WMMC Press Release Archive
Western Missouri Medical Center
Welcomes New Pediatrician
June 2, 2008
Victor Lovell, M.D., Jacqueline Yates, D.O., and Nedra Twillie, M.D.
Warrensburg, MO - Western Missouri Medical Center (WMMC) is pleased to announce that Jacqueline Yates, D.O., FAAP, has joined the Medical Staff. Dr. Yates will practice at Whistlestop Pediatrics with Drs. Lovell and Twillie beginning in August.
"We are thrilled to welcome Dr. Yates to WMMC," says Michael C. Misko, M.D., FAAFP, FAEP, Vice President of Medical Staff Services/Chief Medical Officer. "She is joining two outstanding providers."
Dr. Yates has practiced general pediatrics in the Lee's Summit community for the past three years. Board Certified in Pediatrics, Dr. Yates completed her Pediatric Residency training at Children's Mercy Hospital in Kansas City. Her experience ranges from performing general pediatrics to managing newborn care, including Level II newborns.
"As outlined in the strategic planning process in conjunction with the medical staff, we are building our pediatric practice to meet the growing needs of the community," says Craig J. Marks, President and Chief Executive Officer.
A native of Leeton, Dr. Yates attended the University of Central Missouri where she completed her Bachelor of Science. She earned her Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine at Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine.
Western Missouri Medical Center (WMMC) is a fully-accredited acute care facility located in Warrensburg, Missouri. WMMC prides itself in obstetrics, orthopedics, out-patient clinics, ambulatory care, rehabilitation services and emergency care. Inpatient services include medical, surgical, intensive, obstetrical, orthopedic, pediatric and skilled nursing care as well as a wide range of therapeutic and diagnostic outpatient services.