Myrtue Medical Center is a nationally recognized Top 100 Critical-Access hospital in southwest Iowa (1 of 7 CAH in the nation to be recognized 10 years!). Our integrated health care facility incorporates the Harlan, Avoca, Shelby, Elk Horn and Earling medical clinics as well as behavioral health, community health and the Petersen Family Wellness Center and Lewis Aquatic Complex. Our outpatient clinic includes a full-time general surgeon on staff and visiting specialty physicians scheduled regularly. Myrtue Medical Center take the role of quality care seriously and has been recognized for its dedication through numerous awards received.