Doyle Honored With Avera Queen of Peace Hospital DAISY Award
Avera Queen of Peace Hospital is pleased to announce that Mary Doyle, RN is the most recent recipient of its quarterly nurse recognition program called the DAISY Award.
New Radiation Oncologist Joins UnityPoint Health–St. Luke’s June E. Nylen Cancer Center
UnityPoint Health – St. Luke’s June E. Nylen Cancer Center is excited to announce that August Anderson, MD, has joined its team of providers as a radiation oncologist.
Essentia Health–Fargo Welcomes Hospitalist Provider Madina Ismail
Essentia Health-Fargo is proud to welcome Madina Ismail, an advanced practice registered nurse and certified nurse practitioner who will provide hospitalist care.
Orthopedic and Sports Medicine Physician Dr. Temitayo Olabisi Joins Essentia Health-32nd Avenue Clinic
The Essentia Health-32nd Avenue Clinic is excited to welcome orthopedic and sports medicine specialist Dr. Temitayo Olabisi.
Obstetrics and Gynecology Practitioner Brittaney Schmidt Joins Essentia Health–32nd Avenue Clinic
Brittaney Schmidt, an advanced practice registered nurse and certified nurse practitioner, is excited to join the Essentia Health-32nd Avenue Clinic to practice obstetrics and gynecology.
Essentia Health Welcomes Family Medicine Physician Dr. Vanna Kay to Bismarck Kirkwood Clinic
The Essentia Health-Mid Dakota Bismarck Kirkwood Clinic is proud to welcome family medicine specialist Dr. Vanna Kay.
UnityPoint Health–Des Moines and University of Iowa Partnership Spotlighted During Leadership Transition
After 40 years of service in pediatric care, medical education and physician leadership, Dr. Ken Cheyne will retire on April 3, 2026. Dr. Cheyne played a pivotal role in shaping medical education in Central Iowa through his leadership at UnityPoint Health – Des Moines, including his service at Blank Children’s Hospital and most recently as Executive Director of the Des Moines Area Medical Education Consortium, Inc. (DMEC) and Assistant Dean of the University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine branch campus in Des Moines.
Avera Queen of Peace Hospital Honors Dr. Lucio Margallo II With Athletic Training Room Recognition at Mitchell High School
Avera Queen of Peace Hospital and the Mitchell School District recognized Dr. Lucio Margallo II on Thursday evening with a plaque for the Mitchell High School Athletic Training Room in his honor, celebrating his exceptional service to students, student-athletes and families throughout the Mitchell community.
Sanford Fargo Announces Changes to Executive Leadership Team
Sanford Health Fargo is announcing changes to its executive leadership team.
Myrtue Medical Center Appoints New Chief Executive Officer
The Myrtue Medical Center Board today announced that Kile Magner has been named Chief Executive Officer, effective Jan. 1, 2026. Magner succeeds Barry Jacobsen, who is retiring at the end of this year after 28 years of leadership to the hospital and community.
Angela Lee Begins Practice in Gastroenterology at Essentia Health–32nd Avenue Clinic
The Essentia Health-32nd Avenue Clinic is proud to welcome Angela Lee, an advanced practice registered nurse and certified nurse practitioner who will practice gastroenterology.
Prairie Lakes Appoints New Director of Facilities
Prairie Lakes Healthcare System (PLHS) is pleased to welcome Jon Hoffman as the new Director of Facilities Management.
Internal Medicine Practitioner Alexis Moe Joins Essentia Health–Mid Dakota Clinic
The Essentia Health-Mid Dakota Bismarck Gateway Clinic is proud to welcome Alexis Moe, an advanced practice registered nurse and certified nurse practitioner who will practice internal medicine.
New Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Nurse Practitioner Joins UnityPoint Clinic
UnityPoint Clinic is excited to announce Sarah Jauer, ARNP, joined the team of providers at UnityPoint Clinic Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. Jauer will offer services alongside Chad Stadsvold, DO.
Piper Hegland Recognized as 2026 North Dakota Children’s Miracle Network Champion
8-year-old Piper Hegland has been named the 2026 North Dakota Children’s Miracle Network Champion for Sanford Children’s Hospital.
Mrs. Iowa Makes Special Visit to UnityPoint Health – St. Luke’s – Downtown
Mrs. Iowa recently spent time at our Downtown Campus visiting with patients and team members and spreading positivity throughout the day. Heidi Day, who was announced as United States of America’s Mrs. Iowa in October, brings her title to life through the same servant-hearted approach she practices every day as a neuro-ortho nurse at the Downtown Campus.
Community Hospital Health Foundation Announces Board Updates
Community Hospital Health Foundation is pleased to announce the appointment of Linda Graff to its Board of Directors. Graff, a retired radiology technologist who served Community Hospital for many years before retiring in March 2021, brings a wealth of healthcare experience and a deep commitment to the community. She is also an active community member, engaged in numerous local events and non-profit organizations, making her a valuable addition to the Foundation’s leadership team.
McFarland Clinic Family Medicine Welcomes Ruth Nguyen, ARNP
McFarland Clinic is pleased to announce that Ruth Nguyen, ARNP will join McFarland Clinic’s Adult Medicine Department in Ames on January 19.
Sanford Health Welcomes Adult and Pediatric Surgery Specialist to Bismarck
Keaton Joppru, M.D., a general surgeon, specializing in adult and pediatric surgeries, has joined Sanford Health in Bismarck.
Vascular Surgeon Dr. Patrick Kelly to Provide Care at Lakes Regional Healthcare
Lakes Regional Healthcare (LRH) is pleased to announce that Dr. Patrick Kelly has started providing care to area patients within Lakes Regional Healthcare’s Outpatient Center. He is one of the founding vascular surgeons at Dakota Vascular in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, and will be at LRH’s Outpatient Center one Monday each month.