for the remainder of the semesters of coursework for the scholarship recipient. Scholarship Criteria: Current student in an associate
- [Nursing Programs](https://boone.health/careers/nursing-careers/nursing-programs/) - Commitment to Community Nursing has never been as professionally demanding as it is today. With ever-changing clinical protocols, evolving care models and the growing complexity of modern medicine, it can be hard to keep up. We'll help you continue your education, develop your skills and advance your education. We offer flexible scheduling and other benefits
- [Flexible Spending Accounts](https://boone.health/careers/benefits/insurance/flexible-spending-accounts/) - Commitment to Community Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) reduce your taxable income by allowing you to set aside pre-tax dollars to use toward eligible health care and dependent day care expenses throughout the year. This pre-tax deduction lowers your taxable income, reducing the amount of tax you owe on your bi-weekly paycheck. You do not have
- [Benefits](https://boone.health/careers/benefits/) - Commitment to Community As your career evolves, our compensation and benefits packages are designed to change with you - meeting needs now and anticipating what comes next. We know that when Boone Health takes care of you, you can take better care of our patients. Boone Health offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits program that
- [Adoption Assistance](https://boone.health/careers/benefits/financial/adoption-assistance/) - Commitment to Community Boone Health offers financial assistance if you use a licensed agency to adopt a child under age 18. A combination of documented expenses, including agency and legal fees and pre-adoption costs are accepted for reimbursement. Full-time employees (35 hours or more per week) with one year of service, are eligible to receive
- [Pelvic Floor Therapy](https://boone.health/services/therapy-services/pelvic-floor-therapy/) - Commitment to Community WHAT IS PELVIC FLOOR THERAPY? The muscles of the pelvic floor sit inside the pelvis and support your internal organs, assist proper bowel and bladder function, contribute to sexual function, and support healthy movement of your hips and core. In other words, they are involved in a huge variety of daily activities
- [Breast Care](https://boone.health/services/breast-care/) - BREAST CARE Boone Health Breast Care Boone Health Breast Care provides exceptional breast care with compassion and expertise. Our dedicated team of specialists offers advanced diagnostics, personalized treatment plans, and cutting-edge technology to ensure the best outcomes. From routine screenings to complex procedures, we are committed to delivering comprehensive, patient-centered care in a supportive environment.
- [GYN Oncology & Surgery](https://boone.health/services/gyn-oncology-and-surgery/) - GYN ONCOLOGY & SURGERY GYN Oncology & Surgery At Boone Health GYN Oncology & Surgery, we believe in a team approach. Dr. Crowder and Nurse Practitioner Rachel have worked together exclusively since 2004. Many patient issues will be managed directly by either Rachel or another member of the team, with the supervision or guidance of
- [Accepted Insurance](https://boone.health/patients-visitors/before-after-your-visit/accepted-insurance/) - Commitment to Community If your insurance plan is not listed below, contact your insurance plan directly to find out if Boone Health is participating with your specific insurance policy. The contact information for your insurance is typically listed on the back of your insurance card. For Medicare eligible patients additional assistance may be obtained
- [YouDecide - Boone Perks](https://boone.health/careers/benefits/leave-and-other-benefits/discounts/) - Commitment to Community The Boone Health Employee Discount Program - YouDecide provides you with access to a one-stop, single-destination portal featuring hundreds of discounted consumer products and services, exclusively for you and your family. In addition, if you are a full-time employee or a part-time Boone Health employee working 24 or more hours per week,
- [Stroke Center](https://boone.health/services/neurology-neurosurgery/stroke-center/) - Commitment to Community Watch Jennifer Truesdale's survivor story, courtesy of the American Heart and Stroke Association. Boone Health is certified as a Level I Stroke Center by the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services. Because of these designations, regulations may require more stroke patients to be sent to Boone for treatment. These regulations were put
- [Joint Replacement](https://boone.health/services/orthopaedic-care/joint-replacement/) - Commitment to Community The orthopaedic specialists at Boone Health understand that joint pain can impact how active you can be in your daily life. Whether you are choosing to have a total hip replacement or a total knee replacement you want to be where the surgeons and caregivers have the most experience. The orthopaedic specialists
- [Spine Care](https://boone.health/services/orthopaedic-care/spine-care/) - Commitment to Community Whether you have injured your back or are suffering from a chronic condition that involves back pain, the orthopaedic specialists and staff at Boone Health are here to help you find the relief you need. Specialty trained nurses and therapists work alongside our neurosurgical and orthopaedic specialists to offer the latest in
- [Quality & Safety](https://boone.health/about-us/quality-safety/) - Commitment to Community Boone's Commitment to Quality Boone Health is committed to improving the health and well-being of the people and communities it serves through leadership, education, innovation and excellence in medicine. The goal is to be the national model among health care delivery organizations as measured by our: Outstanding patient advocacy and loyalty Unsurpassed
- [Primary Care](https://boone.health/services/primary-care/) - Commitment to Community At Boone Medical Group, we believe everyone should have easy access to world-class care. That's why we have over 30 providers who are located close to home, wherever you happen to live. They're all affiliated with Boone Health which is ranked among the top in the nation by US News and World
- [Critical Illness Insurance](https://boone.health/careers/benefits/insurance/critical-illness-insurance/) - Commitment to Community Critical illness insurance provides a benefit payment that can help with medical bills after a heart attack, stroke or other unexpected covered medical condition. Like hospital indemnity insurance, this benefit doesn't replace medical coverage - it complements it. Choose this supplemental health insurance product for added protection. Common conditions covered by critical
- [Hospital Indemnity Insurance](https://boone.health/careers/benefits/insurance/hospital-indemnity-insurance/) - Commitment to Community Out-of-pocket costs from a stay in a hospital or other medical facility can be overwhelming. As expenses add up, hospital indemnity insurance can help. This benefit doesn't replace your medical coverage; instead, the benefit complements it. The benefit payments don't go out to pay for medical bills or treatments you may need;
- [Accident Insurance](https://boone.health/careers/benefits/insurance/accident-insurance/) - Commitment to Community When an injury happens, accident insurance can help. This voluntary coverage provides a benefit payment after a covered accident that results in certain injuries and treatments listed in the benefit summary. To be eligible, the accident must happen outside of work. Some of the most common treatments and conditions covered by accident
- [Medical](https://boone.health/careers/benefits/insurance/medical/) - Commitment to Community Boone Health offers two medical options: Choice Plus and Choice. Both are administered by AmeriBen, allow access to the Anthem BCBS-MO Blue Access Choice Network of preferred providers, and cover the same medical services. Similarities and differences: Both medical options include prescription drug coverage. In general, you will pay more out of
- [Hospitalists](https://boone.health/patients-visitors/while-you-are-here/hospitalists/) - Commitment to Community As the admitting and attending physician group for many patients in our hospital, the mission of the Hospitalist Group is to provide exceptional patient care that is compassionate, well-coordinated, and tailored to the unique needs of our individual patients while working closely with our fellow medical and nursing staff team members. Boone
- [Volunteer Opportunities](https://boone.health/careers/volunteers/volunteer-opportunities/) - Volunteer Opportunities Our volunteers are often the first interaction our patients or guests will have with Boone Health. Volunteers support our staff, nurses, and physicians in various capacities around the hospital. This support allows our professionals to focus on our patients. Below are the volunteer opportunities available at Boone Health in our medical units or
- [Physician Openings at Boone Health](https://boone.health/physician-openings-at-boone-health/) - PHYSICIAN OPENINGS Commitment to Community Join our growing teams practicing to improve the health of the people and communities we serve. Boone Nurses from Boone Health Boone Health Specialties: Primary Care* Neurosurgery* Heart Surgery* Diabetes and Endocrinology* Infectious Diseases Palliative Care* General Surgery* Bariatric Surgery Vascular Surgery* Intensivists* Pulmonology & Critical Care Radiology Hospitalist Medicine*
- [Social Media Disclaimer](https://boone.health/social-media-disclaimer/) - By participating in this social media forum, you acknowledge and agree that (1) you may be voluntarily sharing aspects of your protected health information, as that term is defined by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 and its supporting regulations, (2) Boone Health is not responsible for the release of this information within this forum, (3) Boone Health does not represent that any
- [For Medical Professionals](https://boone.health/for-medical-professionals/) - [seopress_breadcrumbs] Commitment to Community Boone Hospital Center's mission is to improve the health of the people and communities we serve. Our physicians play a critical role in this effort. Boone Hospital is home to a broad and diverse family of physicians serving patients with a comprehensive set of services in general and specialty practice areas.
- [Magnet Designation](https://boone.health/careers/nursing-careers/magnet-designation/) - [seopress_breadcrumbs] Commitment to Community Boone Hospital Center (BHC) has attained Magnet® recognition as part of the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) Magnet Recognition Program® for a fifth consecutive time, indicating the high standard of excellence that Boone Hospital nurses achieve every day for patients. Magnet is the highest honor a health care organization can receive
- [Childbirth & Newborn Services](https://boone.health/services/childbirth-newborn-services/) - CHILDBIRTH & NEWBORN SERVICES [seopress_breadcrumbs] Childbirth & Newborn Services at Boone Health Every birth is unique and every baby is a special gift. We are honored to be part of this exciting time in your life. From unique programs to our commitment to meeting our patients needs, there are many reasons we hope you will
- [Boone Health Medical Group](https://boone.health/services/boone-medical-group/) - [seopress_breadcrumbs] Commitment to Community At Boone Health Medical Group, we have a team of providers that specialize in Family Practice, Internal Medicine, General Surgery, Cardiovascular Surgery, Pulmonary Medicine, Sleep Medicine, Endocrinology and Podiatry. Are clinics are located throughout mid-Missouri allowing our patients easy access to world-class care. Primary Care Convenient Care General Surgery Heart Surgery
- [Class Registration](https://boone.health/services/childbirth-newborn-services/class-registration/) - [seopress_breadcrumbs] Class Registration Pregnancy is a time for you and your family to share in the celebration of new life. Boone Health recognizes that the family bond begins during pregnancy and continues throughout the birth and development of the child. Our Family Life Education programs provide all family members the opportunity to share in this
- [Occupational Medicine](https://boone.health/services/occupational-medicine/) - OCCUPATIONAL MEDICINE [seopress_breadcrumbs] Boone Health Occupational Medicine Occupational Medicine of Mid Missouri has become Boone Health Occupational Medicine. Now a part of the Boone Medical Group, this clinic has provided occupational health services to mid-Missouri businesses, both large and small, since 1999. Under the new name, the same great services will be provided by the
- [Infant Safety and CPR](https://boone.health/services/birthplace/family-life-education-classes/infant-safety-and-cpr/) - [seopress_breadcrumbs] Commitment to Community Basic parenting information, infant safety and how to prepare for emergencies. CPR instructors are certified by the American Heart Association. The two-hour classes are scheduled from 6 pm to 8 pm on Monday evenings. Register Now For more information about Boone Family Birthplace's Family Life Education programs, please call 573.815.3756 or contact:
- [Better Beginnings with Breastfeeding](https://boone.health/services/birthplace/family-life-education-classes/better-beginnings-with-breastfeeding/) - [seopress_breadcrumbs] Commitment to Community Breastfeeding offers benefits for mother and baby. While breastfeeding is natural, it is a learned skill. This class is designed to provide breastfeeding education, support and guidance. Register Now Benefits of Breastfeeding The longer you breastfeed, the greater the benefits! Benefits for Baby Breast milk is the perfect composition for baby.
- [Gastric Bypass](https://boone.health/bariatrics/surgical-bariatric-procedures/gastric-bypass/) - [seopress_breadcrumbs] Commitment to Community Gastric Bypass Patients Can Lose Up To 30-40% Of Excess Weight Our bariatric surgeons are experienced in performing all three major bariatric procedures, including the Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass, which is considered the gold standard in bariatric weight loss. What is Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass Surgery? The Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass is a surgical
- [Sleeve Gastrectomy](https://boone.health/bariatrics/surgical-bariatric-procedures/sleeve-gastrectomy/) - [seopress_breadcrumbs] Commitment to Community Gastric Sleeve is an Effective Surgical Weight Loss Procedure Gastric sleeve surgery has become popular because it works for those that meet the qualifications and stick to the lifestyle changes. With the vertical sleeve gastrectomy, the stomach is restricted by stapling and dividing it vertically. More than 60-80% of the stomach
- [Inpatient Rehabilitation](https://boone.health/services/inpatient-rehabilitation/) - INPATIENT REHABILITATION [seopress_breadcrumbs] Boone Health Inpatient Rehabilitation Boone Health has been serving Boone County and beyond since 1921. At Boone Health, our mission is to improve the health of the people and communities we serve. The focus of the Boone Health Inpatient Rehabilitation Unit is to provide excellent care to help patients maximize their functional
- [21st Annual Boone Hospital Foundation Classic](https://boone.health/foundation/21st-annual-boone-hospital-foundation-classic/) - [seopress_breadcrumbs] Commitment to Community Thank you to our Foundation Classic Sponsors! A huge thank you to our hole sponsors and in-kind sponsors: Hole Sponsors: Midwest Alarm Services Morrison Healthcare Boyce & Bynum BreakTime Septagon Construction Cardinal Elevator Columbia Landcare Will Electronics Meyer Electric Healthcare Services Group Environmental Engineering Paytient Technologies Nichols Mohs & Skin Surgery
- [DAISY Award](https://boone.health/careers/nursing-careers/daisy-award/) - [seopress_breadcrumbs] Commitment to Community The DAISY Award is a nationwide program that rewards and celebrates the extraordinary clinical skill and compassionate care given by nurses every day. About The DAISY Foundation The DAISY Foundation was established in 2000 by the family of J. Patrick Barnes who died of complications of an auto-immune disease at the
- [Gala](https://boone.health/foundation/gala/) - [seopress_breadcrumbs] 2024 Gala Save the Date - August 24th Boone Hospital Foundation Office: 573-815-2800 E-mail: Monica.Collins@boone.health Foundation Upcoming Foundation Events Grateful Patient Our Story Ways to Give What a Donation Can Do Board of Directors The Healing Garden Gala 21st Annual Boone Hospital Foundation Classic Give Now!
- [Prevention and Screening](https://boone.health/services/cancer-care/prevention-and-screening/) - [seopress_breadcrumbs] Cancer Prevention and Screening Types of Cancer Screening Screening tests can help find cancer at an early stage, before symptoms appear. When abnormal tissue or cancer is found early, it may be easier to treat or cure. By the time symptoms appear, the cancer may have grown and spread. This can make the cancer
- [Lung Cancer Screening](https://boone.health/services/cancer-care/prevention-and-screening/lung-cancer-screening/) - [seopress_breadcrumbs] Commitment to Community Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer deaths in America, Lung cancer can go undiagnosed for a long time because symptoms usually do not appear until the cancer is spread. If lung cancer is caught before it spreads, the liklihood of surviving 5 years or more improves to 63%.* Therfore,
- [CT](https://boone.health/services/radiology/ct/) - [seopress_breadcrumbs] CT What is CT? Computerized tomography or "CT" is an imaging procedure in which a narrow x-ray beam rotates around the body, taking a series of x-rays from different angles. These pictures are then sent to a computer, where they are combined to generate cross-sectional images-or "slices"-of the body. These slices may also be
- [CME Opportunities](https://boone.health/for-medical-professionals/cme-opportunities/) - [seopress_breadcrumbs] Commitment to Community Throughout the year, Boone Health's education department offers CME opportunities for area healthcare professionals. Please see below for the latest information and registration details. There are currently no CME events scheduled For Medical Professionals Patient Transfer Center Career Opportunities Resources CME Opportunities Provider Wellness Patient Transfer Center 844.BooneTX(844.266.6389) Medical Staff
- [What to Expect](https://boone.health/services/woundhealing/what-to-expect/) - [seopress_breadcrumbs] Commitment to Community Specialists working together for you. Our center is staffed with a unique team of doctors, nurses, and therapists all dedicated to healing chronic wounds. The causes of wounds are complex, and our group represents expertise in all of the major areas necessary to handle your varied circumstances and challenges. Whatever it
- [Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy](https://boone.health/services/woundhealing/hyperbaric-oxygen-therapy/) - [seopress_breadcrumbs] Commitment to Community Hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) helps the body's oxygen-dependent, wound-healing mechanisms function more efficiently. While enclosed in a chamber at greater-than normal atmospheric pressure, patients breathe pure oxygen, saturating their blood plasma and allowing it to carry from 15 to 20 times the normal amount of healing oxygen to the body's tissues.
- [Wound Healing](https://boone.health/services/woundhealing/) - WOUND HEALING CENTER [seopress_breadcrumbs] Boone Health Wound Healing Center Wound Care With our caring staff and specialized treatment plans developed just for you, we have what you need to get back on your feet again. Most of our treatments are covered by Medicare/Medicaid, HMOs, and other private insurance plans. We are experts at caring for
- [Ostomy Care](https://boone.health/services/woundhealing/ostomy-care/) - [seopress_breadcrumbs] Ostomy Care What is an ostomy? Every year, over 130,000 Americans of all ages receive life-saving ostomy surgery. Bodily waste is rerouted from its usual path and passes through a surgically created opening in the abdominal wall, called a stoma. Ostomy surgery changes how stool or urine leaves your body. The ostomy drains into
- [Patient Transfer Center](https://boone.health/tx/) - [seopress_breadcrumbs] Patient Transfer Center One call gets your patient to the right physician and the right service at the right time. The Boone Health Patient Transfer Center features the latest in telecommunications technology and is staffed by nurses with diverse clinical knowledge. Our team is available 24/7 and will facilitate every step of the transfer
- [Bringing Up Boone Babies](https://boone.health/services/birthplace/family-life-education-classes/bringing-up-boone-babies/) - [seopress_breadcrumbs] Commitment to Community Are you raising a newborn, infant or toddler? Do you have questions about feeding a picky eater or calming a fussy baby? Do you want to connect with other parents? Bringing Up Boone Babies is a monthly support group provided by Boone Family Birthplace. This hour-long session is led by a
