Palo Alto County Hospital is one of the leading health care organizations in the United States. Located in Emmetsburg, Iowa, the hospital has been operational for more than 50 years. It comprises more than 15 freestanding clinics and community health centers. Palo Alto County Hospital offers a wide variety of services, such as inpatient and outpatient care, community health and wellness, home health aides, 24-hour emergency and critical care, cardiac rehabilitation, and respite and hospice services. The hospital also offers treatment for adrenal gland cancer; HIV and AIDS; alcohol and chemical dependency; arthritis; ear, nose and throat disorders; and mental illnesses. Additionally, it provides cancer education and support programs, cardiac home care, laboratory services, same-day surgery, pain management, childbirth classes, community lectures and screenings.