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5/15/2013
Steven Baskerville, MD, Returning to Avera Medical Group Lakes Family Practice
Steven Baskerville, MD, will return to family practice at Avera Medical Group Lakes Family Practice ...more
5/13/2013
Advance Directives: Ensuring Healthcare Desires are Respected
If you become unable to make healthcare decisions due to serious medical conditions, will you ...more
4/25/2013
County Rankings Show Success to Build Upon
A new report from the University of Wisconsin Population Health Institute ranks Dickinson County ...more
4/19/2013
LRH Recognizes Volunteers
In acknowledgement of April 21 through 27 as National Volunteer Week, Lakes Regional Healthcare ...more
1/21/2013
New Requirement for Secondary School Students to Receive Immunization Against Pertussis
The Iowa Department of Public Health (IDPH), Bureau of Immunization will require tetanus, ...more
1/2/2013
LRH Looking for Additional Hospice Volunteers
For over ten years Lakes Regional Healthcare (LRH) has provided care locally to terminally ill ...more
11/12/2012
LRH Adds Optifast Weight Loss Program
Lakes Regional Healthcare (LRH) took another step toward improving the health and wellness of ...more
11/9/2012
LRH to Offer Free Diabetic Presentation
Lakes Regional Healthcare (LRH) is hosting an upcoming presentation on managing diabetes through ...more
9/17/2012
Avera Medical Group and LRH Collaborate to Receive Provider-Based Clinic Status
Avera Medical Group Lakes Family Practice and Avera Medical Group Spirit Lake Medical Center became ...more
8/17/2012
LRH Foundation to Host Grape Escape Wine Dinner and Auction
Lakes Regional Healthcare (LRH) has been the birthplace of many Iowa Great Lakes residents for over ...more
7/30/2012
Kelli Roenfanz, D.O., Joining Avera Medical Group Lakes Family Practice
Kelli Roenfanz, D.O., a new family practice physician at Avera Medical Group Lakes Family Practice, ...more
7/2/2012
Hot Weather May Bring Heat Related Illnesses
Hot and humid temperatures pose several heat related illnesses. Lakes Regional Healthcare (LRH) ...more
6/8/2012
LRH to Offer Free Diabetic Foot Care Presentation
Lakes Regional Healthcare (LRH) and Northwest Iowa Bone, Joint & Sports Surgeon podiatrist Tim ...more
5/11/2012
LRH to Host Emergency Medical Services Week Activities
In recognition of National Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Week, Lakes Regional Healthcare’s (LRH) ...more
4/5/2012
Spirit Lake Selected for Site Visit in Effort to Become a Blue Zones Community
Spirit Lake Blue Zones representatives received word yesterday from Wellmark® Blue Cross® and Blue ...more
3/26/2012
LRH Looking for Additional Hospice Volunteers
For over ten years Lakes Regional Healthcare (LRH) has provided care locally to terminally ill ...more
3/12/2012
Zimmerman Earns Professional Certification
Holli Zimmerman, Lead Patient Registration Representative at Lakes Regional Healthcare, recently ...more
2/27/2012
LRH to Offer Free Diabetic Management Presentation
Lakes Regional Healthcare (LRH) is offering an upcoming presentation on the Seven Habits of Highly ...more
2/24/2012
New Electronic Health Record in LRH's Emergency Department to Improve Patient Safety and Outcomes
Lakes Regional Healthcare (LRH) recently transitioned to a completely electronic health record in ...more
2/21/2012
Diabetic Education Available at LRH
The statistics are sobering – nearly nine percent of adults in Dickinson County have diabetes, ...more
2/20/2012
LRH's New Outpatient Center to Host Open House February 28
Staff at Lakes Regional Healthcare (LRH) have been busy reorganizing and consolidating their many ...more
2/13/2012
Steven Vander Leest, DO, Joins Avera Medical Group Lakes Family Practice
Steven Vander Leest, D.O., a new family practice physician at Avera Medical Group Lakes Family ...more
2/13/2012
Spirit Lake Still in the Running to be a Blue Zones Community
Since October, over 900 communities across Iowa have taken efforts to be selected as one of 10 Blue ...more
2/3/2012
LRH Creates $17.5 Million Impact on Local Economy
Lakes Regional Healthcare (LRH) generates 442 jobs directly and indirectly that add $17.5 million ...more
