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(MINOT, ND) – Dr. Dawn Mattern already serves as team physician for Minot State University any many area high schools. She soon may be adding ‘ski and snowboard doctor’ to…

Trinity Health is excited to announce the addition of four board-certified cardiovascular and thoracic surgeons to our expanded cardiology team. The unique perspective and skills that each member brings to…

Kevin Clemans, MSN, RN, FNP-BC, a board-certified nurse practitioner, has joined our cardiothoracic surgery team. He works with surgeons and other clinicians to provide expert care to patients before, during,…

Trinity Health has expanded its team of orthopedic surgeons to enhance its expertise in the areas of joint replacement and problems involving the upper extremity. Dr. Brent Knudson is a…

Cardiologist Ahmad Daraghmeh, MD, FACC, has joined Trinity Health as a member of its cardiovascular team.  He provides comprehensive diagnosis and treatment to patients with the full range of cardiovascular…

Trinity Health is pleased to announce that Buffie L. Salo, MHA, a healthcare executive with over 20 years of healthcare leadership experience, has joined Trinity’s senior leadership team. Salo will…

Brandi Peterson, FNP-C, a board-certified nurse practitioner, has joined Trinity Health’s cancer team at the Trinity CancerCare Center. A Bismarck native, she earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from…

Elliot Leinen, a graduate of North Dakota State University with a master’s in Business Administration, has been named associate director of decision support for Trinity Health. He has worked at…

Trinity Health has announced the addition of Nana Appiawiah, MD, to its medical staff. Dr. Appiawiah is a board-certified diagnostic radiologist, fellowship trained in neuroradiology, a subspecialty focused on abnormalities…

Melissa Andreasen, MSN, FNP-C, has joined Trinity Health as a pediatric nurse practitioner. She is board certified by the American Association of Nurse Practitioners and is well-qualified to provide compassionate,…

Dr. Indra Arya has joined Trinity Health in the specialty of emergency medicine. He earned his Doctor of Medicine degree from Avalon University School of Medicine in Netherland Antilles and…

Trinity Health recently held its annual ServiceFIRST Awards Ceremony which celebrates employees, nominated by their peers, for outstanding effort and excellence in four categories. The ceremony is hosted by the…

Moayed Ibrahim, MD, a medical oncology and hematology specialist, has joined Trinity Health’s cancer care team. He provides care to cancer patients using anti-cancer therapies such as chemotherapy, immunotherapy, and…

In palliative care, specialized medical care for people living with serious illnesses is provided by a team of palliative physicians, nurse practitioners, nurses, social workers, chaplains, and others. Team members…

Lending a helping hand on the family ranch in Watford City was always a joyful experience for Tel Sorenson. Being around animals in his early years and developing a passion…

A team of Minot middle-school students hope their ideas will help ease congestion at Trinity Health’s emergency hospital entrance. Short of that, they’ve strengthened the case for Trinity’s new healthcare…

Trinity Health Sports Medicine is pleased to announce the addition of Carolyn Rygg to its team of certified athletic trainers. Rygg began her new duties at the Dakota College at…

Prioritizing his health and self-care was always important for John MacMartin. Every year, he would have a check-up every six months with Bruce Roach, MD, Primary Care at Trinity Health,…

November is National Diabetes Awareness Month, a time to highlight the importance of diabetes prevention, management and care, and the dedicated professionals who make a difference in the lives of…

CARF International announced that Trinity Health has been accredited for a period of three years for its RehabCare Center programs. The latest accreditation continues a trend of receiving full accreditation…

Trinity Health’s cancer care program has received renewed accreditation from the American College of Surgeons’ Commission on Cancer (CoC). The full, three-year approval follows an onsite survey by a team…

Pam Schestler—a native of Garrison and longtime resident of the Des Lacs-Burlington area—has served 33 years at Trinity Health’s behavioral health inpatient unit. Schestler devotes her time as a social…

Over the past 50 years, medical advances have led to a more sophisticated understanding of the causes of Type 2 diabetes and to an abundance of new tools for managing…

COVID-19 may keep many indoors and away from others, but that is not an excuse to forego exercising. “My hope is they aren’t just sitting on the couch and watching…

By Kayla Cole, RDN, LRD It’s been two-and-a-half years since I was diagnosed with celiac disease. Sometimes I feel like a pro and sometimes I still struggle. Anyone with a…

Minot residents and visitors will have a better chance of surviving a heart attack if an initiative currently underway gains support. A team comprised of health and emergency professionals is…

Trinity Health Home Health and Hospice hosted an Evening of Remembrance, offering support and comfort to families of hospice patients. This special gathering allowed loved ones to honor and cherish…

(MINOT, ND) – Trinity Health Auxiliary’s Healthy Hearts Club will host a yoga-inspired event, ‘Bends, Brunch and Bubbly,’ Saturday, May 12, at Elevation restaurant, 1912 Valley Bluffs Drive. The morning…

(MINOT, ND) – Trinity Health has expanded its team of orthopedic surgeons to enhance its expertise in the areas of sports medicine and total joint replacement. Mohammad T. Hashemi, MD,…

(MINOT, ND) – Trinity Health is pleased to announce that Priscilla Frost has rejoined its leadership team as Director of Revenue Management, previously called the Department of Revenue Integrity. Frost…

Trinity Health is pleased to announce that Pam Hopkins has joined our leadership team as Vice President of Marketing and Communications. She succeeds Randy Schwan, MBA, who is retiring after…

Have you ever been in a hospital? While miracles happen there every day, so does illness, uncertainty, and even death. These times of crisis affect not only patients and their…

Trinity Health has added two providers to his Behavioral Health Services team. Bobbie Buseth, PMHNP-BC, is a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner and a member of Trinity’s outpatient behavioral health…

Trinity Health’s team of asthma specialists will host a free public seminar, “Asthma Care Today: A Pathway to Manage Asthma,” Monday, May 13, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at Health…

(MINOT, ND)— Sarah Rimatzki, RN, BSN, a member of Trinity’s Emergency/Trauma Center team for the past three years, has been named coordinator of the Center for Diabetes Education. Sarah oversees the…

