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Greene County Medical Center has been caring for patients and area residents since 1937.   With our technological innovations and compassionate staff, we have made a promise to be Always Here, Always Caring for our patients and their families.   As a community based system, we are committed to providing excellence in health services from beginning to end of life.

Articles by Greene County Medical Center


First Look at New MRI at Greene County Medical Center

by Greene County Medical Center - February 05, 2026

Donors, Greene County Medical Center Board of Trustees and Foundation Board Members got the chance to go behind the scenes for a look at special areas of the medical center, including a first look at the new MRI machine.

This Week Could Change How You Move

by Greene County Medical Center - February 05, 2026

21st Century Rehab's Free Exam Week this February offers you the chance to for personalized care to meet your health and wellness goals in 2026.

Big City Medicine, Small Town Care

by Greene County Medical Center - January 30, 2026

When Jake Garnett's life changed in the blink of an eye, access to local care became an everyday necessity. With the continuing addition of new services and equipment at Greene County Medical Center, both Jake and his mother and full-time caregiver, Beth Thielen, can rest easier knowing his needs can be met close to home.

Bomgaars Ladies’ Night Supports Greene County Medical Center Foundation

by Greene County Medical Center - January 23, 2026

Bomgaars supports the Greene County Medical Center by presenting check of proceeds from November's Ladies' Night event.

Beyond Speech Therapy

by Greene County Medical Center - January 19, 2026

James North was worried about some memory lapses, but found the help and reassurance he needed with 21st Century Rehab's Speech Therapist, Katelyn Goettsch.

Protect Your Brain. Preserve Your Independence

by Greene County Medical Center - January 16, 2026

Simple lifestyle changes may provide an up to a 70% reduction of the risk of developing dementia. Greene County Public Health hosts the Brain Help & Hope series to help you learn how.

Spread the Love: Valentines Wanted for Extended Care Residents

by Greene County Medical Center - January 16, 2026

Greene County Medical Center invites everyone to shower our Extended Care patients with a show of love this Valentine's Day. Drop off or mail a simple greeting to make their day a very special one.

Serving Up Leadership with a Smile

by Greene County Medical Center - December 19, 2025

Director of Nutritional and Environmental Services at Greene County Medical Center, Molly Rowe, makes a positive impact and gains recognition for her leadership skills at a statewide retreat.

Turn Downtime into a Degree Boost

by Greene County Medical Center - December 19, 2025

Greene County Medical Center Foundation and Auxiliary offer scholarship opportunities to students from the service area or those who work at the medical center. Applications are open now, online and quick and easy to fill and submit.

Greene County Medical Center Launches Online Community Calendar

by Greene County Medical Center - December 05, 2025

Visitors to gcmchealth.com can now easily find the schedules for specialty providers, special events, fundraisers and clinic closures in one convenient location.

New Faces, Fresh Perspectives on Greene County Medical Center Foundation Board

by Greene County Medical Center - November 28, 2025

The Greene County Medical Center Foundation Board sees the retirement of long-time leaders and the introduction of new board members.

Seasoned NP and Familiar Face Returns as Newest Family Medicine Clinic Provider

by Greene County Medical Center - November 28, 2025

Kayla Promes, FNP, who was born and raised in Jefferson brings extensive, nationally-derived experience to her new role as a primary care provider at the Family Medicine Clinic.

Community Focused: Greene County Community Foundation Grants Support Greene County Medical Center

by Greene County Medical Center - November 07, 2025

This past spring the Greene County Community Foundation awarded grants to the Family Medicine Clinic and Ever Greene Ridge. That support has resulted in a new transcutaneous bilirubin meter and updated landscaping at the independent senior living community.

IHA Program Helps Shape Next Generation of Greene County Medical Center Leaders

by Greene County Medical Center - November 07, 2025

For the third consecutive year, Team Members from Greene County Medical Center have participated in the Iowa Hospital Association's statewide leadership initiative.

How a Simple Calcium Score Test Saved My Life

by Greene County Medical Center - October 10, 2025

Bill Monroe of Jefferson had no idea he had heart issues until he underwent a quick, simple and inexpensive test at Greene County Medical Center.