- [Labyrinth](https://boone.health/patients-visitors/while-you-are-here/spiritual-care/labyrinth/) - [seopress_breadcrumbs] Commitment to Community In recent times, patients, medical professionals and clergy have searched for complementary forms of healing. One such method is walking a labyrinth. Walking this path can be a personal pilgrimage to spiritual wholeness and healing of the mind, body and spirit. Labyrinths can be found in almost every religion and every
- [Childbirth in a Day](https://boone.health/services/birthplace/family-life-education-classes/childbirth-in-a-day/) - [seopress_breadcrumbs] Commitment to Community All Family Life Education classes are currently virtual. Our Child Birth in a Day provides the information in our Prepared Childbirth classes in one session. All classes are on Saturday, from 9 am to 12 pm. Due to COVID-19 restrictions, all classes are currently being held virtually and tours of the
- [Family Life Education Classes](https://boone.health/services/birthplace/family-life-education-classes/) - [seopress_breadcrumbs] Commitment to Community Pregnancy is a time for you and your family to share in the celebration of new life. Boone Health recognizes that the family bond begins during pregnancy and continues throughout the birth and development of the child. Our Family Life Education programs provide all family members the opportunity to share in
- [Dental](https://boone.health/careers/benefits/insurance/dental/) - [seopress_breadcrumbs] Commitment to Community Boone Health offers two dental options, High and Low, administered by Delta Dental of Missouri. Both dental options provide access to the Delta Dental Premier network, featuring 80 percent of dental care providers nationwide and access to the Delta Dental PPO (preferred provider organization) network, which includes nearly 50 percent of
- [Oncology Data Services](https://boone.health/services/cancer-care/oncology-data-services/) - [seopress_breadcrumbs] Commitment to Community Breast Cancer Program Statistics The breast cancer screening program at Harris Breast Center, within the Boone Hospital Center for Advanced Medicine is a state-of-the-art facility for screening and diagnosis of breast cancer. Exams that are offered include 3D mammography, breast ultrasound and breast MRI along with US, stereotactic and MRI guided
- [Infectious Diseases](https://boone.health/services/id/) - [seopress_breadcrumbs] Commitment to Community Boone Medical Group Infectious Diseases is staffed by Phillip Beck, MD. Dr. Beck earned his medical degree from the University of Missouri, where he also completed his residency in Internal Medicine and his fellowship in Infectious Diseases. Services Include: Bone/joint/skin infection Device/hardware infection Intra-abdominal infection Chest infection (lung, heart valves) Infection
- [The Healing Garden](https://boone.health/patients-visitors/while-you-are-here/the-healing-garden/) - [seopress_breadcrumbs] Commitment to Community Tucked between Boone Hospital Center's patient tower and central building, the Barbara A. Weaver Healing Garden offers a tranquil place for patients, visitors and employees. Flowers, trees, waterfalls and soothing music create a healing atmosphere for all to enjoy. The Healing Garden opened in 2012 with support from donors to Boone Hospital Foundation. Many of our Healing
- [Visitor Policy](https://boone.health/patients-visitors/while-you-are-here/visitor-policy/) - [seopress_breadcrumbs] Commitment to Community Boone Hospital visiting hours are from 8 a.m. - 8 p.m. Children under the age of 12 must be accompanied by an adult Overnight visitors need to be approved by hospital staff No more than four visitors should be in a patient's room at a time Masks are required if you:
- [Sealed Bid Items](https://boone.health/sealed-bid-items/) - [seopress_breadcrumbs] Sealed Bid Items CH Allied Services, Inc. d/b/a Boone Hospital Center ("BHC") requests sealed bids for the purchase of the following items: 12 white 2021 Hyundai Elantra SEs BHC's former home health agency vehicles. Each vehicle is numbered (1-16), labeled with the vehicle ID, odometer reading, and any known information about the vehicle. Displayed
- [Community Resources](https://boone.health/patients-visitors/before-after-your-visit/community-resources/) - [seopress_breadcrumbs] GET CONNECTED. GET HELP. 211 specialists can connect you with a wide range of resources and services. Contact 211 today to get expert, caring help with food, health care, housing and utilities payment assistance, employment services, veteran services, childcare, crisis, and emergency counseling, disaster assistance, and more. Dial 2-1-1 or 1-800-427-4626 | TTY: 866-385-6525
- [DEXA](https://boone.health/services/radiology/dexa/) - [seopress_breadcrumbs] DEXA What is a DEXA Scan? Osteoporosis is a disease that is gaining increased attention as more people live longer. With early detection, a number of treatments are available to maintain or improve bone density. A Dual-Energy X-Ray Absorptiometry (DEXA) test is a bone density study used to determine whether or not you have
- [Breast Feeding Support](https://boone.health/services/childbirth-newborn-services/newborn-care/breast-feeding-support/) - [seopress_breadcrumbs] Commitment to Community Boone Health's Lactation Program is here to help you before your baby is born! As part of our Family Life Education series, you may attend our Better Beginnings with Breast Feeding Class to prepare for the arrival of your baby. From the moment of birth, breast feeding is encouraged with skin-to-skin care
- [Linx®](https://boone.health/services/general-surgery/linx/) - [seopress_breadcrumbs] LINX® Reflux Management System The LINX Reflux Management System is a laparoscopic, fundic-sparing anti-reflux procedure indicated for patients diagnosed with Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD). LINX™ is a flexible ring of small magnets placed around the lower esophageal sphincter (LES)-the strength of the magnets is precisely calibrated to help keep the weak LES closed to prevent
- [Neurology & Neurosurgery](https://boone.health/services/neurology-neurosurgery/) - [seopress_breadcrumbs] Commitment to Community Boone Health offers a complete range of inpatient and outpatient services for neurology and neurosurgery patients. The inpatient neurological program features a 26-bed general nursing care unit and a six-bed neuroscience intensive care unit. From diagnosis through rehabilitation, acute and chronic patient problems are handled with skill and expertise. The complexity
- [Books for Babies](https://boone.health/services/childbirth-newborn-services/newborn-care/books-for-babies/) - [seopress_breadcrumbs] Commitment to Community Seeing a need to enhance the bond between babies in the Intensive Care Nursery and their parents, neonatologist Colleen Rose developed the Books for Babies Program at a Springfield, MO hospital. The Intensive Care Nursery at Boone Hospital Center has adopted the participatory reading program that began at BHC in November '98 with
- [NICU](https://boone.health/services/childbirth-newborn-services/newborn-care/nicu/) - [seopress_breadcrumbs] Commitment to Community Pregnancy is usually a time of excitement and anticipation. Will you be welcoming a boy or a girl? How big will the baby be? But sometimes babies come early. No one anticipates having a premature baby --or seeing a newborn develop an illness. Yet it does happen. If it does, the
- [Intensive Care Nursery](https://boone.health/services/intensive-care-nursery/) - [seopress_breadcrumbs] Commitment to Community Pregnancy is usually a time of excitement and anticipation. Will you be welcoming a boy or a girl? How big will the baby be? But sometimes babies come early. No one anticipates having a premature baby --or seeing a newborn develop an illness. Yet it does happen. If it does, the
- [Flexible Nurse Scheduling](https://boone.health/careers/nursing-careers/nursing-programs/flexible-nurse-scheduling/) - [seopress_breadcrumbs] Commitment to Community Do you like choosing the days you want to work without the commitment of a set schedule? How about making some extra money by picking up an extra shift? Boone Health's flexible staffing programs provide the optimal work-life balance for nurses. Enjoy your nursing career at the area's employer of choice
- [Common Procedures](https://boone.health/services/general-surgery/common-procedures/) - [seopress_breadcrumbs] Common Procedures Abdominal Procedures Appendectomy (appendix removal) Cholecystectomy (gallbladder removal) Splenectomy (removing part or the whole spleen) Melanoma (skin cancer anywhere on the body) Hernia surgeries (Hiatal, inguinal, parastomal, umbilical, incisional, ventral, and recurrent hernias) Small bowel obstruction Colorectal Procedures Cancer of the colon, rectum, or anus Hemorrhoid banding and surgery Condyloma (Anal warts)
- [Surgery](https://boone.health/services/surgery/) - [seopress_breadcrumbs] Surgical Services When it comes to patient safety and satisfaction, Boone Hospital Center has no equal in mid-Missouri. Our surgeons have been with Boone Hospital for 15 years on average and include specialists in cardiovascular and thoracic, plastic, orthopedic, vascular, ophthalmologic, urologic, oral, neurologic, otolaryngologic, dental, gynecologic, and general surgery. Our surgical staff is
- [Associate Degree in Nursing](https://boone.health/careers/bbim-scholarship/associate-degree-in-nursing/) - [seopress_breadcrumbs] Associate Degree in Nursing The Associates Degree in Nursing program is provided through Moberly Area Community College (MACC). This program provides a combination of subject matter and clinical experiences designed to prepare you to provide high-quality, safe, effective, patient-centered care to individuals or groups of individuals with well-defined health problems. After graduating from the
- [Insurance Coverage](https://boone.health/services/nutrition/diabetes-education/insurance-coverage/) - [seopress_breadcrumbs] Nutrition Counseling and Education We suggest that you contact your health insurance company regarding coverage. It is your responsibility to contact your insurance company regarding coverage or prior authorization for any outpatient Diabetes & Nutrition Counseling services requested by your physician. Helpful Information When you call your insurance company, you may be asked
- [Insurance Coverage](https://boone.health/services/nutrition/insurance-coverage/) - [seopress_breadcrumbs] Nutrition Counseling and Education We suggest that you contact your health insurance company regarding coverage. It is your responsibility to contact your insurance company regarding coverage or prior authorization for any outpatient Diabetes & Nutrition Counseling services requested by your physician. Helpful Information When you call your insurance company, you may be asked
- [Gestational Diabetes](https://boone.health/services/nutrition/diabetes-education/gestational-diabetes/) - [seopress_breadcrumbs] Nutrition Counseling and Education Gestational diabetes is a type of diabetes that happens during pregnancy. Unlike type 1 diabetes, gestational diabetes is not caused by having too little insulin. Instead a hormone made by your placenta keeps your body from using the insulin as it should. This is called insulin resistance. Blood sugar (glucose)
- [Additional Resources](https://boone.health/services/nutrition/diabetes-education/additional-resources/) - [seopress_breadcrumbs] Nutrition Counseling and Education Apps for your phone "Take control of your goals. Track calories, breakdown ingredients, and log activities with MyFitnessPal. Search over 11 million foods in our databases." Compatible with some fitness tackers such as Fitbit and Apple products Food journal app - Count calories and nutrients by taking a picture A
- [About Diabetes](https://boone.health/services/nutrition/diabetes-education/about-diabetes/) - [seopress_breadcrumbs] Nutrition Counseling and Education Diabetes is a chronic illness that causes blood sugar to remain higher than normal. In a person with diabetes, the pancreas makes little or no insulin, or the body does not use the insulin made by the pancreas. While some people with diabetes have no symptoms, many experience one or
- [Meet Your Provider](https://boone.health/services/medicalspa/meet-your-provider/) - [seopress_breadcrumbs] Meet Your Provider .Tiffany Carmichael Tiffany Carmichael is a board certified family nurse practitioner and trained aesthetic provider. She began her career in the beauty industry in 2005 after graduating with her Cosmetology license. She worked as a hairstylist for over six years. She then pursued her passion for nursing earning her Bachelor's from
- [Patients & Visitors](https://boone.health/patients-visitors/) - [seopress_breadcrumbs] Commitment to Community While You Are Here Before & After Your Visit Patient Experience 573.815.6047 Billing Questions & Concerns 573.815.3305 Patient Portal Boone Health Connection Visitors Visitor Policy Hospital Map View the patient map
- [Designated Comprehensive Breast Imaging Center](https://boone.health/services/harris-breast-center/designated-comprehensive-breast-imaging-center/) - [seopress_breadcrumbs] Commitment to Community Boone Health's Harris Breast Center was recently designated as a Designated Comprehensive Breast Imaging Center by the American College of Radiology. Achieving this recognition requires a facility to be accredited in multiple areas of breast cancer diagnostics, including mammography, stereotactic biopsy, breast ultrasound (including ultrasound-guided breast biopsy) and breast MRI. The
- [Robotic Bariatric Surgery](https://boone.health/bariatrics/surgical-bariatric-procedures/robotic-bariatric-surgery/) - [seopress_breadcrumbs] Commitment to Community A High-Tech Solution to Obesity A major advantage of having your Bariatric Weight Loss surgery at Boone Hospital Center is that we are a top-ranked hospital. This means our program has access to and can invest in the latest technology for our patients. The da Vinci surgical system was one of
- [BMI Calculator](https://boone.health/bariatrics/bmi-calculator/) - [seopress_breadcrumbs] Commitment to Community Adult BMI Calculator Body Mass Index Calculator Rather than relying only on the bathroom scale to tell you if you're overweight, experts say you should also know your body mass index (BMI). BMI takes into account not just your weight, but also your height to indicate body fat. The goal for
- [Make an Appointment](https://boone.health/services/nutrition/make-an-appointment/) - [seopress_breadcrumbs] Nutrition Counseling and Education I am covered by Boone Hospital Center's medical insurance as an employee or family member of an employee. Call us at 573.815.3870 All others: Referral to any of the Diabetes Education and Nutrition Services are coordinated through your physician; a physician order is required. Ask your physician to fax the completed
- [Licensed Practical Nurse](https://boone.health/careers/bbim-scholarship/licensed-practical-nurse/) - [seopress_breadcrumbs] Licensed Practical Nurse Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) training is provided through Moberly Area Community College (MACC) or State Fair Community College (SFCC). This program is designed to prepare students for employment in a variety of care settings, including hospital, long-term care facility, home health and outpatient clinics. Students will learn skills in patient care
- [Disability Insurance](https://boone.health/careers/benefits/insurance/disability/) - [seopress_breadcrumbs] Commitment to Community Boone Health provides support to those who need to take extended time away from work due to important medical and family issues. Included is the provision of short-term and long-term disability benefits to eligible employees, to help replace some of the income they will lose while disabled. Short-Term Disability Boone Health
- [Weight Loss Surgery Online Seminar](https://boone.health/services/surgery/weight-loss-surgery/wlsonline/) - Online Weight Loss Surgery Seminar Please watch the following three videos to learn more about the weight loss surgery process and various options. When complete, check the box below to indicate that you have completed the online seminar.
- [Online Weight Loss Surgery Seminar Registration](https://boone.health/bariatrics/seminars-and-support-groups/online-weight-loss-surgery-seminar-registration/) - [seopress_breadcrumbs] Commitment to Community Bariatrics BMI Calculator Learn If You Qualify Meet Our Bariatric Team Surgical Bariatric Procedures Seminars and Support Groups Bariatrics - Contact Us Bariatrics Blog
- [Online Medically Supervised Weight Loss Seminar Registration](https://boone.health/bariatrics/seminars-and-support-groups/online-medically-supervised-weight-loss-seminar-registration/) - [seopress_breadcrumbs] Commitment to Community Bariatrics BMI Calculator Learn If You Qualify Meet Our Bariatric Team Surgical Bariatric Procedures Seminars and Support Groups Bariatrics - Contact Us Bariatrics Blog
- [Pulmonary & Sleep Medicine](https://boone.health/services/pulmonary-medicine/) - [seopress_breadcrumbs] Pulmonary and Sleep Medicine Boone Health - Pulmonary and Sleep Medicine is a specialized team that provides comprehensive care for patients experiencing conditions and diseases related to the lungs as well as those with sleep disorders. Our pulmonary and sleep center provides the following areas of expertise: Lung cancer Asthma Pulmonary Emboli (artery blockages
- [Ear, Nose and Throat Services](https://boone.health/services/ear-nose-and-throat-services/) - [seopress_breadcrumbs] Ear, Nose and Throat Services Boone Health's ENT Center is a full-service ear, nose and throat specialty practice in central Missouri. Our physicians and audiologists provide comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis and treatment of all ENT-related problems for adults and children. We know how important it is to feel good about how you look. Our team
- [Urology Care](https://boone.health/services/urology-care/) - [seopress_breadcrumbs] Urology Care Boone Health is leading the way in Urology Services. With a highly trained team of Urologists and Advanced Practice Providers in several convenient locations, the urology department is here to provide you or your loved one care at all levels. Urology Specialties Boone Health offers an array of services for men and
- [Financial](https://boone.health/careers/benefits/financial/) - [seopress_breadcrumbs] Commitment to Community Boone Health offers a variety of highly competitive financial benefits including 401(k) retirement plan, educational assistance and legal services. Financial Educational Assistance Retirement & Financial Planning Legal Services Plan Adoption Assistance
- [Life](https://boone.health/careers/benefits/insurance/life/) - [seopress_breadcrumbs] Commitment to Community Life and AD&D Insurance Boone Health provides Basic Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) coverage at no cost to eligible full-time and part-time employees. Highlights of this benefit: Coverage is automatic so you do not need to enroll in this benefit, but you need to name your life insurance
- [Vision](https://boone.health/careers/benefits/insurance/vision/) - [seopress_breadcrumbs] Commitment to Community Coverage from Vision Service Plan (VSP) features a large network of vision providers, including more than half of the private-practice eye doctors in the United States. VSP Plan Key Features Covers a well-vision exam with a copayment for child(ren) up to age 18 twice a year, and adults once a year.
- [My Story - Josh](https://boone.health/mystory/mystory-josh/) - [seopress_breadcrumbs] Commitment to Community Josh's Story Josh White, RN First Assist Operating Room, Cardiothoracic Surgery Josh White, RN spends his days saving lives as nurse first assist for cardiothoracic surgery at Boone Health. He is passionate about his job and feels this is what he was meant to do. His journey into health care started
- [MyStory - Don](https://boone.health/mystory/mystory-don/) - [seopress_breadcrumbs] Commitment to Community Don's Story Open heart surgery can be a scary procedure, and one you hope to never hear your cardiologist recommend. Yet, with years of heart trouble under his belt, Don Mosby was no stranger to the idea. In 1997, Don underwent his first open heart surgery. To this day, Don vividly
- [MyStory - Emilee](https://boone.health/mystory/mystory-emilee/) - [seopress_breadcrumbs] Commitment to Community Emilee's Story On October 2017, Emilee Lenz and her son Brock survived an Amniotic Fluid Embolism (AFE), an unpreventable, unpredictable and often-fatal complication of pregnancy during childbirth. "My pregnancy was very normal," says Emilee. "My husband, Travous, and I checked into Boone Hospital Center Monday, October 2, to be induced. My
- [My Story - Ruby](https://boone.health/mystory/mystory-ruby/) - [seopress_breadcrumbs] Commitment to Community Ruby's Story Ruby Henderson is known for her kindness towards patients and her stellar teamwork with coworkers. As a physical activity tech, Ruby assists physical therapists with patient care. She is one of the most recognizable faces at Boone Hospital Center, having worked here for more than 43 years. Ruby says
