Emergency Department

Emergency Room Department
(336) 593-2831, Ext. 306
Business Hours: 24/7

 

The ER is equipped to treat all ages with a wide range of medical conditions by physicians, nurse practitioners, physician's assistants and nurses certified in advanced cardiac life support and pediatric advanced life support. A triage nurse evaluates the condition of all patients who enter the Emergency Department in order to treat the most seriously ill patients first. However, all patients are seen in a timely manner. If a patient's condition can be diagnosed and treated in the Emergency Department, our emergency physicians will provide the needed care. Patients requiring further treatment may be admitted or stabilized and transferred to a higher level of care.

 

Respiratory Care

(336) 593-5337

Business Hours:
Monday – Friday 7:00am to 7:00pm

 

The Respiratory Care Department staffs Registered Respiratory Care Practitioners, licensed by the North Carolina Board of Respiratory Care. The Respiratory Care Practitioners are BLS and ACLS certified and are experienced in acute care, critical care, emergency settings and are available 24/7.

• Patient Assessment
• Patient Education
• Respiratory Medication Education
• Smoking Cessation Education
• Nebulizer therapy
• Oxygen therapy
• Breathing Retraining
• Pulse Oximetry including Overnight oximetry and Exercise Oximetry
• Airway Clearance (Chest Physiotherapy, Acapella, and Percussive Vest Therapy)
• Arterial Blood Gases and Analysis
• Pulmonary Function Tests
• Bedside Spirometry
• Emergency Airway Management
• Emergency Ventilator Management
• Bi-Level Positive Pressure (BiPAP)
• Tracheostomy Care
• Home care needs including set-up and qualification
• Pulmonary Rehabilitation Services
• Cardiac Stress Testing
• 24 hour Holter Monitoring

 

Surgical Services

(336) 593-2831, Ext 308

 

Services Include:
Surgical consults
Outpatient surgery

 

Procedures:

Cataracts
Orthopedics
Podiatry
Skin Tumors
Skin Grafts
Breast Biopsy
Simple Inguinal Hernias
Ventral or Femoral Hernias
Vasectomy
Pilonidal Cyst

 

Radiology

(336) 593-2831, Ext 305

Scheduled Appointments: Monday – Friday 8:00 am to 11:00 pm

 

Our Radiology department offers a wide range of services that will accommodate your health care needs.

Our Radiology department offers the following services:

• Diagnostic Imaging
• Diagnostic Ultrasound
• Echocardiogram studies
• Vascular studies to include carotids, arterials and venous

 

Acute Care

(336) 593-2831, Ext. 144 Phone
(336) 593-5388 Fax

 

Acute Care patients generally consist of the following diagnosis: Pneumonia, Congestive Heart Failure, Urinary Tract Infections, Polynephritis, Kidney Stones, Bronchitis, Cellulitis, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease, Asthma, Wound Care, Pain Management, Failure to Thrive, Alcohol Detoxification, Dehydration, Gastrointestinal Problems, Diabetes, Palliative Care (End-of –Life), Non Invasive Ventilation Care (BiPAP) and other generalized medical problems.

 

 

Swing Bed Program

(336) 593-5332

 

The swing bed program allows patients to remain in the hospital after discharge to enhance their recovery and rebuild strength. 24 hour care is provided by skilled and caring nurses and therapists. The hospital provides a better nurse to patient ratio than a typical nursing home or larger medical center.

 

Swing Bed patients generally consist of the following: Post Hip and Knee Surgery Recovery and Rehabilitation, Post Cerebral Vascular Incident Recovery and Rehabilitation, IV Antibiotic Therapy, Extended Wound Care Therapy, Post Feeding Tube Insertion Care, Post Acute Pre Nursing Home Placement (if requirements for admission are met), and General Rehabilitation after Sickness (if requirements for admission are met).

 

 

Laboratory

(336) 593-2831, Ext. 431 Phone

(336) 593-5373 Fax

 

Our hospital has a full service laboratory that is directed by a clinical pathologist from Pathologists Diagnostic Laboratory in Winston-Salem, N.C.

 

The laboratory is staffed by board certified medical technologists that have extensive experience in all areas of the lab and is accredited by COLA. Tests are performed in chemistry, hematology, serology, urinalysis and blood bank. Reference testing is performed by Laboratory Corporation of America (Lab Corp). Pathology and cytology testing is performed by Pathologists Diagnostic Laboratory.

