Community Hospital Adds Joel Bednar to Board of Directors
Community Hospital is pleased to announce the appointment of Joel Bednar to its Board of Directors. Bednar was appointed during the Board's July meeting and is completing the remainder of a term previously held by Grant Norgaard. Upon completion of the current term, Bednar will be eligible to serve up to two additional three-year terms.
UNMC Leaders Remember Former Chancellor Dr. Harold M. Maurer
To members of the media who are covering the death of Dr. Harold M. Maurer, former chancellor of the University of Nebraska Medical Center (1998 to 2014), here are comments from UNMC Chancellor H. Dele Davies, MD, and University of Nebraska President Jeffrey P. Gold, MD (who succeeded Dr. Maurer as UNMC chancellor).
Cortney Atkins Joins Essentia Health Fargo for Behavioral Health
The Essentia Health-South University Clinic is excited to welcome Cortney Atkins, a licensed psychologist in behavioral health.
Dr. Yu Jin Jeong Joins Essentia Health Fargo as Hospitalist
Essentia Health-Fargo is proud to welcome hospitalist Dr. Yu Jin Jeong.
Ashley Bjornson Joins Essentia Health The Lights West Fargo Clinic
The Essentia Health-The Lights West Fargo Clinic is proud to welcome Ashley Bjornson, an advanced practice registered nurse and certified nurse practitioner in family medicine.
Dr. Cyndee Jocson Joins Essentia Health Fargo in Pediatric Cardiology
The Essentia Health-South University Clinic is proud to welcome pediatric cardiologist Dr. Cyndee Jocson.
Sanford Health Promotes Watertown Leaders John Allen and Laurie Fieber
Sanford Health has announced promotions for leaders at Sanford Health Watertown aligning with the continued integration of the former Prairie Lakes Healthcare System (PLHS) and Sanford Health.
Avery Dakan Named Good Samaritan 2026 Caring Kind Award Recipient
CHI Health Good Samaritan recently honored Avery Dakan, MSW, as its 2026 Caring Kind Award honoree. Recipients of this prestigious award go above and beyond the call of duty displaying outstanding compassion, collaborative teamwork and an unwavering commitment to professional excellence. Dakan, a care coordination social worker, has dedicated her service to Good Samaritan and the region for more than three years.
Sanford Health Dickinson Adds Two Internal Medicine Providers
Sanford Health in Dickinson has expanded its internal medicine team with one new provider and another familiar face.
Dr. Karl Francis Joins CHI Health General Surgery in Kearney
CHI Health Clinic General Surgery (Good Samaritan) welcomes Karl M. Francis, Jr., MD, FACS, board-certified general surgeon, to its staff.
The Iowa Clinic Names Sara Glaser Chief Operating Officer
The Iowa Clinic is pleased to announce the appointment of Sara Glaser, BSN, MBA, as Chief Operating Officer (COO) of the physician-owned, multi-specialty medical group.
Dr. Ryan Bauermeister Joins Northwest Iowa Bone, Joint & Sports Surgeons
Northwest Iowa Bone, Joint & Sports Surgeons (NWIBJ) is welcoming podiatrist Dr. Ryan Bauermeister to its Spirit Lake office beginning August 3. For Dr. Bauermeister, the move is more than a new job; it's a homecoming.
A Full-Circle Moment: Baby Allara Returns to First Care Health Center
Nearly nine months after an unforgettable arrival, baby Allara is back at First Care Health Center (FCHC). This time Allara is all smiles as she is held by her mother alongside Dr. Joel Johnson, the doctor who delivered her.
Avera Health Names Robert Fouberg Board Chair, Adds New Members
Avera Health announces appointments to its Board of Directors for its new fiscal year which began July 1, 2026.
Monument Health Spearfish Audiologist Earns Pediatric Board Certification
Felicia Beltman, AuD, an audiologist at Monument Health Spearfish Clinic on North Avenue, has earned Board Certification in Pediatric Audiology (BC-PA) from the American Board of Audiology, one of few certified specialists in the region to hold the distinction.
CHI Health Clinic Kearney Welcomes Dr. Abby Richardson
CHI Health Clinic Family Medicine (Kearney) welcomes board certified family medicine physician Abby Richardson, MD back to its staff.
Sanford Health's Brad Reimer Wins 2026 Minnesota ORBIE Award
Brad Reimer, chief technology and digital officer at Sanford Health, has been named the winner of a 2026 Minnesota ORBIE Award in the large enterprise category. He was among five other finalists considered in this category, including chief information officers from Land O’ Lakes, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota and the state of Minnesota.
Twelve Graduate From Mary Lanning Radiologic Technology School
Twelve students graduated from the Mary Lanning Healthcare School of Radiologic Technology on July 11.
Beth Deida Named St. Francis 2026 Caring Kind Award Recipient
CHI Health St. Francis recently honored Beth Deida, RN, as the 2026 Caring Kind Award recipient. Recipients of this prestigious award go above and beyond the call of duty displaying outstanding patient compassion, collaborative teamwork and an unwavering commitment to professional excellence. Deida, a clinical educator in the maternity center, has dedicated her service to St. Francis and the community for more than 22 years.
Unity Medical Center Recruits Future Family Physician Dr. Kenny Ryan
At a time when rural communities across the nation are facing increasing challenges in recruiting and retaining physicians, Unity Medical Center is proud to announce that Dr. Kenny Ryan has committed to joining its medical staff following the completion of his Family Medicine Residency at Altru Health System in 2027.