2 VITALITY Spring 2026 Our goal: Providing more personalized care As we prepare to open the new patient tower at Citizens Memorial Hospital, I am very pleased with the care, planning and teamwork behind every detail of this expansion. Along with the new space comes advanced technology designed to support our teams in their daily work. At its core, health care has always been about human connection. Technology does not replace that connection; it strengthens it by removing barriers that can get in the way. By reducing the time spent on paperwork and administrative tasks, our caregivers can focus on what matters most— spending quality time with patients and their families. I am deeply grateful for our caregivers and excited to see how this expansion will enhance the care we provide to our community. You can learn more about the new patient tower on pages 12 and 13. This issue of Vitality highlights the same focus on practical care and better outcomes. On page 6, we feature Aquablation therapy for benign prostatic hyperplasia, an innovative treatment available only at CMH in our region. Page 10 explores post-traumatic stress disorder, its impact and available treatment options, including our use of EMDR therapy. On page 11, we break down common signs of GERD and how the Nissen and Toupet procedures may help certain patients. Together, these stories reflect our commitment to advanced care and to sharing information that helps our community make informed decisions about their health. Citizens Memorial Hospital Citizens Memorial Health Care Foundation 1500 N. Oakland Ave. Bolivar, MO 65613 417-326-6000 CEO/Executive Director Michael Calhoun Marketing Director Tamera Heitz-Peek Marketing Department Tessa Arnold Braden Rothdiener Katie Duncan Jennifer Stegner Charlotte Marsch Aaron Tallant Mission Providing compassionate care for all generations by leading physicians and an exceptional health care team. Vision Be the first choice for health care by delivering the safest, highest quality and best experience for the communities we serve. Values I am Safe, Engaged, Respectful, Valued and Empowered. Together, we make a difference by serving others. For permission to reprint any portion of this magazine, call 417-328-7245. If you wish to be removed from the mailing list, please email theitz@citizensmemorial.com or call 417-328-7245. VITALITY is published as a community service for the friends and patrons of CITIZENS MEMORIAL HOSPITAL. Information in VITALITY comes from a wide range of medical experts. If you have any concerns or questions about specific content that may affect your health, please contact your health care provider. Models may be used in photos and illustrations. 2026 © Coffey Communications, Inc. All rights reserved. Citizens Memorial Hospital complies with applicable federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability or sex. CMH has arranged for language assistance services free of charge. Call 417-326-6000. (Spanish) ATENCIÓN: si habla español, tiene a su disposición servicios gratuitos de asistencia lingüística. Llame al 417-326-6000. (Chinese) 417-326-6000. We’d love to hear from you on social media facebook.com/citizensmemorial x.com/cmhbolivar instagram.com/cmhbolivar linkedin.com/company/citizens-memorial-healthcare Michael Calhoun, CEO/Executive Director Citizens Memorial Hospital and the Citizens Memorial Health Care Foundation
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