1/4/2012
LRH Welcomes First Baby of 2012
Congratulations to Jennifer and Moses Astello of Estherville. They are the proud parents of Sophia ...more
12/28/2011
LRH Hospice Volunteer Honored
Lakes Regional Healthcare Hospice volunteer Jeff Johnson was honored for his work in hospice at the ...more
12/1/2011
It's' Not Too Late for That Flu Shot
Dickinson County Public Health (DCPH) joins the Iowa Department of Public Health and the Centers ...more
11/21/2011
Pool Therapy Added to LRH's Comprehensive List of Rehabilitation Services
Lakes Regional Healthcare’s (LRH) growth in rehabilitation services has continued once again. Just ...more
11/11/2011
Community Invited to Attend Blue Zones Summit
In August, Iowa Governor Terry Branstad announced a plan to make Iowa the Healthiest State by the ...more
11/7/2011
LRH Hosting 3rd Annual 5K Fun Run/Walk
Lakes Regional Healthcare (LRH) is hosting its third annual “Hold it for the Holidays” 5K fun ...more
10/25/2011
LRH Staff Earn Certification for Healthcare Leadership Educational Series
Three of Lakes Regional Healthcare’s (LRH) leadership team were recently recognized at the Iowa ...more
10/17/2011
In October, Think Pink for Breast Health
October marks National Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Since the program began in 1985, mammography ...more
10/5/2011
Help Now to Make the Iowa Great Lakes a Blue Zones Community
In August, Iowa Governor Terry Branstad announced a plan to make Iowa the Healthiest State by the ...more
9/30/2011
Additional Flu Shot Clinics Scheduled for October
Dickinson County joins the Iowa Department of Public Health (IDPH) and the Centers for Disease ...more
9/13/2011
Flu Shot Clinics Scheduled
Flu shots are now available through Dickinson County Public Health (DCPH) in Milford. Due to the ...more
8/8/2011
Another New Physical Therapist Providing Care at LRH
Lakes Regional Healthcare (LRH) is happy to announce their newest member to their Rehabilitation ...more
8/1/2011
New MRI Ready for Patients
Lakes Regional Healthcare (LRH) recently installed a new magnetic resonance imaging system (MRI) ...more
7/18/2011
Osteoporosis Major Health Problem Among Aging Adults
Nearly one in two women and one in five men 65 years of age and older sustain bone fractures caused ...more
7/15/2011
Stress Levels Also Rise with Flood Waters
Floods can disturb our everyday lives in many ways, including the water we drink, the homes we live ...more
7/15/2011
Recommendations for Water Consumption During Flood
Flood conditions combined with hot and humid temperatures call for the need to consider water ...more
7/15/2011
Hazards of Flooded Private Sewage Systems
Flooding of a private sewage system can be a hazardous situation for homeowners. It may lead to a ...more
7/15/2011
Hazards of Flooded Private Sewage Systems
Flooding of a private sewage system can be a hazardous situation for homeowners. It may lead to a ...more
7/15/2011
Opportunities to Learn about Joint Replacement Surgery Abound at LRH
Many people planning to undergo surgery are a bit nervous, mainly because they don’t know what to ...more
7/15/2011
Immunization Recommendations During Floods
People commonly ask about the risk of tetanus and hepatitis during floods. According to Dickinson ...more
6/27/2011
LRH Implements eER Technology
Lakes Regional Healthcare (LRH) took another step to provide patients with the best care via the ...more
6/3/2011
LRH Has New Therapy for Those with Poor Circulation
Staff at Lakes Regional Healthcare (LRH) sees it often – people experiencing pain or slow healing ...more
5/23/2011
LRH Foundation Receives Donation to Help Cancer Patients
Lakes Regional Healthcare Foundation recently received a donation for nearly $3,600, to be used to ...more
5/19/2011
LRH Partnering with Bedell Family YMCA to Improve Health of its Employees and Their Families
When Lakes Regional Healthcare (LRH) says their mission is to improve the health and well-being of ...more
5/2/2011
Oncology on Canvas Art Exhibit on Display at LRH
Lilly Oncology on Canvas, an art exhibition honoring the journeys people face when confronted by a ...more
