South Dakota State Medical Association (SDSMA) Member Spotlight
SDSMA has been a meaningful part of my journey as a resident, offering a platform to connect with peers and mentors. It has actively supported my professional and academic growth through opportunities in publishing, collaboration and advocacy. As I transition to fellowship, I see myself continuing this journey through the help of SDSMA to further contribute to the medical community and patients of South Dakota.
Sanford Bismarck Expands Gastroenterology Services With New Providers and Advanced Care
Sanford Health in Bismarck continues to expand its endoscopy services. A 15,000-square-foot addition opened last fall, and this spring new providers have been added to the team to enhance access to comprehensive digestive health services for patients across central and western North Dakota.
Angela Lee Begins Practice in Gastroenterology at Essentia Health–32nd Avenue Clinic
The Essentia Health-32nd Avenue Clinic is proud to welcome Angela Lee, an advanced practice registered nurse and certified nurse practitioner who will practice gastroenterology.
Achalasia and Esophageal Motility Disorders: Key Insights for Primary Care
Achalasia is a disorder that affects how the esophagus moves. The main symptom is dysphagia, or difficulty swallowing. Patients may have trouble swallowing liquids or feel like food is stuck in their esophagus. Some patients will experience nasal regurgitation, where fluid comes up into the back of the mouth or out through the nose.
Anna Reinholz Joins Essentia Health–32nd Avenue Clinic to Practice Gastroenterology
Anna Reinholz, an advanced practice nurse and certified nurse practitioner, is excited to practice gastroenterology at the Essentia Health-32nd Avenue Clinic.
Laura Walker Joins Essentia Health–32nd Avenue Clinic as Gastroenterology Practitioner
Laura Walker, an advanced practice nurse and certified nurse practitioner, is excited to join the Essentia Health-32nd Avenue Clinic to practice gastroenterology.
Monument Health Adds 31 New Physicians Over 12 Weeks
Monument Health continues its aggressive expansion to meet growing regional health care demands, adding 31 new physicians between July 1 and October 1, 2025. This surge brings the total physician recruitment to 107 new providers over the past 27 months.
UnityPoint Clinic Introduces New Gastroenterology Nurse Practitioner
UnityPoint Clinic is excited to announce Holly Sachau, NP-C, joined the team of providers at UnityPoint Clinic General Surgery and Gastroenterology. Sachau will offer services alongside Ben Pottebaum, MD and Ashley Dyhrkopp, NP-C.
Gastroenterology Specialist Carly Schlosser Joins Essentia Health–Mid Dakota Bismarck 9th Street Clinic
The Essentia Health-Mid Dakota Bismarck 9th Street Clinic is excited to welcome Carly Schlosser, a certified physician assistant practicing gastroenterology.
Platte Valley Medical Clinic Proudly Welcomes Connor Bliss, PA-C
Platte Valley Medical Clinic would like to welcome Connor Bliss, PA-C.
Connor earned his Bachelor of Science Degree in Life Sciences and Biology from Wayne State College and his Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies from Union College.
Where Expertise & Education Meet
For Dr. Jeffrey Murray, the opening of the new Sanford Center for Digestive Health represents the culmination of a decade-long vision—one that promises to transform digestive healthcare across the Dakotas and beyond.
Essentia Health-Mid Dakota Bismarck 9th Street Clinic welcomes gastroenterology specialist Lisa Murdoff
The Essentia Health-Mid Dakota Bismarck 9th Street Clinic is proud to welcome Lisa Murdoff, an advanced practice registered nurse and certified nurse practitioner specializing in gastroenterology.
Essentia Health Welcomes Gastroenterologist Specialist Amanda Wiles to Bismarck 9th Street Clinic
The Essentia Health-Mid Dakota Bismarck 9th Street Clinic is excited to welcome Amanda Wiles, an advanced practice registered nurse and certified nurse practitioner specializing in gastroenterology.
Gastroenterologist Dr. Douglas Renton Joins Essentia Health-Mid Dakota Bismarck 9th Street Clinic
The Essentia Health-Mid Dakota Bismarck 9th Street Clinic is excited to welcome gastroenterologist Dr. Douglas Renton.
Dr. Kevin Karls, Gastroenterology Specialist, Joins Essentia Health-Mid Dakota Bismarck 9th Street Clinic
Dr. Kevin Karls, who specializes in gastroenterology, is excited to join the Essentia Health-Mid Dakota Bismarck 9th Street Clinic.
Advancing Gastroenterological Care at Monument Health
Launched with the arrival of Ali Zakaria in 2022, Monument Healthss interventional gastroenterology service took another leap forward with the addition of Zakaria's partner Issam Turk, MD, and still another with new endo-dedicated surgical rooms at Rapid City Hospital.
Sanford Center For Digestive Health Receives Accreditation As A GI Fellowship Program
Sanford Center for Digestive Health, on the campus of the Sanford USD Medical Center in Sioux Falls, recently received accreditation from the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education as a gastroenterology (GI) fellowship program, the only program of its kind in the Dakotas.
UnityPoint Clinic Introduces New Gastroenterolgy Services and Team
Ben Pottebaum, DO and Morgan Hemer, ARNP have joined the team at UnityPoint Clinic® General Surgery providing gastroenterology services for the Siouxland area.