Baptist Health Fort Smith & Van Buren

03/13/2026

Spring is a busy time in our local schools, and we love being part of it!

Team members from Baptist Health recently visited schools in Alma and Fort Smith to connect with students and families, share information about our services, and celebrate alongside the community. These events are a great way for us to meet families where they are and help kids learn a little more about health and wellness.

Thank you to the schools for welcoming us — we always enjoy spending time with our River Valley students and parents!

03/13/2026

Two of our incredible team members, Nycole Oliver, DNP, of Baptist Health Family Clinic–Massard, and Crystal Lougin, MS, LPC-S, Director of Behavioral Health, recently had the opportunity to share their expertise at the Oasis Emotional Health Conference, where Baptist Health was proud to serve as a sponsor.

It was a powerful day centered on resilience, authenticity, and the importance of caring for our own well-being so we can better care for others. Conversations like these remind us that healing extends beyond clinical care—it lives in community, connection, and the courage to show up as our most authentic selves.

Because caring for our community—mind, body, and spirit—is what we do. For You. For Life. 💙

03/11/2026

We proudly congratulate Jennifer Smith, MSN, RN, for being selected as one of the Arkansas Center for Nursing, Inc. '40 Nurse Leaders Under 40!'

03/09/2026

Know a teen who is interested in a career in healthcare? Our new NextGen Summer Program at Baptist Health-Fort Smith is accepting applications NOW until March 31, 2026!

Local students ages 15-17 will spend part of their summer breaks experiencing healthcare jobs and participating in hands-on learning and emergency drills.

Use this link to apply: https://baptist-health.co/NextGen

03/07/2026

Nycole Oliver, DNP, had the honor of joining an inspiring Women in Healthcare panel at the Fort Smith Regional Chamber of Commerce First Friday Breakfast at the University of Arkansas - Fort Smith. It was a powerful conversation about leadership, service, and the impact women are making across healthcare and public health in the River Valley.

Events like this remind us how important it is to support one another, strengthen community partnerships, and keep showing up for the people we serve. The takeaway for women building careers in healthcare and service industries: stay curious, use your voice, and don’t be afraid to be a little loud. Our communities are better because of it. 💪✨

03/07/2026

Safe sleep saves lives! Always remember the :

Alone, on their Back and in a Crib — that’s the safest way for your baby to sleep.

What’s safe: A firm mattress with a fitted sheet.
What to avoid: No pillows, blankets, stuffed animals, bumpers, or toys in the crib.

Keeping the crib clear reduces the risk of SIDS and helps your little one sleep soundly and safely.

03/06/2026

Wonderful start to the morning!

03/05/2026

🎳 Always a fun time at the Van Buren Chamber’s Incredibowl Tournament! 🎳

Baptist Health was proud to participate and be a presenting sponsor. From bowling our best to admiring the super creative bowling pin decorating contest, it was a great day with our community.

And while some of our team was aiming for strikes, our Stroke Coordinator Amy was working to strike out strokes by sharing free stroke education with attendees. 🧠🧠

03/02/2026

March is National Nutrition Month and we'd like to take a moment to highlight the incredible achievements of one of our registered dietitians.

Congrats, Gena!

FORT SMITH, Ark. –  Baptist Health is proud to recognize Gena Pierce, MS, RD/LD, a registered dietitian at the Baptist Health Nutrition Counseling Center-Fort Smith, for earning her Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES) credential.

03/02/2026

Colorectal cancer often starts without symptoms, making early screenings our best defense. Dr. Jason Mizell, a Colorectal Surgeon at Baptist Health, explains what to look for and why a colonoscopy is more than just a test, it’s a way to prevent cancer before it even starts.

02/26/2026

Join us for our next Stroke Support Group, 11 a.m. March 5, 2026 at Marvin Altman Fitness Center or virtually baptist-health.co/StrokeSupport.

02/26/2026

Back pain slowing you down?

Billie Nelson, APRN, at the Baptist Health Neuroscience Center–Fort Smith provides personalized care to help diagnose and treat back pain—so you can get back to living comfortably.

Learn more about Billie: https://bit.ly/billienelson