News

Phone Issues at Family Care Clinics
We are currently experiencing technical issues with our phone lines, and the situation may not be resolved for a few months. We understand how important it is to stay in touch, so we’ve set up alternative methods to reach us.
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Employee of the Month
Ben Landers, MLS, named November Employee of the Month, is a medical lab scientist in the hospital's laboratory. Read more about Ben's accomplishments and why he was nominated for this recognition.
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We’re Business of the Month!
We are grateful to the Butler Chamber of Commerce for this recognition and look forward to continuing our efforts to make our community healthier and stronger.
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BCMH Honored for Patient Safety Efforts
We’re pleased to announce that we received an award through Health Quality Innovators’ Hospital Quality Improvement Contractors (HQIC) Recognition Program. This award recognizes our commitment to improving the quality and safety of healthcare for our patients.
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Patriot Day Ceremony
We want to invite you to join us in recognizing Patriot Day with a brief ceremony on Wednesday, September 11 at 7:46 am. Together with our EMS Team, local first responders and employees, we will gather at the flagpole for a remembrance ceremony in honor of the individuals who lost...
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Operation Sock-It-To-Me
Auxiliary volunteers have kicked off their 2024 Operation Sock-It-To-Me campaign, an annual project that helps area school children receive new, warm socks in time for the cold winter weather. Learn more about how you can help with this project.
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Blood Drive, September 11
On September 11, 2024, Bates County Memorial Hospital will host a fall Blood Drive with Community Blood Center (CBC). All who present to donate will be entered to win a pair of tickets to a Chiefs game.
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Meet Bhinde Ballagan, Oncology Physician Assistant
We are pleased to announce  Bhinde Ballagan, PA-C, is now seeing patients in Outpatient Specialty Clinics. Bhinde is a board-certified physician assistant practicing with MidAmerica Cancer Care. She sees patients at Bates County Memorial Hospital in the Long-Nissen Infusion Center.
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Labor Day Weekend Hours
Check here for a list of clinic and service closings for Labor Day weekend.
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Introducing Jon Blake DO Orthopedic Surgeon
Bates County Memorial Hospital (BCMH) is delighted to introduce Dr. Jon E. Blake, DO, a board-certified orthopedic surgeon, to the community. Dr. Blake will offer orthopedic clinic visits and surgical procedures through Outpatient Specialty Clinics and Surgical Suites at BCMH. He joins the esteemed group of visiting specialists who provide...
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Welcoming New Audiologists
Bates County Memorial Hospital (BCMH) is pleased to introduce Minnie Baldridge, AuD CCC-A and Kathryn Grote, MS, now providing audiology services to patients through Bates County Memorial Hospital’s Rehabilitation Services.
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Infusion Center Open House Recap
Bates County Memorial Hospital (BCMH) is pleased to announce the Curtis W. Long, MD and Gay L. Nissen, RN Infusion Center is open and seeing patients. On July 21, BCMH welcomed visitors to an Open House for the Long-Nissen Center.
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