Ringgold County Hospital’s longest tenured employee is Chief Nursing Officer, Kathi Schuster. Like many people with a passion for helping others, she knew from the time she was a freshman in high school that nursing was going to be her career. “My mother died of a heart attack when I was 12,” said Kathi. “It’s […]
In 1949, a small group of committed citizens had the vision and the wherewithal to build a hospital in Ringgold County, and raised $26,453 in just two weeks. Exceeding the original goal of $21,000, the fundraising proved to the hospitals’ Board of Trustees that the people were sincere and enthusiastic in their determination to provide […]
Since 1998, the Mt. Ayr Medical Clinic has enjoyed a reputation for quality care so good, patients travel from outside Ringgold County just to be seen here. If you’re searching for a doctor near me or you, you’ll want to check out all the family practice providers that offer exceptional care locally. Located within Ringgold […]
We are celebrating the hard work, compassion, and dedication of nurses everywhere. Here at Ringgold County Hospital and Mt. Ayr Medical Clinic, our thanks go out to all the nurses in our hospital and clinic who care for our community every day. Each month, we’re profiling two more outstanding nurses for their contributions. Kelsey […]
Parents gazing into the face of a baby often only see perfection. As the babies grow into toddlers, they can amaze and amuse their caregivers with their antics. But alongside all the cuteness, children’s development needs to be monitored to make sure they’re on track. “Well-child checkups are so important,” says pediatrician Tabitha Wilson, MD. […]
Is your family growing this year? Expecting parents, and those who plan to be in the future, are fortunate that the Mount Ayr Medical Clinic provides family planning services including prenatal care. Join Katie Willcox, D.O. and Nurse Practitioner Erin Leonard for a short virtual question and answer session on March 2 to learn more […]
Ringgold County Hospital is celebrating the hard work, compassion, and dedication of nurses everywhere. We are especially thankful for all the nurses in our hospital and the Mt. Ayr Medical Clinic who care for our community every day. Each month, we’re profiling two more outstanding nurses for their contributions. Kris Swank grew up in Corning, […]
Ringgold County Hospital is encouraging everyone who is interested in being vaccinated for COVID-19 to contact Ringgold County Public Health at 641-464-0691. As of Monday, April 5, 2021, all Iowans age 16 and above are eligible to receive a COVID-19 vaccine. Those age 16-17 can receive only the Pfizer vaccine. Iowans age 18 and older can have the […]
Cardiologist Eric Martin, MD encourages you to keep your heart beating strong by following these healthy heart tips! • Improve your blood pressure: Have your blood pressure checked frequently by your doctor and keep a record so you can identify and track changes. • Live Smoke Free: Smoking narrows your blood vessels which can increase […]
Melissa is like most healthcare professionals. She simply wants to help patients feel better. But her patients often experience the kind of chronic pain that is debilitating and keeps them from living normal lives. “It’s so hard when patients have pain and they feel like nothing can be done,” she said. “I have friends and […]
