10/23/2026
Healthcare Expo 🩺✨
Students recently participated in the Healthcare Career Expo at the Linn County Regional Center, where they explored a variety of healthcare careers and educational pathways. From Nursing and Physical Therapy to Radiation Sciences, Respiratory Therapy, Veterinary Technology, Pharmacy, and more, students connected with professionals who shared their experiences and insights into the healthcare field.
A special thank you to the businesses, organizations, and educational programs that helped make this event a success:
⭐ Norah Hammond - Mercy Cedar Rapids
⭐ Brian Jones & Melissa Buchholz - Mercy Cedar Rapids (PT)
⭐ Riley Bradley - Kepros Physical Therapy & Performance
⭐ Amber Jedlicka & Mr. Jedlicka - Meth-Wick Community
⭐ Dawn Boettcher - Mt. Mercy St Ambrose
⭐ Katie Christensen - UnityPoint Health-St. Luke's Transitional Care Center
⭐ Amanda Lauterwasser & Team Member - Hiawatha Care Center
⭐ Team Members - The University of Iowa Radiation Sciences
⭐ Brook Swain - University of Iowa College of Pharmacy
⭐ Tim Eilers - Elite FitnessAbility Physical Therapy
⭐ John Meyer & Surgical Tech Team Members - UnityPoint Health - Cedar Rapids
Departments from Kirkwood Community College:
⭐ Feryl York & Team Member - PTA
⭐ Taylor Ullrich - Counseling Services
⭐ Jess Forman, assistants, and therapy dogs - Vet
⭐ Lauri Hughes & Lindsey Neuhaus - Nursing
⭐ Cindy Erenberger - Health
⭐ Lily Hoffnagle & RT Students - Respiratory Therapy
Thank you for investing your time, expertise, and enthusiasm in helping students explore the many opportunities available in healthcare. Your support is helping inspire the next generation of healthcare professionals!