McFarland Clinic Pulmonology & Critical Care Medicine Welcomes Taher Sabobeh, MD
McFarland Clinic is pleased to announce that Taher Sabobeh, MD, will join McFarland Clinic’s Pulmonology and Critical Care Medicine departments on July 14 in Ames.
Jamestown Regional Medical Center Names Derek Schaff as New Chief Financial Officer
Jamestown Regional Medical Center (JRMC) is honored to announce the appointment of Derek Schaff, CPA as its new chief financial officer. He is expected to fully assume the role by July 14, 2025.
McFarland Clinic Welcomes Mark Lee, DO, to Radiology Team
McFarland Clinic is pleased to announce that Mark Lee, DO, has joined the McFarland Clinic Radiology Department in Ames.
Spotlight on Sheila Vondrak, RN, BSN, Iowa Healthcare Leaders Association Board Treasurer
Sheila Vondrak, RN, BSN, brings a unique blend of clinical expertise and administrative acumen to her role as Treasurer on the Iowa Healthcare Leaders Association (IHLA) board.
Dr. Dillon Clarey Serves as Columbus’ Specialist for Dermatology Services
At Columbus Community Hospital, community isn't just a word — it's our middle name. We celebrate the compassionate care and support that helps our community thrive.
Six Doctors Successfully Finish Family Medicine Residency
Monument Health announced that six physicians graduated from the Rapid City Hospital Family Medicine Residency Program on Friday, June 27.
Jamestown Regional Medical Center Introduces New Podiatrist, Dr. Spencer Arndt
Jamestown Regional Medical Center (JRMC) is proud to welcome Dr. Spencer Arndt, board-certified podiatrist and foot and ankle surgeon, to its specialty clinic. His fresh perspective and insight will bring new energy to JRMC’s podiatric team, where he will join Dr. Rachael Renschler.
Essentia Health–52nd Avenue Clinic Adds Family Medicine Physician Dr. Thomas Erickson
Dr. Thomas Erickson, who specializes in family medicine, is excited to join the Essentia Health-52nd Avenue Clinic.
Huron Regional Medical Center Appoints Nelson as Interim CFO, Promotes Rose
Huron Regional Medical Center (HRMC) is proud to announce the appointment of Joel Nelson as interim Vice President of Finance and Chief Financial Officer (CFO), and the promotion of Janna Rose to Director of Revenue Integrity.
Columbus Sports Performance Center Names New Director
Columbus Sports Performance Center (CSPC) is excited to announce the promotion of Christopher Holt, MS, CSCS, to director of strength and performance. Holt, who has been a valuable member of the CSPC coaching staff for nearly two years, will officially transition into the role in the coming weeks.
Giorgia Picci, Ph.D., Appointed Haddix Endowed Chair in Developmental Neuroscience
Boys Town is pleased to announce that Giorgia Picci, Ph.D., has been named the Susan and George Haddix Endowed Chair in Developmental Neuroscience. Dr. Picci is the Director of the Cognitive Affective Neurodevelopment in Youth (CANDY) Laboratory at the Boys Town National Research Hospital Institute for Human Neuroscience.
Dr. Tina Melanson Recognized for Volunteer Service by South Dakota ACP Chapter
Prairie Lakes Healthcare System (PLHS) is proud to recognize Dr. Tina Melanson, Nephrologist, for receiving the 2025 Volunteerism Award from the South Dakota Chapter of the American College of Physicians (ACP). This prestigious award honors physicians who make significant contributions to their communities through voluntary service.
Schweiger Honored with St. Francis Caring Kind Award
Kellee Schwieger was named the 2025 Caring Kind Award recipient at CHI Health St. Francis earlier today. Recipients of this prestigious award have gone above and beyond the call of duty to demonstrate compassion for patients, cooperation with co-workers and dedication to excellence in their job responsibilities. Schwieger, a registered nurse in surgical services, has been employed at St. Francis for more than 40 years.
Tammy Hatting Appointed Next CEO of South Dakota State Medical Association
The South Dakota State Medical Association (SDSMA) is pleased to announce Tammy Hatting as its next CEO. Hatting will begin her role on July 7. The position is being vacated by Barb Smith, who is retiring after serving the organization since 2000.
University of Nebraska Medical Center Releases Spring 2025 Dean’s List
The University of Nebraska Medical Center has announced its spring 2025 dean’s list for students enrolled in nursing, dentistry, pharmacy and the allied health professions of medical imaging and therapeutic sciences program and medical laboratory science.
Sanford Bismarck Welcomes Return of Ear, Nose, Throat Specialist
Sanford Bismarck is pleased to announce the return of Jeffrey Nelson, M.D., a specialist in ear, nose and throat. Dr. Nelson has rejoined the Sanford ENT Clinic after one year away and is now accepting patients.
New Retina Clinic Opens Its Doors in Sioux Falls
VRA Vision, a new state-of-the-art retina clinic in Sioux Falls, opens its doors on July 1st under the leadership of Dr. Jed Assam, a board-certified and fellowship-trained retinal specialist and vitreoretinal surgeon. The clinic brings advanced retinal care and cutting-edge treatment options to patients throughout the region.
Monument Health Physician Shares Groundbreaking Research in Vascular Journal
Interventional Cardiologist and Vascular Specialist Bhaskar Purushottam, M.D., FACC, FSCAI, FSVM, of the Monument Health Heart and Vascular Institute has co-authored an original research paper along with his European colleagues in the reputed “Journal of Endovascular Therapy.”
Siblings Ruby and Wil Ihmels Award BIO Girls Grants Through Gatorade Partnership
Standout sibling student-athletes from Bismarck, N.D., have each awarded $1,000 Gatorade Player of the Year grants to BIO Girls, a regional nonprofit dedicated to improving adolescent girls' mental health through evidence-based empowerment programming.
Sinner and Nelson Named to Director Roles at Brookings Health
Brookings Health System has appointed two new directors, Megan Sinner, nationally registered paramedic, as ambulance director and Lora Nelson, RN, as director of surgical services.