Hospital & Health News | SageWest Health Care

Wishing you a happy and healthy holiday season

December 14, 2018

Warmest wishes from SageWest Health Care

Employee of the Month for December goes to...

December 11, 2018

Optimism and thoughtfulness are the hallmarks of Dakota’s personality.

Don’t “Toy Around” with Safety

December 7, 2018

Make toy safety a top priority this holiday season

SageWest Health Care CEO Alan Daugherty Planning to Retire

November 28, 2018

Health system leader to leave his position in April 2019; National search for a replacement underway

Employee of the Month for November goes to...

November 19, 2018

It is with great pride and appreciation that we recognize our SageWest Employee of the Month for November, Charles Aragon, patient advocate.

SageWest Health Care Receives an ‘A’ for Patient Safety in Fall 2018 Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade

November 8, 2018

SageWest is one of the safest hospitals in America.

Employee of the Month for October goes to...

October 17, 2018

It is with great pride and appreciation that we recognize our SageWest Employee of the Month for October, Janet Day, dietary services cook.

It’s More Than a Month

October 5, 2018

Fight breast cancer and get peace of mind with an annual mammogram

Breakfast with Dan, SageWest COO

October 4, 2018

Listen to SageWest updates and ask questions

Health Fair Screenings

October 4, 2018

SageWest invites you to our Health Fair Screenings.

Cyber Security is a Team Sport

October 3, 2018

Everyone has a role to play in helping to ensure online safety

Cholesterol 101: What it is and why it matters

September 14, 2018

Cholesterol. You probably know that it’s an important factor when it comes to your overall health and wellness, but what is it, exactly?

Employee of the Month for September goes to...

September 13, 2018

It is with great pride and appreciation that we recognize our SageWest Employee of the Month for September, Kathy Kroeger, Imaging Technologist.

The Future of Healthcare in Our Communities

September 7, 2018

By: Alan Daugherty, SageWest Health Care CEO

Dr. Melissa Hertler joins SageWest Health Care

September 6, 2018

Board certified Otolaryngologist (Ear, Nose and Throat specialist) joins SageWest to expand services available to Fremont County residents

SageWest Health Care Names Amanda Vick Chief Nursing Officer

August 24, 2018

SageWest Health Care announced that Amanda Vick has been named chief nursing officer (CNO) for SageWest Health Care, effective August 20.

SageWest welcomes Nurse Practitioner, Kim Kearney

August 23, 2018

SageWest Health Care is excited to welcome Nurse Practitioner, Kim Kearney, to their medical staff.

August SageWest Employee of the Month

August 14, 2018

It is with great pride and appreciation that we recognize our SageWest Employee of the Month for August, Amy Jarrard, ICU RN.

Join us for Breakfast with SageWest Leader Dan Springer, Chief Operating Officer

August 9, 2018

Opportunity to ask questions, listen to SageWest updates, and a community tour.

Getting in the Immunization Routine

August 1, 2018

Regular vaccinations support individual and community health

Colon Cancer Screening Age Change

July 27, 2018

Colon Cancer Screening Age Lowered

Men on the Move: How to Improve Your Health through Exercise, Safely

June 5, 2018

June is Men’s Health Month, a great time for men to evaluate their current level of wellness and recommit to a healthy lifestyle.

Dr. Jeff Anderson joins SageWest Health Care

June 1, 2018

Board certified obstetrician and gynecologist joins SageWest to expand women’s health services available to Fremont County residents

People are the Cornerstone of Making Communities Healthier

May 7, 2018

SageWest Health Care is joining with several organizations this May to recognize and celebrate many of our community’s healthcare providers and recognize their efforts to help make our community healthier.

Top of Mind: Ending the Stigma around Mental Health

May 3, 2018

When it comes to our health, it can be easy to focus exclusively on physical health – but there is another important facet of our health that we should not ignore – our mental health.

The Heart of the Patient Experience

April 25, 2018

A big part of delivering healthcare you can count on is creating positive experiences for our patients and their families – starting from the moment you walk through our doors.

SageWest Recognized by March of Dimes for Giving More Babies a Healthy Start in Life

April 24, 2018

Earned the recognition after successfully reducing the number of elective inductions and cesarean deliveries performed before 39 completed weeks of pregnancy to less than one percent (1%).

SageWest Employee of the Month for April

April 11, 2018

With great pride we announce our first recipient of the SageWest Employee of the Month award.

LifePoint Health Named Recipient of 2017 John M. Eisenberg Award for Innovation in Patient Safety

April 10, 2018

Company recognized for National Quality Program in which SageWest Health Care participates

SageWest Health Care names 2018 Mercy Award Winners

April 5, 2018

Jenni Anderson and Deborah Ellsworth recognized for demonstrating compassion and unwavering commitment to helping others.

SageWest Health Care received Level IV trauma designation

March 27, 2018

By the State of Wyoming and The American College of Surgeons

Go Further with Food

March 6, 2018

Get the most out of what you're eating and reduce food waste.

Outpatient Services now offered 2 Saturdays/month

March 1, 2018

Need a radiology exam or lab screening?

Is it time for a colonoscopy?

March 1, 2018

What to know about colorectal cancer and how to protect yourself

Be Smart. Love Your Heart. You get one heart. Treat it smart with a heart-healthy lifestyle.

February 22, 2018

By John Reckling, M.D. Internal Medicine

Is it a cold or flu?

February 21, 2018

Here’s a list of the common symptoms by the CDC and how to determine if it’s just a cold or flu.

Protecting Yourself and Our Community from the Flu

February 15, 2018

By Vickie Bessey, Chief Nursing Officer

Fresh Year, Fresh Start: Give your health a jumpstart in 2018 with a fresh approach to healthy eating

January 9, 2018

By Vickie Bessey, Chief Nursing Officer, SageWest Health Care

Wishing you a happy and healthy Christmas

December 21, 2017

Alan Daugherty, SageWest CEO

Safe, Healthy, Happy Holiday

December 7, 2017

'Tis the Season to be Healthy: Maintaining your health amid the hustle and bustle of the season by Joseph Turner, M.D. Family Medicine

Toy Safety This Holiday Season

December 1, 2017

Don't "Toy Around" with Safety: Make toy safety a top priority this holiday season.

PineRidge inpatient behavioral health unit has been recently recognized from CMS.

November 20, 2017

Women's Night Out

October 25, 2017

Celebrate women and support breast cancer awareness.

Dr. Craig Evans joins SageWest Health Care

October 24, 2017

General surgeon expands access to surgery services in Fremont County.

Keeping Quality Care Close to Home

October 20, 2017

By Michael Jones, Board of Trustees Chair of SageWest Health Care

Free Carpal Tunnel Seminar

October 19, 2017

Do you have pain, numbness, or tingling in your fingers or hands? Do you experience weakness in your arms? Find out how to help these problems and get back to your active lifestyle.

Working Together to Improve Patient Care and Experience

October 18, 2017

We want to share one of our key quality initiatives of bedside shift report, as we are working together to improve our patient care and experience.

Quality Matters at SageWest

October 16, 2017

As you may know, October 15-21 has been designated as National Healthcare Quality Week, SageWest CEO Alan Daugherty takes the opportunity to share with our community what quality means to us at SageWest.