Arkansas Methodist Medical Center Ambulance Service is a 24 hours a day/7 days a week/365 days a year. We provide ambulance services to Paragould, Corning and Rector. All EMTs and Paramedics are State Licensed and/or National Registered and trained in advanced care for all ages. All Paramedics are trained in advanced courses such as International Trauma Life Support, Advanced Cardiac Life Support and Pediatric Advanced Life Support.
AMMC's Critical Care Unit (CCU) is a 10-bed unit that provides intensive care and monitoring services to critically ill patients. The CCU is a combined intensive medical, surgical, and cardiac care unit. Patients are admitted to the Critical Care Unit when the physician believes close observation and technically skilled support are necessary. This requires a unique blend of sophisticated equipment, specially trained nurses and other healthcare professionals.
For more information call 870-239-7016.
Our team of experts provide comprehensive care for all patients. Call 870-205-2101 for an appointment.
AMMC ENT1000 West Kingshighway, Suite 3Paragould, AR 72450870-205-2101
Mathieu Forgues, MD
Jordan Reddick, PA
The Emergency Services Department at Arkansas Methodist Medical Center offers a 24-hour service to the area and is often the first experience an individual may have with AMMC. All of our professionals working in the Arkansas Methodist Medical Center Emergency Services Department are highly trained and experienced at providing emergency care and provide 24-hour physician coverage. The Arkansas Department of Health recognizes Arkansas Methodist Medical Center as a Level IV Trauma Center.
For emergencies call 9-1-1
Arkansas Methodist Medical Center operates a Diabetes Care Clinic to assist patients in managing diabetes and to educate the public about its causes, symptoms and risk factors. The clinic is open Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. until 3:30 p.m., with patients receiving referrals from their physicians for an appointment. We also offer assistance and education through our Diabetes Self-Management Classes and our Community Diabetes Events.
Cardiac RehabThe Cardiac Rehabilitation Program at Arkansas Methodist Medical Center focuses on individuals who have heart disease or who are at high risk for developing heart disease. With your physician's referral, the cardiac rehabilitation team will establish a personalized program tailored to meet each patient's cardiac rehabilitation needs and capabilities.
For more information about AMMC Cardiac Rehabilitation services, call 870-239-7343.
Pulmonary Rehab
The Pulmonary Rehabilitation Program at Arkansas Methodist Medical Center is a medically-supervised program that incorporates education and exercise to help patients with chronic (long-term) lung disease, such as asthma, COPD, cystic fibrosis, or pulmonary hypertension. With your physician's referral, the pulmonary rehabilitation team will establish a personalized program tailored to meet each patient's pulmonary rehabilitation needs and capabilities.
For more information about AMMC Pulmonary Rehabilitation services, call 870-239-7343.
CardiopulmonaryThe Cardiopulmonary Department at Arkansas Methodist Medical Center provides state-of-the-art diagnostic testing for individuals who suffer from cardiac and pulmonary-related illness.
Heart & VascularThe Heart Catheterization Lab and Vascular Imaging Lab at Arkansas Methodist Medical Center incorporate the latest state-of-the-art medical technology.
Arkansas Methodist Medical Center (AMMC) Cardiac Cath Lab recently installed the most up-to-date Siemens Artis Q Angiography System that produces precise images and a patient experience that is faster and more comfortable. This system is visionary in performance and uses interventional imaging that is a breakthrough in X-ray and detection. The Artis Q provides high contrast resolution imaging and allows the Cardiac Cath Lab team to provide effective, quality care to all patients.
If you would like more information about the Artis Q system, please contact the AMMC Cardiac Cath Lab at 870-239-7000.
The Arkansas Methodist Medical Center Home Health Agency provides skilled nursing, physical therapy, speech therapy, home health aide services, and medical social services to individuals of all ages in Greene and Clay counties. We also provide lifeline, homemaker and personal care services. We accept Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance, and private pay. Our home health agency was the first hospital-based program in a five-state area and is one of the top providers of home health in the nation.
Please call AMMC Home Health at 870-239-7152 for more information.
Arkansas Methodist Medical Center continually strives to enhance our Imaging services and meet the need for quality medical services to the people we serve. Medical imaging plays a vital role in diagnosing and treating patients at AMMC.
Radiology services provided at AMMC include:
All studies are performed by technologists who are certified by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists, licensed by the Arkansas Department of Health and Human Services, and current members of the American Society of Radiologic Technologists.
You can also learn about our new mammography services here.
Infusion services at Arkansas Methodist Medical Center can help patients with a variety of acute and chronic conditions, located conveniently close to home. Patients receive infusion therapy intravenously, or through an IV, administered by an expert team of nurses and physicians.
Conditions treated with infusion services can include:
Common medications offered include:
Call us at 870-239-8194 to learn more.