November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month. Lung cancer kills more people annually than breast, colon, and prostate cancer combined. In 2018, the American Cancer Society expects 234,030 new cases of…

This Friday (Oct. 26) Trinity Health Foundation will team up with Tesoro Dakota Square and other businesses to “Fuel the Fight” against cancer. The day-long event will feature numerous discounts…

Trinity Health Foundation is excited to announce that its 27th annual Building Hope Women’s Golf Tournament and the 3rd annual Chopper Drop will be held on June 9, 2025, at…

Trinity Health is excited to announce that Ryan Miller, MBA, FACHE, SHRM-SCP, has joined Trinity Health as our VP/Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO), effective January 20. He previously served as…

Welcoming a new life into the world is one of the most monumental experiences a family will ever share, and Trinity Health is honored to be a part of that…

(MINOT, ND) – Sarah Rimatzki, RN, BSN, a member of Trinity’s Emergency/Trauma Center team for the past three years, has been named coordinator of the Center for Diabetes Education. Sarah…

(MINOT, ND) – Trinity Health is pleased to announce that Bahram Kordlar, MD, a member of our Neurology team, has been naturalized as an American citizen and has subsequently changed…

Ben Anderson, MBA, BSN, RN, formerly a nurse administrator with the Mayo Clinic Health System, has joined Trinity Health’s Senior Leadership Team as Assistant VP/Chief Nursing Officer (ACNO). Anderson will…

Taking care of one’s physical, spiritual and emotional health is part of being a good pastor. Yet too many pastors give self-care a low priority when it comes to balancing…

(MINOT, ND) – Trinity Health is pleased to announce the addition of Robert L. Fischer, MD, to our an Ear, Nose and Throat team. Dr. Fischer is board certified in…

(MINOT, ND) – Doctor of Audiology Laura E. Greer, AuD, has joined Trinity Health’s team of hearing specialists. She joins Jerrica Maxson, AuD, and Tricia Nechodom, AuD, in providing quality…

(MINOT, ND) – Members of Trinity Health’s mammography team are counting the days ëtil they’re ready to unveil the latest innovation in breast imaging technology. Trinity Health soon will introduce…

(MINOT, ND)-The Joint Commission and American Heart Association/American Stroke Association marked an important milestone, recognizing Trinity Health as the nation’s 1,000th Certified Primary Stroke Center. At a Minot news conference,…

Trinity Health’s Outpatient Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy team has again earned national recognition for providing services that result in positive patient outcomes. Focus On Therapeutic Outcomes (FOTO), Inc., a…

Joseph Elliott, MD, a cardiologist fellowship trained in interventional cardiology, has joined Trinity Health’s heart team. Dr. Elliott specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of cardiovascular diseases using advanced cardiac…

Trinity Health is partnering with Minot Area Team Wellness to host a class on square foot gardening. The program will be held Monday, May 15, from 4 to 5 p.m….

Damar Hamlin, a 24-year-old Buffalo Bills safety, went into cardiac arrest on the  field in Cincinnati after taking a hit during the Jan. 2 game. Hamlin immediately collapsed upon standing,…

Trinity Health Sleep Center successfully completed reaccreditation by the American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM), a distinction that will continue through April 13, 2027. The AASM sets standards and promotes…

Trinity Health has welcomed Sashi Kuppala, MD, MS, to its care team in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU). Dr. Kuppala, a neonatologist, is double board certified in neonatology and…

On behalf of Trinity Health and our entire care team, a humble thanks to all City of Minot personnel and community members who provided indispensable support transporting staff and physicians…

Established in 2003, National Donate Life Month is observed in April and helps encourage Americans to register as organ, eye and tissue donors and honor those who saved lives through…

Christine O’Riley, PsyD, a board-certified clinical psychologist, has joined Trinity Health’s behavioral health team. Dr. O’Riley has 20 years of experience providing evaluation and treatment to adult patients with cognitive…

Trinity Health welcomes Lauren Wake, DO, to our inpatient psychiatry team. Dr. Wake is specially trained to help adults of all ages manage a broad range of behavioral health problems,…

Trinity Health is pleased to announce that Faith Hope Horpestad, DNP, APRN, FNP-C, has joined our care team at Trinity Community Clinic – Kenmare. A board-certified nurse practitioner, Faith offers…

Elizabeth Ohiku, MD, FAPA, a child and adolescent psychiatrist, has joined Trinity Health’s Behavioral Health Services team. Dr. Ohiku is board certified in general and child-adolescent psychiatry. She completed her…

Joseph Stonehocker, CPNP-PC, a board-certified pediatric nurse practitioner, has joined the primary care team at Trinity Community Clinic – Western Dakota. A member of the Williston healthcare community for the…

Darren Hill, MD, has joined Trinity Health’s team of ophthalmologists at Trinity Regional Eyecare – Minot Center. Dr. Hill provides comprehensive medical and surgical eye care, including cataract removal, laser…

Wear a Helmet We have a simple saying: “Use your head, wear a helmet.” It is the single most effective safety device available to reduce head injury and death from…

Chandni Anand, MD, an internist with nearly 30 years of primary care experience, has joined Trinity Health’s team of providers at Health Center – Town & Country. Dr. Anand earned…

Hospice and Palliative Care Symposium Thanks to the Bodien Endowment, Trinity Health Foundation is able to provide an annual Hospice and Palliative Care Symposium.  This event is free, open to…

Two associates were recently honored with awards for their customer service skills and dedication to their jobs. Judy Hammer, an LPN with Family Practice at Health Center – Medical Arts,…

Organ Donation Can Help Many There are 113,785 people in the United States – 3,369 of them in the North Dakota, South Dakota, and Minnesota tri-state area – awaiting a…

36 years ago, Terri Brown, Lead Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA), began her journey at Trinity Health, working on the medical floor while attending nursing school. Upon graduating, Terri began…

The first time Taylor Hanna encountered her future career, she questioned what was happening. As a Certified Nursing Assistant with Trinity Health, a neurodiagnostic tech ran an electroencephalogram (EEG) on…

Applications are now open for Trinity Health’s Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Program. This program will take place from July 28 to December 18, 2025. This program is designed to provide…

Every year, Jane and Bob Mosher do something special as Christmas approaches. Jane, a registered nurse at Trinity Health’s NICU, with the help of her husband Bob, spread holiday cheer…

New techniques in hip or knee replacement generally mean patients go home the same day, experience less pain and get back to normal activities sooner. But total hip recipient Curt…

The 2024 Trinity Health Foundation Nursing Scholarship Program is now accepting applications. The annual nursing scholarship application period runs from August to November, with a submission deadline of November 1….

