Local volunteers helped patients save a grand total of $431,459 during the Medicare open enrollment period in 2025. Volunteers Marla Steier, Paula Seely, Sharon Berte, Peg Skilling, Trish Casey and Carol Baas offered free Medicare counseling and support through the Senior Health Insurance Information Program (SHIIP) during the open enrollment
Kossuth Regional Health Center (KRHC) is excited to announce the addition of Hailey Satyna, PA-C, to the Emergency Department beginning January 2026. Hailey brings a strong surgical background to her new role and a passion for providing high-quality, patient-centered care. Originally from Oregon, Hailey earned her Master of Physician Assistant
Hospice of the Heartland invites the community to its annual Lights of Life memorial service and tree-lighting ceremony, held at Kossuth Regional Health Center in Algona on Sunday, December 7 at 1:00 p.m. This heartfelt event offers a meaningful opportunity to honor and remember loved ones during the holiday season.
A whimsical evening unfolded at the Kossuth Regional Health Center Foundation’s 23rd Annual Legacy Ball on November 1, where more than 215 guests gathered to celebrate under the enchanting “Emerald Club” theme. Inspired by the charm of Emerald City and the elegance of a vintage speakeasy, the event’s atmosphere and
The KRHC Foundation’s annual Legacy Ball returns November 1st at the Columbia Events Center, featuring an Emerald Club theme that blends the whimsical charm of Emerald City with the elegance of a vintage speakeasy—reflected in both atmosphere and menu. This year marks the 23rd annual Legacy Ball with the KRHC Auxiliary
Local volunteers will offer free Medicare counseling through the Senior Health Insurance Information Program (SHIIP) in-person again this fall. Every year between October 15th and December 7th, Iowans on Medicare have the opportunity to review and make changes to their drug plan or Medicare Advantage. The Part D and Medicare
I am proud to share that Kossuth Regional Health Center has been named one of the 100 Best Hospitals for Patient Experience (under 25 beds) by the 2025 Women’s Choice Award®. This national recognition is a testament to the dedication, compassion, and excellence our team brings to every patient interaction. In a time
Algona, Iowa (July 2025) — Becker’s Hospital Review is pleased to release the 2025 iteration of its “Rural hospital and health system presidents and CEOs to know” list. Rural hospitals and health systems are lifelines for communities that might otherwise go without essential healthcare services. The CEOs highlighted on
As part of their National Nurses Week and National Hospital Week celebration, Kossuth Regional Health Center awarded Ashley Thompson, RN with the 2025 DAISY Award for Extraordinary Nurses. Ashley is a registered nurse in the Med/Surg Unit at KRHC and has been serving patients at the hospital for 10 years.
Hospice of the Heartland will host its annual memorial service and butterfly release on Thursday, May 29 in the outdoor courtyard of Kossuth Regional Health Center at 5:00 p.m. All are welcome to attend this memorial ceremony to honor and remember loved ones. At the conclusion of the memorial service,
Auxiliary celebrates national hospital week with annual fundraiser.
Kossuth Regional Health Center is excited to welcome Kim Etherington, PA-C back to its medical staff in May 2025. This time, in an acute care role. A local graduate of Bishop Garrigan High School, Etherington earned her Physician Assistant Degree from Des Moines University in 1997. She previously worked in
