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PrimeCare Information Session on Alternatives to Hysterectomy
Are you looking for an alternative to hysterectomy? You are not alone. Twenty to forty percent of women age 35 and older have uterine fibroids of significant size. A hysterectomy more
St. Alexius Foundation Receives Donation
The St. Alexius Medical Center Auxiliary contributed $25,000 to the St. Alexius Medical Center Foundation on January 23, 2007 during its annual meeting. This contribution reflects the purpose and tradition more
St. Alexius Becomes Blue Distinction Center for Bariatric Surgery
St. Alexius Medical Center has met the criteria necessary to be designated a Blue Distinction Center for Bariatric SurgerySM. This designation means that St. Alexius, along with the surgeons more
Stop Smoking for FREE!
Plus, receive a $50 coupon toward nicotine replacement products. St. Alexius Medical Center is offering a free program for people who want to quit smoking or using tobacco. This is more
Patient Web Pages
Help Patients Keep Family and Friends Informed
When you, or a family or friend are going through a significant life event and become a patient at St. Alexius Medical Center, there more
St. Alexius Hospice Celebrates 16 Years of Service
The Hospice program at St. Alexius Medical Center will be celebrating its 16th year anniversary in the Bismarck-Mandan area on February 14- Valentine’s Day.
The Hospice Care movement began in the more
St. Alexius Medical Center Awarded Three-Year CARF Accreditation
The Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF) announced that the St. Alexius Medical Center Rehabilitation Center has been accredited for a period of three-years.
This accreditation outcome represents the more
St. Alexius Medical Center Celebrates American Heart Month
St. Alexius Medical Center, the #1 Heart Hospital in North Dakota for Cardiac Services according to HealthGrades®, the leading independent healthcare ratings company, is a corporate sponsor of the American more
St. Alexius Clinical Research Services: Advancing the Future of Medicine through Research
Are you interested in becoming a participant in a clinical study? If you have heard about a study that sounds interesting and you would like more information, please contact St. more
Free Neck and Back Pain Seminar Open to Public
If you have questions about neck or back pain, you may find the answers you need at the free Neck and Back Pain seminar at St. Alexius Medical Center. Learn more
“Tired of Being Tired? Getting a Good Night’s Sleep” Eldercare Topic for February
The St. Alexius Eldercare program will sponsor a program titled “Tired of Being Tired? Getting a Good Night’s Sleep,” with Tara Vander Laan, St. Alexius Polysomnography Technician, presenting. Learn about more
Cholesterol and Blood Sugar Screenings
St. Alexius Medical Center and Mid Dakota Clinic are co-sponsoring monthly screenings which include blood pressure, blood sugar, total cholesterol and HDL (good cholesterol). The next screening runs from 8:30 more
Free Neck and Back Pain Seminar Open to Public
If you have questions about neck or back pain, you may find the answers you need at the free Neck and Back Pain seminar at St. Alexius Medical Center. Learn more
January Primecare Health Information Session
It is that time of year again to think about New Year’s Resolutions and weight management.
St. Alexius Medical Center and Mid Dakota Clinic have teamed up to provide you more
Stop Smoking for FREE!
Plus, receive a $50 coupon toward nicotine replacement products.
St. Alexius Medical Center is offering a free program for people who want to quit smoking or using tobacco. This is funded more
Cholesterol and Blood Sugar Screenings
St. Alexius Medical Center and Mid Dakota Clinic are co-sponsoring monthly screenings which include blood pressure, blood sugar, total cholesterol and HDL (good cholesterol). The next screening runs from 8:30 more
Christmas Stories
by Rev. Darrel Aleson, Chaplain
St. Alexius Pastoral Care
If you have been in any stores or shopping malls lately (early November as I write), it is already evident that the commercial more
Holiday Gifts for Older Family Members
by Rodger W. Wetzel, MPA/MHA, LSW, Director
Community Health, Development and Eldercare
What to buy an older family member, or friend . . . especially if they have everything, or don’t need more
Helping Communities Since 1885: Please Include St. Alexius in Your Charitable Donations
When you give to St. Alexius Medical Center, you support your community and help your friends and neighbors.
In keeping with its mission, St. Alexius provides care to all patients, including more
St. Alexius hosting 13th Annual Wreath Auction
Christmas wreaths, holiday arrangements and a variety of seasonal items will be available at the Hospice 13th Annual Wreath Auction. The silent auction will be held in the St. Alexius more
Free Neck and Back Pain Seminar Open to Public
If you have questions about neck or back pain, you may find the answers you need at the free Neck and Back Pain seminar at St. Alexius Medical Center. Learn more
The National Sleep Foundation and the St. Alexius Sleep Center Announce the Great American Sleep Challenge
Does having more energy, feeling refreshed and zipping through the day with a rejuvenated spirit sound intriguing or, maybe even impossible? It could be easier to achieve than you think. more
Free Memory Loss Screening
Memory loss is considered the number one concern among older adults. St. Alexius Medical Center will be conducting a free memory screening on December 13, 2006 from 5:00 to 9:00 more
Cholesterol and Blood Sugar Screenings
St. Alexius Medical Center and Mid Dakota Clinic are co-sponsoring monthly screenings which include blood pressure, blood sugar, total cholesterol and HDL (good cholesterol). The next screening runs from 8:30 more
Quilters Donate to St. Alexius
As we are approaching this holiday season, it is important to take the time to think about those who may be in a tough situation. For the Washburn Area Comfort more
St. Alexius Hosting 13th Annual Wreath Auction
Christmas wreaths, holiday arrangements and a variety of seasonal items will be available at the St. Alexius Home Care & Hospice 13th Annual Wreath Auction. The silent auction will be more
St. Alexius Auxiliary Hosting Book Fair
The St. Alexius Auxiliary will be hosting its ever popular Book Fair, Monday, November 27 and Tuesday, November 28 in the St. Alexius Boniface Auditorium (10th and Rosser). Books are more
GPRS Offering CPAP Clinic
Great Plain Rehabilitation Services (GPRS) at St. Alexius Medical Center is taking an active approach to assist their obstructive sleep apnea patients who use CPAP (Continuous Positive Airway Pressure) and more
A THANKSGIVING DAY PRAYER
O God, our living Creator, You bless us with abundant life. On this Thanksgiving Day, we come before you with hearts full of gratitude for your many gifts. more
Free Memory Loss Screening
Memory loss is considered the number one concern among older adults. St. Alexius Medical Center will be conducting a free memory screening on November 29, 2006 from 5:00 to 9:00 more
Patient Web Pages – Help Patients Keep Family and Friends Informed
When you, or a family or friend are going through a significant life event and become a patient at St. Alexius Medical Center, there is now a way to keep more
St. Alexius Medical Center to Provide Practitioners with Unique Simulation Training for Treating Carotid Artery Disease
St. Alexius Medical Center will host the Boston Scientific Mobile Simulation Training Unit on Thursday, November 16, 2006. This will provide state-of-the-art, hands on education for physicians and staff involved more
November Primecare Health Information Session
Do you suffer from varicose veins? You are not alone. There are 35-40 million people dealing every day with the unsightly appearance, the leg fatigue, throbbing, heaviness and aching that more
St. Alexius Surgical Services Open House
When patients and families come to St. Alexius Medical Center’s Surgical Services for a procedure, they will experience a newly remodeled Pre-Surgical Care Unit (PSCU) and PACU (Post Anesthesia Care more
Free Neck and Back Pain Seminar Open to Public
If you have questions about neck or back pain, you may find the answers you need at the free Neck and Back Pain seminar at St. Alexius Medical Center. Learn more
Community Senior Health Fair Coming Up
St. Alexius Medical Center and Mid Dakota Clinic will be holding the third annual Community Senior Health Fair on Thursday, November 9. This fair is held to promote health and more
Cholesterol and Blood Sugar Screenings
St. Alexius Medical Center and Mid Dakota Clinic are co-sponsoring monthly screenings which include blood pressure, blood sugar, total cholesterol and HDL (good cholesterol). The next screening runs from 8:30 more
FREE Screening for Vascular Disease
St. Alexius Medical Center, the #1 Heart Hospital in North Dakota, will be conducting a FREE vascular screening. The following screenings will take place: Peripheral Artery Screening- Screens for plaque more
St. Alexius Auxiliary Bazaar
The St. Alexius Auxiliary will be hosting its annual bazaar on Thursday, October 26, from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., in Boniface Auditorium, accessed via the East Patient Services Entrance more
Independent Quality Study Rates St. Alexius Medical Center Among Nation’s Best for Clinical Outcomes
#1 in North Dakota for Overall Cardiac and Pulmonary Care
St. Alexius Medical Center announced today it has received five-star ratings for clinical excellence in Coronary Bypass Surgery, Coronary Interventional Procedures, more
St. Alexius Medical Center Signs Strategic Agreement with Siemens to Provide Imaging and Therapeutic Technologies
Siemens to Provide Imaging Systems for Radiology,
Cardiology and Oncology Facilities
St. Alexius Medical Center in Bismarck, N.D., has signed a strategic agreement with Siemens Medical Solutions that makes Siemens more
Service of Remembrance & Free Memory Loss Screening
Service of Remembrance Set for October 14
In recognition of October as National Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month, St. Alexius Medical Center will hold a Service of Remembrance for those more
Free Neck and Back Pain Seminar Open to Public
If you have questions about neck or back pain, you may find the answers you need at the free Neck and Back Pain seminar at St. Alexius Medical Center. Learn more
October Primecare Information Session – Kids Get High on the Darndest Things
St. Alexius Medical Center, together with Mid Dakota Clinic, is holding a PrimeCare Health Information Session for the month of October. Gordon Leingang, DO, emergency medicine doctor with St. Alexius more
Geriatric Healthcare, Alzheimer’s and Hospice Joint Conference Set for October 12 & 13
The 10th Annual Geriatric Healthcare, Alzheimer’s and Hospice Organization Joint Conference is set for October 12 and 13 at the Ramkota Hotel in Bismarck, ND. The conference is designed to more
Wetzel Receives Caritas Award
Rodger Wetzel, Director of Community Health, Eldercare and Foundation at St. Alexius Medical Center will be the recipient of the 2006 Caritas Award. This award is presented by Catholic Charities more
Cholesterol and Blood Sugar Screenings
St. Alexius Medical Center and Mid Dakota Clinic are co-sponsoring monthly screenings which include blood pressure, blood sugar, total cholesterol and HDL (good cholesterol). The next screening runs from 8:30 more
St. Alexius Birthplace Nursing Receives Recognition
The birthplace nursing team at St. Alexius Medical Center recently received the JOHNSON’S® Childbirth Nursing Award Certificate of Recognition. This Certificate of Recognition means that a patient has nominated the more
Free Neck and Back Pain Seminar Open to Public
If you have questions about neck or back pain, you may find the answers you need at the free Neck and Back Pain seminar at St. Alexius Medical Center. Learn more
Eldercare Program: What Happens to Assets/Savings with Nursing Home Placement and Medicare Savings Program
The St. Alexius Eldercare Program will sponsor a program titled “What Happens to Assets/Savings with Nursing Home Placement and Medicare Savings Program.” Deb Masad, Medicaid Policy Administrator, Office of Economic more
Stop Smoking for Free
In conjunction with Bismarck Burleigh Public Health, St. Alexius Medical Center is holding smoking cessation classes free of charge. Participants will receive a $50 coupon for nicotine replacement.
