Owensboro Health Medical Group - Children's Center

09/29/2025

Yesterday was a day full of joy, hugs and heartwarming reunions.
Owensboro Health Regional Hospital hosted its annual NICU Reunion, welcoming back some of our tiniest former patients—now thriving NICU graduates!
Since opening 15 years ago, our NICU has served approximately 4,500 families. Yesterday, we celebrated those journeys, reconnected with families and honored the incredible strength of these children and their loved ones.
Thank you to everyone who joined us—we’re proud to be part of your story.

09/22/2025

🎉 It’s almost go time! Join us this Saturday, September 27 for the Superhero 5K, Kids Fun Run, and Superhero Walk at the Owensboro Health Healthpark!
💗 Help support cancer patients at Owensboro Health Mitchell Memorial Cancer Center and honor our survivors in style.
🦸‍♂️ Capes encouraged!
More details & registration: OwensboroHealth.org/Superheroes

09/18/2025

Flu prevention isn’t just a personal choice—it’s a community responsibility. Learn how you can help keep our community healthy in today's Mind & Body column by Dr. Wade Taylor, Medical Director of Owensboro Health Urgent Care. Read it here: https://bit.ly/3VWA8Ya.

09/12/2025

University of Louisville School of Nursing is excited to offer an Accelerated Second Degree Bachelor of Science in Nursing program in Owensboro. This hybrid program — where course lectures are offered online and clinical and lab experiences occur in person — prepares students with a bachelor's degree in any area outside of nursing to become entry-level professional nurses in just 15 months. Applications are being accepted now through November 15 for priority consideration.
Applications will be accepted until January 10, based on space availability. For more information, go to https://bit.ly/3T9DOVA.

09/12/2025

Congratulations Owensboro Health Family Medicine, for 10 years of outstanding service to our community! Come see what all the fuss is about - make an appointment at 270-686-8500. Located at 1325 Triplett St. in Owensboro.

09/11/2025

🌟 Emergency Preparedness Expo 2025 🌟
Thank you to the 19+ community partners, schools, and agencies who joined us today for hands-on learning in fire safety, CPR, survival skills, and more.
“This event is all about preparing our people and making sure they feel confident before, during, and after a disaster,” said Katie Case, Owensboro Health Emergency Management Coordinator.
We’re grateful for everyone who made this year’s expo such a success—and we look forward to building on this tradition. 💙

Koorsen Fire & Security
Daviess County Emergency Management Agency
Daviess County Sheriff's Office
Casey Clark
Green River District Health Department
West Kentucky Healthcare Coalition
Santa's Saws
Western Ky Medical Reserve
HealthForce Kentucky
American Red Cross
United Way of the Ohio Valley
OMU
AMR Owensboro
Air Evac Lifeteam 92- Breckinridge County, KY
Owensboro Fire Department
Owensboro Police Department
Owensboro Health Trauma Services
Owensboro Health Emergency Management
Owensboro Health Regional Hospital Inpatient Pharmacy Residents

09/11/2025

On this 9/11, we paused to honor the first responders who protect and serve our communities every day.
At today’s Emergency Preparedness Expo, we were proud to stand beside them in gratitude and remembrance.
We appreciate their courage—today and always.

09/11/2025

🩺 Cardiac Cath Lab Technologist – Owensboro, KY
Join the heart of innovation at Owensboro Health Regional Hospital. We’re hiring a full-time Cardiac Cath Lab Technologist to support our advanced cardiovascular care team.
Schedule: 6:30 a.m.–7 p.m.
Requirements:
-Associate’s or higher in Science or related field
-Registered Radiologic Technologist
-Radiation Operator license in Kentucky
Be part of a team that’s saving lives every day. Apply today at https://bit.ly/47DEISq.

09/11/2025

Today, on World Su***de Prevention Day, we pause to remind our community: your life matters. Your story is important. And help is always within reach.
Mental health struggles can feel isolating, but you are never alone. Whether you're facing anxiety, depression or thoughts of su***de — there is hope.
💚 Owensboro Health is committed to supporting mental wellness through compassionate care, crisis resources and community partnerships.
📞 If you or someone you love is in crisis, call or text 988 — the Su***de & Crisis Lifeline. Trained counselors are available 24/7 to listen, support and guide you to safety.

09/10/2025

The University of Louisville School of Nursing Owensboro Extension held a transition ceremony on September 4, 2025, to celebrate students moving into the program’s upper division. Owensboro Health congratulates them on this accomplishment! Please join us in celebrating these dedicated individuals by posting your well wishes below.

For more information go to OwensboroHealth.org/UofLBSN.

09/10/2025

Want to learn how to stay safe in an emergency, and maybe even be a resource to others? Stop by the Emergency Preparedness Expo tomorrow at Owensboro Health Regional Hospital from 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. and hear from the experts. Learn more at

Visit the Emergency Preparedness Expo in the Owensboro Health Regional Hospital Café Meeting Rooms on Sept. 11 from 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

09/09/2025

🏃‍♀️ Runners, walkers, superheroes—this one’s for you!
Join us for the Super Hero 5K on Saturday, September 27, at 8 a.m.
💥 All fitness levels welcome. Race entry is $40.
Help support cancer patients at Owensboro Health Mitchell Memorial Cancer Center—and don’t forget your cape!
Register here:

The 2025 Superhero 5K, Kids Fun Run & Walk honors Superhero Cancer Survivors and raises funds for the Mitchell Memorial Cancer Center.

