News - Lakes Regional Healthcare

LRH Created $116 Million for Local Economy in 2025

New data released as part of the Iowa Hospital Association’s (IHA) annual community benefit and economic impact report highlights the vital role hospitals play not only in providing …

LRH Earns 5-Star Rating for Nurse and Physician Communication

Lakes Regional Healthcare (LRH) has earned five-star ratings for both nurse and physician communication, according to the most recent Hospital Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems (HCAHPS) …

New Podiatrist Joins Northwest Iowa Bone, Joint & Sports Surgeons

Northwest Iowa Bone, Joint & Sports Surgeons (NWIBJ) is welcoming podiatrist Dr. Ryan Bauermeister to its Spirit Lake office beginning August 3. For Dr. Bauermeister, the move is …

LRH Transitioning to New Avera MyChart Patient Portal

Lakes Regional Healthcare (LRH) patients will soon have access to a new patient portal with the launch of Avera MyChart on May 30. The launch of Avera …

LRH Transitioning to New Electronic Health Record

Lakes Regional Healthcare (LRH) will transition to Epic, a new electronic health record (EHR) system, on May 30 as part of the organization’s continued commitment to improving patient …

“Welcome to Medicare” Event to be Held May 12

Will you be eligible for Medicare in the near future? Have you been on Medicare for a while and want to better understand what it offers? Do you …

LRH Recognized as a 2026 Top 100 Rural and Community Hospital for 8th Year in a Row

Lakes Regional Healthcare has been named among the Top 100 Rural & Community Hospitals in the United States for the eighth year in a row by The Chartis …

LRH Accepting Applications for 8-Week Summer Junior Volunteer Program

Lakes Regional Healthcare (LRH) is planning another Junior Volunteer Program for this summer. Each year nearly 30 high school and college students assist physicians, nurses and other professional …

Affordable Radon Test Kits Available in Dickinson County

January is National Radon Action Month, a reminder for Dickinson County residents to test their homes for radon, which is a naturally occurring radioactive gas found in the …

LRH Foundation’s “Grape Escape” Signature Tasting Event and Auction Planned for February 6

This year Lakes Regional Healthcare Foundation will hold their 13th annual fundraiser called the Grape Escape to celebrate the advancements in healthcare in the Iowa Great Lakes and …