Stacey G. Lehr Foundation Commits $1 Million to John Stoddard Cancer Center
The Stacey G. Lehr Foundation has committed $1 million to support adolescent and young adult (AYA) cancer care at UnityPoint Health – John Stoddard Cancer Center, ensuring young adults facing cancer have access to the specialized support and resources they need throughout their treatment journey.
$400,000 in Grants Available to Strengthen North Dakota Families
North Dakota Health and Human Services (HHS) announced that $400,000 of FamilyFirst Services Training and Implementation Grant funds are available for agencies and professionals to complete training and provide approved, evidence-based FamilyFirst prevention services. Grant applications are open now and will be accepted through March 1, 2027, or until all funds are allocated.
Good Samaritan Committed to High-Quality Senior Care
Providing high-quality care to seniors in America’s heartland is at the core of Good Samaritan’s mission. With more than 70% of its residents living in rural areas, the nonprofit organization provides access to care close to home for seniors and their families.
Golden Guitars Gala Sets Fundraising Record for Children's Miracle Network
The Golden Guitars Gala, a Monument Health Foundation fundraiser for Children's Miracle Network, broke fundraising records and welcomed surprise guest Bret Michaels on June 13 at the fifth annual event. The Poison frontman performed a special acoustic set and personally contributed to the evening, helping push the total raised to $781,250, a Foundation record for the largest amount raised at a single event.
H. Dele Davies, MD, Appointed Ninth Chancellor of UNMC
The Nebraska Board of Regents on Thursday unanimously approved the appointment of H. Dele Davies, MD, as the ninth chancellor of the University of Nebraska Medical Center.
A Week of Service and Learning for USD Undergraduates in Guatemala
The group was led by Liz Hanson, Ph.D., associate professor in USD’s Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders, who said the trip provides students with hands-on experience in a setting where economic constraints and geographic isolation can affect access to healthcare.
Columbus Community Hospital Quick Facts Now Available
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.