Ambulance Services

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.

Critical Care

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.

Education

• Diabetes Care
  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. 

• Health Screenings
  Arkansas Methodist Medical Center hosts health fairs to offer medical screenings that offer people a chance to detect possible health concerns before they become a problem.

• CPR
  AMMC is a community training center for the American Heart Association.  CPR classes for health care providers, advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) and pediatric advanced life support (PALS) are available.  We also provide the Neonatal Resuscitation Program.

• Health Fairs
  Arkansas Methodist Medical Center hosts health fairs to businesses, schools, churches or industry.  We offer a variety of medical screenings that detect possible health concerns.

• Patient Education
  We provide inpatient and outpatient education on an individual basis. 

• Community Education
  Each year, the AMMC Education Department holds the M*A*S*H Program. M*A*S*H*, or Medical Applications of Science for Health, is a two-week summer camp that introduces high school students who are currently in the 10th or 11th grade to health careers. Students selected into the M*A*S*H* program will shadow in a variety of health care locations, learn medical terminology, and take part in hands on activities to learn medical procedures. Students also take part in team building activities, heart dissection and suturing, proper wrapping techniques and casting, as well as learning about a variety of health careers and education levels needed for different careers.

For more information call 870-239-7016.

ENT

Our team of experts provide comprehensive care for all patients. Call 870-205-2101 for an appointment.

AMMC ENT
1000 West Kingshighway, Suite 3
Paragould, AR 72450
870-205-2101

Mathieu Forgues, MD

Jordan Reddick, PA

Emergency Trauma

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.

• AR SAVES
  Stroke Assistance through Virtual Emergency Support (AR SAVES) works with 48 partnering sites throughout Arkansas to provide 24/7 consult coverage and support for Arkansans experiencing strokes. Through AR SAVES, patients can receive a life-saving medication that lessens the impact of a stroke.

For emergencies call 9-1-1

Diabetes Care Clinic

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. 

Heart Health

Cardiac Rehab
The 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.

Cardiopulmonary
The 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 & Vascular
The 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.  

Home Health

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.

Imaging

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:

• Computed Tomography (CT)
• Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)
• Mammography
• Bone Density studies
• Nuclear Medicine
• Ultrasound
• Diagnostic X-ray

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

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:

• Anemia
• Crohn’s Disease
• Dehydration
• Electrolyte imbalance
• Immune deficiency
• Infectious diseases
• Migraines
• Multiple Sclerosis (MS)
• Polycythemia
• Rheumatoid Arthritis
• Ulcerative Colitis

Common list of therapies/services provided include:

• Blood transfusions
• Dressing changes for IV lines
• Electrolyte replacement
• IVIG
• IV antibiotics
• IV fluids
• Mid-line/PICC lines
• Multivitamin replacement
• Port-a-cath flushes
• Prolia
• Reclast
• Remicade
• Therapeutic phlebotomy
• Tysabri
• Vyepti

Call us at 870-239-8194 to learn more.

Inpatient Rehab

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.

For a virtual tour of the facility and more about the program, click here: AMMC Inpatient Rehab

Please contact 870-239-7462 for more information.  

Mammography

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.

• 3D mammography provides an exceptionally sharp and detailed picture for breast cancer detection and diagnosis – and at the same dose as standard 2D mammography
• Contrast Enhanced Spectral Mammography and biopsy when needed

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.

Lab

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.

Orthopaedics

Our team of experts provides comprehensive surgery care for all patients. Call 870-205-2125 for an appointment.

AMMC Orthopaedic Associates
4000 Linwood, Suite 1
Paragould, AR 72450
870-205-2125

• Dr. Charbel Maroun, Chief of Spine & Orthopaedic Surgery
• Trained in spine and orthopaedic surgery. Services include:
• Spine Surgery - herniated discs, cervical spine conditions, metastatic bone disease, spine trauma and more.
• Orthopaedic Trauma Surgery - arthritis, hip fractures, hip and knee revision surgeries, post traumatic reconstruction and more.
• Shoulder Surgery - dislocation/instability rotator cuff tears, tendonitis, arthritis and more.
• Knee Surgery - knee arthroscopy, meniscus tears and more.

