May 21 – 27 is EMS Week, a time to honor and celebrate the brave work of those on the front lines of medical emergencies. EMS workers, including paramedics and emergency medical technicians (EMTs), are crucial for the health and safety of Deaf Smith County. The work of our skilled and dedicated EMS workers is
Not having to return to the hospital after receiving treatment is critical for hospitals, and Hereford Regional Medical Center has achieved a 5.45 percent readmission rate for 2022. It’s the lowest rate among Panhandle hospitals and well below the state average of 14.9 percent. Efforts to reduce readmission are a priority for the hospital, and
When an elderly couple in town was unable to travel to the clinic for follow-up care after a hospital stay but hesitant to receive care away from the hospital, Hereford Regional Medical Center delivered the care they needed thanks to the community paramedicine program. The community paramedicine team alleviated the couple’s concerns by demonstrating its
The community paramedicine program at Hereford Regional Medical Center represents a significant investment in the health of our community. This program creates a team of paramedics, nurses, social workers, physicians, and respiratory therapists to provide care for patients after they have left the hospital. This team is designed to address any health care needs a