NEWS & EVENTS

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Caring for Your Child’s Health, Every Step of the…

Caring for Your Child’s Health, Every Step of the…

Decatur County Hospital now offers expert pediatric care close to home …

Bringing Hope Closer to Home During Alzheimer’s & Brain…

Bringing Hope Closer to Home During Alzheimer’s & Brain…

Decatur County Hospital now offers in-house Alzheimer’s infusion services close to home …

Dr. Daniel Reinhardt

Dr. Daniel Reinhardt

Dr. Daniel Reinhardt brings advanced hip and knee replacement care to Decatur County Hospital in Leon, Iowa. …

Welcoming Pediatric Specialist Terri Sitzman to Decatur County Hospital

Welcoming Pediatric Specialist Terri Sitzman to Decatur County Hospital

Welcoming pediatric specialist bringing years of specialized experience caring for children and families to Southern Iowa. …

5 Signs It’s Time to See Our Neurologist

5 Signs It’s Time to See Our Neurologist

Headache? Dizzy? Discover the signs you need to schedule an appointment with our neurologist for expert diagnosis and care. …

What Makes Decatur County Hospital the Best Place for…

What Makes Decatur County Hospital the Best Place for…

From surgery to specialty care, Decatur County Hospital offers advanced healthcare in southern Iowa …

DCH Providers

DCH Providers

Meet the Doctors Serving You at Decatur County Hospital …

A New Approach to Healing: Dr. Reinhardt Brings Advanced…

A New Approach to Healing: Dr. Reinhardt Brings Advanced…

A muscle-sparing front approach to improve mobility, shorten recovery time, and reduce post-surgical pain. …

Removing Barriers to Care: Understanding Healthcare Transportation in Decatur…

Removing Barriers to Care: Understanding Healthcare Transportation in Decatur…

Healthcare transportation in Decatur County helps residents access care, reduce missed visits, and improve health outcomes. …

One of Only Three in Iowa: Decatur County Hospital…

One of Only Three in Iowa: Decatur County Hospital…

Not sleeping well? Discover the signs you need a sleep study and how diagnosing sleep disorders can improve your health and energy. …

6 Signs It’s Time to Get a Sleep Study

6 Signs It’s Time to Get a Sleep Study

Gynecology and gynecologic oncology services are available 3 days each month in the DCH Outpatient Clinic in Leon, Iowa. …

Cardiology at Decatur County Hospital

Cardiology at Decatur County Hospital

Learn what to expect from a heart health screening, including Holter monitors, cardiac blood tests, and preventive checkups. …

You Don’t Have to Leave Decatur County for Care.…

You Don’t Have to Leave Decatur County for Care.…

Before you travel for care, explore the specialists, surgery, ER, lab, rehab, and more available close to home at Decatur County Hospital. …

MOHs Surgery

MOHs Surgery

What is Mohs surgery? Learn how this precise skin cancer procedure works, why it’s used, and what to expect during recovery. …

Feel Confident About Cervical Cancer Care.

Feel Confident About Cervical Cancer Care.

Feel confident about cervical cancer care with clear information, early screening, and compassionate support designed to put your health first. …

Your 2026 Preventive Screening Checklist

Your 2026 Preventive Screening Checklist

Plan ahead with this preventive care guide from Decatur County Hospital. Learn which screenings, labs, and exams to prioritize in 2025. …

Jingle Bell Tree 2025

Jingle Bell Tree 2025

Do you or someone you know need help with Christmas this year? Decatur County Hospital Employee Activity Committee is now taking applications for our Jingle Bell Tree. Any family in …

Gynecologic Cancer Awareness Month

Gynecologic Cancer Awareness Month

Gynecology and gynecologic oncology services are available 3 days each month in the DCH Outpatient Clinic in Leon, Iowa. …

Rheumatology and Obesity Management Services

Rheumatology and Obesity Management Services

Rheumatology and Obesity Management services are available 18 days in the DCH Outpatient Clinic in Leon, Iowa. …

In-House MRI Services NOW AVAILABLE at Decatur County Hospital

In-House MRI Services NOW AVAILABLE at Decatur County Hospital

A NEW GE Signa 1.5T MRI Machine began operations in Decatur County on June 25, 2024. …