Services

• Emergency
• Inpatient Behavioral Health
• Outpatient Behavioral Health
• Laboratory
• Nutrition Services
• Physical Therapy
• Occupational Therapy
• Speech Therapy
• Radiology
• Respiratory Therapy
• Sleep Center
• Surgical Services
• Swing Bed Program
• Personal Concierge
• Neurology Services
• MRI
• Pulmonary Rehab

Emergency Department

Monroe Regional Hospital is a full-service emergency care facility providing emergency services 24 hours a day.

Monroe Regional Hospital is a full-service emergency care facility providing emergency services 24 hours a day. The department provides care to patients of all ages and those with diagnoses ranging from non-emergent complaints to life-threatening conditions. The Emergency Department is a Level 4 trauma center that provides emergency healthcare for all types of injuries and illnesses. MRH participates in State programs related to Trauma, Heart Attacks, and Stroke Systems.

Monroe Regional Hospital Emergency Department has 6 rooms, two consisting of Trauma Rooms, all of which are equipped with monitoring services. Respiratory therapy, laboratory, radiology, and other invasive and non-invasive services are immediately available to the patient population needing them.

All physicians on staff in Monroe Regional Hospital’s Emergency Department are specialty-trained in Emergency Medicine. Additionally, the emergency department is staffed with Registered Nurses that are certified in pediatric advanced life support, adult advanced life support, and trauma.

Inpatient Behavioral Health

Geri psych

Our Geri psych program addresses the emotional and behavioral needs of our senior population through a combination of therapies, education, community activities, and wellness programs. The Geri psych program encourages patients to regain as much independence as they can and lead the fullest life possible.

Services we provide:

• Individual therapy
• Stress Management
• Group Therapy
• Continued Care Planning
• Recreational Therapy
• Medication Management
• Family Therapy
• Grief and Loss Therapy
• Coping and Problem Solving Skills

Look for symptoms or lifestyle changes that may indicate a need for a referral.
Learn the warning signs:

• Changes in appetite
• Extreme fluctuation in weight
• Feelings of worthlessness
• Suicidal thoughts
• Difficulty concentrating
• Hallucinations
• Fatigue and loss of energy
• Disorientation
• Depressed or irritable mood
• Memory loss
• Increased social withdrawal
• Loss of interest in appearance
• Anxiety
• Paranoia
• Stress or confusion

Outpatient Behavioral Health

More than half of all Americans will experience mental health issues in their lifetime.

Sometimes we cannot see the pain and troubles that others are feeling, but we can see the signs. More than half of all Americans will experience mental health issues in their lifetime. Most often these issues arise within our elderly loved ones. Look for the signs and when behavioral health troubles hit close to home, seek compassionate and professional help that is close to home.

• Patients admitted will attend up to 4 days of treatment per week
• 2 Psychotherapy groups
• 1 Nurse Education group
• 1 Activity group

Look for symptoms or lifestyle changes that may indicate a need for a referral.
Learn the warning signs:

• Changes in appetite
• Extreme fluctuation in weight
• Feelings of worthlessness
• Suicidal thoughts
• Difficulty concentrating
• Hallucinations
• Fatigue and loss of energy
• Disorientation
• Depressed or irritable mood
• Memory loss
• Increased social withdrawal or reworded
• Loss of interest in appearance
• Anxiety
• Paranoia
• Stress or confusion

Medicare and Private Insurance accepted

Referrals
Call Monroe Regional Outpatient Behavioral Health to arrange a confidential assessment. We receive referrals from physicians, nurses, home health agencies, nursing homes, senior living centers, family members and even self-referrals. If you or a loved one needs professional care please contact us. A confidential assessment can be made in the person’s home or our facility, at no charge. Rest easy knowing compassionate and professional help is available close to home.

Intake Coordinator
662-319-8990
Referral Fax Line
662-319-8922

Laboratory

Monroe Regional Hospital’s full-service laboratory offers clinical, pathology and cytology services to physicians and patients. Our laboratory is equipped with the latest technology and experienced professional staff. Our professional staff are highly trained and dedicated to placing the patient first and meeting your needs.

Monroe Regional Hospital benefits health care providers and their patients by:
Providing convenient, local access to STAT and routine testing 24 hours a day, seven days a week for emergency and inpatients.

Offering an extensive test menu for our patients and physician convenience.
Providing outreach services to nursing homes, home health care, assisted living facilities and physician clinics.