4/14/2011
LRH Building Renovations to Begin in May
Lakes Regional Healthcare’s (LRH) Board of Trustees has approved proceeding with a $1.7 million ...more
4/12/2011
Occupational Therapy Helps Patients Become Self-Sufficient, Restore Lost Function
While many of us take everyday activities such as cooking a meal or buttoning a shirt for granted, ...more
4/1/2011
LRH Offering Free Stress Screenings, Stress Management Therapies
It seems most of us get caught in a whirlwind of activities and responsibilities with work, home, ...more
3/21/2011
Lifeline Program by LRH Enables Independent Living
Falling is a big threat to independent living for many people, especially senior citizens. ...more
2/22/2011
LRH Hospice Volunteers Honored
Lakes Regional Healthcare Hospice volunteers Mavis Bonnstetter and Marlys Scherlin were honored for ...more
2/1/2011
Arterial Life Saving Screens at LRH
American Heart Association research shows that one in three Americans has one or more type of ...more
1/17/2011
Dickinson County Residents Urged to Participate in Live Healthy Iowa 100 Days Wellness Challenge
Several area organizations collectively known as Priority One that are dedicated to positively ...more
12/27/2010
New "Gatorade Prep" Improves Colonoscopy Process
The preparation process for colonoscopies at Lakes Regional Healthcare (LRH) just got easier. LRH ...more
12/20/2010
High Definition Surgery at LRH
Surgeries at Lakes Regional Healthcare (LRH) have recently become high definition. All surgical ...more
12/13/2010
"New Year, New You" Weight Management Program Offered
Across the United States, the incidence of Americans being overweight or obese is increasing at a ...more
12/7/2010
Another Flu Shot Clinic Scheduled
Dickinson County Public Health (DCPH) has scheduled another flu shot clinic for December 29 from ...more
11/4/2010
More Flu Shot Clinics Planned
Dickinson County Public Health (DCPH) has scheduled more flu shot clinics. Two vaccination clinics ...more
11/1/2010
Image-Guided Interventional Pain Management Services Now Offered at LRH
Lakes Regional Healthcare (LRH) recently expanded its radiology coverage. Dr. Myerly, who has ...more
10/29/2010
Additional Radiologists Join the Medical Staff at LRH
Radiologists Dr. Charles Crouch, Dr. Paul Skopec, and Dr. Casey Shaffer recently started providing ...more
10/21/2010
Additional Flu Shot Clinics Scheduled
Dickinson County Public Health (DCPH) has scheduled more flu shot clinics. Two vaccination clinics ...more
10/18/2010
LRH Accredited for Digital Mammography
Lakes Regional Healthcare’s (LRH) digital mammography program recently underwent a successful “no ...more
10/11/2010
LRH to Purchase New MRI, Only Wide-Bore MRI in NW Iowa
Lakes Regional Healthcare’s (LRH) Board of Trustees approved the purchase of a 1.5 Tesla wide bore ...more
10/4/2010
New Therapists, Expanded Hours at LRH
Lakes Regional Healthcare (LRH) recently contracted with new physical and occupational therapy ...more
9/28/2010
Flu Shot Clinics Scheduled
Flu shots are now available through Dickinson County Public Health (DCPH). DCPH Manager Mary ...more
9/20/2010
LRH and Avera Medical Group Working to Recruit New Physicians
The healthcare needs of the Iowa Great Lakes region have grown, and as a result of this trend and ...more
9/9/2010
LRH Offering State-of-the-Art Technology for Critical Care Patients
Lakes Regional Healthcare (LRH) now offers state-of-the-art technology that allows critical care ...more
8/23/2010
Free Sports Injury Clinic This Fall
Orthopaedic surgeon John Leupold, M.D. is offering a Sports Injury Clinic August 28 through October ...more
7/26/2010
Expansion of Orthopaedic Program at LRH in Process
The orthopaedic program at Lakes Regional Healthcare (LRH) is expanding to meet the needs and ...more
7/26/2010
Veggie Protein Power Presentation on August 3
Vegetarian diets are becoming increasingly popular. Plant-based diets can be healthier than ...more
7/6/2010
LRH, Dickinson County Community Gardens to Offer Nutrition Presentation
The summer season brings an abundance of fresh fruits and vegetables and an increased awareness of ...more
6/14/2010