Kiwanis Presents Check for Pediatric Comforts at Greene County Medical Center

by Greene County Medical Center - September 26, 2025

The Kiwanis Club of Jefferson donation to the Greene County Medical Center Foundation will be used for pediatric patients in the Acute and Emergency departments.

Greene County Medical Center Foundation Seeks Support from Local Producers In planting seeds of hope for a healthier tomorrow through the Gifts of Grain program

by Greene County Medical Center - September 05, 2025

By making a donation of grain to the Greene County Medical Center Foundation, local farmers have the opportunity to go beyond feeding others and help to provide their support in building healthier Greene County communities.

Expert Intervention: A Patient’s Path to Healing at the Greene County Medical Center Wound Clinic

by Greene County Medical Center - August 29, 2025

Molly Hupp, one of the Wound Care Clinic's first patients, shares an amazing story of healing with the help of Kaitlyn Bravek, PA-C, Karlee Neuhalfen, BSN, RN, WCN and Katie Nelson, RN.

Changing the Image of Local Healthcare

by Greene County Medical Center - July 07, 2025

Greene County Medical Center leadership announces they will be installing a new Magnetic Resonance Imaging Unit (MRI) in the Imaging Department. Minor construction will be required in anticipation of the machine's delivery in the next six to nine months.

Greene County Medical Center Foundation Tournament is Golf that Gives Back

by Greene County Medical Center - June 20, 2025

Greene County Medical Center's Stethoscopes & Stetsons Golf Tournament kicked off the annual Bell Tower Festival and raised funds for programs, services and equipment needs as well as seed money for the 2026 Bell Tower Festival.

Greene County Medical Center Auxiliary and Foundation Name Six Scholarship Recipients

by Greene County Medical Center - May 30, 2025

Area high school and college students were recently named scholarship recipients by the Greene County Medical Center Auxiliary and Foundation. In total, $9,000 was distributed to six students who are pursuing careers in any healthcare-related field.

Greene County Medical Center Highlights Live-Saving Benefits of Calcium Scoring Test

by Greene County Medical Center - May 09, 2025

Quick, painless and affordable test at Greene County Medical Center gives healthcare providers invaluable information on the early signs of heart disease. Calcium score testing plays a pivotal role in preventing heart attacks and saving lives and helping patients make lifestyle changes and get necessary treatments before their condition worsens.

Greene County Medical Center Nurses and Support Staff Honored for Defining a New Level of Caring

by Greene County Medical Center - May 09, 2025

On Thursday, May 8, it was standing room only for the annual Greene County Medical Center DAISY & Partner of Nursing Awards ceremony. Six support staff Team Members and 15 nurses were nominated to receive these awards. Recently retired Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Laurie Connolly, gave a moving speech about the special relationship between nurses and providers and how nurses and their support teams are the eyes and ears for providers when they are not able to be with a patient.

DOT Physicals Now Available At Greene County Medical Center

by Greene County Medical Center - April 05, 2024

Greene County Medical Center Occupational Medicine provider, Diana Smith, is now certified to offer Department of Transportation (DOT) physicals in Jefferson.

Do You Qualify for Preventative Lung Cancer Screening at Greene County Medical Center?

by Greene County Medical Center - November 23, 2022

Lung cancer accounts for more deaths than breast cancer, pancreatic cancer and prostate cancer combined. The good news is that early detection increases the chance for survival. High risk individuals who meet the qualifications can receive a CT low-dose lung cancer screening at Greene County Medical center as part of their preventative care.

Why You Should Not Put Off Your Annual Mammogram

by Greene County Medical Center - November 02, 2022

Greene County Medical Center's imaging department addresses some of the most common reasons why women may put off having a mammogram and explains why getting one annually is important in early detection of Breast Cancer.

Do You Know the Signs & Symptoms of a Stroke? Part 1

by Greene County Medical Center - October 25, 2022

In this first of a two-part series, we discuss the importance of recognizing the signs and symptoms of a stroke and how getting immediate care can mitigate some symptoms.