Wadley Regional Medical Center will now be known as Southwest Arkansas Regional Medical Center. As closure of the hospital appeared imminent, it became increasingly urgent for local officials and concerned citizens to intervene. “We have worked diligently to ensure that healthcare remains accessible to our citizens,” stated Mr. Hobbs. “Through negotiations we have ensured that payroll was met and the facility will stay open,” he added.  At the direction of Jamie Pafford Gresham, Pafford Medical Services President and CEO, the management group Progressive Health Group has been retained to assist with the transition and hospital operations. 

Pafford is dedicated to enhancing and building a solid foundation of quality healthcare by providing outstanding care and enhancing patient satisfaction. We want to bring excellent healthcare back to Hope,  back to our hometown, and back to the southwest region of Arkansas. 

We are grateful for the community’s support and guidance during this critical time and we look forward to establishing Southwest Arkansas Regional Medical Center as a foundational provider of outstanding healthcare.