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Kirksville, MO – Northeast Regional Medical Center is pleased to announce that two physicians are returning to the Kirksville community to care for patients. Melissa Mann, D.O., will return in October and will be practicing at the Northeast Regional Medical Group. Dr. Mann will build and lead a geriatric medicine program focused on the unique needs and medical concerns for older adults. According to the Missouri Department of Health & Senior Services, the number of Missouri citizens over the age of ... ... Read More
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Kirksville, MO – Patients and visitors at Northeast Regional Medical Center may sometimes hear the clicking of furry feet walking down the hallways. The hospital offers a therapy dog program as part of the ongoing commitment to provide compassionate patient-centered care. “The Therapy Dog Visitation Program is a therapeutic service offered to patients being treated in Northeast Regional Medical Center. This therapeutic service utilizes dogs to enhance the emotional, psychological, social and physical we... ... Read More
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Northeast Regional Medical Center encourages the community to prioritize safety during holiday celebrations Kirksville, MO – As Independence Day approaches, Northeast Regional Medical Center emphasizes the importance of fireworks safety to prevent injuries and avoid a trip to the emergency department. While fireworks have been an integral part of Fourth of July festivities since 1777, it has not been without risk and should be handled only by experienced pyrotechnicians. “Leave the fireworks to the prof... ... Read More
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Northeast Regional Medical Center encourages men in the region to get their annual wellness exam added to the calendar Kirksville, MO – Research backs up the long-standing stereotype that men avoid going to the doctor. In fact, recent surveys show that approximately 44 percent of men don’t get an annual physical, and 60 percent of men won’t see a doctor if they suspect something is wrong. “Don’t wait until the ‘check engine’ light flashes to take care of your health. Just like cars, our bodies need rout... ... Read More
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Certificate of Need Application to Replace Linear Accelerator Submitted for State Approval (KIRKSVILLE, MO) June 17, 2024 – Northeast Regional Medical Center has filed an application for a Certificate of Need (CON) to bring a new linear accelerator to its campus. Linear accelerators use high energy x-rays or electrons that conform to a tumor’s shape to destroy cancer cells while sparing healthy tissue surrounding the tumor. Radiation oncology, using a linear accelerator, is an extremely effective treatm... ... Read More
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KIRKSVILLE, Mo. - (May 8, 2024) Northeast Regional Medical Center is taking knee replacement surgery to the next level with the addition of new robotic equipment that can lead to many patient benefits, including quicker, smoother recovery times. NRMC’s surgery team, led by NRMC orthopedic and sports medicine specialist Dr. Kevin Marberry, recently conducted the facility’s first total knee replacement using the advanced robotic technology. The new robotic equipment uses 3D digital modeling to create a su... ... Read More
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KIRKSVILLE, Mo,. (April 25, 2024) – In May, Northeast Regional Medical Center wants to help women be the picture of health through Keep Your Selfie Healthy: A Women’s Health Week Challenge email series. Starting May 13, Northeast Regional Medical Center will provide seven daily emails about women’s health issues, including menopause, heart disease and the prevalence of autoimmune, pelvic floor, and sleep disorders. The series is intended to help women focus on “their selfies.” To sign up, visit nermc.co... ... Read More
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Delivers essential medical services and broad impact to the larger community KIRKSVILLE, Mo., April 3, 2024– Over the course of 2023, Northeast Regional Medical Center played a vital role helping people get well and live healthier at more than 84 thousand patient encounters across its hospital and network of affiliated clinics and other outpatient sites of care. At more than 12,100 emergency department visits each year, lifesaving medically necessary care is provided for all patients regardless of their... ... Read More
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To help address hunger in our community, and in celebration of National Peanut Butter and Jelly Day on April 2, Northeast Regional Medical Center has collected more than 440 jars of peanut butter (and other nut butters) for the Pantry for Adair County. All of that peanut butter was donated by NRMC’S employees, board members, medical staff members, local businesses and community members during the recent Jars of Love Peanut Butter Drive. According to Feeding Missouri, 17.5 percent of residents in Adair C... ... Read More
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KIRKSVILLE, Mo. (March 1, 2024) – Northeast Regional Medical Center invites community members to join their efforts to fight hunger by participating in the second annual Jars of Love Peanut Butter Drive benefiting the Pantry for Adair County in Kirksville. Peanut butter is a sought after item for food banks because of its high nutritional value and long shelf life. Yet, it is one of the least donated items. The Jars of Love Peanut Butter Drive kicks off on March 4 and will run through March 25. “An esti... ... Read More
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