It is more
St. Alexius Art Fair
Breathe new life into your home or office with artwork from the semi-annual Art Fair at St. Alexius Medical Center. The St. Alexius Auxiliary is partnering with JR Expressions on more
Back to School Sleep Schedules
For many children and teens, summer vacation is synonymous with staying up late and sleeping in. Returning to an early morning sleep schedule can be challenging, but it is vital more
3PQ Equipment at St. Alexius Helps Athletes
As the summer is drawing to an end, more and more students are getting back into the routine of sports. This summer and fall they can take advantage of the more
Free Back/Neck Seminar to be held in Minot
If you suffer from back or neck pain, you’ll want to attend our FREE seminar and learn about some of the lastest treatment
approaches, including conservative as well as minimally invasive more
Revolutionary New Procedure Done in Bismarck
Forty to sixty percent of adults suffer from chronic back pain in the U.S. every year, and more than one million spine surgery procedures are performed annually, according to TranS1®, more
Free Neck and Back Pain Seminar Open to Public
If you have questions about neck or back pain, you may find the answers you need at the free Neck and Back Pain seminar at St. Alexius Medical Center. Learn more
3PQ Equipment at St. Alexius Helps Athletes
As the summer is drawing to an end, more and more students are getting back into the routine of sports. This summer and fall they can take advantage of the more
Public Invited to Attend Same Day Surgery Center Open House
The public is invited to attend an Open House for the St. Alexius Same Day Surgery Center located in the Medical Arts Plaza at 810 E. Rosser Ave. The Same more
Kohl’s to Offer Exclusive Animal Planet® Merchandise that will Benefit St. Alexius Medical Center
For a limited time, Kohl’s is offering four exciting custom edition books from Animal Planet, which features an elephant, tiger, zebra and giraffe. Kohl’s is also offering the exclusive corresponding more
St. Alexius Auxiliary Hosting Book Sale
The St. Alexius Auxiliary is hosting a Book Sale August 17 and 18. The vendor is Books are Fun, whose parent company is Reader’s Digest. There is an assortment of more
Senior Wellness Sensation Set for August 17
The 21st Annual Senior Wellness Sensation will be held from 8:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Thursday, August 17, 2006, at the Ramkota Hotel in Bismarck.
The day begins with registration more
Learn to Live Well with Fibromyalgia Syndrome
Fibromyalgia syndrome (FMS) is a widespread musculoskeletal pain and fatigue disorder for which the cause is still unknown. Fibromyalgia means pain in the muscles, ligaments and tendons – the soft more
Sarah Ann Haugen Memorial Scholarship Awarded
Sarah Ann Haugen Memorial Scholarship announces the recipients for the 2006-2007 Bismarck State College/St. Alexius Paramedic Program. They are: Daniel Raymond, Williston; Steven Shaw, Ellendale; Shelly Smith, Marion; Jamie Toepke, more
How Bad is Drowsy Driving?
Drowsy driving, no big deal, right? According to the National Sleep Foundation’s 2005 Sleep in America poll, 60% of adult drivers – about 168 million people- say they have driven more
St. Alexius: Investing in Our Communities
When you give to St. Alexius Medical Center, you invest in your community and help your friends and neighbors.
Each year, St. Alexius Medical Center donates thousands of dollars to more
Eldercare Program: Advanced Healthcare Directives
Advanded Healthcare Directives (Living Wills, etc)
- What are Advanced Healthcare Directives
- Who should get copies
- Free sources of forms and information
This program is presented by Rodger Wetzel, LSW, MPA/MHA, Director of the St. more
Free Neck and Back Pain Seminar Open to Public
If you have questions about neck or back pain, you may find the answers you need at the free Neck and Back Pain seminar at St. Alexius Medical Center. Learn more
Wetzel Receives Community Leadership Award
Rodger Wetzel, director of St. Alexius Eldercare, Community Health and Foundation, received the North Dakota Chamber of Commerce Community Leadership Award on June 14, 2006. This award is one of more
Learn to Live Well with Fibromyalgia Syndrome
Fibromyalgia syndrome (FMS) is a widespread musculoskeletal pain and fatigue disorder for which the cause is still unknown. Fibromyalgia means pain in the muscles, ligaments and tendons – the soft more
Cullen Receives 2006 Dick Vraa Memorial Award
The 2006 winner of the Dick Vraa Memorial ‘Outstanding Network Member’ Award is Myron Cullen MS, LATC, CSCS, Assistant Director of the St. Alexius Human Performance Center. President John Frappier more
St. Alexius Medical Center’s Trauma Center Receives Re-Verification From the American College of Surgeons’ Committee on Trauma
The trauma center at St. Alexius Medical Center has been re-verified as a Level II trauma center by the Committee on Trauma (COT) of the American College of Surgeons (ACS). more
St. Alexius Medical Center First and Only Magnet™ Hospital
St. Alexius Medical Center was notified by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) that it has fulfilled the rigorous requirements to become North Dakota’s first and only Magnet™ Hospital. more
First in the Region to Offer the GORE TAG Thoracic Endoprosthesis
St. Alexius Medical Center announces that it is the first in the region to offer the GORE TAG Thoracic Endoprosthesis, recently approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) as more
St. Alexius Medical Center Ranked Among Top Five Percent Nationally for Patient Safety and Recognized for Clinical Quality Excellence by National Study
HealthGrades study based on nearly 40 million patient records in the U.S.
Patients treated at Distinguished Hospitals for Patient Safety are 43 percent less likely to have an adverse, preventable event more
Over the Hedge and into Kohl’s: Special Merchandise to Support Kids Across the Country
Kohl’s brings entertainment to families while supporting children’s health and educational opportunities nationwide
Why wait for the highly anticipated summer blockbuster to open in theatres before getting a head start on more
HPC Celebrates 25 Years
The Human Performance Center (HPC) at St. Alexius Medical Center is celebrating 25 years in sports medicine. The HPC, formally known as the Institute of Sports Medicine (ISM), was established more
Summer Fun & Safety Day Draws Over 1,500 Students
Over 1,500 first and third graders from area schools will fill Sertoma Park on Thursday, May 18th for Summer Fun & Safety Day sponsored by St. Alexius Medical Center and more
Learn How to Talk to Your Kids about Sex
It can be nerve-wracking. It can be uncomfortable. But it is important. Parents need to talk with their children about sex. When it comes to their decision about sex, teens more
St. Alexius Celebrates National Hospital Week
Don’t let the name fool you. Organizers say National Hospital Week isn’t a celebration of health care’s most recognizable buildings- it’s a celebration of the miracles that happen inside them. more
Being Your Own Best Friend Topic for May Eldercare Program
The St. Alexius Eldercare Program will sponsor a program titled “Being Your Own Best Friend as We Grow Older,” with Rodger Wetzel, Director of St. Alexius Community Health, Eldercare & more
Free Neck and Back Pain Seminar open to public
If you have questions about neck or back pain, you may find answers you need at the free Neck and Back Pain seminar at St. Alexius Medical Center. Learn about more
St. Alexius Hosting State AWHONN Conference
April 20 and 21, 2006, St. Alexius Medical Center will be hosting the state Association of Women’s Health, Obstetric and Neonatal Nurses Conference (AWHONN). The conference is entitled “2006 Excellence more
St. Alexius Auxiliary Hosting Book Sale
The St. Alexius Auxiliary is hosting a Book Sale May 1 and 2. The vendor is Books are Fun, whose parent company is Reader’s Digest. There is an assortment of more
National Volunteer Week
In 2005, St. Alexius volunteers contributed 19,268.25 hours of service. That averages out to be 9.5 hours per month for each of the 169 different volunteers. These volunteers are a more
National Donate Life Month
Each day, 17 people die while waiting for a transplant. 91,360 people are on the national waiting list for organs, as of February 2006. 2,414 of those people are from more
Center for Integrated Medicine Responds to Increased Need for Occupational Therapy Services
Madonna Mitzel, MS, OTR/L, has joined the St. Alexius Center for Integrated Medicine on a more regular basis due to increased patient volume. Mitzel has specialty training in myofascial release more
Foot Care and Foot Surgeries
The St. Alexius Eldercare Program will sponsor a program titled “Foot Care and Foot Surgeries,” with Mark Hart, M.D., of The Bone & Joint Center, presenting. Come learn about common more
St. Alexius Auxiliary Hosts Cookie Lee Jewelry Sale
The St. Alexius Auxiliary will be hosting its first-ever Cookie Lee Jewelry Sale on Thursday, April 6, in Boniface Auditorium. Cookie Lee, in partnership with the St. Alexius Auxiliary, is more
Free Children’s Asthma Clinic Set for April 13, 2006
Do you suspect that your child has respiratory problems, maybe even asthma? The Regional Children’s Asthma Clinic will be held on Thursday, April 13, 2006 from 1:00 to 5:00 p.m. more
Kotrapu Retires after 33 Years of Pediatric Care
Niran Kotrapu, MD, is retiring from medicine after 33 years of service as a pediatrician and pediatric cardiologist. The media, as well as the public, is invited to attend a more
Hot Flashes?
