May 30, 2024 in Family Practice, News
The Importance of Having a Primary Care Provider
Do you know why having a Primary Care Provider (PCP) is important? A PCP is the healthcare expert who is there with you for the long haul—helping you maintain your health over time. They provide ongoing, comprehensive healthcare and can help you manage chronic conditions, prevent illness and provide advice...
Read MoreMay 29, 2024 in News, Parent Education & Support
Keeping Children Active this Summer
School is out, children are home and summer has started! Regional Medical Center (RMC) Parents as Teachers (PAT) encourages parents and caregivers to inspire their child(ren) to stay active throughout each day. Staying physically active throughout the day can promote growth and development. According to the Centers for Disease Control...
Read MoreMay 28, 2024 in News, Wound Clinic
RMC Wound Clinic Enhancing Treatment for Diabetic Foot Ulcers
Regional Medical Center (RMC) Wound Clinic nursing staff has earned their Master Caster Certification through the TCC-EZ Master Caster Education Program, strengthening their knowledge and practice of casting to help keep pressure off foot wounds. The TCC-EZ® Total Contact Cast System is used to treat patients suffering from diabetic foot...
Read MoreMay 21, 2024 in Emergency, News, Regional Medical Center
County Queens Donate Blankets to Regional Medical Center
During the 2023 Iowa State Fair Week, the 104 fair queen candidates participated in a blanket making workshop. Each year the blankets are donated to a healthcare facility. This year Dannielle Burkle (Delaware County Fair Queen) and Addison Gericke (Buchanan County Fair Queen) delivered the completed blankets to the Regional...
Read MoreMay 16, 2024 in News, Radiology
Starmont Volleyball Presents Donation at RMC Women’s Night
On Wednesday, May 1st, Regional Medical Center (RMC) held their annual “Women’s Night” event. This free event is made possible by the fundraising efforts of Starmont, Ed-Co and West Delaware volleyball teams. Following this year’s keynote speaker, the Starmont volleyball team presented the RMC Radiology Department with a donation of...
Read MoreMay 15, 2024 in News, Regional Medical Center
Ries Receives Iowa Hospital Education and Research Foundation Scholarship
Leah Ries, an employee at Regional Medical Center (RMC) who is studying for a Bachelor of Science in Nursing at Allen College, has been awarded a $3,000 scholarship from the Iowa Hospital Education and Research Foundation (IHERF). She is among 60 outstanding students from across the state who received assistance...
Read MoreApril 30, 2024 in News, Parent Education & Support
April is Child Abuse Prevention Month
April is designated as Child Abuse Prevention moth. There is so much importance in providing a strong environment in which a child can depend on. Unfortunately, in some situations, a negative and toxic environment for children is a reality. This type of environment can have a negative effect on a...
Read MoreApril 29, 2024 in Auxiliary, News
Pat Blakesley Receives RMC Auxiliary’s Bright Star Award
The Regional Medical Center (RMC) Auxiliary hosted their annual Spring Luncheon on Tuesday, April 23, 2024. During the luncheon, Pat Blakesley was recognized with the Bright Star Award for her dedication and commitment to Auxiliary. This award is presented annually to an Auxiliary member who has shown outstanding generosity and...
Read MoreApril 4, 2024 in News, Radiology
A Night Out for the Girls is Happening in Manchester
Regional Medical Center (RMC) will be holding their annual “Women’s Night” on Wednesday, May 1st. This is a FREE event for all women in surrounding communities. Ladies are invited to stop by the Delaware County Fairgrounds Pavilion in Manchester starting at 5:30PM. The first hour of the event, attendees can...
Read MoreApril 1, 2024 in News, Therapy Services
Pediatric Occupational Therapy Now Offered in Manchester
The Regional Medical Center (RMC) Therapy Services department is expanding by now offering Pediatric Occupational Therapy services. Using a collaborative approach, our Occupational Therapist works closely with the family and healthcare providers to maximize each child’s access, independence and participation within their daily occupations. A child’s “occupations” include playing, taking...
Read MoreMarch 26, 2024 in News, Parent Education & Support
Healthy Spring Strategies
As we enter a new season, it’s a great time to refocus on things we can do to create healthy habits for a happy/healthier life. Regional Medical Center (RMC) Parents as Teachers (PAT) are sharing the eight strategies for a healthy spring brought to you by the Centers for Disease...
Read MoreMarch 20, 2024 in News, Regional Medical Center
Preussner Achieves IHA Hospital Board Certification
Regional Medical Center (RMC) Governing Board member Bev Preussner was again recognized for achieving the Iowa Hospital Association (IHA) Hospital Board Certification. Bev has maintained this certification since 2012. This certification was designed to help hospitals use governance best practices, promote the coordination of care and make the best use...
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