(MINOT, ND) – The Joint Commission (TJC) announced it has renewed accreditation for Trinity Health and its network of services, awarding Trinity the Gold Seal of Approval® for demonstrating a…

Dear Community and Region at Large, On this day last year, April 30, 2023, with the help of regional ambulance crews, Trinity Health’s outstanding employees, dedicated physicians and caring community…

(MINOT, ND)-Karen Zimmerman, RN, MSN, Director of Clinical Excellence and Patient Safety at Trinity Health, has been named the organization’s Chief Nursing Officer (CNO), effective January 1st. As CNO, Zimmerman…

New health insurance plan brings high quality coverage to 11 North Dakota counties Minot, N.D. – Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Dakota (BCBSND) and Trinity Health today announced the…

Trinity Health’s Center for Diabetes Education’s diabetes prevention program, Weigh 2 Change, was awarded its Certificate of Full Plus Recognition from the Center for Disease Control (CDC) for offering an…

Trinity Health is pleased to announce that Christopher M. Van Gels, a facilities manager with nearly three decades of experience in the health and aerospace fields, has joined the regional…

Getting in and out of a car is something most of us do automatically, but if you’re someone with mobility issues, entering and exiting a vehicle can be tricky. No…

It takes a ton of materials to run a healthcare system. Making sure that those supplies, equipment and other goods are procured and delivered at the right time is the…

Americans enjoy sports – for fun, exercise, community-building and comradery. It induces the highest of highs and the lowest of lows. From championships to catastrophic injuries, athletic trainers are present…

In 1988, at the age of 48, my stepfather had bypass surgery for a heart attack. The evening of his attack, he had chest pains and fearing the worst, drove…

This is a health story about a virus. But this story is about much more than germs. It’s not about political agendas, government mandates, or pharmaceutical profits. It’s an intimate…

November is National Hospice and Palliative Care Month; this year’s theme is “It’s About How You Live.” A program specializing in end-of-life care that promotes “Living” is an intentional reminder…

By Kayla Cole, RDN, LRD, Outpatient Dietitian at Trinity Health Having Celiac Disease for almost five years now, I try my best to keep upon the latest news, research, and…

In North Dakota, there are 148 people on the waiting list for an organ transplant. On a larger scale, there are 3,318 people in the tri-state area (North Dakota, South…

Photo: Working his fine motor skills, Mike Honeyman wraps a gift for his son as Occupational Therapist Nicole Kutch, OTR/L, CHT, lends a hand. Not long ago, Mike Honeyman couldn’t…

Employees throughout Trinity Health’s care system will receive a one-time pay boost this month in recognition of their work during the ongoing coronavirus pandemic. President and CEO John M. Kutch…

Trinity Health is reaching out to anyone with a 3D printer to shore up supplies of medical face masks and face shields. Medical facilities across the country are scrambling to…

Dawn Mattern, MD, FAMSSM, a board-certified Family Practice/Sports Medicine specialist with Trinity Health, has been named a Fellow in the American Medical Society for Sports Medicine (AMSSM). The designation is…

Starting in January 2020, Trinity Health will offer a Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program, a comprehensive, high-quality education program that will graduate competent entry-level sonographers for the healthcare community. Sonography, or…

Trinity Health is using National Breastfeeding Month to announce a new program aimed at promoting breastfeeding success among moms who give birth at Trinity Hospital. Trinity’s Family Birth Center has…

The Committee on Trauma of the American College of Surgeons has verified Trinity Hospital as a Level II Trauma Center following an onsite survey that found zero deficiencies. The hospital…

Community Ambulance of Minot is accepting registrations for its fall emergency medical technician (EMT) course. The course, led by experienced EMS professionals, runs August 13 – March 21, with classes…

(MINOT, ND)— Trinity Health’s Center for Diabetes Education has been given a seal of approval for its diabetes prevention program, Weigh 2 Change. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)…

For the first time, nurses at Trinity Homes have received the Sunflower Award and the DAISY Award. On April 5, Tawny Quist, CNA, a nurse on 4 East, received the…

An estimated one out of 59 children are diagnosed with autism, a term for a group of complex disorders of brain development, and the prevalence figures are growing. These disorders…

Three associates with Trinity Health recently received the Minot Area Chamber of Commerce’s Eagle Award for Excellent Customer Service. Aaron Albers, DPM, a podiatrist with Trinity Health’s Foot & Ankle…

Do you know the signs of a heart attack? Do you know what to do if you experience them? It is important to be aware, because not knowing could lead…

(MINOT, ND)—Citing the importance of healthcare to the personal and economic well-being of North Dakotans, Trinity Health today hosted a “Breaking More Ground” event to celebrate ongoing construction of its…

When Judy Myers, Buyer in Supply Chain Management, began working at Trinity Health, it was in a part-time role doing inventory. That only lasted a few months before she returned…

Towards the end of her college career, Samantha Morgan knew the career path she wanted to follow; she just needed to determine how to get there. After graduation, Samantha began…

Fifty years ago, Trinity Health opened the doors to its Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU), beginning a half-century of specialized care for the region’s smallest and most vulnerable patients. Since…

Trinity Health is proud to announce it has received the American Heart Association’s Get With The Guidelines® – Stroke Gold Plus quality achievement award. This recognition reflects our commitment to…

Thanks to various donations from donors and community partners, Trinity Health Foundation was able to purchase a new ambulance for Trinity Health’s First Response Ground team, which will significantly impact…

(MINOT, ND) – Calling it a new day in same-day medicine, Trinity Health opened a walk-in clinic today at Health Center – Medical Arts called FirstCare Walk-In Clinic. FirstCare provides…