Symptoms of menopause affect many women over the age of 40. Hot flashes (sudden sensations of heat, often accompanied by sweating, racing pulse, and anxiety) are the most common symptom more
St. Alexius, Benedictine Health System Explore Collaboration
St. Alexius Medical Center and the Benedictine Health System (BHS) of Duluth, Minn., have signed an agreement to explore the feasibility of building a Catholic post acute care facility in more
March PrimeCare Information Session – Headaches
Tension, cluster, migraine or sinus. It doesn’t matter what type of headache you suffer from, they affect your daily living. Attend the PrimeCare Health Information Session to learn more about more
Brain Awareness Week
More than 55 million Americans are afflicted with a brain disorder – this is nearly 1 in 5 Americans.
St. Alexius Medical Center is partnering with thousands of health care more
St. Alexius Sleep Center Accredited
An estimated 40 million Americans suffer from a sleeping disorder, according to the American Academy of Sleep Medicine. There are 84 different sleeping and waking disorders but some of the more
Human Touch Promotes Healing
The Benefits of Massage Therapy are extensive.
- Develop, maintain, rehabilitate or augment physical function
- Relieve or prevent physical dysfunction and pain
- Relax tight and tense muscles
- Improve circulation, recovery time and immune system function
- Reduce more
Quality, Comfort & Convenience
At the St. Alexius Surgery Center, patients undergo their procedures in state-of-the-art operating rooms; recover under the care of an experienced nursing staff and go home on the very same more
Information Session to be held on Heart Health
St. Alexius Medical Center, together with Mid Dakota Clinic, is holding a PrimeCare Health Information Session for the month of February. John Windsor, DO, cardiologist with the St. Alexius Heart more
Public Invited to Balance & Dizziness Center Open House
Members of the media, as well as the public, are invited to attend an Open House for the new St. Alexius Balance & Dizziness Center, a division of its Neuroscience more
St. Alexius Auxiliary Hosts Art Sale February 16 and 17
The St. Alexius Auxiliary will be hosting its ever-popular Art Sale, Thursday, February 16, and Friday, February 17, in Boniface Auditorium. JR Expressions, in partnership with the St. Alexius Auxiliary, more
St. Alexius Hospice to celebrate 15 years of service
The St. Alexius Hospice program will be celebrating its 15th year of service in the Bismarck-Mandan area on Valentine’s Day.
The Hospice care movement began in 1960’s and has evolved more
Free Neck and Back Pain Seminar open to public
If you have questions about neck or back pain, you may find answers you need at the free Neck and Back Pain seminar at St. Alexius Medical Center. Learn about more
Free Children’s Asthma Clinic Set for February 9
Do you suspect that your child has respiratory problems, maybe even asthma? The Regional Children’s Asthma Clinic will be held on Thursday, February 9, 2006 from 1:00 to 5:00 p.m. more
Advances in Eye Care and Cataract Surgery Topic for February
The St. Alexius Eldercare Program will sponsor a program titled “Advances in Eye Care and Cataract Surgery,” with Aaron Fortney, MD, from the Dakota Eye Institute presenting. Come learn about more
Health Screenings Open to Public
St. Alexius/Mid Dakota Clinic cholesterol, blood sugar, and blood pressure screenings will be held Thursday, February 2 from 8:30 until 11:30 a.m. at Mid Dakota Clinic.
The cost is $15 more
Pelvic Pain Solutions- free health session open to public
The St. Alexius Center for Integrated Medicine will be holding a FREE Health Education Session titled “Pelvic Pain Solutions.” Learn how a team approach can alleviate pelvic trigger point pain, more
St. Alexius Medical Center Re-Accredited By The Joint Commission
By demonstrating compliance with the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organization’s national standards for health care quality and safety, St. Alexius Medical Center has earned the Joint Commission’s Gold more
Public Announcement of ANCC Site Visit
St. Alexius Medical Center is being considered by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) for the prestigious designation of Magnet. The Magnet Recognition Program is conducting a site visit to more
How to Get a Good Night’s Sleep
The St. Alexius Eldercare Program will sponsor an informational presentation on sleep for the January Eldercare Program. It is entitled, “How to Get a Good Night’s Sleep,” and will be more
Free Children’s Asthma Clinic Set for January 12, 2006
Do you suspect that your child has respiratory problems, maybe even asthma? The Regional Children’s Asthma Clinic will be held on Thursday, January 12, 2006 from 1:00 to 5:00 p.m. more
Participants needed in Heartburn Study
Do you suffer from heartburn? If you are unable to enjoy the foods you love and have frequent heartburn symptoms, you may qualify as a volunteer in a clinical research more
Stop Smoking for Free
The Smoking Cessation class offered at St. Alexius Medical Center is a program developed by the American Lung Association. The American Lung Association’s Freedom From Smoking program has been designed more
Blessing for the New Year
A special blessing for all, from the Pastoral Care Department.
Our lives are made of days and nights, of seasons and years, for we are part of a universe of suns more
Information Session- Weight Management
PrimeCare is offering a health information session on weight management. The presenters are Dr. Mike Schmit, a surgeon with Mid Dakota Clinic; Licensed Registered Dietitians and Certified Diabetes Educators Bernie more
Health Screenings Held in January
St. Alexius/Mid Dakota Clinic cholesterol, blood sugar, and blood pressure screenings will be held Thursday, January 5 from 8:30 until 11:30 a.m. at the St. Alexius Medical Center Atrium Conference more
Free Fibromyalgia Session Open to Public
FMS (fibromyalgia syndrome) is a widespread musculoskeletal pain and fatigue disorder for which the cause is still unknown. Fibromyalgia means pain in the muscles, ligaments and tendons- the soft fibrous more
Children to Receive Many Donated Christmas Gifts at St. Alexius
No one wants to end up in the hospital over the Christmas holiday, but reality is that people get sick at all times of the year. The community has been more
No “Charitable Burnout” During Local United Way Campaign at St. Alexius
There is a lot of talk nationally about “charitable burnout” this year. American charities raised $1.3 billion to provide relief after the South Asian tsunamis. According to a September 22, more
The Symbols of Christmas
The Pastoral Care Department of St. Alexius brings to you the twelve Symbols of Christmas. The Department wishes for you a Blessed Holiday Season and hopes that you enjoy these more
Great Plains Rehabilitation Services Remains Open – Great Plains Pharmacy to Close
Great Plains Rehabilitation Services is NOT closing. Recent Blue Cross Blue Shield changes are forcing Great Plains Pharmacy to close its doors on December 31, 2005. This announcement more
St. Alexius Auxiliary Hosts Book Fair December 20 and 21
The St. Alexius Auxiliary will be hosting its ever-popular Book Fair, Tuesday and Wednesday December 20 and 21, in Boniface Auditorium. Books are Fun, in partnership with the St. Alexius more
St. Alexius Medical Center names new CEO
The St. Alexius board of directors announced today that Andrew Wilson of Atlanta, Ga., will be the medical center’s new president/chief executive officer (CEO) beginning Jan. 1, 2006.
Wilson is currently more
Giving the Gift of Wellness
Being well through balance of mind, body and spirit. If one could wrap that up for a loved one this holiday season, it would include a visit to the St. more
Free Children’s Asthma Clinic Set for December 8, 2005
Do you suspect that your child has respiratory problems, maybe even asthma? The Regional Children’s Asthma Clinic will be held on Thursday, December 8, 2005 from 1:00 to 5:00 p.m. more
Timely Topics for Seniors in December’s Eldercare Programs
The St. Alexius Eldercare program will be sponsoring two separate information sessions on Thursday, December 8, 2005. The first program will be “Medicare Part D- New Prescription Drug Program.” Learn more
St. Alexius Home Care & Hospice Holds 12th Annual Wreath Silent Auction
The public is invited to attend a Christmas Silent Auction sponsored by St. Alexius Hospice. The silent auction will be held Thursday, December 15, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. more
Giving Thanks…by the Pound
It is a special Thanksgiving holiday for one woman, and she is marking it in a very special way. Sheri Hosterman, a Radiologic Technologist at St. Alexius Medical Center will more
Concerned About Your Health?
Plan to attend the FREE Community Senior Health Fair. St. Alexius and Mid Dakota Clinic are teaming up to provide health screenings and information on topics such as sleep, heart more
Fibromyalgia. Do You Suffer with Pain?
