Sanford Fargo Earns Re-Verification as Level I Adult and Level II Pediatric Trauma Center
Sanford Medical Center Fargo was recently re-verified as a Level I Adult Trauma Center and Level II Pediatric Trauma Center by the American College of Surgeons. Sanford Fargo is the only Level I Adult Trauma Center and Level II Pediatric Trauma Center in North Dakota.
Avera Health to Conclude Participation in Aetna Medicare Advantage Network
Avera Health will end participation as an in-network provider with Aetna Medicare Advantage on Dec. 31, 2025, due to ongoing issues that negatively affect the patient experience.
Essentia Health to Host Trunk-or-Treat Event
Looking for fun and safe trick-or-treating opportunities for your child? Join Essentia Health for its second annual trunk-or-treat community event on Tuesday, Oct. 28.
Pender Community Hospital & Medical Clinics Receive National Recognition for Advancing Blood Pressure Control
Pender Community Hospital & Medical Clinics have been recognized by the American Heart Association and American Medical Association for its commitment to improving blood pressure (BP) control rates, earning Gold+ level recognition as part of Target: BP™.
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.
Children’s Nebraska Earns Recognition as Nebraska’s Sole Level I Pediatric Trauma Center
Children’s Nebraska, the region’s pediatric healthcare leader, has been verified as the first and only Level I Pediatric Trauma Center in the state of Nebraska by the American College of Surgeons (ACS).
The Science of Hope
Sanford Researcher Pilar de la Puente, PhD, is revolutionizing women's cancer research with groundbreaking work on chemoresistance and early detection. Her innovative approach has earned elite NIH recognition, accolades from her home town in Spain, and even the chance to featured in a comic book!
USD School of Health Sciences Success Spotlight: Lucas Seehafer, DPT, PhD
When you ask Lucas Seehafer, an assistant professor at Bethany Lutheran College in Mankato, Minnesota, what he thinks about his experience at the University of South Dakota School of Health Sciences, his answer is swift and definitive:
CHI Health Good Samaritan Nurses Named Top 40 Under 40
Jennifer Tobias, RN-BSN, MSN, and Whitney Cole, BSN, RN, both from CHI Health Good Samaritan, were honored with the 40 Under 40 Award that recognizes emerging nurse leaders on Oct. 3.
Dr. Thao Nguyen Joins Regional West Physicians Clinic-Internal Medicine
New physician Thao Nguyen, DO, was recently welcomed to the team of physicians and providers at Regional West Physicians Clinic-Internal Medicine.
Relocation of Boone County Health Center Patient Accounts Office Set for Nov. 1
Beginning November 1st, the Boone County Health Center Patient Accounts Office will relocate to the South Entrance of the Health Center. This change was made with patients in mind, as the majority of visitors already use the South Entrance for appointments and services.
Munroe-Meyer Institute to Host Trick-or-Treat Event for Families with Disabilities Oct. 19
Faculty and staff members of the Munroe-Meyer Institute, as well as community partners, will give candy and treats to children and individuals with disabilities and their family members as part of MMI’s annual Trick or Treat event.
Essentia Health-Fargo Welcomes Hospitalist Dr. Dennis Mensah
Essentia Health-Fargo is proud to welcome hospitalist Dr. Dennis Mensah.
Derek Weninger Joins Essentia Health-32nd Avenue Clinic as Orthopedic Surgery Practitioner
Derek Weninger, a certified physician assistant, is excited to join the Essentia Health-32nd Avenue Clinic to practice orthopedic surgery.
National Mammography Day on Oct. 17: Survivor Urges Women to Stay Current with Screenings
On National Mammography Day this Oct. 17, a breast cancer survivor has joined North Dakota Health and Human Services and Women’s Way in reminding women that mammograms are key to early detection, which saves lives.
Black Hills Plastic Surgery to Join Sanford Black Hills Region
Black Hills Plastic Surgery, a comprehensive plastic surgery practice in Rapid City, South Dakota, that provides cosmetic and reconstructive plastic surgery, as well as non-surgical cosmetic treatments, is joining Sanford Health as part of the Black Hills region.
Students in USD’s Doctor of Nurse Anesthesia Practice Program Benefit from $2.25 Million HRSA Grant
A $2.25 million grant from the Health Resources & Services Administration to grow and broaden the certified registered nurse anesthetist workforce in South Dakota has provided expanded opportunities for students who want to increase their career skills.
Dakota State University and LifeScape Collaborate to Develop Innovative Protective Gear
Dakota State University (DSU) and LifeScape have announced a collaborative research project that aims to revolutionize employee safety for direct care staff who work with children diagnosed with developmental disabilities, “Applied research like this is what DSU does best — connecting student and faculty expertise with community needs in a way that creates lasting change,” explains Dr. José-Marie Griffiths, President of Dakota State University.
2026 Clinical Enrichment Internship Program Now Accepting Nursing Students
Brookings Health System has partnered again with the South Dakota Board of Nursing to offer a clinical enrichment program for nursing students. Applications for the paid summer internship are being accepted now until Oct. 31 at brookingshealth.org/CEP.
Breast Cancer Awareness: This October and Throughout the Year
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, a time when pink ribbons and T-shirts are signs of the season, yet more importantly, these colorful reminders can save lives.