A fire was reported Monday evening at Spencer Hospital.
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Spencer Hospital welcomes 274 babies in 2018; Peterson couple’s baby first of 2019
“Gender equality” took on a new meaning at Spencer Hospital’s Birth Center in 2018 as exactly the same number of baby boys and baby girls – 137 of each – were born at the facility for a total of 274 babies. “It’s been a wonderful year in our birth center as our team loves the...
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New surgeon joins Northwest Iowa Urologists, P.C.
Urology specialist Dr. Charlotte Caligiuri has joined Northwest Iowa Urologists, P.C. Dr. Caligiuri will partner with long-time urologist Dr. David Christ and nurse practitioner Bobbi Honkomp in providing comprehensive urological care to patients through the Spencer-based practice and seven satellite clinic locations. “We’re pleased to welcome Dr. Caligiuri to our practice,” commented Dr. Christ. “She’ll...
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Iowa Lakes Community College recognized for perfect certified surgical tech exam pass rate
SPENCER – Iowa Lakes Community College has received the annual merit award from the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) for achieving a 100% pass rate on the Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) examination for the cycle of August 1, 2017 through July 31, 2018. Graduates obtaining national certification as a CST demonstrate, by...
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Spine specialist presents bone health information
While decrease of bone density is a natural occurrence in aging, steps can be taken to enhance bone health and decrease a person’s risk of osteoporosis-related injuries and illnesses. Dr. Dan McGuire, spine specialist with Iowa Spine Care of Spencer Hospital, will speak at a free lunch and learn event on Tuesday, Dec. 4 at Spencer...
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Spencer Hospital receives national recognition for quality and outcomes
In celebrating National Rural Health Day, The Chartis Center of Rural Health and National Organization of State Offices of Rural Health is recognizing hospitals across the country for overall excellence, including Spencer Hospital. Spencer Hospital is specifically being recognized as a top performer for its quality and patient outcomes. “Achieving top performance in healthcare quality...
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Long-Time Abben Cancer Center oncologist retires; new physician welcomed
Long-time radiation oncologist Dr. Donald Nordstrom has announced his plans to retire at the end of 2018, concluding 20 years of caring for patients at Abben Cancer Center of Spencer Hospital. In addition to his direct patient care activities covering two decades, Dr. Nordstrom was instrumental in initial planning activities when Abben Cancer Center services...
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New provider joins Milford Family Care of Spencer Hospital
Jamie Billings, Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner, has joined the staff of Milford Family Care to meet the health care needs of people in the area, from birth to geriatric services. Billings will provide general family practice including preventative care, treatment of episodic illness, physicals, chronic disease management and referral to specialists. She specializes in diabetes...
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New tablets help put young Spencer Hospital patients’ minds more at ease
Spencer Hospital’s younger patients now have a way to better relax when visiting. The Spencer Regional Healthcare Foundation recently approved the purchase of Amazon Kindle Fire Kids Edition tablets, each loaded with games, books, videos and movies. Kids now can play with the tablets while at the hospital for surgery and other services. “It started...
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Spencer Hospital nationally accredited for lung screening services
Spencer Hospital has been recognized by the American College of Radiology (ACR) as an ACR Designated Lung Cancer Screening Center. “Being an ACR Designated Lung Screening Center signifies that your facility provides these valuable screening services to your community at the highest standards of the radiation profession,” stated Scott Raber, MD, chairman of the Committee...