Dr. Charlie Cheng Joins Essentia Health The Lights West Fargo Clinic
The Essentia Health-The Lights West Fargo Clinic is excited to welcome pediatrician, Dr. Charlie Cheng.
Essentia Health Fargo Opens Second Electrophysiology Suite
Essentia Health-Fargo is proud to highlight the addition of a state-of-the-art electrophysiology (EP) procedural suite. The $2 million project — which repurposed a general operating room (OR) — allows both of Essentia's Fargo-based electrophysiologists to be in the lab doing procedures simultaneously.
Kendra Becker Wins 2026 Caring Kind Award
Congratulations to Kendra Becker, BSRT, (R), (M), (CT), (MR), Columbus Community Hospital's 2026 Caring Kind Award winner!
North Dakota State Hospital Celebrates Beam Signing
On September 22, 2026, JLG Architects joined state leaders in Jamestown, ND, to celebrate the beam signing of the new North Dakota State Hospital (NDSH), under construction just west of the existing State Hospital.
Golf Tournament Donating $20,000 to MCC Hope & Healing Program
A program to provide hair, wig, makeup and prosthetic services to patients at the Morrison Cancer Center is the focus of a large donation from an annual golf tournament.
MercyOne Hosts Walk-In Wednesday Hiring Event Sept. 30
MercyOne will host a 'Walk-In Wednesday' in-person hiring event on Wednesday, Sept. 30, from 2 to 4 p.m. This walk-in hiring event is designed to make it even easier for both job seekers and MercyOne to find the right fit. Applicants may have the opportunity to complete the interview process and receive an on-the-spot conditional offer during the event.
Free Community Radon Education Seminar Set for Oct. 6
CHI Health St. Francis, in partnership with the Central District Health Department, invites the community to "Understanding Radon" from noon-1 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 6, in Conference Room 6 A/B at the hospital. The free health education seminar will introduce the basics of radon — a prevalent, cancer-causing household gas — while highlighting practical steps to mitigate exposure and prevent cancer through early detection.
Sanford Bismarck Expands Robotic Surgery With da Vinci 5 System
Sanford Bismarck is continuing its commitment to advanced surgical care with the addition of the da Vinci 5 Surgical System, the most advanced and integrated robotic-assisted surgery platform.
Ticks Sought for Citizen Scientist Study
North Dakota residents have a chance to contribute to local research by submitting ticks you find crawling on yourself or your pets as part of a citizen scientist study.
Dr. Ashlesha Kaushik Elected President of Iowa AAP
UnityPoint Clinic proudly announces that Ashlesha Kaushik, MD, MS, pediatric infectious disease specialist, has been elected president of the Iowa Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), marking several historic milestones for pediatric medicine and Siouxland.
JRMC Names Shar Stockwell Foundation Director
Jamestown Regional Medical Center (JRMC) welcomes Shar Stockwell as the new director of the JRMC Foundation. In this leadership role, Stockwell will guide JRMC's philanthropic strategy and strengthen connections among the medical center, its donors and the communities it serves.
UnityPoint Health Trinity Reaches 1,000th Pulsed Field Ablation Procedure
UnityPoint Health® – Trinity Heart Center has reached a significant milestone in heart care with the successful completion of its 1,000th pulsed field ablation (PFA) procedure, an advanced treatment option for atrial fibrillation (AFib.)
Business Record Readers Name Wellmark Best Health Insurer for 30th Year
For the 30th consecutive year, Wellmark Blue Cross and Blue Shield has been recognized by Business Record readers as Best Health Insurance Company. This milestone demonstrates Wellmark's ongoing commitment to serving its more than two million members as a leading health insurance company headquartered in Iowa and South Dakota. It comes at a time when employers continue to manage increasing health care costs and employees are seeking clearer, more convenient ways to understand and use their coverage.
Sanford Chief Transformation Officer to Join Newsweek AI Health Summit
Tommy Ibrahim, M.D., MBA, MHA, executive vice president and chief transformation officer at Sanford Health, will join national healthcare and research leaders at the Newsweek AI Health Summit Sept. 23 in New York City.
Hard Hats with Heart Names 2026 Sioux Falls Leadership Team
A coalition of construction and industry leaders is coming together to champion workforce health through the 2026 Sioux Falls Hard Hats with Heart campaign. Led by Event Chair Megan Barkley with L. G. Everist, Inc. and an Executive Leadership Team of local business and community leaders, the initiative supports the American Heart Association's efforts to help workers build healthier habits, increase awareness of cardiovascular disease risk factors and strengthen emergency preparedness across the industry.
Sanford Health Expands Provider Access and Services in Williston
Sanford Health is expanding access to care in Williston through the addition of new providers, specialty outreach care and enhanced access to primary care, pediatrics, cardiology and women's health services.
Good Samaritan Highlights Fall Prevention on First Day of Fall
With the arrival of fall, CHI Health Good Samaritan is alerting the community of a 'silent epidemic' that threatens the independence of millions of older adults: accidental falls.
6th Annual Gather for the Cure Set for October 18 in Davenport
In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, MercyOne Genesis and the MercyOne Genesis Foundation will host the 6th Annual Gather for the Cure on Sunday, October 18, at Scott County Park, Whispering Pines Indoor Shelter.
Hospitalist Dr. Adhanom Beyene Joins Essentia Health Fargo
Essentia Health-Fargo is proud to welcome hospitalist Dr. Adhanom Beyene.
"I chose Essentia Health because I was impressed by the people I met, the collaborative environment and the organization's strong emphasis on patient-centered care and its core values," said Dr. Beyene. "I was looking for a place where I could grow as a hospitalist, work with a supportive team and provide compassionate, high-quality care to my patients."
Avera, SDSU and USD Establish Statewide NIH Research Partnership
The National Institutes of Health awarded $11,090,204 over five years to establish the South Dakota Center for Advancing Clinical and Translational Research (SD-ACT), a statewide partnership among Avera Research Institute, South Dakota State University and the University of South Dakota Sanford School of Medicine.