Dr. John Carr, MD, will begin seeing patients at Cleveland Surgical Clinic in October 2025

Bolivar Medical Center is proud to announce the addition of Dr. John Carr, MD, a nationally recognized trauma and critical care surgeon, to its medical staff. Beginning in October 2025, Dr. Carr will be seeing patients at Cleveland Surgical Clinic, bringing over two decades of surgical expertise to the Mississippi Delta.

Dr. Carr is quadruple board-certified in general surgery, thoracic surgery, surgical critical care, and critical care echocardiography. With more than 22 years of experience in emergency general surgery, trauma care, endoscopy, and surgical critical care, he has held leadership roles in both academic and clinical settings across the Midwest.

“We are honored to welcome Dr. Carr to Bolivar Medical Center,” said Jimmy Young, CEO of Bolivar Medical Center. “His depth of experience, commitment to patient care, and national reputation in trauma and critical care surgery will be a tremendous asset to our community. We look forward to the impact he will make on the lives of our patients and the advancement of surgical care in our region.”

Dr. Carr’s arrival marks a significant step forward in Bolivar Medical Center’s mission to provide world-class healthcare close to home. His practice at Cleveland Surgical Clinic will include general surgery consultations, procedures, and critical care management.

Craig Sparks, Emergency Room Director at Bolivar Medical Center, emphasized the significance of Dr. Carr’s arrival:

“Having a physician with Dr. Carr’s background in thoracic surgery and surgical critical care is a game-changer for our emergency room and the broader community. His expertise will elevate our trauma response capabilities and ensure that patients with complex surgical needs receive the highest level of care right here at home.”

For more information or to schedule an appointment with Dr. Carr, please contact Cleveland Surgical Clinic at 662-843-3606 or visit BolivarMedical.com/Carr.