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Loring Hospital to Transition Cardiology Services: A Letter from Loring CEO, Matt Johnson

October 22, 2024

After careful consideration and in an effort to enhance the quality of care we provide, we have made the decision to transition our cardiology services from Iowa Heart to UnityPoint Trinity Heart Center, with emergent cases effective immediately. This change is driven by our commitment to ensuring that you and your loved ones receive the highest standard of care, with access to advanced treatment options and specialized expertise.

Loring Hospital’s Healthiest State Walk Scheduled for Oct. 2

September 20, 2024

Loring Hospital is joining the Iowa Healthiest State Initiative by hosting a community wide walk for the 14th Annual Healthiest State Walk on Wednesday, Oct. 2 from noon – 1 p.m.

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“Welcome to Medicare” Seminar Sept. 11

August 20, 2024

Are you going to be eligible for Medicare in the near future? Have you been on Medicare for a while and want to better understand what it offers? Do you have a family member you help with Medicare issues? If you answered yes to any of these questions, Loring Hospital encourages you to attend an upcoming “Welcome to Medicare” seminar. This seminar, presented by one of Loring Hospital’s Senior Health Insurance Information Program (SHIIP) counselors, LeAnn Olhausen, will take place on Wednesday, Sept. 11, 2024 from 5-7 p.m. Please note that due to construction at the hospital, the seminar will take place at Loring Hospital’s temporary meeting site located at 119 N. Fifth St., Sac City. Light refreshments will be available for attendees

Olhausen Receives Award from Governor

August 6, 2024

LeAnn Olhausen recently received an award from Governor Kim Reynolds and Lt. Governor Adam Gregg during a special recognition ceremony held on June 25 in Ankeny.

Loring Hospital Welcomes New Occupational Therapist

July 2, 2024

Loring Hospital’s Rehab Services Department recently welcomed Jessie Dentlinger, occupational therapist (OT), to the team in May. Dentlinger, who grew up in Breda, Iowa, but spent a great deal of time in Sac City growing up while visiting her grandparents, graduated from Iowa State University with a bachelor’s degree in psychology. She then went on to earn her doctorate in occupational therapy at Creighton University.

“Welcome to Medicare” Seminar Offered at Loring Hospital

June 18, 2024

Are you going to be eligible for Medicare in the near future? Have you been on Medicare for a while and want to better understand what it offers? Do you have a family member you help with Medicare issues? If you answered yes to any of these questions, Loring Hospital encourages you to attend an upcoming “Welcome to Medicare” seminar. This one-hour seminar presented by one of Loring Hospital’s Senior Health Insurance Information Program (SHIIP) counselors, LeAnn Olhausen, will take place on Wednesday, June 26, 2024 from 5-7 p.m. in the hospital’s West Conference Room. Light refreshments will be available for attendees.

LSVT BIG® Treatment Offered at Loring Hospital for Those with Parkinson's

February 27, 2024

Loring Hospital’s Rehab Services Department is now offering LSVT BIG treatment for persons with Parkinson’s disease and other neurological conditions. LSVT BIG is a physical therapy program that has been proven to improve motor function. Improvements include faster walking with bigger steps, improved balance, better flexibility, reduced risk of falling, and more.

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Loring Hospital Auxiliary to Host Trivia Night

February 24, 2024

The Loring Hospital Auxiliary is set to host its Annual Trivia Night. The event will take place on Friday, April 5 at the 4-H Building located on the Sac County Fairgrounds.

Loring Hospital Named as a 2024 Top 100 Critical Access Hospital

February 23, 2024

Loring Hospital has been named as a 2024 Top 100 Critical Access Hospital by The Chartis Center for Rural Health. The designation is considered one of the most significant indicators of performance excellence in the rural healthcare industry.

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Makayla Potthoff Honored as Recipient of DAISY Award for Extraordinary Nurses

February 12, 2024

Makayla Potthoff, RN, BSN, was recently recognized as Loring Hospital’s first-ever recipient of the DAISY Award for Extraordinary Nurses. A portion of the nomination submission read: “She showed us her love and dedication both times we were there. She is your friend whenever she sees you.”