About This Page
Southwest Arkansas Regional Medical Center is proud to provide compassionate healthcare, rooted in hometown values.
This page serves as a place to share patient experiences, hospital updates, community stories, and ways to stay connected with your local hospital.
From emergency services and hospital care to clinic visits and recovery close to home, access to local healthcare impacts families across Southwest Arkansas every day. We are honored to care for our community and keep you informed about the work happening across our organization.
Upcoming Events
See what’s happening at Southwest Arkansas Regional Medical Center. We look forward to connecting with our patients, team members and the community through upcoming events.
- Community Coffee
January 27 | 9:30 – 11:00 a.m.
Hear From Our Community
Hear from patients, providers, employees, and community members about what local healthcare means to them and the important role Southwest Arkansas Regional Medical Center plays in serving Hempstead County and the surrounding communities.
Morgan Jones, wife of patient Chase Jones
My husband cut his elbow while remodeling our house and we knew he would need stitches. We debated where to go because you never know what ER wait times will be like, but we decided to stay local so we wouldn’t have to worry about childcare.
We expected to be there for an hour or two, but the entire experience only took about half an hour. From the check-in desk to the nurses and Dr. Diab, everyone was so friendly and helpful. Nurse Andy was especially kind and informative. Even though it was a holiday weekend, we received expedited service and never felt rushed. I know working in an ER must be stressful, but they made it feel like they had all the time in the world for us. From start to finish, it was a fabulous experience.
Team Spotlight
Meet the people behind your care.
Each month, we’re highlighting a member of the Southwest Arkansas Regional Medical Center team. From physicians and nurses to those working behind the scenes, every team member plays an important role in providing quality care to our community.
Scott Hughes
Registered Respiratory Therapist
This month, we are proud to spotlight Scott Hughes, Registered Respiratory Therapist! With 42 years of experience, Scott has dedicated approximately 21 years to our hospital, serving from 1985–1994 and returning in 2014. He works closely with the Emergency Department and hospitalist, assisting with cardiology, ventilator management, EKGs, and STEMI care. Having grown up in the area, he finds great reward in caring for familiar faces.
“Throughout his years as a respiratory therapist and a respiratory educator, Scott has played a vital role in mentoring countless staff and strengthening the quality of care we provide to all patients. His expertise, dedication, commitment to excellence, and willingness to share his knowledge have earned the respect of his colleagues and made him a trusted resource, making a lasting impact on our organization. We are fortunate to have Scott as part of our team,” said Patricia Messer, Director of Respiratory Therapy.
Outside of work, Scott and his wife of 34 years enjoy camping, hunting, fishing, and spending time with family. They even met while working at the hospital!
Thank you, Scott, for all you do!
Expert Care. Hometown Values.