NEWTON, Kan., (November 25, 2024) – NMC Health is proud to announce that Wesley Goodrich, DO, MPH, who practices at NMC Health Family Medicine in Valley Center, has been honored with the 2024 Outstanding Resident of the Year Award by the Missouri Academy of Family Physicians (MAFP)(see attached MAFP press release). This accolade was presented to Dr. Goodrich during the Academy’s 76th Annual Meeting, held on November 8, 2024, at the InterContinental Kansas City at the Plaza.
A recent graduate of the University of Missouri Kansas City Family Medicine Residency Program, Dr. Goodrich was selected for this prestigious award by a committee of esteemed family physicians, based on nominations from patients, community members, and fellow physicians. The MAFP Outstanding Resident of the Year Award recognizes a graduating Missouri resident who epitomizes exemplary patient care, leadership, community commitment, academic contributions, and dedication to the field of Family Medicine.
“We are incredibly proud of Dr. Goodrich for receiving the 2024 Outstanding Resident of the Year Award. His unwavering dedication to patient care and his leadership in family medicine are truly inspiring. Dr. Goodrich exemplifies the values we hold dear at NMC Health, and we are proud to have him as part of our family. We look forward to his continued contributions to our community and the field of medicine,” said NMC Health President and CEO Val Gleason.
Described as selfless, energetic, and committed, Dr. Goodrich leads by example, inspiring those around him with a positive attitude and unparalleled dedication. His contributions to the MAFP as the resident director on the board of directors have had a profound impact, showcasing his commitment to the betterment of others in various settings, whether in a clinic, at a meeting, or in personal interactions.
NMC Health is delighted to have Dr. Wesley Goodrich as part of our team and congratulates him on this well-deserved recognition. We are confident that his commitment to patient care and community service will continue to have a lasting impact in the Valley Center area and beyond.
Dr. Goodrich is accepting new patients. For more information about his practice at NMC Health Family Medicine – Valley Center, please visit https://www.mynmchealth.org/valley-center or call 316.755.1511.
About the Missouri Academy of Family Physicians (MAFP)Founded in 1947, the MAFP represents over 2,300 physicians and medical students nationwide. It is the only medical society devoted solely to primary care. Headquartered in Jefferson City, MAFP is dedicated to optimizing the health of patients, families, and communities of Missouri through patient care, advocacy, education, and research. The MAFP is the state chapter of the American Academy of Family Physicians, which represents 129,600 physicians and medical students nationwide and is located in Leawood, Kansas.
