October 17, 2024
Mahaska Health is pleased to welcome Jay Blomme, MD, a board-certified and Fellowship trained Family Medicine Physician and Sports Medicine Physician who specializes in Pain Management to their esteemed team of healthcare providers. Dr. Blomme completed his medical degree at the University of Iowa, Carver College of Medicine, where he was a member of the Carver Rural Iowa Scholarship Program. He completed his residency at John Peter Smith Hospital in Fort Worth, Texas, followed by a fellowship in Sports Medicine. His experience includes providing medical coverage at various sports events and clinics, enhancing his proficiency in musculoskeletal (MSK) medicine.
Alongside serving patients on the Mahaska Health campus, Dr. Blomme will also be providing more sideline coverage at Oskaloosa and William Penn sporting events. Adding to the Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine team, with more Fellowship-trained Orthopaedic Specialists than anyone in the region, Dr. Blomme will provide innovative solutions and the latest technology to help community members enjoy an active, pain free life. Mahaska Health’s Orthopaedics department is recognized with the Joint Replacement Excellence Award by Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield of Iowa, the organization’s commitment to providing physician-led healthcare in the region.
“We are thrilled to have Dr. Blomme join our Orthopedics and Sports Medicine teams,” shared Jon Gehrke, MD, FAAOS, Mahaska Health Chief of Staff and Orthopaedic Medical Director. “His expertise will further enhance our ability to help our patients achieve their best health, whether they’re recovering from an injury or striving to improve their athletic performance.”
Dr. Jay Blomme recently relocated to Oskaloosa with his wife, Erica Blomme, MD, who also practices at Mahaska Health, as a Hospitalist on the Internal Medicine Team. The Blomme Doctors are looking forward to becoming involved in the community.
Mahaska Health Welcomes Jay Blomme, MD, a board-certified Family Medicine Physician and Sports Medicine Physician who specializes in Pain Management to their esteemed team of healthcare providers.
About Mahaska Health:
Mahaska Health is committed to providing compassionate, patient-centered care, state-of-the-art facilities, and outstanding healthcare to Oskaloosa, surrounding communities, and the southeast Iowa region. With a caring and compassionate team of professionals, Mahaska Health is a physician and nurse-led hospital dedicated to the health and well-being of the communities we serve with kindness and empathy.