Have you been diagnosed with Fibromyalgia?
St. Alexius Medical Center Clinical Research Services is looking for volunteers to participate in a research study using an investigational medication for the treatment of more
St. Alexius Celebrates Retirement of long-time CEO
St. Alexius Medical Center will host private celebrations to mark the impending retirement of Richard A. Tschider, President/CEO. Both events will honor Tschider for his 45 years of service to more
Suffering from Varicose Veins
Primecare Health Information Session
If you have varicose veins you are not alone. In the United States, there are 25-40 million people dealing every day with the unsightly appearance, the leg more
Free Children’s Asthma Clinic Set for November 10, 2005
Do you suspect that your child has respiratory problems, maybe even asthma? The Regional Children’s Asthma Clinic will be held on Thursday, November 10, 2005 from 1:00 to 5:00 p.m. more
St. Alexius Medical Center Recognized for Clinical Quality Excellence by National Study
Cardiac Services Cited in 8th Annual HealthGrades Study
St. Alexius Medical Center has received five-star ratings for clinical excellence in Cardiac Interventional Procedures, the Treatment of Heart Attack, Heart Failure and more
St. Alexius Auxiliary to Host Bazaar
The St. Alexius Medical Center Auxiliary is hosting an Auxiliary Bazaar& Nearly New Sale, Thursday, October 27, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. The event will be held in the more
St. Alexius to Raise Flag in Recognition of National Hospice Month
St. Alexius Home Care & Hospice staff will gather on Tuesday, November 1, to raise a flag in observance of National Hospice Month. The flag serves as a reminder of more
Public Encouraged to Attend Free Alzheimer’s & Grief Workshop
A free public workshop titled “Alzheimer’s and Grief Family Caregiver Workshop” will be held on Thursday, October 27 from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. at the Doublewood Inn in Bismarck.
This more
St. Alexius Selected for Kohl’s “Children’s Hospital Program”
Kohl’s has opened its doors in Bismarck, and is partnering with St. Alexius Medical Center to support area children’s health initiatives. Throughout the year, Kohl’s sells special “Kohl’s Cares for more
Free Health Session on Pain Management
Is pain a problem for you? The St. Alexius Center for Integrated Medicine is holding a free information session titled “Relief from Scar Tissue, Adhesion and Trigger Point Pain.” Learn more
Celebrate Emergency Nurses Week
There are approximately 100,000 emergency nurses in the United States. This year, the Emergency Nurses Association (ENA) and St. Alexius Medical Center are celebrating Emergency Nurses Week October 10-16. Emergency more
St. Alexius Hospice Holds Bereavement Camp
St. Alexius Home Care and Hospice is holding a Healing Hearts Bereavement Camp October 14 and 15, 2005, at the University of Mary Campus in Bismarck. The camp runs from more
Human Touch Promotes Healing
The benefits of massage therapy are extensive:
- Develop, maintain, rehabilitate or augment physical function
- Relieve or prevent physical dysfunction and pain
- Relax tight and tense muscles
- Improve circulation, recovery time and immune system function
- Reduce more
Health Screenings in October
St. Alexius/Mid Dakota Clinic cholesterol, blood sugar, and blood pressure screenings will be held Thursday, October 6 from 8:30 until 11:30 a.m. at Mid Dakota Clinic.
The cost is more
Overwhelmed by Stress, Sadness or Unexplained Aches and Pains?
National Depression Screening Day Can help.
National Depression Screening Day®, held on October 6th as part of Mental Illness Awareness Week, is a public education program. This community-based mental health screening more
Upcoming Eldercare Programs
“Services to Help Seniors Remain Independent”
- What in-home services does Medicare cover?
- What services does the State of North Dakota cover?
- Where to get information on all services available to seniors
Presenter:
To be announced
Date:
Thursday, more
Service of Remembrance Set for October 8, 2005
In recognition of October as National Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month, St. Alexius Medical Center will hold a Service of Remembrance for those persons or families who have experienced more
Free Session for Those Dealing With Repetitive Strain Injury
Do you suffer from daily numbness, pain or muscle fatigue in your arms or hands due to keyboarding or other repetitive tasks? A free information session is being held just more
Volunteering – Sharing of Time and Talent
Today, one of St. Alexius’ departments celebrated the 81st birthday of a very special team member – Helen. Helen is a volunteer who shares her gifts and her time with more
Looking & Feeling Better Without Cosmetic Surgery
The St. Alexius Center for Integrated Medicine will be holding a FREE Health Education Session titled “Cosmetic Acupuncture.”
Cosmetic Acupuncture is the only cosmetic procedure that also brings you better more
Monthly Health Screenings
St. Alexius Medical Center and Mid Dakota Clinic are co-sponsoring monthly screenings which include blood pressure, blood sugar, total cholesterol, and HDL (good cholesterol).
The screening runs from 8:30 to 11:30 more
Stop Smoking for Free
St. Alexius’ Freedom From Smoking program is beginning Tuesday, September 6, at St. Alexius Medical Center. These classes are designed to help individuals quit smoking through behavior modification, nicotine replacement, more
Free Patient Information – Gastric Bypass Surgery
The PrimeCare Surgical Weight Loss Program is a comprehensive lifelong program integrating body, mind, and spirit. Our team offers education, instruction, and comfort as well as surgical, medical and psychiatric more
St. Alexius Auxiliary Hosts Book Fair August 23 and 24
The St. Alexius Auxiliary will be hosting its ever-popular Book Fair, Tuesday and Wednesday August 23 and 24, in Boniface Auditorium. Books are Fun, in partnership with the St. Alexius more
FREE Health Education Session – Cosmetic Acupuncture
Learn about the newest approach to cosmetic issues from the only certified acupuncturist in the Midwest, Bob Gietzen, DC, DABCO, LAC. Find out how to look and feel better without more
Unveiling Sacred Spaces
On Thursday, July 28, 2005, from 2 – 5 pm, staff and the public will be invited to take a first look at the new Solarium and Meditation Room, located more
Are You Experiencing Hot Flashes?
If so you may be eligible to participate in a research study testing a new investigational hormone therapy in the form of a light spray.
Requirements:
- Healthy women age 35 years or more
St. Alexius’ Open House Highlights Regional Kidney Investment
St. Alexius Medical Center’s mission to serve those most in need has resulted in a $2.8 million investment in dialysis services in Western North Dakota. Rather than soliciting community more
How Hot is too Hot for the Kids?
Summertime is a fun time for the kids, but how hot is too hot when they are outside enjoying the warm weather? Kids can sometimes overdo the warmth, especially if more
Relief from Scar Tissue, Adhesion and Trigger Point Pain
The St. Alexius Center for Integrated Medicine will be holding a FREE Health Education Session titled “Relief from Scar Tissue, Adhesion and Trigger Point Pain.” This session will be especially more
Understanding the New Medicare Drug Benefit
Bill Lardy, Director of Senior Health Insurance Counseling (SHIC), ND Insurance Department, and Rick Detwiller, R.Ph, St. Alexius Community Pharmacy, will present information about Medicare’s new prescription drug benefits, when more
Jewelry Fair Planned by Jewelry Is Fun and St. Alexius Auxiliary
Jewelry Is Fun and St. Alexius Medical Center Auxiliary are sponsoring a jewelry fair Thursday, June 23, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Friday, June 24, from 8 a.m. more
St. Alexius Medical Center receives Granite Award
On Tuesday, June 7, 2005, St. Alexius was presented with the Bismarck-Mandan Chamber of Commerce Highest Honor, “The Granite Award.”
The Granite Award is presented each year to recognize companies that more
What Happens to Assets/Savings With Nursing Home Placement?
Curtis Volesky, Director of Medicaid Policy (Office of Economic Assistance) with the North Dakota Department of Human Services will present information about Medicare savings programs, the role of insurance and more
Dunnigan, Wolf and Wetzel Receive Awards
Earl J. Dunnigan, MD,nephrologist at the St. Alexius Specialty Clinics, and Gloria Wolf, Certified Nurse Practitioner at the Prairie Health Clinic in Steele, were recently honored with the “North Dakota more
You Don’t Have to Live With Pain
The St. Alexius Center for Integrated Medicine will be holding a FREE Health Education Session titled “You Don’t Have to Live With Pain.” This session will be especially helpful for more
St. Alexius Among Best in the Nation in Patient Safety Again!
St. Alexius Medical Center’s patient safety record is among the best in the nation, according to a new study issued by HealthGrades, and organization that evaluates hospital quality for consumers, more
Summer Fun & Safety Day Draws More Than 2,300 Students
More than 2,300 area first through fourth graders will fill Sertoma Park on Thursday, May 19th for Summer Fun & Safety Day sponsored by St. Alexius Medical Center and Mid more
St. Alexius Hospice Memorial Tree Planting Set for May 19
St. Alexius Home Care and Hospice’s 14th Annual Memorial Tree Planting is set for Thursday, May 19, at 6:30 p.m. Families who have lost a loved one are invited to more
Study: St. Alexius Medical Center Among Best in the Nation in Patient Safety
“HealthGrades Patient Safety in American Hospitals Study” Analyzes 37 Million Patient Records at 4,200 Hospitals Over 3 Years
Hospital Receives the HealthGrades Distinguished Hospital Award for Excellence in Patient Safety™ for more
Understanding Arthritis and What You Can Do About It
Recent studies show that 66 million Americans suffer from arthritis or chronic joint symptoms, according to the Arthritis Foundation. It also states that 300,000 children have a form of juvenile more
Meeting the Needs of the Uninsured
“Cover the Uninsured Week” – May 1-8
According to early estimates, nearly 12% of the Bismarck/Mandan population is uninsured. Healthcare needs of the uninsured population is a hot topic nationally, being more
Neuroscience Center to Host Open House: May 4
You have probably heard that St. Alexius Medical Center is establishing a new center of excellence. The St. Alexius Neuroscience Center is a new concept in patient care within Specialty more
Living Wills – Why We All Need One
News headlines were dominated a few weeks ago with the death of Terri Schiavo and the case surrounding her. Schiavo had been in a vegetative state for 15 years, locked more
Volunteers Make the World (and Medical Center) Go Round!
