Essentia Health to Host Pediatrics Open House in Bismarck Nov. 4
Choosing a provider for your baby is an important decision, and it’s easy to feel overwhelmed.
ChildServe Names Wendy Woods-Swafford, MD, First Chief Medical Officer
ChildServe is pleased to announce that Wendy Woods-Swafford, MD, MPH, will join the organization as its inaugural Chief Medical Officer, a newly established role that reflects ChildServe’s ongoing commitment to clinical excellence and exceptional pediatric care, on January 11, 2027. Dr. Woods-Swafford currently serves as Chief Medical Officer for UnityPoint Health - Des Moines and as a pediatric hematologist-oncologist at Blank Children’s Hospital, where she provides inpatient and outpatient care.
Essentia Health Hosts Third Annual Trunk-or-Treat in Fargo
Looking for fun and safe trick-or-treating opportunities for your child? Join Essentia Health for its third annual trunk-or-treat community event on Tuesday, Oct. 27.
Sanford Fargo Hosts Boo to the Flu Vaccine Event Oct. 24
Keep your children protected this season by saying, “Boo the Flu.” Sanford Children’s invites parents and their children to attend Boo to the Flu at Sanford Amber Valley Campus, 4837 23rd Ave. S., on Saturday, Oct. 24, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Use door 4837 on the west side of campus.
Sanford Fargo Recognized as a Level IV Neonatal Facility
Sanford Health Fargo has been designated as a Level IV Neonatal Facility by the American Academy of Pediatrics.
Children's Minnesota to Launch Epic Health Record and MyChart
Children's Minnesota will go live with Epic, its new electronic health record, on Oct. 3, 2026, across its hospitals, clinics and specialty care sites. This is a major milestone that reflects a more than $175 million investment in modernizing systems and creating a more connected experience for patient families, referring providers and staff.
Dr. Charlie Cheng Joins Essentia Health The Lights West Fargo Clinic
The Essentia Health-The Lights West Fargo Clinic is excited to welcome pediatrician, Dr. Charlie Cheng.
Dr. Ashlesha Kaushik Elected President of Iowa AAP
UnityPoint Clinic proudly announces that Ashlesha Kaushik, MD, MS, pediatric infectious disease specialist, has been elected president of the Iowa Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), marking several historic milestones for pediatric medicine and Siouxland.
Sanford Health Expands Provider Access and Services in Williston
Sanford Health is expanding access to care in Williston through the addition of new providers, specialty outreach care and enhanced access to primary care, pediatrics, cardiology and women's health services.
Children's Nebraska Named Among Best Children's Hospitals for 2026-2027
U.S. News & World Report has recognized Children's Nebraska in its 2026-2027 Best Children's Hospitals rankings in the specialties of Pediatric Neurology & Neurosurgery, Pediatric Orthopedics and Pediatric Pulmonology & Lung Surgery.
Sanford Children's Launches Airwaves for Kids Broadcast of Hope
Sanford Children's Hospital in Bismarck, the Sanford Health Foundation and Townsquare Media are partnering for the inaugural Airwaves for Kids Broadcast of Hope, a day-long radio fundraiser dedicated to supporting children and families across central and western North Dakota.
Sanford Bismarck Expands Pediatric Orthopedic Care Access
Sanford Bismarck's pediatric orthopedic surgery team is expanding access to specialized pediatric orthopedic care with the addition of outreach providers, offering coverage every week of each month.
Dr. Cyndee Jocson Joins Essentia Health Fargo in Pediatric Cardiology
The Essentia Health-South University Clinic is proud to welcome pediatric cardiologist Dr. Cyndee Jocson.
Essentia Health Offers Walk-In Sports Physical Blitzes in Fargo
Essentia Health will offer walk-in sports physical blitzes in early August to area student-athletes in preparation for the 2026-27 school year.
Sanford Fargo Hosts Summer Sports Physical Events for Student-Athletes
Sanford Health Fargo is offering a sports physical events for student-athletes to complete their sports physicals for the 2026-2027 school season. Student-athletes are required to get an annual sports physical when participating in school-sanctioned sports and must have their physicals completed before the first day of practice for their sport.
Sanford Pelican Rapids Hosts Summer Sports Physical Events for Student-Athletes
Sanford Health Pelican Rapids is offering sports physical events for student-athletes to complete their sports physicals for the 2026-2027 school season. Student-athletes are required to get an annual sports physical when participating in school-sanctioned sports and must have their physicals completed before the first day of practice for their sport.
Sanford Williston Hosts Summer Sports Physical Events for Student-Athletes
Sanford Health is offering sports physical events for student-athletes to complete their sports physicals for the 2026-27 school season. Student-athletes are required to get an annual sports physical when participating in school-sanctioned sports and must have their physicals completed before the first day of practice for their sport.
Sanford Minot Hosts Summer Sports Physical Events for Student-Athletes
Sanford Minot is offering sports physical events for student-athletes to complete their sports physicals for the 2026-27 school season. Student-athletes are required to get an annual sports physical when participating in school-sanctioned sports and must have their physicals completed before the first day of practice for their sport.
Essentia Health Urges Summer Scheduling for Well-Child and Teen Visits
As families settle into summer routines, Essentia Health is encouraging parents to take advantage of the season’s added flexibility by scheduling well-child/teen visits before school, sports and activities pick back up.
Hastings Pediatric Clinic Relocates to Mary Lanning Healthcare Campus
Central Nebraska Children & Adolescent Clinic (CNC&AC) opened the doors to a new clinic space July 1 in the Mary Lanning Healthcare Medical Office Building.