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BCHC’s commitment to providing the highest quality of health and wellness services to the communities of Buchanan County, Oelwein, and surrounding areas has never been stronger amidst growing healthcare needs.

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 Expands Cardiology Specialty Clinic Welcomes Mercy Cardiologists
Buchanan County Health Center (BCHC) is pleased to announce the expansion of local cardiology services with the addition of Ryan Hollenbeck, MD, FACC, FSCAI, and Hillary Behn, ARNP, from Mercy Cedar Rapids to the BCHC Cardiology Specialty Clinic. Dr. Hollenbeck and Hillary Behn, ARNP, will see patients at the BCHC Cardiology Specialty Clinic on the…
Buchanan County Health Center Announces New Lactation Services to Support Families Close to Home
Buchanan County Health Center (BCHC) is pleased to announce the availability of new lactation services designed to provide breastfeeding education, guidance and encouragement to families close to home. Offered through BCHC’s Therapy Department, certified lactation counselors, Jaden Wilson, MA, CCC-SLP, CLC and Emily Engel, OTR/L, CLC are available to support families throughout their breastfeeding journey….
Buchanan County Launching Nurse Honor Guard to Recognize and Honor Nurses’ Lifetime of Service
Buchanan County Health Center (BCHC) is preparing to launch the Buchanan County Nurse Honor Guard in early 2027, creating a meaningful way to recognize and honor nurses who have dedicated their lives to caring for others. The Buchanan County Nurse Honor Guard will provide a dignified tribute honoring nurses at the end of their lives,…

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Quality care tailored to the individual is essential in healthcare. Our providers personalize
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Buchanan County
Health Center

1600 1st St E,
Independence, IA 50644

319.332.0999

BCHC Family
Medicine – Jesup

211 South St W,
Jesup, IA 50648

319.827.2242

BCHC Family
Medicine – Oelwein

2405 Rock Island Rd
Oelwein, IA 50662

319.283.2651

BCHC Oelwein
Pharmacy

2405 Rock Island Rd
Oelwein, IA 50662

319.283.1664

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