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BENTONVILLE, Ark. (July 9, 2025) – Northwest Health announced Juli McWhorter, RN, BSN, MSN, has accepted the position of chief executive officer (CEO) at Northwest Medical Center – Bentonville. Together, she and Northwest Medical Center – Springdale CEO Kory Browning will coordinate the Northwest Health market in Northwest Arkansas. McWhorter previously served as CEO at Northwest Medical Center – Willow Creek Women’s Hospital (WCWH) and Northwest Health Physicians’ Specialty Hospital (NWHPSH). With a ca... ... Read More

BENTONVILLE, AR - (July 7, 2025) – Ron Schechter, M.D., FAAOS, and board-certified orthopedic surgeon, has joined Northwest Orthopedics – Bentonville and is accepting new patients. The practice is located at 2900 Medical Center Parkway, Suite 310, in Bentonville. With 25 years of experience, Dr. Schechter offers a wide range of orthopedic services, including joint replacement for the knee, hip and shoulder, sports medicine and trauma care. Dr. Schechter earned his medical education from the University o... ... Read More

ROGERS, Ark. – The hot, sunny days of summer are a great time to jump into the water and swim your way to better health. Joy Bogart, APRN, FNP-BC, family medicine provider at Northwest Primary Care – Rogers, says swimming is easy on your joints and one of the best ways to get and stay in shape and prevent chronic disease. Cardiovascular health increases through swimming because your entire body is working against the resistance of the water, and your heart and lungs work harder to supply the necessary o... ... Read More

Northwest Health is pleased to announce the addition of Dr. Ron Schechter to its active medical staff. Dr. Schechter, a board-certified orthopedic surgeon, will be practicing at The Orthopedic Center at Northwest. With 25 years of experience, he offers a wide range of orthopedic services, including joint replacement for the knee, hip and shoulder, as well as sports medicine and trauma care. "We are thrilled to welcome Dr. Schechter to our growing team of orthopedic specialists," said Kory Browning, chie... ... Read More

SPRINGDALE, AR. (May 12, 2025) — Nettie Kinsey, FNP-BC, family medicine provider, recently joined the active medical staff of Northwest Health, practicing at Northwest Medical Plaza – Eastside and is accepting new patients. The clinic is located at 2158 Butterfield Coach Road, Suite 100, in Springdale. As a registered nurse with more than 30 years of experience, Kinsey provides family medicine care from infancy to geriatrics including sick and well visits, chronic disease management including diabetes, ... ... Read More

Northwest Health is honored to recognize National Volunteer Week, taking place April 20-26. This special week celebrates the incredible dedication of volunteers who generously contribute their time, energy and talents to help fulfill our mission of delivering quality health care to the community. "Our volunteers’ unwavering dedication and compassion make a profound difference in the lives of our patients, their families and our team members," said Juli McWhorter, administrative leader of Northwest Healt... ... Read More

Willow Creek Women’s Hospital is pleased to announce the addition of Lisa Waterman, D.O., board certified in obstetrics and gynecology to its team of health care professionals. She is accepting new patients at Willow Creek Women’s Clinic – GYN Willow Creek Drive in Springdale. As a specialized gynecologist with more than 20 years of practice, Dr. Waterman is dedicated to providing quality, compassionate patient-centered care to women of all ages. She is committed to supporting diverse communities, inclu... ... Read More

Northwest Health provided care to thousands of area residents in 2024, with 611,300 patient encounters across its network of physician clinics and other outpatient sites of care. In addition to delivering safe, quality, compassionate health care, the health system is helping those in need, supporting charitable organizations and contributing to the area economy. In its most recent Community Benefit Report, Northwest Health’s impact totaled an estimated $436 million in 2024. Northwest Health’s emergency ... ... Read More

Sarah Russell, DNP, FNP-BC, obstetrics and gynecology provider, recently joined the active medical staff of Northwest Health, practicing at Willow Creek Women's Clinic – OBGYN Willow Creek Drive and is accepting new patients. The clinic is located at 5501 Willow Creek Drive, Suite 202, in Springdale. She offers a wide range of services tailored to meet the unique needs of her patients, including well-woman care, annual exams, family planning, contraception management, prenatal and postpartum care, educa... ... Read More

SILOAM SPRINGS, Ark. (April 7, 2025) — Cassie Atkinson, P.A., obstetrics and gynecology provider, recently joined the active medical staff of Northwest Health, practicing at Willow Creek Women's Clinic – OBGYN Siloam Springs and is accepting new patients. The clinic is located at 603-2 N. Progress Ave., Suite 400, in Siloam Springs. With a commitment to providing compassionate care to her patients, Atkinson offers well woman care services including annual exams, family planning, contraception management... ... Read More