Christine Zallar, RRT, Honored with PHIL Award
Christine Zallar, RRT, was awarded Monument Health’s 2025 PHIL award. The Phil Award, which is The FACES Foundation’s signature program, is the only nationally recognized hospital-based recognition program dedicated to honoring outstanding respiratory therapists who provide exemplary care and treatment for patients with respiratory illnesses. Winners are nominated by patients, family members and other caregivers.
Manning Regional Healthcare Center Receives 2025 Performance Leadership Award for Quality
Manning Regional Healthcare Center (MRHC) is proud to announce that it has received the 2025 Performance Leadership Award for excellence in Quality, a national recognition highlighting the hospital’s commitment to delivering exceptional care close to home.
Prairie Lakes Healthcare System Earns Spot on Newsweek’s America’s Best-In-State Hospitals 2026 List
Prairie Lakes Healthcare System (PLHS), a division of Sanford Health, has once again earned a place on Newsweek’s America’s Best-In-State Hospitals list for 2026.
Community Hospital Welcomes Behavioral Health Advocate Erin Pascoe
Community Hospital is proud to announce the addition of Erin Pascoe, Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP), to our Behavioral Health team. Pascoe brings a wealth of experience, a deep commitment to patient care, and a special connection to the McCook community.
Mary Lanning Healthcare Designated an Age-Friendly Organization
Mary Lanning Healthcare recently was recognized as an Age-Friendly Health System — Committed to Care Excellence by the Institute for Healthcare Improvement (IHI).
Sanford Health Enhances Endoscopy Services at Sanford Broadway Same Day Surgery Center
Sanford Health has expanded its endoscopy services at the Sanford Broadway Same Day Surgery Center, located at 715 E. Broadway Ave. in downtown Bismarck. This 15,000-square-foot addition is designed to enhance access, comfort and efficiency for patients seeking essential digestive health services in a convenient outpatient setting.
Avera Recognizes the Power of Rural on National Rural Health Day
On Nov. 20, Avera recognizes the “power of rural,” the theme for this year’s observance of National Rural Health Day.
“For Avera, the power of rural is delivering top quality care with compassion to a population of more than 1 million people across a vast 72,000-square-mile footprint,” said Rachael Sherard, Senior Vice President, Chief Rural Health Officer at Avera. “Our integrated system is designed for the delivery of rural health care, with locations in more than 100 communities. Of Avera’s hospitals, 78% are critical access hospitals, meaning they have 25 beds or less and serve a rural location.”
CHI Health Good Samaritan Offers Free Screening of Elf on Nov. 25
CHI Health Good Samaritan is kicking off the Christmas season with a FREE showing of the beloved family-friendly comedy Elf on Tuesday, Nov. 25 at Kearney’s World Theatre. The community is invited to attend the annual appreciation event. Doors open at 6 p.m. with the show starting at 7 p.m. To secure a seat, movie-goers should arrive early as seating is offered on a first-come, first-served basis. A full house is anticipated.
Brookings Health Honored with Ninth Straight Performance Leadership Award
As part National Rural Health Day, Brookings Health System announced it has been recognized with a Performance Leadership Award in the outcomes measured category. Compiled by The Chartis Center for Rural Health, the Performance Leadership Awards honor top quartile performance among all rural hospitals in the nation. It is Brookings Health’s ninth consecutive year receiving a Performance Leadership Award.
Recalls and Warnings: Risk Management Considerations
From time to time, the FDA, manufacturers, and other agencies issue recalls or serious warnings about devices, drugs, instruments and other healthcare-related products. When one of these notices impacts your medical practice, it is important to follow a comprehensive process and document all the steps you have undertaken to avoid potential liability…
USD School of Health Sciences Success Spotlight: Alex Van Voorhis, MSW, CSW
As an undergrad at UND Fargo, Alex Van Voorhis studied music and communications. But, after a half dozen years in sales and marketing, she realized it wasn't her calling.
Regional West Foundation Grants $7,830 in West Nebraska Blood Center Scholarships
The Regional West Foundation Board of Directors recently announced that $7,830 in scholarships was awarded to six students through the West Nebraska Blood Center, located at Regional West Medical Center.
UnityPoint Health First to Join Mayo Clinic Platform_Insights
UnityPoint Health has announced a new collaboration with Mayo Clinic Platform, a strategic initiative of Mayo Clinic that enables data-driven innovation and healthcare transformation for clinicians across the globe.
Boone County Health Center Recognized as 2025 Cardiac Rehab Program of the Year
Boone County Health Center (BCHC) has been honored with the 2025 Cardiac Rehab Program of the Year by the Nebraska Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation Network (NCVPRN). BCHC is the only facility in the state to receive this distinction, which celebrates a Nebraska-based cardiac and pulmonary rehabilitation program demonstrating exceptional leadership, patient service, and commitment to advancing cardiovascular and pulmonary health.
Don Klepser, PhD, Appointed Dean of UNMC College of Pharmacy
Don Klepser, PhD, professor of pharmacy practice and science and interim dean of the UNMC College of Pharmacy, has been named the permanent Joseph D. Williams Endowed Dean of the college, UNMC Interim Chancellor H. Dele Davies, MD, announced.
Rock from the Heart Unveils 2026 Aortic Ed Sessions and Benefit Concert Weekend
Rock from the Heart is bringing its powerful blend of education, awareness, and music back to the Twin Cities for Heart Month 2026. The two-day event will take place February 13– 14, 2026, at Canterbury Event Center in Shakopee, Minnesota.
UnityPoint Clinic Welcomes New Family Medicine Nurse Practitioner
UnityPoint Clinic is excited to announce Heather Stehr, ARNP, is joining the team of providers at UnityPoint Clinic Family Medicine – Sunnybrook. Stehr will offer primary care services conveniently located in Sunnybrook Medical Plaza. She is currently accepting new patients.
Emily’s Hope and Let’s Be Clear Enhance Free Naloxone Availability With New Box at Brookings Health System
Emily’s Hope, in partnership with Let’s Be Clear, is proud to announce the installation of a new community-access naloxone distribution box at Brookings Health System’s emergency entrance. This life-saving initiative expands access to naloxone across South Dakota and supports the mission to prevent opioid overdose deaths.
DHHS Honors Families on National Adoption Day
This year, November 22 is recognized as National Adoption Day – a day to celebrate families who have opened their hearts and homes to children in need of permanent, loving families, and to raise awareness about the ongoing need for adoptive families.
Columbus Community Hospital Earns Acute Stroke Ready Hospital Certification
Columbus Community Hospital has earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval® and the American Stroke Association’s Heart-Check mark for Acute Stroke Ready Hospital (ASRH) Certification.