Gunnison Valley Hospital provides specialized medical services including podiatry and gynecology to the Gunnison community, offering both surgical and non-surgical treatment options designed to allow patients to receive care close to home.
Podiatry and Foot Care
The hospital's podiatry department specializes in diagnosing and treating various foot and ankle disorders. Available services include care for sports injuries, fractures, trauma, arthritis, and plantar fasciitis, as well as diabetic foot care and bunion correction.
Specialized Surgical Options
Patients can receive specialized podiatric care from Doctor Viliami Vakautakakala at the Apex Foot and Ankle Institute or Doctor Tyler Jolley at Elite Ankle and Foot. Both providers utilize surgical and non-surgical approaches to restore foot health and functionality.
When surgical intervention is required, procedures are performed at Gunnison Valley Hospital. Available surgical options include total ankle replacement, tendon reconstruction, flat foot reconstruction, and minimally invasive foot surgery. The hospital also provides diabetic limb preservation procedures.
Gynecologic Services
Gunnison Valley Gynecology provides specialized women's health services through visiting gynecologists Sean G. Haskett, M.D. and Cameron D. Lowry, M.D. The department offers services for women of all ages, ranging from annual wellness exams and cervical cancer screenings to menopause care and hormonal management.
Women's Surgical Care
The gynecology department also performs various surgical procedures at the hospital, including hysterectomies, bladder lifts for pelvic organ prolapse repair, and ovarian cyst removal. The facility also provides diagnostic laparoscopic procedures and other gynecologic surgeries as medically indicated.
Financial Assistance and Billing
Gunnison Valley Hospital provides several financial resources to assist patients with medical billing. The hospital offers online payment options for medical bills via credit or debit cards. While the hospital bills insurance companies first, patients remain responsible for remaining balances, including deductibles and co-payments.
Patient Financial Support
The hospital provides support for patients without insurance through a Patient Financial Counselor. Additionally, a staff member representing the Division of Family Services is available to assist patients with applications for Medicaid or other government assistance programs.
Discounts for essential services are offered based on family size and income. The hospital maintains a policy of serving all patients regardless of their ability to pay.
Comprehensive Medical Services
The facility's medical staff includes several specialists, such as Ryan Blad, NP, David T. Savage, DPM, and Kayla Olson, APRN, FNP-BC. The hospital's comprehensive service list includes outpatient care, diagnostic imaging, wound clinics, and emergency care.
