Mt. Ayr Community Health Clinic

04/02/2025

Occupational Therapists use everyday activities, exercises, and other therapies to help with barriers that affect a person's emotional, social, and physical needs. The Occupational Therapy team at Greater Regional Health is highly skilled in evaluating, treating, and rehabilitating many different types of conditions, helping people of all ages regain independence in all areas of life.
www.greaterregional.org/services/occupationaltherapy

03/30/2025

Mt. Ayr Community Health Clinic joins the healthcare community today in celebrating National Providers Day, a day set aside to honor the exceptional commitment and care provided by America's physicians. Thank you to the medical professionals who dedicate their lives to improving patient health!
www.greaterregional.org/providers

03/25/2025

It's not too late to sign up to participate in our Focus Groups! There will be two sessions to accommodate participant schedules: Monday, April 7th and Thursday April 10th from 11:30am-12:30pm. If you have any questions, topics, or passions about healthcare in our community, this is a great opportunity to get involved and be heard. Please call (641) 782-3874 or email [email protected] if you would like to participate!

Greater Regional Health is excited to hear what the community has to say! We will be scheduling Focus Groups to find out what you would like to see in our community. If you’re interested in sharing your feedback or participating in our focus groups, complete our survey!
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03/25/2025

The Greater Regional Surgery Center offers a broad range of specialty surgeries. Dr. Matthew Raecker from Des Moines Eye Surgeons performs cataract procedures at Greater Regional Health following a referral from an optometrist. Patients may conveniently receive their consultation, surgery, and follow-up care in Creston. Our skilled team ensures you receive the comfort you seek and the results you deserve, right here locally!
www.greaterregional.org/services/surgerycenter

03/20/2025

At Greater Regional Health, we are proud to offer a comprehensive range of services to meet the unique needs of women. Our women's health services are available to provide personalized care at every stage of life, with access to prenatal care, labor & delivery, postpartum care, family planning & birth control, gynecology services, and pelvic floor therapy!
www.greaterregional.org/services/pregnancyandbirth
OB/GYN: 641-782-3944
Family Medicine/OB: 641-782-2131

03/15/2025

80% of Americans aged 45-49 are not getting screened for colorectal cancer. Screenings should start at age 45! Colorectal cancer is the leading cause of cancer death in men under 50 and the second cause of cancer death in women under 50, but highly survivable when caught early. Contact your provider to schedule your screening appointment!
www.greaterregional.org/mtayrcommunityhealthclinic

03/11/2025

Brain Awareness Week is a great time to highlight the progress that is being made in brain research as well as progress in the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disorders of the brain, such as Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, stroke, schizophrenia, and depression. If you are experiencing a neurological condition, Dr. Julia Zhu is passionate about providing quality neurology care to the patients of southwest Iowa!
www.greaterregional.org/services/neurology

03/10/2025

Pulmonary Rehabilitation Week aims to educate the community about the role of pulmonary rehabilitation in enhancing the quality of life of individuals with chronic lung disease. Although rehab cannot cure lung disease, it can be of great benefit and may improve breathing effort and decrease breathing conditions. Learn more about how Greater Regional Health can treat a variety of lung conditions at www.greaterregional.org/services/cardiopulmrehab
www.greaterregional.org/services/pulmonology

03/05/2025

National Sleep Awareness Month seeks to promote better sleep as a way to increase overall health and well-being. Our sleep experts evaluate your current sleep habits through in-person or at-home sleep studies to provide treatment plans to help you sleep better. Most sleep disturbances and disorders are treatable so contact Greater Regional Sleep Medicine today!
www.greaterregional.org/services/sleepmedicine

03/05/2025

Mt. Ayr Community Health Clinic will be closed today (3/5/25). Please stay safe and warm!

03/04/2025

One of the hardest parts of a cancer diagnosis is waiting to talk with someone who can guide your next steps. We understand that waiting for answers or expert advice after a cancer diagnosis can feel like an eternity. Greater Regional Cancer & Infusion Center makes every effort to see new patients within 1-2 days, connecting you with one of our full-time medical oncologists. Cancer won’t wait. Why should you?
www.greaterregional.org/services/canceroncology

02/28/2025

Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH), or an enlarged prostate may cause various symptoms that can impact a man's quality of life. Symptoms may include a weak urine stream, straining to pass your urine, having to urinate often and without warning, and getting up at night to urinate. Some men may experience bladder infections or blood in the urine from an enlarged prostate as well. If symptoms are left untreated, bladder and kidney function may be impacted over time. Greater Regional Urology now provides Aquablation Therapy as a treatment option for BPH.

Aquablation is a cutting-edge, minimally invasive treatment that utilizes imaging, robotics, and a heat-free waterjet to offer lasting relief with minimal complications. Schedule an appointment with Dr. Fialkov to discuss your symptoms and which BPH treatment is best for you!
www.greaterregional.org/services/urology

02/24/2025

Pediatric ear, nose, and throat conditions are among the primary reasons children visit the doctor. Kids can suffer from a variety of ailments that may benefit from visiting an ENT specialist. Learn more at www.greaterregional.org/services/earnosethroat.

02/21/2025

Greater Regional Health would like to welcome Ruffin Tchakounte, DO, to the team! Dr. Tchakounte is a hospitalist and will see patients on the med/surg floor. Welcome Dr. Tchakounte!
www.greaterregional.org

02/16/2025

Greater Regional Health has been named a Top 100 Critical Access Hospital by The Chartis Center for Rural Health for the 7th year in a row! There are 1,371 Critical Access Hospitals in the United States, and we are among the top 100! This is a direct reflection of our staff providing outstanding care for our patients. Greater Regional Health is among the 11 named in Iowa, which showcases the high level of medical care within the state. We are privileged to be named among the best!
www.greaterregional.org

02/14/2025

Happy Valentine's Day from Mt. Ayr Community Health Clinic!
www.greaterregional.org/mtayrcommunityhealthclinic

02/13/2025

02/12/2025

Enjoy life without pain! At Greater Regional Health, our experienced orthopedics team is dedicated to helping you regain movement and live life fully. We are proud to offer Mako SmartRobotics™, a smart solution for joint pain that uses 3D CT-based planning software to create personalized surgical plans for precise joint replacements. Robotic-arm assisted joint replacement allows for greater precision, shorter recovery, and better results, getting you back to the things you love, quicker.
www.greaterregional.org/services/orthopedics