It’s a busy world, which seems to only get busier. Many of us have a hard time fitting “volunteer” activities into our schedules, but for some it is just a more
All Nursing Conference Sees Record-Breaking Attendance
Building upon a great thing is not an easy task. But the organizers of this year’s All Nursing Conference did just that. Nurses in record-breaking numbers filled the Ramkota Hotel more
More than 100 Health-Minded Students Visit St. Alexius Health Career Expo
The second-annual St. Alexius Health Career Expo, aimed at high school medical careers students, brought more than 100 area students into Boniface Auditorium on Monday. The students came from more
Your Health … Did You Know?
A wealth of health services are available to you, conveniently located in a beautiful, serene environment. You’ll find these services at the St. Alexius Center for Integrated Medicine. They include: more
Close to 700 Students Expected at “Fun and Health Day”
Nearly 700 second graders from the Bismarck/Mandan community will attend the 11th annual “St. Alexius Fun and Health Day.” These students will find entertaining ways to learn about important health, more
Find Out About Your Feet!
Many of us have experienced some type of foot pain or problem in our lifetime, and often we take for granted the difficult job our feet have.
The foot is a more
Tidbits at St. Alexius
On the Brain
National Brain Awareness Week is March 14-20. To discuss brain matters, the St. Alexius Neuroscience Center of Excellence is the place to go!
Did you know?
- The brain, a single more
EASTER Time
by Sister Renee Zastoupil, Director of Pastoral Care
Easter is too important to last only one day. So the church provides seven weeks for our Easter celebration. Even though many more
A Prayer For Lent
by Sister Renee Zastoupil
Lord, I trust in your love, guidance and strength as I ask for the grace to slow down–to let go of being “too busy hurrying and more
Older Adults and a Fitness Lifestyle
The benefits of physical activity have been heavily touted in the last few years, and many studies continue to support the important role that regular exercise plays in maintaining and more
Are You at Risk for Heart Disease?
Shelly Martel lives a pretty healthy lifestyle. She’s petite, physically fit, a non-smoker, and only 44. Yet in October of 2003 she found herself rushing to the St. Alexius Emergency more
PrimeCare Session Outlines Importance of Colon Cancer Screening
The statistics back up the statement: Screening for colon cancer is vitally important.
According to the American Cancer Society, when colon cancer is found in a localized state, the five-year relative more
February: A Time to Check-in with Your Heart
- Fact: In 2005, about 1.2 million Americans will have a first or recurrent coronary attack.
- Fact: Each year about 700,000 people suffer a new or recurrent stroke in the United States.
- Fact: more
St. Alexius CEO Earns SURE Award and Feature in National Magazine
Healthcare Purchasing News, the only national business newsmagazine for purchasing decision-makers for medical facilities, has awarded Richard Tschider, president and CEO of St. Alexius Medical Center, with the SURE Award more
Changing the World of Medicine
St. Alexius Clinical Research Services advances the future of medicine on a daily basis with help from you, your neighbors, friends and family.
We would like to thank those who have more
Acupuncture for Addiction
Do you have an addiction to food, caffeine, smoking, alcohol, drugs or gambling?
Acu-Detox may be the answer you are looking for. It is a safe method to assist in the more
Learn More About Heart Disease
Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States. It affects men and women of every age and race. More than 64 million Americans suffer from one more
New Year’s Resolution: Get Out from Under the Cloud
We do it year after year. We often make huge goals for our New Year’s resolutions…and more often than not we see those resolutions slip right through our fingers. If more
Take Your Golf Game to the Next Level!
The Human Performance Center at St. Alexius Medical Center wants to help take your golf game to the next level by offering a choice of four programs that will help more
Great Plains Health Company – Gateway Mall
Great Plains Health Company is a beautiful 7,000 square foot natural products store located in Gateway Mall, Bismarck, North Dakota.
With over 5,000 healthy living products, Great Plains ships products more
Pastoral Care: The Spiritual Side of Healing
Our heritage of healing emphasizes care and concern for the whole person: body, mind and spirit. And when it comes to care of the spirit, we are fortunate at St. more
New Medicare Preventive Benefits to Promote Healthier Seniors
by Rodger W. Wetzel, MPA/MHA, LSW, Director
Community Health, Development and Eldercare
America’s seniors will soon have new benefits that will help them live healthier lives due to a Medicare effort to more
St. Alexius Hospice 11th Annual Wreath Auction
The St. Alexius Hospice invites you to attend the 11th Annual Wreath Auction.
- Thursday, December 16
- 8a.m. – 4p.m.
- St. Alexius Atrium, Broadway Entrance
The donated items will be sold by silent auction. All more
December Eldercare Program
What Happens to Assets/Savings with Nursing Home Placement, and Medicare Savings Programs
This program discusses how to transfer assets/savings to family members, along with Medicare savings programs and insurance roles.
- Thursday, December more
Dietary Supplements. Are they for you?
You may not be getting all of the nutrients you need from the foods you eat. According to recent health surveys, few of us eat the recommended five daily servings more
Bismarck Hospitals Establish Flu Vaccine Guidelines
You’re probably hearing a lot of information about the shortage of flu vaccine this year. But plans are in place to address the shortage, so there should be no reason more
Reward Yourself- Become a Hospice Volunteer!
For Jean Neumann, volunteering for St. Alexius Hospice is a distinct part of her life. “I really admire the staff and other volunteers who are committed to helping the patients more
Fullistic Living Presented by the St. Alexius Center for Integrated Medicine
The St. Alexius Center for Integrated Medicine is bringing author Robin L. Silverman to you!
Plan to attend a session on Friday, November 12 or Monday, November 15, from 8:30 AM more
Mark Your Calendars! Neuroscience Update for the Health Care Provoider
“Update your Knowledge-Improve Your Skills”
St. Alexius Medical Center, in collaboration with the Office of CME, University of North Dakota, presents the Neuroscience Update for the Health Care Provider! Mark more
Halloween Safety Tips
Halloween is an exciting time of year for kids, and to help ensure they have a safe holiday here are some tips from the St. Alexius Emergency Room and The more
Suggested Holiday Gifts for Elderly Persons, Homebound or Disabled Persons, and Residents of Facilities
by Rodger W. Wetzel, MPA/MHA, LSW, Director
Community Health, Development and Eldercare
The best gift is a gift of your TIME . . . not only at Christmas, but at other times more
October is Telehealth Awareness Month
The St. Alexius Telecare Network celebrates Telehealth Awareness month every October. The Network has many activities planned throughout the month some of which will be for fun and others for more
St. Alexius Medical Center Implements Remote Coding and Realizes Significant Productivity Improvement
3M Customer Profile: St. Alexius Medical Center, Bismarck, ND
Winter winds blow cold and the snow gets deep in Bismarck, North Dakota.But thanks to a remote coding program, St. Alexius Medical more
Come Celebrate Neonatal Intensive Care With Us!
St. Alexius Medical Center has been providing care to premature and ill babies since its beginning on Dakota territory, but in 1979 a Level III intensive care nursery was more
Backpacks May Cause “Back” Problems for School Children
Each day of the school year, 40 million children and teenagers head to their classes with an overstuffed backpack slung over their shoulders. And while carrying a backpack to school more
Mental Health Screenings
Let us help you address the issues you are facing in your life. Attend our educational session and take advantage of the opportunity to talk privately with one of our more
Whooping Cough Spreads in North Dakota
We’ve heard a lot about whooping cough lately. In July, North Dakota’s Health Department asked doctors to keep an eye out for as well as test patients for whooping cough, more
Medicare Card Enrollment Growing, Savings Seen
WASHINGTON (Reuters) Jul 29 – The number of elderly Americans signing up for Medicare drug discount cards is gradually growing and an independent study released Wednesday found that the program more
Addressing Asthma Issues
Breathe In; Breathe Out
Ever tried breathing through a straw? The process of moving air in and out of the lungs is something most of us take for granted. Unfortunately, for more
World Breast-Feeding Week
It’s not a topic that is often discussed openly, and the decision tends to be very personal. For Melanie Krentz, she never thought she would do it at all.
Breast-feeding. Even more
Need to Stay Awake on Nightshift?
Maybe Clinical Research can help! Click on the below link to download an informational flyer. more
Medicare to Cover Obesity as a Disease, U.S. Says
WASHINGTON (Reuters) Jul 16 – In a policy shift that could affect millions of Americans, obesity treatments may be covered under Medicare and Medicaid, Health and Human Services Secretary Tommy more
Plan to Attend the 19th Annual
The 19th Annual “Senior Wellness Sensation” (formerly “Summer Senior Sensation”), co-sponsored by the St. Alexius Eldercare Program and several other community organizations, is scheduled for Thursday, August 19, at the more
Should I worry about West Nile?
By Steven Scherr, MD, Mid Dakota Clinic
What is West Nile and what are the symptoms?
