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View the latest announcements and updates from Van Buren County Hospital.

VBCH Expands Specialty Care with New Hand & Wrist Surgery Service

Van Buren County Hospital is pleased to announce the addition of Hand & Wrist Surgery to its growing list of specialty services. Vikas Dhawan, MD, PhD, an experienced hand, wrist and microsurgeon, will now see patients at VBCH, bringing specialized care closer to home for individuals experiencing hand and wrist conditions.

Van Buren County Hospital Offers OB/GYN Services Through New Partnership

Van Buren County Hospital is pleased to announce a new partnership with Scotland County Hospital that will bring Obstetrics and Gynecological health services to patients in Southeast Iowa.

VBCH Introduces The Pulse, a New Community Health Publication

Van Buren County Hospital is excited to introduce The Pulse, a new publication created to share helpful health information, highlight local providers and services, and connect our community with resources that support healthier lives.

Van Buren County Hospital Welcomes Dr. James Lee as Emergency Department Medical Director

Van Buren County Hospital is pleased to welcome James J. Lee, D.O., a board-certified emergency medicine physician, as the new Medical Director of the Emergency Department.

At Van Buren County Hospital, Everyone Shows Up

Van Buren County Hospital uses EPIC to train staff to provide the highest quality care, close to home.

MyChart Expanded Appointment Availability

Van Buren County Hospital has expanded the appointment availability on MyChart.

“Skills Are a Beach” at Van Buren County Hospital’s Summer Skills Fair

Keosauqua, IA – July 31, 2025 — It was all sunshine and smiles at Van Buren County Hospital (VBCH) on Wednesday, July 30, as staff gathered for the annual summer Skills Fair — this year with a fun-in-the-sun twist. Themed “Skills Are a Beach,” the event combined hands-on clinical training with festive beach vibes, creating a vibrant atmosphere that emphasized learning, teamwork, and celebration.

Van Buren County Hospital’s Senior Life Solutions Program Receives 2024 Program Expansion Award

Keosauqua, IA –Van Buren County Hospital’s Senior Life Solutions, has been named the 2024 Program Expansion Award by Psychiatric Medical Care, which manages the program.

Welcome Dr. Cheryl Quinn

Van Buren County Hospital would like to welcome Dr. Cheryl Quinn to the VBCH Clinic. Dr. Quinn will begin her work in the Keosauqua clinic on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday to start. In the future you may see her in other VBCH Clinics.

VBCH has a new collection agency.

In January we will start to use CBSI as our collection agency.

Van Buren County Hosptial Receives Chartis Award.

As part of National Rural Health Day, Van Buren County Hospital today announced it has earned a 2024 Performance Leadership Award for excellence in Patient Perspective Compiled by The Chartis Center for Rural Health

Van Buren County Hospital Renovation Project Funding.

Van Buren County Hospital is receiving two 0% interest loans through a partnership with Southern Iowa Electric Cooperative (SIEC) and United States Department of Agriculture (USDA).

MyChart Update!

The Fast Pass feature on MyChart is now live at VBCH.

Van Buren County Hospital receives recognition for participation in post-acute care initiative for stroke patients

Van Buren County Hospital has received recognition for its participation in the American Heart Association’s Mission: Lifeline Stroke post-acute care initiative to enhance guideline-based care for stroke patients, ultimately improving and prolonging lives.

VBCH Welcomes new Doctor to the VBCH Clinic Team!

Dr. Norman Wall, D.O. has joined the VBCH clinic team and will be the provider for the new Complex Care Program.

VBCH Welcomes New Provider to Their Clinic Team!

Augusta Hamaker, PA-C, is the newest provider to join the VBCH team.

Provider Spotlight: Seaira Drish Thornsberry, ARNP

Get to know our dedicated team of providers at Van Buren County Hospital!

Provider Spotlight: Kyla Yates, ARNP

Get to know our dedicated team of providers at Van Buren County Hospital!
This content was printed from the Van Buren County Hospital website at vbch.org on October 28, 2026.