The ISH

Experience

August 2023

IOWA SPECIALTY HOSPITALS & CLINICS

MISSION - To provide an exceptional health care experience.

VISION - To always be a progressive health care system that is a benchmark for all others.

Welcome to The ISH Experience!

The ISH Experience is a monthly newsletter offered by Iowa Specialty

Hospitals & Clinics, providing you with information and helpful tips

to help keep you and your family healthy.

A Message from the CEO...

Supposedly, July was the hottest July ever recorded. I was on RAGBRAI with 50,000 of my closest friends, and I could believe it for sure. Boy oh boy - it was hot (and hilly and humid and long). I know around the nation - record heats are being recorded, but Arizona at 120 degrees is a dry heat, not 90% humidity and that makes all the difference. (I tell people that I am usually just on “this side of a puddle” and with the humidity - I am in danger of melting.)

How does life change when we are in a climate crisis? When it’s so hot - it’s dangerous to be outside? Or even so cold - it’s dangerous to be outside? Extremes for whatever reason, are happening more often.

Healthful Tips for Back To School

Back-to-school is a busy time for both kids and parents. Coordinating schedules, making sure everyone has what they need, and just getting back into the groove can take some adjusting after the long summer break.

Parents can help make sure their children take the right precautions to make this their healthiest school year yet by following a few helpful tips.

Dan Gabrielson, DO

Dr. Dan Gabrielson is the founder of The Gabrielson Clinic for Women. He specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology, including pelvic prolapse, high risk obstetrics, all gynecological surgery, and more. His primary clinic is in Clarion, and he also sees patients at the Clear Lake Clinic.

To learn more about Dr. Gabrielson, visit our website at the link below!

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Partner Highlight - The Gabrielson Clinic for Women

We're proud to partner with The Gabrielson Clinic for Women!

The mission of The Gabrielson Clinic for Women is to provide the highest quality, personalized, compassionate healthcare through education, advocacy, and modern technology in a warm and welcoming environment.

Visit their website to learn more about the services they offer!

Visit Their Website

Boone Clinic

104 South Story Street

Boone, IA 50036

515-236-9100

Clinic Hours:

M-F: 8:30am - 4:30pm

Clear Lake Clinic

401 S 17th St

Clear Lake, IA 50428

641-357-1803

Clinic Hours:

Monday-Friday: 8:30am - 4:30pm

Clarion Clinic

1316 South Main Street

Clarion, IA 50525

515-532-9287

Clinic Hours:

M-F: 8:30am - 4:30pm

Webster City Clinic

1924 Superior Street

Webster City, IA 50595

515-832-1200

Clinic Hours:

M-F: 8:30am - 4:30pm

Wellness - August Means Zucchini

Zucchini is everywhere in August. It's plentiful, cheap and most gardeners give it away. That's why you're likely to find a big bag of zucchini at your door on any given night.

So what to do with all that zucchini? Typically, 165,000 people search for zucchini recipes in August. Check out one of the healthy ways you can use zucchini in the recipe below!

ISH Dish Podcast - We Want To Answer Your Questions!

Do you have a question that you would like us to address or a topic that you would like discussed on an upcoming podcast? Let us know by filling out our survey!

Complete Survey

Is weight loss surgery right for you?

That's a common question to have, and our providers at Iowa Weight Loss Specialists are here to help you get those answers.

Take our quick, 10-question quiz about your health, and see how they can help you take your first step on a lifelong journey to great health.

TAKE THE QUIZ

Switching your care has never been easier!

Do you have a loved one who would like to switch their care from their current provider to Iowa Specialty? We can help!

Visit our website to learn how to get started.

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Iowa Specialty Orthopedics

Our specialized Orthopedic and Spine providers are able to see patients at multiple locations. With offices in Belmond, Clarion, Des Moines, Fort Dodge, Garner, and Webster City, it's convenient for anyone to choose us for their orthopedic needs.