09/08/2025

The University of Louisville School of Nursing, Owensboro Extension, invites you to an upcoming in-person information session! From 1 to 3 p.m. September 18 at 1000 Breckenridge Street, Suite 400 Owensboro, KY 42303. You can receive program information, tour the facilities, including the HealthForce Kentucky mobile unit, and engage with faculty, staff and nursing students. Register to attend at https://bit.ly/4neUKql. For more info, email Todd.Richardson@Louisville.edu.

09/06/2025

What a great night for football - and Owensboro Health Game On! - as Grayson County hosted McLean County last night in Leitchfield!

F**t Fiddle and the Twin Lakes team tossed special edition footballs to fans on both sidelines. Then we played punt-pass-kick with two awesome high school students, including Carson Dennis, who took home the $500 prize!

Thank you GCHS for hosting us and to both schools for being part of the fun!

Owensboro Health is proud to support high school athletics across the region, and we can't wait for next week's Game On! at Hancock County!

09/05/2025

Owensboro Health Foundation is hosting a raffle to benefit the Dr. Scott E. Gaines Memorial Scholarship Fund in Madisonville. Established thirteen years ago in memory of Dr. Gaines, the scholarship is funded annually from the proceeds of the Dr. Scott E. Gaines Annual Golf Classic held in Madisonville each September. Since it began, more than $100,000 has been raised for the scholarships.

This year’s golf classic will be held September 13-14 at Madisonville Country Club. As part of the event, a raffle has been added. Prizes include a Yeti Hopper Flip 8 Cooler (Value $200), a Yeti Hopper Flip 12 Cooler (Value $250) and A Day at the Races for Six (Lunch and racing in the Turf Club during Churchill Downs' 2025 Fall Meet or 2026 Spring Meet. (Value $450)).

Raffle tickets are $10 each, and you do not have to be present to win. The random drawing will take place on September 15. You can learn more and purchase your raffle tickets here: www.bidpal.net/gaines2025.

08/27/2025

What happens when life hands you triplets and a NICU stay?
For moms Brittney and Ashley, it meant leaning on expert care, finding strength in community and celebrating every milestone — big and small.
Their story is a tribute to resilience and the power of personalized care.
💬 Read more:https://bit.ly/4g3o8gP

08/26/2025

Dr. Branham’s own birth story — arriving early at 28 weeks with her twin sister — inspired her to become an OB/GYN. Today, she’s passionate about delivering babies, supporting women’s health and building lifelong connections with her patients.

Her favorite part? Being the first to say “Happy Birthday!” 💙

You can find Dr. Branham at Owensboro Health Medical Group Women's Pavilion. 📞 Call 270-926-3700 to schedule an appointment or visit OwensboroHealth.org/Branham.

08/25/2025

🎉 It’s that time again!
Owensboro Parent’s Family Favorites contest is officially open, and we’re excited to be in the running for several categories that help local families stay healthy, active and supported:
💧 Swim Lessons
🏋️‍♀️ Gym with Child Care
👶 Pediatrician’s Office
🤰 OB/GYN
🧠 Mental Healthcare Office
🚑 Urgent Care
👨‍👩‍👧 Family Medicine
If you love the care you get from Owensboro Health, we’d be thrilled to have your vote! 💙
👉 Vote here: https://bit.ly/3JNTrjw
Thanks for letting us be part of your family’s journey!

08/21/2025

📚✏️ Back-to-school season is here—and so are the busy mornings, packed afternoons, and dinner-time chaos!
If you're feeling the shift from summer to school-year stress, you're not alone. Check out our latest Mind & Body column for practical, mom-tested tips on meal planning, prepping and keeping your kitchen (and sanity) in check.
From budget-friendly dinners to breakfast hacks and leftover wins, this read from registered dietitian Veronica McCauley is full of ideas to help your family thrive this fall.

👉 Read it here: https://bit.ly/41g780R

08/12/2025

Whether you are an adult, child, parent or caregiver, we know that living with and managing Type 1 Diabetes can be a challenge.
Stronger than 1 offers a community for kids and adults living with Type 1 Diabetes. Participants gain knowledge on managing Type 1 Diabetes while sharing experiences, practical advice and emotional support.
Breakout groups for children, adults and caregivers are offered to meet individual needs.
Meetings are free and open to everyone. Join us at 5 p.m. on the 3rd Tuesday of each month (August 19) at the Healthpark in Classroom B.
Please call 270-688-4858 or email
Jenny.Young@OwensboroHealth.org to register or if you have questions.

07/04/2025

On this Independence Day, we celebrate freedom, community and the people who keep us healthy and safe. Thank you to our healthcare heroes who are working today. Happy 4th of July from all of us at Owensboro Health!

04/24/2025

🎉 We're so excited to announce that Meghan Vance, MPH, PA-C, will be our special guest speaker at the Oh Baby! Community Baby Shower this Saturday, April 26, from 1-3:30 p.m. at Owensboro Health Regional Hospital! 🎉

Meghan is a trusted face at the Owensboro Health Women’s Pavilion, where she supports women through every season of life. She'll be sharing her expertise and answering questions from new and expectant parents!

Registration for this event is closed, but we will accept a limited number of walk-ins. Don't miss this opportunity to learn from an amazing healthcare provider!

04/22/2025

The new Owensboro Health text messaging platform is a great way to stay engaged about your health. With our recently expanded menu of services, you can:
• Schedule appointments
• Manage your MyChart account
• View balances
• Receive notifications about your care
• Keep up with Owensboro Health news and events
This is a new platform, so current users will need to opt in to continue receiving messages. To sign up, text START to 90152.