Rio Grande Hospital is a critical access hospital with a broad range of services, including emergency care, surgery, orthopedics, cardiology, dermatology, pulmonary rehabilitation, wound care and a swing-bed program, ensuring residents can access comprehensive care without traveling far from home. The hospital was named a “Top 20 Critical Access Hospital” by the National Rural Health Association in 2026. A dedicated team of specialists delivers care across cardiology, ophthalmology, OB/GYN, surgery and ENT, while the hospital’s advanced wound care center pairs advanced wound management with hyperbaric oxygen therapy in coordination with patients’ primary physicians. Rio Grande Hospital’s wellness center, as well as its cardiac and pulmonary rehabilitation programs, reflect a commitment to preventive care and long-term health management beyond acute services. The hospital also offers telehealth services to extend access to specialty care for patients across the geographically expansive rural region.