Nutrition Services

Outpatient Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT)

• MNT is an evidence-based nutrition service provided by a Registered Dietitian to prevent, delay, or manage diseases and conditions.
• Provides multiple visits with an in-depth nutrition assessment, nutrition diagnosis, and intervention treatment plan.
• MNT improves the health and quality of life for individuals with: Diabetes, Chronic Kidney Disease, Cardiovascular Disease (hypertension, dyslipidemia, congestive heart failure), Pulmonary Disease (COPD) and Weight disorders (overweight/obesity, bariatric surgery, eating disorders).
• Wide variety of conditions covered by Medicare and private insurances.
• Start feeling better today! Call Tad Robertson, Registered/Licensed Dietitian @ 662-319-2052 for appointment or information.

Monroe Regional Hospital Cafeteria

• Open Monday-Sunday; 6:30am – 9:30am (breakfast) and 11:30am – 1:00pm (lunch)
• New salad bar items (ham, spring lettuce, croutons, spinach, shredded cheese, pimento/cheese, pickles, cucumbers, tomatoes, onions, jalapenos, boiled eggs and fresh fruit!)
• New weekly menu items
• Lowest pricing in town
• Cafeteria menu and flyers to be posted online weekly

Physical Therapy

We tailor each individual’s therapy plan to his or her unique needs.

Monroe Regional Therapy Services is a leader in therapy expertise. We staff and operate inpatient and outpatient therapy services to provide patients and residents with physical therapy, occupational therapy, and speech therapy. Our goal for patients is simple: to help them to live dignified and optimally independent lives. We tailor each individual’s therapy plan to his or her unique needs.

Our physical therapists help patients to regain their strength and balance, prevent falls, increase range of motion, and decrease pain. Through therapeutic exercise programs, patients can increase their strength, muscle function, coordination, endurance, and mobility. This is especially important after a fall, injury, or surgery.

Occupational Therapy

Monroe Regional Therapy Services is a leader in therapy expertise. We staff and operate inpatient and outpatient therapy services to provide patients and residents with physical therapy, occupational therapy, and speech therapy. Our goal for patients is simple: to help them to live dignified and optimally independent lives. We tailor each individual’s therapy plan to his or her unique needs.

Our occupational therapists help patients to safely and independently perform activities of daily living, including cooking, bathing and dressing. Using a wide range of interventions, our therapists adapt tasks and modify the environment to enhance each patient’s ability to function in their physical and social environment. They provide sensorimotor treatments for strength, endurance, range of motion, coordination and balance, as well as therapeutic activities for memory, orientation, cognitive integration and daily life skills.

Speech Therapy

Monroe Regional Therapy Services is a leader in therapy expertise. We staff and operate inpatient and outpatient therapy services to provide patients and residents with physical therapy, occupational therapy, and speech therapy. Our goal for patients is simple: to help them to live dignified and optimally independent lives. We tailor each individual’s therapy plan to his or her unique needs.

Our speech-language pathologists design treatment plans to address communication problems, memory loss and swallowing dysfunction. These treatment plans can focus on comprehension skills for written and verbal communication as well as cognitive status, which may include memory, orientation and reasoning skills. For patients with swallowing disorders, speech-language pathologists also work to address oral muscle strength and function for speaking and for safe eating and drinking.

Radiology

Monroe Regional Hospital’s Department of Radiology offers state-of-the-art imaging in a professional and personal setting. Our radiology department is covered 24/7 by a licensed Radiology Technologist. Our studies are interpreted by a licensed Radiologist and most results will be relayed to your Physician within 24 hours. Monroe Regional Hospital is accredited by the American College of Radiology in CT and MRI. We are pleased to offer various radiology services including:

General Radiology (X-ray)

General radiology tests, also called x-rays, use high-energy radiation to create images of bones and internal organs. X-ray is a simple, painless medical test that helps your physician view and assess conditions ranging from broken bones to pneumonia to cancer.

Ultrasound

An ultrasound test uses reflected sound waves to produce an image of the organs in the body. The words “ultrasound study”, “ultrasound exam”, and “sonogram” all mean the same thing.
During an ultrasound the patient is asked to lie down on the exam table. A gel is applied to the part of the body being examined and then a small instrument called a transducer or probe is passed over that area by the sonographer. The patient may be asked to move into different positions or to hold their breath to improve imaging. Some ultrasound examinations require special preparations, which will be explained during scheduling.

CT (Computed Tomography or CAT Scan)

Computed Tomography is a type of radiologic exam where the x-ray source rotates around the patient. A computer then interprets the information and creates a cross-sectional image or a “slice”.
The patient is asked to lie on a table and the area being scanned will be moved into the scanner. For most exams the patient will lie on his or her back. Some of the exams require the patient to hold their breath. Also depending on the type of exam requested, an intravenous contrast may be administered. Preparation is required for some examinations, which may involve drinking an oral contrast and/or fasting. These preparations will be explained at the time of scheduling.

