Our care services include education, preventive and diagnostic care, as well as treatment and recovery, provided by a medical staff of physicians and specialists. Care provided in our medical center, as well as many of our multi-specialty clinics and physician offices, includes advanced imaging, minimally-invasive surgery and rehabilitative services.

Our healthcare team also includes skilled nurses, trained medical professionals and compassionate support staff working together to provide patient-centered care in a professional and personal environment.

Our Care Standards Continuing on with the vision of our founders, we focus on medical distinction, patient-centered care and customer service. Adhering to and following our mission and vision statements is a requirement of each member of the Merit Health River Oaks team.

One of our fundamental values at Merit Health River Oaks is our commitment to our local community. We maintain this commitment both collectively as an organization and individually in our personal contributions.

Merit Health River Oaks is proud to have served our community since 1981. Our associates, physicians and hospital volunteers continuously seek ways to provide quality care to our patients and to take important health education and awareness information out into our community.

Flowood offers a desirable quality of life supported by city leaders that continue to promote growth and development. Filled with shopping centers, restaurants, places of worship, cultural activities and thriving neighborhoods, Flowood is an ideal place to live or visit.

Flowood is recognized as one of the fastest growing communities in the state. Featuring six colleges and universities within 12 miles, Flowood is minutes from the state capital of Jackson, Mississippi.

The emergency department (ED) average wait time is provided as an informational service to the public. It is approximate, and based on a rolling average that is updated four times an hour and does not represent the actual current activity in the ER waiting room.

The ED wait time represents the time it takes from arrival until a patient is initially seen by a clinical professional (physician, physician assistant or advanced practice nurse). Patients are triaged upon their arrival in the ED. They are then seen by a clinical professional in an order based on their complaint, condition and the reason for their visit.