Mercy Orthopedic Hospital Springfield

Kristi Cormack was bone weary; a kind of exhaustion she'd never experienced before. Blood work, CT scans and a biopsy followed and confirmed what she knew in her gut. It was a rare, aggressive form of cancer. "Nothing can ever prepare you for that phone call." More of Kristi's story: https://bit.ly/3zhSFBR

At #MercyJoplin, we treat weight-related complications just like any other medical condition. Our experts are qualified to offer surgical and non-surgical options to address weight loss. Even if you've tried before without success, we can help. Click here to learn more: https://bit.ly/2Tia399

Congrats to Christine Sudduth for earning the Daffodil Award at #MercySouthSTL for her outstanding care. "We are truly thankful for her passion and commitment to safety and quality for our patients and staff. Read more from her nomination:

Ultrasounds, guitar strings and vocal cords Brandon Butler’s whole world revolves around sound waves. When he’s not on stage, his other top talent is treating Mercy patients. #FacesOfMercy

How many of these distractions are YOU guilty of behind the wheel? To mark National Safety Month (June), Mercy’s Trauma Services team has identified these common yet 100% preventable causes of accidents.

Join us tomorrow for the Community Blood Center of the Ozarks drive in our parking lot. It runs from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Click here to reserve your time now! https://bit.ly/3iuCvPv

Baby Dawson got all dressed up to mark 100 days in the #MercyKids NICU, which also happened to fall on her original due date! So, mom Ciera, celebrated with decorations and cupcakes to thank all the caregivers.

Thanks to Creve Coeur Mayor Barry Glantz for helping us bring awareness to National Burn Awareness Week (#NBAW) and our Mercy Burn Center at #MercySTL.

There are frigid temperatures and icy conditions expected in the area for much of this week. Check out this interview to hear Dr. David Eisenhauer discuss falling injuries and how to tell when you need to get an injury checked out. https://bit.ly/3tIcwr2

We must think differently about access to care, especially after seeing the impact of COVID-19. Learn more about how we're working with Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield to simplify care and lower costs.

The Sindels offer a behind-the-scenes look at their 20-week appointment during COVID-19. Dean and Jaclyn decide whether they would like to know if the baby is a boy or a girl. Catch up on Jaclyn's Journey: Pregnant During a Pandemic at Mercy.net/JaclynsJourney

ICYMI: There are lots of questions about the COVID vaccine. Dr. Aamina Akhtar, #MercySouthSTL chief medical officer and an infectious disease specialist, answered some of those for KMOV News 4.

We're praying for an end to domestic violence. Join us, by supporting Harmony House. #icare

The Sisters of Mercy have always advocated for women. Like Sister Liz, they speak out against domestic violence and human trafficking. Join us, by supporting Harmony House. #icare #changinglives

It's Respiratory Care Week! Our Mercy respiratory therapists have a strong connection with our patients and understand both the highs and lows they may go through. For the team, there's nothing better than seeing a patient recover from illness -- whether it's COVID-19, COPD or another respiratory ailment. Thank you to our RTs for the amazing work they do every day! Learn more: https://bit.ly/2GgNk7e

"We can make decisions every day to live healthier lives, or we can make our lives more difficult and cause diseases." Kristin Stovern has been taking care of women in the Joplin area for decades. Her passion is not only treating them, but working with them to make sure they understand their conditions and what they can do to improve their lives. Click here to learn more: https://bit.ly/3jzprFu

¡Es seguro regresar a Mercy cuando necesite atención! Para ayudar a detener el COVID-19, recuerde usar una máscara, mantener el distanciamiento social y lavarse las manos con frecuencia. ¡Podemos marcar la diferencia juntos!

As the St. Louis Metropolitan Pandemic Task Force reports a record number of new COVID-19 hospital admissions, Dr. Aamina Akhtar, #MercySouthSTL chief medical officer, explained to Fox2Now how that rise can impact you even if you don't contract the coronavirus and what you can do to help our entire community. #LoveThyNeighbor

On average, one in seven strokes is caused by AFib (Atrial fibrillation), an irregular heartbeat. Mercy’s Dr. David Rempe explains, it’s triggered by blood flow to the brain." #WorldStrokeDay Want to learn more about AFib? Get our free guide at https://bit.ly/35HELuI.

It's Pastoral Care Week! We appreciate our team for bringing God's love to everything we do at #MercyFortSmith. They provide support for our patients and their families as well as for our co-workers. Thank you for all you do every day!

COVID-19 is here, and flu season is coming. See how #MercySGF is responding to growing needs, while keeping ER patients safe. https://bit.ly/3kE3qqm

Think pink! Our co-workers are reminding women ages 40 and older to get scheduled for their next mammogram. Schedule online by clicking here: https://bit.ly/35LIoQr

Don't smash those Halloween plans just yet. Becky Spain with Mercy Injury Prevention carved up some safer ways to celebrate on Saturday. And yes, they still involve candy! Here's another treat for mummies and daddies: a free survival guide so parenting is a little less scary. Visit bit.ly/2JhtJVx.

Help #MercyNWA welcome Dr. Jeff Alliston, who is taking new patients at Mercy Clinic Urology - Pinnacle Hills. Learn more about Dr. Alliston: https://bit.ly/2TAlNAo

We’re not used to this kind of loss. Mercy Nurse Wanda Brown has been treating COVID-19 patients since the pandemic began. Today, we asked her about the emotional toll it’s taken, and what’s ahead.

"At a somber and sometimes emotional press conference, hospital officials and health care workers implored St. Louis area residents to take simple precautions to prevent the spread of COVID-19, as case numbers and hospital admissions surge." Dr. Aamina Akhtar, infectious disease specialist and #MercySouthSTL chief medical officer, is helping sound the alarm: https://bit.ly/37LJWfW