Bates County News

Tuesday, January 21, 2025

Parelman Retires

 Bates County Memorial Hospital Celebrates Retirement of Dr. Joseph Parelman

Bates County Memorial Hospital (BCMH) extends its best wishes and heartfelt congratulations to Dr. Joseph Parelman, who officially retired on January 20 after 35 years of providing exceptional ophthalmology services to the community.

Since 1990, Dr. Parelman has played a vital role in offering cataract and other eye surgeries at BCMH, ensuring that local patients had access to high-quality care close to home. His skill and dedication have made a lasting impact on the many individuals he served throughout the years.

On his final day with the hospital, a special lunch was organized in his honor by Kristie McKee, RN, surgery department manager. BCMH’s CEO, Greg Weaver, also stopped by to personally wish Dr. Parelman a fulfilling and well-deserved retirement.

In retirement, Dr. Parelman plans to spend more time in Colorado, where he enjoys outdoor activities.

“Dr. Parelman has been an integral part of our team and our community for over three decades,” said Greg Weaver, CEO of Bates County Memorial Hospital. “We are grateful for his commitment to patient care and for the positive impact he has had on the lives of so many. We wish him all the best in his retirement and the next chapter of his life.”

Bates County Memorial Hospital thanks Dr. Parelman for his unwavering dedication to the health and well-being of our community and congratulates him on his retirement.

Learn more about BCMH services by visiting https://bcmhospital.com/





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