
Trautman recognized for Legendary Volunteer Service
Jamestown Regional Medical Center recently presented Mary Trautman its Legendary Volunteer Service Award. “I’ve worked with Mary my whole career. We love her. I’m so glad we could make this happen,” said...
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“God had you that day:” Why one man credits his recovery to healthcare and the Holy Spirit
One pastor attributes his healing to Jesus and JRMC. The Rev. Shawn Bowman leads his congregation of 200 members at Victory Lutheran Church. He’s also a husband and father of five. Eight...
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As anniversary nears, 42-year-old rings the JRMC Cancer Center bell
#MilesMatter to Jackie Schlenker. Diagnosed with breast cancer in 2018, those miles mattered to the 42-year-old wife, mother and full-time caregiver.
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Valley City man healed after year-long wound-healing journey
One Valley City man is grateful to be back on his feet after a lengthy wound-healing journey.
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Bredahl receives award for Nursing Excellence
During the nation’s pandemic, Jamestown Regional Medical Center nurses selected its infection control expert as the 2020 Nora Paulson award recipient. Quality & Risk Manager Jenna Bredahl joined JRMC in 2000. She...
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Otto Bremer Trust provides emergency support
A $15,000 donation will support patient care at Jamestown Regional Medical Center. The Otto Bremer Trust (OBT), one of Minnesota’s largest charitable organizations, created a $50 million emergency fund to provide financial...
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JRMC reopens elective surgeries
Jamestown Regional Medical Center reopened surgeries this month after postponing them due to the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. In addition to urgent and emergent procedures, JRMC can now offer time-sensitive procedures as well....
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JRMC uses grant for emergency equipment, testing supplies
The Jamestown Regional Medical Foundation received $5,000 for testing supplies and a new x-ray stretcher for the hospital’s emergency department. The North Dakota Community Foundation (NDCF) awarded $248,714 in its first round...
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JRMC receives LUCAS device to aid in CPR
A new mechanical CPR device will help reduce the spread of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) in this region. Jamestown Regional Medical Center received a LUCAS mechanical chest compression device to work alongside...
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JRMC named Top 20 Critical Access Hospital
For the first time in history, the National Rural Health Association named Jamestown Regional Medical Center one of the Top 20 Critical Access Hospitals in the country. NRHA determines Top 20 CAHs...
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Cancer complete: Despite the coronavirus, New Rockford man celebrates graduation
He rang the JRMC Cancer Center bell, knowing he’ll celebrate sometime soon. “We’ll make up for it,” said Bill Beals, New Rockford, N.D. “We need to stay positive.” Beals graduated from the...
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Healthcare from home: teacher shares hospital experience with students
Twenty-eight fourth and fifth graders observed their instructor receive her regular infusion at Jamestown Regional Medical Center on Friday. Since classes are all held virtually, the students watched live using a video-conferencing...
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Legendary care: How essential front-line workers care for their teams, communities
Even in the darkest times, we are reminded to look for the good. In Jamestown, those do-gooders are often essential workers, exceeding expectations for their teams and community. At Jamestown Regional Medical Center,...
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Maurices supports healthcare workers in the fight against COVID-19
Maurices is donating $250,000 to rural community hospitals in support of healthcare workers on the frontlines of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. As part of this generosity, Jamestown Regional Medical Center Foundation...
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Carpal tunnel syndrome causing you pain?
Tingly hands. Jolts in the wrist. The signs of carpal tunnel can be jarring.
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How to help during COVID-19
How you can support our patients and care providers during COVID-19 We’re asking the community to help us face unprecedented challenges.
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Dr. Inglish: A war against the invisible enemy
Editor’s note: Dr. Steve Inglish, Emergency Medicine Physician at Jamestown Regional Medical Center, shares information on the novel coronavirus (COVID-19). He joined JRMC in 2018. In 2003, I was a young 21-year-old...
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COVID-19 Q & A with Emergency Medicine Physician, Dr. Steve Inglish
Editor’s note: Dr. Steve Inglish, Emergency Medicine Physician at Jamestown Regional Medical Center, shares information on the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) in a question and answer format. He joined JRMC in 2018. Question:...
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R.O.S.I.E. helps fight COVID-19
R.O.S.I.E. is a Xenex LightStrike Germ-Zapping Robot. She kills germs and viruses that are difficult to disinfect and difficult to treat. Among those is the novel coronavirus (COVID-19). Bacteria and other germs...
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JRMC nurse teaches Yoga Bliss for COVID Calm
An Emergency Department Nurse in Jamestown, N.D. is caring for her community inside and out of patient rooms. Rachel Macdonald, a registered nurse in the Jamestown Regional Medical Center Emergency Department is...
