Mercy Hospital Northwest Arkansas

08/10/2025

ICYMI, it's time to start adjusting schedules for the new school year. Check out some great tips from Mercy's Hanna Baxendale, APRN, to start the year off right. https://bit.ly/41kiEID

Local medical professionals are urging families to begin adjusting sleep and screen time routines as the school year approaches.

08/09/2025

Wishing families a great weekend before heading back to school! Our very own Hanna Baxendale, APRN, shared some great advice about connecting with your kids to talk about any back-to-school jitters.

If your child is dealing with back-to-school anxieties, they are not alone.

08/07/2025

Great news in Arkansas! Bariatric surgery will now be covered by insurance for many patients — opening the door to life-changing care. If you've been waiting for a sign to reclaim your health, this is it. https://bit.ly/47qOerE

08/01/2025

We're honored to see our Adult Cystic Fibrosis Clinic featured in 40/29's Charities in the Spotlight presented by General Mills this week!

Thank you to our patients, caregivers and foundation supporters for creating this special place that helps patients avoid long drives and time away from work and family for essential treatments. Read more at https://bit.ly/45gAEEE.

40/29 News -- Fort Smith & Fayetteville, Arkansas

07/31/2025

We're proud to celebrate our recent recognition from the American College of Cardiology! scored a Platinum Performance Achievement Award for implementing a higher standard of care for heart attack patients. Congratulations, team! Thank you for providing for our patients. ❤️ 🌟
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Mercy's hospitals in Arkansas have been recognized for excellence in heart attack care. Mercy Hospital Northwest Arkansas has received the American College of Cardiology's NCDR Chest Pain-MI Registry Platinum Performance Achievement Award for 2025, whil...

07/29/2025

Ever been through something health-related that changed you? Your story might be exactly what someone else needs to hear right now. If you’ve had care at Mercy and feel ready to talk about it, please share at Mercy.net/MyStory.

Behind every appointment, hospital stay or test result is a personal story shaped by courage, hope and resilience. These experiences can guide others, offer comfort and inspire meaningful conversations about health.

07/26/2025

Please join us in welcoming three new board members to our Mercy Health Foundation Northwest Arkansas: Melanie Belford, Walmart, Inc., vice president, finance transformation and digital acceleration; Tina Gabbard, Cox Communications Arkansas market vice president; and Steve Galen, community leader. We are so grateful for your service to Mercy and our community! https://bit.ly/419tS2h

07/25/2025

We’re excited to share that Whitney Tolbert has been promoted to Vice President of Women and Infant Services!

With over 25 years in health care leadership, Whitney brings a wealth of experience and passion to this role. She’s already led efforts that earned Mercy Gold Level Recognition and Safe Sleep Provider status—and her impact reaches statewide through her work with ARPQC, PCORI and more.

Please join us in congratulating Whitney on this well-earned promotion!

07/23/2025

A big "thank you" to the Cedar Hills Elks Lodge #2678 from the team!

The Elks generously presented Mercy Health Foundation Jefferson with a $2,000 donation which will directly support Mercy Birthplace - Jefferson by providing essential equipment, materials and supplies needed to care for infants born with drug dependencies — both during their hospital stay and as they transition home with their families.

Great work by the Elks and everyone who supported their series of community-driven events, including their annual Battle of the Bands, two bike rides, local sponsorships, T-shirt sales and other fundraising activities.

07/23/2025

More time with patients, less time buried in paperwork. Thanks to AI, Mercy is changing the way doctors work. This shift caught the attention of KLAS Research, earning Mercy a spot among just four U.S. health systems to win the 2025 KLAS Arch Collaborative EHR Breakthrough Recognition. It’s proof that when doctors are happier, patients are, too!

AI technology boosts face-to-face time with patients, earns Mercy national recognition for physician satisfaction

07/23/2025

It's not a good uptick! Check out some great prevention tips from Dr. Hugh Jackson. https://bit.ly/3ICIy3P

State and national health officials are encouraging people to take caution as the number of emergency room visits for tick bites spikes.

