Legendary broadcaster Ned Reynolds partners with CoxHealth

Ned Reynolds (center) joins Jim Anderson, vice president of Marketing and Public Affairs, and CEO Steve Edwards during the Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals radiothon in late February.

CoxHealth President and CEO Steve Edwards has announced that Ned Reynolds, longtime sports broadcaster, is joining the CoxHealth team as a spokesperson.

Reynolds will serve as host for CoxHealth MedicarePlus informational seminars, providing voice-over for radio and television spots promoting Medicare meetings and annual enrollment for seniors. He will also assist with special events on topics ranging from wellness for seniors to sports medicine to CoxHealth Foundation and CMN Hospitals charities.

“Ned is an iconic member of our community,” says Edwards. “He has been immensely trusted for his sports journalism and an inspiration to me personally for his kindness, affability and character. He has lived an ethic of giving back, serving countless local charities for decades. Through his nightly telecast, I have known him my entire life and I am pleased to call him a colleague. We are deeply honored that Mr. Reynolds will represent our organization.”

“For me, it’s a personal and professional honor to be with CoxHealth,” says Reynolds. “While working with the Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals telethon once a year, I’ve been able to see its impact by watching the kids grow up and develop over the years. Now, I will see it personally and on a much more frequent basis.”

Reynolds retired as a sports announcer on KY3 television after a 48-year career. In 2001 he was inducted into the Missouri Sports Hall of Fame and received the Champion Award in 2002 from the Ambassadors of Community Health Award.

Clinic closings for Mon., Feb. 16

Due to poor weather and driving conditions, several CoxHealth clinics are closed today, or have modified hours. See the full list below:

SPRINGFIELD

Adult Medicine & Endocrinology Specialists -- close @ 3

Cassville Medical Care Associates    

Cox C.A.R.E. Mobile   

Cox Family Medicine of Monett       

CoxHealth Center Aurora     

CoxHealth Center Branson    

CoxHealth Center Campbell  

CoxHealth Center Cassville   

CoxHealth Center Chesterfield    

CoxHealth Center Elfindale   

CoxHealth Center Mountain Grove   

CoxHealth Center Mt. Vernon -- open @ 1
 
CoxHealth Center Ozark       

CoxHealth Center Republic    

CoxHealth Center Seymour  

CoxHealth Center Shell Knob

CoxHealth Center Southern Hills    

CoxHealth Center Willow Springs     

CoxHealth Infectious Diseases Specialty Clinic       

CoxHealth Internal Medicine for Women   

Diagnostic Clinic        

Family Practice and Obstetrics of Monett    

The Clinic at Walmart #444 - Campbell      

The Clinic at Walmart #86 - Kansas


BRANSON

Cox Heart Center Branson

CoxHealth Branson Hwy 248

CoxHealth Forsyth

CoxHealth Kimberling City

CoxHealth Diabetes & Endocrinology Clinic

CoxHealth General Surgery

CoxHealth Internal Medicine & Infectious Disease

CoxHealth Orthopedics

CoxHealth Pain & Neurology

CoxHealth Pulmonology & Sleep Medicine

Cox Hyperbaric Medicine and Wound Care Branson

CoxHealth Urgent Care

CoxHealth Rheumatology

Mary's Well House

CoxHealth Branson West

Upcoming classes and events at CoxHealth

Tuesday, February 10

Fatherhood: Basic Training, Suite 100, Turner Center, 1000 E Primrose, Springfield, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Expectant fathers learn infant basics from a seasoned father and professional. Topics: becoming a dad, forming a new family, birth and bonding, and caring for new mom and baby. For men only. Cost is $20 unless you have purchased a package for $85, allowing you to take as many classes as you want for one price. To purchase a package or register, call 417-269-LADY.

Prepared Childbirth: 2-night class, Suite 406, CoxHealth Outpatient Center, 545 Branson Landing Blvd., Branson, 5:30-9:30 p.m. Learn what to expect during childbirth and more in this two-session class. Plan to attend during the last month of pregnancy. Cost is $50. Register by calling 417-348-8313.
Siblings class, Room C, Cox Monett Hospital, 801 N. Lincoln Ave., Monett, 6 – 7 p.m. Siblings learn how to assist with the care of a newborn. Register by calling 417-354-1COX (1269).

