Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Emergency
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Your Partner for Quality Healthcare in Warrensburg, MO
Western Missouri Medical Center (WMMC) is a fully-accredited acute care facility dedicated to providing exceptional healthcare to Johnson County and west central Missouri. Founded in 1963, WMMC has expanded its services to offer comprehensive care closer to home, including state-of-the-art technology and board-certified providers. Our mission emphasizes excellence and compassion, guided by values of collaboration, courage, and kindness. With over 60 years of service, WMMC has achieved national certifications in perinatal care, orthopedics, and bariatrics, and maintains a Level II Primary Stroke Center designation.Our leadership team, including CEO Darinda J. Dick, brings decades of experience in rural healthcare innovation. WMMC partners with physicians and hospital networks to deliver time-critical care, earning recognition as the 2020 Warrensburg Chamber of Commerce Business of the Year. We prioritize patient and employee experiences while advancing community health through initiatives like our Employee Relief Fund and charitable foundation.
Services
Emergency Services
Family Practice Clinics
Pediatrics
Bariatric Surgery
Cancer Center
Cardiology
Diagnostic Imaging
Orthopedics
Pain Management
Wound Care
Details
- Year established: 1963
Highlights and features
- We operate a 24/7 emergency room with board-certified providers
- Our facility maintains national certifications in perinatal care and orthopedics
- We offer Level II Primary Stroke Center designation
- Our leadership team has decades of rural healthcare experience
- We partner with regional physicians for integrated care networks
Associations and certifications
- The Joint Commission
Services
Emergency Services
Our 24/7 emergency room provides immediate care for critical conditions, equipped with advanced diagnostic tools and staffed by board-certified emergency physicians. We specialize in time-sensitive interventions including stroke treatment and trauma care. Patients benefit from rapid triage protocols and seamless transitions to inpatient services when needed.
Bariatric Surgery
Accredited by The Joint Commission, our bariatric program offers comprehensive surgical solutions for severe obesity, including gastric bypass and sleeve gastrectomy. Multidisciplinary teams provide preoperative education, nutritional counseling, and long-term follow-up care. Patients gain access to support groups and lifestyle modification programs for sustained weight management success.
Cancer Center
Our Cancer Center delivers personalized treatment plans using advanced radiation therapy and chemotherapy protocols. Board-certified oncologists collaborate with surgeons and specialists to provide multidisciplinary care. Patients receive genetic testing, clinical trial opportunities, and integrative support services including pain management and survivorship programs.
Cardiology
We offer comprehensive cardiovascular services including diagnostic imaging, interventional procedures, and cardiac rehabilitation. Our board-certified cardiologists specialize in treating complex conditions like coronary artery disease and heart failure. Patients benefit from preventive screenings and coordinated care with primary care providers for optimal heart health.
Orthopedics
Our orthopedic specialists provide surgical and non-surgical treatments for musculoskeletal conditions, including joint replacements and sports medicine. Advanced imaging technologies enable precise diagnoses, while physical therapy services support recovery. Patients receive personalized treatment plans for fractures, arthritis, and sports-related injuries.
People
Darinda J. Dick
President/Chief Executive Officer
With over 20 years of healthcare leadership experience, Darinda J. Dick has led WMMC since 2016, expanding services and achieving national accreditations. She previously served as Chief Nursing Officer and has received multiple leadership awards for her work in rural healthcare innovation.
Dean Ohmart
Chief Financial Officer
Dean Ohmart brings 35+ years of healthcare financial leadership, including successful roles at Coffeyville Regional Medical Center and Ransom Memorial Hospital. He specializes in financial strategy and operational efficiency improvements that strengthen hospital sustainability.
Renee Twenter
Chief Nursing Officer/Chief Operating Officer
With 25+ years at WMMC, Renee Twenter has held multiple leadership roles and led The Joint Commission accreditation process. She has driven revenue cycle improvements that generated $3.6 million in additional income for the medical center.
Tara Carlyle
Strategy & Development Executive
Tara Carlyle has led WMMC's marketing and philanthropy efforts since 2006, increasing foundation donations from $235k to over $700k annually. She developed the hospital's digital reputation management system and launched multiple successful service lines.
Questions
What emergency services does WMMC provide?
WMMC offers 24/7 emergency care with board-certified providers, advanced diagnostic tools, and specialized stroke treatment. Our ER handles trauma cases and provides immediate interventions for critical conditions.
How can I schedule a specialist appointment?
Contact Central Scheduling at (660) 262-7370 for outpatient appointments or use our online provider finder to locate specialists in over 20 medical fields across multiple clinic locations.
What payment options are available?
We offer payment plans and financial counseling services. Contact Patient Accounts at (660) 262-7350 for billing questions or to discuss payment arrangements with our team.
Are telehealth services available?
While not explicitly mentioned, our Express Care clinic provides urgent care services seven days a week. Contact our clinics directly for specific service availability details.
How does WMMC support community health?
Through our foundation's $1 million capital campaign, employee relief programs, and community health initiatives, we invest in medical technology, staff development, and preventive care programs for local residents.
