Leadership
Mineral Area Regional Medical Center offers community focused healthcare services in Farmington, Missouri. Since June 17, 1957, the people of Mineral Area Regional Medical Center have dedicated themselves to providing the highest quality of health care to the people of the Mineral Area and the surrounding areas. Today, our physicians, nurses, and other professionals take great pride in our hospital’s inviting atmosphere and the quality of its services. Accredited by the Health Facilities Accreditation Program of the American Osteopathic Association, Mineral Area Regional Medical Center offers an extensive range of medical and surgical services.
Mineral Area Regional Medical Center is working hard to improve the health status of our community. We don’t wait for health problems to come to us. We work closely with organizations and individuals in the community to provide education about health and wellness, especially things that can be done to prevent or reduce the risk of serious health problems. Because your health is our top priority, we provide and participate in public health screenings, health fairs, seminars, education, and support groups.
As a 135-bed full-service hospital, we provide a comprehensive range of medical services and high quality care. We are a forward thinking, innovative hospital where trust, teamwork and technology come together to make a positive difference in the health of our community and region. Our Health Facilities Accreditation Program (HFAP) by the American Osteopathic Association (AOA) powerfully demonstrates our commitment to meet the highest national standards for quality and safety.
But our most important mission here is to serve you and your family. So we combine the medical and technological resources of a regional center for healthcare with the warm, friendly and personal touch of a caring, compassionate staff.
Leading The Way In Healthcare Reform
As a major healthcare provider in the region, Mineral Area Regional Medical Center and our comprehensive network of partner physicians, home health providers and outreach clinics, we are in the best position and have a responsibility to take an active part in reinventing the way care is delivered. MARMC has very ambitious goals; to improve the patient care experience and increase the efficiency of care we provide embedded in our Mission, Vision and
Our Commitment to Action: Change Care, Change Payment, Change Experience
To achieve the new value chain three critical changes must occur:
- Change Care: Focus on population health and improving community health outcomes
- Change Payment: Reward for clinical excellence and outstanding outcomes
- Change the Care Experience: Know that our patients experience drives care outcomes
The Strength To Lead
At Mineral Area Regional Medical Center, we understand the vital importance of healthcare in our community. So we’ve made an ongoing commitment to deliver the latest technology and a comprehensive range of services that sets us apart as a leader in healthcare for this region. For almost any medical condition, we can provide the advanced care you and your family deserve.
The Strength To Serve
Patient care is our highest priority at Mineral Area Regional Medical Center. An extraordinary level of courteous and compassionate care is our only standard, and exceeding the expectations of our patients and their families is our constant goal. We also work closely with other healthcare providers, local leaders, businesses and other community organizations to promote wellness and to teach healthy lifestyles through education and outreach programs.
Board of Trustees
The hospital’s Board of Trustees includes community leaders and physicians which provide guidance and strategic leadership for the hospital’s operations. Mineral Area Regional Medical Center’s Board of Trustees, effective January 1, 2011 is as follows
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Dwayne Damba, DO |
Member |
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Matthew Sebastian |
Vice Chair |
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Dr. John Grechus |
Member |
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Kim Long |
Member |
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William Sippo, MD |
Member |
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Gil Kennon, Chair |
Chairperson |
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Erick Calmet, MD |
Member, COS |
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Fred McDaniel |
Member |
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Lynn Mergen |
CEO |
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Richard Winder, DO |
Member |
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Deborah Peterson, RN |
Member |
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Mike Roark |
Member |
Physician Leadership Group
Every Capella-affiliated hospital has a Physician Leadership Group (PLG) with 6 to 10 members representing a cross-section of its medical staff. The PLG provides input to hospital leadership on all aspects of operations, including strategic development, key initiatives, quality improvement, patient and employee satisfaction, and more. Members of Mineral Area’s PLG are:

Dr. Victoria Damba, NPLG

Dr. William Sippo

Dr. Justin Roberts

Dr. Kimberly Hartel

Dr. Dwayne Damba

Dr. Richard Winder, Physician Advisor
