Bluefield Regional Medical Center

Bluefield Regional Medical Center. Located in Bluefield, West Virginia, the hospital is part of the HealthTrust network and is affiliated with the West Virginia University Health System. The medical center provides a range of services, including Cardiology and Oncology, and is staffed by physicians from Marshall University and West Virginia University. The hospital is also a teaching site for West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine and University of Pikeville Kentucky College of Osteopathic Medicine.

● Overview

The medical center serves Mercer County, West Virginia and surrounding areas, including Tazewell County, Virginia and Bland County, Virginia. It is a major employer in the region, with a staff of over 700 employees, including physicians from Duke University and University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. The hospital has a strong partnership with Bluefield State College and Concord University, providing training and education for students in Nursing and Allied Health programs. The medical center is also a member of the American Hospital Association and the West Virginia Hospital Association.

● History

The hospital was established in 1950 as a community hospital, with the support of local leaders, including Senator Robert Byrd and Governor Wally Barron. Over the years, the hospital has undergone several expansions and renovations, including the addition of a new Emergency department in 2005 and a Cancer center in 2010. The hospital has also been recognized for its quality of care, receiving awards from Joint Commission and American Heart Association. The medical center has a long history of providing care to the community, with a strong focus on Primary care and Preventive medicine, and has partnerships with Raleigh General Hospital and Beckley Appalachian Regional Hospital.

● Services

The medical center offers a range of services, including Surgery, Radiology, and Laboratory services. The hospital has a Cardiac catheterization lab and a Sleep center, and provides Rehabilitation services, including Physical therapy and Occupational therapy. The hospital also has a Wound care center and a Hyperbaric oxygen therapy program, and offers Mental health services, including Psychiatry and Counseling. The medical center is staffed by physicians from Johns Hopkins University and University of Virginia, and has partnerships with Carilion Clinic and LewisGale Medical Center.

● Facilities

The hospital has a total of 192 beds, including Medical-surgical unit and Intensive care unit beds. The medical center has a Helipad for Emergency medical services and a Morgue for Autopsy services. The hospital also has a Cafeteria and a Gift shop, and offers Wi-Fi and Television services for patients and visitors. The medical center is located near Bluefield College and Mercer County Park, and has partnerships with Princeton Community Hospital and Wythe County Community Hospital.

● Accreditation_and_Awards

The hospital is accredited by The Joint Commission and is a member of the American College of Surgeons and the American College of Cardiology. The medical center has received awards from Healthgrades and Leapfrog Group, and has been recognized for its quality of care in Stroke care and Heart failure treatment. The hospital has also been recognized for its commitment to Patient safety and Quality improvement, and has partnerships with University of Kentucky and Virginia Tech.

● Patient_Care

The medical center is committed to providing high-quality patient care, with a focus on Patient-centered care and Evidence-based medicine. The hospital has a strong Patient advocacy program and offers Case management services to help patients navigate the healthcare system. The medical center also has a Pastoral care program, providing Chaplaincy services to patients and families, and has partnerships with Hospice of Southern West Virginia and Visiting Angels. The hospital is staffed by physicians from Harvard University and Stanford University, and has a strong focus on Medical research and Clinical trials, with partnerships with National Institutes of Health and American Cancer Society.