Dr. Scot Christiansen Leaves a Lasting Legacy
After over 31 years of service at Regional Medical Center (RMC) in Manchester, Dr. Scot Christiansen is retiring from OB & Family Practice on September 1, 2025.
Essentia Health–Wahpeton Welcomes Alicia Blaufuss to Practice Psychiatry
Alicia Blaufuss, an advanced practice registered nurse and certified nurse practitioner, is excited to join the Essentia Health-Wahpeton Clinic to practice psychiatry.
Emily O’Brien Appointed Deputy Commissioner of North Dakota HHS
The North Dakota Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is pleased to announce that Emily O’Brien will join the agency as deputy commissioner, effective Aug. 20.
Prairie Lakes Primary Care Introduces New Family Medicine Providers
Prairie Lakes Healthcare System is pleased to welcome Dr. Alexandra Gauer, and Certified Nurse Practitioners Adrienne Bak and Susan Olson to the Prairie Lakes Primary Care team. Gauer will join the Family Medicine team at Prairie Lakes Brown Clinic Northridge while both Bak and Olson join a skilled group of providers at Prairie Lakes Brown Clinic Main.
USD School of Health Sciences Success Spotlight: Catherine Bilyeu, PT, DPT, PhD
For Catherine Bilyeu, the USD School of Health Sciences made the path from practicing physical therapist in Canada to academic leader in Colorado considerably smoother than it might otherwise have been.
Dr. Aria Shakeri, Radiation Oncologist, Joins CHI Health St. Francis
CHI Health St. Francis Regional Cancer Center is pleased to announce the addition of Dr. Aria Shakeri, board-certified radiation oncologist, to its staff. Dr. Shakeri joins the cancer center following the retirement of Dr. Doug Clark, who served the community as a radiation oncologist for over 12 years.
Jamestown Regional Medical Center Wound Center Welcomes Nurse Practitioner Asia Hamlin
Jamestown Regional Medical Center (JRMC) welcomes Asia Hamlin, board-certified nurse practitioner, to its specialty clinic team. Her addition expands JRMC’s Advanced Wound Healing and Hyperbaric Center care team, where she joins Holli Marquart, NP-C.
Sanford’s Tiffany Lawrence and Chelsie Falk Recognized Among Top Community Hospital Presidents and CEOs to Know
Sanford Fargo’s Tiffany Lawrence and Sanford Wheaton’s Chelsie Falk have been named to Becker’s Hospital Review 2025 edition of its community hospital presidents and CEOs to know.
UnityPoint Health – St. Luke’s Welcomes New Cardiologist to the Siouxland
UnityPoint Health – St. Luke’s is excited to announce Brenda Nyatanga, MD, is joining the team of cardiologists. Dr. Nyatanga will offer cardiology services at two locations in Sioux City.
Essentia Health–32nd Avenue Clinic Introduces Pathologist Dr. Hanna Siatecka
Dr. Hanna Siatecka, a pathologist, is excited to join the Essentia Health-32nd Avenue Clinic.
National Recognition for Physician’s Significant Contributions
Columbus Community Hospital is proud to announce that Dr. Nila Novotny, a dedicated and respected specialist in ear, nose and throat care, has received the 2024 Honor Award from the American Academy of Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery. This prestigious recognition celebrates her outstanding volunteer service and continuing contributions to the advancement of the field.
Nebraska Medicine Appoints Chief Transformation and Digital Officer
Nebraska Medicine is proud to welcome nationally recognized leader Michael Hasselberg, PhD, to a new role for the organization: chief transformation and digital officer.
Hoos & Santin Join CHI Health St. Francis Community Board
CHI Health St. Francis is pleased to announce the appointment of Paul Hoos and Mary Santin to its Community Board of Directors. They began serving a 3-year term July 1.
Regional West Physicians Clinic–Psychiatry & Behavioral Health Welcomes Joe Espinoza, Jr., MD
Regional West Physicians Clinic-Psychiatry & Behavioral Health recently welcomed Joe Espinoza, Jr., MD, to its team of physicians and providers.
Nebraska Medicine Patient Becomes First Worldwide to Receive New Multiple Sclerosis Treatment
Jan Janisch-Hanzlik had been having strange symptoms for several years. But it was a sensation that started in her toes and crept up her right side that really concerned her. “By the end of the week, I had a spinal tap, an MRI of the brain and spine and was diagnosed with MS,” she said. “I thought I would get on meds, and within a month or two, I’d be back to my normal self.”
Kroger Appointed to Lead Social Support at Huron Regional Medical Center
Huron Regional Medical Center (HRMC) is pleased to announce the appointment of Christina Kroger as director of social support, a role designed to enhance the experience of patients and families by guiding them through every step of their journey with HRMC.
House Subcommittees Conduct Joint Hearing on Medicare Advantage
The House Ways and Means Subcommittees on Health and Oversight recently held a joint hearing titled “Medicare Advantage: Past Lessons, Present Insights, Future Opportunities.” The session focused on evaluating challenges, lessons learned, and opportunities to improve the Medicare Advantage (MA) program.
Dr. Melissa Dittberner to Present at SDAHO’s Annual Convention
The South Dakota Association of Healthcare Organizations (SDAHO) is pleased to announce that Dr. Melissa “Mo” Dittberner will be a featured speaker at SDAHO’s Annual Convention, taking place September 24-26, 2025, at the Sioux Falls Convention Center.
Clouse Appointed to Good Samaritan Foundation Board of Directors
CHI Health Good Samaritan Foundation welcomes LaVon Clouse to its Board of Directors. Clouse began serving a 3-year term July 1.
Sanford Health’s Kristin Herrmann Recognized by Becker’s as a Top Chief Financial Officer
Becker’s Health Review has named Sanford Health Fargo’s Kristin Herrmann to its 2025 “Hospital and Health System CFOs to know” list.