Arkansas Methodist Medical Center Inpatient Rehab is a full service hospital based unit, lab, x-ray, telemetry, hemodialysis and various medical specialties are readily available within the medical center. We are also able to provide 24/7 emergency response team and physician coverage in the event of an emergency.
AMMC is dually accredited by both the Joint Commission as well as CARF (Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities). The two accrediting bodies are considered the gold standard for hospitals and acute rehabilitation facilities. Our rehab unit is also distinguished in serving exclusively as the region's only CARF accredited Stroke Specialty Program.
AMMC is a proven choice for Physical Acute Inpatient Rehabilitation.
Please contact 870-239-7462 for more information.
Arkansas Methodist Medical Center has elevated the mammography experience for women in Northeast Arkansas. Patients now have the advantage of a more comfortable and relaxing exam with the latest technology from GE Healthcare – the 3D Senographe Pristina machine. This new 3D mammography provides an exceptionally sharp and detailed image for breast cancer detection and diagnosis at the same dose as standard 2D mammography – an advantage that no other 3D mammography in Northeast Arkansas offers.
Choose the mammogram more patients feel comfortable around.
From elegant lighting and gentle, rounded shapes to a host of comfort-enhancing features, the system helps ease patient anxiety, reduces the chance of movement during the exam and results in a better overall exam experience.
Clarity for Accurate Diagnosis
Senographe Pristina sets the bar for diagnostic confidence and performance. Leveraging the Senographe family’s widely recognized image quality, the system enables excellent visualization of breast lesions.
Reshape your mammography experience with comfort, confidence, clarity and superior accuracy. Never has a mammography system been so focused on patients, technologists, and radiologists alike – putting everyone in a better position for a more relaxing experience and effective care.
For more information, call the Mammography Department at 870-239-7826.
To schedule an appointment, call 870-239-7120.
The Department of Anatomic Pathology and Clinical Laboratories at Arkansas Methodist Medical Center offers a full range of diagnostic services in anatomic pathology and clinical pathology (laboratory medicine) to both hospitalized patients and outpatients. Under the direction of the board-certified pathologist, Terri Green, M.D., the clinical laboratories at Arkansas Methodist Medical Center test blood and other body fluids and tissues to provide a primary diagnosis along with treatment options for the disease.
Our team of experts provides comprehensive surgery care for all patients. Call 870-205-2125 for an appointment.
AMMC Orthopaedic Associates4000 Linwood, Suite 1Paragould, AR 72450870-205-2125
Physical Therapy provides comprehensive evaluation and treatment for both adults and children to relieve pain and/or to restore function. Arkansas Methodist Medical Center’s Licensed Physical Therapists work closely with the patient's physician to develop customized programs to address their individual needs.
Sports TherapyThe Sports Medicine Program provides full-time and part-time, on-campus licensed athletic trainers to the Paragould and Greene County Tech School Districts as well as part-time trainers at Crowley's Ridge College. Our facility provides specialized healthcare to area athletes to help prevent, treat and recover from injuries related to sports activities.
For more information, please call the Arkansas Methodist Medical Center Physical Therapy Department at 870-239-7188.
A physician referral is required for an appointment.
Take care of your family's health needs with ease. Our primary care clinics have got you covered. Schedule an appointment with one of our skilled primary care providers and let our expert team ensure that your loved ones stay healthy.
AMMC Family Practice – Monday-Friday 8am-5pm
1110 W. Kingshighway, Paragould, AR 72450
(870) 205-2003
AMMC Hines Family Medicine - Monday-Friday 8am-4:30pm
1300 W. Court Street, Paragould, AR 72450
(870) 236-4100
AMMC Fonticiella Medical Clinic
1000 W. Kingshighway, Suite 12, Paragould, AR 72450
(870) 236-6930
Arkansas Methodist Medical Center offers certified sleep labs, fully equipped with state-of-the-art diagnostic tools to monitor sleep patterns, breathing, brainwaves, heart activity, and eye and muscle movements.
Speech-Language Pathology department specializes in the evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment of communication disorders.
Arkansas Methodist Medical Center offers expert surgery and compassionate care close to home. Our surgeons are experienced in multiple surgical specialties. See below for more information.
Outpatient ServicesThe Outpatient Surgery Clinic provides a wide variety of services to our patients. The highly-trained staff prepares patients for surgery and provides post-op care for those patients going home the same day.
Digestive DiseasesIt is our goal at Arkansas Methodist Medical Center to provide you with the highest quality Endoscopy Services available so we may accurately address all of your GI (Gastrointestinal) concerns. Our physicians have received extensive training in gastroenterology, diseases of the digestive tract and knowledge about the best course of treatment for you.