07/22/2025

What is chronic venous insufficiency, who's at risk and how can it be treated?

Dr. Chris Allen, from Mercy Vein Center at , sat down with Margie Ellisor TV Fox2Now to share his expertise.

Learn more about the only accredited vein center in the St. Louis region: bit.ly/4fcIu6T

Mercy Vein Center's Interventional Cardiologist, Dr. Chris Allen, joins the morning show to discuss President Trump's diagnosis of chronic venous insufficiency.

07/22/2025

It's TIME! The Alice L. Walton School of Medicine is breaking new ground in health care education, focusing on preventive care and whole-health principles to train tomorrow's doctors. Mercy is thrilled to be part of this new vision for a healthier future: https://bit.ly/4kWizlg

07/21/2025

White coats, big dreams and a bold new beginning for the very first class at the Alice L. Walton School of Medicine. We are grateful to be part of their journey as an educational partner and excited to see how these future doctors will shape tomorrow’s care!

“Together we will innovate with compassion.” – Dr. Sharmila Makhija

07/20/2025

We are growing the team at 65 Prime+ by Mercy Primary Care – South City with the addition of nurse practitioner Julie Rubin. Julie joins Drs. Molly Ehlman, Carolyn Koenig and Marina Russell at this primary care clinic specially designed for Medicare beneficiaries. 65 Prime+ care includes extended visit times, more frequent visits to better address chronic conditions and doctors and advanced practice providers focused on senior care.

“I love being a primary care provider, being able to establish long-standing relationships with patients, becoming part of their team and helping them manage their health on the continuum,” Rubin said.

Rubin was born and raised in St. Louis, and she is now married and raising her two school-aged children here. She enjoys being actively involved in her kids’ school and extracurricular activities.

Learn more about 65 Prime+: https://bit.ly/4kC9RZ1

07/18/2025

Your story could be the reason someone asks their doctor a life-changing question. If your care at Mercy made a difference, we want to hear from you! Share your story at Mercy.net/MyStory.

We’re always honored to hear how our care has made a difference in the lives of our patients and their families. If you have a story you'd like to share, we’d love to hear it—and, with your permission, possibly share it through Mercy’s social media or marketing efforts to inspire others.

07/17/2025

Head to the ER (not TikTok!) if you’re bitten by a snake. Since July 4, has already seen five venomous snake bites.

Joplin. Mo (KOAM)-- Doctors at Mercy Hospital in Joplin are seeing an alarming rise in venomous snake bites since the July 4th holiday weekend.

07/17/2025

Big congratulations to our care teams! The American Heart Association has recognized Mercy Arkansas hospitals with the "Get With The Guidelines" awards for 2025. Get With The Guidelines is an in-hospital program for improving stroke and heart care by promoting consistent adherence to the latest scientific treatment guidelines. These hospitals also educate patients to help them manage their health and recovery at home. Thank you for providing for our patients! 🎈⭐🎉
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Mercy Arkansas communities have received "Get With The Guidelines" achievement awards for demonstrating commitment to following up-to-date, research-based guidelines for the treatment of heart disease and stroke, ultimately leading to more lives saved, shorter recovery times and fewer readmissions t...

07/17/2025

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07/16/2025

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07/16/2025

Before she worked in Mercy Pediatrics, Pat Ameis was known for something special — delivering more than just meals.

She brought patients handmade signs with uplifting messages, always paired with a kind word and a smile. Those small moments left a big mark. People still remember the signs they got from Pat during their hardest days.

Now, she brings that same comfort to kids and families in our pediatric unit.

When you support the Mercy Health Foundation, you're helping caregivers like Pat bring hope in ways that go far beyond medicine.

Click to make a difference today: https://bit.ly/3UfN9ey