- [MyStory](https://boone.health/mystory/) - [seopress_breadcrumbs] Commitment to Community Ruby's Story Ruby Henderson is known for her kindness towards patients and her stellar teamwork with coworkers. As a physical activity tech, Ruby assists physical therapists with patient care. She is one of the most recognizable faces at Boone Hospital Center, having worked here for more than 43 years. Josh's Story
- [Postpartum and Newborn Care](https://boone.health/services/childbirth-newborn-services/newborn-care/) - [seopress_breadcrumbs] Commitment to Community Congratulations on the arrival of your precious newborn! Our goal is to provide you with a safe and pleasant stay while you are at Boone Family Birthplace. Our staff is happy to help you in any way. So, please don't hesitate to let us know how we can make this experience
- [Speech Therapy](https://boone.health/services/therapy-services/speech-therapy/) - [seopress_breadcrumbs] Commitment to Community Boone's speech-language pathologists specialize in improving cognition, communication and swallowing skills. Their wide range of services are designed to help you meet your personal needs and goals. Speech therapy can lay the groundwork for better communication with your loved ones and the community. Your therapist can provide appropriate memory and cognitive
- [Swallowing and VitalStim™](https://boone.health/services/therapy-services/swallowing-and-vitalstim/) - [seopress_breadcrumbs] Swallowing and VitalStim™ Swallowing Our ability to safely swallow is important for maintaining our health, nutrition and quality of life. Eating and drinking not only bring enjoyment through taste and texture but also through the ability to enjoy a meal with loved ones. Boone's speech-language pathologists treat swallowing disorders across the lifespan. Swallow dysfunction
- [Physical Therapy](https://boone.health/services/therapy-services/physical-therapy/) - [seopress_breadcrumbs] Commitment to Community Whether you are limited by pain, balance, or loss of control, you don't have to accept being unable to do the things you love. Boone's physical therapists are trained to help restore your mobility and strength. We can help you reach your movement goals and live without restriction. During your one-on-one
- [LSVT BIG® for Parkinson’s Disease](https://boone.health/services/therapy-services/lsvt-big-for-parkinsons-disease/) - [seopress_breadcrumbs] LSVT BIG® for Parkinson's Disease Struggling with small, shuffling steps? Is getting dressed a challenge? Do you have difficulty completing everyday tasks? If you said "yes" to any of these questions, LSVT BIG® treatments may help… LSVT BIG® is an innovative and clinically proven method to train people to use their bodies more normally.
- [Communication](https://boone.health/services/therapy-services/communication/) - [seopress_breadcrumbs] Communication Our ability to communicate our needs and ideas is integral to our satisfaction and quality of life. Here at Boone, Speech-Language Pathologists evaluate and treat various aspects of communication, including motor speech (articulation of words), voice, fluency, expressive language (using our words to relay our thoughts verbally and in writing), receptive language (understanding
- [Cognitive Therapy](https://boone.health/services/therapy-services/cognitive-therapy/) - [seopress_breadcrumbs] Cognitive Therapy Cognitive therapy focuses on teaching the memory and cognitive skills necessary to perform important daily activities safely and successfully. Cognitive impairments may arise from a variety of conditions, including stroke, Parkinson's disease, dementia, traumatic brain injury, and other neurologic disorders. During your session, you will be evaluated and receive one-on-one care from
- [Patient Bill of Rights & Responsibilities](https://boone.health/patients-visitors/while-you-are-here/patient-bill-of-rights-responsibilities/) - [seopress_breadcrumbs] Commitment to Community Boone Hospital Center values the rights and responsibilities of all of its patients. This Bill of Rights and Responsibilities assists hospital personnel in the protection and promotion of each patient's rights. Every patient will be made aware of these rights in advance of receiving care. The following Rights and Responsibilities of
- [Your Care Team](https://boone.health/patients-visitors/while-you-are-here/your-care-team/) - [seopress_breadcrumbs] Your Care Team Learn more about our wonderful nursing and support staff and everything they do to keep you safe and healthy. Magnet® Designated Nursing Annual Report Daisy Award Bee Award While You Are Here
- [Dermal Fillers](https://boone.health/services/medicalspa/dermal-fillers/) - [seopress_breadcrumbs] Dermal Fillers What are Dermal Fillers? All the Dermal Fillers used at Boone Health Medical Spa are made from Hyaluronic Acid. Dermal Fillers can be utilized in many areas of the face. Dermal filler can improve or eliminate wrinkles, plump tissue, hydrate, replace volume loss and volumize and smooth creases or folds. As the
- [Botox](https://boone.health/services/medicalspa/botox/) - [seopress_breadcrumbs] Botox What is Botox? Botox is the most effective solution for the treatment and prevention of fine lines, wrinkles, and deep facial furrows. Botox can be used in multiple areas including crow's feet (around the corners of the eye), frown lines (between the eyebrows), and horizontal forehead lines. There are also a multitude of
- [Microneedling](https://boone.health/services/medicalspa/microneedling/) - [seopress_breadcrumbs] Microneedling What is Microneedling? Microneedling is a minimally invasive treatment for achieving multiple skin health benefits with almost no downtime! This treatment can improve signs and symptoms of aging, improves the appearance of skin texture, minimizes fine lines and wrinkles, diminish acne scars, and can improve the appearance of stretch marks. Microneedling works by
- [Managing Your Medications](https://boone.health/patients-visitors/before-after-your-visit/managing-your-medications/) - [seopress_breadcrumbs] Commitment to Community While you are at Boone Hospital Center, your health care team will review which medications you take at home, including sleeping pills, laxatives, over-the-counter medications, herbal supplements, vitamins, inhalers and nebulizers. Your care team might need to make changes, so that the medicines you receive are best for you during your
- [Patient Safety](https://boone.health/patients-visitors/while-you-are-here/patient-safety/) - [seopress_breadcrumbs] Commitment to Community Patient safety is our number one priority at Boone Hospital. Please adhere to our guidelines to ensure we maintain a safe place to care for patients. Bedrails The safety rails on your bed are provided for your protection. Please do not attempt to lower or raise your bedrails without assistance. Fire
- [Vendor Information](https://boone.health/about-us/vendor-information/) - [seopress_breadcrumbs] Commitment to Community Boone Health is dedicated to maintaining excellence and integrity in all aspects of its professional and business conduct and operating in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. Boone Health compliance programs support this commitment to ethical conduct by setting forth guidelines designed to prevent and detect violations of law. We expect
- [Pediatric Therapy](https://boone.health/services/therapy-services/pediatric-therapy/) - [seopress_breadcrumbs] Pediatric Therapy Boone Hospital is here to help ensure your child gets the best care possible as they learn and grow. Each child is unique, so our team of physical, occupational, and speech therapists are specially trained to help meet your child's specific needs. We treat a variety of orthopedic, neuromuscular, and genetic conditions
- [Orthopedic Therapy](https://boone.health/services/therapy-services/orthopedic-therapy/) - [seopress_breadcrumbs] Orthopedic Therapy Orthopedic therapy focuses on the recovery of your muscles, joints, soft tissues and bones. If you are suffering from pain or breakdown, Boone Hospital's orthopedic physical and occupational therapists can help. They are specially trained to help restore your mobility and strength. During your one-on-one session, you can expect your therapist to
- [Lymphedema Therapy](https://boone.health/services/therapy-services/lymphedema-therapy/) - [seopress_breadcrumbs] Lymphedema Therapy Lymphedema presents as a swelling of a limb or other body parts when the lymphatic system is not functioning normally. Occupational therapy plays an important role in managing the symptoms of lymphedema. You can expect your therapist to seek a detailed understanding of how your daily life is impacted by lymphedema and
- [Osteoporosis Therapy](https://boone.health/services/therapy-services/osteoporosis-therapy/) - [seopress_breadcrumbs] Osteoporosis Therapy MORE THAN MEDICATION Boone Hospital Center offers a comprehensive approach to the treatment of osteopenia and osteoporosis, from diagnostic imaging to exercise and nutrition management BONE DENSITY THERAPY If you've been diagnosed with osteoporosis or osteopenia, you may benefit from safe exercises that are clinically proven to increase bone density. Boone's physical
- [Vestibular Therapy and Concussion](https://boone.health/services/therapy-services/vestibular-therapy-and-concussion/) - [seopress_breadcrumbs] Vestibular Therapy and Concussion Boone outpatient physical therapy has certified vestibular and concussion therapists through the American Institute of Balance that are specialized in treating various conditions that cause vertigo, dizziness or imbalance. The vestibular system is comprised of both the inner ear which controls a person's equilibrium and the brain that processes this
- [Manual Therapy](https://boone.health/services/therapy-services/manual-therapy/) - [seopress_breadcrumbs] Manual Therapy Chronic pain and discomfort can be overwhelming and limit you from performing your normal daily routines. Sometimes exercise alone isn't enough to break the pain cycle. Boone's physical therapists are trained in a variety of hands-on techniques to stop pain in its tracks and help you recover faster. Your therapist may use
- [Low Intervention Birthing Options](https://boone.health/services/childbirth-newborn-services/low-intervention-birthing-options/) - [seopress_breadcrumbs] Commitment to Community The family friendly care at the Boone Family Birthplace recognizes the unique choices of families for their labor and delivery experience. Couples are encouraged to develop their personalized birth plan to share with their physician and the nurses at the hospital. We promote the use of various methods to assist you
- [Pediatric Surgery](https://boone.health/services/childbirth-newborn-services/pediatric-surgery/) - [seopress_breadcrumbs] Commitment to Community The family friendly care at Boone Health doesn't end with the birth of your child. Boone Health offers a wide array of pediatric surgical services by highly skilled and experienced surgeons including: Ears, Nose and Throat (ENT) surgery General surgery Oral surgery Orthopedic surgery Plastic surgery Specialty Pediatric Care Boone Health's
- [Childbirth and Newborn Services](https://boone.health/services/birthplace/) - [seopress_breadcrumbs] Commitment to Community Every birth is unique and every baby is a special gift. We are honored to be part of this exciting time in your life. From unique programs to our commitment to meeting our patients needs, there are many reasons we hope you will choose Boone Health for your prenatal care and
- [Medically Supervised](https://boone.health/bariatrics/surgical-bariatric-procedures/medically-supervised/) - [seopress_breadcrumbs] Commitment to Community Gain Control of Your Hunger Each patient's needs are different. We can also help you live a life-changing experience with a medically supervised weight loss program. Under the supervision of our Nurse Practitioner and our dietitians, our medically supervised weight loss program provides individualized counseling, meal planning and anti-obesity medications to help you
- [Legal Services Plan](https://boone.health/careers/benefits/financial/legal-services-plan/) - [seopress_breadcrumbs] Commitment to Community MetLife Legal offers members access to a national network of experienced attorneys which provides coverage on a wide range of legal matters. Employees have a choice of two legal service options: A Base Plan or the Base Plan with Plus Parents. A sampling of MetLife Legal services is listed below. A
- [No Surprises Act](https://boone.health/patients-visitors/before-after-your-visit/billing-and-insurance/no-surprises-act/) - [seopress_breadcrumbs] Commitment to Community What is "balance billing" (sometimes called "surprise billing")? When you see a doctor or other health care provider, you may owe certain out-of-pocket costs, like a copayment, coinsurance, or deductible. You may have additional costs or have to pay the entire bill if you see a provider or visit a health
- [MRI](https://boone.health/services/radiology/mri/) - [seopress_breadcrumbs] MRI What is an MRI ? MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging) allows physicians to view organs and tissues inside the body with clarity. MRIs are different than many other types of imaging because an MRI does not use radiation- instead images are produced using a strong magnetic field and pulses of radio wave energy. Because
- [Medically Supervised Weight Loss Online Seminar](https://boone.health/services/surgery/weight-loss-surgery/mswlonline/) - Medically Supervised Weight Loss Online Seminar Please watch the following video to learn more about the medically supervised weight loss process and various options. When complete, check the box below to indicate that you have completed the online seminar.
- [Student Nurse Apprenticeship Program](https://boone.health/careers/nursing-careers/nursing-programs/snap/) - [seopress_breadcrumbs] Commitment to Community The Student Nurse Apprenticeship Program (SNAP) allows nursing students in their senior practicum/preceptorship/capstone with the opportunity to earn wages as a Nurse Apprentice while completing hours as required by their nursing program. Program Details The SNAP participant must complete required clinical hours for practicum/preceptorship/capstone as determined by their nursing school. The
- [Interventional Radiology](https://boone.health/services/radiology/interventional-radiology/) - [seopress_breadcrumbs] Interventional Radiology What is Interventional Radiology? Interventional Radiology utilizes x-ray guidance to perform a variety of vascular and non- vascular procedures to treat a wide range of diseases. Instead of large incisions required for some surgeries, these procedures are performed through small incisions, allowing catheters, needles and other devices to be guided to the
- [PET-CT](https://boone.health/services/radiology/pet-ct/) - [seopress_breadcrumbs] PET-CT What is PET-CT? PET-CT is a special type of nuclear medicine imaging test which combines a positron emission tomography (PET) scanner with an x-ray computed tomography (CT) scanner. Like other nuclear medicine tests, the PET-CT test uses a radiotracer to simultaneously acquire both anatomic and physiological information about internal organs. The functional image is obtained by the PET scanner and
- [Nuclear Medicine](https://boone.health/services/radiology/nuclear-medicine/) - [seopress_breadcrumbs] Nuclear Medicine What is Nuclear Medicine? While the name may sound scary, nuclear medicine is a very safe and painless form of diagnostic testing. Nuclear medicine imaging is unique because it provides both anatomical and physiological information about internal organs. This means, the images show "what the organ looks like", as well as, "how
- [Ultrasound](https://boone.health/services/radiology/ultrasound/) - [seopress_breadcrumbs] Commitment to Community What is Ultrasound? Ultrasound imaging uses high frequency sound waves (emitted from a transducer) to get an image of the inside of the body. The reflected sound waves create an echo pattern which is displayed as a real-time visual image. Most ultrasound images are obtained by gently pressing and rolling the
- [X-ray](https://boone.health/services/radiology/x-ray/) - [seopress_breadcrumbs] X-ray What is X-Ray? X-ray (radiography) is the oldest and most frequently used form of imaging to see inside the human body. It uses a focused x-ray beam and a special detector to obtain images of the body. Having an x-ray is safe and non-invasive. X-rays are commonly used to detect bone fractures,
- [Radiation Safety](https://boone.health/services/radiology/radiation-safety/) - [seopress_breadcrumbs] Radiation Safety To make an accurate diagnosis of your condition, an imaging study using radiation (X-rays) or radioactive materials may be necessary. Most exams carry a very low risk from radiation, and the benefit of having the procedure outweighs the very small risks associated with radiation exposure. Imaging professionals at Boone Hospital Center are
- [Digestive Medicine (Gastroenterology)](https://boone.health/services/digestive-medicine-gastroenterology/) - [seopress_breadcrumbs] Commitment to Community C2 CryoBalloon™ Ablation System.mov from Boone Health on Vimeo. Boone Health's GI Lab is home to a skilled, experienced and friendly team of staff and physicians who use state-of-the-art technology to diagnose and treat gastrointestinal disorders associated with the esophagus, stomach, small intestine, pancreas, liver and colon. Our physicians, nurses and
- [Prayers](https://boone.health/patients-visitors/while-you-are-here/spiritual-care/prayers/) - [seopress_breadcrumbs] Commitment to Community Request a Prayer Our chaplains pray regularly for our patients and staff. We believe that prayer holds a powerful role in the healing process and provides comfort in times of need. We would be delighted to include your request in our daily prayer. The following scriptures and prayers are taken
- [Transparency in Coverage Rule](https://boone.health/patients-visitors/before-after-your-visit/transparency-in-coverage-rule/) - [seopress_breadcrumbs] Transparency In Coverage Rule Transparency in Coverage Rule - Machine Readable Files 8.1.2022 This link leads to the machine readable files which are made available in response to the Federal Transparency in Coverage Rule and includes negotiated service rates and out-of-network allowed amounts between health plans and healthcare providers. The machine-readable files are formatted
- [Boone Health Home](https://boone.health/boone-health-home/) - Find a Boone Health Provider Primary Care Heart Care Childbirth Orthopedic Care Neurology Cancer Center Josh White, RN spends his days saving lives as nurse first assist for cardiothoracic surgery at Boone Health. He is passionate about his job and feels this is what he was meant to do. His journey into health care started
- [Community Campaign](https://boone.health/foundation/communitycampaign/) - [seopress_breadcrumbs] Commitment to Community As the Boone Hospital Foundation begins its annual Community Campaign, we thank you for your past support and invite you to join us again this year. If you are new to the community or were unable to participate in the past, this is your opportunity to join other community members in
- [Manage Your Health Online](https://boone.health/patients-visitors/before-after-your-visit/manage-your-health-online/) - [seopress_breadcrumbs] Commitment to Community Boone Health Connection is a secure, online tool that allows patients to connect with their personal health information 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. It is accessible from any internet connected computer or smartphone device. Access Boone Health Online Before & After Your Visit
- [Pediatric Cardiology Clinic](https://boone.health/services/heart-and-vascular-care/pediatric-cardiology-clinic/) - [seopress_breadcrumbs] Commitment to Community Boone Health works in conjunction with St. Louis Children's Hospital to offer a pediatric cardiology clinic. The clinic is operated by Charles Canter, MD. Dr. Canter is a pediatric cardiologist. He specializes in pediatric heart failure, cardiomyopathy, and heart transplantation. Dr. Canter is happy to provide a second opinion on any heart disease
- [Treatment](https://boone.health/services/neurology-neurosurgery/stroke-center/treatment/) - [seopress_breadcrumbs] Commitment to Community Immediate treatment is key to limiting the extent of brain injury resulting from stroke. Patients brought into the Boone Health emergency department are seen within minutes by stroke experts. Your care team may provide a variety of treatment options, including medication and surgery. Medication A clot-busting drug called tissue plasminogen activator
- [Before & After Your Visit](https://boone.health/patients-visitors/before-after-your-visit/) - [seopress_breadcrumbs] Commitment to Community Use the menu to the right to find information helpful before you arrive to the hospital and after you leave. Billing Accepted Insurance Request Medical Records Manage Your Health Online Procedural Preps Managing Your Medications Maps, Directions, and Locations Recognize a Nurse for Excellent Care Recognize a Staff Member for Excellent
