Building What's Next: Supporting Rural Health Care Through Facility Modernization
The South Dakota Association of Healthcare Organizations (SDAHO) is proud to recognize Journey Construction, a Premium Associate Member and trusted partner in healthcare construction.
Pink the Rink Raises Money and Awareness in the Fight Against Cancer
Dubuque Fighting Saints will be dropping the gloves in the fight against breast cancer when they host the Youngstown Phantoms at 7:05 p.m. for their annual "Pink the Rink" night, Saturday, Oct. 9, at ImOn Arena - proceeds from the 50/50 raffle benefit the MercyOne Dubuque Cancer Center.
Iowa Specialty Hospitals & Clinics Earns 2026 USA TODAY Top Workplaces Award
Iowa Specialty Hospitals & Clinics is proud to announce that it has earned the prestigious 2026 USA TODAY Top Workplaces award.
Regional Medical Center Names Glen Winekauf Chief Executive Officer
The Governing Board of Trustees of Regional Medical Center (RMC) in Manchester, Iowa announced that Glen Winekauf has been selected as the next Chief Executive Officer, effective early 2027. Winekauf succeeds Danette Kramer, who will retire from RMC in late December following a dedicated and impactful career with the rural hospital.
MercyOne Hosts Pop-Up Hiring Event for Child Development Center
MercyOne Dubuque Medical Center is looking for people who take finger painting seriously, love kids and enjoy story time to work at its Child Development Center and Preschool.
Trinity Regional Medical Center Uses AI to Catch Colon Cancer Early
In an effort to catch colon cancer early, UnityPoint Health – Trinity Regional Medical Center is using GI Genius™ technology during colonoscopies. The computer-assisted tool uses artificial intelligence, or AI, to help doctors see small or hard-to-spot polyps in real time during a colonoscopy. Finding and removing these growths early can help prevent colorectal cancer before it starts.
Lakes Regional Healthcare to Break Ground on New Emergency Department
Lakes Regional Healthcare (LRH) has begun construction plans on a new Emergency Department, replacing a facility built in 1993 that no longer accommodates the growth in patient volumes. A public groundbreaking ceremony is being planned for early November.
School-Based Behavioral Health Services Reach 33,400 Iowa Students
Behavioral health care that once required hours of travel is now available inside schools for thousands of Iowa students.
Healthiest State Annual Awards Recognize Four Iowans
The Iowa Healthiest State Initiative is proud to announce the recipients of its 2026 Healthiest State Annual Awards, recognizing four outstanding Iowans whose leadership and dedication are helping create healthier communities across the state.
Iowa Hospital Association to Honor Speaker Pat Grassley with Inaugural Healthcare Champion Award
The Iowa Hospital Association (IHA) today presented Speaker Pat Grassley with its 2026 Healthcare Champion Award during a special recognition event at Waverly Health Center. The award recognizes individuals whose leadership, partnership and commitment have made a meaningful difference in strengthening Iowa's healthcare system and supporting hospitals' ability to serve their communities.
MED Co-Founder Steffanie Holtrop Wins EmBeliever Award at The EMBES in Sioux Falls
Steffanie Holtrop, Co-Founder and VP of Sales & Marketing at MED (Midwest Medical Edition) and Publisher of 'hood Magazine, received the EmBeliever Award at The EMBES – A Tribute to Women on Thursday night in Sioux Falls.
MercyOne Hosts Walk-In Wednesday Hiring Event Sept. 30
MercyOne will host a 'Walk-In Wednesday' in-person hiring event on Wednesday, Sept. 30, from 2 to 4 p.m. This walk-in hiring event is designed to make it even easier for both job seekers and MercyOne to find the right fit. Applicants may have the opportunity to complete the interview process and receive an on-the-spot conditional offer during the event.
Dr. Ashlesha Kaushik Elected President of Iowa AAP
UnityPoint Clinic proudly announces that Ashlesha Kaushik, MD, MS, pediatric infectious disease specialist, has been elected president of the Iowa Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), marking several historic milestones for pediatric medicine and Siouxland.
UnityPoint Health Trinity Reaches 1,000th Pulsed Field Ablation Procedure
UnityPoint Health® – Trinity Heart Center has reached a significant milestone in heart care with the successful completion of its 1,000th pulsed field ablation (PFA) procedure, an advanced treatment option for atrial fibrillation (AFib.)
Business Record Readers Name Wellmark Best Health Insurer for 30th Year
For the 30th consecutive year, Wellmark Blue Cross and Blue Shield has been recognized by Business Record readers as Best Health Insurance Company. This milestone demonstrates Wellmark's ongoing commitment to serving its more than two million members as a leading health insurance company headquartered in Iowa and South Dakota. It comes at a time when employers continue to manage increasing health care costs and employees are seeking clearer, more convenient ways to understand and use their coverage.
6th Annual Gather for the Cure Set for October 18 in Davenport
In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, MercyOne Genesis and the MercyOne Genesis Foundation will host the 6th Annual Gather for the Cure on Sunday, October 18, at Scott County Park, Whispering Pines Indoor Shelter.
Iowa Hospital Association Names Brice Jager VP of Cybersecurity
The Iowa Hospital Association (IHA) is pleased to announce Brice Jager has joined the organization as vice president of cybersecurity, a newly created leadership role that reflects IHA's commitment to strengthening cybersecurity programs, services and support for Iowa hospitals and healthcare organizations.
Lakes Regional Healthcare Offers Free Medicare Guidance by Appointment
It can cost you money not to review your Medicare Part D drug coverage annually. In one hour, a Senior Health Insurance Information Program (SHIIP) counselor can complete a review and let you know if you can save money and make sure you have access to the medications you need.
The Iowa Clinic Relocates Plastic and Oculofacial Surgery to Jordan Creek Parkway
The Iowa Clinic has relocated its Plastic Surgery and Oculofacial Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery departments to a new location at 1121 Jordan Creek Parkway, Suite 180, West Des Moines, Iowa 50266.
UnityPoint Health Trinity First in Quad Cities With New AFib Technology
UnityPoint Health® – Trinity Heart Center has become the first health system in the Quad Cities to use a new FDA-approved technology to treat patients with atrial fibrillation (AFib), the most common type of heart rhythm disorder.