MRI

MRI is a way of taking pictures of your body and its chemical make-up. It’s a safe way to make an image of your body that does not use radiation. It uses a strong magnetic field supplied by a magnet and radio waves.
An MRI examination requires the patient to lie on a table. The area of the body to be scanned will be positioned in the center of the magnet. The patient will enter the magnet either feet or head first, depending on the type of exam being performed. A small device called a surface coil may be placed near the part of the body to be scanned to improve images.

Echocardiogram

An echocardiogram is an ultrasound test that can evaluate the structures of the heart, as well as the direction of blood flow within it. Technicians specially trained in echocardiography produce the images and videos, often using a special probe or transducer that is placed in various places on the chest wall, to view the heart from different directions. Cardiologists, or heart specialists, are trained to evaluate these images to assess heart function and provide a report of the results. The echocardiogram is just one of the many tests that can be done to evaluate heart anatomy and function.

Respiratory Therapy

The Respiratory Care Department provides services twenty-four hours a day, seven days per week for inpatients and emergent patients. Pulmonary Function Testing, Pulmonary Rehab, & Cardiac Rehab are available Monday – Friday between 7:00 am and 4:00 pm by appointment.

Services include:

• Airway Management, Bronchodilator Therapy, Bronchial Hygiene Therapy, Expansion Therapy, Oxygen Therapy, Ventilator, CPAP, & BIPAP Management, Arterial Blood Gas Analysis, Patient Assessment and treatment protocols, Patient education, EKGs, Pulmonary Function Tests, 24-48 hour Holter Monitoring, Smoking Cessation
• Pulmonary Rehabilitation – designed for those who have been diagnosed with asthma, emphysema, chronic bronchitis, or other lung diseases. This outpatient program lasts for 12 weeks and includes monitored exercise and education. A maintenance phase is offered at the end of the program, encouraging the continuation of a healthy lifestyle and regular exercise
• Cardiac Rehabilitation – is a program for individuals who have had a heart attack, heart surgery, or who have symptoms of coronary artery disease. A Cardiac Rehab outpatient program generally lasts 12 weeks. Monitored exercise is introduced, and education classes are held weekly to educate participants on stress management, risk factors, and eating for a healthy heart. A maintenance program is offered at the end of the 12 weeks.

Contact the Respiratory Care Department at 662-319-2071 for an appointment. We will contact your physician for approval and to obtain the necessary medical records.

Sleep Center

Monroe Regional Hospital Sleep Disorders Center delivers comprehensive care in sleep medicine. We are accredited by the AASM and are totally commitment to providing quality sleep care to adults and children. The center is staffed with well-trained technologists, a Nurse Practitioner and a sleep physician that is boarded-certified in sleep medicine to identify, screen, diagnose and treat sleep apnea and other conditions compromising healthy sleep. Our staff is qualified to deliver superior care in the field of sleep, with the understanding that better sleep care promotes better health care.

Our office is located at 40128 Hamilton Road, Hamilton Mississippi 39746. Testing days are Monday-Saturday, 7:30pm-7:00am. If you have any questions you may contact us at 662-343-5592 Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm.

Surgical Services

Our Surgeons and staff will provide you with all the necessary information pertaining to your specific procedure.

Patients who have surgery at Monroe Regional Out-Patient Surgery Center experience some of the finest care in Monroe County. We have skilled staff and nurses working alongside first-rate Surgeons to care for you and your family before, during, and after your surgery. Our Surgeons and staff will provide you with all the necessary information pertaining to your specific procedure including information to help you prepare for surgery.

Surgical Services We Provide:

• Anesthesia Services
• Dental Surgery
• General Surgery: (Laparoscopy for Diagnostics and Treatment, Gallbladder Repair, Hernia Repair, Breast Surgery, Hemorrhoid Surgery, Colon Surgery, Appendectomy, Port-A-Cath Placement, Wound Debridement, Colostomy Closure, Node Biopsy, Thyroid Surgery, Skin Grafts and others)
• Endoscopy Procedures: EGD, Colonoscopy
• Podiatry (Bunionectomy, Hammertoe, Repair of Foot/Ankle Fractures and others)

We are always here to answer any questions you may have concerning a surgery. For additional information about a specific procedure please feel free to call us at 662-304-4046 or contact your surgeon directly.

Swing Bed Program

Swing Bed is a Medicare program designed to provide additional inpatient care to those needing extra time to heal or strengthening. The term “Swing Bed” refers to the use of hospital beds for either acute or skilled nursing care. Our Swing Bed Program offers a much-needed service for patients who no longer need acute hospital care, but do need skilled nursing or therapy care to complete their recovery.