(MINOT, ND) – Trinity Health has expanded its continuum of care at Trinity Hospital, adding Palliative Medicine to its scope of services. Palliative Medicine is a program of specialized medical…

It was supposed to be a two-day business trip for a Fargo couple. Clayton Cottman and his fiancé Jania (Nia) Thomas of Fargo made their way to Minot to join…

(MINOT, ND) – The Trinity Health Auxiliary has declared May 22nd Healthy Hearts Day, with two events planned to help people live heart healthier lives. A Brunch Symposium will begin…

Trinity Health Foundation today received a major boost in its campaign to fund a new ambulance for Trinity Health First Response Ground. Hess Corporation announced it is donating $50,000 toward…

Announces Funding for Pediatric Sensory Center Children with a broad range of developmental disabilities will receive enhanced therapeutic care thanks to a generous gift from Town & Country Credit Union…

(Minot, N.D.)ñTrinity Health Foundation announced Tuesday that it’s taking a proactive stance in encouraging students to go into the nursing field through matching donations to its nursing scholarship endowment. All…

The American Heart Association® helps American consumers find the right products that align to overall healthy eating patterns by designating a mark on certain foods or beverages. Simply spot an…

Trinity Health is proud to announce it has been recertified as a Primary Stroke Center by The Joint Commission, a global leader in promoting safety and quality in healthcare. Trinity…

(MINOT, ND) – Robyn Gust, MS, LATC, manager of Trinity Health’s Sports Medicine Department, has been named North Dakota Athletic Trainer of the Year by the North Dakota Athletic Trainers…

What is HPV? The human papillomavirus (HPV) is the main cause of cervical cancers; at least half of sexually active people will have HPV at some point in their lives….

(MINOT, ND)-Barbra Brown, Vice President of Clinical Services and Chief Nursing Officer (CNO) with Trinity Health, has announced she is retiring after 40 years in healthcare. Brown has served as…

(MINOT, ND)-Trinity Health has bestowed its highest honor on two members of its medical staff. Paul Olson, MD, and Rajiv Bartaula MD, are the first doctors to receive Trinity’s newly…

From the moment it opened, the Lynn and Denise Billadeau Chapel within the atrium of the new Trinity Health Healthcare Campus and Medical District stirred the imagination with its multiple…

(MINOT, ND)Trinity Hospital has been designated a Blue Distinction Center for Cardiac Care by Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Dakota, an independent licensee of the Blue Cross and Blue…

The holiday season is a time for people to be near family; for some it may be the only time in the entire year that loved ones get together. This…

Trinity Health Foundation has kicked off its 12th annual Turkey Drive in support of the KHRT Horn of Plenty. Now in its 40th year, Horn of Plenty brings community members…

Trinity Health has moved its Kidney Dialysis Unit (KDU) to the new Healthcare Campus and Medical District. The move follows an onsite inspection, which verified the unit’s compliance with health…

Patients, visitors and employees at Trinity Health’s new Healthcare Campus and Medical District (HCMD) will soon have the option of managing their financial health as they simultaneously tend to their…

Hello Trinity Community, I recently sat down with Marisa Jennings, MD to discuss Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PSTD) regarding common and uncommon causes, different styles of treatments and how PTSD can…

The 2013 Boston Marathon bombing may have generated more emergency action plans among sports teams than any event before or since. But 10 years later it’s fair to ask, are…

Pain is one of the most common reasons people seek healthcare, and most reach to opioids for relief. For many, the risks associated with opioids outweigh the benefits. Potential side…

Families are not important things; they are everything. That’s why the third floor of the new Trinity Hospital will be devoted solely to Women and Children’s services. It is where…

Picture this: it’s a cold, windy Saturday afternoon in late November and you’ve decided today is the perfect day to hang Christmas lights on the roof of your house. As…

Dear Minot Community and the Region-at-Large: Thank you for following along with our series of letters that address the new Trinity Health healthcare campus and medical district. In this second…

Jewel Sandy, MD, is a woman on a mission. Literally. Sandy, an ophthalmologist at Trinity Health Western Dakota, Williston, traveled to Sierra Leone in March and led a team of…

Registration is open for Trinity Health Sports Medicine FASTER Athletic programs, geared toward athletes entering grades 5-12. FASTER is an acronym for Flexibility, Agility and Strength Together Equal Ready, and…

Trinity Health has planned several events and initiatives this year and to mark 100 years of delivering care to the region. Trinity Health was founded on April 25, 1922, when…

March observes National Nutrition Month and this year’s theme, “Celebrate a World of Flavors,” gives us the opportunity to try new cuisines, and learn from other cultures. Whether planning a…

Trinity Health has planned a series of events and initiatives to celebrate 100 years of delivering care to the region. It was on April 25, 1922, that Lutheran congregants from…

The pandemic is not over and healthcare workers are not OK. COVID-19 has profoundly impacted the world. We learned new terms and behaviors like pandemic, super spreader, herd immunity, self-isolate,…

It’s the time of year when many people decide that they want to change their lives in a positive way. Whether it be something as simple as eating more fruits…

Despite growing in popularity in recent years, midwifery is still a largely misunderstood profession. Thanks in part to centuries-old misunderstandings, midwifery often falls victim to these common myths. MYTH: Midwives…

Hospice care provides comprehensive and compassionate care for someone with a life-limiting illness. Trinity Health Hospice involves a team-oriented approach – including doctors, nurses, social workers, aides, and chaplains—to provide…

Speech disorders can happen to anyone, young or old. According to the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA), both children and adults can develop speech and language disorders – when a person…

From the outside, Trinity Health’s future hospital and medical complex looks nearly complete. The enclosed multi-story structure towers silently above the frozen landscape. But inside, crews are hard at work…

Hospice care provides comprehensive and compassionate care for someone with a life-limiting illness. Trinity Health Hospice involves a team-oriented approach for medical care, pain management, and emotional and spiritual support…

Older patients most at risk of developing severe illness from COVID-19 should be on the lookout for a special invitation from Trinity Health. Trinity Health has begun sending invitations for…

The Trinity Health Radiologic Technology Program was recently reaccredited for another eight years – the maximum award possible – by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT)….

