Detailed Introduction
UnityPoint Health - St. Luke's Hospital, located at 1026 A Avenue NE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52402, is a prominent healthcare institution dedicated to delivering comprehensive and compassionate medical services. While the provided address for Cathy Thorsteinsen points to "St. Luke's Medical Office Plaza, 805 A Ave E, Oskaloosa, IA 52577," and it seems to be an office plaza associated with the broader St. Luke's system, the primary website provided (stlukescr.org) redirects to UnityPoint Health - St. Luke's Hospital in Cedar Rapids, indicating it is part of this larger hospital system.
St. Luke's Hospital in Cedar Rapids is a full-service medical facility offering a vast array of inpatient, outpatient, and emergency medical services. Its mission is to "give the healthcare we'd like our loved ones to receive," focusing on demonstrably better quality in patient care, being a preferred practice environment for physicians, fostering strong partnerships with all personnel, strengthening core services, and serving as a regional resource for Eastern Iowans.
Key services and specialties include:
Primary Care: High-quality, personalized care for overall health and well-being, with coordination for specialist referrals.
Heart & Vascular Care: Nationally recognized leader with services ranging from prevention to advanced procedures like open-heart surgery, and specialty programs such as Heart Failure Clinic, Valve Clinic, and Vein Clinic. It is the area's only Accredited Chest Pain Center.
Cancer Care: Comprehensive services including diagnosis, chemotherapy, blood transfusions, and rehabilitative services for conditions like lymphedema.
Birth Care: Dedicated services for expectant mothers and newborns.
Emergency Services: 24/7 care for urgent medical needs.
Orthopedics: Services for musculoskeletal issues and sports injuries.
Rehabilitation: Inpatient and outpatient services for recovery from injury or illness, including physical therapy, occupational therapy, and speech therapy.
Pediatrics: Specialized care for children, including well-child visits, immunizations, and treatment for illnesses and injuries.
Diagnostic Imaging: Advanced technologies like CT, MRI, PET, and mammography.
Behavioral Health: Services for mental and emotional well-being.
The hospital is accredited by various organizations, including Magnet recognition for Nursing Excellence and accreditation from the American College of Cardiology for its Chest Pain Center. St. Luke's also emphasizes patient and family-centered care, offering amenities like activity carts, a chapel, cyber lounge, and a healing garden, all aimed at creating a comfortable and supportive environment for patients and visitors.
