CHI St. Vincent Hot Springs has once again earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval® for Advanced Total Hip and Total Knee Replacement Certification.
“Our patients deserve not only the very best in care, but the best opportunity to enjoy their quality of life despite knee, hip or other joint issues,” said CHI St. Vincent Hot Springs President Douglas Ross, MD. “This recognition from The Joint Commission offers further affirmation that our orthopedic team is here to help them live a full and mobile life.”

CHI St. Vincent’s Megan Roberts has been named one of Catholic Health Association’s Tomorrow’s Leaders. Roberts, who serves as CHI St. Vincent’s director of orthopedics, was among 11 individuals across the country aged 40 and under who were recognized for their “intellect, strong work ethic, emotional intelligence, resourcefulness, and enthusiasm for strengthening Catholic healthcare.”
As the statewide Campaign for a Healthier Tomorrow comes to a close later this month, Arkansas Children’s Foundation celebrates a $1 million gift from Melanie and Edwin Wells to establish an endowment supporting the CEO Strategic Initiatives Fund at Arkansas Children’s.
The Arkansas Health Network (AHN), a physician-led, clinically integrated network (CIN) serving Arkansas patients, providers, and employers, announced that Lubna Maruf, MD, has been appointed as its new chief medical officer and vice president.