healthNEWS 2 At Grundy County Memorial Hospital (GCMH), we recognize that you make health care decisions each day, and we are honored when you choose us. This says to us that you are confident in our commitment to excellence, compassion and innovation. Our patients are the cornerstone of our growth and success, enabling us to achieve unprecedented milestones in both patient care and our workforce. Thanks to your loyalty, over the past three years GCMH has experienced a 33% increase in patient visits, going from 51,221 annual visits to 67,869 annual visits. This growth represents real relationships built on trust. As our patient base has expanded, so too has our need to expand our team. Our GCMH family has grown by 22% since 2021, allowing us to invest in and retain top talent, even during the greatest workforce shortages our industry has faced. By investing in our teams, we ensure that our patients receive the best care possible. The impact doesn’t stop there. Your loyalty has empowered us to reinvest in our facilities, adopt cutting-edge technologies and introduce new services. This enhances the care experience and increases access to rural health care. Every enhancement is a testament to our commitment to meeting the evolving needs of the communities we serve. As the county’s largest employer, the ripple effects of our growth are felt throughout our community. By expanding our operations, we create new jobs and opportunities, supporting the vitality of Grundy County and the surrounding areas. We are grateful for each of you who choose us for your health care needs. Together, we are building a healthier community for generations to come. Your trust inspires us to reach new heights, and we are honored to be your health care provider of choice. Grundy County’s newest PCP: Maggie Hefner, MMA, DO Dr. Maggie Hefner, who joined UnityPoint Clinic Family Medicine – Grundy Center in August, brings a blend of medical expertise and a passion for women’s health and family medicine to Grundy County. Originally from Lincoln, Nebraska, Dr. Hefner earned her master’s in medical anatomy from the University of Nebraska Medical Center and her medical degree from Des Moines University. Dr. Hefner joined UnityPoint Clinic Family Medicine – Grundy Center because she wanted to work in a smaller community where she could serve people in need. Her approach to care As a primary care physician (PCP), she is dedicated to enhancing the overall well-being of her patients. She recognizes the importance of collaboration in health care and access to additional services when necessary. “It’s important to me that my patients have access to testing, imaging and specialists that I may refer them to, so I appreciate that Grundy County Memorial Hospital has many of those capabilities just down the hall from our family medicine clinic,” says Dr. Hefner. Dr. Hefner is passionate about building meaningful relationships with her patients, aiming to become a trusted provider with whom they can share their most vulnerable concerns. “When caring for an individual or a family, I strive to have our visits become more of a conversation where we catch up on life and less like a medical interview,” she says. “This is what I hope to develop with patients here in Grundy Center and surrounding areas.” Her dedication to serving Grundy County reflects her commitment to making a positive impact on the health and lives of those she cares for. Outside of medicine, Dr. Hefner loves exploring the community with her energetic, 6-year-old Aussiedoodle, Gus. LOOKING FOR A NEW PROVIDER? To schedule an appointment with Dr. Hefner or another local PCP, visit gcmh.link/primarycare. Adam Scherling, MHA, GCMH Administrator Maggie Hefner, MMA, DO Loyalty leads to growth at GCMH
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