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Clarinda Regional Health Center Awarded Certificate of Need to Install In-House PET Scanner, Expands Radiology Services with Advanced Imaging Technology
Clarinda Regional Health Center (CRHC) is excited to announce that it has been awarded a Certificate of Need (CON) to install a permanent, in-house Positron Emission Tomography (PET) scanner. This addition will be the only in-house PET scanner in the area, bringing a new level of advanced diagnostic capability to patients throughout the region.
As part of this radiologyexpansion project, CRHC is also installing all-new, state-of-the-art MRI, CT, and Nuclear Medicine equipment. This investment underscores the hospital’s commitment to providing top-tier diagnostic services, enhancing patient access and advancing exceptional care.
With this new PET scanner and upgraded imaging equipment, CRHC patients will benefit from seamless, high-quality access to diagnostic services, eliminating the need for a mobile PET scanner, which currently visits the facility only twice a month. The in-house scanner will enable earlier and more accurate diagnosis of critical conditions, including cancer and cardiac disease, by providing flexible and timely access to essential imaging.
“This in-house PET scanner is a game-changer for our patients and the quality of care we’re able to provide,” said Chuck Nordyke, CEO of Clarinda Regional Health Center. “Having this advanced diagnostic tool on-site, along with our new MRI, CT, and Nuclear Medicine equipment, means we can offer more flexible scheduling and eliminate the wait times associated with mobile imaging services. This is a critical step forward in delivering the exceptional care that CRHC is dedicated to providing to the communities we serve”
The addition of the PET scanner and other imaging advancements demonstrates CRHC’s commitment to investing in cutting-edge technology to make high-quality healthcare more accessible. These improvements will not only strengthen the hospital’s diagnostic capabilities but also support physicians in developing faster, more effective treatment plans for improved patient outcomes.
The PET scanner is expected to be installed by the end of November, with services anticipated to begin for patients by mid-December. The new MRI has been installed and the CT, and Nuclear Medicine equipment installations will follow as part of the phased radiology expansion.
About
Clarinda Regional Health Center
Clarinda Regional Health Center is a Critical Access Hospital committed to
advancing exceptional care for residents of Clarinda and the surrounding
region. With a focus on patient-centered care, CRHC continually invests in the
latest medical technology to enhance patient outcomes and access to healthcare.
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Make note of upcoming closures at CRHC and it's clinics to observe year end holidays November 2024 through January of 2025!
We are grateful for each and every one of our team members and the dedication they have shown to our patients throughout the past year. To show our appreciation, we want to make sure our team members have plenty of time to spend with their families. The Emergency Departmentis always open and available 24 hours a day and 365 days a year for any emergency health care needs.
Below is a list of our upcoming holiday closures and which clinics are affected:
Holiday Hours for CRHC's Walk-in Clinic :
-Thanksgiving Day (11/28): CLOSED
-Black Friday (11/29): OPEN 8am - 4pm
-Christmas Eve (12/24): OPEN 8am - 4pm
-Christmas Day (12/25): CLOSED
-Day After Christmas (12/26): OPEN 7am - 7pm
-New Years Eve (12/31): OPEN 8am - 4pm
-New Years Day (1/1): OPEN 8am - 4pm
Holiday Hours for All Other CRHC Clinics:
Including Clarinda Medical Associates , Specialty Clinic , Villisca Family Health Center , Bedford Family Health Center , Clarinda Mental Health Center , Rehab & Sports Med Center and the Infusion Center :
-Thanksgiving Day (11/28): CLOSED
-Black Friday (11/29): CLOSED
-Christmas Eve (12/24): CLOSING AT NOON
-Christmas Day (12/25): CLOSED
-Day After Christmas (12/26): Normal Clinic Hours
-New Years Eve (12/31): CLOSING AT NOON
-New Years Day (1/1): CLOSED
To stay up to date with clinic closures, events or happenings at Clarinda Regional Health Center and any of their community clinics we encourage you to follow us on social media!
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