Thompson named new chief financial officer Cass Regional Medical Center is pleased to welcome Ronnie Thompson as its new chief financial officer, effective Sept. 18. Thompson brings nearly 25 years of financial and business experience in health care to Cass Regional. He most recently served as the chief financial officer for Centerpoint Medical Center. Prior to that, Thompson was the CFO at Belton Regional Medical Center. He holds a bachelor’s degree in accounting from DeVry University. Cass Regional volunteer Kim Chulufas and her dog, Peter, make short, in-room visits to patients at Cass Regional as part of the Pets for Life program. The program’s mission is to enhance the physical and emotional well-being of people in need of comfort through interactive visits with their certified therapy team of pets and their human volunteers. Many clinical studies have proven the significant effect animals can have on adults and children alike, and pet-assisted therapy is recognized as a valuable tool in caring for those with physical and mental health conditions. Pet therapy has been shown to lower anxiety levels and agitation, lessen depression and feelings of isolation, stimulate communication, lower blood pressure, improve cardiovascular health, and simply provide a break in routine. Most importantly, it spreads smiles through interaction with our four-legged friends. Ronnie Thompson, chief financial officer Peter, pet therapy dog from Pets for Life, Inc., visits with a Cass Regional patient. (Photo used with permission.) Pet therapy increases well-being Pets for Life, Inc., is a local, 501(c)3 nonprofit organization supported by community donations. For more information, visit kcpetsforlife.com/makeadonation. Wellness Matters | Fall 2023 3
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