CRHC Voted "Best Hospital" in Reader's Choice Contest
- By Clarinda Regional Health Center
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- 27 Oct, 2020
Clarinda, Iowa | 10/27/2020
Clarinda
Regional Health Center (CRHC) is excited to announce results of a local contest
conducted by the Clarinda Herald Journal and their other local publications.
The contest polled a six county area (Page, Taylor, Adams, Montgomery, Mills
and Fremont) in Southwest Iowa on a new online voting platform! This year's
contest was slightly modified from past year's due to the new online platform
and renamed "Best of Southwest Iowa Reader's Choice." The contest
began in July of 2020 with the nomination phase, where any business within the
six county area could be nominated in a category by a reader. Then in late August
those nominations were compiled and the top five most voted businesses/persons
made it into the final voting phase, which began in late August and lasted
until end of September. The Clarinda Herald Journal reports over 100,000 votes
were cast while the contest was live. Some of the businesses readers could
nominate were in categories ranging from agriculture to automotive and
education to shopping.
Clarinda Regional
Health Center was honored with the results of their healthcare category. This
will be CRHC's third year voted "Best Hospital" and second
consecutive win for "Best Place to Work". CRHC CEO Chuck Nordyke
states, "This is just a testament to how hard our team is working. It's
not an individual person's celebration. We are not perfect and working hard
every day to get there. These results are reflective of team work and
dedication across many different departments throughout the hospital. Everyone
at CRHC should be very pleased with these results because it means what we're
doing here is working for our community and patients."
Below are the results for CRHC from the 2020 Best of Southwest Iowa Reader's Choice contest:
Best Ambulance Service
Best Emergency Room
Best Family Physician Clinic
Favorite Physician: Brittney Hill
Favorite Physician: Michael Mahoney
Best Hearing Center
Best Home Health CARE Provider
Best Hospital
Favorite Mental Health Clinic
Best Orthopedic Clinic
Favorite Ortho: Boese
Favorite Ortho: Atteberry
Best Pediatric Clinic
Favorite Pediatrician: Brittney Hill
Favorite Pediatrician: Brooke Martin
Best Physical Therapy Provider
Favorite Physical Therapist: Robert Hess
Favorite Physical Therapist: Emily Wood
Best Place For Pain Management
Best Place that provides Memory Care
Best Podiatry Clinic
Favorite Podiatrist: Noreen Anwar
Best Walk-in Clinic
Best Women’s Healthcare Provider
Best Local Charity: Partners in Exceptional Care
Best Place to Volunteer
Best Place to work
Favorite CEO: Chuck Nordyke
Favorite Personal Trainer: Alexa
Favorite Giftshop
Favorite Home décor Store (CRHC Giftshop)
Favorite Customer Service Retail (CRHC Giftshop)
Clarinda Regional Health Center (CRHC) invites the public to a ribbon cutting celebration for the newly renovated and named "Wellness Roots" Garden on Wednesday, May 21st, from 4–6 p.m . The event is held in conjunction with Iowa Kids Garden Day and will highlight exciting new features in the garden space on the NW corner of CRHC's campus.
The refreshed garden now includes a sensory garden and several improvements to the CRHC All-Star Sprouts Kids Garden area, creating a more engaging and accessible environment for children and families.
The celebration will feature activities for kids, snacks, drinks, and a chance to explore the new garden enhancements. It’s a great opportunity for the community to come together, enjoy the outdoors, and celebrate this unique space focused on wellness and fun.
EVENT DETAILS:
What : Ribbon Cutting – Renovated Wellness Roots Garden
When : Tuesday, May 21, 2025 | 4:00–6:00 p.m.
Where : Clarinda Regional Health Center Campus
NW Corner, Parking available at the garden and at Clarinda Mental Health Center Parking lot at 400 W Glenn Miller Drive
Who : Open to the public – bring the whole family!
Why : Fun, food, activities and celebration!
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Clarinda Regional Health Center (CRHC) is proud to announce that its Emergency Department has been honored with the prestigious Four-Star PRC Excellence Award in 2025. This recognition, awarded by Professional Research Consultants, Inc. (PRC), reflects CRHC’s unwavering commitment to providing outstanding emergency care and exceptional patient experiences.
The PRC Excellence in Healthcare Awards are based on patient feedback and recognize organizations that achieve excellence in patient satisfaction and quality of care. CRHC’s Emergency Department earned this distinction for scoring in the top 25% nationally in key patient experience metrics, placing it among the leading emergency care providers in the region.
“We are incredibly honored to receive this award, as it reaffirms our dedication to delivering high-quality emergency care to the communities we serve,” said Jennifer Chamber, Director of Emergency Services. “This recognition is a testament to the hard work and commitment of our entire Emergency Department team, who go above and beyond to ensure that each patient receives compassionate, timely, and effective care.”
CRHC’s Emergency Department remains dedicated to continuous improvement, implementing best practices and innovative solutions to enhance patient care and experience. This award highlights the department’s success in fostering a patient-centered environment while maintaining the highest standards of medical excellence.
To learn more about the 2025 Excellence in Healthcare Awards, including eligibility and criteria, visit PRCExcellence.com.
