The Visiting Physician Clinics at Ringgold County Hospital (RCH) offer a wide variety of medical services to our patients. We offer 10 specialty services through highly qualified healthcare providers who come to our hospital multiple times per month, so you can enjoy the benefits of a big-city hospital right here in Mount Ayr. This is
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The Morning Of Surgery: Preparing For An Outpatient Procedure
The lead-up to surgery can be a daunting experience, but being as prepared as possible helps to ensure your surgery goes well and without problems. Outpatient, or day surgery, is typically for minor surgical procedures, where patients can leave the same day and don’t require an overnight stay following their procedure. Inpatient surgery is required
Read MoreWhat is Preventative Care and Why is it Important?
For many people, a trip to the doctor’s office is only warranted when they become sick and need treatment for what ails them. This reactive approach is often because they are reluctant to spend money and time on healthcare unless they think it’s absolutely necessary. However, it makes much more sense to proactively prevent a
Read MoreFrequently Asked Questions About Physical Therapy and Other Rehab Services
You’re on this page probably because you’re considering physical therapy or other rehab services for you or your loved one and are trying to gather some information that will help you in the decision-making process. To help you make a well-informed decision, here are the answers to some of the most common questions patients have
Read MoreImportance of Well-Child Check-Ups
A well-child check-up is a key part of maintaining your child’s overall health. These routine check-ups with a board-certified pediatrician aim to assess your child’s health and development, as well as identify health concerns early on. Well-child check-ups are a valuable part of preventative health care and are recommended even when your child isn’t sick
Read MoreWhy Mount Ayr Medical Clinic Is the Best Medical Clinic for You
Finding a medical clinic that offers high-quality, personalized, yet fully comprehensive healthcare isn’t always possible in rural areas like ours. But now it is: Mount Ayr Medical Clinic is nestled inside the Ringgold County Hospital, and our team offers everything you and your family would ever need in urgent care and family healthcare. We provide
Read MoreRural Hospitals: Fueling the Community’s Economy
It goes without saying that the major focus of hospitals in any rural community is on improving health-related outcomes, but at the same time, the economic contributions that rural hospitals make to their rural communities can’t be overlooked. While rural hospitals are crucial to providing quality health care to residents in rural communities, they are
Read MoreWelcome to Ringgold County Hospital Blog
Thank you for visiting our blog! We look forward to connecting with you. Ringgold County Hospital is excited to bring you the latest information about research and advancements in medicine and healthcare delivery. This blog will also be used to post updates about us, as well as to keep in touch with patients and the
Read MoreRinggold County Hospital Welcomes New CEO
Joseph Mangiameli will begin his duties as Chief Executive Officer of Ringgold County Hospital, an affiliate of MercyOne, on July 26, 2021. The current CEO, Gordon Winkler, is retiring after 34 years of service to the hospital. Joseph brings more than 20 years of health care experience to this role in both administrative and clinical
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