Plastic SurgeryArkansas Methodist Medical Center Plastic Surgery offers patients a full range of dermatologic, reconstructive and aesthetic services, provides the highest possible level of care as well as ensures that patients’ differing aesthetic needs and functional requirements are met. To learn more or schedule an appointment, contact Dr. Joel Epperson.
Vein TreatmentArkansas Methodist Medical Center has recently added the VenaCure EVLT procedure to its many patient services. VenaCure EVLT is a fast, safe and minimally invasive laser vein treatment for the elimination of varicose veins that is more than 95% effective.
Contact us today to learn more about our multiple surgical specialties.
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Auxiliary Gift ShopIf you're looking for the perfect gift to lift someone's spirit or to say congratulations, look no further than the Arkansas Methodist Medical Center Auxiliary Gift Shop. The gift shop is located on the first floor in the Main Lobby. All purchases made in the Gift Shop support the auxiliary's vital role in enhancing the medical center.
Beacon’s Deli, Cafeteria and Foundation StationThe Arkansas Methodist Medical Center Cafeteria is located in the basement level and is open for lunch from 11:30 am-1:30 pm. Beacons Deli is on the second floor and offers sandwiches, grilled foods, soups and salads. Beacons Deli is open M-F 7 am-7 pm. The Foundation Station serves hot or cold Starbucks product and is open M-F 7:30 am – 3:00 pm.
The Arkansas Methodist Medical Center Wellness Center is a hospital-based fitness center. The facility features a medical component of monitoring blood pressure, body composition, free quarterly lab work and an initial coaching session to assist in achieving a healthy lifestyle. The focus of the Arkansas Methodist Medical Center Wellness Center is to be an extension of AMMC's mission of health, hope, and healing.
If you would like to schedule an orientation, assessment, personal training or class:
Sessions can be booked and paid for through the Mindbody website/app.
To contact the AMMC Wellness Center, please call 870-239-7031.
AMMC Women's Clinic - Monday-Friday 8am-5pm
(870) 205-2002
Dr. Charles Cesare
Dr. Rose Glynne
Dr. Tiffany Rawlins
Dr. Jodi Turano
Carie Cesare, WHNP
Jessica Nutt, APRN
Charla Bagwell, APRN, C-NP, FNP
For more information on the AMMC Women's Clinic and women's services, visit our website at https://www.ammcwomensclinic.org
Women's Clinic
Breast Health
The William and Martha Johns Diagnostic Center at Arkansas Methodist Medical Center offers the latest digital mammography and bone densitometry as part of our commitment to provide quality, compassionate healthcare. Schedule your next mammogram here today!
Maternity Services
Comfort and Convenience The Women's Services Department provides services to obstetrical patients 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, for the provision of care during pregnancy, labor and delivery, postpartum and neonatal periods.
Perfect Place To Welcome Your Baby The personal attention you'll receive from our highly-trained staff and the comfortable setting of the AMMC Women's Services Department provides the perfect place for the birth of your baby.
Safe Sleep
Arkansas Methodist Medical Center is a Gold Safe Sleep Champion. Based on the facility's commitment to best practices and education on infant safe sleep, the hospital earned this recognition and is one of the first in the state of Arkansas to receive the title.
What is infant safe sleep?
Sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS) is the leading cause of death among infants between 1 month and 1 year of age. This is what you can do to help your baby sleep safely and to reduce your baby’s risk of SIDS.
For additional information and education on safe sleep please visit: Safe Sleep Academy Website
The National Safe Sleep Hospital Certification Program was created by Cribs for Kids, a Pittsburgh-based organization dedicated to preventing infant, sleep-related deaths due to accidental suffocation. In addition to being Cribs for Kids partners, AMMC is recognized for following safe sleep guidelines recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), and providing training programs for parents, staff and the community. Community outreach includes the Beautiful Beginnings Prenatal Education classes.
Paragould Wound Healing Center is a Department of St. Bernards Medical Center in collaboration with Arkansas Methodist Medical Center and specializes in the latest therapies for hard-to-heal wounds. Our physicians are certified wound care and hyperbaric medicine experts and treat both chronic and traumatic wounds that haven't healed in 30 days.
AMMC Urgent Care is located at 1110 West Kingshighway, Paragould, AR – (870) 205-2004
Urgent Care Hours: Monday – Friday: 7am – 5pmSaturday: 12-5pmSunday: 12-5pm
Patients may visit our Urgent Care for a variety of reasons. Here are just a few: UTIMinor cutsMinor injuries due to falls or sports relatedBug/spider bitesFlu/covid symptomsBack painMigraines
Our team of experts provides comprehensive urology care for all patients. Call 870-239-8268 to schedule an appointment.
Urology Specialists of Paragould4000 Linwood Drive, Suite GParagould, AR 72450
870-239-8268