McDowell ARH Hospital

11/21/2025

The following McDowell ARH locations and services will be closed on Thurs. Nov. 27th & Fri. Nov. 28th for Thanksgiving.
· Clinics
· Outpatient Rehabilitation (OT/PT/ST)
· All Retail Pharmacies will be closed on Thanksgiving Day but will be open normal operating hours on Friday

11/20/2025

Make an Impact as an Occupational Therapist! Appalachian Regional Healthcare is hiring passionate professionals to join our team and help deliver exceptional care to our communities.
Open Positions:
✅ McDowell ARH
✅ Middlesboro ARH
✅ Harlan ARH
✅ Tug Valley ARH

What We Offer:
💰 $5,000 Sign-On Bonus or Student Loan Repayment
📈 Competitive Compensation
⚖️ Work/Life Balance
🌟 Industry-Leading Benefits and MORE!

Requirements:
✔ Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy (ACOTE)
✔ Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT)

Apply today at arhcareers.org
Questions? Email arhcareers@arh.org
ARH Careers

11/18/2025

Are you ready to take charge of your health? Low-Dose CT Scans are a quick easy way to screen for lung cancer. Who qualifies?
✅ Ages 50-77
✅ Smoked at least 20 pack years (one pack/day for a year)
✅ Currently smoke or quit within the last 15 years
Call 606.435.7209 or email lungcancerscreening@arh.org to see if you qualify.
Or visit the ARH clinic near you

ARH McDowell Clinic A Department of McDowell ARH Hospital
📍 9879 KY Route 122, McDowell, KY 41647
📞 606-377-3462

ARH Family Care – Wayland A Department of McDowell ARH Hospital
📍 2662 King Kelly Coleman Hwy, Wayland, KY 41666
📞 606-358-4211

ARH Family Care – Wheelwright A Department of McDowell ARH Hospital
📍 62 KY Route 306, Bypro, KY 41612
📞 606-452-1700

ARH Medical and Specialty Associates – Prestonsburg A Department of McDowell ARH Hospital
📍 4851 KY Route 321, Prestonsburg, KY 41653
📞 606-886-3631

ARH is committed to improving lung health across all the communities we serve, through advanced diagnostics and expert pulmonologists.

11/17/2025

Join the ARH Bariatric Surgery Support Group, offered both online and in-person! Meetings are held on the 3rd Thursday of each month at 5:30 PM. Our next meeting is November 20. The group is led by licensed clinical social worker Roger Smith, who underwent bariatric surgery himself in 2003. Roger is passionate about supporting others on their journey, providing valuable insights, addressing concerns, and celebrating milestones.
In-Person Location: Administration Conference Room, Hazard ARH Regional Medical Center (First floor, turn left at the elevators, then left again at the end of the hall. The conference room is the last door on the left.)
Join online via Zoom by visiting: https://arh-org.zoom.us/j/2682866411?omn=95596852837&from=addon or go to www.zoom.com, click “Join,” and enter the Meeting ID: 268 286 6411.
For more info, call 606.487.7320, 606.487.7510 OR 606.487.7404.

11/16/2025

Peace in the Storm
Verse: Philippians 4:6-7 — “Do not be anxious about anything... And the peace of God... will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.”

Reflection: Anxiety can overwhelm, but God offers peace that surpasses understanding. Bring your worries to Him in prayer.

Prayer: God, calm my heart. Replace my anxiety with Your peace and help me to trust You fully.

11/13/2025

🌟 Recover Close to Home with Our Swing Bed Program 🌟
Are you or a loved one transitioning from hospital care but still need skilled nursing or rehabilitation before returning home? McDowell ARH Hospital’s Swing Bed Program offers the perfect solution — combining hospital-level care with the comfort and familiarity of your local community.🏥
What We Offer:
✅ Skilled nursing care
✅ Physical, occupational & speech therapy
✅ Personalized recovery plans
✅ 24/7 medical support
✅ Comfortable, private rooms
Whether you're recovering from surgery, illness, or injury, our compassionate team is here to help you regain strength and independence — all in a healing environment close to family and friends.
📍 9879 KY Route 122, McDowell, KY 41647
📞 Call us at 606.377.3400 to learn more or schedule a consultation.

11/12/2025

Behind every smile, every moment of comfort, and every act of independence, there’s a home care professional making it possible. This National Home Care Month, we honor our employees who go above and beyond to support our patients with empathy and dedication. Thank you for all that you do!

11/11/2025

🌟Accepting New Patients in Wayland
🌟Looking for a new healthcare provider? April Prater, APRN is accepting new patients at ARH Family Care - Wayland, a department of McDowell ARH Hospital. Whether you are due for a checkup, not feeling well, or managing a chronic condition, she offers compassionate care in a warm, friendly environment. Live your best health with help from April Prater, APRN and the caring team in the ARH Care Network.
🩺 Primary Care
📍 Conveniently located in Wayland
📞 Call 606.358.4211 to schedule🚶‍♂️
Walk-ins welcome! At ARH, it’s all about Better Care. Better You.
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11/10/2025

This November ARH is stepping up to support families across Eastern Kentucky and Southern West Virginia. McDowell ARH Hospital is a drop off location the Food Drive for Families thru November 30th. All donations received will benefit Floyd Central High School Family Resource Center, South Floyd Elementary Family Resource Center and Floyd County Homeless Shelter
Join us! Your kindness makes a difference. Whether it’s one can or one cart, every contribution helps nourish our neighbors. we can ensure that no one in our community goes hungry.

11/09/2025

Strength in Weakness
Verse: 2 Corinthians 12:9 — “My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.”

Reflection: Our weaknesses are not failures—they are opportunities for God’s strength to shine. Lean into Him when you feel inadequate.

Prayer: Father, I surrender my weaknesses to You. Fill me with Your strength and grace today.

11/06/2025

The ARH Senior Care program provides compassionate behavioral health support designed for older adults. Our multi-disciplinary team — including a psychiatrist/NP, therapist, and registered nurse — works closely with your primary care provider to create a personalized care plan. With services like individual, group, and family therapy, medication management, plus transportation and lunch, we’re here to make care accessible up to 4 days a week. Whether it’s depression, anxiety, isolation, sleep changes, or other challenges, ARH Senior Care is here to help you live well. If you or a loved one are navigating any of these challenges, ARH is here to help. Contact us to learn more at 606-377-3378.

11/04/2025

Are you ready to take charge of your health? Join us for a special Lung Cancer Screening Event—you could qualify for a Low Dose CT Scan! Who qualifies?
✅ Ages 50-77
✅ Smoked at least 20 pack years (one pack/day for a year)
✅ Currently smoke or quit within the last 15 years
📅 Saturday, November 8
🕙 10am – 2pm
📍 McDowell ARH Hospital 9879 KY Route 122, McDowell, KY 41647 Preregistration is required! Call 606.435.7209 or email lungcancerscreening@arh.org to see if you qualify.
✨ Don’t miss this chance for early detection and peace of mind! Tag a friend, share this post, and help us spread the word—let’s fight lung cancer together! ✨