Dr. Christopher Veale Serves as Columbus’ Physician in Radiation Oncology
At Columbus Community Hospital, our doctors are an incredibly important part of our community — which is why “community” is our middle name.
Summer Student Nurse Internship Program at CHI Health Sees Record Retention
In the midst of the national shortage, finding nurses can be a challenge – but CHI Health’s Summer Student Nurse Internship (SSNI) is seeing a record number of students taking jobs within the organization following the eight-week program.
Boone County Health Center Provider Recognized By Wayne State College
Boone County Health Center Provider Dr. Bryant Carlson has been recognized as a ‘10 Under 10’ Alumnus by Wayne State College.
Minnesota Good Sam Nursing Home Named Best in Nation
Newsweek has named Good Samaritan Society–Ambassador to its list of America’s Best Nursing Homes for 2026.
Avera Celebrates a Quarter Century of Health Ministry
In 2025, Avera is celebrating its 25th year as a health system and over 125 years of providing health services across the Upper Midwest.
Vaccine Champions Award for Lexington Regional Health Center Family Medicine Specialists Clinic
Lexington Regional Health Center’s Family Medicine Specialists Clinic has been awarded the prestigious Vaccine Champions Award for the period of July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2025, recognizing its outstanding commitment to vaccine stewardship and inventory excellence.
Black Hills’ First Fellowship-Trained Colorectal Surgeon Joins Monument Health
Monument Health is proud to announce the addition of Steven Donahue, M.D., the first fellowship-trained colorectal surgeon to join the organization and the only practicing colorectal surgeon in Rapid City.
MercyOne President CEO Bob Ritz to Retire in January
MercyOne President and CEO Robert (Bob) Ritz, FACHE, has announced his retirement effective January 2, 2026.
Nebraska Cancer Specialists Welcomes Dr. Smriti Sharma
Nebraska Cancer Specialists (NCS) is pleased to welcome Dr. Smriti Sharma, MD, medical oncologist and hematologist, to the team of physicians. She joined NCS in September, bringing a patient-centered approach to cancer care across Omaha and surrounding communities.
Essentia Health-32nd Avenue Clinic Welcomes New Cardiothoracic Surgery PA
Quynh Pham, a certified physician assistant, has joined the Essentia Health-32nd Avenue Clinic to practice cardiothoracic surgery.
A Store in Bismarck Will Now Host Sanford Health Equip
Sanford Health Equip in Bismarck, N.D. will be moving to a new store location in 2026. Construction is set to begin before the end of the year and the new store is expected to open in spring of 2026.
Lexington Regional Health Center Celebrates Hilda Alva as Recipient of 2025 Caring Kind Award
Lexington Regional Health Center (LRHC) is proud to announce that Hilda Alva, Spanish Interpreter, has been named the recipient of the 2025 Caring Kind Award, presented annually by the Nebraska Hospital Association (NHA). For 40 years, hospitals across Nebraska have recognized exceptional health care employees who exemplify compassion, dedication, and service excellence.
Nebraska Highlights Access to Recovery Resources This September
The Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) Division of Behavioral Health (DBH) recognizes September as National Recovery Month, a time to focus on hope, healing, and a full life lived in recovery from alcohol and substance use.
Phone Service Disruption Affecting MercyOne Genesis Locations
MercyOne Genesis facilities are experiencing a temporary system outage in phone service. Callers might experience a busy signal.
Sarah Herman Joins Essentia Health–Wahpeton Clinic as Family Medicine Provider
Sarah Herman, a certified physician assistant, is excited to join the Essentia Health-Wahpeton Clinic to practice family medicine.
Mary Lanning Healthcare Marks Completion of Boiler Plant Project
Mary Lanning Healthcare joined with members of the community and construction communities on Thursday to celebrate the completion of its new boiler plant, a major infrastructure upgrade.
Essentia Health–Wahpeton Clinic Providing Walk-In Flu Shot Services
Mary Lanning Healthcare joined with members of the community and construction communities on Thursday to celebrate the completion of its new boiler plant, a major infrastructure upgrade.
Sanford Detroit Lakes to Host Flu Vaccination Clinics
Sanford Health Detroit Lakes, 1245 Washington Ave., is now offering the flu vaccination to patients 6 months and older.
Child Car Seats Frequently Misused; Local Resources Available to Support Caregivers in Protecting Children
During National Child Passenger Safety Week, Sept. 21–27, North Dakota Health and Human Services (HHS), in partnership with Vision Zero, reminds caregivers with young children to safely buckle children in vehicles.
Lexington Regional Health Center Receives Governor’s Wellness Award
Governor’s Wellness Award – Grower Level, recognizing the organization’s outstanding commitment to employee health and wellness.