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Saturday: 10:00am-4:00pm
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Our commitment to you
With a variety of services all under one roof, BCHC is your home for health. We're committed to providing you and your family convenience that you want, the services that you need, and the care you deserve.
For life's after-hour accidents & illnesses
Urgent Care is open at BCHC. Open M-F from 5:30-8:30pm and Sat.-Sun. from 10:00am-4:00pm. Closed on holidays.
At BCHC, your health is our primary care.
Now Accepting New Patients! Schedule an appointment by calling 334-2541.
Locally offered expert care
BCHC is your home for surgical care. With a newly renovated pre & post-operative wing, you can expect an enhanced surgical experience with comfort and privacy.
Coming January 2020
BCHC is partnering with UnityPoint Health to bring a new family practice clinic to the growing community of Jesup. BCHC Jesup Family Medicine will open in January of 2020.
Here for Wellness
Our newly renovated Wellness Center features new cardio and strength equipment, family friendly services, including a Kid Gym, new studio space, added fitness classes, and more helping you and your family adopt a lifestyle of living well through physical activity.
Emergency Services
When it comes to emergencies, 24/7 expert care is here for you when it matters most. Our trauma certified providers are among the same emergency providers you would find at St. Luke’s only closer to home.
Latest Health & Medical News
Keeping up-to-date with the most recent news in health care is important today.
That’s why we are always providing updated news items. Please browse the categories below to stay abreast of what’s going on at Buchanan County Health Center and in the world of health care.
BCHC Family Medicine Oelwein FAQ
Why is BCHC expanding into Oelwein?
BCHC is excited to expand its physical care into the community of Oelwein for a variety of reasons.
The clinic is in a convenient location to serve some areas of northern Buchanan County communities, like the communities of Hazelton and Aurora. Providing best patient access is important to us, [...]
BCHC Announces Partnership with UnityPoint Clinic Family Medicine in Oelwein
Buchanan County Health Center (BCHC) is pleased to announce its recent partnership with UnityPoint Clinic to continue providing expanded options for local primary care services in Oelwein and surrounding communities.
Beginning September 23rd, UnityPoint Clinic Family Medicine – Oelwein will change its name to BCHC Family Medicine – Oelwein – An Affiliate of UnityPoint Health [...]
“Welcome to Medicare” Seminar Offered at Buchanan County Health Center
Buchanan County Health Center (BCHC) is pleased to offer a free informational seminar on Medicare on Thursday, September 5th at 6pm in Meeting Rooms A&B as part of their involvement in and support of the Iowa Senior Health Insurance Information Program and Medicare Patrol (SHIIP). Recently named the new SHIIP sponsor site in Buchanan County, [...]
BCHC Expands Mental Health Specialty Clinic
Buchanan County Health Center (BCHC) is pleased to announce the expansion of the Mental Health Specialty Clinic. Beginning in late July, the Mental Health Specialty Clinic, provided by AbbeHealth, will offer psychiatric services in addition to mental health therapy and counseling. Affiliated with UnityPoint Health – Cedar Rapids, AbbeHealth is a state-accredited community mental health [...]
BCHC Welcomes Clinical Program Director for Wound Healing & Hyperbaric Medicine
Buchanan County Health Center is pleased to introduce Chris Grundmeyer, RN to the community as the new Clinical Program Director for the Center for Wound Healing & Hyperbaric Medicine at BCHC. Most recently employed as the Senior Manager of Clinical Services for UnityPoint at Home, Chris comes to BCHC with 40 years of nursing experience.
[...]
BCHC Welcomes New Provider to the Women’s Health Specialty Clinic
BCHC is pleased to welcome Kathi Bower, ARNP, FNP-C from Allen Women’s Health to the Women’s Health Specialty Clinic. Bower will visit BCHC on the first Wednesday of each month beginning on August 6th.
Specializing in gynecology, obstetrics, and women’s health, Bower attended St. Louis University and is board certified by the American Academy of [...]
BCHC Expands Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Clinic – Dr. Manshadi to Increase Clinic Hours
The Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation clinic at Buchanan County Health Center is pleased to announce its clinic expansion. Beginning in August, Farid Manshadi, MD will increase his clinic hours to a weekly rotation, visiting the BCHC Specialty Clinic each Monday afternoon.
Visiting from Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Associates of Northeast Iowa, Dr. Manshadi has been [...]
BCHC August Spotlight Series: Understanding Memory Loss
On Monday, August 5th from 6-7pm, BCHC memory loss and palliative care specialist, Joni Henderson, ARNP will provide a free seminar in the Community Room of the Independence Public Library as a continuation of the BCHC Spotlight Series.
