Dexter, Missouri - Michelle Hanner, Executive Director, of the Golden Living Center in Dexter, Missouri announced Dr. Fred Uthoff as their new Medical Director. 

The Golden Living Center hosted a "Meet and Greet" for the new Director by serving wonderful hors d'oeuvres, cheeses and wine.  They have a fine chef who prepares the menus and he did an excellent job being host for the event. 

Dr. Uthoff , originally from Charleston, Missouri but has been practicing medicine in Sikeston for over 18 years.  He is currently with Missouri Delta Physician Services and is board certified in Internal Medicine.  He graduated in 1991 from the University of Health Sciences - College of Osteopathic Medicine, Kansas City, Missouri. 

Mrs. Hanner stated, "We are so very excited to have him aboard.  The quality of healthcare is extremely important and we feel Dr. Uthoff will be a great asset to The Golden Living Center."

The Golden Living Center is a beautiful long term care facility.  It was originally built in 1962 as the hospital for Dexter and was also a fall-out shelter.  In 1968 it was converted to a long term care facility and now has a board of directors made up of physicians. 

The Golden Living Center highly values integrity and accountability.  They believe in sharing their passion for excellence and to be uncompromising in delivering quality care to their residents.  It is truly a magnificent place.

Dr. Uthoff said, "This will be a new and exciting challenge for me.  I have worked with Michelle before and I know we will be good together."  He will be focusing on the residents and their care; however he will also be on call, helping with administrative duties and will also consult on the safety of the residents and staff.

Dr. Uthoff is dedicated to providing patients the highest level of care and compassion.