Is a urological problem making your life uncomfortable, difficult, or frustrating? Many urological conditions can be painful, embarrassing, or even could be signs of something much more serious. There are many reasons patients should see a Urologist. Below is a list of common reasons for seeking out this care. *Blood in your urine *Enlarged prostate urinating too often - day or night *Kidney stones *Cancer of the prostate, kidney or bladder *Poor bladder control *Painful urination *Male sexual problems *Chronic Urinary Tract Infections Hutchinson Health's Urologist, Dr. Nathan Hoffman is available to take appointments in-person and through video visits. If you are interested in seeing him in any format, please call us at 320-484-4720 and we will match you with the best type of appointment for your needs. If distance is a ... Continue Reading
State Farm Appreciates Hutchinson Health
This week, Thursday and Friday, May 14th and 15th, we are excited to honor employees of all Hutchinson Health Clinics and Hutchinson Health Hospital! We’re teaming up with Qdoba-Hutchinson to provide you a free entree...just show your Hutch Health work ID. ... Continue Reading
COVID FAQ #2
COVID -19 FAQ #2 What do I do if I want to get tested? Testing will be by appointment only and collected through the drive up process. Appointments are required to ensure we have everything we need before you arrive. This will provide a safe, efficient process for you and our team. Our scheduling team is available M-F from 8am-4:30pm starting Monday May 4th to help you make your appointment for testing. You will be asked a few short screening questions when you call to schedule. Your answers are very important to help us make the process go smoothly, so please be patient with our team as they go through these questions. If you arrive at the testing site without an appointment, the team will not be prepared to collect your sample. You will be asked to exit the drive up line and to call our scheduling line. A minimum of two hours is ... Continue Reading
Drive up COVID testing FAQ #1
As we finalize our drive up COVID-19 testing which starts Monday, May 4th, we will share some common FAQ's to keep you informed. Here is FAQ #1. What kind of testing are you doing and who can be tested? Hutchinson Health will be collecting a nasopharyngeal swab (a deep nasal swab) for PCR testing. This will test for CURRENT infection. Blood tests, also known as antibody testing, are what show a history of infection. The blood test is NOT available at this time. Any patient who CURRENTLY has symptoms consistent with COVID19 (Fever, cough, sore throat, shortness of breath or new loss of taste or smell) can be tested. Check our website for the latest details on our drive up testing as they are posted. ... Continue Reading
Video Visit Fun
Creative ways our Speech-Language Pathologists use during their video visits keep Mr. Potato Head busy. For this visit Carlene Johnson, SL-P, was telling the child what parts to put where, so working on direction following, Then in another video visit later , she and the patient had the same set so they copied each other’s. Making learning fun. “This epidemic is going to change how we do lots of things in this world. With Video visits being used on wifi, we are able to go anywhere and still get therapy, even in the camper!” ~ mom of patient. ... Continue Reading
Drive up COVID-19 Testing Starts May 4th
Hutchinson Health is hard at work expanding COVID -19 testing at our facility starting Monday, May 4th. We are working through the details for an expanded drive up collection option to make it safe and easy. Testing will only be available for patients with symptoms and after a screening process has been completed. The COVID- 19 test is a nasal swab collected right in your vehicle. Please check our website for further instructions as details are released. ... Continue Reading
Take Care of your Feet
As we wrap up National Foot Health Month it is important to remember to maintain any health concerns for your feet. Get your feet ready for summer. “I consider myself the first step to quality foot care. I enjoy working with all patients, including geriatric care and sports related injuries — from routine, preventative care to bunions. The foot is my specialty and my focus.”~ Dr. David Maher Dr. David Maher specializes in general podiatric care from treating simple ingrown toe nails to more complex surgical procedures. Other treatment areas include heel pain, hammer toes, corns, warts, diabetic shoes, and injuries. Call 320-234-3290 to schedule an appointment. ... Continue Reading
A Note from Dr. Emily Zoulek
It is with mixed emotions that I am announcing my exit from my practice at Hutchinson Health and the State of Minnesota, effective July 5th, 2020. It has been a great pleasure providing for your health care needs over the years, and it is not easy for me to say goodbye. As of July 5th, 2020, other members of the Hutchinson Health group will be available to you for your care. Resources on these providers can be seen here: https://hutchhealth.com/medical-services/birth-care-center/ I am pleased that you have the opportunity to have any of them as your physician. They are all well‑trained, compassionate, and engaged providers who would love nothing more than to stand by your side for your healthcare needs. While leaving my practice was a very hard decision, I feel confident and proud to have left my patients in these provider’s ... Continue Reading
