JRMC Holiday Debut: a JRMC Gift Shoppe Event
Sometimes, the most heart-warming holiday gift is knowing great care is available when you need it. That’s the goal of the Holiday Debut at Jamestown Regional Medical Center. Everyone who makes a...
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Fire department to pink out for women’s health
The group consists of mostly men, however, women’s health is one of their top priorities. Each year, the 32 members of the Jamestown Rural Fire Department work together to show support for women’s...
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JRMC welcomes Dr. Thomas Erickson
Jamestown Regional Medical Center is proud to welcome Dr. Thomas Erickson to the Jamestown medical community. Sanford Health Family Medicine Physician, Dr. Thomas Erickson, joined Sanford Health – Jamestown in the summer...
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Mammogram: what to do when a loved one refuses
Support is sometimes the best way to prevent cancer, especially if a loved one is hesitant about getting a mammogram. Breast cancer is easier than ever to be detected with technology advances...
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Age 40? Here’s what to expect at your first mammogram
October is breast health month. And, it’s the perfect time to schedule a mammogram. Experts recommend women age 40 and over receive regular mammograms because of the increased risk of developing breast...
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Man up during GROWvember for men’s health
Men’s health below the belt can make a person squeamish, but ignoring symptoms throughout the year – especially during GROWvember- can have a devastating effect. “Silence can be our worst enemy. Talking...
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4 signs of prostate issues
Low flow? Burning sensation? Frequent urination? When it comes to the prostate, a urologist can help. JRMC Urologist Dr. Brent Williams specializes in treating urological diseases. Urology really means treating conditions associated...
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3 signs of testicular cancer
Testicular cancer is a sensitive subject. Doctors most often find testicular cancer in men between the ages of 15 and 30. This disease is easily diagnosed, highly treatable and also almost always curable....
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2 signs of bladder cancer
Bloody or dark urine? It may be bladder cancer. When cells within the bladder grow at an uncontrollable rate, bladder cancer begins. “The first sign of bladder cancer can be blood in...
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Urology: what’s up below-the-belt?
What do kidneys, bladders and prostates all have in common? A urologist treats them. Below the belt health includes most of what a urologist treats. Conditions include disorders of the kidney, urinary...
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Get up and see the urologist during Men’s Health Month
Men’s health below the belt can make a person squeamish, but ignoring real symptoms can have a devastating effect. “Silence can be our worst enemy. Talking about these issues and seeing a...
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JRMC Cancer Center welcomes Dr. Shelby Terstriep
Jamestown Regional Medical Center is proud to welcome an oncologist to its cancer center. Dr. Shelby Terstriep, a medical oncologist from the Sanford Roger Maris Cancer Center, is now at the JRMC...
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Wave of Light provides support for infant loss
Wave of Light is a time for families who’ve experienced infant loss and miscarriage to share in their sorrow and support each other. Wave of Light is an international event, recognized in...
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Jamestown pastor: “Fargo and Bismarck people should travel here for care”
God works in mysterious ways. For one Jamestown pastor, the Lord is speaking to him through broken bones and a shattered wrist. On the morning of July 29, the Rev. Shawn Bowman of...
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No Excuses: 3D mammograms available Saturday, Oct. 26
Taking time off work is often a barrier to care, especially for women charged with both professional and domestic duties. That’s why Jamestown Regional Medical Center is offering a special Saturday No Excuses...
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No Excuses for women’s health
Sometimes, we are our own barrier to care. Since 2015, Central Valley Health and Jamestown Regional Medical Center have collaborated to reduce barriers for women’s health. In that time, more than 100...
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Patients ‘like-o’ it: Liko Lift helps woman maintain strength at JRMC
Life isn’t the same for one retired elementary principal, however, for a few minutes each week, it’s close. Diagnosed with inclusion body myositis, a rare form of muscular dystrophy, Sue Goehring’s muscles...
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JRMC named #32!
The thrice-awarded Best Place to Work in Healthcare earned the No. 32 spot at a nationwide celebration in September. Jamestown Regional Medical Center has received the Best Places to Work award from...
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JRMC physician first in state to earn ABWM wound certification
One Jamestown Regional Medical Center physician received special certification for high-quality wound care. The American Board of Wound Management (ABWM) recognized Dr. Kayla Emter, JRMC Podiatrist/Foot & Ankle Surgeon, as a certified...
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Preventing trips and falls
Recent fall? Accident-prone? Nearly every second each day, a person age 65 and older suffers from a fall within the United States, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. And,...