Harrington Earns Top Healthcare Management Credential
Jason Harrington, FACHE, President and CEO, Lakes Regional Healthcare, Spirit Lake, Iowa recently ...more
5/14/2010
LRH to Hold Ambulance Open House May 22
In recognition of National Emergency Medical Services Week, Lakes Regional Healthcare’s (LRH) ...more
5/10/2010
LRH to Hold Cancer Walk for Hope June 5
Nearly 16,000 Iowans are diagnosed with cancer each year. The emotional and physical turmoil the ...more
4/19/2010
LRH Now Provides Screening Exam for Peripheral Arterial Disease
LRH now offers a new screening exam to detect Peripheral Arterial Disease (PAD), a serious but ...more
4/5/2010
Occupational Therapy Helps Individuals Live Life to Fullest
While many of us take everyday activities such as cooking a meal or buttoning a shirt for granted, ...more
3/15/2010
FAN Camp Newest Addition to Camp Foster Roster
Across the United States, the incidence of Americans being overweight or obese is increasing at a ...more
3/15/2010
LRH Hospice Volunteer Honored
Lakes Regional Healthcare Hospice volunteer Carol Herzog was recently honored for her work in ...more
3/8/2010
Fruits and Vegetables: More Matters
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) launched a public health campaign a few years ...more
3/2/2010
LRH Dietitian Tells How to Read a Food Label
Reading food labels can be challenging even for the savviest of shoppers. The food label is ...more
2/17/2010
Diet Tips for a Healthy Heart
Good nutrition is one component of a heart healthy lifestyle. Making wise food choices not only ...more
2/15/2010
LRH Encourages Steps to Prevent Heart Disease
Cardiovascular disease is common among men and women in the United States. According to the ...more
2/12/2010
LRH ER Physician Lists Symptoms of Heart Attack
Cardiovascular disease is very common among men and women in the United States. In fact, according ...more
1/28/2010
LRH Now on Facebook
Lakes Regional Healthcare (LRH) recently joined the Facebook community with its own page, allowing ...more
1/15/2010
Spine Surgeon Joins Team at NW Iowa Bone & Joint
Spine and orthopaedic surgeon Dr. William “Will” Shaffer has joined Northwest Iowa Bone, Joint & ...more
10/14/2009
LRH Announces New Chief Financial Officer
Lakes Regional Healthcare (LRH) announced today that Steve Alger has been appointed Senior Vice ...more
8/28/2009
MEASLES CONFIRMED IN BABY THAT RECENTLY VISITED NORTHWEST IOWA
Free Measles Vaccination Clinic in Milford on Saturday
The Iowa Department of ...more
7/6/2009
LRH Dietitian Addresses Questions About Organic Foods
The summer season brings an abundance of fresh produce to the local grocery stores and markets. ...more
7/1/2009
LRH and Local Law Enforcement Held Security Drill
Lakes Regional Healthcare (LRH) and local law enforcement joined forces last week and held a ...more
6/23/2009
Prevention is Best Defense for Heat Related Illness in Hot Weather
Temperatures are expected to remain high. According to Lakes Regional Healthcare Outpatient ...more
6/8/2009
LRH Celebrating 50th Anniversary with Open House and Health Fair
In recognition of their 50th anniversary, Lakes Regional Healthcare (LRH) will host an open ...more
5/7/2009
LRH Announces New President and CEO
Lakes Regional Healthcare (LRH) Board of Trustees announced today that Jason Harrington has been ...more
5/5/2009
LRH Has Latest Innovation in Mammography
The chance of a woman having invasive breast cancer during her life is about one in eight according ...more
2/24/2009
LRH Hospice Volunteer Julie Karstens Honored
Lakes Regional Healthcare Hospice volunteer Julie Karstens was recently honored at a Hospice and ...more
1/20/2009
Orthopaedic Surgeon John Leupold, M.D. Offers Tips to Prevent Sports Injuries During Winter Games
This weekend’s University of Okoboji Winter Games festivities bring a much anticipated break to the ...more
1/12/2009
LRH Gives Advice to Stay Healthy This Winter
It’s the time of year when the number of illnesses from colds, flu, and other viruses increases. ...more
12/29/2008
Orthopaedic Surgeon John Leupold, M.D. Offers Tips to Begin and Maintain an Exercise Program