West Nile virus (WNV) is a mosquito-borne disease that usually causes only mild non-specific symptoms, or more
St. Alexius Imaging Services – Technology for the Future
St. Alexius Medical Center provides patients with the latest in imaging technology, with the newest addition to its high tech imaging services – the PET (Positron Emission Tomography) Scan. PET more
Breast-feeding Conference Appeals to Professionals and the Public
It’s not a topic that is often discussed openly, and the decision tends to be very personal. For Melanie Krentz, she never thought she would do it at all.
Breast-feeding. Even more
St. Alexius Noninvasive Cardiovascular Lab: Committed to Patient Care
Did you know that one American dies every 32 seconds from cardiovascular disease? Did you also know that each year, 2 million people in the United States alone develop deep more
Catch the CAT!
By Rodger W. Wetzel, MPA, LSW, HCA/C, Director of Community Health, Development and Eldercare
Bismarck and Mandan finally have a fixed route bus system available to our citizens! The name of more
National Men’s Health Week, June 14-20
As the saying goes, “It’s never too early for health screenings,” and in today’s society more and more people hold clout in this saying. And for those stubborn, tough guys more
Cure That Headache – National Headache Awareness Week June 6-12
It’s a dull thumping in your head, or maybe full-blown chaos that affects not only your head, but other parts of you as well.
Headache. Most of us have experienced it, more
CRS to Conduct Prostate and Dyspepsia Study
4 out of 5 Men Develop Prostate Problems. If you are one of them, call Clinical Research Services at (701) 530-6950 or Toll Free at 1-877-701-6677. CRS is conducting a more
70,000th Baby Born at St. Alexius
The 70,000th baby to be born at St. Alexius is Andrew Michael Neigum, born to Kelli and Michael Neigum of Bismarck. He was born on May 19, at 1:34 a.m. more
As the Sun Begins to Shine…Be Aware!
Annette Bjornstad is a self-proclaimed “sun goddess.” If there is a ray of sunshine, she will find it. “I love it, being in the sun. My favorite days are 95 more
Human Performance Center – Your Key To Motivation and Drive
Did you know that May is National Physical Fitness and Sports Month? Since 1983, the nation has observed National Physical Fitness and Sports Month with the intent to promote physical more
Services Offered at the Center for Integrated Medicine
The St. Alexius Center for Integrated Medicine, located at Gateway Mall, is offering Acupunture sessions for smoking cessation or weight loss and screenings for memory loss. For more information on more
Imaging Services Improves Yet Again – Story as seen on the Under the Arch Segment on KXMB CBS12
The ability to detect problems inside your body just keeps getting better. At St. Alexius Medical Center, Positron Emission Tomography – or PET Scan- is yet another excellent way for more
National Donate Life Month Provides Hope to Those in Need of Transplant
Sixteen people die each day waiting for a donated organ, and a new name of someone in need is added to the national waiting list every 13 minutes. There is more
Aspirin “Heart & Stroke” Therapy
For more than 100 years, aspirin has been used to treat fevers and headaches, as well as minor aches and pains. We have now come to know it for lowering more
St. Alexius’ New Sleep Center Provides Help – Story as seen on the Under the Arch Segment on KXMB CBS12
A good night’s sleep is just as important to your health as diet and exercise. To ensure you’re getting the best sleep possible, a visit to St. Alexius Medical Center more
St. Alexius Echocardiography First and Only Accredited Lab in North Dakota
The St. Alexius Medical Center’s Noninvasive Cardiovascular Laboratory was granted accreditation by the Intersocietal Commission for the Accreditation of Echocardiography Laboratories (ICAEL).
Echocardiography is a complex imaging technique that relies more
Installation of Waterless Handwashing Units
St. Alexius now has new waterless hand antisepsis units throughout the patient care areas. Employees having direct patient contact are encouraged to use these units. Under the new CDC hand more
“Eat Smart, Stay Healthy” During National Nutrition Month® 2004 and Beyond
March is the month to be healthy! If you want to eat healthfully, reduce your risk for heart disease or find ways to incorporate physical activity into your daily routine, more
It’s National Colorectoal Cancer Awareness Month – Are You Aware?
According to the National Colorectal Cancer Research Alliance (NCCRA), colorectal cancer is the second most common cause of cancer death in the United States. More Americans die each year from more
The Memory Loss Prevention, Screening and Care Management Program at the St. Alexius Center for Integrated Medicine
by Becky Graner, Program Coordinator
St. Alexius Center for Integrated Medicine
Friedrich Nietzsche took a humorous look at the frustration of a failing memory when he said, “The advantage of a bad more
Surviving Breast Cancer
by Joyce LaChapelle, LPN, RFOM
Orthotics and Prosthetics
Great Plains Rehabilitation Services
Many women with breast cancer are forced to question why they have this disease. They may have no family history or more
St. Alexius Only ND Hospital to be Cited for Quality
St. Alexius Medical Center is the only hospital in ND to have been awarded the HealthGrades® 2004 Distinguished Hospital Award for Clinical Excellence.™ HealthGrades is a healthcare-quality ratings, information and more
Medical Microdermabrasion, Another Way to Great Skin
Is there a mystical “fountain of youth” that so many search for? Nurse Practitioners from the St. Alexius Center for Integrated Medicine say that it starts from within. Healthy foods, more
The Finest Sleep Center in the Upper Midwest
The Sleep Center at St. Alexius not only has a new location, but it has new technology and equipment as well. Not just new; the newest. And not just good; more
For Your Dining Pleasure
Most of us would rather not spend time in a hospital bed, but more than likely at some point, many of us will find ourselves there.
St. Alexius Medical Center is more
St. Alexius Volunteer Wins Tribune Award
Jerry Haider, St. Alexius volunteer, was chosen as a winner for the Bismarck Tribune’s Annual Tribune Awards. Jerry was nominated by Julie Arnegard and MaryBeth Rohrich on behalf of the more
Persistence Prevails: $183 Million in Reimbursement Over Next Ten Years
Current Medicare laws, along with a stagnant Medicare wage index, resulted in major inequities in hospital Medicare reimbursement. Hospitals in larger urban areas receive more reimbursement than those in rural more
Influenza and the Common Cold
How do we know if we have the flu or just the common cold? Both colds and flu cause inflammation of the mucous membranes (found in the nose, throat and more
New Year’s Weight Loss Reservations
Are you planning to lose weight for the new year? You may have noticed that diet fads and diet trends are highly promoted around the new year, and millions of more
Standing at the Gates of the New Year
Sacred Mystery,
waiting on the threshold of this new year,
you open the gates and beckon to me:
“Come! Come!
Be not wary of what awaits you
as you enter the unknown terrain,
be not doubtful more
A Christmas Blessing
May the love of the newborn Christ surround you, and release in you compassion and care for others;
May the joy of the Holy Family enrich you in your travelling through more
St. Alexius Community Pharmacy Offers Convenience – Story as seen on the Under the Arch Segment on KXMB CBS12
In today’s fast-paced world, convenience is crucial.
The St. Alexius Community Pharmacy is a prime example of that convenience. Located just inside the Medical Center, the Community Pharmacy puts the patient more
Does the Phenomenon of Holiday Depression Really Exist?
Holiday stress is real, although the popular belief that rates of depression and suicide increase at this time of year is false. In fact, the suicide rate actually peaks in more
St. Alexius Best in Region and Distinguished for Hospital Excellence
In 2003 St. Alexius has been awarded the HealthGrades® 2003 Distinguished Hospital Award for Clinical Excellence™. What this means is that St. Alexius Medical Center placed among the top more
Get Fit at HPC – Story as seen on the Under the Arch Segment on KXMB CBS12
We all wish we could be fit and lead a healthier life-style. Achieving that dream is easier than you think.
The St. Alexius Human Performance Center has over 70 various aerobic more
CT Scanner Gives Patients Optimum Care – Story as seen on the Under the Arch Segment on KXMB CBS12
Pictures are a great way to capture a memory…and they’re also the best way to diagnose problems inside the body. The new CT scanner at St. Alexius Medical Center allows more
Vitamins – Not a Bad Stocking Stuffer
Chances are you don’t expect coal in your stocking at Christmas this year. You also probably aren’t expecting a bottle of vitamins, but vitamins are one of the healthiest things more
The Perfect Turkey: Don’t Let Haste Ruin the Taste
Got a big Thanksgiving dinner planned? Lots of people requires lots of food; lots of food requires lots of detail. Since large meals need additional preparation and take up more more
MRI Technology at St. Alexius – Story as seen on the Under the Arch Segment on KXMB CBS12
We see thousands of different images every day, but it’s life-saving images that are an important part of each day at St. Alexius Medical Center. What you’re seeing is the more
Occupational Therapy Helps People Regain Strength and Skills – Story as seen on the Under the Arch Segment on KXMB CBS12
Every day, people develop illnesses or suffer injuries which keep them from carrying out daily activities. Occupational Therapy helps those people regain strength and re-learn skills to perform once again more
October is Breast Care Awareness Month
Did you know that your wife, sister, or mother, or maybe even you have a one in nine chance of developing breast cancer in your lifetime? A woman will die more
St. Alexius Medical Center To Dedicate Boniface Hall Cross
St. Alexius Medical Center will hold a special dedication of the Boniface Hall Cross Thursday, Oct. 23 at 11 a.m. near the 10th Street Entrance of the Medical Center.
