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Doctor Profiles

Physician Profile: Fawzi Ameer, M.D.

My role  I am a cardiologist at Monument Heart and Vascular Institute with a primary focus in cardiovascular imaging. I grew up in Rapid City and did my medical and […]

Not Slowing Down Patient Stories

Not Slowing Down

Kip Wagner was 34 years old when he found out he had type 1 diabetes. His daughter, Katie Washnok, was diagnosed at age 12. Kip’s son, Kevin Wagner, was 25.

Comfort and Joy Health & Wellness

Comfort and Joy

Cutting-edge treatments and therapies are powerful allies in the fight against diseases like cancer. But when it comes to feeling better, don’t underestimate the healing power of touch.

Miracle Agents Volunteer Profiles

Miracle Agents

Kelly Howie and his real estate team believe deeply in supporting the Children’s Miracle Network — and showing others how they can, too.

A Way to Fight Back Patient Stories

A Way to Fight Back

The Clinical Research department at Monument Health has a rich history of working on medical breakthroughs. For one patient, her participation in a recent study may have saved her life.

Provider Profile: Sarah Schryvers, CNP Doctor Profiles

Provider Profile: Sarah Schryvers, CNP

The Hot Springs community is multi-generational — there are families whose ancestors homesteaded in the area. Sarah Schryvers, CNP, enjoys caring for these families, from grandparents to their grandchildren.

Community and Culture Caregiver Feature

Community and Culture

There are about as many different coffee orders as there are caregivers at Monument Health. And the baristas crafting each drink are every bit as unique as the orders they serve.

Feels Like Home Caregiver Feature

Feels Like Home

Fifty years working at the same hospital sounds like a big commitment, but for Wanda Schummer, it’s been time well spent.

Miss South Dakota Never Misses Leg Day Health & Wellness

Miss South Dakota Never Misses Leg Day

As Miss South Dakota, Miranda O’Bryan is proud to represent the state where she was born and raised. She’s also grateful for the opportunity to prepare for the Miss America Competition at Monument Health Sports Performance Institute powered by exos.

On Track to Spread Joy Volunteer Profiles

On Track to Spread Joy

It’s always fun to share what you love, and for this miniature car collector there’s nothing better than putting smiles on kids’ faces.

Cover Story: Making Christmas Caregiver Feature

Cover Story: Making Christmas

Holiday magic is hard work. Luckily, Monument Health caregivers Dana Darger and Denny Leibel are up to the task.