Services we provide:

• PT/OT/Speech
• Established trach care
• Wound Care (including wound vacs)
• IV antibiotics
• Post-surgical Care
• Respiratory
• Nutrition (including TPN)
• Examples of diagnoses that may meet Swing Bed criteria:
• Stroke Recovery
• Diabetes
• Rehabilitation following major surgical procedures, such as hip or knee replacements
• Pain management in terminal illness
• Amputations, traumatic injuries
• Conditions requiring IV therapy
• Wound care

Our Swing Bed Program offers patients:

• A seamless transition from acute to follow-up care
• The assurance of an accredited hospital setting
• 24- hour care provided by a team of skilled nurses, nurses, physicians, and therapists
• The comfort and familiarity of a local hospital
• Access to diagnostic services if necessary
• Convenience near to loved ones and friends
• No Chest X-Ray or TB Skin Test required
• All Private Rooms
• Patient must have been hospitalized in an acute care setting for a day period within the last 30 days to qualify.

Our Referral Process

During your hospital stay, your Nurse Case Manager will monitor your progress and coordinate your discharge plans with your Physician. If appropriate, they will send a referral to our Swing Bed Coordinator. The Swing Bed Coordinator will verify your insurance coverage and determine if you meet criteria. If you feel you need additional care, ask your Case Manager or Physician about Swing Bed.

Swing Bed Coordinator
662-319-2084
Referral Fax Line
662-319-8701

Personal Concierge

Monroe Regional Hospital offers personal concierge services to patients at Monroe Regional Hospital. We provide an optimal, convenient, and personalized approach to our patient’s wellness. Our skilled care managers work closely with physicians, nurses, and a wide range of medical professionals to ensure the needs of our patients are met. Synergy Care Management assists Monroe Regional Hospital in delivering these services. To learn more about Synergy Care Management please follow this link.

Services we provide include:

• Chronic Care Management
• Transitional Care Management
• Behavioral Health Management

Neurology Services

Neurology Services include:

• Headache
• Alzheimer’s disease
• Parkinson disease
• Seizures
• Epilepsy
• Botox treatment
• Neuropathy
• Stroke
• Neuromuscular disorder
• Nerve conduction studies/EMG

Dr. Hashmat completed his residency in Neurology at the University of Connecticut in Hartford, Connecticut, then served a two year fellowship in EEG, epilepsy, nerve conduction studies/EMG and neuromuscular disorders at MCP Hahnemann University in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

These programs provided him with in-depth training into the field of Neurology and prepared him to enter into real-life care of a wide array of all general neurology patients. Since 2001 he has been part of a multi-specialty group and also had a private practice.

It is very exciting for us to be able to offer Neurological services in our area! Schedule those appointments now because slots will fill up quickly.

MRH Medical Group-Jurney
502 Jackson Street
Aberdeen, MS 39730

662-369-9945

MRI

• Ability to perform ALL routinely ordered MRI examinations
• Evaluations of ligaments, tendons, spine and joints
• MRI and MRA imaging of brain, renal and carotid arteries
• Evaluation of abdominal organs
• Updated Philips software
• 1.5T Magnet
• Professional and knowledgeable staff

Call Austin James at 662-319-2045

Pulmonary Rehab

Monroe Regional Hospital offers a pulmonary rehabilitation program that works to reduce symptoms, improve quality of life and increase participation in everyday activities. Pulmonary rehab is an individually designed program of education, exercise and breathing retraining for people with pulmonary disease.

Improving Your Quality of Life

Pulmonary rehabilitation relieves symptoms of chronic respiratory conditions such as COPD, which includes Emphysema, Asthma and Chronic Bronchitis. Other conditions include:

• Pulmonary Fibrosis
• Sarcoidosis
• Bronchiectasis
• Interstitial Lung Disease
• Lung volume Reduction Surgery
• Lung Transplantation
• Cystic Fibrosis
• Occupational or environmental disease

Post-Covid patients benefit from pulmonary rehab in many ways

With a goal of improving your overall wellness and quality of life, our individualized treatment plans focus on disease management, breathing retraining, as well as strength and endurance to:

• Decrease symptoms of your disease
• Increase your ability to function better in your daily life
• Increase your ability to exercise
• Better manage related anxiety and depression

A physician’s order is required for admission. Recent pulmonary function test results will qualify patients to participate in the program. Medicare and most major insurance companies cover all or part of the cost of pulmonary rehabilitation.

To schedule an appointment for an initial consultation call 662-315-2071. This consultation will determine if you qualify for the program.