For 50 years, Dallas County Hospital has been a trusted source of expert healthcare for you and thousands of patients throughout central Iowa. Over this time, DCH has been loyal to the community and aware of your needs. We continue to promise you one-on-one quality care.
DCH is working to meet your health needs by creating a culture dedicated to meeting our six pillars of excellence
Finance
* Quality
* Service
* Growth
* Community
* People
* Finance:
Critical Access Hospital designation was awarded to Dallas County Hospital in July 2001, since then we have been able to offer you and your family expanded services such as new equipment and state-of-the-art facilities
QUALITY
DCH continues to improve skills and equipment to provide safe, high quality care for you. We take part in National Care and Quality Standards to make sure you are well taken care of. We also want you to be more involved with your visits, which is why we have implemented a brand new computer system to make visits easier and safer and implemented health literacy procedures so you know the best way to take care of yourself.
SERVICE
At DCH we continue to add new services and doctors to improve your overall care. We understand there are many dimensions to care, from education to prevention to taking care of illnesses. DCH offers programs on diabetes and COPD. We also continue to grow our Specialty Clinics so that the best services are offered to you close to home including general surgery, bone and joint surgeon, and kidney specialities. Other services offered to you are Davita Dialysis Center, PET scan, midwifery, and support groups. You do not have to drive long distances to get great care!
GROWTH
At DCH we know you have choices in healthcare. This is why we have built the Spring Valley Retirement Center, remodeled areas in the Hospital such as the 10th St. Bistro and emergency room, and built the South Addition which house a new main entrance, registration, specialty clinics, and a brand new gift shop. DCH is growing in every way to serve you better.
COMMUNITY
DCH is a part of your community. We participate in a variety of events including the Safe and Healthy Halloween, Health Fair, and Support Groups. We are very interested in understanding our community members and teaching families how to protect themselves.
From hosting classes for DMACC to simply being "open" 24 hours a day, DCH is here for you!
PEOPLE
DCH values the role all clinical and support staff play in saving lives and preventing disease on a daily basis. The hospital is staffed by highly trained professionals that know their patient as a friend and neighbor - not another "filled bed".
Our employees are given the opportunity to grow within their position, encouraged to participate within in their community, and determined to make a difference.
History Of Dallas County Hospital
** Our History **
Originally known as the King’s Daughter’s Hospital, Dallas County Hospital was founded in 1954 and is a 25-bed critical access hospital serving patients from Dallas, Greene, Guthrie, and Boone counties. The hospital is governed by a Board of Trustees with seven members elected by the residents of Dallas County. Over the years, Dallas County Hospital has continued to focus on providing the highest quality healthcare to the people we serve through our knowledgeable staff and physicians, up-to-date facility and modern equipment.
Our mission at Dallas County Hospital is “To improve the health of the people we serve”, and our vision is “Partnering to deliver quality healthcare now and into the future through passionate caregivers with open arms.” Today, we strive to bring specialized healthcare services such as radiology including mammography, chemotherapy, surgical, lab services and therapy services close to home. From wellness and prevention, to the common cold or a serious illness, our physicians and staff continue to recognize their responsibility to serve the community and set the standard in compassionate, convenient and cost-effective medical care.