Trinity Health Foundation has launched its 9th Annual Turkey Drive to put turkeys and other fare on the tables of families in need this holiday season. Director Al Evon says…

Trinity Health and the Minot Area Chamber of Commerce have teamed up to offer guidance to businesses seeking to enhance protections for employees and customers during the coronavirus pandemic. Together…

Ask an athletic trainer what is the best part of their job and they’ll jokingly say, “the hours.” That’s because athletic trainers are known for their grueling schedules. Thankfully, that…

The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) recommends that infants be “exclusively breastfed for about the first six months with continued breastfeeding alongside introduction of appropriate complementary foods, for one year…

Who doesn’t love a good vacation? I know I do. One of my favorite things to look forward to is my family’s summer vacation. We almost never go to the…

We know water is everywhere. So to make water safety easy, we divided it into three categories: Water safety at home, swimming safety and boating safety. Here you’ll find everything…

Sometimes babies are so peaceful and quiet in the backseat that we can forget they are even there, and it can be tempting to leave a sleeping baby in the…

As COVID-19 continues its course in North Dakota, Trinity Health has been focused and strategic in its response. The health system has been operating under its Incident Command structure since…

Trinity Health has added two providers to its medical staff in the specialties of pediatrics and behavioral health. Kayla Bubach, FNP-C, is a family nurse practitioner and a member of…

Trinity Health Auxiliary’s Healthy Hearts Club will host a yoga and mimosa brunch party, “Bends, Brunch and Bubbly,” Saturday, October 5, at Elevation restaurant, 1912 Valley Bluffs Drive. The morning…

Amber Emerson, a registered nurse, has been associated with Trinity Health for 18 years, working in geriatrics, medical-surgical, and clinic nursing, as well as in the G.I. Lab and Same…

With the new school year upon us, Safe Kids Minot offers tips on how to students can stay safe when going to school, whether they are walking, traveling by bike,…

The North Dakota Association for Career and Technical Education (NDACTE) has recognized Trinity Health for its support of nursing education in the region. NDACTE presented Trinity Health with its Impact…

Analene Torgerson had every reason to ignore the discomfort in her chest. As co-owner of Lund’s Landing Resort, she and her husband, Jim, were focused on getting ready for the…

Three associates with Trinity Health have received the Minot Area Chamber of Commerce’s Eagle Award for Excellence. Shereen Vanatta, an account representative, and Kayla Otto, a financial counselor, both with…

When one thinks about rehabilitation following a stroke, most people may think about the physical aspects, such as learning how to walk again. Or perhaps it is speech related, learning…

Trinity Health Diabetes Education and Nutrition Services will host a class on square foot gardening Thursday, May 16, from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. in the Trinity Health Community Conference Room…

The Trinity Health Auxiliary has scheduled three fundraising events in May as part of its Healthy Hearts initiative. On May 11, a Yoga and Mimosa Brunch party will be held…

Dr. Dawn Mattern, a Sports Medicine physician with Trinity Health, invites the public to join her and other physicians for the 11th annual “Doc Walk” Wednesday, May 8, at 6:30…

There is a lot we can learn from a triathlon, even if we have never run a race. Any competitor will tell you that to finish well, you must have…

Two members of the Trinity Health staff have received internal awards for their customer service. Deb Allard, LPN, with Trinity Health’s Orthopedic clinic, received the DAISY award, an award designated…

The idea of a midwife may sound a bit old-fashioned. In fact, it may even conjure up thoughts of pioneer days, when a man might have gone to fetch a…

By Sandra Horob, MEd., RDN, Director of Nutrition Services Each March, the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, the nation’s largest organization of nutrition professionals, highlights healthy eating for the country….

Trinity Health Chief of Medical Staff Jeffrey Sather, MD, MBA, FACEP, recently earned a Master of Business Administration from Haslam College of Business at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville. He…

Kimberly Waswick has been named Volunteer Coordinator for Trinity Health Hospice. She’s responsible for recruiting, training, selecting, and coordinating volunteers to assist with hospice, which is a special form of…

Cervical cancer, the cancer of the lower part of the uterus (womb), is the second-most common cause of female-specific cancer behind breast cancer. The American Cancer Society estimated that in…

Twelve students received scholarships to further their nursing education as Trinity Health Foundation hosted its 3rd Annual Nursing Scholarship Banquet January 8 at the Grand Hotel. The event brought students…

The Trinity Health Auxiliary is inviting the public to put on their favorite blue jeans for its annual heart gala fundraiser. “Denim & Diamonds” will be held Saturday, February 9,…

Maria Galindo, a phlebotomist with Trinity Health’s lab, and Diana Peterson, MD, a pediatrician with Trinity Health, received the Eagle Award for Customer Excellence from the Minot Area Chamber of…

  Since the day he was born, Jeff Dick of Bismarck has had a congenital deformity where the smaller (pinky) toe overlaps the toe next to it. “A lot of…

(MINOT, ND)—Trinity Health has expanded primary care access at clinics in Minot, New Town, and Kenmare. Sally Eberle, FNP-C, Renee Harju, FNP-C, and Kayla Thomas, FNP-C, have all joined Trinity’s…

The Minot City Council took time out of its regular meeting yesterday to recognize EMS staff involved in saving the life of a 21-year-old woman who went into cardiac arrest…

  Are you looking for an amazing and challenging medical career working with others who have the same passion to help people? Do you already have, or are you working…

Four Trinity Health employees recently were awarded the Eagle Award for Customer Excellence from the Minot Area Chamber of Commerce. Phillip Acheampong, CNA, and Vanessa Pace, CNA, both with Trinity…

“Free gas for a year” was a coveted prize at the First Annual Fuel the Fight cancer fundraiser held October 26 at Tesoro Dakota Square.  On November 2, prize sponsor…

It’s been seven years since a motorcycle accident took the use of his legs and suspended a promising athletic future, but Ben Johnson of Minot is still making the world…

