Villisca Family Health Center (VFHC) and Clarinda Regional Health Center (CRHC) officials are excited to announce a new provider in the Villisca clinic. Jennifer Leonard, Nurse Practitioner has joined the clinic team and began familiarizing herself with the operations of the clinic and the community. Jennifer will be providing care at VFHC Monday-Thursday, with some early evening appointments available.
The VFHC team will be holding an open house on Thursday, April 8th from 3-4pm. Patients and community members are welcome to stop by and meet Jennifer, the VFHC team and enjoy some refreshments. Masks will be required and available at the clinic for those who might need one.
Director of Clinics, Amy Roop, shares, “We know that Effie Martinez is irreplaceable, but we took careful consideration in selecting a new provider for the clinic. We knew that we had to have someone who could provide compassionate care to our patients and be a good fit with Tom (Schmadeke, PA-C) and the Villisca Team. We are confident we have found that in Jennifer.”
Jennifer grew up in the small town of Gregory South Dakota. Her father was the town physician, which is where her love of rural medicine started. Jenn received her undergraduate degree from the University of South Dakota where she also played women’s basketball. She received her Family Nurse Practitioner from Clarkson College in 2005. Jenn has over 15 years of experience in primary care, with most of that time spent in rural areas. Currently Jennifer lives in Atlantic, Iowa with her four children. While not working they enjoy spending time outdoors and traveling.
If you have questions or would like to schedule a time to meet Jennifer in person, please do not hesitate to call the clinic at 712-826-3003.
Social Determinants of Health (SDOH)
Health comes in all forms including physical, mental, and social well-being.
You may have heard about Social Determinants of Health in the news recently and the federal mandate from CMS (Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services) regarding a Health-Related Social Needs Screening Tool……. but what is it?
This is a group of questions to screen for safety, living conditions, educational needs, economic status, access to quality healthcare, and other situations that may affect a person's overall health. Once identified, Clarinda Regional Health Center (CRHC) can assist in finding resources and help patients overcome some of these barriers.
Examples of questions you might be asked during admission may include:
Of course, a patient has the right to refuse to answer any of the questions.
If you have any questions regarding this process, please contact Maggie Brown at 712-542-8207 or mbrown@clarindahealth.com.
Sources:
Healthy People 2030 | health.gov
The AHC Health-Related Social Needs Screening Tool (cms.gov)
Social Determinant of Health: Education Is Crucial (tulane.edu)
[Clarinda, Iowa]— The Hugh and Maxine Loudon Estate contributed $750,000 to the Clarinda Regional Health Center which has been used to develop and construct a state-of-the-art operating room facility. This initiative aims to enhance healthcare services and accommodate the growing needs of the community for advanced medical care. The newly constructed operating room is equipped with cutting-edge technology and modern amenities, fostering an environment conducive to precision, innovation, and patient-centered care.
The contribution was originally made by the Loudon Estate in 2013 to assist with the construction of the new hospital. With the hospital opening in 2012 and funding needs secured, Maxine’s daughter and son-in-law, Lyn and Orville Dodd, agreed the donation could be used for future expansion projects.
The new operating room will facilitate various complex surgical procedures, enabling medical professionals at Clarinda Regional Health Center to deliver advanced care efficiently and effectively. This expansion emphasizes the collaborative efforts between generous donors and Clarinda Regional Health Center to prioritize patient well-being and elevate the standard of healthcare services in the region.
“Clarinda Regional Health Center is extremely grateful to the Loudon Family for this generous donation allowing us to remain committed to supporting initiatives that promote healthcare advancement and benefit the community at large,” stated Chuck Nordyke, CRHC CEO.
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