MercyOne Elkader Medical Center

MercyOne Elkader Medical Center Experts you trust for all your health and wellness needs. For assistance after hours call (563) 245-7000.

This number is staffed 24 hours a day, seven days a week. In an emergency, call 911 or go to your nearest Emergency Department.

In 2021, life with two toddlers felt typical for the Borys family. Like many parents, they assumed the challenges they f...
04/06/2026

In 2021, life with two toddlers felt typical for the Borys family. Like many parents, they assumed the challenges they faced were simply part of early childhood. However, in December 2023, the family sensed something more was going on.

Their son James was diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder, Level 2 — just eight months before kindergarten. Instead of despair, the diagnosis brought clarity and a path forward.

By February 2024, James began speech and occupational therapy at MercyOne. Early sessions were challenging, but therapists met him where he was, helping him build communication, flexibility and coping skills. Within months, his behavior improved, and daily routines became easier for the entire family.

Around the same time, the family learned that their daughter Ellie also needed support. After an ADHD diagnosis, she began occupational therapy at MercyOne and made progress with regulation and social engagement.

By August 2024, James met his developmental goals and was discharged from therapy. That fall, he started kindergarten alongside his peers. Within weeks, he met his communication goals and increased his classroom participation.

With the right support, James didn’t just start kindergarten — he thrived. > https://bit.ly/3Mdojvp

04/05/2026

Happy Easter! We wish all those who celebrate a day filled with loved ones, friends and faith as you celebrate the resurrection of Christ.

Every person matters. Every story matters. Every voice matters. https://bit.ly/3uMwkIW

On this Good Friday, may the Lord's grace and glory surround and accompany you.Every person matters. Every story matters...
04/03/2026

On this Good Friday, may the Lord's grace and glory surround and accompany you.

Every person matters. Every story matters. Every voice matters. https://bit.ly/3uMwkIW

Marsheen could basically only wear wide-fitting tennis shoes until her bilateral bunionectomy surgery with MercyOne. Now...
04/02/2026

Marsheen could basically only wear wide-fitting tennis shoes until her bilateral bunionectomy surgery with MercyOne. Now, she’s enjoying both comfort and cute shoes again. 👠

“My feet were terribly deformed and now they’re perfect — but now I have a propensity to buy any shoes that are cute…I have a lot of choices 🤗. Very happy with the results!” — Marsheen

Step into relief and renewed mobility with MercyOne’s trusted podiatry experts. 👉 https://bit.ly/4bEMqO0

🌼Colleagues are hopping 🐰 into the Easter spirit with a campus-wide egg hunt🥚for both colleagues and patients —spreading...
04/01/2026

🌼Colleagues are hopping 🐰 into the Easter spirit with a campus-wide egg hunt🥚for both colleagues and patients —spreading joy across campus.

Interested in joining our team? 👉 https://bit.ly/3ZRWoFD

03/31/2026

It’s Tuesday — time to talk with a recruiter! 💚

Chat with MercyOne clinical recruiters from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. every Tuesday. Get your questions answered and explore openings. Learn more and let us know you’re coming: https://bit.ly/4oteMNX

Follow MercyOne Careers for more opportunities!

Happy National Doctors’ Day! 💚🩺Today, like every day, we are grateful for the dedication, compassion and expertise our d...
03/30/2026

Happy National Doctors’ Day! 💚🩺

Today, like every day, we are grateful for the dedication, compassion and expertise our doctors show every day. Thank you for your tireless work and unwavering commitment to our Mission and keeping our communities healthy. https://bit.ly/3EFjYgs

Happy National Doctors’ Day! 💚🩺Join us in celebrating the MercyOne physicians who care for our communities with compassi...
03/30/2026

Happy National Doctors’ Day! 💚🩺

Join us in celebrating the MercyOne physicians who care for our communities with compassion and expertise every day. Leave a comment below to share your thanks—we’ll pass your messages along to our doctors as we honor them today!

Find a MercyOne doctor near you. > https://bit.ly/3EFjYgs

“I lost over 120 pounds — but that number only makes sense when you know where it started.”For Bryon, the decision to ch...
03/26/2026

“I lost over 120 pounds — but that number only makes sense when you know where it started.”

For Bryon, the decision to change his life came after witnessing the devastating effects of chronic illness in his family. Those experiences became a wake‑up call to stop waiting for “someday” and choose his health.

His journey began with Vertical Sleeve Gastrectomy (VSG) surgery at MercyOne Des Moines Bariatric Surgery, a turning point both physically and emotionally. Over time, weight loss came through structure and learning how to live in a new body — but the path wasn’t linear.

Life, stress, mental health and biology all played a role and Bryon experienced weight regain. Later, GLP‑1 medication helped him regain momentum — not as a shortcut, but as a tool alongside mindful eating, movement and mental health support.

Bryon’s takeaway is simple: lasting change isn’t about shame or perfection. It’s about compassion, consistency — and accepting help.

👉 Curious if weight loss surgery could be an option for you? Take our health risk assessment to start the conversation. > https://bit.ly/3Z4vXfM

Starting a career in health care is easier when you have support from day one.“The MercyOne Jump Start program helps wit...
03/24/2026

Starting a career in health care is easier when you have support from day one.

“The MercyOne Jump Start program helps with my career because I’m able to meet colleagues and learn the unit early. I’m getting paid to finish my schooling, which is especially motivating as an out‑of‑state student—it helps a lot with tuition.” — Olivia, MercyOne Jump Start RN 💚🩺

MercyOne’s Jump Start program allows students to gain hands‑on experience, build connections and earn income while completing their education. Learn more. > https://bit.ly/4knINP0

03/23/2026

Numbness, tingling or shock-like sensations in your thumb and fingers? It could be carpal tunnel syndrome. A MercyOne orthopedic surgeon explains. https://bit.ly/4k91bdn

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MercyOne Elkader Medical Center

At MercyOne Elkader Medical Center, we strive and are committed to providing the highest quality healthcare in a multitude of settings. We focus on staying current with the constant achievements and evolving technologies in the services we provide.

MercyOne Elkader Medical Center works collaboratively with its community, patient population and providers to achieve excellence in health care, respect for life, and respect for each other.

Our hospital is a 25-bed Critical Access Hospital with constant attention to improving quality of care. Our patients receive personalized care close to home. Our staff is connected to the patients and the community through the variety of services offered locally.