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Only the Best for Mom and Baby

Having a child is one of life's most amazing moments. Don’t spend it worried about getting to the hospital on time. At Cherokee Regional Medical Center, you can be confident that you and your baby will get the best possible care in a comfortable, welcoming setting right here. No need to travel long distances for appointments or the delivery of your baby. Our family-centered care puts you and your family’s needs first.

Experienced Obstetrics Team

Our OB team of providers and nurses have the experience you’re looking for. We are privileged to deliver dozens of babies each year in our birthing center! Most recently, we've added a certified nurse midwife to our team of providers.

With five physicians, a certified nurse midwife, and 10 registered nurses, we’re prepared to respond 24 hours a day and welcome your little one to the world at any time. Most importantly, our team has the medical expertise for any situation, including delivery by C-section. Rely on us to make sure your birth experience goes safely and smoothly.

A Brand New Modern Birthing Center

Cherokee Regional Medical Center's brand new, state-of-the-art birthing center is one of the most inviting birthing units in Northwest Iowa. Unveiled in December 2025, the new facility was designed to make the birthing experience memorable and comfortable for mother, baby and family, our birthing center includes four spacious rooms to accommodate labor and delivery as well as postpartum care.

What to expect:

  • Labor, deliver, and recover all in the same room
  • Large private bathroom with a tub
  • Streaming TV
  • Pullout couch for family and visitors
  • Catered celebratory postpartum meal with your choice of prime rib or pasta. 
  • Access to certified lactation consultants
  • So much more

For more information, call 712-225-5101. If you have a medical emergency, call 911.

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That’s the Cherokee Regional Medical Center difference.

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Emergency Expertise

Our specially trained team provides experienced emergency care and will call upon the full expertise of any hospital specialist as needed. You’re in good hands at the Cherokee Regional Medical Center ER.

Advanced Technology

Advanced Technology

Modern facilities and the latest proven medical technology is at the ready for use in any critical care situation.

Transport

Transport

Our Emergency Services are equipped with skilled Paramedics and EMTs and leading-edge medical equipment for the safe transport of patients to the Cherokee Regional Medical Center or transfer elsewhere for care as needed.

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Hear From Who We’ve Helped

Ogren Family

Jeannette is amazing and all of the nurses did an awesome job with our care. The new OB department is so nice and feels warm and cozy. We had such a wonderful experience.”