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Ozarks Healthcare received its first shipment of the Moderna COVID-19 vaccination and administered its first doses to frontline coworkers on Monday, December 21.

Tom Keller, Ozarks Healthcare President and CEO, shares updates regarding changes in our visitor policies, COVID-19 vaccinations, and our new COVID-19 Care Unit.

Jay Woodring, MD, Board-Certified Anesthesiologist, recently joined the multi-disciplinary Ozarks Healthcare Medical Group as Director of Anesthesia. Dr. Woodring brings over 17 years of clinical experience to Ozarks Healthcare Anesthesia.

For many, the holiday season is a time to gather and celebrate the spirit of togetherness. From family gatherings to community festivities, the holidays inspire many to honor the spirit of giving and offer time, resources, and help in numbers for those in need. While these traditional gatherings may not be possible this year due to COVID-19, donating to local organizations whose efforts are focused on bettering the lives of those facing health struggles is a safe way to give back and spread good will, especially this holiday season.

Ozarks Healthcare and the Community Blood Center of the Ozarks (CBCO) will host a blood drive on Wednesday, December 23, from noon until 6 p.m., at the Willard Hunter Classroom in the OMC Parkway Center at 1211 Porter Wagoner Blvd. in West Plains. The CBCO is the exclusive provider of blood, platelets, and plasma to all local hospitals, including Ozarks Healthcare.

Ozarks Healthcare was recently honored with the Missouri Hospital Association’s (MHA) Distinguished Service Award for its service during the COVID-19 pandemic. The award is the MHA’s highest honor and represents the distinguished service provided by all hospital employees, and recognizes their extraordinary contributions and sacrifice throughout 2020.

Ozarks Healthcare recently announced the promotion of Kim Wood, previously Digital and Media Relations Specialist, to Marketing and Business Development Coordinator at Ozarks Healthcare.

Ozarks Healthcare has several resources available to those who may be facing disease and damaging effects from smoking or need assistance quitting the habit altogether.