During this free seminar, attendees will learn about normal age-related memory changes, symptoms that may indicate dementia [...]
Lexington Estate to host Poker Walk
Lexington Estate of BCHC is excited to partner with the Independence Celebrations Committee to host the annual ‘Poker Walk’ during the Independence Day Celebration on Tuesday, July 3rd.
The Poker Walk, led by Lexington Estate of BCHC, will begin at 5:00pm at the Rotary Shelter in Riverwalk Parks. Each participant will walk two miles, receiving [...]
Buchanan County Health Center to Open Family Medicine Clinic in Jesup
Buchanan County Health Center (BCHC) is pleased to announce its plans to open a new family practice office in Jesup at the beginning of 2020. BCHC Jesup Family Medicine will break ground in the early summer along South Street West, across from the new Dollar General Store.
This 4,525 square foot medical building will provide [...]
Unite. Build. Feed. BCHC Partners with Area Hospitals for Food Drive Competition
UNITE. BUILD. FEED.
Regional Medical Center, UnityPoint Health – Jones Regional Medical Center, and Buchanan County Health Center will UNITE. BUILD. FEED. our communities with a food drive contest!
Food Drive Contest April 26-May 23, 2019 4/26 – Contest kick off! Employee/teams buy food and build a creative food structure. 5/24 – CEOs pick 1 [...]
BCHC Welcomes Karla Solheim, MD to the OB/GYN Specialty Clinic
Buchanan County Health Center is pleased to welcome Karla Solheim, MD, to the OB/GYN Specialty Clinic. Dr. Solheim will visit BCHC from UnityPoint Clinic OB/GYN on the second and fourth Wednesday of each month, beginning May 8.
Specializing in obstetrics and gynecology, Dr. Solheim attended medical school at the University of California and completed her [...]
For general inquiries, please use the form below to contact us. For your own privacy, please do not include any medical, personal, or confidential information in your comments. If you are having a medical emergency, call 911. If you have a health-related question or would like assistance with scheduling an appointment, please call BCHC at 319-332-0999.
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Urgent Care Hours
Saturday: 10:00am-4:00pm
Closed On Holidays
Buchanan County Health Center
Call Us 319-332-0999
Online Scheduling
Patient Portals
Menu
Our commitment to you
With a variety of services all under one roof, BCHC is your home for health. We're committed to providing you and your family convenience that you want, the services that you need, and the care you deserve.
For life's after-hour accidents & illnesses
Urgent Care is open at BCHC. Open M-F from 5:30-8:30pm and Sat.-Sun. from 10:00am-4:00pm. Closed on holidays.
At BCHC, your health is our primary care.
Now Accepting New Patients! Schedule an appointment by calling 334-2541.
Locally offered expert care
BCHC is your home for surgical care. With a newly renovated pre & post-operative wing, you can expect an enhanced surgical experience with comfort and privacy.
Coming January 2020
BCHC is partnering with UnityPoint Health to bring a new family practice clinic to the growing community of Jesup. BCHC Jesup Family Medicine will open in January of 2020.
Here for Wellness
Our newly renovated Wellness Center features new cardio and strength equipment, family friendly services, including a Kid Gym, new studio space, added fitness classes, and more helping you and your family adopt a lifestyle of living well through physical activity.
Emergency Services
When it comes to emergencies, 24/7 expert care is here for you when it matters most. Our trauma certified providers are among the same emergency providers you would find at St. Luke’s only closer to home.
Latest Health & Medical News
Keeping up-to-date with the most recent news in health care is important today.
That’s why we are always providing updated news items. Please browse the categories below to stay abreast of what’s going on at Buchanan County Health Center and in the world of health care.
BCHC Family Medicine Oelwein FAQ
Why is BCHC expanding into Oelwein?
BCHC is excited to expand its physical care into the community of Oelwein for a variety of reasons.
The clinic is in a convenient location to serve some areas of northern Buchanan County communities, like the communities of Hazelton and Aurora. Providing best patient access is important to us, [...]
BCHC Announces Partnership with UnityPoint Clinic Family Medicine in Oelwein
Buchanan County Health Center (BCHC) is pleased to announce its recent partnership with UnityPoint Clinic to continue providing expanded options for local primary care services in Oelwein and surrounding communities.
Beginning September 23rd, UnityPoint Clinic Family Medicine – Oelwein will change its name to BCHC Family Medicine – Oelwein – An Affiliate of UnityPoint Health [...]
