Davis County Hospital Welcomes New IT Director

Davis County Hospital (DCH) is pleased to announce the addition of Christopher Hickie to their Information Technology (IT) Department, serving as the new Director of Information Technology.

“Chris brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the team,” said Kirby Johnson, CEO. “We are excited to welcome him to our IT Department and organization.”

Christopher comes to Davis County Hospital with 18 years of extensive and diverse experience in the IT field, most recently from Mahaska Health Partnership in Oskaloosa where he has worked as the Director of Information Technology for the past three years and a Systems Analyst since 2008.

“I’m eager to officially get started at Davis County Hospital to learn more about the various healthcare service lines and community initiatives that DCH has to offer,” said Christopher. “I look forward to meeting the team of healthcare professionals and support staff that make our work so meaningful. My passion continues to be providing new and enhancing existing technology for our providers, clinicians and the entire organization so that we can provide compassionate, quality healthcare for our patients right here at home.”

Christopher, his wife Dr. Lori Hickie, and 4-year-old daughter Amber are residents of Ottumwa. When he isn’t working, Christopher is a self-proclaimed ‘foodie’ as a four time co-champion of the 25 Men Who Can Cook competition held annually in Ottumwa, does pro-am photography, still learns to play golf, and enjoys spending time with his small family.

Christopher will be joining the Davis County Hospital team on September 5th, 2017.

Kincart Physical Therapy Welcomes New Physical Therapist

Bloomfield, IA – Kincart Physical Therapy Services invites you to join them for an Open House to be held on Tuesday, March 21st, 2017 from 4:00pm – 7:00pm at Kincart Physical Therapy Services located within Davis County Hospital at 509 N Madison. Tours will be given of the department highlighting the new occupational therapy rehab space as well as the rehab pool. Everyone is welcome to attend to enjoy refreshments, learn about the new programs being offered, and help them welcome a new addition to their team- Jacqueline Wells, Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT).
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2017 Davis County Walk for Life

Plans are being made for the 2017 Davis County Walk for Life Event and 5k Color Splash Run! This Year’s walk will be held on Saturday, May 6th at the Davis County Courtyard in Bloomfield with registration starting at 9:30 a.m.  This event provides funding for mammograms for individuals who are under-insured or un-insured in Davis County.

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What’s Scarier: A Colonoscopy or Cancer?

What’s Scarier: A Colonoscopy or Cancer?

Some people hear the word colonoscopy and run the other direction. It doesn’t have to be a scary thing. It’s a common procedure that is important because it is a potentially life-saving procedure that can prevent the development of colon cancer. Colon cancer is the second leading cause of cancer deaths in the US, yet is one of the most preventable types of cancer.
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Dr. Donald Wirtanen Signs Employment Agreement

Davis County Hospital (DCH) is pleased to announce the signing of Dr. Donald Wirtanen as an employed physician in the Emergency Department. Dr. Wirtanen will be covering 24 hours per week within the Emergency Department at DCH. The remaining shifts will continue to be covered by DOCs Emergency Medicine, a contracted Emergency Room Service that services and covers emergency rooms across the greater Iowa area.
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Davis County Hospital Hires New Primary Care Physician

Bloomfield, IA – Davis County Hospital (DCH) is proud to announce the addition of Dr. Christian Sanchez, MD to their medical staff. Dr. Sanchez will be working in the DCH Medical Associates primary care clinic, the hospital, as well as local nursing facilities. He will begin his clinical practice at DCH in the early Fall of 2017.
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New OB/GYN Provider in Specialty Clinic

Davis County Hospital (DCH) announces the addition of obstetrics and gynecology physician, Ralph Boling, DO to the DCH Specialty Clinic provider group. Dr. Boling specializes in: abnormal pap smears, fertility issues, pelvis & bladder pain, abdominal pain, prolonged or excessive uterine bleeding, birth control including tubal ligation & implanted devices, and prenatal & postnatal care. Dr. Boling will see patients the first Friday of each month at Davis County Hospital.
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Davis County Hospital Announces New Provider

Davis County Hospital is pleased to announce that Haleigh Skaggs, BSN is joining the Davis County Hospital (DCH) provider group. Haleigh has worked for DCH for the past seven years in multiple positions including Obstetrics RN, Acute Care RN, and currently as a House Supervisor.
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