Wednesday, February 11

BabySense, Foster Auditorium, Cox Medical Center South, 3801 S. National, Springfield, 6 – 9 p.m. Valuable information on basic baby care and safety, including bathing, diapering, baby proofing your home, car seat safety and more. Cost is $25 unless you have purchased a package for $85, allowing you to take as many classes as you want for one price. To purchase a package or register, call 417-269-LADY.

Craft Sale, Cafeteria meeting rooms A and B, Cox Medical Center South, 7 a.m. – 5 p.m. A portion of the proceeds benefits Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals.

Diabetes Education, Suite 102, CoxHealth Diabetes and Endocrinology, 1150 State Hwy 248, Branson, 9 a.m. – 10 a.m. For Medicaid and uninsured patients. Learn how to manage diabetes. Call 417-348-8447 to register.

Thursday, February 12

$6 Jewelry and More Sale, Cafeteria meeting rooms A and B, Cox Medical Center South, 3801 S. National, Springfield, 7 a.m. – 7 p.m. (Thursday and Friday). Jewelry, watches, scarves, wallets and more. A portion of the proceeds benefits CoxHealth Auxiliary.

Breastfeeding basics, Suite 130, The Turner Center, 1000 E. Primrose, Springfield, 6 – 8 p.m. Learn nutritional and emotional advantages of breastfeeding and how to breastfeed. Plan to attend during the last two months of pregnancy. This class costs $25 unless you have purchased a package for $85, which allows you to take as many classes as you want for one price. To purchase a package, call 269-LADY.

Explain Pain, Conference room A, 801 N. Lincoln Ave., Monett, 12 – 1:15 p.m. Learn how the brain interprets pain, how the body copes and self-management techniques. Call 417-269-INFO (4636) to register.

Parenting Strategies for the Real World, Room C300, Cox North Hospital, 1423 N. Jefferson, Springfield, 5:30 – 6 :30 p.m. Learn real world parenting strategies. Call 417-269-3275 to register.

Friday, February 13

Diabetes Self-Management Education, Room A, Cox Monett Hospital, 801 N. Lincoln Ave, Monett, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Insurance and Medicare accepted. Grant money available for Medicaid and self-pay. Call 417-354-1280 to register.

Partner Yoga Workshop, CoxHealth Fitness Center, 711 E. Miller Rd., Republic, 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. Couples relieve stress and grow closer together through partner yoga poses and relaxation. $15 ($10 for fitness center members and CoxHealth employees). Call 417-269-3282 to register.

Sewing Day, Fountain Plaza Room, Cox North Hospital, 1423 N. Jefferson, Springfield, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. Help make heart pillows for patients who’ve had open heart surgery, eye pillows and blankets for children in the hospital. Supplies are furnished by CoxHealth Auxiliary. Call 417-269-3169 to register.

Saturday, February 14

Partner Yoga Workshop, CoxHealth Fitness Center, inside the Meyer Center for Wellness and Rehabilitation, 3545 S. National, Springfield, 9 – 10:30 a.m. Couples relieve stress and grow closer together through partner yoga poses and relaxation. $15 ($10 for fitness center members and CoxHealth employees). Call 417-269-3282 to register.

Monday, February 16

Changing your Course, CoxHealth Center for Health Improvement, inside the CoxHealth Surgery Center, 960 E. Walnut Lawn, Springfield, 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. Nutrition-focused class for anyone with pre-diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol or high triglycerides. Call 417-269-4847 to register.

TIPS (Tobacco Free Individualized Program), Suite 230, CoxHealth Surgery Center, 960 E. Walnut Lawn, Springfield, 5:30 – 6:15 p.m. If you have quit using tobacco products, or almost quit, this group is for you. Support others and learn how to stay tobacco-free. Join anytime. Class is free.

Tuesday, February 17

Surgical Weight Loss Seminar, Foster Auditorium, Cox Medical Center South, 3801 S. National, Springfield, 5:30 – 7 p.m. Learn about surgical weight loss options. Free to attend. Call 417-875-3593 to RSVP.