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My Space: Brian Blenner Caregiver Feature

My Space: Brian Blenner

My Role   As the Safety Services Director I wear many hats. I oversee policy, procedures and caregivers covering Life Safety, Emergency Management and Workplace Violence. My job is to support […]

Thoracic World Health & Wellness

Thoracic World

The Monument Health Heart and Vascular Institute began as Cardiology Associates PC, Heart Doctors in 1993. It started with five cardiologists who wanted to develop a comprehensive cardiology practice to […]

My Space: Patrick Sabrowski Caregiver Feature

My Space: Patrick Sabrowski

Black Hills Works is a person-centered agency that helps individuals with disabilities set goals and provides education, experience and support as they work hard to achieve them.  Monument Health is […]

Volunteer Profile: Sue Plooster Volunteer Profiles

Volunteer Profile: Sue Plooster

When her mother developed cancer, Monument Health Hospice helped Sue’s entire family. One year later, she decided to give back, volunteering to help others in Hospice. She didn’t realize it […]

The Science of Sweetness Health & Wellness

The Science of Sweetness

Reducing your sugar intake seems simple, but there are several factors at play that can make it difficult to cut back. From the multitude of names for sugar-based ingredients to […]

Physician Profile: Kyle Schmidt, M.D. Doctor Profiles

Physician Profile: Kyle Schmidt, M.D.

Originally from northwest Nebraska, Dr. Schmidt chose to practice in the Black Hills and provide services to the people in the surrounding communities. When he’s not with patients or working […]

Physician Profile: Chad Storch, D.O., MPH Doctor Profiles

Physician Profile: Chad Storch, D.O., MPH

When companies and employees need specific services like Department of Transportation physicals, return to work evaluations and other medical services, it’s important to have a health care provider with flexible […]

Patient Story: Bob Lantis Patient Stories

Patient Story: Bob Lantis

The cowboy is an American icon, a legendary figure woven into the history and culture of South Dakota. If you’re looking to find one, Bob Lantis looks and sounds the […]

Patient Story: Gordy Pratt Patient Stories

Patient Story: Gordy Pratt

Gordy Pratt is no stranger to being in the spotlight. The singer-songwriter was inducted into the South Dakota Country Music Hall of Fame in 2017. He brings his own brand […]

Mindfulness Ask The Expert

Mindfulness

In practical terms, mindfulness is paying attention to what’s going on and responding in a measured way. It’s often tied to activities like yoga and meditation, but these exercises are […]

Ask the Doc: Diabetes Ask The Expert

Ask the Doc: Diabetes

What are the types of diabetes?  There are two main types; 1 and 2. Type 1 diabetes is an autoimmune disorder, which means your body is attacking the cells that […]