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JRMC postpones elective surgery
Jamestown Regional Medical Center is postponing elective surgeries in preparation of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19). Urgent and emergent procedures are still available. “The situation surrounding the COVID-19 pandemic continues to change at...
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Cracked heels shouldn’t be ignored
Editor’s note: Dr. Kayla Emter, podiatrist/foot & ankle surgeon at Jamestown Regional Medical Center, shares tips on how to care for cracked heels.
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Foot pain? Here’s 10 common causes… #7 may surprise you
Injury. Overuse. Arthritis. Foot pain is common in adults, especially athletes and seniors. However, that doesn’t mean you have to live with it, said JRMC Podiatrist/Foot & Ankle Surgeon Dr. Kayla Emter....
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Nine ways to treat arthritis
Spring arrives and checklists are filled with projects. What may easily be mistaken for an injury or overworked joint or muscle might actually be signs of arthritis. Arthritis is the painful inflammation and...
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What foods to eat (and what not) as you recover
Editor’s note: Dr. Kayla Emter, podiatrist/foot & ankle surgeon at Jamestown Regional Medical Center, shares tips on healthy foods to eat while you recover. As a student, Dr. Emter struggled with painful...
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Heel pain? 6 Ways to treat plantar fasciitis
As spring and summer approaches, schedules start to involve more outdoor activities and family fun. Individuals can also find themselves more often on their feet. Stabbing pain located near the heel of...
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Fingers locking up? 4 Signs it’s trigger finger
Spending time with family and working on projects can lead to sore hands, joints and muscles. Trigger finger, also known as stonosing tenosynovitis, can affect any finger and that includes the thumb....
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JRMC implements visitor restrictions
Safety is Jamestown Regional Medical Center’s highest priority. In light of this rapidly evolving situation, JRMC is following the guidance of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) regarding appropriate measures...
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Wald receives JRMC Legend Award
Jamestown Regional Medical Center recently announced Holly Wald as its most recent Legend Award recipient. The Legend Award is the most prestigious distinction for a JRMC employee. The Legend Award recognizes employees...
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Marquart joins JRMC Wound & Hyperbaric Center
Jamestown Regional Medical Center is pleased to welcome Holli Marquart, APRN, CNP to the JRMC Wound & Hyperbaric Center team. Originally from Steele, N.D., Marquart received her Master in Science of Nursing...
read moreJRMC raises $114,000+ on Giving Hearts Day
With the help of hundreds of community members, Jamestown Regional Medical Center raised more than $114,000 for technology and equipment on Giving Hearts Day. Notice: JavaScript is required for this content.
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The ball is in your court
The NCAA basketball tournament and vasectomies: What do they have in common? The answer might make you blush, but the ball is in your court.
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Vasectomies: five things to know
When it comes to birth control, men and women have option. For men considering vasectomies, Urologist Dr. Brent Williams can offer them locally at Jamestown Regional Medical Center. Men need about two...
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Q & A with JRMC Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Michael T. Dean
A team of four makes up Jamestown Regional Medical Center’s orthopedics team. The team consists of two Orthopedic Surgeons, Drs. Michael T. Dean and Timothy Volk, as well as Orthopedic Nurse Practitioner...
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JRMC celebrates Top 100 designation
For the seventh year in a row, Jamestown Regional Medical Center is a Top 100 Critical Access Hospital in the country, said President & CEO Mike Delfs. iVantage Health Analytics and The...
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Valley City man raises $3,000+ for Polar Pig
Chad walked up to the plank and jumped. The water wasn’t cold. Neither was his heart or dedication to families in need. Before he jumped in his first Polar Pig “Walk the...
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JRMC Carrington Clinic Business After Hours
Jamestown Regional Medical Center’s vision is to be the best rural hospital in the country. To do that, it has opened outreach clinics in both Carrington and Valley City. As a thank you to...
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Ralph Danuser, JRMC welcomes public to breakfast in Dickey, N.D.
When Ralph Danuser needed care for his two shoulders and one knee, he asked for Jamestown Regional Medical Center. JRMC Orthopedic Surgeon Dr. Michael T. Dean, repaired Danuser’s joints so Danuser could...
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JRMC employees receive environmental services training
Two Jamestown Regional Medical Center employees in linen & environmental services are among the first in the state to receive certification in cleaning and disinfection, waste handling, floor care and linen handling....
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No-cost counseling services available to farm, ranch families
When the stresses of agriculture seem too great, farmers don’t have to go it alone. Caring and confidential counseling sessions are available to farmers, ranchers and members of their households. Jamestown Regional...