Three employees at Trinity Health were recently awarded the Eagle Award for Customer Excellence from the Minot Area Chamber of Commerce. Shubneet Grewal, MD; Laura Miller, RN; and Jeffrey Verhey,…

Ever wanted to run a 5K or 10K? Or maybe pick up a new hobby that will also keep you physically active? Starting this October, Trinity Health’s Exercise Physiology department…

In 2017, about 9,700 mammograms were performed throughout Trinity Health. In August 2017, Cary Hutchins of Williston went in for her mammogram — her first, in fact — at Trinity…

Trinity Health is proud to announce its donation of ultrasound equipment to Roosevelt Park Zoo. Thanks to a generous grant from the Helmsley Charitable Trust, which allowed Trinity Health to…

The human mind is very complex and can’t be fully understood through words alone. Adam MacKenzie, PhD, psychologist at Trinity Health Riverside, spends his days helping people navigate the complexities of…

Trinity Health Foundation is excited to announce that Darla Miller has been named Foundation Manager. As Foundation Manager, Miller will oversee the daily operations, fundraising efforts, donor relations, grant opportunities…

Thanks to a generous gift from Town & Country Credit Union and Trinity Health Foundation, children with a broad range of developmental disabilities will receive enhanced therapeutic care with the…

Tenley Johnson bravely fought breast cancer for many years. When she was initially diagnosed in 1991, she had a double mastectomy and underwent chemotherapy for several months. After things were…

(MINOT, ND) – As a Medicare recipient, have you ever wondered why you’re allowed to make an appointment at will with an optometrist, podiatrist, or chiropractor, but before you can…

(MINOT, ND) – The Trinity Health Auxiliary has scheduled a pair of events May 21st as part of its annual Healthy Hearts Day. The day begins with a Brunch Symposium…

(MINOT, ND) – An exhibit celebrating the role of athletic trainers in the healthcare system will be on display at Minot sports and healthcare venues during the month of March….

(MINOT, ND) – Trinity Health officials say a recent pricing and bond sale of more than $350 million tax-exempt revenue bonds (2017C Bonds) has ended with unqualified success. The bonds…

(MINOT, ND) – Trinity Sports Medicine will offer a free strength training clinic for overhead athletes Monday, November 20, at 6:30 p.m. at the Grand Hotel. The clinic is for…

In 1993, Nancy Gasmann, Physical Therapy Manager with Trinity Health who recently celebrated 40 years with the organization, helped initiate the hippotherapy program at the Dakota Boys and Girls Ranch….

(MINOT, ND) – Trinity Health has named Kim Rosencrans, RN, BSN, Operating Room Manager for the Surgery Department, succeeding longtime manager Jane Nelson, RN, CNOR. Rosencrans will oversee the daily…

(MINOT, ND) – Guidelines for providing pre-hospital care to injured athletes have evolved in recent years, and Trinity Sports Medicine is taking steps to make sure the new standards are…

(MINOT, ND) – Trinity Health will present its 4th Annual Hospice Symposium, ‘Hospice & Palliative Medicine: Knowledge is Power,’ Thursday, September 14, from 5 to 8:30 p.m. at the Grand…

The American Heart Association presents Get With The Guidelines® – Stroke Gold Plus award for proven dedication to ensuring all stroke patients have access to best practices and life-saving care. Trinity…

(MINOT, ND) – People at this year’s North Dakota State Fair will have a chance to learn about the latest innovations in heart care and neurosurgery. Trinity Health is using…

(MINOT, ND) – Trinity Health has been recognized by the American Heart Association for exceptional performance in caring for people with STEMI heart attacks ñ the kind caused by a…

It’s common when talking about healthcare providers to use terms like primary care and specialty care. Roughly speaking, a primary care provider – whether a doctor, nurse practitioner or physician…

(MINOT, ND) – Trinity Health continues to move forward with plans to build a new hospital and medical campus in southwest Minot. Yates-Northwest Contracting, a joint venture, has been selected…

May is mental health awareness month and has been recognized across the United States since its inception in 1949. The month focuses on promoting mental health resources and at Trinity…

(MINOT, ND) – Chocolate lovers are in for a treat as Trinity Health Auxiliary and Elevation host an ‘Ooh La La Chocolate Affair’ November 4th from 6 to 9 p.m….

(MINOT, ND) – The Trinity Health Auxiliary has proclaimed September 12th Healthy Hearts Day, with two events planned to help people live a heart healthy lifestyle. A Brunch Symposium will…

(MINOT, ND) – After all the barbecues and summer outings, North Plains CrossFit wants to give Souris Valley residents a chance to get ‘fit for fall’. North Plains will host…

(MINOT, ND) – Charge of the Light Brigade is a poem by Alfred, Lord Tennyson, but it also serves as an apt metaphor for the latest innovation Trinity Health has…

(MINOT, ND) – An unqualified success. That’s how Trinity Health and Minot State University officials describe a program aimed at generating more baccalaureate degree nurses for North Dakota’s future. In…

(MINOT, ND) – Finding a medical provider and accessing health information just got easier thanks to a new mobile application recently launched by Trinity Health. The Trinity Mobile App, adapted…

(MINOT, ND) – The Trinity Health Auxiliary has proclaimed September 14th Healthy Hearts Day, with two events planned to help people live a heart healthy lifestyle. A Brunch Symposium featuring…

(MINOT, ND) – The Commission on Cancer (CoC) of the American College of Surgeons has awarded Trinity Health’s cancer program ‘Accreditation with Commendation’ following an on-site survey. Accreditation with Commendation…

(MINOT, ND) – Trinity Health has been recognized by the American Heart Association for exceptional performance in caring for people with STEMI heart attacks ñ the kind caused by a…

(MINOT, ND)Doctors at Trinity Health say they will hold firm to current recommendations when it comes to screening for breast cancer. That, despite of a set of recommendations issued this…

With the competition for healthcare workers at an all-time high, the Trinity Health Sleep Center is offering free training and job opportunities to anyone interested in becoming a sleep technologist….

