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…
Read MoreCindy 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…
Read MoreStaying 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…
Read MoreJoin 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…
Read MoreBoone 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…
Read MoreWinter 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
Read MoreBoone 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…
Read MoreDr. 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.…
Read MoreNotice 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…
Read MoreImportance 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 2. Prevention…
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