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College student back on the track after season-ending injury
One college student is ready to race. Kulm High School graduate Jasmine Rascon is ready for cross-country season after an injury at prom sidelined her. The Bemidji State University freshman dislocated two...
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UJ Orange Out in memory of Braunberger
One of the kindest ways to grieve the loss of a loved one is to ensure their memory lives on. The University of Jamestown is doing that through an Orange Out this weekend,...
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No Excuses not to check your breasts
Both men and women have two. But it’s women with a one in eight chance. According to the Cancer Treatment Centers of America, one in eight women will develop invasive breast cancer during...
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Nygord receives Legend Award
Jamestown Regional Medical Center recently announced Cindy Tag Nygord as its most recent Legend Award recipient. The Legend Award is the most prestigious distinction for a JRMC employee. The Legend Award recognizes...
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JRMC Family BirthPlace completes CDC EMPower training initiative
Jamestown Regional Medical Center’s Family BirthPlace is among the first in the nation to successfully complete the EMPower Training initiative. EMPower is a skills-based competency training in evidence-based maternity practices supportive of...
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Q & A with JRMC Orthopedic Nurse Practitioner, Crystal Krapp
A team of four makes up Jamestown Regional Medical Center’s orthopedics team. The team consists of two Orthopedic Surgeons, Dr. Michael T. Dean and Dr. Timothy Volk, as well as Orthopedic Nurse...
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16th Annual Tea for All Seasons
Tea, treats and sweets can help save a life. The Jamestown Regional Medical Center Auxiliary’s Tea for All Seasons is set for 2 p.m. on Tuesday, September 10. The afternoon includes sandwiches,...
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Jamestown woman ready to cheer on Bison after knee surgery
One season ticket holder is ready to cheer on her favorite football team – NDSU Bison, now that her knee pain is under control. Glenda Hust chose Jamestown Regional Medical Center for...
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Jeff Brown grateful for divine healing at JRMC
Seeking relief for pain near his kidneys, one Jamestown man left feeling healed physically, mentally and even spiritually. For four months after a ladder accident, Jeff Brown could not work at his...
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Golf tournament raises record numbers for ANGELS
A child who dies in the womb knows only its parents love. He knows no pain. In support of these families, the 9-hole GOLF “fore” ANGELS tournament benefits infant bereavement care at...
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JRMC Hospice and JAGST to host memorial service
Jamestown Regional Medical Center Hospice along with the Jamestown Area Grief Support Team (JAGST) is hosting a Memorial Service on Tuesday, Aug. 13 at McElroy Park in Jamestown. The service starts at 6:30...
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Blood drive to be held August 8
Jamestown Regional Medical Center is hosting a blood drive on Thursday, Aug. 8 to help save lives. The drive is open to the community from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. in Vitalant’s...
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Golfers raise $20,000 ‘fore’ cancer care
Golfers and golf enthusiasts are making cancer care in Jamestown a hole in one. More than 100 golfers helped raise $20,000 at Jamestown Regional Medical Center’s Golf “FORE” Good event on July...
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After six-day coma, Jamestown woman ready to travel
One Jamestown woman is back to her three-mile walks after six days in a coma and cardiac arrest – a feat she attributes to Jamestown Regional Medical Center. Daphne Vainonen and her...
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Annette Schall: Total knee replacement leads to job
Annette Schall had just moved to the community when she found a place that felt like family. “When you grow up in a small town and move away, you miss knowing people...
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Care “FORE” cancer patients
For the first time since the opening, golfers will take to the course in support of those battling cancer. Jamestown Regional Medical Center’s annual Golf “FORE” Good tournament is set for Friday,...
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How to support someone battling cancer?
In a 60-mile radius, 252 individuals are diagnosed or pass away from cancer each year because of cancer. Today, nearly everyone is affected by cancer in some way. So how do you...
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I’ve got cancer. Now what?
Cancer is a scary disease. And, it can create a wide array of emotions for everyone involved. Cancer can be a little less scary when you know what to do. The JRMC...
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Gurrieri receives Legend Award
Jamestown Regional Medical Center recently announced Anthony Gurrieri 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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How do I receive care at JRMC Cancer Center? Do I need a referral?
Now that comprehensive chemotherapy services are available at Jamestown Regional Medical Center, learning how to access that care is important. Primary care providers or referring doctors are important partners in care. They...
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JRMC Cancer Center: Meet the care team
Cancer care includes more than treatment. It also includes the support and kindness the care team delivers. When Jamestown Regional Medical Center built its new location in southwest Jamestown, it dreamed of...
