Technology

Story Medical has taken another major step forward in expanding healthcare access for the community with the addition of a permanent, state-of-the-art MRI suite now in operation on campus.

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.

Columbus Community Hospital's maternal child health department offers the latest technology and amenities for expecting and new mothers — after all, it is where babies come from!

Brad Reimer, chief technology and digital officer at Sanford Health, will join a panel discussion at Reuters Momentum AI Conference on April 28, in New York. The event convenes global executives to explore what will define AI leadership over the next decade and how organizations can translate rapid innovation into sustained enterprise value. 

Sanford Health’s chief transformation officer is joining leaders from Google and Augustana University for a one-day conference focused on preparing students for a world in which AI is increasingly ambient, but where human judgment, ethics and curiosity remain essential.

Brookings Health has invested in a new GE Precision 180 remote digital radiography and fluoroscopy system which performs both high-resolution X-ray and fluoroscopy imaging. 

Altru is pleased to announce treatment of the first patient with a new renal  denervation (RDN) procedure, now offered for certain patients with high blood pressure.  Approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in November 2023, the renal  denervation (RDN) system involves a minimally invasive procedure that targets nerves near the  kidneys that can become overactive and cause high blood pressure. The procedure – also  known as the blood pressure procedure - is approved for use as an adjunctive treatment in  patients with high blood pressure (or hypertension) when lifestyle changes and antihypertensive  medications do not adequately control blood pressure. 

Patients receiving an MRI at Regional West can experience more precise, fast, and comfortable exams through the new Siemens Sola MRI machine.

CHI Health Good Samaritan is the first in the state to offer a new groundbreaking robotic-assisted bronchoscopy platform. This innovative technology allows for earlier, safer and more accurate diagnoses of lung disease leading to improved patient outcomes. 

The Avera Cancer Institute in Pierre has recently added an advanced surface-guided radiation therapy system to enhance treatment precision, safety and patient comfort. This marks the first installation of the technology at an Avera location outside of Sioux Falls.

Columbus Community Hospital’s new, fourth-generation Mako robotic-assisted surgical system is helping orthopedic surgeons perform joint replacement procedures better than ever before.

When evaluating patients with epilepsy for surgery, timing and accuracy are critical. The MEG Center at Nebraska Medical Center provides referring physicians with a unique combination of cutting-edge technology, expert analysis and expedited service that sets it apart from other regional centers.

The amyloid PET-CT is a valuable tool to estimate beta-amyloid neuritic plaque density in adult patients with cognitive impairment who are being evaluated for Alzheimer’s disease and other causes of cognitive decline. 

Community Hospital is proud to announce the addition of Aquablation® therapy, a cutting-edge, minimally invasive surgical treatment for benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), commonly known as an enlarged prostate. This advanced technology offers a new level of precision and safety for men suffering from lower urinary tract symptoms caused by BPH.

Patients in the Black Hills region suffering from chronic tendon pain now have access to a minimally invasive treatment that can provide relief without major surgery or long recovery times.

Your website can often be the first impression of the level of care your healthcare team provides – giving you a chance to welcome a child and their family to your children's hospital long before they set foot in the front door. 

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.

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.

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.

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.

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 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.

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.

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.

The same vast rural landscapes that many South Dakotans find so beautiful can also make it enormously challenging to deliver health care here. Many rural communities are separated by hours of driving and there are never enough healthcare professionals to serve them.

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.

Jamestown Regional Medical Center (JRMC) is highlighting new advancements in wound care technology during Wound Care Awareness Week (June 9-13), a national observance established by Healogics®. The event marks more than a decade of care through JRMC’s Advanced Wound Healing & Hyperbaric Center.

Jeron Electronic Systems, Inc. has invested heavily in their Provider Technology Center—a state-of-the-art demonstration facility that allows healthcare professionals to experience firsthand how Jeron’s advanced nurse call systems and complementary technology can enhance their operations.

Sanford Health has implemented new intelligent automation technology in its molecular laboratory that is poised to expand testing capabilities and maximize efficiencies.

Box Butte General Hospital is excited to announce a new addition to the Imaging Department! A new Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) system from Siemens Healthineers, called the Magnetom Sola joins the team in providing technology and advanced diagnostic imaging for patients and providers. The Magnetom Sola’s unique and advanced technology is the only machine of its kind available in the Panhandle of Nebraska.