Monument Health Recognizes Physicians at Annual Awards Ceremony
Monument Health recognized 10 physicians and providers at the annual Physicians and Providers Awards Banquet on Friday, April 4. The event was created to celebrate and honor the hard work and dedication providers have shown their patients and the communities they serve.
Regional West to Present Western Nebraska Stroke Conference on May 7
Regional West invites area clinicians to join us for the 2025 West Nebraska Stroke Symposium on Wednesday, May 7, from 9 a.m. to 5:15 p.m. in Regional West’s Education Center.
BHECN Unveils New Southeast Location in Lincoln
The Behavioral Health Education Center of Nebraska (BHECN) has launched its Southeast Site in Lincoln. The opening of the site means BHECN now has locations in all six of the state’s behavioral health regions.
HHS Teams Up with CHI St. Alexius Health to Broaden Community-Based Intensive Outpatient Behavioral Health Services for Youth
On April 7, with the support of grant funding from North Dakota Health and Human Services (HHS), CHI St. Alexius Health launched their Child and Adolescent Partial Hospitalization Program. This program will increase access to intensive home and community-based services for children and adolescents with behavioral health conditions, such as mental health or substance use disorder, and their families.
Hospital to Begin Construction on Cancer Center Project
Columbus Community Hospital is ready to start the next chapter of bringing the gift of health to the community — and it’s inviting the public along for the ride.
HRMC Surgical Department Expansion Planned
Huron Regional Medical Center (HRMC) board of directors recently approved a major expansion and renovation of the hospital’s surgery department aimed at enhancing the surgical experience for patients in the region.
Deaf-Focused Hospital at UNMC on Saturday, April 12
The UNMC Student Alliance for People of All Abilities, in partnership with CAHS Consulting, Nebraska Commission for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing (NCDHH) and Inclusive Communications Access Nebraska (ICAN) will hold a Deaf-Centric Hospital event at UNMC on Saturday, April 12. Interviews and media opportunities are available from 1 to 3 p.m.
Coming Home to Care: Dr. Nicole Kramer Joins BCHC in 2027
Boone County Health Center is excited to announce that Dr. Nicole Kramer will be joining our medical practice in the fall of 2027. A native of Elgin, Dr. Kramer brings with her a deep passion for rural healthcare and a commitment to serving the communities that helped shape her journey into medicine. With a special interest in obstetrics, she will provide comprehensive care for patients of all ages, ensuring families in our region receive high-quality, compassionate healthcare close to home.
Celebrating 100 Milestone WATCHMAN™ Implants at Kearney Regional Medical Center
Kearney Regional Medical Center (KRMC) is proud to announce a significant milestone in our commitment to advanced cardiac care—100 successful WATCHMAN™ implants! This achievement reflects the dedication, expertise, and unwavering commitment of our cardiology team.
It’s the 30th Anniversary of National Public Health Week; HHS Honors Public Health Workers for Delivering Vital Health Services
North Dakota Health and Human Services (HHS) is celebrating the 30th anniversary of National Public Health Week, April 7-13, and recognizing the contributions of public health professionals on its team, in local public health units, and in other settings who work to improve the health, well-being and quality of life of North Dakotans in communities across the state.
Victoria Hanson Appointed Regional President and CEO of Avera Sacred Heart Hospital in Yankton
Avera announces Victoria Hanson, PhD, MHA, MSW, LICSW, FACHE, as the next Regional President and CEO of Avera Sacred Heart Hospital.
Alzheimer’s Studies Among First to Use Novel Mouse Models That Bridge Gap Between Preclinical Research and Clinical Trials
In a landmark study, researchers at the University of Nebraska Medical Center developed a novel mouse model of Alzheimer’s disease that, for the first time, enables the study of how the human immune system interacts with Alzheimer’s pathology.
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.
Good Samaritan Recognized for Innovation and Excellence at AHCA/NCAL Quality Summit
Good Samaritan– the nation’s largest not-for-profit provider of senior care and services – will share how innovation is the driving force behind sustained organizational success in quality in addition to population health models at the 2025 American Health Care Association/National Center for Assisted Living (AHCA/NCAL) Quality Summit in Atlanta on April 7-9.
St. Francis Foundation’s Ticket to Win Launching Eighth Year
CHI Health St. Francis Foundation Ticket to Win is returning for its eighth year. Ticket sales, for the Foundation’s premiere fundraising raffle, kick-off at 10 a.m. on Thursday, April 17 in Conference Room 2 at the hospital. Raffle tickets, priced at $100 each, will be available at the kick-off event.
Regional West to Hold Open House for New PET/CT Facility
Regional West invites the community to attend its new PET/CT suite open house on Tuesday, April 22, 4 to 7 p.m., in the ground floor of Regional West Medical Plaza South, 3911 Avenue B, Scottsbluff. Light hors d’oeuvres and refreshments will be provided.
Are Your Children Guarded Against Preventable Diseases?
Early April is an exciting but potentially chaotic time for parents with young children as they start the process of Kindergarten Registration.
MercyOne Genesis and Iowa Donor Network Honor the Gift of Life With Flag-Raising
In honor of National Donate Life Month, MercyOne Genesis Davenport Medical Center and the Iowa Donor Network will raise the Donate Life flag to celebrate those who have chosen to share the gift of life through organ, eye and tissue donation.
Regional West Doctors and Nurses Honored with Live On Nebraska’s Green Cape Award
Four Regional West physicians and nurses recently received Live On Nebraska’s Green Cape Award for their extraordinary efforts in an organ donation case.
ASCO Recognizes MCC Physician
Dr. M. Sitki Copur recently was named a Fellow of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO).