On the Road with MED
At its heart, MED is a community organization. And one of the most enjoyable things we do every year is spend time in the communities we serve. We attend many events and conferences, especially in the fall. Here are a few of the places we've been and the people we've seen in the last few months.
SDAHO Clinical Improvement Consultant to Present at Yankton Area Mental Wellness Conference
The South Dakota Association of Healthcare Organizations (SDAHO) is pleased to announce that Clinical Improvement Consultant Loretta Bryan, BSN, RN, CPHQ, will be presenting at the upcoming annual Yankton Area Mental Wellness Conference taking place June 3–4, 2026. This year’s conference is titled, “Honoring Growth: Advancing Mental Health for All” and will be held at the Yankton High School.
Investing in Rural Health Care’s Future at the 2026 Rural Health Leaders Conference
For a century, SDAHO has served as a cornerstone for South Dakota’s healthcare communities. As we celebrate our 100th anniversary, we aren’t just looking back at our legacy—we are looking forward to the next frontier.
Registration Now Open for 2026 Rural Health Leaders Conference
For a century, SDAHO has helped shape and strengthen healthcare across South Dakota’s communities. From small rural hospitals to long-term care providers, dedicated leaders have met challenges head-on, embraced innovation, and advanced care across the state.
Homegrown Excellence: South Dakota’s Finest Take the Stage at Post Acute Partners in Care 2026
SDAHO’s 2026 Post Acute Partners in Care Conference is bringing exceptional talent to the stage — and we are especially proud to highlight the outstanding health care leaders who call South Dakota home.
Sanford Health Leaders to Discuss Future of Care at National Health Care Conference
Sanford Health leaders are joining top industry experts next week at one of the most prestigious health care events of the year to discuss how the business of health care is meeting the future of technology.
CHI Health St. Francis Tobacco-Free Program Launches Feb. 24
For those interested in becoming tobacco-free, CHI Health St. Francis is offering “Freedom from Smoking"—a 7-week tobacco cessation program created by the American Lung Association. Led by certified St. Francis instructors, the first session is scheduled from 5 to 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 24 in Conference Room 1 at the hospital. This course is free and open to the community.
2026 Post-Acute Partners in Care: Group Discounts and Key Deadlines
Even as the holiday season keeps everyone busy, NOW is the time to plan ahead for SDAHO’s 2026 Post-Acute Partners in Care Conference taking place March 31–April 1, 2026, at the Sioux Falls Convention Center. SDAHO is excited to offer valuable opportunities for attendees!
Sanford Health Hosts High School Career Exploration Conference
Sanford Health is inviting high school students to the Future in Focus Health Careers Conference on Tuesday, Oct. 14, at the Bismarck Event Center. Students experience a hands-on day of health care career exploration and discover over 20 health care career pathways and education options.
Sanford Health CMO of Virtual Care David Newman to Highlight Rural Providers’ Role in the Digital Transformation at INVEST Digital Health 2025
Sanford Health chief medical officer of virtual care David Newman, M.D., will be a featured speaker at the MedCity INVEST Digital Health 2025 conference on Thursday, Sept. 18 in Dallas. The event, presented by MedCity News, will bring together healthcare futurists, novel employers, payers, providers, investors and entrepreneurs to discuss the changing landscape of digital health.
Registration Now Open for 2025 Behavioral Health and Children & Family Services Conference
Registration is open for the 5th annual Behavioral Health & Children and Family Services Conference, scheduled for October 20-23, at the Bismarck Event Center and online via livestream.
IHLA Celebrates Member Milestones at Spring Conference
The Iowa Healthcare Leaders Association recognized a number of longstanding members at its spring conference in April
Top 10 Reasons to Join SDAHO’s 2025 Post-Acute Partners in Care Conference
SDAHO’s Post-Acute Partners in Care Conference is taking place April 8-9, 2025, at the Sioux Falls Convention Center. Here are 10 reasons as to why you should attend:
Iowa Healthcare Leaders Association Spring Conference Set for April 24-25 in Des Moines
Healthcare leaders throughout Iowa will have the opportunity to gain valuable insights, tools, and connections at the upcoming Iowa Healthcare Leaders Association (IHLA) Spring Conference.
Sanford Health to Present Recruitment Strategies and Workforce Solutions at National Healthcare Conference
Jeremy Cauwels, M.D., chief medical officer at Sanford Health, will join top-level leaders from medical groups and health systems across the country for the American Medical Group Association’s (AMGA) Large Group Executive Summit Jan. 24 in Austin, Texas.
Midwest Ovarian Cancer Conference to be Hosted by Sanford Research
The 6th annual Ovarian Cancer Midwest Focus Conference (OCMF) will be held Nov. 18 – 19 at Sanford Research in Sioux Falls, South Dakota.
Statewide Surge in Child Abuse Prevention Training Nears Record in South Dakota
Nursing Leader from Good Samaritan Society to Offer Expertise at RETHINK Conference
DeeAndra Sandgren, chief nursing officer at the Good Samaritan Society, will advance the national dialogue around resident safety and care transitions this week during the 2024 Skilled Nursing News RETHINK conference.
Top 10 Reasons to attend SDAHO’s 2024 Annual Convention
There are many reasons why you should attend this year’s convention – but the SDAHO team came up with the Top 10 reasons!
Registration Open For HHS Behavioral Health And Children And Family Services Conference Oct. 24-26 In Bismarck And Virtually
Registration is now open for North Dakota Health and Human Services Behavioral Health and Children and Family Services Conference Oct. 24-26 at the Bismarck Event Center or virtually by an online livestream for behavioral health and child care professionals. A preconference session on ethics starts at 1 p.m. CDT on Oct. 23.