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JRMC Cancer Center opens
After a Ribbon Cutting Celebration on June 13, 2019, the JRMC Cancer Center saw its first patients on Monday, June 17. The JRMC Cancer Center offers chemotherapy and infusion therapy.
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Thundering Saints along with the Debbie Gabel Memorial Cancer Ride donates $10,000 to support JRMC Cancer Center
Miles matter when a person is sick. For Rocky Gabel, some of the most memorable miles were on his motorcycle. Gabel, of Valley City, created the Thundering Saints motorcycle group in memory...
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Helmsley Charitable Trust grants $500,000 to JRMC Cancer Center
Where people live should not determine their access to high-quality healthcare. That is the philosophy behind one organization’s gift to cancer care at Jamestown Regional Medical Center. The Leona M. and Harry...
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What care does JRMC Cancer Center offer?
Jamestown Regional Medical Center specializes in state-of-the-art care. And in June 2019, JRMC will specialize in a new area – cancer care. Cancer has left very few people untouched. In a 60-mile...
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JRMC Cancer Center to hold ribbon-cutting; first patient set for June 17
Miles matter when a person is sick. The burden of travel can add expense, stress and anxiety to the life of a person who should focus on healing. That is why Jamestown Regional...
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Miles matter for cancer care
When Jamestown Regional Medical Center built its new location in southwest Jamestown, it dreamed of the day we could eliminate miles in the journey to recovery. Miles matter because miles are expensive....
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JRMC recognizes Lisa Schrenk for nursing excellence
For her contributions, teamwork ethics and passion for people, Jamestown Regional Medical Center celebrates Lisa Schrenk, recipient of the 2019 Nora Melvold Paulson Excellence in Leadership Award. The award recognizes a nurse...
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Area students take hands-on approach to healthcare
Risk rooms, elbow splits and suture stitches. Nearly 60 area students experienced hands-on activities, exposing them to careers in healthcare during Scrubs Academy. Jamestown Regional Medical Center hosted its annual academy May 9-10...
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6 ways athletes avoid joint pain
Cross country. Basketball. Football. Volleyball. These are high impact sports played by young athletes, who are more susceptible to joint pain and injuries. Joint pain and injuries can be caused by injuries...
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Hoffman receives Scotty Roberts Award
Jamestown Regional Medical Center is proud to announce that one of its own has received the Scotty Roberts Award. This award was developed by the Upper Plains CardioPulmonary Rehab Association to honor...
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Roaldson receives JRMC Legend Award
Jamestown Regional Medical Center recently announced Registered Nurse MeLisa Roaldson as its most recent Legend Award recipient. The Legend Award is the most prestigious distinction for a JRMC employee. The award recognizes...
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Little patient thankful for big care at JRMC
When one local toddler fell ill, her parents trusted Jamestown Regional Medical Center for her care. Andrea Fayville’s two-year-old, Lou, experienced a severe stomach bug last month. Usually, a lively toddler who...
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Spring Clean, Free Screen
Have you heard? Jamestown Regional Medical Center is offering three days of free hearing, memory and speech screenings. “Communication is the key to a high-quality of life,” said JRMC Audiologist Marissa M. Leese....
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JRMC volunteers donate 7,000+ hours in 2018
Jamestown Regional Medical Center can’t do the work it does without the work of the volunteers, said Mike Delfs, JRMC President & CEO. JRMC presented awards to the 104 JRMC volunteers at...
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How a doctor chooses a doctor
When pain in the knee meant walking and hunting became a challenge, one doctor at Jamestown Regional Medical Center chose another JRMC provider for his care. “There was no question I was...
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JRMC Pharmacy receives safety recognition
Jamestown Regional Medical Center is proud to announce that the JRMC Pharmacy Department received the North Dakota Society of Health-System Pharmacist’s Excellence in Medication Use Safety Award. This award recognizes a specific...
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Why is my big toe swollen? Two signs it might be gout
Editor’s note: Dr. Kayla Emter, podiatrist/foot & ankle surgeon at Jamestown Regional Medical Center, shares information on gout. As a student, Dr. Emter struggled with painful bunions, which required surgery. Form that...
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Spring clean your closet
Editor’s note: Dr. Kayla Emter, podiatrist/foot & ankle surgeon at Jamestown Regional Medical Center, shares tips on how to prevent foot fungus and plantar warts. As a student, Dr. Emter struggled with...
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