• Dr. Henry Stroope, Orthopaedic Surgeon
  • Orthopaedic Trauma Surgery - arthritis, hip fractures, hip and knee revision surgeries, post traumatic reconstruction and more.
  • Shoulder Surgery - dislocation/instability rotator cuff tears, tendonitis, arthritis and more.
  • Knee Surgery - knee arthroscopy, meniscus tears and more.

Physical Therapy

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 Therapy
The 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. 

Primary Care

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

• Kirk Coward, APRN

AMMC Hines Family Medicine - Monday-Friday 8am-4:30pm

1300 W. Court Street, Paragould, AR 72450

(870) 236-4100

• Dr. John Hines
• Callie Talley, DNP, APRN

AMMC Fonticiella Medical Clinic

1000 W. Kingshighway, Suite 12, Paragould, AR 72450

(870) 236-6930

• Dr. Albert Fonticiella, Internal Medicine

Sleep Medicine

Healthy sleep patterns are essential for overall wellbeing, yet many individuals struggle with sleep-related problems such as insomnia, sleep apnea, or restless leg syndrome. That's where the sleep labs at Arkansas Methodist Medical Center comes in.

The sleep lab at AMMC offers certified care with fully equipped diagnostic tools to help you achieve a better night's rest. Our trained staff is dedicated to providing personalized care and support throughout your sleep study. Here's what you need to know about the sleep labs at AMMC and how they can benefit you.

• We use the latest diagnostic tools to monitor your sleep patterns, breathing, brainwaves, heart activity, and eye and muscle movements. These tools provide accurate data that helps us to identify the underlying cause of your sleep problems. Our goal is to provide you with a comprehensive and accurate diagnosis that leads to an effective treatment plan.
• Highly trained and experienced in dealing with a variety of sleep-related problems. We understand that every patient is unique and requires personalized care. That's why we take the time to get to know you and your sleep history to develop a treatment plan that meets your specific needs. You can be assured that you're in good hands when you choose the sleep labs at AMMC.
• There are several benefits to choosing AMMC for your sleep study. First, our state-of-the-art equipment provides accurate data that leads to an effective diagnosis. With this information, we can develop a personalized treatment plan that addresses your specific sleep-related problems. This leads to long-term improvement in sleep quality and overall health. Additionally, our sleep labs provide a comfortable and relaxing environment that helps to promote a better night's rest.

Make an appointment today if you're struggling with sleep-related problems. Contact AMMC ENT for more information or a referral.

AMMC ENT
1000 West Kingshighway, Suite 3
Paragould, AR 72450
870-205-2101

Neurology

AMMC Neurology Associates offers a range of procedures and treatments to diagnose and manage disorders of the brain and nervous system. Our main procedures include EMG/NCS alongside Neuromuscular Ultrasound, EEG, and Botox injections for migraines. We commonly treat a variety of conditions, including Headaches, Epilepsy, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Pinched Nerves, Nerve Damage (tingling or pain in arms or legs), Dementia or Memory Issues, Stroke, Numbness, Gait Disturbance, Parkinson’s Disease, and other Tremors.

AMMC Neurology Associates
4000 Linwood Drive, Suite G
Paragould, AR 72450
870-205-2175

Dr. Ronald South

A referral is required for new patients. Please call 870-205-2175 for referrals.

Surgery Services

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 Services
The 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 Diseases
It 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 Surgery
Arkansas 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 Treatment
Arkansas 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. 

Physicians:

Dr. David Brotman

Women's Services

AMMC Women's Clinic - Monday-Friday 8am-5pm

1110 W. Kingshighway, Paragould, AR 72450

(870) 205-2002

Dr. Charles Cesare

Dr. Rose Glynne

Dr. Tiffany Rawlins

Dr. Jodi Turano

Carie Cesare, WHNP

Jessica Nutt, APRN

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. 

Wound Healing

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.

Urgent Care

AMMC Urgent Care is located at 1110 West Kingshighway, Paragould, AR – (870) 205-2004

Urgent Care Hours:
Monday – Friday: 7am – 5pm
Saturday: 12-5pm
Sunday: 12-5pm

Patients may visit our Urgent Care for a variety of reasons. Here are just a few: 
UTI
Minor cuts
Minor injuries due to falls or sports related
Bug/spider bites
Flu/covid symptoms
Back pain
Migraines