Lori Wolff Joins Essentia Health Mid-Dakota Bismarck 9th Street Clinic for Walk-In Care
The Essentia Health-Mid Dakota Bismarck 9th Street Clinic is proud to welcome Lori Wolff, a certified physician assistant who will practice walk-in care.
South Dakota State Medical Association Member Spotlight
Why join the South Dakota State Medical Association? Infectious Disease Specialist Peter Paul Lim, MD, shares his perspective in this first SDSMA Member Spotlight.
Meet a Make-A-Wish Champion of Hope
Rapid City pediatric hospitalist Tamra Lemley, MD, is new to Make-A-Wish South Dakota & Montana but she is excited to learn just how many children are eligible for wishes. She’s this month’s Champion of Hope.
Northern Cheyenne internal medicine specialist finds purpose and support at Sanford Health
Ciciley Littlewolf, MD, doesn’t know where she first got the idea to be a doctor. Growing up on the Northern Cheyenne Indian Reservation in Montana, she didn’t know a lot of medical professionals…
USD School of Health Sciences Success Spotlight: Eva Kluender, MPH
Eva Kluender, MPH, was working as a dental assistant when she took her first public health course as part of her undergraduate degree program in Health Sciences at USD. "My original plan was to become a dental hygienist," she says. She reasoned that a Health Sciences degree…
Urologist Dr. Steven Gange Joins Essentia Health-32nd Avenue Clinic
“Urology at Essentia is a state-of-the-art and collegial team practice,” explained Dr. Gange of his decision to join the Essentia Health team. “I look forward to moving into this environment, learning and teaching as I go.”
Black Hills Surgical Hospital Achieves Milestone With First Symplicity™ Renal Denervation Case
Black Hills Surgical Hospital has successfully completed its first case using the Symplicity™ renal denervation system, marking an important milestone in expanding advanced treatment options for patients with uncontrolled hypertension in South Dakota.
Jacie Emineth Joins Essentia Health-Mid Dakota Bismarck Gateway Clinic as Pediatric Practitioner
The Essentia Health-Mid Dakota Bismarck Gateway Clinic is excited to welcome Jacie Emineth, an advanced practice registered nurse and certified nurse practitioner who will practice pediatrics.
Jamie Scott Named DAISY Award Recipient at Columbus Community Hospital
Columbus Community Hospital proudly recognizes Jamie Scott, LPN (licensed practical nurse), as the winner of the DAISY Award. Scott works at Columbus Psychiatry Clinic.
Dr. Santarpia Joins Team Using ‘Smart Building’ Tech to Clean Indoor Air
The University of Nebraska Medical Center’s Josh Santarpia, PhD, a leading expert in aerosol transmission of disease and detection of bioaerosols, has been chosen as part of a multidisciplinary team of experts from industry, academia and public health who will take part in a national research program that uses smart building technology to reduce disease through cleaner indoor air.
American Heart Month: West Fargo Man Grateful for Lifesaving Care and Second Chance at Essentia Health
A bicuspid — or two-part — aortic valve (BAV) affects about 1 to 2% of the population. This congenital heart condition often goes unnoticed until later in life, as was the case with Dan Gerriets, who wasn’t diagnosed until his 30s.
Jamestown Regional Medical Center CEO Mike Delfs Recognized for National and State Leadership
Mike Delfs, president and chief executive officer (CEO) of Jamestown Regional Medical Center (JRMC), was recently recognized for his leadership at both the national and state levels, highlighting his continued impact on rural healthcare.
Dr. Vance Thompson Among First U.S. Surgeons to Implant BVI FineVision® Lens
On Monday, February 2nd, Dr. Vance Thompson successfully performed one of the first BVI FineVision® HP Trifocal Intraocular Lens (IOL) implantations in the United States. This milestone marks a significant milestone in the advancement of vision correction for U.S. patients.
Sanford Bismarck to Host Doc Talk on Proven Heart Health Strategies
An expert from the Sanford Bismarck region will host a Doc Talk next week on heart health.
Kammerman Named One of Becker’s Hospital and Health System CIOs to Know
Avera's Chief Information Officer (CIO), Bruk Kammerman has been named to Becker's list of hospital and health system CIOs to know.
Sanford Health Joins Industry Leaders to Highlight Innovation Improving Access to Care
Sanford Health joins global industry leaders in Minnesota this week for meaningful discussions on how innovation is reshaping access to health care in underserved communities.
Sanford Health Leaders Share Optimism for the Future of Rural Health Care at National Conference
Sanford Health leaders joined more than 1,000 rural health leaders this week in Texas to commit to advancing rural health and providing quality care for patients and communities.
Sanford Fargo Offers Doc Talk Focused on Heart-Healthy Nutrition
Sanford Health Fargo is hosting a Doc Talk discussion to educate the public about heart-healthy diets
Nursing Alumna Selected for 2025 Dole Caregiver Fellow Leadership Program
At just 23 years old, Kylie Briest has spent nearly her entire life as a caregiver. In 2005, her father, U.S. Army Sgt. Corey Briest, was severely injured by an IED explosion in Iraq. The blast left him with a traumatic brain injury, resulting in limited mobility, vision and speech. Kylie Briest was only three years old at the time.
South Dakota Names Dr. Sarah Reiffenberger Family Physician of the Year
Prairie Lakes Healthcare System is proud to share that Dr. Sarah Reiffenberger, MD, FAAFP, family medicine physician at Prairie Lakes Brown Clinic – Northridge, has been named South Dakota Family Physician of the Year by the South Dakota Academy of Family Physicians (SDAFP).