OTTUMWA, IA (February 2, 2026) – Ottumwa Regional Health Center (ORHC) today announced that Michael B. Scherb, MD, has joined its medical staff and will be providing orthopedic and sports medicine services to patients throughout the Ottumwa area.

Dr. Scherb is board certified in orthopedic surgery and brings more than 25 years of clinical experience caring for patients with a wide range of musculoskeletal conditions.

“We are thrilled to welcome Dr. Scherb to our growing team of specialists at Ottumwa Regional Health Center,” said Richard Bergmann, CEO of ORHC. “As a seasoned, board-certified orthopedic surgeon with more than 25 years of experience, Dr. Scherb will help us meet the growing demand for orthopedic care in our community.”

ORHC offers a wide range of orthopedic care and treatment to meet the needs of patients at every stage of life, including joint replacement, sports medicine, fracture care, arthroscopy, and foot and ankle care. The program focuses on personalized treatment plans, timely access to care, and seamless coordination from diagnosis through recovery.

Prior to joining ORHC, Dr. Scherb served as an attending orthopedic surgeon at Mason City Clinic for 19 years.

Dr. Scherb earned his medical degree from the University of Iowa in Iowa City, Iowa, and completed his orthopedic surgery residency at Orlando Medical Center in Orlando, Florida. He is a Fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) and a member of the American Orthopaedic Foot & Ankle Society and the Iowa Orthopedic Society.

“I am excited to start providing high-quality orthopedic care to the patients of southeastern Iowa,” Scherb said. “Joining the team at Ottumwa Regional Health Center is a fantastic opportunity to serve this community, and I look forward to contributing to the health and well-being of local families.”

Dr. Scherb’s clinical interests include general orthopedics, knee and hip replacement, arthroscopy and sports medicine, fracture care, and foot and ankle conditions. His experience supports the delivery of care for patients with both acute injuries and chronic orthopedic needs.

Dr. Scherb will see patients at Ottumwa Orthopedics, located at 1011 Pennsylvania Ave., Suite B, in Ottumwa. His clinical interests include general orthopedics, knee and hip replacement, arthroscopy and sports medicine, fracture care, and foot and ankle care.

Dr. Scherb will begin seeing patients on February 4th. Appointments may be scheduled by calling 641.684.2684.

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About Ottumwa Regional Health Center (ORHC) 

Ottumwa Regional Health Center is a 217-bed hospital that has served Ottumwa, Wapello County and surrounding southeast Iowa communities for more than 125 years. The hospital provides a broad range of services, including emergency care, medical and surgical care, critical care, acute rehabilitation, obstetrics, pediatrics and specialty services. These include cardiac catheterization, diagnostic and therapeutic imaging, wound care, pain management, sleep studies and pathology.

Ottumwa Regional Health Center is committed to its mission of making communities healthier. For more information, call 641.684.2300 or visit OttumwaRegionalHealth.com.