 

Patients can come to the laboratory for any Physician ordered test and be confident that results will be relayed to their physician in an efficient and timely manner.

 

The laboratory is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 am till 5:00 pm for outpatients. No appointments are needed.

 

 

Pulmonary Rehabilitation

(336) 593-2831, Ext 338 Phone

(336) 593-5296 Fax

 

The primary goal of Pulmonary Rehabilitation is to help people with chronic lung disease improve their daily lives and improve or restore the ability to function independently.Anyone who has a symptomatic chronic lung disease and has difficulty completing daily activities will benefit from pulmonary rehabilitation.Patients with the following chronic lung diseases have shown to benefit from pulmonary rehabilitation:

• COPD (emphysema, chronic bronchitis, and asthma)
• Interstitial Lung Disease
• Cystic Fibrosis
• Bronchitis
• Thoracic cage deformities
• Neuromuscular disorders

 

Most insurance companies provide reimbursement for pulmonary rehabilitation. If you are interested in enrollment, please contact 336-593-2831, ext 338.

 

 

Physical & Occupational Therapy

 

We provide outpatient physical therapy to the adolescent, adult, and geriatric populations for treatment of orthopedic and neurological impairments. Emphasis is placed on full functional recovery of our patients, so they may return to their previous occupational, recreational, and family activities. Our main goal is to serve the community with the most comprehensive, cost-effective, individualized care to foster a healthy and productive lifestyle.

 

In addition to outpatient services, physical therapy/occupational therapy is offered to patients within Pioneer Community Hospital of Stokes including: Acute, Swing bed inpatients, and Skilled Nursing. Treatment consists of therapeutic exercise, therapeutic activities, massage, neurological re-Education, self-care training and gait training.

 

 

 

Structured Outpatient Program

(Outpatient Behavioral Health)

(336) 593-5288 or 593-5364 Phone

(336) 593-5361 Fax

 

Pioneer Community Hospital of Stokes offers quality adult and geriatric behavioral health services through the Structured Outpatient Program (SOP). Opportunities for positive growth and change are enhanced by our peaceful hilltop location, surrounded by views of the Stokes County mountains.

 

Our SOP program is designed to provide assistance to individuals over 40 who may be suffering from behavioral health problems, such as depression and anxiety. We offer group therapy, health education and leisure activities. Individual and family counseling is also available. Our program is staffed with a Registered Nurse, Licensed Certified Social Worker and an Activities Director.

• Daily group psychotherapy
• Evaluation by our board certified psychiatrist
• Individualized treatment planning for your specific needs
• Patient/family education about psychiatric symptoms
• Individual and/or family therapy as needed
• Relapse prevention planning
• Discharge planning
• Referral to area support groups/community resources

 

Referrals are accepted from all local physicians, county/community agencies, assisted living facilities, skilled nursing facilities, group homes, area hospitals, and self referrals. The Structured Outpatient Program is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 am until 5:00 pm. If you have a question about our SOP program or to arrange a free confidential screening, contact us at (336) 593-5288 or 593-5364.

 

 

Stokes Nursing Center

(Skilled Nursing Facility)

(336) 593-2831, Ext 200 Phone
(336) 593-5289 Fax

 

Pioneer Community Hospital of Stokes offers a 40 bed Skilled Nursing Facility which encourages the highest level of independence for all residents. The Skilled Nursing Facility offers in house physical therapy, occupational therapy and restorative programs for mobility, feeding, bladder and bowel continence.

 

Our highly skilled physician staff, nursing staff and interdisciplinary team work well together to provide quality care for all residents keeping in mind all aspects of the individual's life. Our admitting physicians to the skilled nursing facility include Dr. Samuel Newsome and Dr. David Kaplan. Families and residents are encouraged to participate in our team conferences. Dental services to our residents are provided by Dr. William Milner, DDS with Access Dental Care.

 

Services for our residents include free laundry and free beauty shop services for shampoos, cut and set with a minimal charge for permanents.

 

We have a very busy Activities Department offering crafts, movies, bingo, Red Hat Club and monthly outings. Various religious services are provided weekly.

 

Holidays and special events like birthdays and anniversaries take on special meaning for all our residents and their families. Activities are planned which include everyone that helps make our facility a friendly environment for our residents. Newsletters mailed to the families help keep them informed of the activities planned each month.

 

If you have a question about our services, feel free to call us at (336) 593-2831, Ext. 200.