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Community Talks 2025

Join BCMH leaders at a community meeting near you to talk about local health care, services and what matters most to you.

EMS Call of the Year 2025

BCMH honored Paramedic Rich Glossip and EMT-B Stephen Stark with the 2025 EMS Call of the Year award for their exceptional teamwork and care during a critical call.

Employee of the Month

We are proud to celebrate Ashlyn Kauffman, a registered nurse with Outpatient Specialty Clinics, as our May Employee of the Month.

Volunteer of the Year Announced April 24, 2025

We are pleased to announce our Volunteer of the Year, Carol Lewis.

Auxiliary Banquet 2025

BCMH honored its volunteers and announced Volunteer of the Year at the annual Auxiliary Recognition Banquet on April 24.

Introducing Jody Welston

BCMH welcomes Jody Welston to its Board of Directors, bringing a lifetime of public health experience and a deep commitment to community service.

BCMH Honors Bev Wainwright for 20 Years of Volunteer Service

For 20 years, Bev brought warmth and creativity to BCMH as a volunteer—but it all started with a simple moment of inspiration at another hospital.

BCMH Honors Liz Schlechty for 11 Years of Volunteer Service

We knew her as a volunteer for 11 years, but Liz actually served BCMH first as a registered nurse.

Welcome Lauren Miller, FNP-BC

Lauren Miller joins Nursery Street Family Care Clinic on May 21. With a passion for family care, she’s excited to serve our community.

Free Sports Physicals July 12, 2025

Get your student-athlete ready for the season with a free sports physical on July 12 at Bates County Memorial Hospital! Our healthcare team is offering free physicals for students entering grades 6-12. Plus, don’t miss out on free heart screenings for youth on June 21!

Introducing Dr. Cooper Rodgers, MD – Ophthalmologist

Meet Dr. Cooper Rodgers, MD – Ophthalmologist, bringing expert cataract and refractive surgery services to Bates County Memorial Hospital starting May 19!

Recognizing Jim Shade

Recognizing board member Jim Shade for 20 Years of service to our hospital and community.

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