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Visitor Restrictions to the New Beginnings Birth Center Unit at PMC
Like many hospitals across the nation, Prowers Medical Center is closely monitoring the progression of influenza in our community and is preparing for the possibility that we will be providing care for more people infected with the flu. Our Team Members are following the Center for Disease Control (CDC) guidelines, as well as our own […]
City Approves State Minimum Wage, New Water Manager Hired
Former Lamar City Councilman, P.J. Wilson was sworn in as Lamar’s most recent police officer during Monday’s regular meeting, January 14. Wilson, a local businessman, had been a councilman until he moved from the area and was replaced on the council by Oscar Riley last year. Lamar Police Chief Gary McCrea stated that Wilson began […]
Results of County Health Needs Assessment Highlighted
The second of three meetings regarding Prowers County Health Needs was conducted by Tommy Barnhart of the Colorado Rural Health Center this past Wednesday, January 9 at the County Annex. Although the meeting was populated mostly by representatives of the county’s health providers, the areas reviewed were developed from a community based questionnaire. The […]
2012 in Review – July and August
July 2012 in Review Two persons were hired to key positions in the community in July. John Sutherland of Santa Fe, New Mexico was hired by the Lamar City Council as the new City Administrator, replacing interim administrator, Steven Rabe. Sutherland served as County Manager for Luna County, New Mexico and as City Manager for […]
PMC Board Not Renewing Portner’s Employee Contract
Members of the Prowers Medical Center Board of Directors voted Thursday, December 20, not to renew Dr. Barry Portner’s employee contract with the hospital, but all medical privileges for Dr. Portner will be left in place. The vote was unanimous for the board of directors with the exception of Dr. Kevin McGrath who was not […]
Prowers Medical Center Gets Quicker, Improved Stroke Care
HCA-HealthONE® Expands Access to Region’s Top Stroke Experts (Lamar, CO) November 28, 2012 – Lamar residents will have vastly improved access to stroke neurologists as Prowers Medical Center has become the newest member of CO-DOC, a remote presence robotics program. Joined with clinical innovations partners Blue Sky Neurosciences, Colorado Neurological Institute, InTouch Health and the […]
Utility Board Reviews Customer Rate Classification
The Lamar Utility Board held a shortened meeting on Tuesday, November 27, due to lack of a quorum as several members were out of town. Without a quorum, no action could be taken on any agenda items, although board members discussed several points of concern. Light Plant Superintendent Houssin Hourieh recapped the board’s prior […]
Informational Health Fair Set for Veterans at VA Clinic at PMC
The Lamar VA Clinic is hosting their First Health Fair, Tuesday, October 23, 2012 from 10am to 2pm. Located in the PMG Clinic at Prowers Medical Center, staff at the VA offices will provide veterans with information geared to helping them with current or future medical and healthcare questions. The Health Fair will not feature […]
Business of the Week – Prowers Medical Center
You help your community thrive when you shop locally! Be sure to read The Prowers Journal each week when the Lamar Chamber of Commerce and The Prowers Journal highlight a featured Business of the Week. This week we are proud to spotlight the Prowers Medical Center. Give them a call at: 719.336-4343 Get Your Pink On! October is Breast Cancer […]
Rehab Expansion and Linked in Pink Campaign Highlight PMC Board Meeting
Despite the failed bond issue at Prowers Medical Center this past May, a need for additional space for some medical departments still exist. Lori Denman, Rehab Manager, representing members of a site planning committee, presented a series of options to the board of directors for creating 2,000 square feet of space in the Lamar Medical […]
New Outreach Possibilities Being Explored at Lamar Library
The new Outreach Services Vehicle which replaced the Lamar Library Bookmobile has seen constant use beginning this past June since it was purchased with city and county funds. Lamar Library Director, Debbie Reynolds and Sheri Eirhart, Library Outreach Coordinator, presented the Prowers County Commissioners with an update on activities. While there isn’t as much […]
PMC Hosting Annual Free Prostate Clinic this Week
Each year, several hundred men in the Prowers County area over the age of 40 receive a free prostate medical exam performed by PMC medical providers. This year’s two-part exam is co-sponsored by Prowers Medical Group and Frontier Bank. No appointments are needed, but you should expect 30 minutes or more for your visit. […]
McGrath Selected as PMC Board Member
Lamar optometrist, Dr. Kevin McGrath, was sworn in as the newest Prowers Medical Center member to the board of directors. McGrath is replacing former member Jan Hall, who recently resigned from the board. McGrath will fill the remainder of Hall’s term, until May, 2014. McGrath, who grew up in Las Animas, had lived in […]
Review Continues for Prowers County Fire Ban Ordinance
The Prowers County Commissioners took no action on the proposed fire ban ordinance during their Tuesday, August 21 meeting. 15th Judicial Court District Attorney Jennifer Swanson responded to an invitation for suggestions with a letter recommending two state statutes, different from the ones the commissioners had included in their ordinance proposal. Swanson’s statutes address differences […]
PMC Celebrates Safety Net Clinic Week
PROWERS MEDICAL CENTER CELEBRATES THE 3rd ANNUAL SAFETY NET CLINIC WEEK, AUG 20 – 24 WITH A VISIT FROM THE OFFICE OF U.S. CONGRESSMAN, CORY GARDNER. Lamar, CO – August 16, 2012 – Prowers Medical Center, along with other Colorado community-funded safety net clinics and federally certified rural health clinics are celebrating the third annual […]
Jan Hall Resigns from Prowers Medical Center Board
PMC board chairperson, Candy Ruedeman confirmed that Jan Hall has submitted his resignation from the PMC board of directors, effective immediately. Ruedeman told The Prowers Journal she had a phone call from Hall on Wednesday, August 1, and met with him to discuss his resignation. Hall had addressed a letter to Ruedeman, as board […]
Craig Loveless Accepts Permanent CEO Position at Prowers Medical Center
Lamar, CO – Prowers Medical Center It’s official! Craig Loveless has accepted the permanent role of Chief Executive Officer (CEO) at Prowers Medical Center. Craig has been functioning as the CEO on an interim basis since May 7th and officially accepted the job offer as permanent CEO this afternoon. Currently residing in the small, […]
New Fire/Fireworks Ordinance Being Scripted for Prowers County
“I want to be very precise with drafting a new ordinance on the books for the county,” explained John Lefferdink, Prowers County Attorney. He told the commissioners during their regular meeting on Thursday, July 26, that the county only enforces a few, and if not worded to match your intent, can work counter to your […]
Loveless Confirmed as New PMC CEO, Board Cancels Contract with Billing Firm
Unhappy with its general customer service performance, Prowers Medical Center ended the agreement with the current billing agency and opted for one which will be able to provide more localized service, as well as itemized statements. Board members agreed with CEO Craig Loveless, stating during the monthly board meeting, Wednesday, July 25, that in order […]
PMC – Revised Notice of Meeting
The Prowers Medical Center Board of Directors will meet in regular session, Wednesday, July 25 at 7pm. The agenda includes several legal matters including proposed by-laws that have been reviewed by current and new board members as well as an oil and gas lease which will be reviewed by hospital attorney, John Lefferdink with board […]