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Big Heart. Small Town. Expert Care Close to Home.

When it comes to your heart, you deserve care from people who know you — not just your chart. At Ray County Hospital and Healthcare Cardiac Rehabilitation, you’re not a number. You’re our neighbor. And we’re here to walk with you every step of your recovery. Our dedicated two-person team provides the kind of personalized, […]

Ray County Hospital and Healthcare Welcomes Lisa DeKezel as Chief Executive Officer

Richmond, MO – Ray County Hospital and Healthcare is pleased to announce the appointment of Lisa DeKezel, MJ, BSN, RN, as Chief Executive Officer. Lisa brings over 30 years of healthcare leadership experience and a deep-rooted passion for ensuring the sustainability and success of rural healthcare. Raised in small rural communities, Lisa has dedicated her […]

Meet Taryn Plymell: Employee of the Year Nominee

We’re proud to spotlight Taryn Plymell, our Employee of the Year nominee and the heart of our dietary department. Her Role at Ray County Hospital and Healthcare Taryn serves as the head cook in our dietary department, where she has made a difference for two years. She started as a dietary aide and has grown […]

New Payment Options Now Available at Ray County Hospital and Healthcare

At Ray County Hospital and Healthcare, we are committed to making care more affordable and accessible for our patients and communities. We’re pleased to announce our partnership with PayZen, which now offers customized payment plans tailored uniquely to your ability to pay. With PayZen you can: This service is now available. If you have an […]

Exceptional Pulmonary Care, Close to Home: Meet Dr. Mohammad Jarbou

When it comes to your respiratory health, you deserve a physician who combines advanced expertise with genuine compassion. At Ray County Hospital and Healthcare, we’re proud to introduce Dr. Mohammad Jarbou, a board-certified specialist in internal medicine, pulmonary disease, and sleep medicine who brings comprehensive care right here to our community. A Journey of Dedication […]

Expert Orthopedic Care, Right Here in Ray County

We’re proud to partner with Orthopedic Surgeons Inc. (OSI) to bring specialized orthopedic services directly to our community. This partnership means you can access exceptional bone and joint care close to home, without the need to travel to Kansas City for treatment. Meet Your Orthopedic Team Dr. R. Keith Jarman, M.D. brings extensive experience and […]

Meet Michaelle Warner: 20+ Years of Caring for Our Neighbors Through Nuclear Medicine

When Michaelle Warner walks into work each day at Ray County Hospital and Healthcare, she brings more than two decades of expertise in Nuclear Medicine—she brings a genuine passion for helping people feel comfortable, informed, and cared for during their diagnostic imaging procedures. “I must admit the time has flown—it doesn’t feel like 20 years!” […]

Ray County Hospital and Healthcare Earns 2025 Performance Leadership Award for Quality

In celebration of National Rural Health Day, we’re honored to share some exciting news with our community: Ray County Hospital and Healthcare has earned a 2025 Performance Leadership Award for excellence in Quality from The Chartis Center for Rural Health! This recognition celebrates our commitment to delivering exceptional care right here close to home. The […]

Current Mask and Visitor Policy

Ray County Hospital and Healthcare provides a caring environment and recognizes the importance of masking to protect our patients, their families and friends.  Our masking guidelines are designed to balance the health and benefits of the patients, families, visitors, as well as taking into consideration the public’s health. The hospital will continue to monitor CDC […]

Highlighting Adolescent Mental Health During COVID-19

As lives return to normal, the need for mental health care likely will increase as the cumulative effects of 2020 and 2021 shape young lives and minds. Better coordinated care, better access to support systems in the community and expansion of technology – like telehealth for mental health care – will help young Missourians with […]