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Journey to Health: How bariatric surgery restores the joy of travel

Jul 26, 2024 | News

Over the years, Charles City resident Darin McKenna had tried countless weight loss programs. With no success and his discomfort rising, McKenna considered the Healthy You Surgical Weight Loss Program at Waverly Health Center (WHC). McKenna had a friend who had seen... Read More

Surprise Finish to Harvest

Jul 19, 2024 | News

Drew Mummelthei, of Waverly, woke up on his final day of harvest with pain in his stomach. With a lot of work to do, he knew he needed to jump in the tractor and get going. As his day continued, so did his pain. His son Andy had to help him get in and out of the farm... Read More

WHC nationally recognized for its commitment to quality care for heart attacks and strokes

Jul 15, 2024 | News

Waverly Health Center (WHC) has received the American Heart Association’s Mission: Lifeline ® EMS Gold achievement award for its commitment to offering rapid and research-based care to people experiencing the most severe form of heart attacks and strokes, ultimately... Read More

Aneurysm to Anthem: Cardiac Rehab Success

Jul 9, 2024 | News

An ascending thoracic aortic aneurysm (ATAA) is a weak spot where the aorta joins the heart, causing an outward bulge. This condition can be hereditary, which is the case for Waverly native Jim Koch. Koch’s grandfather and father were both diagnosed with an ATAA. His... Read More