Pioneering Pediatric Care - The Rise of Sanford's Pediatric Emergency Department
Stomach aches, respiratory infections, lacerations, and fractures may be all in a day's work for a busy emergency department like Sanford Health's. But when the patient is a child, even a routine case may turn out to be anything but.
Bridging Compassion and Resources to Help Patients Find Hope
Equipped with compassion, Sanford Community Health Workers (CHWs) assist patients in getting access to basic needs and essential support….
Looking Forward: Regional Healthcare Leaders Share Their Hopes for the Year Ahead
For our end-of-the-year issues, we invited CEOs of some of the region's leading hospitals and health systems, both small and large, to share some of the things they are looking forward to at their respective organizations in 2024.
What’s New at Sanford Orthopedics & Sports Medicine?
Sanford Orthopedics & Sports Medicine in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, delivers comprehensive and compassionate musculoskeletal care with a team approach.
Supporting Survivors at Sanford: Oncologist Shelby Terstriep, MD
"You're a survivor from the moment you're diagnosed." It's a mantra that is repeated over and over again among cancer care providers at Sanford. The Sanford Survivorship Program, under the direction of Stelby Terstriep, MD, puts it into action.
Neonatal Research Network Funding Advances Care for Sanford Children's NICU Patients
Sanford Children’s Boekelheide Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) in Sioux Falls recently secured extended funding from the National Institute of Child Health and Human Development (NICHD) for Neonatal Research Network (NRN) clinical trials through 2030.
Sanford Ambulance To Host Citizen’s EMS Academy
Sanford Ambulance will host a citizen’s academy designed to provide residents with invaluable insights into the world of emergency medical services and equip them with life-saving skills.
Total Vascular Care for Your Patient at Sanford Vascular Associates
When your patient needs vascular treatment, Sanford Vascular Associates is here. Dr. Thekla Bacharach, South Dakota’s only female vascular surgeon, is one of four fellowship-trained and board-certified surgeons on the growing team at Sanford Health.
North Dakota Symposium On Adults, Aging And Disabilities Is October 26-27 In Bismarck
Health and human service professionals and service providers are invited to attend the North Dakota Symposium on Adults, Aging and Disabilities, Oct. 26-27, at the Radisson Hotel in Bismarck.
Sanford Research President Publishes Paper Focused on Health Care Access for Rare Disease Patients
David A. Pearce, PhD, president of Sanford Research, recently published a paper in the Orphanet Journal of Rare Diseases.
Erica DeBoer to Speak at National Nursing Roundtable
Erica DeBoer, chief nursing officer at Sanford Health, has been invited to join a national roundtable featuring a diverse group of nursing and informatics thought leaders who will discuss how they are harnessing technology to build a more resilient and sustainable workforce.
Sanford Welcomes New Allergy Specialist to Bismarck
Jeffrey Kepes, MD, recently joined Sanford Downtown Rosser Clinic in Bismarck as an allergist-immunologist and will provide expert care for adult and pediatric patients.
Orthopedic Oncologist Brings a Highly Specialized Skillset to South Dakota
Joshua Johnson, MD, is an orthopedic oncologist at Sanford Health and one of the only specialists in this field across the state. Orthopedic oncology is highly specialized with only a few hundred practitioners in the country.
Facing Breast Cancer as a Team at Sanford Health
When your patients need us, we become a part of your team – collaborating with you at every step of their breast cancer journey. Our multidisciplinary oncology team uses the most advanced training and technology to personalize treatment for every patient’s genetics and cancer type.
Sanford Pentagon Adds Hudl to Advance Video Services
The Sanford Pentagon has partnered with Hudl to access video capture and analysis services that will allow fans to watch live events and help athletes improve their skills and visibility.
Seeing Red
Dozens of Sioux Falls-area businesses leaders donned their red and gathered to celebrate the fundraising kick-off for the 2020 Go Red for Women event on Friday, October 25 at Sanford USD Medical Center.
Sanford Researcher Helps Health Systems Work Better for Patients
Like the human body, health systems are complex systems comprised of many interconnected parts. And, as with the body, it takes effort to comprehend and optimize their inner workings. Research scientist Emily Griese, PhD, Sanford’s Director of Population Health, understands this better than most. Griese was recently selected by Academy Health, one of the country’s largest healthcare research societies, to join a national steering committee on health systems.
Sanford Researchers Try to Answer Critical Stem Cell Question
Researchers at Sanford have embarked on what may be one of the most important stem cell trials ever conducted. This time, they are trying to answer the question of which stem cell source - adipose, bone marrow, or umbilical cord - is most effective for the treatment of knee osteoarthritis.
September/October News & Notes
Avera St. Luke’s Hospital in Aberdeen and Avera Sacred Heart Hospital in Yankton have been recognized by Premier Inc. for demonstrated excellence in performance across 13 patient safety adverse event areas of focus, as part of their participation in Premier’s Hospital Improvement Innovation Network (HIIN) program. The two Avera facilities were among 27 US hospitals recognized.
Lung Cancer Trial Opened Door for New Research Opportunities
The recently completed trial on the immunotherapy drug pembrolizumab (Keytruda) at Sanford Health had important implications for non-small cell lung cancer patients in the region. Thanks to Sanford’s involvement, patients with an illness that is often fatal within a year, had access to a promising new treatment long before they might otherwise have even heard about it.