“Welcome to Medicare” Seminar Offered at Buchanan County Health Center
Buchanan County Health Center (BCHC) is pleased to offer a free informational seminar on Medicare on Thursday, September 5th at 6pm in Meeting Rooms A&B as part of their involvement in and support of the Iowa Senior Health Insurance Information Program and Medicare Patrol (SHIIP). Recently named the new SHIIP sponsor site in Buchanan County, [...]
BCHC Expands Mental Health Specialty Clinic
Buchanan County Health Center (BCHC) is pleased to announce the expansion of the Mental Health Specialty Clinic. Beginning in late July, the Mental Health Specialty Clinic, provided by AbbeHealth, will offer psychiatric services in addition to mental health therapy and counseling. Affiliated with UnityPoint Health – Cedar Rapids, AbbeHealth is a state-accredited community mental health [...]
BCHC Welcomes Clinical Program Director for Wound Healing & Hyperbaric Medicine
Buchanan County Health Center is pleased to introduce Chris Grundmeyer, RN to the community as the new Clinical Program Director for the Center for Wound Healing & Hyperbaric Medicine at BCHC. Most recently employed as the Senior Manager of Clinical Services for UnityPoint at Home, Chris comes to BCHC with 40 years of nursing experience.
[...]
BCHC Welcomes New Provider to the Women’s Health Specialty Clinic
BCHC is pleased to welcome Kathi Bower, ARNP, FNP-C from Allen Women’s Health to the Women’s Health Specialty Clinic. Bower will visit BCHC on the first Wednesday of each month beginning on August 6th.
Specializing in gynecology, obstetrics, and women’s health, Bower attended St. Louis University and is board certified by the American Academy of [...]
BCHC Expands Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Clinic – Dr. Manshadi to Increase Clinic Hours
The Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation clinic at Buchanan County Health Center is pleased to announce its clinic expansion. Beginning in August, Farid Manshadi, MD will increase his clinic hours to a weekly rotation, visiting the BCHC Specialty Clinic each Monday afternoon.
Visiting from Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Associates of Northeast Iowa, Dr. Manshadi has been [...]
BCHC August Spotlight Series: Understanding Memory Loss
On Monday, August 5th from 6-7pm, BCHC memory loss and palliative care specialist, Joni Henderson, ARNP will provide a free seminar in the Community Room of the Independence Public Library as a continuation of the BCHC Spotlight Series.
During this free seminar, attendees will learn about normal age-related memory changes, symptoms that may indicate dementia [...]
Lexington Estate to host Poker Walk
Lexington Estate of BCHC is excited to partner with the Independence Celebrations Committee to host the annual ‘Poker Walk’ during the Independence Day Celebration on Tuesday, July 3rd.
The Poker Walk, led by Lexington Estate of BCHC, will begin at 5:00pm at the Rotary Shelter in Riverwalk Parks. Each participant will walk two miles, receiving [...]
Buchanan County Health Center to Open Family Medicine Clinic in Jesup
Buchanan County Health Center (BCHC) is pleased to announce its plans to open a new family practice office in Jesup at the beginning of 2020. BCHC Jesup Family Medicine will break ground in the early summer along South Street West, across from the new Dollar General Store.
This 4,525 square foot medical building will provide [...]
Unite. Build. Feed. BCHC Partners with Area Hospitals for Food Drive Competition
UNITE. BUILD. FEED.
Regional Medical Center, UnityPoint Health – Jones Regional Medical Center, and Buchanan County Health Center will UNITE. BUILD. FEED. our communities with a food drive contest!
Food Drive Contest April 26-May 23, 2019 4/26 – Contest kick off! Employee/teams buy food and build a creative food structure. 5/24 – CEOs pick 1 [...]
BCHC Welcomes Karla Solheim, MD to the OB/GYN Specialty Clinic
Buchanan County Health Center is pleased to welcome Karla Solheim, MD, to the OB/GYN Specialty Clinic. Dr. Solheim will visit BCHC from UnityPoint Clinic OB/GYN on the second and fourth Wednesday of each month, beginning May 8.
Specializing in obstetrics and gynecology, Dr. Solheim attended medical school at the University of California and completed her [...]
For general inquiries, please use the form below to contact us. For your own privacy, please do not include any medical, personal, or confidential information in your comments. If you are having a medical emergency, call 911. If you have a health-related question or would like assistance with scheduling an appointment, please call BCHC at 319-332-0999.