Citizens Memorial Hospital | Vitality | Winter 2017

2 VITALITY Winter 2017 Thriving in our community Thirty-five years ago, Citizens Memorial Hospital (CMH) opened its doors. More than 5,000 people stood in line during the grand opening celebration to tour the facility and learn about the new services and programs offered in Bolivar. There were only a few rural hospitals being established at that time, and many people told me we just wouldn’t make it. CMH did make it! In fact, we are growing our services, programs, staff and facilities every year. More than 2,000 CMH and CMH Foundation employees and 150 physicians and mid-level medical providers provide care for patients and residents in eight counties. One of those new services is Butterfield Pharmacy, a new retail pharmacy conveniently located near the hospital and open to the public (read more on page 4). CMH is also building a new Lake Stockton Healthcare Facility and making plans for a new addition to the hospital. Be watching for our latest building projects to be showcased in future Vitality magazines. Every year, more than 160,000 men are diagnosed with prostate cancer. On page 12, we feature prostate cancer survivor Robbie Bryant, who was our honored guest at the 14th annual Burgundy Ball in September. You can watch his emotional story on our CMH YouTube channel. A story on page 15 will inspire you to keep moving. WorldWar II veteran Gene Engledow lives in the Butterfield Residential Care Center in Bolivar. This resident still has his pilot’s license and just celebrated his 104th birthday. As you celebrate the holidays with your family and friends, don’t forget to relax, spend time sharing stories, and tell those around you how much they mean to you. Blessings to you and yours during this Christmas season and into the new year! Donald J. Babb CEO/Executive Director FEATURES 12 Faith and fortitude If you’re facing cancer, you’re not alone. One survivor shares his journey. 15 Nothing but blue skies Meet 104-year-old Gene Engledow, whose love of aviation fills his life story. UPDATES 9 Deep healing Time may not heal all wounds, but our experts do. Find out how the latest techniques in wound care can help. 14 Made for motion Need physical therapy? Check out our 10 rehab locations, and get help moving again. Facebook “f”Logo CMYK / .ai facebook.com/ citizensmemorial We’d love to hear from you ON FACEBOOK WE’RE ALSO ON twitter.com/cmhbolivar. Search for “Citizens Memorial” at plus.google.com . Citizens Memorial Hospital • Citizens Memorial Health Care Foundation 1500 N. Oakland Ave. Bolivar, MO 65613 417-326-6000 CEO/Executive Director Donald J. Babb Marketing Director Tamera Heitz-Peek Marketing Department Tessa Arnold Stacy Black Wren Hall AaronTallant Mission Caring for every generation through exceptional services by leading physicians and a compassionate health care team. Vision Be the first choice for customer-focused health care to every generation. CoreValues I am…positive, respectful, innovative, dedicated, empowered. Together, we are CMH PRIDE. 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 inVITALITY 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. 2017 © Coffey Communications, Inc. All rights reserved. WELCOME Donald J. Babb, CEO/Executive Director