Essentia Health–South University Clinic Welcomes Dermatology Practitioner Jaimee Berg
Jaimee Berg, an advanced practice registered nurse and certified nurse practitioner, is excited to join the Essentia Health-South University Clinic to practice dermatology.
Dakota Allergy & Asthma Celebrates 25 Years of Serving Sioux Falls Families
Dakota Allergy & Asthma is celebrating 25 years of caring for patients and families across Sioux Falls and the surrounding region. Founded in January 2001 as a dedicated allergy and asthma clinic, the practice has spent the past quarter-century helping thousands of patients better understand and manage allergic and respiratory conditions.
Advanced Brain Mapping Enhances Epilepsy Evaluation at MEG Center
When evaluating patients with epilepsy for surgery, timing and accuracy are critical. The MEG Center at Nebraska Medical Center provides referring physicians with a unique combination of cutting-edge technology, expert analysis and expedited service that sets it apart from other regional centers.
Yankton Medical Clinic and Avera Launch New Collaborative Partnership
A new professional services agreement (PSA) between Yankton Medical Clinic and Avera goes into effect starting Jan. 1, 2026. Signage at the clinic will change to “Yankton Medical Clinic, an Avera Partner.”
MercyOne Shares Holiday Joy With Photos of Christmas and New Year’s Newborns
MercyOne will celebrate the holidays again this year with the arrival of babies born on both Christmas and New Year’s Day. We invite the media to share these adorable photos with their audience.
Community Hospital Celebrates Successful Open House for New ROOTS Apartment Complex
Community Hospital proudly hosted a Community Open House at the newly completed ROOTS Apartment Complex, drawing an impressive crowd of over 300 attendees across four scheduled showings. Guests included Community Hospital staff, donors, board members, providers, and local community members, all eager to see the innovative housing initiative designed to attract and support medical students and healthcare professionals in McCook.
Sanford Fargo Recognized as a Top Neuro and Spine Program
For the second consecutive year, Sanford Health Fargo has been recognized as having one of the top neuro and spine programs in the country.
Medica Insurance Company Donates $100,000 to Expand Access to Orthopaedic Care
The Great Plains Health Care Foundation is pleased to announce a $100,000 gift from Medica Insurance Company to support expanded access to orthopaedic care in Greater Nebraska. This investment directly advances the Great Plains Health Orthopaedics expansion project, ensuring patients receive high-quality specialty care close to home without the burden of traveling long distances for treatment.
Identifying and Slowing the Progression of Diabetic Nephropathy
According to CDC estimates from 2023, more than one in seven U.S. adults has chronic kidney disease (CKD). Diabetes is the leading cause of CKD both worldwide and in the U.S., accounting for nearly half of all CKD cases.
We Honor Veterans Program Awards Spencer Hospital Hospice Four-Star Recognition
Avera@Home Hospice of Spencer Hospital has earned a Level 4 Star designation in the national We Honor Veterans (WHV) program, a milestone that reflects a deep and sustained commitment to providing high-quality, veteran-centered hospice care.
Pender Community Hospital Earns 2025 Performance Leadership Award From The Chartis Center for Rural Health
Pender Community Hospital today announced it has earned a 2025 Performance Leadership Award for excellence in Quality. Compiled by The Chartis Center for Rural Health, the Performance Leadership Awards program recognizes top quartile performance (i.e., 75th percentile or above) among rural hospitals in Quality, Outcomes, and/or Patient Perspective.
Now Open: Registration for Childbirth Support Specialists Doula Training
Registration is now open for the Childbirth Support Specialists Birth and Postpartum Doula workshop scheduled for Mar. 7 and 8 at Brookings Health System.
Volunteer and Guest Services to Host Soup Lady Fundraiser January 19
Columbus Community Hospital’s volunteer and guest services department will host the Soup Lady Fundraiser on Monday, Jan. 19. The event takes place from 8 a.m.-3 p.m. in the Pawnee and Pioneer rooms.
Essentia Health–South University Clinic Welcomes Pulmonology Practitioner Sierra Link
Sierra Link, an advanced practice registered nurse and certified nurse practitioner, is excited to join the Essentia Health-South University Clinic to practice pulmonology.
Leah Heinen Joins Essentia Health–32nd Avenue Clinic as Orthopedics Practitioner
Leah Heinen, a certified physician assistant practicing orthopedics, is excited to continue at the Essentia Health-32nd Avenue Clinic in a role that will focus on spine care.
Essentia Health–Mid Dakota Bismarck Kirkwood Clinic Welcomes Family Medicine Practitioner Brittany Minor
Brittany Minor, an advanced practice registered nurse and certified nurse practitioner who will practice family medicine, is excited to join the Essentia Health-Mid Dakota Bismarck Kirkwood Clinic.
GME Accreditation Awarded to Sanford Fargo & UND Surgical Critical Care Fellowship
The University of North Dakota and Sanford Health Fargo Surgical Critical Care Fellowship has obtained accreditation from the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education.
Home Health & Hospice Nurse Kyla Huntimer Honored With DAISY Award
Today Brookings Health System honored Home Health & Hospice Nurse Kyla Huntimer, R.N., with The DAISY Award for Extraordinary Nurses®.
Meet a Make-A-Wish Champion of Hope
Pediatric Oncologist Ashlee Blumhoff, APRN-CNP, CPHON, with Sanford Children’s was the top referrer for Make-A-Wish South Dakota & Montana and is this month’s Champion of Hope.
USD School of Health Sciences Success Spotlight: Jason Steere, PT, DPT
Jason Steere describes his career path as an "adventurous wander". As a kid in Sioux Falls, he hadn't intended to go to college. But after a stint in the military, Steere changed his mind and enrolled at USD….