Avera Queen of Peace, SDSU Partner on Respiratory Care
Avera Queen of Peace is partnering with the South Dakota State University (SDSU) Respiratory Care Program to provide respiratory therapy education and hands-on clinical training in Mitchell as part of an initiative to strengthen rural health care workforce development. This professional training year consists of respiratory-specific coursework, lectures, labs and clinical experiences.
Avera Sacred Heart Named Among Great Community Hospitals
Avera Sacred Heart Hospital in Yankton, S.D., has named to Becker's Hospital Review’s Great Community Hospitals list for 2026, released June 2.
Avera Health Receives Wellvana CARE Award
Avera Health earned Partner of the Year in the health system segment of Wellvana’s CARE Awards at is 2026 Accountable Care Symposium recently in Denver, Colo. Wellvana is a national leader in value-based care enablement.
Austerman Honored With Avera Queen of Peace Hospital DAISY Award
Avera Queen of Peace Hospital is pleased to announce that Jacki Austerman, RN is the most recent recipient of its quarterly nurse recognition program called the DAISY Award.
National Stroke Awareness Month Highlights Prevention and Rapid Response
When stroke happens, minutes matter. Similar to how a heart attack blocks blood flow to the heart, a stroke happens when a clot or broken blood vessel stops or limits blood flow to the brain – a brain attack.
Avera Race Against Cancer Breaks Records in Its 38th Year
The 38th annual Avera Race Against Cancer on Saturday, May 9, drew 8,636 participants and raised more than $950,000 through events in cities across the Avera footprint, including Sioux Falls, Aberdeen, Mitchell, Pierre and Yankton, SD and Marshall, MN.
Avera Receives Historic $35 Million Gift From Philanthropist B. Thomas Golisano to Advance Pediatric Care
Avera is proud to announce a historic $35 million gift from philanthropist, entrepreneur and child health advocate B. Thomas Golisano. This transformative contribution to the Tomorrow’s Promise Campaign supports pediatric care for the next generation. It is the largest single gift in Avera’s history. In recognition of Mr. Golisano’s investment, the new children’s hospital within the patient care tower at Avera McKennan will be named the Avera Golisano Children’s Hospital.
Calhoun Named One of Becker’s 2026 Chief Marketing Officers to Know
Kendra Calhoun, Avera's Chief Marketing Officer, has been named to Becker's Hospital Review's 2026 “Chief Marketing Officers to Know” list.
Avera St. Luke’s Partners With Emily’s Hope to Expand Access to Free Naloxone
Avera St. Luke’s has now partnered with Emily’s Hope to make free naloxone, also known as Narcan®, available. The distribution box is located inside of the Emergency Room entrance (Door 1) near admitting.
Meet a Make-A-Wish Champion of Hope
Sami Awadallah, MD, Pediatric Cardiologist, with Avera Medical Group Pediatric Specialists is this month’s Make-A-Wish South Dakota & Montana ‘Champion of Hope’": “Children with congenital heart disease are not only suffering with physical limitations. Their view of life and the world can change…”
Becker’s Recognizes Jensen Among 2026 CHROs and Chief People Officers to Know
Kim Jensen, Avera's Chief Human Resource Officer (CHRO), has been recognized by Becker's Hospital Review's 2026 list of chief people officers to know.
Avera St. Luke’s Named to Newsweek’s 2026 World’s Best Hospitals List
Avera St. Luke’s Hospital has been named to Newsweek’s 2026 World’s Best Hospitals list, debuting at No. 413 among 800 hospitals recognized across 32 countries. The distinction places Avera St. Luke’s among an elite group of hospitals worldwide recognized for excellence in clinical quality, patient experience and overall performance.
Raising Awareness in March: Colorectal Cancer Prevention and Treatment Matter
March is National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, the time of year when you’ll see reminders about colon health and the importance of getting screened for this type of cancer.
Avera Recognizes Recipients of Heart of Behavioral Health Awards
Avera Behavioral Health awarded two health professionals for their significant contributions to behavioral health services in the region at its annual HeARTS in Healing event held Feb. 7 in Sioux Falls.
Avera Rural Hospitals Earn Spots on 2026 Top 100 Lists
Several Avera hospitals were named to 2026 Top 100 lists for Critical Access Hospitals and Rural & Community Hospitals by the Chartis Center for Rural Health. The Top 100 awards program celebrates outstanding performance annually among the nation’s rural hospitals based on the results of the Chartis Rural Hospital Performance INDEX®.
Avera to Advance Cancer Technology With Support From Federal Funds
Avera has received federal appropriation through the Labor Health and Human Services (LHHS) 2026 bill to enhance cancer care technology.
Kammerman Named One of Becker’s Hospital and Health System CIOs to Know
Avera's Chief Information Officer (CIO), Bruk Kammerman has been named to Becker's list of hospital and health system CIOs to know.
Avera Promotes Heart Health Awareness Across Communities
February is American Heart Month, a time for everyone to think about their own heart health and prevention.
Doyle Honored With Avera Queen of Peace Hospital DAISY Award
Avera Queen of Peace Hospital is pleased to announce that Mary Doyle, RN is the most recent recipient of its quarterly nurse recognition program called the DAISY Award.
Avera Opens Pavilion 2 as New Home of Digestive Health
Avera has opened Pavilion 2, a new medical office building at the Avera on Louise Health Campus in Sioux Falls. The three-story Pavilion 2 is home to the Avera Digestive Health Center and the specialty of gastroenterology. A community open house will be 11:30 – 1 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 11.