Join us in welcoming our new Chief Financial Officer, Clint Reynolds! Clint brings a wealth of experience and expertise to RCH. He received his Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of Northern Iowa and an MBA from Upper Iowa University. With 20 years of experience in human services and over 15 years in
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Communication and Swallowing Disorders Common in Adults
Mt. Ayr, Iowa, May 2024 – With speech, language, and swallowing disorders common in adults following stroke, head and neck cancer, and a variety of other illnesses and injuries, Mt. Ayr based Speech-Language Pathologist, Jill Savage (MA CCC/SLP), encourages residents to learn the signs and seek an evaluation, if they have concerns about themselves or
Read MoreNow Accepting 2024 DAISY Nominations
RCH is currently accepting nominations for the 2024 DAISY Award! Have you witnessed an extraordinary, skilled, and compassionate nurse at RCH? Do you want to express your gratitude? Share your story and nominate them for the DAISY Award! Nomination forms can be picked up in the hospital’s lobby or by visiting the link here. The
Read MoreRCH Hosting EMS & Rural Healthcare Provider Refresher Courses
CLICK HERE TO RSVP BY MARCH 13 RCH is hosting a day-long event of refresher courses for EMS and Rural Healthcare Providers on Wednesday, March 27, 2024. This event will be held in the RCH Training Room (Old Medicap) from 0900-1630. Janet Taylor (BSN CEN CRFN CCEMT-P) will be on site to provide in-person training on various
Read MoreRinggold County Hospital Adds Behavioral Health Provider
Ringgold County Hospital is proud to announce the addition of a new behavioral health provider, Rebecca DeVine, DNP, ARNP, PMHNP-BC. DeVine, a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner, will provide psychiatric evaluations with a focus on medication management, along with ongoing treatment. DeVine joins Ringgold County Hospital through a partnership with Integrated Telehealth Partners (ITP)
Read MorePneumonia Treatment Options You Should Know About
Pneumonia is one of the most common and potentially life-altering respiratory diseases worldwide. The very young, elderly, and those who are immunosuppressed catch the causative agents most frequently and are most at risk for complications. Let’s talk about pneumonia, available treatment options, and where you can go for comprehensive respiratory care in Mount Ayr, IA.
Read MoreFast Facts About DOT Physicals
If you want to drive a large commercial vehicle for a living, you must first obtain a commercial driver’s license (CDL) and a valid Department of Transportation (DOT) medical card, which can only be issued once you have successfully passed a DOT physical. What’s more, you will need to have a DOT physical every one
Read MoreOrthopedic Surgeons: Who Are They?
If you are suffering from an orthopedic injury or condition, you might first consult with your primary care physician. In most cases, however, your doctor will refer you to an orthopedic surgeon – and here’s why. Orthopedic surgeons are doctors who specialize in the musculoskeletal system – namely, your bones, joints, ligaments, tendons, and muscles,
Read MoreHow To Choose The Right Physical Therapist
If you have recently undergone surgery or have sustained an injury, accident, or illness, physical therapy can play a vital role in reducing your pain and restoring your mobility during the healing process. First, however, you need to find the right certified physical therapist (PT) to ensure the most successful recovery. Where do you start
Read MoreHow a Physical Therapist Can Help You
For some conditions, your doctor recommends you undergo a physical therapy program. That’s a great idea because physical therapy treatments assist people of all ages in their recovery from and managing a wide array of injuries, surgeries, and ongoing medical conditions. Let’s talk about some of the many ways a physical therapist can help you
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