The American College of Surgeons (ACS) has designated Trinity Health an ACS Surgical Quality Partner in recognition of its commitment to maintain the highest standards in surgical care. The ACS…

(MINOT, ND)Trinity Health’s Community Education Department will celebrate American Heart Month with a free healthy cooking demonstration Tuesday, February 16. The session will get underway at 6:30 p.m. in the…

(MINOT, ND)The Blue Cross Blue Shield Association in conjunction with Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Dakota has designated Trinity Hospital a Blue Distinction Center for Knee and Hip Replacement,…

Austin Halladay, exercise physiologist at Trinity Health, empowers patients to achieve quality outcomes through the Focused Exercise programs at Trinity Health West near downtown Minot. The word focus plays a…

(MINOT, ND) – Obstetrician/Gynecologist Timothy Bedell, MD, is grateful that his residency training in Michigan acquainted him with a hard-to-diagnose condition affecting the bladder. But it’s safe to say he’s…

MINOT, ND)—With building activity well underway at the site of its new healthcare facility, Trinity Health is holding a “Breaking More Ground” event September 20th to celebrate construction of its…

Trinity Health has received the American Heart Association’s Get With The Guidelines® – Stroke quality achievement award for performing best practices in caring for stroke patients. The Get With The…

Caitlyn Medalen has come full circle. As a newborn, she spent the first days of her life in Trinity Health’s Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU). Now, she has returned to…

Emergency medical professionals will gather in Minot for the Northwest Region EMS Conference January 20-22 at the Grand Hotel in Minot. The conference is designed to refresh ambulance professionals on…

In October, a new Food and Drug Administration (FDA) rule officially cleared the way for hearing aids to be sold over the counter without a prescription. Under the FDA’s regulations,…

A good exercise physiologist knows that once your body gets comfortable with a fitness routine, it’s time to change things up. Building strength and endurance, avoiding injury is most successful…

Construction continues in the new hospital as empty galaxies of space transform into identifiable rooms and work stations for patients, guests and employees. But in its shadow to the north,…

Dear Minot Community and the Region-at-Large: The completion of our healthcare campus and medical district is getting closer and you can feel the excitement growing. What started as an empty…

Going to the gynecologist is a trip most women never look forward to. The dreaded pelvic exam can be uncomfortable and embarrassing. It can also save your life. Pelvic exams…

If you’re an over-40 male and unsure about when to begin routine prostate cancer screening, you are not alone. Confusion about the efficacy of prostate specific antigen (PSA) blood tests…

Unique program offers clinically proven digital therapeutics to help patients manage depression and excessive drinking Today, Trinity Health, a nonprofit and integrated healthcare system that serves northwestern North Dakota and…

As a parent, I’ve often wished my children came with instruction manuals. These detailed manuals would include information such as: “This child will eat these foods, is allergic to this,…

Trinity Health is easing some of its masking requirements for people vaccinated against COVID-19 – a change that will continue so long as community incidence of the virus remains at…

Trinity Health recently hosted a Hospital Hazmat Awareness and First Receiver Course (Decon) for hospital staff and first responders in the region. The one-day event drew over two dozen attendees…

The World Health Organization defines health as a state of complete physical, mental and social well-being and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity. What’s remarkable about this definition…

Older adults may recall a time when cataract surgery meant a hospital stay and having to wear “coke bottle” glasses. The super-thick lenses were the only means of bringing one’s…

We have heard the phrase “High blood pressure is a silent killer” so often that it’s become cliché. But did you know hypertension is a major risk factor for stroke…

Trinity Health announces that Karen Brown, a healthcare finance professional with over 15 years of experience in the healthcare field, has joined its staff as director of Kenmare Community Hospital….

In April 1922, representatives from churches across the region gathered at Zion Lutheran Church in Minot to organize the Trinity Hospital Association. Within weeks, ground was broken and $60,000 was…

For most of us, our daily morning routine takes little thought. The alarm goes off, we get out of bed, plod to the bathroom, take a shower, brush our teeth,…

“No institution, particularly medical, stands still in development. They either go forward or stagnate.” (Trinity Health 25th anniversary celebration, 1947) In 1922, the year Trinity Health was founded, medical science…

It was another sign of life returning to normalcy. Thirty-nine clergy men and women from around the region gathered at Trinity Health Riverside March 24 for a ministry day, the…

A 1931 issue of Trinity Hospital News didn’t sugarcoat the problem: “It is not news by this time to say that we are in the throes of one of the…

Bruce Sepielli, a facilities manager with nearly 20 years of management experience, primarily in the healthcare sector, has been named senior director of Facilities Management for Trinity Health. Sepielli will…

If I were a superhero, my super power would be to save many lives at once with little effort. As a blood donor, I can do that. Trinity Hospital depends…

Looking for a New Year’s resolution that yields big benefits with minimal effort? Resolve to call Trinity Health in the New Year to make an appointment for an eye exam….

Starting today, Trinity Health is adjusting visitation guidelines at both of its hospital campuses to achieve a better balance between safety concerns and patients’ emotional wellbeing. Effective December 8, patients…

Early detection is your best bet for long term survival The changing season and cooler weather drives people indoors for longer periods of time. So, it’s no surprise that coughing…

Trinity Health is pleased to announce that Dusty Zimmerman has been named Director of Trinity Health Foundation. She began her duties October 11. Zimmerman will oversee various programs administered by…

When is a good time to get a mammogram? When you are 40? Or is it 50? And what if you have a family history? “It seems like when you…

Community Ambulance Service of Minot has earned the American Heart Association’s highest recognition for providing first-rate care to people with severe heart attack. CAS, a service of Trinity Health, received…

Welcoming a new baby is a momentous time in one’s life, marked with a wide range of emotions: excitement and joy, fear and anxiety, and, occasionally, depression. While most new…

Trinity Health will transition to tighter visitor restrictions at its hospital and clinic facilities due to a rise in the number of COVID-19 infections and hospitalizations amid the highly transmissible…

Soon school will be back in session and fall sports in full swing. As we send our student athletes back into action, coaches, parents, and athletes themselves need to keep…

It may seem like school just ended for the summer, but it is never too early to be prepared for the next school year. In addition to the basics, such…

Fireworks may seem like toys, but they can be extremely dangerous, injuring thousands of Americans each year – many of them children. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission reports that…

After serving patients and the public for well over a year, Trinity Health has announced it will close its drive-through COVID-19 test site effective May 27. Vice President Randy Schwan…

Trinity Health is pleased to announce that Terry Altringer, PharmD, Pharmacy Clinical Supervisor, has been honored by the North Dakota Pharmacists Association with the 2021 prestigious Bowl of Hygeia Award….

