CMH Pleasant Hope Family Medical Center

02/13/2026

We are celebrating Valentine's Day today with lots of sweet treats! ❤️

Thank you to Citizens Memorial Hospital administration for having Krispy Kreme donuts delivered for us. 🍩

We bought some of our other treats from Colonial Springs Healthcare Center for their Valentine's activity department fundraiser - a great cause❣️ Wishing everyone a 𝗛𝗮𝗽𝗽𝘆 𝗩𝗮𝗹𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗲'𝘀 𝗗𝗮𝘆!!!

02/12/2026

February is American Heart Month! Your heart works hard for you every day, and small steps can make a big difference in your health. Eat heart-healthy foods, stay active, and keep track of your blood pressure and vital numbers.

Call Pleasant Hope Family Medical Center at 417-267-2001 today to schedule your wellness checkup!

For trusted tips on simple ways to improve your heart health, visit this article from the American Heart Association: https://bit.ly/4ai2djr

02/12/2026

𝗪𝗮𝗹𝗸 𝗜𝗻 𝗖𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗰 𝗨𝗽𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗲 for today: There will be no walk-in services available today Thursday, February 12th.

Please call us at 📲 417-267-2001 to schedule an appointment.

We are sorry for the inconvenience and appreciate your patience. You can visit the CMH Walk-In Clinic in Bolivar, located at 2230 S. Springfield Ave., Suite H-J who offers walk in care from 9am-8pm daily. OR the Dallas County Walk-In Clinic in Buffalo.

02/12/2026

The Citizens Memorial Health Care Foundation is now accepting applications for the Medical Excellence Fund scholarships through Feb. 28.

Established in 1990, the Medical Excellence Scholarship Fund provides financial assistance to individuals from the CMH service area pursuing careers in health care. To date, more than 750 students have received over $2.6 million in scholarships.

The program offers two scholarship opportunities: the Medical Excellence High School Scholarship for high school seniors and the Medical Excellence College Program for current college students.

Learn more about both scholarships and apply online: cmhbolivar.info/scholarships

01/30/2026

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In the latest CEO Update, Michael Calhoun highlights how Citizens Memorial Hospital is moving forward with purpose in 2026. The update covers new leadership, expanded nephrology and dialysis services, and strategic partnerships that will support high-quality care.

Read the blog: cmhbolivar.info/jan26-update
Watch the video: youtu.be/xWBGAjOIHEA

01/24/2026

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In the severe winter weather, it is important to keep warm, be prepared, and stay informed. If you need a place to warm up, use the Department of Health and Senior Services map at https://buff.ly/AUuR98y to locate the nearest warming center in Missouri.

01/23/2026

We’re proud of our CMH team for making a difference beyond our walls. Our very own Rachael Swopes, Ph.D., licensed psychologist and clinical director of CMH Behavioral Health Services, and Angela Long, MSN, RN, director of Behavioral Health Operations at CMH, will be speaking at this upcoming Bolivar EPCO event focused on mental health awareness and resources available through CMH, and we’re excited to help spread the word.

Have you caught yourself wishing you knew more about mental health and wondering who to ask?

Well, EPCO is excited to welcome Dr. Rachael Swopes and Ms. Angela Long from CMH to our campus to lead us in an important conversation on mental health and share more about resources available through CMH.

When: Friday, February 6th
Where: EPCO CAS Cafeteria
Presentation begins at 1:00

There will be refreshments and resources bags from the Polk County Health Center available!

We are thankful for these ladies willingness to their expertise with our EPCO community and helping us continue to prioritize the whole child.

Please register using the QR code on the flyer.

01/21/2026

🩺 𝗜𝗡 𝗛𝗘𝗥 𝗠𝗘𝗗𝗜𝗖𝗔𝗟 𝗔𝗦𝗦𝗜𝗦𝗧𝗔𝗡𝗧 𝗘𝗥𝗔 🩺

We are excited to announce that our Office Associate, Melissa has started the Medical Assistant program thru CMH. 💉 She is off to a fantastic start and we know she will make a great nurse!

𝘔𝘦𝘭𝘪𝘴𝘴𝘢 𝘢𝘭𝘸𝘢𝘺𝘴 𝘩𝘢𝘴 𝘢 𝘴𝘮𝘪𝘭𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘧𝘢𝘤𝘦 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘱𝘰𝘴𝘪𝘵𝘪𝘷𝘦 𝘢𝘵𝘵𝘪𝘵𝘶𝘥𝘦 𝘸𝘩𝘪𝘤𝘩 𝘸𝘪𝘭𝘭 𝘵𝘢𝘬𝘦 𝘺𝘰𝘶 𝘧𝘢𝘳 𝘪𝘯 𝘢𝘯𝘺𝘵𝘩𝘪𝘯𝘨! 🚀

We are so excited to be able to help her with this journey in following her passion of nursing - she already has a vital role within our clinic and we are proud to watch her develop some new skills!

01/19/2026

We are so proud of our very own Dr. Kurt Bravata, M.D., FASAM, for being named the Face of Addiction Recovery Medicine by 417 Magazine.

While he cares for patients here at Pleasant Hope Family Medical Center, he also leads the CMH Addiction Recovery Program, helping individuals and families across our communities find hope, purpose and healing.

Read more about his story at 417mag.com/faces.

Congratulations to Kurt Bravata, M.D., FASAM, on being named the Face of Addiction Recovery Medicine by 417 Magazine. This recognition reflects his compassionate approach and dedication to helping patients on their recovery journey at CMH Addiction Recovery.

Eight years ago, Dr. Bravata helped start the CMH Addiction Recovery Program to bring effective, compassionate care to individuals and families, especially in rural communities. He continues to support long-term recovery and help patients rebuild healthy, purposeful lives.

Learn more about this honor, Dr. Bravata’s story, and the impact of CMH Addiction Recovery at 417mag.com/faces.

For more information about the CMH Addiction Recovery Program, call 417-328-4201 or visit:
https://www.citizensmemorial.com/services/addiction-recovery/index.html

01/19/2026

Cervical cancer is one of the most preventable cancers, and routine screenings can make all the difference. Pap tests and HPV screenings help find changes early, when treatment is most effective.

If you’re due for a Pap test or HPV screening, call Pleasant Hope Family Medical Center at 417-267-2001 or your gynecologist to schedule your screening today.
Learn more: https://www.cancer.gov/types/cervical/screening

01/16/2026

𝗪𝗮𝗹𝗸 𝗜𝗻 𝗖𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗰 𝗨𝗽𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗲 for today: There will be no walk-in services available today Friday, January 16th.

Please call us at 📲 417-267-2001 to schedule an appointment.

We’re sorry for the inconvenience and appreciate your patience. You can visit the CMH Walk-In Clinic in Bolivar, located at 2230 S. Springfield Ave., Suite H-J who offers walk in care from 9am-8pm daily. OR the Dallas County Walk-In Clinic in Buffalo.

01/15/2026

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No one should face cancer alone. The CMH Cancer Survivors Gathering Support Group offers a welcoming space for survivors, family members, and caregivers to connect, share experiences, and find encouragement. Join others who understand the journey and find support through every stage of cancer care.

Our next meeting is Friday, January 30 from 10-11 a.m. at the Tremain Family Hospitality House, 1705 N. Oakland Ave., Bolivar.

For more information, contact Julie Hicks at 417-328-7055 or Terry Warren at 417-326-3585.417-3585.