Van Buren county, IA

Van Buren County, Iowa[edit | edit source]

Van Buren County is a county located in the U.S. state of Iowa. As of the 2020 census, the population was 7,044. The county seat is Keosauqua, which contains the County Courthouse. The county was formed on December 7, 1836 and named for President Martin Van Buren. It is one of Iowa's two original counties along with Des Moines County; both were organized by the Michigan Territorial legislature in 1834.

Healthcare in Van Buren County[edit | edit source]

Healthcare in Van Buren County is primarily provided by the Van Buren County Hospital and its associated clinics. The hospital is a 25-bed Critical Access Hospital located in Keosauqua, offering a wide range of services to the community.

Van Buren County Hospital[edit | edit source]

Van Buren County Hospital is a critical access hospital located in Keosauqua, Iowa. It was established in 1950 and has been serving the healthcare needs of Van Buren County residents since then. The hospital provides a variety of services including emergency care, inpatient care, outpatient services, specialty clinics, and home health care.

The hospital is equipped with modern medical technology and staffed by a team of dedicated healthcare professionals. It is committed to providing high-quality, patient-centered care to the community.

Clinics[edit | edit source]

In addition to the hospital, there are several clinics in Van Buren County that provide healthcare services to the residents. These include:

Keosauqua Health Care Center: This clinic offers a range of services including family medicine, obstetrics, and gynecology.

Cantril Medical Clinic: Located in Cantril, this clinic provides primary care services to the residents of the town and surrounding areas.

Stockport Medical Clinic: This clinic offers primary care services and is located in Stockport.

Health Statistics[edit | edit source]

According to the County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program, Van Buren County ranks 82nd out of 99 counties in Iowa for overall health outcomes. This ranking takes into account factors such as premature death, poor physical and mental health days, and low birthweight.

The county has a lower than average number of primary care physicians, with a ratio of 2,510:1 compared to the Iowa average of 1,280:1. However, the county has a higher than average number of mental health providers, with a ratio of 330:1 compared to the Iowa average of 420:1.

Conclusion[edit | edit source]

Healthcare in Van Buren County, Iowa is provided by a network of clinics and a critical access hospital. Despite some challenges, these facilities are committed to providing high-quality care to the residents of the county.

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Primary care[edit source]

Primary Care Van Buren county, IA

Provider page	Credentials	Gender	Medical school	Graduation year	Primary specialty	Secondary specialties	Address	Address2	City	State	ZIP	Phone
Curtis Richard 1548619356		M	Other	2016	Family Practice				Keosauqua	IA	52565
Kermani Atabak 1407383870		M	Other	2010	Family Practice				Keosauqua	IA	52565