Category: General News

Murray-Calloway County Hospital is pleased to welcome Candace Dumas, APRN as a hospitalist.

Dumas obtained her Master of Science in Nursing from Chamberlain University and her Bachelor of Nursing from Grand Canyon University. She completed her undergraduate degree from Sacred Heart University in Connecticut in Exercise Science and her Master of Exercise Science and Health Promotion from California University of Pennsylvania.

Dumas formerly worked as an APRN with a pulmonary group in Hopkinsville, KY. She is beginning a Doctoral program, focused in Acute Care starting in January 2022, through the University of Southern Alabama.

In her spare time, she enjoys reading and camping. Dumas, her husband and son reside in Hopkinsville, KY.

Murray-Calloway County Hospital (MCCH) is pleased to welcome Nick Johnson, APRN, to West Kentucky Surgical and Bariatric Solutions.

Johnson obtained his Master’s degree from Chamberlain University and his undergraduate Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Murray State University.  He had wanted to return to Murray State for his advanced degree but with having a large family and the need to continue working full-time, Chamberlain was a better fit.

He has worked as a Registered Nurse in the Surgery Dept. at MCCH since 2010 in various roles including a Registered Nurse on the med/surg unit, in the role of the circulating nurse in surgery, as well as, in outpatient surgery and in the post-anesthesia care unit.  Before his time as a RN he worked as an ED technician beginning in 2008.

He enjoys activities with his family, and now that his studies are complete he will get used to having spare time again. Nick is married to Corrie and they have 5 beautiful daughters that provide them with an abundance of laughs and good times as well as keeping them very busy.

“I’ve been with MCCH since 2008 and in that time have worn many hats and worked in several departments alongside many terrific people. While working through my graduate studies I’d considered the possible need to relocate as there have been many wonderful new NPs and PAs to come on board and fill many openings, and I’m very thankful to MCCH and Dr. Swain for choosing me to continue my career here at home.”

MCCH would like to welcome back Alison Sasseen, APRN, as a part of the team at Oncology and Hematology of Murray. Sasseen will be providing direct patient care to patients within our region.

Sasseen comes to MCCH after serving at various healthcare facilities in the region, including Baptist Health Medical Group Hematology Oncology as a nurse practitioner, Jackson Purchase Medical Center as a nurse practitioner in the Emergency Department and Marshall County Hospital as a registered nurse in the emergency room and intensive care unit.

A graduate of Murray State University with a Masters of Science in Nursing, Sasseen also holds a Bachelors of Science in Nursing from Murray State University and has 17 years of experience in hematology and oncology.

Located in the North Tower, Oncology & Hematology of Murray offers treatment for a wide array of cancers, as well as benign hematological conditions.

Murray-Calloway County Hospital is pleased to welcome Sarah LaShae Petty, DNP, APRN, FNP-BC, to Murray Medical Associates.

Petty obtained her Doctor of Nursing Practice and completed her Advanced Practice Registered Nurse in August of 2019, as well as her Registered Nurse degree in 2015 from Murray State University.

She most recently worked as an APRN in the Primary Care area of practice and has now joined Murray Medical Associates to work in a similar capacity.

In her spare time, she enjoys camping, crafting, and traveling.

McClard obtained his Bachelor of Science in Biology from Murray State University and continued his education by completing his Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies from the Bethel University Physician Assistant Program.

He has worked as a CNA at Spring Creek Health Care Nursing and Rehab and has done several rotations in Family Medicine, Emergency Medicine, OB-GYN, General Surgery, Orthopedics, Pediatrics, and Internal Medicine.

He is married to Alex Arnett from Calloway County, lives in Lynn Grove, and they attend Journey Church in Murray. In his spare time, he enjoys hanging out with friends and family, hunting, and football.

Murray-Calloway County Hospital is pleased to welcome Whitney Pugh,
PA-C, to Women’s Health of Murray.

Pugh obtained her Bachelor of Science in Health and Human Performance where she graduated from the University of Tennessee at Martin. She went on to complete her Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies from the Bethel University Physician Assistant Program.

She has worked as a Physical Therapy Technician and has done several rotations in Family Medicine, Emergency Medicine, OB-GYN, General Surgery, Orthopedics, Pediatrics, and Internal Medicine.

She is married to her husband, Evan, and is from Paris, Tennessee. In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with her family and friends, cooking, and being at Kentucky Lake.  Her favorite part of working in Murray is the huge support of the community, the cute, local shops, and the sweet people that she works with.

Murray-Calloway County Hospital is pleased to welcome Angela Acree, APRN, to Murray Cardiology Associates.

She obtained her Master of Science in Nursing from Chamberlain University where she was a member of Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing and her undergraduate degree from Indiana Wesleyan University.

She currently works as a Registered Nurse (RN) in the Labor and Delivery department at Murray-Calloway County Hospital and will be transferring to work at Murray Cardiology Associates on November 29^th.

In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with her family, traveling, and attending her daughters sporting events. She lives in Cadiz with her husband Aaron and her daughter Aliviah.

Murray-Calloway County Hospital is pleased to welcome Christina Darnell, MSN, FNP-BC, to Women’s Health of Murray.

She obtained her Master or Science in Nursing from Chamberlain University where she graduated Cum Laude and was on the Dean’s list, and received her undergraduate degree from Murray State University.

She currently works as a Registered Nurse (RN) at Fresenius Kidney Care in Murray and has been at RN on a Medical Surgical Unit as well as a CNA at Spring Creek Healthcare.

She is married to her husband of eight years Matt and they have two boys, Max and Ty. In her spare time, she enjoys trips to the park with her boys, gardening and visiting the beach.

Murray Pediatrics will be hosting a Flu Shot Clinic on Wednesday, October 13^th from 4:00 pm -5:30 pm in the Murray Pediatrics office, located in Suite 208 East of the Medical Arts Building. Appointments for the shot clinic are required. To schedule, call 270.759.9223.

Parents who would like their children to receive the flu shot should schedule an appointment. At the time of check-in, parents should present their insurance card and have proper identification available. Most insurances will pay for the vaccine. The flu shot is available for anyone 6 months to 18 years of age.

For additional information, please contact Marketing at 270.762.1381

Murray-Calloway County Hospital & The Center for Rehab and Sports Medicine recently celebrated the outstanding services provided by their team of rehabilitation professionals. “We want to express appreciation for the therapy experts and assistants who work as physical, occupational, and speech therapists,” said Keena Miller, Director of Rehabilitation Services.

Rehabilitation therapists need both a thorough knowledge of the human body and the right mix of patience and understanding. Their expertise continues to expand, and they work with physicians, nurses, pain management professionals, exercise specialist and other health care professionals to provide a comprehensive plan, which encompasses the full continuum of care for each patient. Therapists not only treat a patient’s injury or illness, but also help to prevent injuries in athletes and employees.

Patients at MCCH share they experience great outcomes from therapy:

“I was very impressed with the therapists. Everyone listened to my concerns and always checked with how I was doing and supported me.”

“Easy to get appointments and change them if needed. It was a good experience and encouraged me to do my best.”

MCCH Chief Operating Officer, John Wilson also expressed his gratitude for the rehabilitation team, “We are very proud of all of our therapists and give them a big THANK YOU for all they do!”

For more information about Rehabilitation Services offered at MCCH, visit our web site at www.MurrayHospital.org or contact Planning & Marketing at (270) 762-1382.