CHI Health Good Samaritan ICU Receives Recognition for Nursing Excellence
The Intensive Care Unit team at CHI Health Good Samaritan was recently honored with a Silver Beacon of Excellence Award from the American Association of Critical-Care Nurses
Sanford Health to Host Fourth Annual Summit on the Future of Rural Health Care
For the fourth consecutive year, Sanford Health will convene some of the leading and most influential voices in health care, technology and business for a day of thought-provoking conversations focused on transformation in rural health care delivery. This year’s theme is “Advancing access, quality and sustainability.”
MercyOne Genesis Pediatric Therapy Children Launch Bix Festivities with Their Own Arconic Jr. Bix
The children who receive care at MercyOne Genesis Bettendorf Pediatric Therapy (GOPEDS) will once again run their version of the Arconic Jr. Bix in the clinic’s parking lot on Wednesday, July 16, at 5 p.m.
Lexington Regional Health Center Honored for Excellence in Knee and Hip Replacement Outcomes
Lexington Regional Health Center is proud to be recognized by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska (BCBSNE) with a Blue Distinction® Center (BDC) for Knee and Hip Replacement designation.
Community Hospital Health Foundation Provides Grant for Pediatric Emergency Preparedness Training Kit
The Community Hospital Health Foundation (CHHF) is proud to announce the approval of a grant to the Clinical Education – Nursing Department for the purchase of a state-of-the-art pediatric disaster preparedness training kit.
Sanford Bismarck Medical Center Recognized as One of Nation’s Top Performing Hospitals for Heart Attack Treatment
Sanford Medical Center Bismarck has received the American College of Cardiology’s NCDR Chest Pain – MI Registry Platinum Performance Achievement Award for 2025. Sanford Bismarck is one of only 323 hospitals nationwide to receive the honor.
UnityPoint Health – St. Luke’s Named Among Nation’s Leading Hospitals for Heart Attack Care
UnityPoint Health – St. Luke’s has received the American College of Cardiology’s NCDR Chest Pain ̶ MI Registry Silver Performance Achievement Award for 2025. UnityPoint Health - St. Luke’s is among 79 nationwide to receive the honor.
Telestroke network: Saving lives and improving outcomes
The Nebraska Medicine telestroke network uses electronic audio and video technology to care for stroke patients—both at Nebraska Medicine and at other hospitals throughout the region that don’t have stroke specialists on-site.
O’Neil Honored with Outstanding Rural Health Career Award
Alan O’Neil, CEO of Unity Medical Center, received the Outstanding Rural Health Career award at the 2025 Rural and Public Health Awards Banquet, which recognized outstanding North Dakota rural health and public health advocates for their accomplishments.
Sanford Fargo Recognized Among Nation’s Top Performing Hospitals for Heart Attack Care
Sanford Medical Center Fargo has received the American College of Cardiology’s NCDR Chest Pain – MI Registry Platinum Performance Achievement Award for 2025. Sanford Fargo is one of only 323 hospitals nationwide to receive the honor.
Dr. Danielle Krueger, OB/GYN, Joins Essentia Health–32nd Avenue Clinic
“I’m looking forward to being part of the Essentia Health family and being located closer to my extended family,” said Dr. Krueger of her decision to join Essentia.
Avera McKennan Names Board Appointments
Avera McKennan Hospital & University Health Center announces appointments to its Board of Trustees for its new fiscal year beginning July 1, 2025.
Avera Health Introduces Board Appointments
Avera Health announces appointments to its Board of Directors for its new fiscal year which began July 1, 2025.
Sanford Health Receives Full Reaccreditation for Nurse Residency Program
Sanford Health’s Nurse Residency Program was recently awarded a Full Accreditation with Distinction from the American Nurses Credentialing Center Practice Transition Accreditation Program. Sanford Health was first awarded this honor in 2021 and received a re-accreditation in 2025.
Altru Outpatient Dialysis Sevices in Devils Lake to Relocate to Altru Clinic
Altru Health System is pleased to announce that, beginning July 14, outpatient dialysis services will be relocating from CHI St. Alexius Health Devils Lake to the Altru Clinic in Devils Lake.
Hospital-Based Obstetric Services Decline Nationwide, With Rural States Most Affected
Access to obstetric care is a critical determinant of maternal and infant health. However, a new study led by the University of Minnesota School of Public Health found that hospital-based obstetric care has declined in recent years, with variability across states.
McFarland Clinic Podiatry and Foot and Ankle Surgery Welcomes Michaela Heys, DPM
McFarland Clinic is pleased to announce that Michaela Heys, DPM, will join McFarland Clinic’s Podiatry/Foot & Ankle Surgery department on August 1. Dr. Heys will see patients at McFarland Clinic in Ames, located at 1215 Duff Avenue in Ames. In addition, Dr. Heys will see patients at McFarland Clinic’s Iowa Falls office located at 108 Washington Avenue.
Columbus Community Hospital Sleep Lab Commemorates a Decade of National Accreditation
The sleep lab at Columbus Community Hospital has maintained its accreditation from the American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM) for 10 years in a row — a reflection of its ongoing commitment to high-quality, patient-centered sleep care.
Sanford Fargo Honored for Outstanding Diabetes and Endocrinology Programs
Sanford Health Fargo has been recognized by Becker’s Hospital Review as one of 51 hospitals and health systems with great diabetes and endocrinology programs.
McFarland Clinic Marshalltown Family Medicine Welcomes Maggie Hansen, ARNP
McFarland Clinic is pleased to announce Maggie Hansen, ARNP, will join the McFarland Clinic Marshalltown’s Family Medicine Department on July 16, 2025.