The Boniface more
Parkinson’s Seminar Introduces Advanced Treatment Options
St. Alexius Medical Center, along with Western ND Parkinson’s Support and Medtronic, Inc. are sponsoring a Parkinson’s Disease Seminar Wednesday, Oct. 29, 2003 from 1 – 4 p.m. at the more
Imaging Services at St. Alexius – Story as seen on the Under the Arch Segment on KXMB CBS12
You don’t have to have an operation to find out what’s going on inside your body. Radiology and imaging services provide medical exams using x-rays, sound waves, magnetic fields, or more
Overwhelmed by Stress, Sadness or Unexplained Aches and Pains? National Depression Screening Day can Help
Have you been feeling consistently moody or sad? Can’t relax or concentrate? Been alternating between highs and low? Have you been troubled by unexplained aches and pains? Are you unable more
Clinical Research at St. Alexius – Story as seen on the Under the Arch Segment on KXMB CBS12
Treatments for diseases such as cancer have had a huge impact on patient outcomes, and a large part of the credit goes to clinical research studies. Clinical research is focused more
Imaging Services at St. Alexius – Story as seen on the Under the Arch Segment on KXMB CBS12
You don’t have to have an operation to find out what’s going on inside your body. Radiology and imaging services provide medical exams using x-rays, sound waves, magnetic fields, or more
Joey’s Story
Video games are an all-too-common part of many children’s lives today. We often hear about the graphic and sometimes violent content of such video games, and wonder about the values more
Cooler Temps Create Concerns
Gone are the beautiful, sunny, yet often humid and sticky days of summer. Enter the fresh, wispy, yet typically colorful days of fall. According to local meteorologists, the average temperature more
Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Thrives at St. Alexius Medical Center
Experience counts most when a newborn baby is at risk. Karen Brown and Mahesh Patel are board-certified neonatologists at St. Alexius Medical Center. They, along with a highly-skilled team of more
Bioterrorism – St. Alexius is Prepared
Bioterrorism and chemical response is something many of us didn’t think about until 911, but it’s on the front lines now. St. Alexius Medical Center is in the top 10% more
Neurofeedback Helps When Some Therapies Don’t
You can exercise your brain. Neurofeedback trains brain behavior. If someone has attention deficit disorder, the left side of the brain has a slower brain wave pattern. With neurofeedback, the more
Nurse Practitioners: An Emergency Room Solution
Over the past several years, the St. Alexius Emergency and Trauma Center (ETC) observed a progressive increase in patient visits. This increase resulted in an increase in patient waiting time more
Kidney Dialysis Unit Celebrates 30 Years – Story as seen on the Under the Arch segment on KXMB CBS12
In 1989, a rare kidney disease began to shut down Rachelle Backhaus’ kidneys. But it didn’t shut down her life. Rachelle is living a full life thanks to the St. more
Improving Patient Care with new MRI
Installation of the first in-house MRI unit at St. Alexius has kept the St. Alexius Radiology and Engineering departments busy the past month. Installation began the morning of Monday, June more
Facts and History of the Frappier Acceleration Sports Training Program
The Frappier Acceleration Sports Training program was founded in Fargo, North Dakota in 1990 and is the world’s premier provider of advanced athletic performance enhancement training programs. Over 900 pages more
St. Alexius Laboratory Donates Microscope
On June 11, 2003, the St. Alexius Laboratory Department donated a microscope to the Ruth Meiers Hospitality House to be used in their healthcare center. The Ruth Meiers Hospitality House more
St. Alexius Acupuncture Patient: Losing Weight, Gaining Quality of Life
“With Dr. Gietzen’s guidance, not only have I lost weight, but I no longer need prescription drugs for my diabetes and my blood pressure has dropped 50 points. I have more
Emergency Room Re-Verified as a Level II Trauma Center
The St. Alexius Emergency & Trauma Center has been re-verified as a Level II Trauma Center by the Committee on Trauma (COT) of the American College of Surgeons (ACS).
The COT’s more
St. Alexius Behavioral and Mental Health Continuum – A Dual-Diagnostic Team
In previous years, and still today, an alcoholic was treated for alcoholism, a drug abuser was treated for a drug addiction and a bulimic was treated for bulimia. Yet in more
Telemedicine Offers Rheumatology/ Arthritis Services
Rheumatology – arthritis services are being offered over telemedicine by request through the TeleCare Network. Dr. James Lampman and Dr. Nowarat Songsiridej, rheumatologists from St. Alexius Specialty Clinics, have been more
Home Care and Hospice to hold annual Tree Planting Services
The annual Hospice Memorial Tree Planting Service is scheduled in Bismarck for Thursday, May 22 at 6:30 PM. Services will also be held in McClusky, Monday, May 19 at 4:00 more
Medicare Reimbursement Issues Addressed at St. Alexius
Tom Scully, Administrator of the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, made a visit to North Dakota on April 16, 2003.
Joining Mr. more
Women at High Risk for Heart Disease
Heart Disease isn’t just a men’s disease, according to statistics from the American Heart Association Women are at High Risk for Heart Disease:
*Women of all ages are experiencing more heart more
Don’t Be Afraid of Colorectal Cancer Screening
Just talking about a colonoscopy makes most people cringe. That’s probably because the idea of having a tube inserted into your rectum and colon is disturbing.
But even more disturbing for more
FDA Warns of Potential Risks Associated with Ephedra-Containing Dietary Supplements
In recent years, dietary supplements containing ephedra have been extensively promoted and used as weight loss aids, energy boosters and sports performance enhancers. But mounting evidence suggests that ephedra may more
Human Performance Center’s Frappier Acceleration Program Introduces 3PQ
The Human Performance Center has recently added a new device called the 3PQ to its Frappier Acceleration Training Program. The 3PQ acronym stands for “Plyo Press Power Quotient” – three more
Antioxidants: Antidote for Aging?
The secret to lasting youth may not lie in a pill or potion, but in produce! Carrots, spinach, and broccoli—among other vegetables—contain compounds known as antioxidants, which research suggests may more
Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) and Breast Cancer: How Concerned Should You be?
You hate the thought of dealing with drenching hot flashes and other uncomfortable symptoms associated with menopause. But even if hormone replacement therapy is a treatment option for you, you more
Human Performance Center Training Big Leaguers and Testing Police Officers
St. Alexius Medical Center’s Human Performance Center has the same basic equipment that most exercise facilities have. However, one noticeable difference at HPC is its focus on intense training and more
Seeking Professional Help for an Angry Child
At what point does a child’s outburst of anger associated with normal development turn into an indicator of future violence, aggression, and hate?
According to a recent study done by more
Sticking to Your New Year’s Exercise Resolution
It’s that time of year again—champagne flows, balls drop, and New Year’s resolutions are made.
Resolutions run the gamut—from quitting smoking or being more productive at work to eating more vegetables more
St. Alexius: Top 20 United Way Contributor
St. Alexius Medical Center was again named one of the Top 20 contributors to Missouri Slope Areawide United Way. The 2002 campaign at St. Alexius raised $25, 291.12 and had more
St. Alexius All Nursing Conference Set for March 12 & 13
St. Alexius Medical Center is sponsoring the 13Th Annual All Nursing Conference on March 12 and 13 at the Best Western Ramkota Hotel in Bismarck. The conference is more
Should You Get a PSA Test?
Walter Petersen gets a digital rectal exam and a PSA test for prostate cancer as part of his yearly physical. For 10 years, he scored a 2, which is normal. more
Fish Oil and Heart Disease
Fish, an excellent source of lean protein, has long been touted as a part of a healthful diet. Now research is showing that the oils contained in fish (as well more
Cholesterol and Your Heart: What’s New?
Cholesterol. You’ve heard it’s “bad for you,” but why? Where does it come from? Does it do anything besides clog your arteries? This article will explain the relationship between high more
Last Triplet Finally Gets to Go Home
(This is part of a series of periodic articles about the parents of triplets in neonatal intensive care. The Tribune has followed the babies from their first weeks through their more
New Year’s Baby
As Ann Cheauma lay in her hospital bed cradling the first baby born in Bismarck this year, she blamed her friends for jinxing her.
“I wasn’t due until January 17,” Cheauma more
Tips to Help You Stop Smoking
Cigarette smoking is the single most preventable cause of death in the United States. If you have thought about quitting but haven’t been able to, here are some reasons why more
Daily Health News from Reuters
St. Alexius Clinical Research Services
St. Alexius Medical Center has had an active clinical research department since 1987. The Clinical Research Services is affiliated with Pharmacy Services and is located in the Medical Arts more
Top 10 Exercises for a Healthy Back
Back pain is a common problem, and you don’t have to do heavy physical work to develop it. Sitting for long periods of time, improper posture, stress, and lack of more
Holiday Exercise: Make it a Pleasure, not a Punishment
News flash: The U.S. Surgeon General reports that 60% of adults in the U.S. are not active on a regular basis. No kidding! And the number one reason most people more
Jingled Nerves, Jingled Nerves, Jingled All The Way: Reducing Holiday Stress
Dashing through the snow
In a mindless fit of fray
Through the malls we go
Rushing all the way.
Horns on Hondas blast
We have to get home fast!
What fun it is to bake more
Couple Hopes for Good News this Christmas
When you talk to Matt and Nicole Kivisto you wouldn’t know they have three premature babies in the neonatal intensive care unit. They give no hint of their inner turmoil more
Stuff The Bird, Not Yourself!
