OSKALOOSA — Mahaska Health welcomes Ronald Collins, MD, to its Inpatient Care Team. Dr. Collins is a board-certified Hospitalist specializing in Internal Medicine and brings extensive experience in patient care and medical leadership.

Dr. Collins earned his Doctor of Medicine from Ross University School of Medicine in Iselin, New Jersey, and completed his Internal Medicine residency at the University of Illinois College of Medicine at OSF Saint Francis Medical Center in Peoria, Illinois. He is board-certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

In addition to his clinical role, Dr. Collins serves as a Lieutenant Colonel in the Iowa Army National Guard. He holds senior medical leadership positions, including Brigade Surgeon and Senior Flight Physician, and has completed multiple domestic and overseas deployments. His military experience includes providing trauma care and medical oversight in high-acuity environments.

“Dr. Collins brings a strong background in both clinical care and leadership to our inpatient team,” shared Dr. Gritters, Mahaska Health Chief Medical Information Officer and ER Medical Director. “His commitment to collaboration and patient-centered care supports our mission to provide high-quality care close to home.”

Born and raised in Iowa, Dr. Collins grew up on a farm and values the strong sense of community and service that comes with small-town life. He and his wife are proud parents of two children and enjoy spending time with family, the outdoors, and traveling.