Avera Holy Family Hospital

Avera Holy Family Hospital is a licensed 25-bed critical access hospital located in Emmet County, IA. It's a comprehensive medical facility owned by Avera Health, a health ministry rooted in the Gospel. With a tradition of service inspired by the Sisters of the Benedictine and Presentation orders, Avera Holy Family serves the health needs of north-central Iowa and southern Minnesota with accessible, cost-effective care.

• Parking spaces are available for patients and visitors to the north and south of the facility.
• Emergency patients and visitors may enter through the emergency department entrance on the south side of the building. All other patients and visitors are welcome to enter through the main front entrance.
• Most general care areas welcome visitors during the day.
• The main doors to the facility lock after 5 PM on weeknights for security purposes.
• On Sundays, the main entrance is open 10:45 AM – 12:45 PM, for Club Café guests.
• We recommend no more than two visitors at a time. Minors and dependent adults must be accompanied by a responsible adult. Check with our staff about visitor hours.
• We may restrict visitors, temporarily close and adjust hours to protect the safety of patients and staff.
• Find a quiet place for prayer or meditation in the chapel on campus.
• If you have concerns or a complaint about your care:
  • Contact the department or clinic manager.
  • For written concerns or complaints, contact the hospital’s main phone number and ask to speak to the risk management department.
  • Should you have a concern that is unresolved, you have the right to contact the Department of Inspections and Appeals of Iowa – Health Facilities Division at 6200 Park Ave., Suite 100, Des Moines, IA 50321, or at 515-281-4115.

Volunteering makes a difference in the lives of our patients, visitors and staff. Giving to others feels good, perpetuates the spirit of caring and puts faith into action. Join the team of enthusiastic volunteers at Avera Holy Family Hospital to experience the joy and satisfaction of helping others. Learn how you can get involved by calling 712-362-6490 or submit an online application.

Avera Holy Family Hospital’s cafeteria, Club Café, offers options for breakfast and lunch Monday through Friday, with lunch offered on Sundays as well. Parking is available at the north entrance. Cash, check, card and employee badge are accepted.

Hours:

• Monday – Friday, 7 AM – 9 AM and 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM
• Sunday, 11 AM – 12:30 PM

We offer innovative imaging technology — including X-rays, ultrasound, MRI, DXA, CT scans, and digital and 3D mammography — which are available for clinical staff to order for patients making scheduled or emergent visits. We also offer nuclear medicine via mobile unit. Experts conduct comfortable and quick imaging, so you receive accurate diagnosis which will determine the right treatment for your health.

Location: 1st Floor

Avera Holy Family Hospital offers 3D and digital mammograms, an important health screening for women ages 40 and older. Request an appointment at this location or call 712-362-2631.

Location: 1st Floor

Right inside our facility, you have access to a wide range of laboratory services that contribute to accurate diagnoses of medical conditions. Expert specialists conduct safe and reliable lab testing, helping you and your provider get the results you need to start an effective and personalized treatment plan.

Location: 1st Floor

This location also offers Avera Lab Direct Access Testing, which lets you quickly and confidentially order a variety of tests without a doctor’s order. These tests help you monitor ongoing risks — such as complete blood count, glucose, lipids or hemoglobin — but shouldn’t be a replacement from the personalized care of your primary care provider.

Hours: Monday – Friday: 7 AM – 4 PM

Location: 1st Floor

Visit Avera's experts in Estherville for comprehensive treatment of wounds, burns and therapy. You have access to the latest technology and treatment measures, including:

• Compression wrapping
• Debridement
• Gradient compression garments
• Manual lymphatic drainage
• Orthotics
• Pain management
• Pressure relief appliances such as mattresses, cushions, etc.
• Specialized dressings
• Therapeutic exercise
• Topical medications

Clinic Times: Tuesday and Thursday, 7:30 AM – 4:30 PM

Location: 1st Floor

For appointments, please call 712-362-6431.

Our clinic specializes in minimally invasive treatment options to alleviate pain. These procedures include:

• Injections — including steroids — for joints, spine, muscles and trigger points
• Nerve blocks
• Neurolytic procedures
• Radiofrequency ablation (RFA) for for chronic pain performed with COOLIEF^® radiofrequency for multiple areas and iovera° for hips and knees

Clinic Time: Thursday, 8 AM – 4 PM

Location: 1st Floor

For appointments, please call 712-362-6152.

For an appointment to see a visiting physician, talk to your primary care physician or call Avera Holy Family Hospital at 712-362-2631. Outreach specialty services include:

• Behavioral health counseling
• Cardiology
• Dermatology
• ENT
• Orthopedics
• Podiatry
• Surgery
• Urology

The best way to know your unique risk for cardiovascular disease is with a Planet Heart screening — available for men ages 40+ and women ages 45+. Most patients get both screenings done with one appointment. Call us today to schedule your personalized appointment in Estherville, IA.

• The $75 heart screening includes: calcium score CT, blood pressure, cholesterol and limited nutrition and tobacco cessation counseling (as needed).
• The $75 vascular screening includes: carotid artery screening, abdominal aortic aneurysm screening, lung scan and peripheral artery disease screening.
• The all-in-one, $125 screening includes everything listed for the heart and vascular screenings.

You must have an appointment before coming to this screening. Give us a call at 712-362-6137.

Avera Holy Family Hospital offers a wide range of business health services for Estherville, IA, and nearby communities — helping employers enhance the health of their employees. We offer services and tests to prepare individuals for employment and help maintain employees’ health. For more information, call 712-362-2631.

This location offers several outpatient services, including infusions, chemotherapy and same-day surgery.

• IV infusions of medications or fluids – treats an illness, chronic disorder or other health condition; requires a doctor’s referral
• Chemotherapy – treats health conditions; ordered by your health care provider; preauthorization with insurance is available
• Same-day surgery – for minor injuries and conditions; ordered by your health care provider; preauthorization with insurance is available

Telemedicine gives you and your care team immediate access to specialized personnel via two-way video, if needed for your care. These specialists act as extra eyes who assist your hands-on experts as they work swiftly to care for or stabilize you. Services that are available include:

• Hematology
• Hepatology
• Infectious disease
• Oncology
• Nephrology
• Pulmonology

This hospital is a swing bed provider under federal regulations, meaning that it can use hospital beds, as needed, to provide either acute or skilled nursing facility care. Post-hospital extended care services provided in a swing bed hospital are allowed coverage under Medicare Part A. This allows a patient to continue receiving services in the hospital even though acute care is no longer required.

Avera Holy Family Foundation offers generous donors an opportunity to directly benefit the health of their community. Call 712-362-6160 to learn more from the Avera Holy Family Foundation Advisory Committee, get information about a fundraiser or make a gift. You can also make a donation online.