Reducing the amount of fat and calories in your snacking and main holiday meals can help prevent the average 5 to 10 pounds of weight a person will gain over more
St. Alexius Staffers Honored
Doctors knew Sarah Heggen-Lewis was in trouble within a few minutes after she gave birth to a son and began bleeding heavily. Fifteen minutes later, Dr. John Witt had more
New Drugs Help Foil the Flu
Vaccination is still the best way we have of staving off influenza. Several new antiviral drugs on the market can also prevent the disease or help bring it under control. more
Bone Density Screening
Bone density screenings are recommended for early detection of bone mass loss, or osteoporosis. The $10 fee includes a brief consultation with a nurse practitioner who will discuss your results more
Cancer Screening for Women are You Missing Opportunities to Prevent Disease?
by Monica Zangwill, MD, MPH
Your health insurance company touts its preventive focus. And you think your doctors know what they’re doing. So, can you rest assured that you will get more
Making Halloween Safer: Tips for Protecting Your Little Monsters
Monsters and aliens are not the only scary things out on October 31st. Trips and falls (or even more serious accidents) can put a damper on Halloween festivities. But a more
The Great Pumpkin
Linus was a kid way ahead of his time, at least nutritionally speaking. He must have known that the Great Pumpkin brought more than toys for good children. Vitamin A, more
PrimeCare Health & Wellness Fair, October 19
In conjunction with Mid Dakota Clinic-Kirkwood’s Grand Re-opening Celebration, the PrimeCare health group is sponsoring a Health & Wellness Fair from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 19. Booths more
Cardiac Electrophysiology – A High-Tech Cure for Irregular Heart Rhythms
Cardiac electrophysiology, the study of irregular heart rhythms, focuses on new, highly specialized technologies to identify, control and sometimes cure certain irregular heart rhythms (arrhythmia).
In 1992, after 12 years more
Community Involvement Needed for Life-Saving Program
By Kathleen Donahue for the Tribune
Every minute, every second, every breath counts.
An individual experiencing sudden cardiac arrest typically gasps for air, his or her heart unable to make electrical more
Is LASIK for you?
LASIK, which stands for laser in-situ keratomileusis, is generally a safe and effective procedure for many common vision problems. However, not everyone with a vision disorder is a good candidate more
Telemedicine Used For Last Goodbye
Harris Hanson didn’t know that Wednesday, April 3, 2002 would be the last time he would see his wife, Elaine. He also didn’t know the last time he saw her more
When it comes to your heart, make certain it’s in the right place.
St. Alexius Medical Center is the only North Dakota hospital identified as having one of the best cardiovascular (heart)
programs in America. Solucient, an independent research firm, selected the Medical more
Exercise Boosts Cholesterol-lowering Diet Effects
Yet another study has demonstrated the considerable health benefits of moderate exercise. In a study of people with heart disease who were trying to lower their cholesterol levels by sticking more
Age, not Gender, Determines Type of Heart Therapy
NEW YORK (Reuters Health) – For years some researchers have suspected that when it comes to heart attacks, men get better care than women.
But most differences in treatment received by more
Prescription Medication Assistance
Prescription Medication Assistance
more
Removing Bedroom TV May Cut Obesity Risk in Kids
By Suzanne Rostler
As America’s kids continue to pack on the pounds, a team of doctors recommends a simple step that parents can take to lower their preschooler’s risk of obesity: more
Keeping Fit…Physically
Relieving Stress Through Exercise by Troy Roth, ACSM, NASM, Exercise Physiologist, Human Performance Center
No matter who we are, stress is something that affects all of us. Many people experience high more
New Providers Join Center for Integrated Medicine
St. Alexius is pleased to welcome the first hospital-based chiropractor in western North Dakota and two wellness practitioners to the Center for Integrated Medicine at Gateway Mall. Lori Gietzen, licensed more
St. Alexius Cardiac Rehabilitation Program Certified
St. Alexius Medical Center has been awarded Program Certification for its Cardiac Rehabilitation Program by the American Association of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation (AACVPR). Certification recognizes those programs rigorously reviewed more
Managing Obesity In Kids Is Challenging
2001 SEP 10-(NewsRx.com & NewsRx.net)–If you are concerned about your child’s weight, you are in good company.
According to Samuel S. Gidding, MD, pediatric cardiologist at Virtua-duPont, “Childhood obesity is a more
Keeping Kids Safe in the Car
Keeping your kids safe in the car
by Mary Calvagna, MS
Jack’s soccer practice at 4:30
Cassidy’s karate class at 5:15
Corinne’s Girl Scout meeting at 6:00
Oh, the life of a parent…sometimes more
When it Comes to Your Heart, Make Sure it’s in the Right Place.
St. Alexius Named Among Top 100 Heart Hospitals in America.
St. Alexius Medical Center is the only hospital in North Dakota to recently be identified as having one of the best more
St. Alexius Infusion Therapy Program
St. Alexius is pleased to offer a new service specializing in the administration of intravenous (IV) medication in the home setting.
The St. Alexius Infusion Therapy Program is a concerted effort more
St. Alexius Patients now have a new entrance.
St. Alexius patients now have a new entrance.
(Visitors please continue using the Broadway Avenue entrance.)
Good news for St. Alexius patients! The next time you come to the Medical Center, you’ll more
Project 2000 Building Designed for Enhanced Access
You will be taking fewer steps to reach outpatient services and clinics at St. Alexius when the Project 2000 Building opens this summer. The new building on East Rosser more
St. Alexius Explores Community Health Care Needs
St. Alexius Explores Community Health Care Needs
More than 120 community and health service leaders responded to a survey, providing their insights into the community’s health care needs. Based more
How should medications in my house be used and safely stored?
by Carrie Sorenson, PharmD, Clinical Pharmacist
The best place to store medicines may not be the first one that comes to mind.
If you are storing your medications in the bathroom medicine more
Senior Health and Fitness
Exercise for Seniors
Many of the problems that people associate with “aging” are actually not due to aging at all. Instead, they are due to a lack of activity. In particular, more
Questions and Answers About Acupuncture
St. Alexius First Hospital in North Dakota to Hire Acupuncturist
“Acupuncture is not widely known or used in North Dakota, but patients have had excellent outcomes,” explains Karla Sayler, director of more
St. Alexius Welcomes Bob Gietzen, Certified Acupuncturist
Introducing a brand new specialist with age-old methods for treating patients.
St. Alexius is pleased to be the first hospital in North Dakota to offer acupuncture and other traditional Chinese more
St. Alexius Home Care and Hospice
St. Alexius Home Care and Hospice
“I couldn’t have done it alone. We were able to keep Mel at home where he wished to be. Everyone was so helpful more
Web Site for the Chronically Ill
AmericasDoctor Introduces Health Care Consumer Web Site for the Chronically Ill
AmericasDoctor, a well-established health information and pharmaceutical services company, launched the only consumer health care portal entirely dedicated to providing more
Social Security / Medicare
SocialSecurity / Medicare 2001 Changes
For 2001, Social Security and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) monthly benefits will increase by 3 ½ percent. This is the highest cost of living increase more
A Guide to Good Eating
Every day we hear new facts about how we should eat. From oat bran for heart disease, to the latest cucumber diet for weight loss.
So how do we know what more
Anxiety Disorders: When You Can’t Stop Worrying
According to the National Institute of Mental Health, anxiety disorders affect at least 19 million people between the ages of 13 to 54, or 13 percent of adults. This makes more
Exercise Physiologist Joins Human Performance Center
The Human Performance Center is pleased to welcome Aimee Limke, MA, CSCS as the newest exercise physiologist. A native of Minot, Limke is certified by the American College of Sports more
New Interventional Radiology Procedures Offered to Patients
Central Dakota Radiologists, St. Alexius Medical Center, and other members of PrimeCare health group are pleased to introduce Brent Herbel, M.D. as the only vascular and interventional radiologist in western more
New Treatments for Osteoporosis
Researchers are always looking for new ways to treat diseases. But sometimes treatments for one part of the body actually help another part, as well.
That’s the case with fluoride. Many more
Telemedicine Grant Received
The St. Alexius TeleCare network, along with other healthcare facilities of the Northland Healthcare Alliance, has been awarded a $720,000, three-year grant from the Office for the Advancement of Telehealth, more
GPRS offers education/discussion group for amputees
The staff at Great Plains Rehabilitation Services have found another way to fill a need in the community, in fact, North Dakota itself. They have formed the first Amputee more
Mammography Units Granted Accreditation
The American College of Radiology’s Committee on Mammography Accreditation has granted three-year accreditation to the mammography units at both St. Alexius Medical Center and Mandan Family Clinic.
Accreditation is granted more
Trauma Center Receives Re-Verification
St. Alexius Emergency and Trauma Center has been re-verified as a Level 2 trauma center by the Committee on Trauma (COT) of the American College of Surgeons (ACS). This achievement more
Great Plains Rehabilitation Services Offers Discussion Group For Amputees
The staff at Great Plains Rehabilitation Services have found another way to fill a need in the community, in fact, North Dakota itself! They have formed the first Amputee Education more
One Person’s Determination Can Inspire Others – Unbroken Spirit
Joe Tezak is what determination is all about. He describes it as his wrestler’s attitude. The tenacity, commitment and unwillingness to settle for second best, is the type of wrestler’s more
Online Doctor Appointments Now Available
Now you can request an appointment any time of the day or night. St. Alexius Medical Center, Mid Dakota Clinic, Heart & Lung Clinic, The Bone & Joint Center more
Four More Specialists Join PrimeCare
The PrimeCare health group is pleased to introduce four physicians who have recently joined the network. They are Wimal Perera, MD, Shelley A. Killen, MD, Michael R. Moore, MD more
St. Alexius Establishes Stroke Center
The Stroke Center at St. Alexius is the first of its kind in the region. It has been created to improve the overall quality of care for people in our more
What’s Involved in Participating in a Clinical Research Study?
When you participate in a clinical research study at St. Alexius Medical Center, you are given a number. But that number does not reflect the importance we place on your more