Winneshiek county, IA

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Winneshiek County, IA[edit | edit source]

  • Winneshiek County is a county located in the U.S. state of Iowa. As of the 2020 census, the population was 20,847. Its county seat is Decorah. The county was named in honor of Chief Winneshiek, a leader of the Winnebago Native American tribe.

Healthcare in Winneshiek County, IA[edit | edit source]

  • Healthcare in Winneshiek County is primarily provided by two main facilities: Winneshiek Medical Center and Gundersen Health System.

Winneshiek Medical Center[edit | edit source]

  • Winneshiek Medical Center is a non-profit, county-owned, critical access hospital serving the residents of Winneshiek County and surrounding areas. It offers a wide range of healthcare services, including emergency care, surgical services, rehabilitation, and primary care.
  • The hospital is located at 901 Montgomery St, Decorah, IA 52101. As of 2020, the hospital has 21 beds and employs over 400 healthcare professionals.

Gundersen Health System[edit | edit source]

  • Gundersen Health System is a comprehensive healthcare network serving patients in Iowa, Minnesota, and Wisconsin. In Winneshiek County, Gundersen operates a clinic in Decorah, offering services such as family medicine, pediatrics, and specialty care.
  • The clinic is located at 1830 State Hwy 9, Decorah, IA 52101. The clinic employs a team of healthcare professionals, including doctors, nurses, and support staff, dedicated to providing high-quality care to the community.

Health Statistics in Winneshiek County, IA[edit | edit source]

  • According to the County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program, Winneshiek County ranks high in terms of overall health outcomes in Iowa. The county has a lower rate of premature death compared to the state average. The percentage of residents reporting fair or poor health is also lower than the state average.

Conclusion[edit | edit source]

  • Healthcare in Winneshiek County, IA, is well-served by two main facilities, Winneshiek Medical Center and Gundersen Health System. The county's health statistics reflect the quality of care provided by these institutions and the overall health of the community.

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Primary care[edit source]


Primary Care Winneshiek county, IA



Provider page Credentials Gender Medical school Graduation year Primary specialty Secondary specialties Address Address2 City State ZIP Phone
Abbas Elizabeth 1932588100 F Other 2015 Family Practice 1830 State Hwy 9 Decorah IA 52101 5633823140
Boisvert Walter 1003810821 MD M University Of Wisconsin School Of Medicine 1985 Family Practice GERIATRIC MEDICINE HOSPICE/PALLIATIVE CARE 1830 State Hwy 9 Decorah IA 52101 5633823140
Nelson Catherine 1881004042 F Other 2014 Family Practice 1830 State Hwy 9 Decorah IA 52101 5633823140
Schilling Sherri 1659375236 MD F Other 1996 Family Practice 901 Montgomery St Decorah IA 52101 5633822911
Swanson Kurt 1265436950 DO M Chicago College Of Osteopathy 1995 Family Practice 901 Montgomery St Decorah IA 52101 5633822911
Wenner Paul 1023248614 M University Of Minnesota Medical School 2006 Family Practice Ossian IA 52161



Winneshiek county, IA - Specialists


Provider page Credentials Gender Medical school Graduation year Primary specialty Secondary specialties Address Address2 City State ZIP Phone
Remark Richard 1649222365 MD M University Of Minnesota Medical School 1982 Diagnostic Radiology Decorah IA 52101



Allied healthcare providers


Provider page Credentials Gender Education Graduation year Primary specialty Secondary specialties Address Address2 City State ZIP Phone
Beinborn Dean 1194736371 CNA M Other 1983 Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (Crna) Decorah IA 52101
Derrick Lauren 1669470951 NP M Other 2017 Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (Crna) 901 Montgomery St Decorah IA 52101
Suhr Jeffrey 1073585659 DC M Palmer College Chiropractic - Davenport 1992 Chiropractic Decorah IA 52101
Millage Dennis 1881242444 M Other 2019 Clinical Social Worker Suite D Decorah IA 52101
Grimstad Ann 1912901364 NP F Other 2003 Nurse Practitioner Ossian IA 52161
Gipp Jennifer 1154520666 F Indiana University - School Of Optometry 2007 Optometry Decorah IA 52101


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