About PRC
PRC, a leader in the experience management space, is taking experience solutions to a new level. PRC’s surveys and intuitive reporting focus on changing the way organizations manage and improve five key areas of the healthcare experience—patient, physician, employee, community, and brand. Over 2,800 healthcare organizations across the United States have used PRC to listen, understand, and take action to create cultures of excellence. To ensure clients have access to leading practices, coaches, and learning resources, PRC is partnered with Healthcare Experience Foundation (HXF) to accelerate paths to excellence. PRC’s proprietary healthcare discovery platform is a system designed to drive action, optimize engagement, and increase loyalty while building a positive culture across the healthcare ecosystem. www.PRCExcellence.com
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Clarinda, IA – Clarinda Regional Health Center (CRHC) is pleased to welcome Dr. Daniel Lister, an experienced orthopedic surgeon, to its Specialty Clinic. Dr. Lister brings over three decades of medical expertise in orthopedic care, specializing in Sports Medicine, Adult Reconstruction, Shoulder and Knee Arthroscopy, as well as hand and wrist procedures.
Originally from Rancho Cordova, CA, Dr. Lister has a distinguished educational background. He earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Biochemistry from the University of California – Davis before obtaining his Doctor of Medicine degree from the California College of Medicine at the University of California – Irvine. He then completed a flexible rotating internship and an orthopedic surgery residency at Letterman Army Medical Center, Presidio of San Francisco, CA.
“We are excited to have Dr. Lister join our team at Clarinda Regional Health Center,” said Chuck Nordyke, CEO of CRHC. “His extensive experience and commitment to high-quality orthopedic care will greatly benefit our patients and community.”
Dr. Lister is board-certified by the American Board of Orthopedic Surgery and is dedicated to providing top-tier orthopedic services to patients in need of specialized care.
To schedule an appointment with Dr. Lister, please call 712-542-8232 or visit our website to request an appointment online.
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Appointments for Spring Health Fairs are required for CRHC dates and any off-site location. You can register for health fairs online at ClarindaHealth.com or by using the link above. After submitting your online registration with your informatoin please call 712-542-2176 to reserve a time slot on your preferred lab draw date/location.
Wednesday, March 12th | 7:00-8:00 AM
Braddyville, IA | Brady Hall
Thursday, March 13th | 7:00-8:00 AM
Clearmont, MO | Little Red School House
Thursday, March 20th | 7:00-8:00 AM
Clarinda, IA | CRHC Rehabilitation & Sports Medicine Center
Saturday, March 22nd | 7:30-9:00 AM
Clarinda, IA | CRHC Rehabilitation & Sports Medicine Center
Tuesday, March 25th | 6:00-8:00 AM
- General Wellness Screen - $35 | (22 blood tests, including but not limited to complete blood count, comprehensive metabolic panel, lipid pan, thyroid-stimulating hormone, and more)
- Prostate Screen - $20 | (PSA - Men Only)
- Hemoglobin A1C - $15 | (Diabetic)
- Vitamin D Deficiency - $30
- DXA Body Composition Scan- $30 | (Scheduled & paid separately, only available at CRHC)
- MedGem - $30 | (Scheduled & paid separately, only available at CRHC)
- US Abdominal Aorta Screening - $60 (Scheduled & paid separately, only available at CRHC)
Clarinda Regional Health Center (CRHC) is proud to announce the recent remodeling of our hospice suite and family room, made possible by the generosity of the Jimmy and Lora Lea Fulk family. This beautifully transformed space is a lasting tribute to the Fulks, reflecting their profound values of faith, family, and perseverance.
The renovation, funded by Joyce Fulk Whitney, Dale Fulk, Alice Fulk Wisner, and Nancy Fulk McKinnon in honor of their beloved parents, ensures that the hospice suite and family room are not only more functional but also provide a sanctuary for those in need of comfort and solace. This gift preserves the Fulks’ enduring motto: “Trust in the Lord. Wait Patiently. God is in control.”
Jimmy and Lora Lea Fulk were humble, hard-working individuals who cherished life on their farm and lived guided by unwavering faith. Their legacy of love, support, and steadfast trust in God continues to inspire those who knew them and now touches the lives of countless families who will benefit from this space.
“To the Fulk Family, your dedication to preserving your parents’ legacy is both inspiring and deeply appreciated,” said Chuck Nordyke, CRHC CEO. “This family room will stand as a testament to the values your parents held dear, serving as a place of hope, connection, and peace for generations to come.”
Clarinda Regional Health Center extends its heartfelt gratitude to the Fulk family for this incredible act of generosity. May this newly remodeled space carry forward the spirit of Jimmy and Lora Lea Fulk—a spirit of humility, strength, and trust in the Lord.
For more information about this project or to learn how you can support CRHC, please contact Jennifer McCall at 712-542-6776 or jmccall@clarindahealth.com.
About Clarinda Regional Health Center Clarinda Regional Health Center is dedicated to advancing exceptional care for the communities we serve. Guided by a commitment to safety, quality, and growth, we continually strive to enhance the healthcare experience for patients and families alike.
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See more photos of this beautiful space here.
