Chances are, you probably don’t think about going to the hospital or visiting your doctor for more than an annual wellness exam – most people don’t. But accidents happen – you could trip and fall and fracture an ankle. Your son or daughter could wreck their bicycle and break an arm. Your spouse could come down with a high fever. At times like these, you want the peace of mind of knowing that there is someone nearby who can assist you. If you are fortunate enough to live in Branson, Missouri, you have nothing to fear – the doctors and nurses at the Branson hospitals and health clinics are standing by to help.
Skaggs/Cox Regional Medical Center: The Cox Regional Medical Center, located in the heart of the Branson community, is the area’s most state of the art hospital – and it has a long history as well! Originally named Skaggs Regional Medical Center, the hospital was founded in 1950 by local couple MB and Estella Skaggs. The then 25 bed hospital expanded over the years and now has 165 hospital beds and a new name; in January 2012, Skaggs began seeking assurance that Branson would continue to receive quality medical treatment through a healthcare partnership. That partner was the CoxHealth Network. In January of 2013, Skaggs began doing business under Cox Regional Medical Center. This Branson hospital provides emergency and urgent care, pediatric services, a cancer center, home health care, rehabilitation and more. Rest assured that you will be well cared for at the Cox Regional Medical Center!
Branson Walk-in Clinic: Located on Highway 248, the Branson Walk-in Clinic gives patients the freedom of medical care without an appointment. Owned and operated by Dr. Leonard Bridges, a local general practice physician, the clinic accepts most medical insurance, and performs general medical office procedures and tests, as well as minor emergencies. Other medical services include stitches, slings and splints.
Mercy Urgent Care: For medical treatment you can count on, visit the Mercy Urgent Care Clinic on Highway 248 in Branson. With low cost treatments, no appointments and shorter waiting times, you will get the care you need quickly and affordably. This clinic can treat cuts, abscesses and puncture wounds, cold and flu symptoms, fevers, UTI infections, rashes and minor burns. Drug screening, occupational medicine, and worker’s compensation care are also available at this Branson clinic.
With so many choices for Branson hospitals and clinics, you can rest assured that you and your family will be well taken care of, whether it is a life threatening emergency, or simply a common cold.