- [No Surprises Act FAQ](https://boone.health/patients-visitors/before-after-your-visit/billing-and-insurance/no-surprises-act/no-surprises-act-faq/) - [seopress_breadcrumbs] Commitment to Community Out of Network Billing Restrictions Why are you giving me this notice? The No Surprises Act - a new federal law - requires that we give a copy of this notice to all insured patients. The information is also available on our website. Does this apply to my insurance? The No
- [Weight Loss Events](https://boone.health/bariatrics/seminars-and-support-groups/weight-loss-events/) - [seopress_breadcrumbs] Commitment to Community View or download our Support Group Calendar. Bariatrics BMI Calculator Learn If You Qualify Meet Our Bariatric Team Surgical Bariatric Procedures Seminars and Support Groups Bariatrics - Contact Us Bariatrics Blog
- [Common Types of Heart Disease](https://boone.health/services/heart-and-vascular-care/common-types-of-heart-disease/) - [seopress_breadcrumbs] Commitment to Community Heart Failure Heart failure, also called congestive heart failure, occurs when the heart is no longer strong enough to pump sufficient blood to the rest of the body. Common symptoms include: Shortness of breath or trouble breathing Fatigue Swelling in the ankles, feet, legs, abdomen, and veins in neck These symptoms
- [History](https://boone.health/about-us/history/) - [seopress_breadcrumbs] A History of Boone The story of Boone County Hospital starts in 1917, four years before the hospital's grand opening. That year, the Missouri General Assembly passed a law allowing counties to issue bonds to fund the construction of health facilities. With the law in the books, Boone County became among the first counties
- [Leave and Other Benefits](https://boone.health/careers/benefits/leave-and-other-benefits/) - [seopress_breadcrumbs] Commitment to Community Boone Health focuses on employees well-being and work/life balance through a variety of programs and a generous paid time off accrual schedule. Balancing work and personal responsibilities can be challenging. That's why Boone Health offers resources to help manage life's demands. Our goal is to foster a positive culture and productive
- [Social Security and Medicare](https://boone.health/careers/benefits/insurance/social-security-and-medicare/) - [seopress_breadcrumbs] Commitment to Community Social Security and Medicare are programs established by the federal government. Social Security provides income during your retirement years and provides income protection should you become disabled. Medicare provides medical insurance during retirement or if you are disabled. You are required by law to contribute a portion of your paycheck to
- [Workers Compensation](https://boone.health/careers/benefits/insurance/workers-compensation/) - [seopress_breadcrumbs] Commitment to Community Workers' Compensation is a form of insurance providing wage replacement to employees injured in the course of employment. Boone Health pays into a Worker's Compensation plan, at no cost to the employee. Employees who experience an on-the-job injury should contact Occupational Health at their work location. If you are awarded Workers'
- [Patient Portal Enrollment](https://boone.health/boone-health-connection/enroll/) - [seopress_breadcrumbs] Enroll for Boone Health Connection Brief Intro here. Form embed code goes here. Other Boone Health Connection Forms Other forms will be listed here.
- [Resource Staffing Program](https://boone.health/careers/search/resource-staffing-program/) - [seopress_breadcrumbs] Commitment to Community Hospitals across the country, and here in Missouri, are facing a workforce crisis. The COVID-19 pandemic has magnified an already present national nursing shortage and created new challenges filling both clinical and non-clinical roles. We have opened five, rapid-hire positions for community members interested in helping the Boone Health team keep
- [ICU Visiting Policy](https://boone.health/services/intensive-care/icu-visiting-policy/) - [seopress_breadcrumbs] Commitment to Community Welcome Rest assured that your loved one is in good hands. Our specialty trained health care team will do everything possible to provide the best care for your loved one. We appreciate your visit, as seeing family members can do wonders for your loved one's spirits and healing. Providing excellent and
- [Employee of the Month Nomination Form](https://boone.health/careers/employee-of-the-month-nomination-form/) - [seopress_breadcrumbs] Commitment to Community Please complete and submit the form below to nominate a coworker to be Employee of the Month. Search Jobs and Apply Now Careers Benefits Nursing Careers The Learning Center Magnet Designation DAISY Award BEE Award Life in Columbia
- [COVID-19 Vaccine Scheduling](https://boone.health/covidappointment/) - Make a vaccination appointmentCOVID-19 Vaccine Scheduling COVID-19 vaccinations will now be administered at Boone Medical Group primary care clinics. Appointments are required. Please wear a mask Bring a photo ID (if applicable) Bring your vaccination card for second dose Wear clothing that will allow easy access to your upper arm A parent or guardian must
- [Surgery Guide](https://boone.health/services/surgery/surgery-guide/) - [seopress_breadcrumbs] Surgical Services At Boone Health, we understand that even a routine surgery can cause anxiety. Knowing what to expect and how to prepare for your surgery can help make your experience less stressful. Before Your Surgery You may be asked to visit Boone Health's admissions department within seven days before your scheduled surgery. During
- [Orbera](https://boone.health/bariatrics/surgical-bariatric-procedures/orbera/) - [seopress_breadcrumbs] Commitment to Community Orbera is a Non-Surgical Option for Long-Term Weight Loss Our bariatric surgeons are trained experts in the placement and management of ORBERA™, and are excited to offer yet another option to help you achieve your long-term weight-loss goals. Learning more about our non-surgical ORBERA™ procedure begins here. Watch this short video
- [Bariatric Revisions](https://boone.health/bariatrics/surgical-bariatric-procedures/bariatric-revisions/) - [seopress_breadcrumbs] Commitment to Community Revision surgery can help you keep the weight off forever What is Revision Bariatric Surgery? Since obesity is a chronic disease. Revisions are sometimes necessary beyond a patient's original bariatric procedure. These reasons include inadequate weight loss, significant refractory gastroesophageal reflux disease, ulcer disease, and band slippage, among others. Potential problems
- [Cardiovascular & Pulmonary Rehabilitation](https://boone.health/services/heart-and-vascular-care/cardiovascular-pulmonary-rehabilitation/) - [seopress_breadcrumbs] Commitment to Community Possible benefits of Cardiac Rehabilitation Increase functional capacity Improve blood pressure control Decrease excess body fat Improve cholesterol Enhance heart function Improve blood flow to heart muscle Enhance self-confidence and self-worth Decreased hospitalizations Earlier return to work and enhanced likelihood of remaining at work Improve diabetes control Who can benefit from
- [Our Story](https://boone.health/foundation/our-story/) - [seopress_breadcrumbs] Commitment to Community The history of Boone Health is a story of the generosity, commitment and love of people who believed that our community deserved first-class healthcare. That belief is reflected today in the Boone Hospital Foundation. Medicine is ever changing and so are the needs of our community hospital. The Boone Hospital Foundation
- [WATCHMAN Procedure](https://boone.health/services/heart-and-vascular-care/watchman-procedure/) - [seopress_breadcrumbs] Commitment to Community Protection against stroke. Protection against bleeds. WATCHMAN is the one-time, minimally invasive procedure that protects patients who can't remain on blood thinners. WATCHMAN is a one-time, minimally invasive procedure for people with atrial fibrillation not caused by a heart valve problem (also known as non-valvuar AFib) who need an alternative to
- [Inpatient Options and Nutrition](https://boone.health/patients-visitors/while-you-are-here/food-and-dining/inpatient-options-and-nutrition/) - [seopress_breadcrumbs] Commitment to Community A proper diet plays an important role in your treatment. Your physician will select the diet best suited to your particular needs. Physician Ordered Diet Your physician orders your diet along with medicines and treatment for a complete program of care. Your diet may change from time to time depending on
- [STEMI Level I](https://boone.health/services/heart-and-vascular-care/stemi-level-i/) - [seopress_breadcrumbs] Commitment to Community Boone Health has been designated a Level 1 STEMI center by the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services. STEMI stands for ST-Elevation Myocardial Infarction and is a potentially fatal form of heart attack. Level 1 STEMI designation is the highest possible honor given to hospitals. The designation is part of the
- [TAVR](https://boone.health/services/heart-and-vascular-care/tavr/) - [seopress_breadcrumbs] Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR), also known as Transcatheter Aortic Valve Implantation (TAVI), is an innovative approach to replacing the aortic valve without open-heart surgery. The TAVR procedure involves replacing the heart valve with a new one by using a catheter to thread it through vessels in the leg into
- [Boone Health Becomes Independent Health Care Provider](https://boone.health/about-us/boone-health-becomes-independent-health-care-provider/) - [seopress_breadcrumbs] Commitment to Community Media Contact: Ben Cornelius | ben.cornelius@boone.health COLUMBIA, Mo. - In April of 2016, the Boone Hospital Center Board of Trustees announced that they would issue a Request for Proposal to evaluate options for the management of the hospital moving forward. In April of 2017, the Trustees narrowed their
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- [Your First 6 Weeks with Baby](https://boone.health/services/childbirth-newborn-services/preparing-for-baby/your-first-6-weeks-with-baby/) - [seopress_breadcrumbs] Commitment to Community Intro content... Body content... Preparing for Baby Your First 6 Weeks with Baby Family Life Education Classes Books for Babies
- [Robotic Surgery](https://boone.health/services/surgery/robotic-surgery/) - [seopress_breadcrumbs] Surgical Services Boone Health has offered da Vinci surgical procedures since 2008. Da Vinci is a robotic system where a surgeon uses hand and foot controls to maneuver tiny surgical instruments with minute precision. A special camera provides the surgeon with clear 3D footage direct from the surgery site. The system allows trained physicians
- [Pain Management](https://boone.health/services/pain-management/) - [seopress_breadcrumbs] Commitment to Community At Boone Health's Pain Management Clinic, our pain management specialists can help you identify and treat the causes of sudden or long-term pain. Our pain management team will work with you closely to coordinate your care and keep you actively involved in your treatment plan. Our clinic treats pain with a
- [Prevention](https://boone.health/services/neurology-neurosurgery/stroke-center/prevention/) - [seopress_breadcrumbs] Commitment to Community Risk for stroke is based on heredity, medical factors, natural processes such as age, and lifestyle. Some risk factors for stroke can be changed or managed, while others that relate to hereditary or natural processes cannot be changed. High Blood Pressure Often called the "silent killer," high blood pressure has no
- [About Stroke](https://boone.health/services/neurology-neurosurgery/stroke-center/about-stroke/) - [seopress_breadcrumbs] Commitment to Community Stroke occurs when a blood vessel carrying oxygen and nutrients to the brain is impaired, causing brain cells to die. Stroke can be caused by a blood clot (thrombosis), blockage (embolism) or bleeding (hemorrhage). Stroke is the No. 5 cause of death and a leading cause of disability in the
- [Warning Signs & Symptoms](https://boone.health/services/neurology-neurosurgery/stroke-center/warning-signs-symptoms/) - [seopress_breadcrumbs] Commitment to Community The following are the most common stroke warning signs. These may be sudden and include: Sudden numbness or weakness of the face, arm or leg, especially on one side of the body Sudden trouble speaking or understanding, confused Sudden trouble seeing in one or both eyes Sudden trouble walking, dizziness, loss
- [Outpatient Services](https://boone.health/services/neurology-neurosurgery/outpatient-services/) - [seopress_breadcrumbs] Commitment to Community Depending on the care needed, many diagnostic and treatment procedures are offered on an outpatient basis. Specialized outpatient clinics available for referral at Boone Health include: Adult Aging Center Cognitive testing for memory disorders. Neurodiagnostic Services Sleep disorders laboratory, electroencephalography laboratory, and neurophysiology laboratory Diagnostic Services Routine EEGs 24-hour ambulatory EEG
- [Fracture Care](https://boone.health/services/orthopaedic-care/fracture-care/) - [seopress_breadcrumbs] Commitment to Community The orthopaedic specialists at Boone Health are experts in providing a comprehensive, early diagnosis and treatment for a variety of fractures due to trauma including hips, wrists, ankles and legs. A team of specialty trained surgeons, nurses, physical and occupational therapists are here to help ensure you receive excellent care before,
- [Electrophysiology Services](https://boone.health/services/heart-and-vascular-care/electrophysiology-services/) - [seopress_breadcrumbs] Commitment to Community The Electrophysiology service at Boone Health provides comprehensive care for patients with abnormal heart rhythms. Our physicians, who are board certified in cardiology and electrophysiology, work with specially trained nurses and staff to diagnose and treat cardiac arrhythmias. An arrhythmia is a disruption in your heart's electrical system. Types of arrhythmias
- [Diagnostic Testing](https://boone.health/services/heart-and-vascular-care/diagnostic-testing/) - [seopress_breadcrumbs] Commitment to Community Diagnostic tests can help our doctors assess the disease or problem and plan your heart care treatment. At Boone Hospital Center, we offer a full range of invasive and noninvasive procedures from echocardiography to advanced catheterization. Your physician can provide you more information on preparing for these tests. Boone Hospital Center
- [Services](https://boone.health/services/heart-and-vascular-care/services/) - Heart and Vascular Care STEMI Level I Heart Health Check MitraClip® Cardiovascular & Pulmonary Rehabilitation Services Electrophysiology Services Interventional Cardiology Services Cardiovascular Surgery Common Types of Heart Disease Diagnostic Testing Pediatric Cardiology Clinic TAVR
- [Celebrating Excellence](https://boone.health/careers/nursing-careers/nursing-at-boone-health/celebrating-excellence/)
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- [Our Values in Action](https://boone.health/careers/nursing-careers/nursing-at-boone-health/our-values-in-action/)
- [Wound Information](https://boone.health/services/woundhealing/wound-information/) - [seopress_breadcrumbs] Commitment to Community When should I seek treatment for my wound at a Wound Care Center? Ask your doctor about visiting our Wound Care Center if: You have a wound that hasn't healed in 30 days (commonly experienced by people with diabetes). You have a sore with increasing pain, redness or swelling, foul odor,
- [Fitness Center](https://boone.health/services/fitness-center/)
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- [Know Your Numbers](https://boone.health/services/know-your-numbers/)
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- [Treatment](https://boone.health/services/digestive-medicine-gastroenterology/treatment/)
- [Diagnostic Services](https://boone.health/services/radiology/diagnostic-services/)
- [Orthopedic Surgery](https://boone.health/services/surgery/orthopedic-surgery/)
- [Pediatric Surgery](https://boone.health/services/surgery/pediatric-surgery/)
- [Weight Loss Surgery](https://boone.health/services/surgery/weight-loss-surgery/)
- [Clergy](https://boone.health/patients-visitors/while-you-are-here/spiritual-care/clergy/) - [seopress_breadcrumbs] Commitment to Community Spiritual care services maintains an active list of clergy. The mailing list is used to send notices regarding upcoming continuing education activities, as well as to notify clergy of other events or concerns which may affect their ministry at Boone Hospital Center. If you would like to be added to the
- [Devotions](https://boone.health/patients-visitors/while-you-are-here/spiritual-care/devotions/) - [seopress_breadcrumbs] Commitment to Community Being with the Divine: Being Without-Less is More - Leonardo da Vinci In the Christian scriptures, when Jesus sent out his disciples to preach, he instructed them: Take nothing for the journey except a staff--no bread, no bag, no money in your belts. Wear sandals but not an extra tunic. (Mark
- [Volunteer](https://boone.health/patients-visitors/while-you-are-here/spiritual-care/volunteer/) - [seopress_breadcrumbs] Commitment to Community Worship Team Church members may volunteer to help provide a worship team for two weeks to one month to assist the chaplain at the Sunday worship service in the Prayer Room. B14 HIM Calvary Episcopal Church Columbia United Church of Christ Community of Christ Community United Methodist Church First Baptist Church
- [Services](https://boone.health/services/) - [seopress_breadcrumbs] Boone Health Services Breast Health Cancer Care Childbirth & Newborn Services Diabetes and Endocrinology Digestive Medicine (Gastroenterology) Emergency Department Fitness Heart and Vascular Care Home Care and Hospice Intensive Care Intensive Care Nursery Lab Services Neurology & Neurosurgery Nutrition Orthopaedic Care Pain Management Pulmonary Medicine Radiology Sleep Medicine Stroke Care Surgery Therapy Services Weight
- [All Services](https://boone.health/all-services/) - [seopress_breadcrumbs] Services at Boone Health Breast Health Cancer Care Childbirth & Newborn Services Diabetes and Endocrinology Digestive Medicine (Gastroenterology) Emergency Department Fitness Heart and Vascular Care Home Care and Hospice Intensive Care Intensive Care Nursery Lab Services Neurology & Neurosurgery Nutrition Orthopaedic Care Pain Management Pulmonary Medicine Radiology Sleep Medicine Stroke Care Surgery Therapy Services
- [Intensive Care](https://boone.health/services/intensive-care/) - [seopress_breadcrumbs] Commitment to Community The Intensive Care Unit (ICU) is designed to care for all critically ill patients. The medical staff, surgeons, and nursing staff are highly skilled and trained. They practice with a patient centered care approach. The ICU has been newly constructed and consists of 32 private rooms in the South Tower, all
- [Our Team](https://boone.health/services/cancer-care/our-team/) - [seopress_breadcrumbs] Commitment to Community Intro content... Body content... Cancer Care Breast Cancer Prevention and Screening Treatment Options Support Services Patient Resources Stewart Cancer Center
- [Patient Resources](https://boone.health/services/cancer-care/patient-resources/) - [seopress_breadcrumbs] Commitment to Community The following is a consolidated list of internal and external resources for cancer patients. At Boone Hospital Harris Breast Center Radiology and Nuclear Medicine Spiritual Care Services Integrative Therapies Supportive Care Boone Hospital Home Care & Hospice Pain Management Clinic Surgical Service American Cancer Society Find local support programs Books about
- [Treatment Options](https://boone.health/services/cancer-care/treatment-options/) - [seopress_breadcrumbs] Commitment to Community Treatment options depend on the cancer diagnosis. The type of cancer, the stage of cancer and certain characteristics of the cancer cells are all considered in addition to your general state of health. The physician will also take the patient's personal wishes and goals into account when planning their treatment strategy.
- [Staff Stories](https://boone.health/careers/staff-stories/) - [seopress_breadcrumbs] Commitment to Community Intro content... Body content... Working at Boone Health Staff Stories Employee of the Month BEE Award
- [Employee of the Month](https://boone.health/careers/employee-of-the-month/) - [seopress_breadcrumbs] Commitment to Community Emily WoodLabor and Delivery For Boone Family Birthplace staff nurse Emily Wood, it's all about family. After graduating from high school in her hometown of Palmyra, Mo., Emily came to Columbia for college, earning an Associates of Arts degree in 2012 and her Associates Degree in Nursing in 2014. "During nursing
- [FAQ](https://boone.health/careers/faq/) - [seopress_breadcrumbs] Commitment to Community Intro content... Body content... Careers Benefits Working at Boone Health Nursing Careers Quality and Awards Life in Columbia
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## Locations