Trinity Health Sports Medicine, the region’s premier athletic training provider, is gearing up for its summer FASTER programs 2022. Four training programs are available at Trinity’s MAYSA Dryland Room, a…

The prairie crocuses are blooming, and baseball season is underway. Trauma season can’t be far behind. Spring traditionally signals the start of “trauma season,” a periodic upturn in injury cases…

Each year on National Doctors Day, our country takes a moment to celebrate, and appreciate, the thousands of passionate and talented physicians throughout our nation. Amidst the fear and anxiety…

Obstructive sleep apnea is a potentially serious sleep disorder. It causes breathing to repeatedly stop and start during sleep. There are several types of sleep apnea, but the most common…

On a busy Saturday, January 23, in Minot, Trinity Health administered COVID-19 vaccines to 924 patients in its single largest clinic to date. Since receiving the first vaccine shipment in…

Patients who are diagnosed with COVID-19 have a new treatment option in Minot that may help them avoid a stay in the hospital. Trinity Health has opened an outpatient infusion…

Regular cancer screenings are still important in times of the pandemic, especially for cancers that do not generally show symptoms in their early stages. This includes cervical cancer, which does…

Trinity Health has adjusted visitation at Trinity Hospital, Trinity Hospital – St. Joseph’s, and all outpatient and clinic facilities, from maximum to moderate restrictions. Effective January 4, 2021, one asymptomatic…

Trinity Health has announced it will implement stricter limits on visitation at Trinity Hospital – St. Joseph’s, similar to restrictions put in place at Trinity Hospital last month. Effective December…

If you have diabetes, you know how challenging it can be to manage. You are expected to eat a healthy and balanced diet, get plenty of physical activity, monitor your…

Trinity Health Business Services will discontinue in-person service at its Town & Country offices in Minot effective November 9. The suspension is due to the steep rise in coronavirus cases…

“Time to get a flu shot” is a familiar theme heard in October. But that message is being conveyed with a greater sense of urgency this year. As cases of…

Childhood obesity is all too common in the United States, with a high prevalence among children and adolescents. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the prevalence…

When it comes to keeping your eyes safe, safety glasses are the most important way to protect your peepers. According to the American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO), wearing protective eyewear…

According to the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, 48,344 Americans died by suicide and an estimated 1.4 million attempted suicide in 2018. Nationwide, it is the 10th leading cause of…

Cancer knows no boundaries – not even the COVID-19 pandemic. According to the Prevent Cancer Foundation, 35 percent of Americans had a cancer screening scheduled during the pandemic and missed…

Trinity Health is pleased to announce that Bonnie Mattern, a healthcare executive with more than 20 years of human resources management experience, has been named Director of Human Resources effective…

Community Ambulance Service of Minot has earned recognition from the American Heart Association for continued excellence in providing swift care to people experiencing a heart attack. The ambulance service recently…

In the market for a COVID-19 test? Where you go for that test now depends on whether or not you have symptoms of the virus. To maximize safety practices and…

The Trinity Health construction project in Southwest Minot has updated plans for completion following a thorough assessment from construction manager JE Dunn. During a transition period that began earlier this…

The Trinity Health construction project in Southwest Minot has updated plans for completion following a thorough assessment from construction manager JE Dunn. During a transition period that began earlier this…

By Angela K. Phillips, RND, LRD, Clinical Dietitian, Trinity Health Summer is here and with heat and activities, staying hydrated becomes increasingly important. Water is one of the body’s most…

According to the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA), North Dakota is one of eight states in the United States where a hearing screening is not required by schools. (It is suggested…

Since the COVID-19 pandemic began, younger children have been falling behind on their vaccinations and immunizations, explained Steven Mattson, MD, a board-certified internist and pediatrician. The Centers for Disease Control…

Whether your kids are walking to school, the park or a friend’s house, here are a few simple tips to make sure they get there safely. The Hard Facts Unintentional…

Trinity Health has established a Summer Internship Program for graduate students seeking a career in healthcare administration. President and CEO John M. Kutch says the program will serve as an…

Results from a facility-wide COVID-19 testing event last week at Trinity Homes show that all residents and staff who were tested for coronavirus were negative. Some 455 residents and staff…

In a move designed to mitigate the financial impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, Trinity Health has announced a cost reduction plan involving staff furloughs and cuts in executive pay. Under…

The occasional irregularity of your heartbeat may be more than just a one-time occurrence. It could be atrial fibrillation, a heart arrhythmia that between 2.7 and 6.1 million Americans have….

Trinity Health is pleased to announce that Renae Lenertz has been promoted to the position of Chief Human Resources Officer/VP of Human Resources. Lenertz has served as Trinity’s Director of…

It’s one of the many seasonal illnesses that affect people this time of year. Respiratory syncytial virus, or RSV, can produce mild cold-like symptoms in adults. But for infants and…

Trinity Health’s critical care helicopter, NorthStar Criticair, is undergoing inspection and repairs following an event January 22 atop Trinity Hospital. On Wednesday afternoon, NorthStar was dispatched to pick up a…

Fourteen nursing students were awarded nearly $50,000 in scholarships as Trinity Health Foundation hosted its 4th Annual Nursing Scholarship Banquet January 14 at the Clarion Hotel and Conference Center. The…

Desire’e Steinberger, RD, LRD, a clinical dietitian with eight years of experience in clinical nutrition and food service management, has joined Trinity Health as Director of Nutrition Services. Steinberger will…

“Free gas for a year” was a coveted prize at the Second Annual Fuel the Fight cancer fundraiser October 11 at Dakota Square Arco. On Monday, prize sponsor United Community…

When is a good time to get a mammogram? When you are 40? Or is it 50? And what if you have a family history? Earlier this year, The American…