Registration Now Open for Air Link Educational Conference
Area first responders, emergency medical response personnel, and healthcare providers are invited to join the Air Link flight team on Nov. 15 for a day of learning and hands-on activities at the annual education conference. There is no cost to attend the conference and attendees will receive continuing education hours.
Dr. Nicholas O’Neill, Orthopedic Surgeon, Joins Essentia Health–32nd Avenue Clinic
Dr. Nicholas O’Neill, an orthopedic surgeon, is excited to join the Essentia Health-32nd Avenue Clinic.
Tiffany Lawrence Named Among Becker’s Women Hospital Presidents and CEOs to Know
For the second consecutive year, Tiffany Lawrence, Sanford Health Fargo president and CEO, was named to Becker’s Hospital Review’s “Women hospital presidents and CEOs to know” list.
West Nebraska Blood Center Promotes Ongoing Blood Donations This Summer
Amid vacations and seasonal outings, blood donations historically drop in the summer months. To help combat this shortage, West Nebraska Blood Center encourages people to donate blood and help keep a ready supply for patients in need.
CHI Health St. Francis Emergency Department Named ENA’s Top in the State
CHI Health St. Francis is proud to announce that its Emergency Department (ED) has been awarded the Emergency Nurse Association (ENA) Lantern Award. The honor recognizes EDs demonstrating exceptional leadership, practice, education and advocacy, resulting in outstanding patient care and staff well-being.
Sanford Luverne Receives Community Contribution for Reach Out and Read Initiative
Minnwest Bank in Luverne, Minn., along with a match through the Federal Home Loan Bank, has donated $10,000 to Sanford Luverne’s Reach out and Read program.
‘Miracle Treat Day’ Supporting Sanford Children’s Hospital Fargo Returns on July 31
Thursday, July 31, is Miracle Treat Day, where local Dairy Queen locations give you a chance to satisfy that sugar rush and help children in need at the same time. Area Dairy Queen and DQ Grill and Chill locations are bringing health and hope to kids for Miracle Treat Day® at Sanford Children’s through Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals.
Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon Launches New Clinic on Mary Lanning Hospital Campus
A plastic and reconstructive surgeon is now seeing patients in Hastings in the Medical Office Building on the Mary Lanning Healthcare campus.
Adrian Tasa Receives DAISY Award for Nursing Excellence
Columbus Community Hospital is proud to announce Adrian Tasa, RN, BSN, a dedicated oncology nurse navigator, has received the prestigious DAISY Award for March/April. This esteemed international award celebrates nurses who demonstrate extraordinary clinical skills and provide compassionate, patient-centered care. Tasa's commitment to her patients and their families truly embodies the spirit of this honor.
UnityPoint Health Hospitals Recognized Nationally for Excellence in Heart Attack Treatment
UnityPoint Health – Iowa Methodist Medical Center and UnityPoint Health – Iowa Lutheran Hospital have been recognized by the American College of Cardiology (ACC) for their commitment to delivering high-quality care to heart attack patients.
Iowa Specialty Hospitals Earn Five-Star Ratings as Most Recommended by Patients Statewide
Iowa Specialty Hospital-Belmond and Iowa Specialty Hospital-Clarion each recently received a five-star rating as top hospitals in Iowa that patients would highly recommend by Becker’s Hospital Review.
Sanford Health Network Announces Q1 2025 DAISY Award Honoree
Noah Slettum, RN
Sanford Tracy Medical Center
Presented in June 2025
Surgical Initiative Targets High-Risk Hemorrhagic Strokes
The American Heart Association launches surgical quality improvement effort focused on hemorrhagic stroke treatments
Essentia Health EMS Teams Honored by American Heart Association for Exceptional Patient Care
Recognizing a commitment to offering rapid and research-based care to people experiencing the most severe form of heart attacks and strokes, Essentia Health’s emergency medical services (EMS) teams in Deer River, Detroit Lakes, Fosston, Moose Lake and Sandstone have received the American Heart Association’s (AHA) Mission: Lifeline EMS® Bronze achievement award.
Columbus Community Hospital Earns National Recognition for Stroke Care
Columbus Community Hospital has received the American Heart Association’s Get With The Guidelines® – Stroke Gold Plus Award with Target: Type 2 Diabetes Honor Roll — a national recognition highlighting the hospital’s ongoing commitment to delivering high-quality stroke care, particularly for patients with Type 2 diabetes.
Amy Epstein, CNM, ARNP, Joins McFarland Clinic’s OB/GYN Department
McFarland Clinic is pleased to announce that Amy Epstein, CNM, ARNP, will join McFarland Clinic’s Obstetrics & Gynecology (OB/GYN) Department in Ames on August 1. Amy will see patients at McFarland Clinic in Ames and in Marshalltown.
HHS Seeks Public Feedback on Medicaid Waiver Amendment to Support In-Home Services for North Dakotans with Physical Disabilities
North Dakota Health and Human Services (HHS) is seeking public comment on an amendment to the state’s Medicaid 1915(c) waiver for in-home and community-based services. The waiver pays for services that help older adults and adults with physical disabilities who qualify for skilled nursing care to live in their own homes and communities. Comments will be accepted through Thursday, Aug. 21, 2025, at 5 p.m. CT.
Sanford Horace to Offer Sports Physicals for Student-Athletes
Sanford Health Horace is offering a sports physical event for student-athletes to complete their sports physicals for the 2025-2026 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 West Fargo to Host Sports Physical for Student-Athletes
Sanford Health West Fargo is offering a sports physical event for student-athletes to complete their sports physicals for the 2025-2026 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.
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.