- [Boone Health Medical Group - Glasgow](https://boone.health/locations/boone-health-medical-group-glasgow/)
- [Boone Health Cardiology Clinic - Sedalia](https://boone.health/locations/boone-health-cardiology-clinic-sedalia/)
- [Boone Health Emergency Department](https://boone.health/locations/boone-health-emergency-department/)
- [Boone Health Rheumatology](https://boone.health/locations/boone-health-rheumatology/)
- [Boone Health Neurosurgery & Spine Center](https://boone.health/locations/boone-health-mid-mo-neurosurgery/)
- [Boone Health Cardiology Clinic](https://boone.health/locations/boone-health-cardiology-clinic/)
- [Boone Health Cardiology Clinic - Macon](https://boone.health/locations/boone-health-cardiology-clinic-macon/)
- [Boone Health Cardiology Clinic - Mexico](https://boone.health/locations/boone-health-cardiology-clinic-mexico/)
- [Boone Health Occupational Medicine](https://boone.health/locations/boone-health-occupational-medicine/)
- [Boone Health Vascular Imaging](https://boone.health/locations/boone-health-vascular-imaging/)
- [Mid-America Anesthesia Consultants](https://boone.health/locations/mid-america-anesthesia/)
- [Moberly Specialty Group](https://boone.health/locations/moberly-specialty-group/)
- [GYN Oncology and Surgery](https://boone.health/locations/gyn-oncology-and-surgery/)
- [Boone Health Breast Care](https://boone.health/locations/boone-health-breast-care/)
- [Boone Health South - Nifong Medical Plaza](https://boone.health/locations/boone-health-nifong-medical-plaza/)
- [Boyce and Bynum Pathology Professional Services, a division of MAWD Pathologists](https://boone.health/locations/boyce-and-bynum-pathology-professional-services-mawd/)
- [Boone Health Vascular Surgery](https://boone.health/locations/boone-health-vascular-surgery/)
- [NovaHealth Medical Group](https://boone.health/locations/novahealth-medical-group/)
- [The Neurology Institute of MMG](https://boone.health/locations/the-neurology-institute-of-mmg/)
- [Boone Health Medical Group - Medical Park](https://boone.health/locations/boone-health-medical-group-medical-park/)
- [Magnolia Critical Care and Internal Medicine](https://boone.health/locations/magnolia-critical-care-internal-med/)
- [Boone Health - Peak Sport & Spine - Columbia Berrywood](https://boone.health/locations/boone-health-peak-sport-spine-columbia-berrywood/)
- [Boone Health - Peak Sport & Spine - Rolla](https://boone.health/locations/boone-health-peak-sport-spine-rolla/)
- [Boone Health - Peak Sport & Spine - Boonville](https://boone.health/locations/boone-health-peak-sport-spine-boonville/)
- [Boone Health - Peak Sport & Spine - Columbia West](https://boone.health/locations/boone-health-peak-sport-spine-columbia-west/)
- [Boone Health - Peak Sport & Spine - Camdenton](https://boone.health/locations/boone-health-peak-sport-spine-camdenton/)
- [Boone Health - Peak Sport & Spine - Waynesville](https://boone.health/locations/boone-health-peak-sport-spine-waynesville/)
- [Boone Health - Peak Sport & Spine - Montgomery City](https://boone.health/locations/boone-health-peak-sport-spine-montgomery-city/)
- [Missouri Cancer Associates](https://boone.health/locations/missouri-cancer-associates/)
- [Urology Associates of Central Missouri](https://boone.health/locations/urology-associates-of-central-missouri/)
- [Radiology Consultants](https://boone.health/locations/radiology-consultants/)
- [Shock Plastic Surgery & Spa](https://boone.health/locations/shock-plastic-surgery-spa/)
- [Missouri Ear Nose and Throat Center](https://boone.health/locations/missouri-ear-nose-and-throat-center/)
- [Boone Health Diabetes & Endocrinology](https://boone.health/locations/boone-health-diabetes-endocrinology/)
- [Boone Health Primary Care - Nifong](https://boone.health/locations/boone-health-primary-care-nifong/)
- [Boone Health Primary Care Medical Park](https://boone.health/locations/boone-health-primary-care-medical-park/)
- [Boone Health Intensivists](https://boone.health/locations/boone-health-intensivists/)
- [Broadway Internal Medicine Associates](https://boone.health/locations/broadway-internal-medicine-associates/)
- [Dr. Lyndell D. Scoles, MD](https://boone.health/locations/dr-lyndell-d-scoles-md/)
- [Missouri Fertility](https://boone.health/locations/missouri-fertility/)
- [Dermatology Center of Columbia](https://boone.health/locations/dermatology-center-of-columbia/)
- [Christina Stixrud & Associates](https://boone.health/locations/christina-stixrud-associates/)
- [Women's Hospital](https://boone.health/locations/womens-hospital/)
- [Boone Health Home Care & Hospice](https://boone.health/locations/boone-health-home-care-hospice/)
- [Central Missouri Dermatology Associates](https://boone.health/locations/central-missouri-dermatology-associates/)
- [Noble Pain Management](https://boone.health/locations/noble-pain-management/)
- [Boone Health Primary Care - Broadway](https://boone.health/locations/boone-health-primary-care-broadway/)
- [Cherry Hill Clinic](https://boone.health/locations/cherry-hill-clinic/)
- [Boone Health](https://boone.health/locations/boone-health/)
- [Boone Health Foot & Ankle](https://boone.health/locations/boone-health-foot-ankle/)
- [Boone Health Convenient Care - Business Loop](https://boone.health/locations/boone-health-convenient-care-business-loop/)
- [Boone Health Infectious Diseases](https://boone.health/locations/boone-health-infectious-diseases/)
- [Telepsychiatry Other](https://boone.health/locations/telepsychiatry-other/)
- [Nephrology and Hypertension Associates](https://boone.health/locations/nephrology-and-hypertension-associates/)
- [Boone Health Pain Clinic](https://boone.health/locations/boone-health-pain-clinic/)
- [Women's Health Associates](https://boone.health/locations/womens-health-associates/)
- [Boone Health General Surgery](https://boone.health/locations/boone-health-general-surgery/)
- [Boone Health Hospitalists](https://boone.health/locations/boone-health-hospitalists/)
- [Missouri Heart Center](https://boone.health/locations/missouri-heart-center/)
- [Columbia Orthopaedic Group](https://boone.health/locations/columbia-orthopaedic-group/)
- [Boone Health Medical Group - Pulmonary & Sleep Medicine](https://boone.health/locations/boone-health-medical-group-pulmonary-sleep-medicine/)
- [Boone Health Medical Group - Ashland](https://boone.health/locations/boone-health-medical-group-ashland/)
- [Boone Health Medical Group - Centralia](https://boone.health/locations/boone-health-medical-group-centralia/)
- [Boone Health Medical Group - Boonville](https://boone.health/locations/boone-health-medical-group-boonville/)
- [Boone Health Medical Group - Hallsville](https://boone.health/locations/boone-health-medical-group-hallsville/)
- [Boone Health Medical Group - Mexico](https://boone.health/locations/boone-health-medical-group-mexico/)
- [Boone Health Medical Group - Moberly](https://boone.health/locations/boone-health-medical-group-moberl/)
- [Tiger Pediatrics](https://boone.health/locations/tiger-pediatrics/)
- [Boone Health Wound Healing Center](https://boone.health/locations/boone-health-wound-healing-center/)
- [Boone Health - Boone Home Care & Hospice](https://boone.health/locations/boone-health-boone-home-care-hospice/)
- [Columbia Dentistry for Children](https://boone.health/locations/columbia-dentistry-for-children/)
- [CoMO Cubs Pediatrics](https://boone.health/locations/como-cubs-pediatrics/)
- [Boone Health Heart Surgery](https://boone.health/locations/boone-health-heart-surgery/)
- [Kansas City Kidney Specialists](https://boone.health/locations/kansas-city-kidney-specialists/)
- [Gastrointestinal Associates](https://boone.health/locations/gastrointestinal-associates/)
- [Capital Dentistry for Children](https://boone.health/locations/capital-dentistry-for-children/)
- [Pediatrix Medical Group](https://boone.health/locations/pediatrix-medical-group/)
- [Spectrum Health Care](https://boone.health/locations/spectrum-health-care/)
- [CoMO Pediatric Dentistry](https://boone.health/locations/como-pediatric-dentistry/)
- [Columbia Podiatry](https://boone.health/locations/columbia-podiatry/)
- [Boone Health Pulmonary & Sleep Medicine](https://boone.health/locations/boone-health-pulmonary-sleep-medicine/)
- [Retina Associates of Missouri](https://boone.health/locations/retina-associates-of-missouri/)
- [Osage Valley Plastic Surgery](https://boone.health/locations/osage-valley-plastic-surgery/)

## Providers

- [Consuegra, Hadassah, DO, , FACS](https://boone.health/providers/consuegra-hadassah-do/)
- [McMurtry, Paula J MD](https://boone.health/providers/mcmurtry-paula-j-md/)
- [Heng, Rafe, DO](https://boone.health/providers/heng-rafe-do/)
- [Wood, Meghan, DO](https://boone.health/providers/wood-meghan-do/)
- [Smith, Caitlyn, FNP](https://boone.health/providers/smith-caitlyn-fnp/)
- [Freund, Lauren, FNP-C](https://boone.health/providers/freund-lauren-fnp-c/)
- [Sexton, Lydia, PA-C](https://boone.health/providers/sexton-lydia-pa-c/)
- [Galaske, Joseph PA](https://boone.health/providers/galaske-joseph-pa/)
- [Doscher, Mindy L ANP](https://boone.health/providers/doscher-mindy-l-cnp/)
- [Breshears, Lauren W AGPCNP](https://boone.health/providers/brashears-lauren-w-agpcnp/)
- [Silney, Carolle MD](https://boone.health/providers/silney-carolle-md/)
- [Gerges, Louis, MD](https://boone.health/providers/gerges-louis-md/)
- [Cormier, Matthew DO](https://boone.health/providers/cormier-matthew-do/)
- [Verbsky, John W MD](https://boone.health/providers/verbsky-john-w-md/)
- [Frank, Logan A MD](https://boone.health/providers/frank-logan-a-md/)
- [Srivastava, Shraddha, DO](https://boone.health/providers/srivastava-shraddha-do/)
- [Waliullah, Khalid M.D.](https://boone.health/providers/215361/)
- [Scott Dudley, M.D.](https://boone.health/providers/215133/)
- [Tague, Laneshia K MD](https://boone.health/providers/tague-laneshia-k-md/)
- [Madaffer, Nicholas, MD](https://boone.health/providers/madaffer-nicholas-md/)
- [Annie Metzner, MSN, APRN, FNP-C](https://boone.health/providers/annie-metzner-msn-aprn-fnp-c/)
- [McGowan, Paul J. MD](https://boone.health/providers/mcgowan-paul-j-md/)
- [Best, John, MD](https://boone.health/providers/best-john-md/)
- [Teri Bauer, DNP, AGPCNP](https://boone.health/providers/teri-bauer-np/)
- [Doerhoff, Tammy L FNPBC](https://boone.health/providers/doerhoff-tammy-l-fnpbc/)
- [Jung, Erzsebet MD](https://boone.health/providers/jung-erzsebet-md/)
- [Christina Bersano, FNP-BC](https://boone.health/providers/christina-bersano-fnp-bc/)
- [Stiefel, Gretchen Rae DO](https://boone.health/providers/stiefel-gretchen-rae-do/)
- [Nicholas, Claudia E MD](https://boone.health/providers/nicholas-claudia-e-md/)
- [Berck, Darrah D MD](https://boone.health/providers/berck-darrah-d-md/)
- [Bernard, Sarah E MD](https://boone.health/providers/bernard-sarah-e-md/)
- [Borgmeyer, Matthew R MD](https://boone.health/providers/borgmeyer-matthew-r-md/)
- [Morse, Kimberly K MD](https://boone.health/providers/morse-kimberly-k-md/)
- [Jones, Kevin A MD](https://boone.health/providers/jones-kevin-a-md/)
- [Wilson, Elizabeth A MD](https://boone.health/providers/wilson-elizabeth-a-md/)
- [Puckett, Lynn D MD](https://boone.health/providers/puckett-lynn-d-md/)
- [Troy Schiedt, M.D.](https://boone.health/providers/troy-schiedt-m-d/)
- [Hanick, Andrea L](https://boone.health/providers/hanick-andrea-l/)
- [Oliver, Kevin Michael DO](https://boone.health/providers/oliver-kevin-michael-do/)
- [Monaghan, Kayla R DO](https://boone.health/providers/monaghan-kayla-r-do/)
- [Cary Hall, M.D.](https://boone.health/providers/cary-hall-m-d/)
- [Fleming, Zachary Paul MD](https://boone.health/providers/fleming-zachary-paul-md/)
- [Olivia Craft, M.D.](https://boone.health/providers/olivia-craft-m-d/)
- [Heredia-Bejarano, Hector Orlando MD](https://boone.health/providers/heredia-bejarano-hector-orlando-md/)
- [Petersen, Anne E, MD, FACS](https://boone.health/providers/petersen-anne-e-md/)
- [Kerissa Harris, PA](https://boone.health/providers/kerissa-harris-pa/)
- [Hunter Damron, PA](https://boone.health/providers/hunter-damron-pa/)
- [Koreckij, Jason T MD](https://boone.health/providers/koreckij-jason-t-md/)
- [Kleiber, Brian D MD](https://boone.health/providers/kleiber-brian-d-md/)
- [Jones, Matthew L MD](https://boone.health/providers/jones-matthew-l-md/)
- [Bormann, Kurt T MD](https://boone.health/providers/bormann-kurt-t-md/)
- [Anz, Alan Garvin MD](https://boone.health/providers/anz-alan-garvin-md/)
- [Aleto, Thomas Joseph MD](https://boone.health/providers/aleto-thomas-joseph-md/)
- [Adams, Mark A. MD](https://boone.health/providers/adams-mark-a-md/)
- [Thompson, Paul H MD](https://boone.health/providers/thompson-paul-h-md/)
- [Zaner, James T MD](https://boone.health/providers/zaner-james-t-md/)
- [Hecht, Brian S MD](https://boone.health/providers/hecht-brian-s-md/)
- [Blount, Lucas R MD](https://boone.health/providers/blount-lucas-r-md/)
- [Elsenraat, Abram J MD](https://boone.health/providers/elsenraat-abram-j-md/)
- [O'Connor, Timothy A MD](https://boone.health/providers/oconnor-timothy-a-md/)
- [Bonnie Heithold, M.D.](https://boone.health/providers/bonnie-heithold-m-d/)
- [Keane McCullum, M.D.](https://boone.health/providers/keane-mccullum-m-d/)
- [M. Leah Smith, MD](https://boone.health/providers/m-leah-smith-md/)
- [Merrihew, Michelle Christine DO](https://boone.health/providers/merrihew-michelle-christine-do/)
- [Phillips, Roy MD](https://boone.health/providers/phillips-roy-md/)
- [Taylor, Alex MD](https://boone.health/providers/alex-taylor-md/)
- [Evans-Smith, Pamela PhD, FNP-C](https://boone.health/providers/evans-smith-pamela-l-np/)
- [Ryan, Terrence J MD](https://boone.health/providers/ryan-terrence-j-md/)
- [Bondurant, Charles P MD](https://boone.health/providers/bondurant-charles-p-md/)
- [Watson-Adams, Patricia E NP](https://boone.health/providers/watson-adams-patricia-e-np/)
- [McKenzie Kusgen, FNP-C](https://boone.health/providers/mckenzie-kusgen-fnp-c/)
- [Amber Dean, FNP-C](https://boone.health/providers/amber-dean-fnp-c/)
- [Henry C. Marquez, MD, FACC](https://boone.health/providers/henry-c-marquez-md-facc/)
- [Mikhael, Mary Rasmy Azer MD](https://boone.health/providers/mikhael-mary-rasmy-azer-md/)
- [Hedgecorth, Jennifer, PA-S](https://boone.health/providers/hedgecorth-jennifer-pa-s/)
- [Nikki Clatt, FNP-BC](https://boone.health/providers/nikki-clatt-fnp-bc/)
- [Roach, Michael DeWayne DO](https://boone.health/providers/roach-michael-dewayne-do/)
- [Dr. Dan Pierce](https://boone.health/providers/dr-dan-pierce/)
- [Lutz, Kathi A FNP-BC, HF-Cert](https://boone.health/providers/lutz-kathi-a-fnp-bc/)
- [Lenauer, Lauren DNP, FNP-BC](https://boone.health/providers/lenauer-lauren-dnp-fnp-bc/)
- [Kean, Patricia A FNP-BC](https://boone.health/providers/kean-patricia-a-fnp-bc/)
- [Burks, Hillary N FNP-C](https://boone.health/providers/burks-hillary-n-fnp-c/)
- [Tillman, Charles H MD](https://boone.health/providers/tillman-charles-h-md/)
- [Boyer, John K MD](https://boone.health/providers/boyer-john-k-md/)
- [Kennett, Jerry D MD](https://boone.health/providers/kennett-jerry-d-md/)
- [Koch, James M MD](https://boone.health/providers/koch-james-m-md/)
- [Goble, Myles B MD](https://boone.health/providers/goble-myles-b-md/)
- [Richards, Stephanie, PA](https://boone.health/providers/richards-stephanie-pa/)
- [Reynolds, Molly, PA](https://boone.health/providers/reynolds-molly-pa/)
- [Froeschner, Jamie, MD](https://boone.health/providers/froeschner-jamie-md/)
- [Boudreau, James Bryce FNP](https://boone.health/providers/boudreau-james-bryce-fnp/)
- [Addison, Sonya S. MD](https://boone.health/providers/addison-sonya-s-md/)
- [McBee, Sarah Renee FNP](https://boone.health/providers/mcbee-sarah-renee-fnp/)
- [Linthacum, Tonya Ann NP](https://boone.health/providers/linthacum-tonya-ann-np/)
- [Loyd, Tawny Marie PA-C](https://boone.health/providers/tucci-tawny-marie-pa-c/)
- [Kuhlman, Claire, PA](https://boone.health/providers/kuhlman-claire-pa/)
- [Elwing, Terry J MD](https://boone.health/providers/elwing-terry-j-md/)
- [Copeland, Kimberly, S-DNP](https://boone.health/providers/copeland-kimberly-s-dnp/)
- [Payne, Rayni, MSN, APRN, ACAGNP-BC](https://boone.health/providers/payne-rayni-fnp-c/)
- [Cody, Cathy MD](https://boone.health/providers/cody-cathy-md/)
- [Wilson, Grace E MD](https://boone.health/providers/wilson-grace-elizabeth-md/)
- [Gerber, Benjamin Ray, MD, FACS](https://boone.health/providers/gerber-benjamin-ray-md/)
- [Rollison, Lisa M, DO, FACS](https://boone.health/providers/rollison-lisa-m-do/)
- [Vaden, Reggie A, MD, FACS](https://boone.health/providers/vaden-reggie-a-md/)
- [Mahnken, Heidi, MD, FACS](https://boone.health/providers/mahnken-heidi-md/)
- [Zweerink, Matthew, MD](https://boone.health/providers/zweerink-matthew-md/)
- [Cherri, Joseph, DO](https://boone.health/providers/cherri-joseph-do/)
- [See, Ali, FNP-C](https://boone.health/providers/see-ali-fnp-c/)
- [Kinkade, Michael Theodore MD](https://boone.health/providers/kinkade-michael-theodore-md/)
- [Mullinix, Bethany R DO](https://boone.health/providers/mullinix-bethany-r-do/)
- [Smith, Sarah L FNP](https://boone.health/providers/smith-sarah-l-fnp/)
- [Canuto, Crystelle, MSN, FNP](https://boone.health/providers/canuto-crystelle-msn-fnp/)
- [Adebiyi, Sadiat, NP](https://boone.health/providers/adebiyi-sadiat-np/)
- [Zhuang, Lin MD](https://boone.health/providers/zhuang-lin-md/)
- [Vall, El Hacen, MD](https://boone.health/providers/vall-el-hacen-md/)
- [Kolluru, Prathik, MD](https://boone.health/providers/kolluru-prathik-md/)
- [Gilbert, Cameron MD](https://boone.health/providers/gilbert-cameron-md/)
- [Ferry, Joseph DO](https://boone.health/providers/ferry-joseph-do/)
- [Anochie, Okechukwu, MD](https://boone.health/providers/anochie-okechukwu-md/)
- [Schmitt, Angela M DO](https://boone.health/providers/schmitt-angela-m-do/)
- [Stallo, Cheryl NP](https://boone.health/providers/stallo-cheryl-np/)
- [Arnold, Heather NP](https://boone.health/providers/arnold-heather-np/)
- [Tungesvik, Alex MD](https://boone.health/providers/tungesvik-alex-md/)
- [O'Brien, Lauren AGACNP-BC](https://boone.health/providers/obrien-lauren-agacnp-bc/)
- [Binder, Lindi, PA-C](https://boone.health/providers/binder-lindi-pa-c/)
- [Webber, Emily, PA-C](https://boone.health/providers/webber-emily-pa-c/)
- [Koenig, Megan, PA-C](https://boone.health/providers/koenig-megan-pa-c/)
- [Lang, Paige, PA-C](https://boone.health/providers/lang-paige-pa-c/)
- [Vaughan, Jane A NP](https://boone.health/providers/vaughan-jane-a-np/)
- [Wolfe, Joy Annette NP](https://boone.health/providers/wolfe-joy-annette-np/)
- [Revelle, Sara M NP](https://boone.health/providers/revelle-sara-m-np/)
- [Ndiaye, Ndeye M NP](https://boone.health/providers/ndiaye-ndeye-m-np-2/)
- [Ndiaye, Marieme M NP](https://boone.health/providers/ndiaye-ndeye-m-np/)
- [Jose, Sheena](https://boone.health/providers/jose-sheena/)
- [Beshears, Jacqueline L NP](https://boone.health/providers/beshears-jacqueline-l-np/)
- [Green, Shannon FNP-C](https://boone.health/providers/green-shannon-fnp-c/)
- [O'Neill, Jennifer MD, FACS](https://boone.health/providers/oneill-jennifer-md-facs/)
- [Granneman, Nathan Lee MD](https://boone.health/providers/granneman-nathan-lee-md/)
- [Struttmann, Matthew MD](https://boone.health/providers/struttmann-matthew-md/)
- [Zey-Thacker, Brandi Dawn NP](https://boone.health/providers/zey-thacker-brandi-dawn-md/)
- [Williams, Liza Suzanne NP](https://boone.health/providers/williams-liza-suzanne-np/)
- [Willer, Andrea Y NP](https://boone.health/providers/willer-andrea-y-np/)
- [Whiting, Aaron J MD](https://boone.health/providers/whiting-aaron-j-md/)
- [Vahabzadeh, Siamac MD](https://boone.health/providers/vahabzadeh-siamac-md/)
- [Kelley, Rebecca Thelma MD](https://boone.health/providers/kelley-rebecca-thelma-md/)
- [Kammerich, Brittany A MD](https://boone.health/providers/kammerich-brittany-a-md/)
