Callaway Community Hospital operates as a 49-bed acute care facility. It provides primary medical and community health care services. Surgical, diagnostic imaging, CT, MRI, respiratory therapy, laboratory and 24-hour emergency services are just a few of the services offered. Childbirth classes enhance a modern health/delivery room for obstetrical services. The Health and Wellness Center extends rehabilitation and physical therapy services.
Residents of Callaway County enjoy a comprehensive community health network anchored by Callaway Community Hospital. It’s a complete continuum of care for Callaway County and surrounding areas.
Whether patients need emergency care, surgical services, diagnostic care or preventive medicine, the dedicated medical staff at Callaway Community Hospital offers personalized, quality care with compassion, dignity and respect. The medical staff is committed to meeting the growing health care needs of the community.
** MISSION **
The mission of Callaway Community Hospital is to provide quality healthcare services through outstanding personal service.
** VISION **
The vision of Callaway Community Hospital is to be
your healthcare provider and employer of choice.
Our Progressive Outlook
Our progressive outlook can be seen in the personal care that our patients receive. Find out more about us as well as the many services we offer. At our facility you receive personalized care, close to home!
History Of Callaway Community Hospital
Callaway County has a rich history of providing quality care to its citizens. In November 1918, a Hospital Bond Issue was authorized for the construction of Callaway County Public Hospital. Construction on the Jefferson Street facility in Fulton, Missouri began in May 1920 and was completed in June 1921 at a cost of $120,000 for the building and lot. Opening date of the Callaway County Public Hospital was June 30, 1921. This was the second hospital in the State of Missouri to be erected under the law allowing counties to build and maintain public hospitals.
In 1955, the hospital’s name was changed from Callaway County Public Hospital to Callaway Memorial Hospital. It operated under this name until it closed in 1985.
In 1982, the Callaway Community Hospital Association was organized and incorporated under the laws of the State of Delaware for the purpose of operating the existing facility on Jefferson Street, which was owned by Callaway County and had theretofore been operated by a Board of Trustees appointed by the governing body of Callaway County. Pursuant to a Replacement Facility Agreement with the Board of Trustees of the existing facility and Callaway County, the Association initiated the construction of a new 58-bed acute care general hospital as a replacement for the existing facility with financing provided by the Series 1984 Bonds.
On August 1, 1984, a bond issue was authorized for the new replacement facility to be located at its current 20 acre tract located on State Route F in Fulton, Missouri. This replacement facility would include 50 medical-surgical beds, four obstetrical beds, and four intensive care beds. In contrast to the then existing 47 bed facility on Jefferson Street, which offered predominantly inpatient services, the replacement facility would offer outpatient care as well as inpatient care.
Opening in 1985, Callaway Community Hospital opened as a 49 bed general acute care hospital. The hospital provided a 24 hour emergency room; surgical and obstetrical services; and an advanced care unit.
In 1996, Callaway Community Hospital purchased Fulton Medical Clinic. This clinic offers three family medicine physicians and two nurse practitioners. Dr. George Groce and Dr. Rezwan Islam offer a large range of services to meet consumer needs. Dr. Catherine McCray provides services for acute and chronic illnesses and specializes in women’s health. Sara Revelle and Kristen Oesch are nurse practitioners primarily offering women and children’s health care. Walk-in appointments are available Monday through Friday, 8:30 am – 4:30 pm and Saturdays from 8:00 am – noon.
In October 2004, Callaway Community Hospital was purchased by its current owners, Sunlink Healthcare, an Atlanta, Georgia based for profit company. Since acquiring the hospital, Sunlink has provided numerous upgrades to the building, purchased state of the art equipment, and provided funding for specialized services. Since 2004, Callaway Community Hospital has recruited numerous primary care and specialty care physicians to meet the medical needs of the community.
In addition to offering specialty clinics, Callaway Community Hospital also accepts orders from physicians in surrounding communities for outpatient diagnostics such as x-rays and lab work. Results will be sent to the ordering physician. This convenient service allows County residents the opportunity to save money and time by not having to drive out of town or having to change doctors.
Callaway Community Hospital is supported by a local advisory Board of Trustees whose mission is to provide the highest standards of professional healthcare services to rural communities. Worth special mention is the Hospital’s Auxiliary, which was established in 1955. This group of dedicated individuals provides the hospital a gift shop that supports annual scholarships to area healthcare students and funds selected hospital projects and equipment.
