Staff Definitions

Meet Our Health Care Team

Case Managers/Social Workers

Case managers and social workers help patients and family members deal with financial, social and emotional problems related to illness or hospitalization. They help manage long-term illnesses and rehabilitation and are involved in discharge planning.

Dietitians

A registered dietitian will review your medical record and work with your health care team to develop a nutrition care plan for you. Registered dietitians also are available to educate you about any diets you may need to follow after you are discharged.

Hospitalists

A hospitalist specializes in caring for medical patients in the hospital. Most do not have outpatient practices and are not a choice for a primary care provider after discharge.

Nurses

In each unit, a registered nurse (RN) is responsible for supervising patient care and directing nursing and support staff. RNs are assisted by licensed practical nurses, certified nursing assistants and patient care technicians.

Patient Advocate

Our desire is to resolve issues you may have as quickly as possible. If you have concerns about your treatment at Lake Regional Health System, contact our Patient Advocate at 573-348-8728.

Patient Financial Services

Patient Financial Services staff can answer questions about your hospital bill and help you interpret hospital financial policies and billing procedures. For assistance, call 573-348-8798 from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday.

Pharmacists

Your medications are dispensed by hospital pharmacists throughout your stay. They can answer any questions you have about your medications.

Rehabilitation Therapists

Our rehabilitation therapists will work with you, your family and your medical team to help meet goals of recovery. Therapy may range from brief consultation to long-term intervention, based on the extent of your injuries or illness.

Technicians and Technologists

Skilled health professionals perform and assist with laboratory and other procedures, including X-rays, mammograms, ultrasound, CT scans, MRIs, cardiac catheterization, radiation therapy and other procedures that help in diagnosing and treating your illness or injury.