- [Hart, Melinda Carol](https://boone.health/providers/hart-melinda-carol/)
- [Freidel, Denise J DO](https://boone.health/providers/freidel-denise-j-do/)
- [Foreman, Jane I NP](https://boone.health/providers/foreman-jane-i-np/)
- [Feger, Andrea L FNP-BC](https://boone.health/providers/feger-andrea-l-fnp-bc/)
- [Crews, Elizabeth A NP](https://boone.health/providers/crews-elizabeth-a-np/)
- [Wesley, Taylor Morgan](https://boone.health/providers/wesley-taylor-morgan/)
- [Vogt, Douglas E MD](https://boone.health/providers/vogt-douglas-e-md/)
- [Soncasie, Timothy R MD](https://boone.health/providers/soncasie-timothy-r-md/)
- [Scoles, Lyndell D MD](https://boone.health/providers/scoles-lyndell-d-md/)
- [Schondelmeyer, Raymond Wade MD](https://boone.health/providers/schondelmeyer-raymond-wade-md/)
- [Quinlan, Michael L MD](https://boone.health/providers/quinlan-michael-l-md/)
- [Dougherty, Ashlee PA](https://boone.health/providers/dougherty-ashlee/)
- [Delwood, Donald M MD](https://boone.health/providers/delwood-donald-m-md/)
- [Ciolino, Thomas J MD](https://boone.health/providers/ciolino-thomas-j-md/)
- [Chang, Charlotte MD](https://boone.health/providers/chang-charlotte-md/)
- [Boyer, Holly M MD](https://boone.health/providers/boyer-holly-m-md/)
- [Barjenbruch, Peggy A MD](https://boone.health/providers/barjenbruch-peggy-a/)
- [Salinas, Erica H MD](https://boone.health/providers/salinas-erica-h-md/)
- [Markway, Jamie D NP](https://boone.health/providers/markway-jamie-d-np/)
- [Bresnahan, Julie NP](https://boone.health/providers/bresnahan-julie-np/)
- [Adkisson, Cary FNP-BC](https://boone.health/providers/adkisson-cary-fnp-bc/)
- [Roberts, Mary PA-C](https://boone.health/providers/roberts-mary-pa-c/)
- [Nolen, Hunter M.D.](https://boone.health/providers/nolen-hunter-m-d/)
- [Mechlin, Clay W MD](https://boone.health/providers/mechlin-clay-w-md/)
- [Fish, Philip MD](https://boone.health/providers/fish-philip-md/)
- [Balakrishnan, Elangovan MD](https://boone.health/providers/balakrishnan-elangovan-md/)
- [Iliff, Andrew M MD](https://boone.health/providers/iliff-andrew-m-md/)
- [Makarian, Liana MD](https://boone.health/providers/makarian-liana-md/)
- [Ramadoss, Umasankar MD](https://boone.health/providers/ramadoss-umasankar-md/)
- [Smith, Caleb MD](https://boone.health/providers/smith-caleb-md/)
- [Kline, Hanaa MSN, APRN, AGACNP-BC](https://boone.health/providers/kline-hanaa-msn-aprn-agacnp-bc/)
- [Beckett, Nathan MD](https://boone.health/providers/beckett-nathan-md/)
- [Severance, Sarah Elizabeth MD](https://boone.health/providers/severance-sarah-elizabeth-md/)
- [Krautmann, Kurt Michael](https://boone.health/providers/krautmann-kurt-michael/)
- [Beck, Phillip P MD](https://boone.health/providers/beck-phillip-p-md/)
- [Mellitt, Richard J MD](https://boone.health/providers/mellitt-richard-j-md/)
- [Goodin, Jason A DO](https://boone.health/providers/goodin-jason-a-do/)
- [Hernandez, Ricardo A MD](https://boone.health/providers/hernandez-ricardo-a-md/)
- [Duff, Ross E. MD](https://boone.health/providers/duff-ross-e-md/)
- [Gonzales, Brian E NP](https://boone.health/providers/gonzales-brian-e-np/)
- [James, David Thomas MD](https://boone.health/providers/james-david-thomas-md/)
- [Brooks, Blake Jay MD](https://boone.health/providers/brooks-blake-jay-md/)
- [Abu-Salah, Tareq M MD](https://boone.health/providers/abu-salah-tareq-m-md/)
- [Chan, Frank MD](https://boone.health/providers/chan-frank-md/)
- [Hamann, Joshua C MD](https://boone.health/providers/hamann-joshua-c-md/)
- [Miles, John D MD](https://boone.health/providers/miles-john-d-md/)
- [Yehyawi, Tameem M MD](https://boone.health/providers/yehyawi-tameem-m-md/)
- [Getzoff, Andrew J MD](https://boone.health/providers/getzoff-andrew-j-md/)
- [Lazinger, Maxwell MD](https://boone.health/providers/lazinger-maxwell-md/)
- [Marroquin, Rafael MD](https://boone.health/providers/marroquin-rafael-md/)
- [Wendling, Alexander Carey MD](https://boone.health/providers/wendling-alexander-carey-md/)
- [Thompson, Samuel Franklin MD](https://boone.health/providers/thompson-samuel-franklin-md/)
- [Leiker, Andrew J NP](https://boone.health/providers/leiker-andrew-j-np/)
- [Cope, Reed E MD](https://boone.health/providers/cope-reed-e-md/)
- [Johnson, Harold A MD](https://boone.health/providers/johnson-harold-a-md/)
- [Williams, Conor Troy MD](https://boone.health/providers/williams-conor-troy-md/)
- [Nilsson, Peter DO](https://boone.health/providers/nilsson-peter-do/)
- [Leila, Ahmad Abou MD](https://boone.health/providers/leila-ahmad-abou-md/)
- [Coku, Lindita MD](https://boone.health/providers/coku-lindita-md/)
- [Shock, Leslie Ann MD](https://boone.health/providers/shock-leslie-ann-md/)
- [Meyer, Thomas W DO](https://boone.health/providers/meyer-thomas-w-do/)
- [Huebner, Jeffrey G MD](https://boone.health/providers/huebner-jeffrey-g-md/)
- [Cohen, Mark E MD](https://boone.health/providers/cohen-mark-e-md/)
- [Cass, William Allen MD](https://boone.health/providers/cass-william-allen-md/)
- [Newton, James C MD](https://boone.health/providers/newton-james-c-md/)
- [Wenkel, Jack W PA-C](https://boone.health/providers/wenkel-jack-w-pa-c/)
- [Szewczyk, Michael J MD](https://boone.health/providers/szewczyk-michael-j-md/)
- [Fansler, Meagan NP](https://boone.health/providers/fansler-meagan/)
- [Perry, Lindall A MD](https://boone.health/providers/perry-lindall-a-md/)
- [Barnes, Jonathan AGPCNP-BC](https://boone.health/providers/barnes-jonathan-anp/)
- [Grieve, Steveny Y NP](https://boone.health/providers/grieve-steveny-yanique-np/)
- [Freer, Matthew J PA-C](https://boone.health/providers/freer-matthew-james-pa-c/)
- [Redington, Lindsey M NP](https://boone.health/providers/redington-lindsey-michelle-np/)
- [Renick, Garrel L DO](https://boone.health/providers/renick-garrel-lee-do/)
- [McGreevy, Joseph W MD](https://boone.health/providers/mcgreevy-joseph-william-md/)
- [Hassan, Syed O MD](https://boone.health/providers/hassan-syed-o-md/)
- [Grossman, Kate L MD](https://boone.health/providers/grossman-kate-l-md/)
- [Zeglis, Chad P MD](https://boone.health/providers/zeglis-chad-p-md/)
- [Petrie, Arthur Rice MD](https://boone.health/providers/petrie-arthur-rice-md/)
- [Makarian, Alexandre MD](https://boone.health/providers/makarian-alexandre-md/)
- [Cheddi, Aruna MD](https://boone.health/providers/cheddi-aruna-md/)
- [Bhagat, Shambhu MD](https://boone.health/providers/bhagat-shambhu-md/)
- [Barnes, Blake W MD](https://boone.health/providers/barnes-blake-w-md/)
- [Murphey, Jill S MD](https://boone.health/providers/murphey-jill-s-md/)
- [Yabut, Edmond P MD](https://boone.health/providers/yabut-edmond-p-md/)
- [Winkelmeyer, William K MD](https://boone.health/providers/winkelmeyer-william-k-md/)
- [Williams, Michael D MD](https://boone.health/providers/williams-michael-d-md/)
- [Watson, Myra June DO](https://boone.health/providers/watson-myra-june-do/)
- [Ray, Adrian K MD](https://boone.health/providers/ray-adrian-k-md/)
- [Llorens, Nicolas MD](https://boone.health/providers/llorens-nicolas-md/)
- [Halsey, Kevin D MD](https://boone.health/providers/halsey-kevin-d-md/)
- [Gerhardt, Donald C MD](https://boone.health/providers/gerhardt-donald-c-md/)
- [Cleavinger, Peter J MD](https://boone.health/providers/cleavinger-peter-j-md/)
- [Anderson, Bradley W. MD](https://boone.health/providers/anderson-bradley-w-md/)
- [Yehyawi, Shannon E MD](https://boone.health/providers/yehyawi-shannon-e-md/)
- [Tarbox, Byron R MD](https://boone.health/providers/tarbox-byron-r-md/)
- [Sahota, Shawn MD](https://boone.health/providers/sahota-shawn-md/)
- [Robertson, Michael W MD](https://boone.health/providers/robertson-michael-w-md/)
- [Jenkins, Tyler J MD](https://boone.health/providers/jenkins-tyler-j-md/)
- [Jamison, Kimberly MD](https://boone.health/providers/jamison-kimberly-md/)
- [Bryer, Mark P MD](https://boone.health/providers/bryer-mark-p-md/)
- [Biedermann, Gregory B MD](https://boone.health/providers/biedermann-gregory-b-md/)
- [Brashears, Rachael N DO](https://boone.health/providers/brashears-rachael-n-do/)
- [Wilshire, Gilbert B MD](https://boone.health/providers/wilshire-gilbert-b-md/)
- [Peravali, Silpa MD](https://boone.health/providers/peravali-silpa-md/)
- [Florendo, Katherine Noelle MD](https://boone.health/providers/florendo-katherine-noelle-md/)
- [Foster, Robert Scott DPM](https://boone.health/providers/foster-robert-scott-dpm/)
- [Stine, Gregory L DDS](https://boone.health/providers/stine-gregory-l-dds/)
- [Scott, Maice A DDS](https://boone.health/providers/scott-maice-a-dds/)
- [Coyle, Robert D DDS](https://boone.health/providers/coyle-robert-d-dds/)
- [Gardner, Christina L DDS](https://boone.health/providers/gardner-christina-l-dds/)
- [McLeay, Matthew T MD](https://boone.health/providers/mcleay-matthew-t-md/)
- [Whitbey, Stephanie A NP](https://boone.health/providers/whitbey-stephanie-a-np/)
- [Fisher, Beth Ann MD](https://boone.health/providers/fisher-beth-ann-md/)
- [Darkow, Grant Van Dyke MD](https://boone.health/providers/darkow-grant-van-dyke-md/)
- [Weidt, Laura N MD](https://boone.health/providers/weidt-laura-n-md/)
- [Stuebben, Paula R MD](https://boone.health/providers/stuebben-paula-r-md/)
- [Monsees, Lisa D MD](https://boone.health/providers/monsees-lisa-d-md/)
- [Jacobs, Janie L MD](https://boone.health/providers/jacobs-janie-l-md/)
- [Dietiker, Kristin L MD](https://boone.health/providers/dietiker-kristin-l-md/)
- [Bondurant, Holly H MD](https://boone.health/providers/bondurant-holly-h-md/)
- [Meyer, Steven Craig MD](https://boone.health/providers/meyer-steven-craig-md/)
- [Wei, Peng-Peng F MD](https://boone.health/providers/wei-peng-peng-f-md/)
- [Walker-Ellis, Ashley Renee NP](https://boone.health/providers/walker-ellis-ashley-renee-np/)
- [Stixrud, Christina E MD](https://boone.health/providers/stixrud-christina-e-md/)
- [Schmidt, Richard U MD](https://boone.health/providers/schmidt-richard-u-md/)
- [Ringdahl, Bruce E DDS](https://boone.health/providers/ringdahl-bruce-e-dds/)
- [Okpala, Johnbosco O MD](https://boone.health/providers/okpala-johnbosco-o-md/)
- [Mecker, Robert W MD](https://boone.health/providers/mecker-robert-w-md/)
- [Maples, Donald Lee DO](https://boone.health/providers/maples-donald-lee-do/)
- [Kozel, Jessica Ann MD](https://boone.health/providers/kozel-jessica-ann-md/)
- [Kellogg, Clint W DO](https://boone.health/providers/kellogg-clint-w-do/)
- [Batman, Amir D MD](https://boone.health/providers/batman-amir-d-md/)
- [Beals, Claudia L MD](https://boone.health/providers/beals-claudia-l-md/)
- [Bettis, Eric D DO](https://boone.health/providers/bettis-eric-d-do/)
- [Capling, Richard Kenneth DO](https://boone.health/providers/capling-richard-kenneth-do/)
- [Carroll, Christine C DO](https://boone.health/providers/carroll-christine-c-do/)
- [Crowder, Sara E MD](https://boone.health/providers/crowder-sara-e-md/)
- [Davis, Wayne E DO](https://boone.health/providers/davis-wayne-e-do/)
- [Egbert, Tyler J MD](https://boone.health/providers/egbert-tyler-j-md/)
- [Ewing, David Eric MD](https://boone.health/providers/ewing-david-eric-md/)
- [Fagiolo, Elizabeth M NP](https://boone.health/providers/fagiolo-elizabeth-m-np/)
- [Huang, David B MD](https://boone.health/providers/huang-david-b-md/)
- [Gerstner, Bret Andrew PA-C](https://boone.health/providers/gerstner-bret-andrew-pa-c/)
- [Ehmke, Jeffrey Scott DO](https://boone.health/providers/ehmke-jeffrey-scott-do/)
- [Ahmed, Mohammed Arif MD](https://boone.health/providers/ahmed-mohammed-arif-md/)