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Gackle youth group donates to young patients
Gackle students paid it forward Friday, Jan. 3, with a gift to children in need. Fifteen students from the Higher Power Youth League at Gackle’s Emanuel Lutheran Church donated tie blankets as...
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Kulm couple welcomes New Year’s baby
Born into a musical family, one baby was already showing off her powerful voice. Izetta Renee Roise sang a song of hunger on Jan. 2 – the day of her birth. Born...
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Van Fleet & Kleingartner receive JRMC Legend Award
Jamestown Regional Medical Center recently announced Jayde Van Fleet and Tabitha Kleingartner as its most recent Legend Award recipients. The Legend Award is the most prestigious distinction for a JRMC employee. The...
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JRMC receives stroke-readiness award
Jamestown Regional Medical Center has received an award for its high-quality care for stroke patients. The American Heart Association and North Dakota Stroke Taskforce awarded JRMC the 2019 ND Acute Stroke Ready...
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Siek family receives special Christmas gift
The Siek family got a special gift this Christmas – a dad who is done with cancer treatments. Husband, father and grandfather Chris Siek rang the cancer center bell three times on...
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JRMC Business After Hours to offer tours, treats and equipment demos
The community is the reason Jamestown Regional Medical Center is possible. As a thank you, JRMC is welcoming the public to a Business After Hours on Jan. 14. In conjunction with the Jamestown...
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Tree of Love event set for Dec. 17
The Jamestown Regional Medical Center Foundation is hosting the 22nd annual Tree of Love Dedication and Social on Tuesday, Dec. 17 at 3 p.m. “The Tree of Love is one of my...
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Yoder rings JRMC Cancer Center bell
It’s been a journey for Sharon Yoder, in the literal and figurative sense. The Colorado native received a breast cancer diagnosis in Denver 18 months ago, just weeks before she moved to...
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JRMC nurse receives statewide award
The North Dakota Center for Nursing Excellence recognized a local nurse for her work teaching nursing students. Registered Nurse Deb Thingstad joined Jamestown Regional Medical Center in 1997. As a nurse in...
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JRMC Blood Drive set for Dec. 5
Jamestown Regional Medical Center is hosting a blood drive on Thursday, Dec. 5 to help save lives. The blood drive is open to the community from 9:30 a.m. to 2:45 p.m. in...
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JRMC’s Grebel attends homeland security training
Jamestown Regional Medical Center is proud to announce that its own, Dane Grebel, JRMC Support Services manager and emergency preparedness manager, recently completed training offered by the Center for Domestic Preparedness (CDP),...
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Bladder cancer related to smoking and obesity
A visit to the urologist helped one woman heal her bladder. It also helped her quit smoking. Sherri Elliott, Bowdon, N.D., visited her primary care physician in February 2018 when she noticed...
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Nurse took ‘trip of lifetime’ after torn meniscus
One nurse instructor said she couldn’t have hiked with her students in Africa without the care of her medical team after suffering from a torn meniscus. Penny Briese, Edgeley, serves as Assistant...
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Stewart receives JRMC Legend Award
Jamestown Regional Medical Center recently announced Erin Stewart as its most recent Legend Award recipient. The Legend Award is the most prestigious distinction for a JRMC employee. The Legend Award recognizes employees...
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Tom Boerger shares testicular cancer journey
Testicular cancer treatment has changed over time. Today, the survival rate of testicular cancer is greater than 95%. Yet, that wasn’t the case with Tom Boerger received his diagnosis in 1993. Back...
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JRMC welcomes Dr. Robert McMillan
Jamestown Regional Medical Center is proud to welcome Dr. Robert McMillan to the Jamestown medical community. The general surgeon joined Sanford Health – Jamestown in the summer of 2019. Dr. McMillan performs...
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JRMC offers open enrollment advice
Selecting health insurance plans can be ‘sticky.’ That’s why Jamestown Regional Medical Center is offering sweet rolls, spring rolls and other snacks to help educate individuals during the open enrollment period. North...
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Twenty-something? Entrepreneur? Let’s talk open enrollment
The 20s are an exciting time in a person’s life. Many graduate college, get engaged and travel the world. It’s also when certain ages provide additional responsibility, like age 26. Age 26...
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Retiring? Let’s talk open enrollment
Age 65 is when many are close to retiring and beginning endless adventures. Age 65 is also the age when people qualify for Medicare coverage. “You can sign up for Medicare B...
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Falls: 4 reasons to see a specialist for recovery
The holidays are often filled with happy occasions and warm memories. However, snow, ice, slips and falls can hamper a holiday season.
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