Making New Year’s resolutions has become an American tradition. If you are like millions of ...more
12/17/2008
Healthy Makeovers for Holiday Recipes and Gifts
Many people dread what they feel is the inevitable weight gain around the holidays associated with ...more
12/10/2008
Environmental and Personal Safety Measures Important to Prevent Fall-Related Injuries
Each year, one in three people over age 65 falls, causing many seniors to lose their independence ...more
11/24/2008
LRH to Offer Free Diabetic Management Presentation
Lakes Regional Healthcare (LRH) is offering an upcoming presentation on diabetes management. LRH ...more
11/3/2008
LRH Offers Breast Health Email Reminders
Lakes Regional Healthcare now offers breast health email reminders via their web site at ...more
10/28/2008
LRH Now Offers Online Patient Registration
Lakes Regional Healthcare (LRH) now offers online patient registration on their web site at ...more
10/13/2008
LRH Offers Advice Regarding Vegetarian Diets
October 1 kicked off National Vegetarian Month. According to the Vegetarian Resource Group, 2.5 ...more
8/11/2008
LRH a Safe Haven for Newborn Babies
Lakes Regional Healthcare (LRH) is a safe haven for infants under 14 days old, as designated by the ...more
8/5/2008
Fruits and Vegetables Important for Good Health
In 2005 the United States Department of Agriculture came out with a new food guide pyramid to ...more
7/29/2008
LRH Now Providing Moms-to-be 3D, Life-like Ultrasound Images of Their Child
Moms-to-be are now able to receive diagnostic ultrasounds that offer much more life like, detailed ...more
7/21/2008
Dr. Don Rodawig Medical Director of LRH Hospice
Donald Rodawig, Jr., M.D., began his tenure as Lakes Regional Healthcare (LRH) Hospice Medical ...more
7/16/2008
LRH Hospice's Janet Wackerbarth Receives Award
Janet Wackerbarth, Registered Nurse at Lakes Regional Healthcare (LRH) Hospice, was awarded the ...more
3/3/2008
Nutrition Impacts Chronic Health Conditions
March is National Nutrition Month. Nutrition has a great impact on the prevention and prevalence of ...more
11/27/2007
LRH Hospice Helps Hospice Patients and Their Families Cope with the Grief Process
At some point nearly every person is confronted with grief in one way or another. According to ...more
11/16/2007
Holiday Eating Without the Weight
For many, the holidays are a very difficult time to control body weight. Tempting treats are ...more
11/5/2007
LRH Hospice Provides Compasionate Care to Terminally Ill Patients and Their Families
Receiving high quality care through Lakes Regional Healthcare (LRH) doesn’t have to end when ...more
5/7/2007
New Vaccine to Prevent Cervical Cancer Available at DCPH
According to the American Cancer Society (ACS), about 11,150 cases of invasive cervical cancer will ...more
3/19/2007
Pulmonary Rehab Now Available at LRH
Lakes Regional Healthcare (LRH) now offers outpatient pulmonary rehabilitation, which is a program ...more
1/30/2007
Sleep Studies Now Available at LRH
Lakes Regional Healthcare (LRH) now offers sleep studies to diagnose sleep-related conditions such ...more
9/11/2006
LRH Provides Minimally Invasive, Laparoscopic Hysterectomies
Hysterectomies at Lakes Regional Healthcare (LRH) are now performed in a minimally invasive manner. ...more
8/28/2006
Technology to Diagnose Heart Disease in Early Stages Now Available at LRH
Lakes Regional Healthcare (LRH) now offers cardiac calcium scoring, which is a technology to ...more
6/5/2006
Advance Directives: Ensuring Healthcare Desires are Respected
If you become unable to make healthcare decisions due to serious medical conditions, will you ...more
4/19/2006
Light Therapy Treats Injuries and Provides Pain Relief
Lakes Regional Healthcare’s (LRH) physical therapy department recently started providing light ...more
4/10/2006
Public Health Recommends Vaccination Against Mumps
The State of Iowa has seen an increase in the number of people with mumps this year. The Iowa ...more
4/10/2006
Maximize Independence with Occupational Therapy
While many of us take everyday activities such as cooking a meal or buttoning a shirt for granted, ...more
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