Health Care

Washington Regional Medical Center

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Washington Regional Receives $2Million Gift from Wal-Mart

Contribution from the Wal-Mart Foundation to support state-of-the-art technology advancements

Commitment to exceptional health care is evident in the new Washington Regional Hospital. Washington Regional is a 233-bed, acute care medical center located in Fayetteville, Arkansas. Conveniently situated across from the North Hills Medical Park near the intersection of Highway 71 and Interstate 540, it is highly visible and easily accessible.

Officially opened in August of 2002, this medical facility contains state-of the-art equipment and technologies, making it one of the most modern medical facilities in the region. It is home to the Johnelle Hunt Women's Center and the Walker Family Heart & Vascular Institute.

Modern Healthcare listed Washington Regional Medical Center 2003 Consumer Choice Award winner. This honor goes to the top medical centers in over 100 markets nationwide and recognizes Washington Regional for providing exceptional customer service and consistency.

Washington Regional is also committed to caring for the area's seniors. Knowing that older adults have unique healthcare concerns and needs, their commitment to seniors is evident through the full range of services, classes and support groups, screenings, and health information offered to enhance the wellness and healthcare of the 55 + generation.

The hospital is an acute care hospital, and includes a rehabilitation hospital, assisted living and long-term care facilities, an outpatient surgery center, kidney dialysis centers, and a network of clinics and services.

In addition, Fayetteville has over 200 family practice physicians, pediatric doctors, and professionals in specialized fields combined.

Washington Regional Medical Center

http://www.wregional.com/
Additional Area Healthcare Facilities

The Veterans Affairs Medical Center is also located in Fayetteville offering a complete care facility for the military. The VA is currently renovating the old Washington Regional Hospital in Fayetteville to become a new nursing home facility for Arkansas veterans. The Willow Creek Women's Hospital is located nearby in Johnson as is the Northwest Medical Center in Springdale. The new St. Mary's Hospital is currently under construction in Rogers.