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Columbus Community Hospital is dedicated to strengthening community wellness in the Columbus area. We achieve this by demonstrating a deep commitment to our community’s well-being and providing state-of-the-art facilities.
USD School of Health Sciences Success Spotlight: Hunter Wookey, OTD
Hunter Wookey grew up in Watertown, South Dakota and earned his undergraduate degree at Minnesota State University Mankato. When it came time to choose a graduate program, he knew he wanted to stay close to home, but he was willing to go further afield to find the right fit.
A New Level of Specialized Eye Care Comes to Sioux Falls
Ophthalmology Limited is expanding their dynamic group of subspecialties with the addition of Dr. Adam Bleeker, a fellowship-trained neuro-ophthalmologist and adult strabismus surgeon.
Playing the Long Game: At 80, McFarland Clinic's Physician-Owned Model Is More Relevant Than Ever
Andrew Perry grew up in Colorado and spent a decade at the helm of a large multi-specialty group in Corvallis, Oregon. Iowa wasn't really on his radar until his longtime mentor, who had led McFarland Clinic in Ames for the previous 14 years, suggested he take a closer look.
Meet a Make-A-Wish Champion of Hope: James Wallace, MD, Pediatric Pulmonologist, Sanford Children's
I have been referring patients for more than 30 years. While the vast majority of them have cystic fibrosis, there are several other conditions that I have also been able to refer.
South Dakota State Medical Association (SDSMA) Member Spotlight: Ben Meyerink, MD
Why I chose my specialty: Primarily, I was inspired by my hometown doctor, Jerome Bentz, MD, growing up to pursue primary care. What drove me to stay on that path was seeing the longitudinal relationships with patients family physicians develop and the tremendous impact that primary care can have not only on individual preventative health but medicine and communities as a whole.
Columbus Community Hospital's Beyond the Scrubs: A Day of Hands-On Healthcare Discovery
Students can learn about potential careers during Columbus Community Hospital’s Beyond the Scrubs: Exploring a Universe of Healthcare Careers camp. The free one‑day event takes place Wednesday, July 8, from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Local Teens Launch Radon Awareness Initiative with Waverly Health Center
Students from Cedar Falls High School are working to reduce Iowa's radon-related cancer risk through a new community education initiative in partnership with Waverly Health Center.
Sanford CEO Bill Gassen Delivers Keynote at National Conference
Sanford Health President and CEO Bill Gassen is joining the nation’s top health system executives at one of the industry’s premier conferences this week for a keynote panel discussing the next era of healthcare.
CHI Health St. Francis Launches REMEMBER Program for Hospitalized Dementia Patients
A hospital stay can be disorienting for those living with Alzheimer's or other forms of dementia. Unfamiliar surroundings, changes in routine and new medications can intensify confusion, anxiety and agitation, creating undue distress for patients and their caregivers.
New Guideline Reframes Weight as Health Risk Tied to Diabetes, Kidney and Heart Conditions
The first-ever clinical guideline for cardiovascular-kidney-metabolic syndrome, or CKM syndrome, identifies excess weight, especially in the abdomen, as a key driver for the syndrome. The guideline aims to make people more aware of how heart disease, kidney disease and metabolic conditions (including diabetes and obesity) are interconnected.
MercyOne Clinton Unveils New da Vinci Xi Surgical System
MercyOne Clinton Medical Center will celebrate its new da Vinci surgical robot with a ribbon cutting on Wednesday, June 17, at 10 a.m.
Manning Regional Healthcare Center Expands Women's Health Care with Jennifer Bruck, ARNP
Manning Regional Healthcare Center (MRHC) is pleased to announce that Jennifer Bruck, ARNP, will begin providing women’s health services in collaboration with Dr. Kelly Anderson starting July 16, 2026. Bruck will provide services in Manning on the second Thursday of each month, further strengthening MRHC’s dynamic team of women’s health providers and expanding the partnership with Myrtue Medical Center to provide specialized care close to home.
Dr. Faruq Pradhan Named Medical Director for Liver Transplant
The Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Faruq Pradhan as Medical Director for Liver Transplant (Medicine) at the University of Nebraska Medical Center, effective July 1, 2026.
Sixth Annual Roger Maris All-Star Week Begins Today
The sixth annual Roger Maris All-Star Week kicks off today through June 19 at various locations throughout Fargo-Moorhead.
Community Hospital Security Team Earns National Certifications
Community Hospital is proud to recognize members of its Safety and Security Department for achieving professional certifications through the International Association for Healthcare Security and Safety (IAHSS), demonstrating a strong commitment to safety, professionalism, and continuous improvement.
BBHF 9th Annual Golf Classic Is Almost Here
The Box Butte Health Foundation is excited to host its 9th Annual Golf Classic taking place on Saturday, July 25th, 2026, at Skyview Golf Course in Alliance, NE. The event will bring together golfers, community supporters, and healthcare advocates for a day on the links. The Golf Classic is not only a great day for golf, but supports a cause that hits close to home for everyone in our community!
Box Butte General Hospital Laboratory Earns National Accreditation
Box Butte General Hospital (BBGH) Laboratory has been awarded accreditation by the Commission on Laboratory Accreditation (COLA), a leading national laboratory accreditor recognized for its rigorous, education-based approach to quality assurance and patient safety.
Roger Maris All-Star Week Radiothon Returns June 18
The Sanford Health Foundation is teaming up with The Mighty 790 KFGO to host the second annual Roger Maris All-Star Week Radiothon.
Amy Wynkoop Joins Essentia Health-Mid Dakota Bismarck for Behavioral Health
The Essentia Health-Mid Dakota Bismarck 9th Street Clinic is proud to welcome Amy Wynkoop, a licensed professional clinical counselor in behavioral health.