Fitzgibbon Hospital

09/30/2025

A Legacy of Healing Continues 🏥

We're honored to share a truly special moment in Fitzgibbon Hospital history. Roy Elfrink, M.D., who has served our area with distinction as a general surgeon for many years, had the privilege this morning of symbolically “passing the scalpel” to his son, Jacob Elfrink, M.D., who recently joined our team as an orthopedic surgeon.

This father-son moment represents more than the continuation of a family tradition. It embodies dedication to excellence in patient care. Dr. Roy Elfrink has touched countless lives in our community, and now Dr. Jacob Elfrink brings his expertise in orthopedic surgery to continue serving our patients with the same compassion and skill as part of Fitzgibbon Orthopedics & Sports Medicine.

From one generation of healers to the next, we're proud to welcome Dr. Jacob Elfrink to the Fitzgibbon family.

09/24/2025

Last week, Fitzgibbon Hospital Foundation was presented with a check for $58,074.28 from Cancer Perks. We are so grateful for the opportunity to continue the mission of Cancer Perks for our patients at the Fitzgibbon Community Cancer Center!

09/19/2025

It's time to order your pink out shirts. All proceeds benefit the Fitzgibbon Community Cancer Center. https://fitzpinkout25.itemorder.com/

09/18/2025

Last Friday, Fitzgibbon Hospital participated in an evacuation drill to learn and improve processes should an actual disaster strike our community. The drill involved a lot of organizations from the Marshall Police Department, Marshall Fire Department, Saline County Ambulance District No. 3, E-911, the Saline County Health Department, Saline County EMA and students from Missouri Valley College.

There was another group we want to thank - Heather Tietjens and her students at the Saline County Career Center. These students were patients in the drill but there is so much more this program does for our community. They are an important part of our annual health fair, and we rely on them for other special events as well. So on behalf of the entire Fitzgibbon Hospital team, thank you Saline County Career Center.

Special thank you to the Marshall Democrat News for the use of their photos of the drill.

09/16/2025

Diane Schlesselman, ATC, is doing amazing work as the trainer for Marshall High School. Did you know that Diane is an employee of Fitzgibbon Hospital? Because our student athletes need access to specialized care, we work hard to make sure it is available to them. Diane's presence on the sideline gives extra peace of mind for parents who are there watching their student athletes. Her connection with Dr. White, Dr. Elfrink, PA Miles Romney and FNP Carrie Lucas at Fitzgibbon Orthopedic and Sports Medicine means an extra measure of access for care if extra care is needed. Just another way Fitzgibbon Hospital is leaving its footprints throughout our community.

09/12/2025

Fitzgibbon Hospital Welcomes Dr. Jacob Elfrink to Orthopedic Surgery

Residents of Saline County and surrounding communities have a new orthopedic surgeon available for specialized care at Fitzgibbon Hospital. His last name - or perhaps even his face - may be known to some. Jacob Elfrink, M.D., who grew up in Marshall and graduated from Marshall High School, has returned home to join Fitzgibbon Orthopedic and Sports Medicine in Marshall. Most importantly, he joins his father, Roy Elfrink, M.D., general surgeon, in the cadre of surgical professionals ready to serve patients in the area.

Dr. Elfrink brings a diverse and comprehensive educational training to his practice. He earned his Doctor of Medicine degree from the University of Missouri-Columbia in May 2020, where he also completed his residency training in orthopedic surgery. His academic journey began with earning a bachelor’s degree in Liberal Arts from Thomas Aquinas College in Santa Paula, Cal., in 2012. He then travelled to Newcastle, England, where he earned a Diploma of Higher Education in Medical Sciences from North Umbria University in 2016.

“This arrival of Dr. Jacob Elfrink back to his community to practice alongside his dad and to continue the Elfrink legacy of excellent patient care is a long time coming,” said Angy Littrell, President and CEO of the independent, not-for-profit hospital. “It is a ‘feel-good’ story for all of us, and we have anticipated Dr. Elfrink returning home for a long time. We are glad to finally have him on board.”

The addition of Dr. Elfrink represents a homecoming of sorts for Fitzgibbon Hospital, as he comes from a distinguished medical family with deep ties to the institution and to the Saline County area. His father, Roy Elfrink, M.D., has served as a longtime general surgeon at Fitzgibbon Hospital, while his mother, Melanie Elfrink, M.D., worked as a hospitalist at the facility before her retirement. Prior to that she was a primary care physician in Marshall. This medical legacy continues with Dr. Jacob Elfrink's specialization in orthopedic surgery, bringing advanced musculoskeletal and fracture care to the community.

Dr. Elfrink is board-eligible in orthopedic surgery and holds a permanent medical license from the Missouri Board of Healing Arts. Longtime orthopedic surgeon who has been affiliated with Fitzgibbon Hospital for several years, Richard White, M.D., will be mentoring Dr. Elfrink as he begins his career at Fitzgibbon. Dr. White was a professor at the University of Missouri Medical School and actually trained many of the individuals who worked with Dr. Elfrink during his residency and education.

“Marshall and the surrounding areas have a great opportunity to benefit from Dr. Elfrink’s wealth of training in orthopedic surgery that he received from University Hospital. I am excited for the opportunity to assist in mentoring him and practicing alongside,” said Dr. White.

Dr. Elfrink's orthopedic surgery training encompassed the diagnosis, treatment, and surgical management of conditions affecting bones, joints, ligaments, tendons and muscles. He also will be working alongside Miles Romney, P.A., who is a physician assistant specializing in orthopedic care; he also holds an osteoporosis clinic periodically inside Marshall Family Practice.

Patients seeking orthopedic care for sports injuries, joint problems, fractures and other musculoskeletal conditions will benefit from Dr. Elfrink's specialized training and commitment to providing quality care close to home. His arrival eliminates the need for many patients to travel to larger metropolitan areas for orthopedic surgical services.

Fitzgibbon Hospital continues its mission of providing comprehensive healthcare services to central Missouri residents with the addition of Dr. Elfrink's specialized expertise.

For more information about orthopedic services or to schedule a consultation with Dr. Elfrink, patients should call (660) 886-8414 to schedule an appointment.

09/05/2025

With the arrival of cooler temperatures comes our annual Pink Out celebration! This annual series of events around our community started to raise funds to build the Fitzgibbon Community Cancer Center. The observance continues as we focus on raising cancer awareness in our community. Please join us at these events!

09/03/2025

08/28/2025

Since 2022, Dr. Kurt Schroer has led a dedicated group of community members on a 30 minute walk to improve their health through a program called 'Get Moving with Fitz.' It is FREE to participate! Come join us at the Buckner Wellness Center on Tuesday evenings at 5:15 p.m. Buckner Wellness Center is located on the Northwest side of the Fitzgibbon Hospital campus, behind Fitzgibbon Home Health and Hospice and Missouri Valley Physicians/Mid-Missouri Family Health.