Derby Event Support for Northern Hills Hospice Continues to Grow
Monument Health Foundation broke its previous fundraising record at this year’s A Night at the Derby, raising $156,731 to support Northern Hills Hospice.
Nebraska Medicine and UNMC Asked to Monitor U.S. Citizens Following Cruise Ship Hantavirus Outbreak
Nebraska Medicine and the University of Nebraska Medical Center have been asked by federal partners to receive and monitor U.S. citizens from the cruise ship associated with a hantavirus outbreak. These individuals will be observed in the National Quarantine Unit, located on the campus of Nebraska Medical Center and UNMC.
Waverly Health Center Nationally Recognized for Excellence in Rural Health Care
Waverly Health Center (WHC) has received two significant national recognitions, further reinforcing its commitment to delivering high quality, person-centered care to Northeast Iowa.
Ellie Stull to Assume Role as Medical Specialty Clinic Director
Ellie Stull assumes the role of Director of Specialty Care Clinics effective May 4, 2026. With over two decades of clinical and operational expertise, Ellie has built a distinguished career at Nebraska Medicine, marked by a deep commitment to patient care, staff development, and organizational excellence.
Restoring Quality of Life Through the Chronic Total Occlusion Program
For the 20% of cardiac patients who present with chronic total occlusions (CTOs), Nebraska Medicine offers renewed hope through our dedicated CTO program. Our program leverages the latest technology and specialized expertise to treat these complex cases that many institutions consider untreatable.
Your Next Top Hire May Already Be Part of Your Team
As part of the South Dakota Association of Healthcare Organizations (SDAHO) workforce initiative, this article highlights a simple but powerful workforce strategy for rural healthcare organizations: growing talent from within.
Sanford Health to Share Insights on AI, Workforce Transformation, and the Future of Care Delivery at Reuters Digital Health Summit
Sanford Health leaders will join healthcare executives, policymakers and technology innovators from across the country at Reuters Digital Health Summit May 20 – 21 in Chicago, to discuss how health systems are responsibly scaling AI and digital innovation to improve patient care, workforce sustainability and operational performance.
Essentia Health to Host Walk and Support Group for Stroke Survivors
As part of Stroke Awareness Month, Essentia Health will hold its annual stroke walk in support of local stroke survivors on Wednesday, May 27. This event will be held from 2-4 p.m. at the Rustad Recreation Center, located at 601 26th Ave. E. in West Fargo.
ORA Orthopedics Becomes First in the U.S. to Introduce Advanced Weight-Bearing CT Scanner
ORA Orthopedics is proud to announce the addition of the Planmed XFI Cone-beam CT Scanner, an advanced imaging system that delivers detailed, three-dimensional images while allowing patients to be scanned in a natural, weight-bearing position.
Sanford Fargo to Host Doc Talk Focused on Back Pain
Sanford Health Fargo is hosting a Doc Talk discussion to educate the public about back pain.
Sanford Bismarck Earns ACC HeartCARE Center Designation for Excellence in Cardiac Care
The American College of Cardiology has recognized Sanford Bismarck for its demonstrated commitment to comprehensive, high-quality culture and cardiovascular care. Sanford Bismarck was awarded the HeartCARE Center National Distinction of Excellence in April based on meeting accreditation criteria, and through their ongoing performance registry reporting.
Columbus Community Hospital Awards Scholarships to Area Students
Columbus Community Hospital recently announced the winners of its 2026 scholarships. Sixteen local students received $7,800 to further their educations.
2026 DAISY Award Honoree Announced During BBGH Town Hall
Staff Nurse, Abbey Reeves RN of Box Butte General Hospital (BBGH) was recently honored with The DAISY Award® For Extraordinary Nurses. The award is part of The DAISY Foundation’s international program that recognizes and celebrates the extraordinary and compassionate care nurses provide every day.
CHI Health Good Samaritan Distributes Free Bike Helmets to the Community on June 1
CHI Health Good Samaritan and Safe Kids Platte Valley will provide new bike helmets to the public from 4 to 6 p.m. on Monday, June 1 at the Kearney Public Library, 2020 First Avenue. The event takes place in conjunction with the library’s Summer Reading Kick-off.
Carley Bayer Joins Essentia Health-32nd Avenue Clinic as Neurology Practitioner
The Essentia Health-32nd Avenue Clinic is excited to welcome Carley Bayer, an advanced practice registered nurse and certified nurse practitioner in neurology.
CHI Health Good Samaritan to Hold Infant Memorial Service on June 7
CHI Health Good Samaritan has scheduled a service commemorating the lives of babies stillborn, miscarried or who have died in infancy. The hospital’s annual Infant Memorial Service will take place at 3 pm on Sunday, June 7 at the City of Kearney Cemetery, on the east side of the grounds.
Essentia Health-Fargo Recognized by U.S. News & World Report for Maternity Care
Essentia Health-Fargo has again been named a High Performing Hospital for Maternity Care by U.S. News & World Report, marking the second consecutive year the hospital has received the highest designation in U.S. News’ annual Best Hospitals for Maternity Care study.
Community Hospital Health Foundation Advances Clinical Education With QCPR Manikins
The Community Hospital Health Foundation has provided funding for new QCPR Manikins to enhance hands-on training in Community Hospital’s Clinical Education program.
SDAHO’s RHTP Resources Offer Centralized Access to Tools, Updates, and Support
The South Dakota Association of Healthcare Organizations (SDAHO), continues to support members navigating the Rural Health Transformation Project (RHTP)—a multi-year effort to expand access to care, strengthen the health care workforce, and ensure sustainable, high-quality health care across South Dakota’s rural communities.
The Way Forward
The new Behavioral Health and Wellness Center at Children’s Nebraska is Omaha offers a "no wrong door" policy for self-referral and a seamless continuum of mental health services for children and teens, positioned right alongside primary care — a deliberate signal that mental health and physical health are inseparable.