The Way Forward
The new Behavioral Health and Wellness Center at Children’s Nebraska is Omaha offers a "no wrong door" policy for self-referral and a seamless continuum of mental health services for children and teens, positioned right alongside primary care — a deliberate signal that mental health and physical health are inseparable.
The Lodge at Deadwood
The Lodge is more than a resort; it is your launchpad to the Black Hills. From this hilltop you can reach iconic attractions, scenic drives, and outdoor adventures in every direction. Spend the day exploring winding mountain roads, rugged trails, and the Old West stories of downtown Deadwood, then escape back up the hill to…
The Highpoint Hotel
From the moment guests arrive, there is a noticeable shift. The pace slows. The air feels lighter. The design — modern yet warm, refined yet approachable — invites you to exhale. The Highpoint Hotel was created with…
Primary Focus
At the end of each year, we invite a group of healthcare professionals in our region to share their insights on what's working - and what could be working better - in their practices. This year, we posed two questions to seven primary care providers from across South Dakota, Southwest Minnesota, and Northwest Iowa. From the high cost of care to countering misinformation to preparing for AI, their answers provide a fascinating glimpse into life in rural primary care today.
2017: The Year in Review
In keeping with our annual tradition, we have dedicated the next few pages to some of the year’s top stories. Many of this year’s MED cover stories have been all about growth and expansion. Sanford opened a new breast center, Avera expanded its transplant program, LifeScape introduced new options for autism, and Brookings welcomed patients to its renovated hospital. We also looked at the ways in which institutions across the region are working to manage their growth safely, efficiently, and cost effectively with help from telemedicine, hospitalists, and foreign-born providers. Is there someone or something you would like to see on the cover of MED in 2018? Send your ideas to Alex@ MidwestMedicalEdition.com.