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From One Treadmill to Thousands of Lives: 40 Years of Cardiac Care at BCHC
By: Aprill MurphyAlbion, NE (June 18, 2025)– Boone County Health Center (BCHC) celebrated a significant milestone this week—40 years of Cardiac Rehabilitation services. The anniversary event brought together staff, patients, and community members to honor a department that began with a single treadmill and bike and has grown into a vital part More…
Troyers Retire After 40 Years; St. Edward and Cedar Rapids Clinics to Join BCHC
By: Aprill MurphyAlbion, NE (June 18, 2025) – After more than 40 years of dedicated service to the communities of St. Edward and Cedar Rapids, Dr. Terry and Dr. Joyce Troyer have announced their retirement from patient care. In conjunction with their retirement, the medical clinics the Troyers have operated in these More…
BCHC Hosts First-Ever Healthcare Career Camp
By: Aprill MurphyAlbion, NE (June 11, 2025) – Boone County Health Center (BCHC) proudly hosted its inaugural Healthcare Career Camp on Tuesday, June 3, providing area high school students with a unique, hands-on experience exploring the diverse careers and operations that power the healthcare industry. Open to incoming freshmen through graduating seniors, More…
Measles: Not Just a Rash
By: Boone Countyby Dr. Anthony Kusek, Chief of Staff, Boone County Health Center Measles is a highly contagious respiratory virus that spreads through the air when an infected person breathes, talks, coughs, or sneezes. While some think of measles as just a rash, it can cause serious complications—especially in young children—and may More…
Stokes Appointed Hospital Trustee; Groeteke Named Board Chair
By: Aprill MurphyAlbion, NE (May 28, 2025) –Boone County Health Center welcomes Gary Stokes as the newest member of its Board of Trustees. Stokes was officially appointed by the Boone County Commissioners at their May meeting and steps into the position previously held by Don Casper, who served on the hospital board More…
BCHC Donation Adds Life-Saving Equipment to Pool Area
By: Aprill MurphyAlbion, NE (May 14, 2025) – Boone County Health Center (BCHC) has donated an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) and secure cabinet to the Boone County Fitness Center. The AED will be installed near the pool area on the facility’s lower level—clearly visible and easily accessible during a cardiac emergency. This More…
Health Center Marks 40 Years of Cardiac Rehab Services
By: Aprill MurphyAlbion, NE (May 14, 2025) – Boone County Health Center (BCHC) will host a week-long celebration June 9–13, 2025, to honor 40 years of Cardiac Rehabilitation Services. Events are scheduled for Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, with a special community gathering on Wednesday, June 11 from 1:00–2:30 PM at the BCHC More…
How a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Can Support Your Mental Health
By: Boone Countyby Brittany Bertram, MSN, APRN, PMHNP-BC When life feels overwhelming, having the right support can make all the difference. That’s where psychiatric mental health nurse practitioners—PMHNPs—come in. These specialized providers care for people facing mental health struggles, substance use issues, and other challenges that impact their psychological well-being. PMHNPs work More…
Salwei Joins BCHC with 20 Years of PT Experience
By: Aprill MurphyAlbion, NE (April 30, 2025) – Boone County Health Center is proud to welcome Amber Salwei, Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA), to the therapy team. Amber brings with her nearly two decades of experience in physical therapy, spanning a variety of settings including outpatient care, skilled nursing, acute rehab, and home More…
Dr. Joel Travis Recognized with Outstanding Preceptor Award
By: Aprill MurphyAlbion, NE (April 23, 2025) – Boone County Health Center (BCHC) is proud to announce that Dr. Joel Travis, a family practice physician in Albion, has been named the 2025 recipient of the Marion D. and Theodore H. Koefoot, Jr., MD, Outstanding Preceptor in Rural Family Medicine Award by the More…