Christina DePrann Varina, Iowa BIOGRAPHY Christina was raised and continues to live in a small rural Iowa community with the love of her life and two little minions. She has always had an interest in art. While attending college at Buena Vista University she discovered what she was going to do with that interest; she…read more
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BVRMC Welcomes Dr. Michael Dirkx
Buena Vista Regional Medical Center and Northwest Iowa Bone, Joint and Sports Surgeons, P.C. welcome Dr. Michael Dirkx, who recently began clinic in Storm Lake. Dr. Dirkx, from Carroll, Iowa, earned his undergraduate degree from Buena Vista University. In addition, he competed for the Beavers baseball team. Dirkx went on to attend medical school at…read more
BVRMC First Embrace Receives Women’s Choice Award®
Buena Vista Regional Medical Center Receives the 2022 Women’s Choice Award® as one of America’s Best Hospitals for Obstetrics Four Years in a Row Buena Vista Regional Medical Center has been named one of America’s Best Hospitals for Obstetrics for a fourth consecutive year. According to the Women’s Choice Award®, BVRMC First Embrace Obstetrics is…read more
BVRMC Welcomes Dr. Chad Laurich
Buena Vista Regional Medical Center is proud to announce that Chad Laurich, MD,FACS,FSVS is now seeing patients at BVRMC Specialty Clinic in Storm Lake. Dr. Laurich is a Vascular & Interventional Specialist of Siouxland who comes to us from Dakota Dunes, South Dakota. His education includes: vascular surgery, residency and fellowship at the University…read more
BVRMC Radiology Tech Fights Breast Cancer with Positivity
Mandy Reese, age 41, is a busy mom of three and Radiology Tech at Buena Vista Regional Medical Center, who now also carries the title breast cancer survivor. In 2020, Mandy received her annual mammogram reminder from BVRMC. She decided it was time to get her mammogram scheduled, especially since she worked in the same…read more
Applications for BVRMC Auxiliary Scholarships Now Available
Buena Vista Regional Medical Center Auxiliary is offering three $500.00 scholarship opportunities for those looking to pursue education in a health related field. Application deadline is March 31, 2022 and winners will be awarded in April. Three categories are offered. Criteria for applicants are as follows: Category 1 Applicant must be a high school senior,…read more
Dr. Garrett Feddersen & Dr. Kyle Glienke Recognized as Hospital Heroes
On Wednesday, October 6, Dr. Garrett Feddersen, Medical Director of Emergency Services, and Dr. Kyle Glienke, Chief of Medicine/Critical Services, were recognized as 2021 Iowa Hospital Association Hospital Heroes at the Iowa Hospital Association Annual Virtual Meeting. Both doctors have been key leaders of Buena Vista Regional Medical Center during the COVID-19 pandemic. “Before…read more
BVRMC Gift Shop Donates $15,000 to the BVRMC Auxiliary
The Buena Vista Regional Medical Center Auxiliary Annual Meeting was held on September 29 at King’s Pointe Resort. The BVRMC Gift Shop presented the Auxiliary a check for $15,000 from the proceeds of the Gift Shop over the past year. The Auxiliary uses this contribution and money from membership dues, fundraisers and donations to buy…read more
Paxtons Jewelry Cake Dig & Balloon Bash
Paxtons Jewelry has once again teamed up with BVRMC’s P.i.n.k. for our annual balloon bash and cake dig fundraiser! Every $10 donation gets a chance to bash a balloon and win a gemstone. Each balloon is a winner, with chances to win gemstones like pink tourmaline, blue topaz, peridot, and many more. Winners of the…read more
Sassy Saturdays in Storm Lake
Storm Lake United and Buena Vista Regional Medical Center are pleased to announce Sassy Saturdays to be held this October in Storm Lake. You will have the opportunity to save big on 4 Saturdays: October 2, 9, 16, and 23. Take advantage of great deals and specials while supporting a worthy cause. You can participate…read more
