Health Care


Dale Medical Center, Ozark

Dale Medical Center is an 89-bed acute care community hospital providing 24-hour emergency room service. Since its inception in 1952, DMC has grown to include an ambulatory surgery center, STATMED urgent care clinic, Therapy Plus-outpatient rehab, Community Hospice, Home Health Agency, New Vision medical stabilization unit, 10 rehabilitation beds, a 25-bed geriatric and adult behavioral health unit and multiple physician practices.

Dale Medical Center has been awarded several quality-related national designations. Dale Medical Center is recognized by Blue Cross and Blue Shield as a Tier I hospital for delivering high-quality, cost effective health care. The Studer Group recognized DMC as hospital of the month in March of 2014 for outstanding results in clinical, operational and service excellence and the 2017 Excellence in Patient Care Award. And for the past two years, the emergency department has earned the Women’s Choice Award for Best Emergency Room Care placing Dale Medical Center in the top 10 percent of emergency rooms nationally for their quality outcomes and service.

For the past 65 years, Dale Medical Center has served the citizens of Dale County and the surrounding area. Each day the staff strives to provide the very best care for their patients. “Being awarded the various quality designations is a reflection of the commitment and efforts of our physicians and staff to move our hospital to a higher level of service and care,” said Vernon Johnson, CEO.

Providence Assisted Living Community

Providence Assisted Living Community is designed for the senior in need of assistance with their activities of daily living. By eliminating the stress and expense of maintaining a home and meal preparation, assisted living offers the senior an opportunity to spend quality time enjoying family, friends and activities.

Providence staff are always available to assist with any daily living activities the senior may need to include bathing, dressing and medication management.

Residents may choose from a spacious private room or a two room suite that includes flexible service plans to provide the right amount of support, while encouraging maximum independence.

Providence Assisted Living Community is located at 171 Grimes Rd. in Ozark. For more information or to schedule a tour, call (334) 774-0364.