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Kirksville, MO (Oct. 1, 2026) – Northeast Regional Medical Center (NRMC) has expanded services to include vascular surgery, welcoming vascular surgeons Robert Carter, M.D., and Jonathan Wilson, D.O. With 25 years combined experience in vascular surgery, Drs. Carter and Wilson provide care for conditions such as deep vein thrombosis, varicose veins and peripheral arterial disease. They also provide dialysis access placement and management, in addition to other advanced vascular services. The surgeons are... ... Read More

Kirksville, MO - When your heart needs care, access to advanced technology and treatments can mean all the difference. Northeast Regional Medical Center is bringing new cardiac care options to the community for treatment of heart failure and abnormal or slow heart rhythms. In late 2025. NRMC launched a heart failure program to help detect and combat disease progression using an implantable pulmonary artery (PA) pressure reader. Results are securely sent from the reader to the patient’s heart failure car... ... Read More

Kirksville, MO – Many of us are looking for ways to make the most of our household budgets and can sometimes forget that we have healthcare benefits available. Northeast Regional Medical Center (NRMC) reminds residents that your health insurance deductible is an asset that shouldn’t go to waste. Patients often face higher out-of-pocket costs at the start of the year. However, if you’ve already met your deductible, your insurance plan is currently providing its maximum level of coverage. “This is a ‘swee... ... Read More

KIRKSVILLE, MO - Northeast Regional Medical Center (NRMC) has promoted long-time team member Marilyn Blickhan to the position of director of human resources. Blickhan steps into this leadership role with deep organizational experience and a strong commitment to the NRMC community. Blickhan has built a rewarding, broad career at NRMC since 1994 when she first joined the admissions department. In 1996, she transferred to the business office as a Medicare biller before joining the human resources departmen... ... Read More

KIRKSVILLE, MO — While falls are a significant health concern that can affect anyone, regardless of age, they are most often perceived as an inevitable part of the aging process. Despite one out of every four people aged 65 and older experiencing at least one fall each year, healthcare providers say these incidents are frequently preventable. “Falls can have serious life-changing consequences, including hip fractures, traumatic brain injuries, and a long-term loss of independence,” says Dr. Melissa Mann... ... Read More

Breaking the Cycle of Sedentary Living KIRKSVILLE, MO — August 5, 2026 — While many of us spend our days glued to desks, behind the wheel, or in front of screens, a hidden health concern may be building: chronic conditions linked to too much sitting. Research shows that excessive sitting, defined as hours spent with limited physical movement, is linked to serious health conditions, including obesity, metabolic syndrome, high blood pressure, elevated blood sugar, and unhealthy cholesterol levels. Studies... ... Read More

Kirksville, MO (July 24, 2026) - Corrie Magers, R.N., of Northeast Regional Medical Center (NRMC) was recently honored with The DAISY Award® For Extraordinary Nurses. The award is part of the DAISY Foundation's programs to recognize the super-human efforts nurses perform every day. Magers, who began her nursing career at NRMC 2 years ago, was nominated for her willingness to go above and beyond to make sure patients feel comfortable during their stay and confident in the nursing care they receive. Mager... ... Read More

Kirksville, MO - Northeast Regional Medical Center (NRMC) announced that Tracy Novinger, FNP-C, is now seeing patients at Northeast Regional Heart Center. Born and raised in Green City, Novinger has spent the last 20 years in Kirksville. “My decision to become a nurse practitioner and practice near my hometown allows me to care for the people who helped shape who I am-my neighbors, friends and families who make this community home,” shared Novinger. “Serving the place I call home is both a privilege and... ... Read More

KIRKSVILLE, MO (June 12, 2026) - Northeast Regional Medical Center (NRMC) recently celebrated the graduation of ten resident physicians from four medical education programs. The residency programs include dermatology, family medicine, osteopathic neuromusculoskeletal medicine and internal medicine. Resident physicians have completed medical school and are now pursuing specialized training and clinical experiences. Residency programs at NRMC take 3 years to complete. Once a physician completes residency ... ... Read More

Kirksville, MO – With an estimated 700,000 to one million knee-specific operations performed in the United States each year, arthroscopic knee surgery has transformed the treatment of joint injuries, providing patients with a minimally invasive option that supports faster recovery and improved outcomes. This advanced surgical technique allows orthopedic specialists, including those at Northeast Regional Medical Center, to diagnose and treat a wide range of knee conditions with precision, while minimizin... ... Read More