## Ultimeters

- [Foundation Event Meter 1](https://boone.health/ultimeter/foundation-event-meter-1/)

## Specialty Areas

- [Pulmonary](https://boone.health/specialty-area/pulmonary/)
- [Cardiology](https://boone.health/specialty-area/cardiology/)
- [Anesthesiology](https://boone.health/specialty-area/anesthesiology/)
- [Adult/Geri (18 & older)](https://boone.health/specialty-area/adult-geri-18-older/)

## Categories

- [Uncategorized](https://boone.health/topics/uncategorized/)
- [Blog](https://boone.health/topics/blog/)
- [Health information](https://boone.health/topics/health-information/)
- [Kelsie's Kitchen](https://boone.health/topics/kelsies-kitchen/)
- [Boone Family Birthplace](https://boone.health/topics/boone-family-birthplace/)
- [Breast Cancer](https://boone.health/topics/breast-cancer/)
- [Patient stories](https://boone.health/topics/patient-stories/)
- [Boone Therapy](https://boone.health/topics/boone-therapy/)
- [Employee Testimonials](https://boone.health/topics/employee-testimonials/)
- [Physicians](https://boone.health/topics/physicians/)
- [Motivational moment](https://boone.health/topics/motivational-moment/)
- [Events](https://boone.health/topics/events/)
- [Birthplace](https://boone.health/topics/birthplace/)
- [Foundation Events](https://boone.health/topics/foundation-events/)
- [Surgical Services](https://boone.health/topics/surgical-services/)
- [Employee of the Month](https://boone.health/topics/employee-of-the-month/)
- [Volunteer](https://boone.health/topics/volunteer/)
- [WELLAWARE](https://boone.health/topics/wellaware/)
- [Know Your Numbers](https://boone.health/topics/know-your-numbers/)
- [Community Health Events](https://boone.health/topics/community-health-events/)
- [Cardiology](https://boone.health/topics/cardiology/)
- [Weight Loss Surgery](https://boone.health/topics/weight-loss-surgery/)
- [News](https://boone.health/topics/news/)
- [Hospital Happenings](https://boone.health/topics/hospital-happenings/)
- [Stroke](https://boone.health/topics/stroke/)
- [Stewart Cancer Center](https://boone.health/topics/stewart-cancer-center/)
- [Health Screenings](https://boone.health/topics/health-screenings/)
- [Nursing](https://boone.health/topics/nursing/)
- [Heart](https://boone.health/topics/heart/)
- [Cancer](https://boone.health/topics/cancer/)
- [Service](https://boone.health/topics/service/)
- [Emergency Department](https://boone.health/topics/emergency-department/)
- [Orthopedics](https://boone.health/topics/orthopedics/)
- [Diabetes](https://boone.health/topics/diabetes/)
- [Supportive Care](https://boone.health/topics/supportive-care/)
- [Neurology](https://boone.health/topics/neurology/)
- [Awards](https://boone.health/topics/awards/)
- [Boone Hospital Foundation](https://boone.health/topics/boone-hospital-foundation/)
- [Intensive Care Nursery](https://boone.health/topics/intensive-care-nursery/)
- [Digestive (GI)](https://boone.health/topics/digestive-gi/)
- [Intensive Care Unit](https://boone.health/topics/intensive-care-unit/)
- [Healing Garden](https://boone.health/topics/healing-garden/)
- [Radiology](https://boone.health/topics/radiology/)
- [Medical Specialties](https://boone.health/topics/medical-specialties/)
- [Spiritual Care](https://boone.health/topics/spiritual-care/)
- [Celebrations](https://boone.health/topics/celebrations/)
- [Audiology](https://boone.health/topics/audiology/)
- [Boone Convenient Care](https://boone.health/topics/boone-convenient-care/)
- [Bariatrics](https://boone.health/topics/bariatrics/)

## Tags

- [Blog](https://boone.health/tags/blog/)
- [Health information](https://boone.health/tags/health-information/)
- [Kelsie's Kitchen](https://boone.health/tags/kelsies-kitchen/)
- [Boone Family Birthplace](https://boone.health/tags/boone-family-birthplace/)
- [Breast Cancer](https://boone.health/tags/breast-cancer/)
- [Patient stories](https://boone.health/tags/patient-stories/)
- [Boone Therapy](https://boone.health/tags/boone-therapy/)
- [Employee Testimonials](https://boone.health/tags/employee-testimonials/)
- [Physicians](https://boone.health/tags/physicians/)
- [Uncategorized](https://boone.health/tags/uncategorized/)
- [Motivational moment](https://boone.health/tags/motivational-moment/)
- [Events](https://boone.health/tags/events/)
- [Birthplace](https://boone.health/tags/birthplace/)
- [Foundation Events](https://boone.health/tags/foundation-events/)
- [Surgical Services](https://boone.health/tags/surgical-services/)
- [Employee of the Month](https://boone.health/tags/employee-of-the-month/)
- [Volunteer](https://boone.health/tags/volunteer/)
- [WELLAWARE](https://boone.health/tags/wellaware/)
- [Know Your Numbers](https://boone.health/tags/know-your-numbers/)
- [Community Health Events](https://boone.health/tags/community-health-events/)
- [Cardiology](https://boone.health/tags/cardiology/)
- [Weight Loss Surgery](https://boone.health/tags/weight-loss-surgery/)
- [News](https://boone.health/tags/news/)
- [Hospital Happenings](https://boone.health/tags/hospital-happenings/)
- [Stroke](https://boone.health/tags/stroke/)
- [Stewart Cancer Center](https://boone.health/tags/stewart-cancer-center/)
- [Health Screenings](https://boone.health/tags/health-screenings/)
- [Nursing](https://boone.health/tags/nursing/)
- [Heart](https://boone.health/tags/heart/)
- [Cancer](https://boone.health/tags/cancer/)
- [Service](https://boone.health/tags/service/)
- [Emergency Department](https://boone.health/tags/emergency-department/)
- [Orthopedics](https://boone.health/tags/orthopedics/)
- [Diabetes](https://boone.health/tags/diabetes/)
- [Supportive Care](https://boone.health/tags/supportive-care/)
- [Neurology](https://boone.health/tags/neurology/)
- [Awards](https://boone.health/tags/awards/)
- [Boone Hospital Foundation](https://boone.health/tags/boone-hospital-foundation/)
- [Intensive Care Nursery](https://boone.health/tags/intensive-care-nursery/)
- [Digestive (GI)](https://boone.health/tags/digestive-gi/)
- [Intensive Care Unit](https://boone.health/tags/intensive-care-unit/)
- [Healing Garden](https://boone.health/tags/healing-garden/)
- [Radiology](https://boone.health/tags/radiology/)
- [Medical Specialties](https://boone.health/tags/medical-specialties/)
- [Spiritual Care](https://boone.health/tags/spiritual-care/)
- [Celebrations](https://boone.health/tags/celebrations/)
- [Audiology](https://boone.health/tags/audiology/)
- [Boone Convenient Care](https://boone.health/tags/boone-convenient-care/)
- [weight loss surgery story](https://boone.health/tags/weight-loss-surgery-story/)
- [bariatric surgery](https://boone.health/tags/bariatric-surgery/)
- [pulmonary rehab](https://boone.health/tags/pulmonary-rehab/)
- [lung transplant](https://boone.health/tags/lung-transplant/)
- [double lung transplant](https://boone.health/tags/double-lung-transplant/)
- [motherhood](https://boone.health/tags/motherhood/)
- [pantry](https://boone.health/tags/pantry/)
- [pantry organization](https://boone.health/tags/pantry-organization/)
- [baby apps](https://boone.health/tags/baby-apps/)
- [breastfeeding apps](https://boone.health/tags/breastfeeding-apps/)
- [nicu](https://boone.health/tags/nicu/)
- [baby](https://boone.health/tags/baby/)
- [Boone Hospital History](https://boone.health/tags/boone-hospital-history/)
- [Boone Health Cardiac Rehab](https://boone.health/tags/boone-health-cardiac-rehab/)
- [Cardiac Rehab](https://boone.health/tags/cardiac-rehab/)

## Departments

- [Emergency Medicine](https://boone.health/department/emergency-medicine/)
- [pain](https://boone.health/department/pain/)

## Specialties

- [Internal Medicine](https://boone.health/specialty/internal-medicine/)
- [Cardiology](https://boone.health/specialty/cardiology/)
- [Vascular Surgery](https://boone.health/specialty/vascular-surgery/)
- [Orthopaedic Surgery](https://boone.health/specialty/orthopaedic-surgery/)
- [Plastic Surgery](https://boone.health/specialty/plastic-surgery/)
- [Gastroenterology](https://boone.health/specialty/gastroenterology/)
- [General Surgery](https://boone.health/specialty/general-surgery/)
- [Anesthesiology](https://boone.health/specialty/anesthesiology/)
- [Emergency Medicine](https://boone.health/specialty/emergency-medicine/)
- [Radiology](https://boone.health/specialty/radiology/)
- [Family Medicine](https://boone.health/specialty/family-medicine/)
- [Urology](https://boone.health/specialty/urology/)
- [Neurology](https://boone.health/specialty/neurology/)
- [Dentistry](https://boone.health/specialty/dentistry/)
- [Pediatrics](https://boone.health/specialty/pediatrics/)
- [Pathology](https://boone.health/specialty/pathology/)
- [Nephrology](https://boone.health/specialty/nephrology/)
- [Ophthalmology](https://boone.health/specialty/ophthalmology/)
- [Gynecologic Oncology](https://boone.health/specialty/gynecologic-oncology/)
- [Neonatology](https://boone.health/specialty/neonatology/)
- [Dermatopathology](https://boone.health/specialty/dermatopathology/)
- [Rheumatology](https://boone.health/specialty/rheumatology/)
- [Dermatology](https://boone.health/specialty/dermatology/)
- [Periodontics](https://boone.health/specialty/periodontics/)
- [Obstetrics & Gynecology](https://boone.health/specialty/obstetrics-gynecology/)
- [Heart Surgery](https://boone.health/specialty/heart-surgery/)
- [Hospitalist](https://boone.health/specialty/hospitalist/)
- [Pulmonology](https://boone.health/specialty/pulmonology/)
- [Diabetes & Endocrinology](https://boone.health/specialty/diabetes-endocrinology/)
- [Foot & Ankle Surgery](https://boone.health/specialty/foot-ankle-surgery/)
- [Oncology/Hematology](https://boone.health/specialty/oncology-hematology/)
- [Fertility](https://boone.health/specialty/fertility/)
- [Ear Nose & Throat](https://boone.health/specialty/ear-nose-throat/)
- [Pain Management](https://boone.health/specialty/pain-management/)
- [Oncology/Radiology](https://boone.health/specialty/oncology-radiology/)
- [Wound Care](https://boone.health/specialty/wound-care/)
- [Infectious Diseases](https://boone.health/specialty/infectious-diseases/)
- [Intensivist](https://boone.health/specialty/intensivist/)
- [Lung Surgery](https://boone.health/specialty/lung-surgery/)
- [Occupational Medicine](https://boone.health/specialty/occupational-medicine/)
- [Electrophysiology](https://boone.health/specialty/electrophysiology/)
- [Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology](https://boone.health/specialty/anatomic-pathology-clinical-pathology/)
- [Primary Care](https://boone.health/specialty/primary-care/)
- [Breast Care](https://boone.health/specialty/breast-care/)
- [Convenient Care](https://boone.health/specialty/convenient-care/)
- [Neurosurgery](https://boone.health/specialty/neurosurgery/)
- [Women's Health](https://boone.health/specialty/womens-health/)

## Board Certified List

- [Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practioner](https://boone.health/board_certified/adult-gerontology-primary-care-nurse-practioner/)
- [American Board of Orthopedic Surgery](https://boone.health/board_certified/american-board-of-orthopedic-surgery/)

## Areas of Interest

- [Pediatrics - ear infections](https://boone.health/interests/pediatrics-ear-infections/)
- [Pediatrics -- tonsils and adenoids](https://boone.health/interests/pediatrics-tonsils-and-adenoids/)
- [Head and neck surgery](https://boone.health/interests/head-and-neck-surgery/)
- [Ear infections](https://boone.health/interests/ear-infections/)
- [Hearing loss and reconstruction](https://boone.health/interests/hearing-loss-and-reconstruction/)
- [Cochlear implants](https://boone.health/interests/cochlear-implants/)
- [Vocal cords and voice box disorders and diseases](https://boone.health/interests/vocal-cords-and-voice-box-disorders-and-diseases/)
- [Sinus and allergy diseases](https://boone.health/interests/sinus-and-allergy-diseases/)
- [Migranes](https://boone.health/interests/migranes/)
- [Spinal stenosis](https://boone.health/interests/spinal-stenosis/)
- [Peripheral neuropathy](https://boone.health/interests/peripheral-neuropathy/)
- [Radiculopathy](https://boone.health/interests/radiculopathy/)
- [Myelopathy](https://boone.health/interests/myelopathy/)
- [Patients with spinal cord stimulators](https://boone.health/interests/patients-with-spinal-cord-stimulators/)
- [Cartilage restoration procedures](https://boone.health/interests/cartilage-restoration-procedures/)
- [Partial joint replacement](https://boone.health/interests/partial-joint-replacement/)
- [Minimally invasive arthroscopic surgery](https://boone.health/interests/minimally-invasive-arthroscopic-surgery/)
- [Complex total joint replacement](https://boone.health/interests/complex-total-joint-replacement/)