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Covered with Confidence: Insurance Insights
October 17, 2025
Navigating insurance coverage and health care costs can feel overwhelming, but Mississippi Valley Surgery Center (MVSC) makes the process simple. Serving patients from eastern Iowa and western Illinois, MVSC accepts all major insurance plans – including UnitedHealthcare, Blue Cross Blue…
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Helping Patients Heal Safely and Confidently
August 19, 2025
At Mississippi Valley Surgery Center (MVSC), patient care doesn’t end when the surgery is over. It extends into every step of the recovery process, including how we manage medications, educate patients and minimize risk, especially when it comes to narcotics.…
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THE HEART OF HEALTHCARE: Celebrating National Nurses Week
May 8, 2025
THE HEART OF HEALTH CARE: CELEBRATING NATIONAL NURSES WEEK Think about the last experience you had in a health care setting – from routine visits to planned procedures and beyond, nurses are at the core of the care you receive.…
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Sports Injury Care: Get Back in the Game Faster
April 14, 2025
As the weather warms up and outdoor activities kick off, athletes, weekend warriors and sports parents alike are eager to get back into action. Whether you’re taking the kids to the baseball diamond or swinging a bat yourself, training for…
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Gut Check: Understanding Common GI Conditions
March 6, 2025
When was the last time you listened to your gut? After all, your digestive system does much more than process food — it also impacts your energy, immune function and overall health. That’s why even small, persistent symptoms shouldn’t be…
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Navigating Life with Crohn’s and Colitis: Exploring local stories
November 26, 2024
For millions of people living with Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis, digestive health is a daily challenge. However, with the right care and support, managing these conditions becomes a little easier. Crohn’s disease and colitis, which fall under the umbrella…
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Staying Healthy this Cold and Flu Season: Simple Tips to Protect Yourself
October 22, 2024
As the leaves change color and temperatures drop, another season is upon us: cold and flu season. At Mississippi Valley Surgery Center, we’re dedicated to helping our community stay healthy throughout the year. From November to February, respiratory illnesses peak,…
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Strengthening Our Foundation: Your Guide to Bone and Joint Health
October 4, 2024
As autumn settles in and October unfolds, we’re not just welcoming cooler temperatures and vibrant fall foliage. This month also marks Bone and Joint Health Awareness Month, an important time to focus on the intricate system that supports our every…
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Celebrating Dr. Hoffman’s Retirement and Introducing Dr. Moe and Dr. McGowan
August 13, 2024
After a remarkable and distinguished career in medicine, Dr. John Hoffman is retiring from his work as an orthopaedic surgeon. An original founder of Mississippi Valley Surgery Center (MVSC), Dr. Hoffman practiced orthopaedics in the Quad Cities for nearly 40…
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Dr. Hoffman turns to fellow MVSC surgeon Dr. Dolphin for his own procedure
July 12, 2024
Choosing the right provider for any surgery takes trust and confidence. That was no different when one of Mississippi Valley Surgery Center’s own orthopaedic surgeons, Dr. John Hoffman, needed surgery himself as he was experiencing significant leg pain that became…
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Girl on the Go: One Athlete’s Story of Recovery
July 10, 2024
More than three million girls in the U.S. play at least one high school sport. Among the most popular are volleyball, soccer and softball. Penny Kline plays all three. The 14-year-old Geneseo girl started playing sports when she was just…
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Why Patients Choose Outpatient Surgery Centers
June 28, 2024
The Surgery Center Next Door: Why Patients Choose Outpatient Surgery Centers Between vacations, kids’ activities and enjoying the sunshine, summer is a jam-packed season. If you’re planning to have a surgical procedure, don’t assume it will derail your summer. Depending…
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