Pride & Promise: Healthcare Leaders Share their Wins for '24 and their Hopes for '25

Lynda Barrie, CEO, Orthopedic Institute, Sioux Falls, South Dakota 

Lynda Barrie, CEO, Orthopedic Institute 

In our ongoing effort to keep our metaphorical finger on the pulse of what's happening in our wide and diverse medical community, we invited regional healthcare leaders to share their insights about the year past and the year to come. Our hope is that you'll learn something new about the health systems around you, get to know some of the people at the helm, and find inspiration for your own organizations as we navigate a new year.  

1) What are you proudest/most excited about what your organization has initiated or accomplished in 2024?   

In 2024, I am incredibly proud of the collaboration driving our success, both externally and internally. Our partnerships with referring physicians have streamlined the referral process, ensuring patients receive timely, effective orthopedic care. These relationships have significantly improved patient outcomes and satisfaction. 

Internally, our team’s dedication to preparing for the move to our new facility in Tea has been outstanding. Their coordination, attention to detail, and commitment have kept operations smooth at our current clinic while laying the groundwork for an enhanced patient care experience in the new space.  

The strength of these external partnerships and our internal teamwork has set us up for continued success, and I am excited for what 2025 will bring in our new home. 

2) What are you most looking forward to or hopeful about for your organization in the coming year?  

I am excited about the upcoming opening of our new state-of-the-art orthopedic clinic in Tea, South Dakota. This 80,000-square-foot facility marks a major advancement for Orthopedic Institute, demonstrating our dedication to providing cutting-edge care. The expanded space will allow us to offer more services, reduce wait times, and enhance patient convenience. 

What excites me most is the integration of advanced technology and innovative treatments. With expanded therapy, on-site pain management, and advanced imaging capabilities, we will deliver more comprehensive, personalized care in one location, improving both patient outcomes and satisfaction. 

I am also eager to see how the clinic’s modern design and accessibility will further enhance our patients’ experience. This new facility will set the stage for us to raise the standard of orthopedic care in 2025 and beyond.