Iowa Specialty Hospital Launches Innovative Technologies for Early Cancer Detection and Better Care
The Gastrointestinal department at Iowa Specialty Hospital in both Clarion and Belmond is making GI screening and testing easier and more accurate. The hospital is now utilizing two new technologies: the Medtronic GI Genius™, an artificial intelligence (AI) program that helps doctors find especially tiny growths during colonoscopies, and the Medtronic PillCam™ Genius SB, a small camera inside a pill that patients can swallow in order to look at the small bowel.
USD to Launch Radiologic Technology Specialization Beginning January 2026
Students who want to be part of the growing field of radiologic technology (rad tech)—to perform imaging procedures like X-rays, CT scans and MRIs to help physicians diagnose medical conditions and injuries—have an opportunity to obtain a bachelor’s degree in health sciences with a specialization in radiologic technology.
Jamestown Regional Medical Center Unveils Technology to Help Prevent Patient Falls
Jamestown Regional Medical Center (JRMC) has expanded its advanced inpatient services with the addition of Ocuvera, an industry-leading artificial intelligence (AI) system designed to predict and help prevent patient falls before they occur. This cutting-edge technology strengthens JRMC’s commitment to safety, innovation and patient-centered care by using real-time monitoring and informed alerts to support faster interventions and reduce the risk of harm.
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Biologic Repair Versus Reconstruction: The Emerging Role of BEAR in ACL Treatment [Nebraska Medicine]
ACL tears affect over 250,000 people annually in the U.S. with traditional reconstruction remaining the gold standard. However, a new approach is changing how orthopaedic surgeons think about ACL management: the BEAR procedure (bridge-enhanced ACL restoration).
Understanding EAA, ADA, and WCAG: A Framework of Accessibility Guidelines
Web accessibility isn’t just a checkbox — it’s a commitment to inclusive, thoughtful design. As more of our lives move online, making the web accessible to all users is no longer optional. It’s essential.
Essentia Health Celebrates First Graduate of Surgical Technologist Apprenticeship Program
Essentia Health-Fargo on Wednesday celebrated the graduation of Tessa Connors, the first apprentice to complete Essentia’s new registered surgical technologist apprenticeship program.
Breast Cancer Awareness Month: Essentia Health’s Mobile Mammography Program Expands Screenings to Rural Areas
As Breast Cancer Awareness Month begins, Essentia Health is highlighting an innovative — and recently expanded — program that brings early breast cancer detection services to rural communities. Essentia’s mobile mammography trucks have added additional locations across the rural health leader’s footprint, from central North Dakota to western Wisconsin, bringing convenient mammography services to more patients. The program will reduce travel time and eliminate barriers for those seeking mammograms — a critical tool to catch initial signs of breast cancer.
Monument Health and Dakota Radiology Expand Facilities and Services in Rapid City
Monument Health and Dakota Radiology broke ground today on a 12,000 sq. ft. expansion of their jointly operated health care facility at 2929 5th Street in Rapid City. The expansion will bring advanced diagnostic imaging technology closer to home for patients across the region.
University of Nebraska Medical Center Introduces Holograms at Statewide Stroke Conference
The University of Nebraska Medical Center is redefining distance learning with cutting-edge hologram technology. At the upcoming “Stroke Transitions Across the Continuum” conference, instructors and learners will interact in real time across four campuses using Holoboxes and VR headsets, as well as interactive iWalls.
Howard County Medical Center Unveils New MRI Suite
Howard County Medical Center (HCMC) has begun scanning patients in its new MRI Suite, providing advanced imaging inside the hospital for the first time.
Midmark CareFlow™ RTLS Technology: Enhancing Healthcare Safety and Efficiency Through DTB Systems
For healthcare facilities striving to improve both operational efficiency and staff safety, Real-Time Locating Systems (RTLS) have emerged as a transformative technology. DTB Systems offers advanced RTLS solutions from Midmark RTLS that go far beyond simple locating to directly support frontline healthcare workers.
When and Why to Recommend Calcium Scoring for Patients
Cardiovascular disease remains the leading cause of death in the United States, yet many at-risk patients go undiagnosed until the disease has progressed. Traditional risk calculators, while useful, can sometimes overestimate or underestimate risk, leaving both doctors and patients uncertain about the right next step.
The Role of User Experience on a Children’s Hospital Site
Designing a website for a children's hospital is unlike any other UX challenge. It’s not about selling a product or promoting a service; it's about providing care and support in a time of crisis.
Sanford Health CIO Brad Reimer to Share Expertise on Technology and Innovation Investments at Newsweek Digital Health Care Forum
Sanford Health senior vice president and chief information officer Brad Reimer will be a featured speaker at the Newsweek Digital Health Care Forum on Tuesday, Sept. 16 in New York City. The event will gather executives from the nation’s top health systems and explore the impacts and challenges of recent technological innovations.
Explore the Cutting-Edge Technology of Robotic Surgery at Lunch & Learn
Columbus Community Hospital is offering a free Lunch & Learn featuring Dr. Jacob Oran, general surgeon with Columbus General Surgery, as he explains exactly what is robotic surgery.
Pender Community Hospital Introduces Advanced CT Scanner to Improve Patient Care
Pender Community Hospital (PCH) is proud to announce the installation and launch of a new, cutting-edge CT scanner, the SOMATOM go.Top from Siemens Healthineers. This marks a significant upgrade from the previous CT machine, which had been in service since May 2017.
A Deep Dive into Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy
Otolaryngologist Daniel Todd, MD, has been using Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT) for the past 30 years, primarily for patients with head and neck cancer. Now, with his new venture, Midwest Hyperbarics, he’s branching out to offer more of what HBOT can do.
Bridging the Gap: Enhancing Provider Search Tools for Children’s Hospitals
When it comes to our children, even the smallest health concern can feel overwhelming. A lingering cough becomes a source of panic. A late-night fever turns into a frantic search for answers. In those moments, clarity and reassurance matter more than ever. But too often, the first point of contact — a hospital’s website — adds more confusion than comfort.
UnityPoint Health® – Fort Dodge Installs da Vinci® Xi Surgical System
UnityPoint Health – Trinity Regional Medical Center is the first hospital in the region to acquire a da Vinci® surgical robot. The da Vinci Xi Surgical System was recently installed in Trinity’s operating rooms.
Innovative Device Aids in Detecting Irregular Heart Rhythms
Doctors at Columbus Community Hospital now have a high-tech new tool that can help them diagnose irregular heart rhythms that may not show up during standard testing.