Foundation Scholarships

Are you pursuing a degree in healthcare? Consider applying for a scholarship from the Madison County Health Trust Foundation!

Applications due April 1, 2026

Apply Here

Experience healthcare beyond expectations

Our dedicated team offers a comprehensive range of services, from Family Practice to Specialty Care. Our recent accolades include the Top Workplace Recognition and the Critical Access Hospital Recognition. These awards highlight our positive workplace culture and excellence in patient satisfaction. As your trusted healthcare partner, we value continuity of care, connecting you to specialists and creating personalized treatment plans. We are committed to ensuring every individual receives the quality care they deserve.

Patient Billing & Price Transparency

Online Bill Pay as well as information about financial assistance, price transparency and cost of care are here.

Medical Records Request

Find an Authorization for Release of Information form and instructions here.

Madison County Hospital
300 W. Hutchings Street
Winterset, Iowa 50273
515-462-2373

Health Trust Physicians Clinic
300 W. Hutchings St., Ste 100 & 110
Winterset, Iowa 50273
515-462-2950

Earlham Medical Clinic
125 W. 1st Street
Earlham, Iowa 50072
515-758-2907

Healthcare Update:
Welcome Our Newest Providers at EMC

Ambrose Munro, MD & Laura Hagen, ARNP

We’re excited to announce that two new providers have officially joined Earlham Medical Clinic to expand access to quality care close to home.

Please join us in welcoming Ambrose Munro, MD, and Laura Hagen, ARNP, to our growing care team. Their experience, compassion, and dedication to patient-centered care reflect our ongoing commitment to the health and well-being of the Earlham community.

Learn More About Dr. Ambrose Munro

Learn More About Laura Hagen, ARNP

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Read About Our 5-Star Care!

Madison County Health Care System

5.0

Based on 37 reviews

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Michele Marean

00:23 02 Feb 22

Patti K

03:28 03 Jan 22

Caring and compassionate staff who give excellent care.

David Balch

01:23 09 Nov 21

Sarah and the whole team were absolutely amazing! Got me back on my feet and back to work sooner than expected. Could not be more happy and satisfied with the treatment I received!!!

Julia Jarrett

19:38 09 Sep 21

Sharron McKee

00:46 02 Jul 21

After my husband broke his wrist he choose Dr. Formanek to make the repairs at the Winterset Madison County Hospital. The staff could not have been more professional as well as caring!! We will tell everyone about the fabulous care he received ♥ Thank you for making this less stressful!

Randy Roghair

14:45 21 Jun 21

Excellent care from all areas. Surgery staff and surgeon professional from the time I arrived until I was discharged. Doctor and staff explained everything and asked questions. The staff called the next day for follow up.
Lab was very friendly and professional. They shared conversation like talking to family. The Clinic staff were professional and polite. My Doctor and nurse talked and asked about questions and concerns for my visit. The explanations were at a level I could understand and then they asked if I could think of any other concerns or problems. Thank you for being there when I need you.

Sherry McBroom

02:05 18 Jun 21

I have the great pleasure to be a volunteer in the gift shop, with my sister. We enjoy what we do, and the staff are so very kind to us. I recently had some out-patient surgery. This hospital and the staff were so personable, and supportive, I didn't just feel like a number, waiting for my surgery. I highly recommend any services, Madison County Hospital offers, and it wouldn't hurt if you check out the cute little gift shop too!

Rita Martens

21:54 17 Jun 21

I have been enrolled in the Madison County Health Care System's cardiac rehab program three times. I have always found it to be top notch. The staff, Lisa, Nancy and Aaron, are very attentive to my needs and extremely well informed. They've got the extra mile for me on a number of occasions. I wholeheartedly recommend this them.

Sharon Shaull

15:38 16 Jun 21

I recently spent a month inpatient at Madison County Hospital. I had wonderful care during the time I was there. The nursing staff was attentive to my needs. The food from the cafeteria was excellent. Dr. Suddarth spent the necessary time to be sure I was receiving the proper treatment. I would highly recommend our hospital. We are very blessed to have such quality of medical care close by.

Nancy Trask

14:45 15 Jun 21

I’ve had my primary care physician here for 25 years, and I have always experienced careful attention and great medical care. Have had a couple of surgeries in the hospital, with great outcomes and never an infection — this facility maintains record-breaking low infection rates. I’m grateful to have access to healthcare that is both local and excellent.

Christina Gillespie

11:53 24 Aug 20

Probably one of the best places I've ever sought out healthcare in. Very nice and respectful.

Jennifer Jackson

00:32 30 Jul 20

If you are looking for a place with 5 star treatment - look no further! From the first visit with Dr. Formanek and his team, to the x-ray and MRI with the Radiology team, a thorough explanation about what needed to be fixed and how it would happen, an absolutely fantastic surgical experience which left me feeling like a VIP customer, to the excellent follow-up appointment, and finally physical therapy to help with the final healing process. All of this, and I never left home. Why go anywhere else - when you can have all of this in one location and some of the best customer service I have ever experienced!

Sarah Bradley

21:23 18 Jun 20

Friendly staff, clean facilities, excellent care! Highly recommend!

Fabiola Pastorino

18:21 27 Jul 19

Janet H

16:10 21 May 19

My husband and I were running errands on a Sunday when we suddenly had to make a stop at the ER in Winterset. We are not from Winterset and so we were not sure what to expect.

The ER staff and doctor were amazing! They got me in quick, took care of me and sent me on my way.

I would highly recommend! Great little hospital!

Jacque Mohs

16:51 30 Jan 19

Love Clarice Blanchard and the rest of the staff. Also love the convenience of the new urgent care clinic. Highly recommend.

Scott Allsup

10:27 28 Jun 18

Staff was great,Dr. Hensley was professional, informative and diagnosis was right on. Thanks u guys