Only healthcare facility in Iowa to receive DNV Designation in four areas: Spine Surgery, Orthopedic & Spine Center of Excellence, Hip & Knee Replacement, and Shoulder Surgery.

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Dr. Nelson is a spine surgeon who spent many years working in Des Moines before returning to his hometown to pursue his hobby of farming. He sees patients in Des Moines, Fort Dodge and Webster City.

We've been named the Fort Dodge Messenger Readers’ Choice for Best Podiatry Practice!

Iowa Specialty Hospital has been named the Mason City Globe Gazette Readers’ Choice for BEST: 

• Doctors Office (Garner) 
• Hospital (Clarion) 
• Orthopedic Office (Clarion)

We are proud to offer ROSA® Knee robotic technology from Zimmer Biomet. ROSA, which stands for Robotic Surgical Assistant, is designed to help your specially-trained surgeon tailor the placement of your knee implant just for you.

ReDoc is a program that will assist in the transfer from where you currently receive healthcare to Iowa Specialty Hospitals & Clinics.  Our ReDoc Coordinator provides direct assistance every step along the journey to help match you and/or your family with the right provider and location to meet your healthcare needs.  Simply fill out the submission form to begin the process.  

Struggling to meet your weight loss goals?  Check out our Medical Weight Loss Program to see if it's right for you.