Baptist Memorial Hospital - Paragould

04/07/2026

Join us in celebrating Markus Greaney, RN, our newest DAISY Award honoree!

Markus was nominated for the exceptional care provided to a patient and their family in the Emergency Room. His nominator praised his calm and reassuring approach during a highly stressful time. "He took the time to explain everything clearly, answered all of my questions without making me feel rushed, and made sure I truly understood what was happening. His communication and bedside manner were outstanding. He took excellent care of my husband and demonstrated exactly what the nursing code of ethics strives to be; compassionate, competent, respectful, and patient-centered. I genuinely felt that my husband was in the best hands"

Markus, thank you for demonstrating what it means to provide compassionate, patient-centered care when people need it most. Please leave a comment below to thank Markus for his outstanding dedication to his patients!

04/06/2026

Help us celebrate our April Employee of the Month: Ricardo Gonzalez! 👏

Ricardo, an RN/Medic in our GI Lab, started his career here in Security and the Ambulance Service before becoming an RN.

Whether he is working in the GI Lab or stepping up to help in other departments, Ricardo always brings a contagious smile that uplifts both our staff and our patients. He treats everyone with respect and professionalism, making sure every patient receives the highest level of care.

Thank you, Ricardo, for your hard work and dedication to our community! Please drop a comment below to help us congratulate Ricardo! 👇

04/01/2026

Thank you to Paragould School District's Dig for the Cure for donating $5,000 to Project Hope. Project Hope provides free mammograms for qualifying individuals in our community. Special thanks to our local volleyball teams for supporting Project Hope!
For information on Project Hope, please call 870-239-7077.

03/30/2026

Today, we celebrate the incredible physicians who dedicate their lives to caring for others. You do so much more than treat illnesses. You offer comfort in our most vulnerable moments, provide answers when we need them most, and work countless hours to keep our communities healthy.

Your compassion and dedication leave a lasting impact on every patient you see. We appreciate the sacrifices you make to ensure we receive the best possible care.

Please join us in celebrating our physicians today! Share a note of thanks for a physician who has impacted your life in the comments below.

03/20/2026

Baptist Memorial and AMMC celebrate merger and share plans for the future.

Paragould, Ark., March 20, 2026– Memphis-based Baptist Memorial Health Care, one of the largest health care systems in the United States, held a news conference on Friday to celebrate its merger with Arkansas Methodist Medical Center and address the future of the hospital.

03/15/2026

As severe weather moves into our area, we know community members may seek shelter at the hospital.

Please keep the following in mind:
• Pets are not allowed inside the hospital, per state regulations and hospital policy.
• Service animals are permitted, but must be leashed or crated at all times.

Thank you for your understanding and cooperation as we work to keep everyone safe.

Stay weather-aware and follow local authorities for the latest updates.

03/05/2026

Please join us in celebrating our March Employee of the Month: Anna Fryer! 🌟

Anna, a Patient Care Tech in our OB department, has been a dedicated member of the team since May 2019. After starting her journey with us in Home Health, she transitioned to OB.

Anna is known for her welcoming smile and positive attitude. She is always willing to help wherever needed and actively looks for ways to improve patient care and safety. Her hard work and genuine enjoyment of her job are evident to everyone around her.

Thank you, Anna, for your dedication and everything you do for our patients and team!

03/05/2026

We are excited to welcome Melanie Edens as our new CEO and officially celebrate the completion of our merger with Baptist Memorial Health Care!

MEMPHIS, Tenn., March 4, 2026– Memphis-based Baptist Memorial Health Care and Arkansas Methodist Medical Center of Paragould, Arkansas, finalized plans to merge on Feb. 28, 2026, increasing Baptist Memorial’s hospitals to 25 and solidifying the organization’s position as one of the largest not...

03/02/2026

🎓✨ Scholarship Opportunity Alert! ✨🎓

The Arkansas Methodist Medical Center Auxiliary is now accepting applications for its annual scholarship program! 🌟

02/27/2026

We're seeking healthcare professionals to join our clinical team! Apply online today! https://myammc.org/careers/