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H E A LT H & W E L L N E S S
In Search of Good Health nn BY JENNY O’DONLEY
Columbia area residents have access to some of the best health care in the state, thanks to top-notch medical providers, state-of-the-art hospitals and newly expanded clinics. Add to that the city’s geographic convenience and accessibility, and it’s no wonder the Columbia health care community continues to grow and thrive.
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The following are just some of the players driving positive outcomes. BOONE HOSPITAL CENTER | 1600 E. Broadway | 573-815-8000 | boone.org Located on Broadway just east of downtown, Boone Hospital Center is a 392-bed, full-service hospital that serves as a regional referral center for 25 counties in mid-Missouri. Originally built by the citizens of Boone County in 1921,
the county-owned hospital has been operated by BJC HealthCare since 1993 but will transition back to an independent community hospital in 2021. Specialty areas: Cardiology, neurology, oncology, surgery, obstetrical services, orthopedics and more. Known for: Exceptional clinical outcomes, cutting-edge technology and high patient satisfaction.
