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JRMC Auxiliary to hold salad luncheon on May 1, 2019 at Temple Baptist Church in Jamestown, N.D.

Posted On April 17, 2019 / Posted in Events

JRMC Auxiliary to host salad luncheon

’Lettuce’ fight cancer together. Jamestown Regional Medical Center’s Auxiliary is holding a fun event to fight cancer. The salad luncheon is set for Wednesday, May 1, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m....

JRMC Wound & Hyperbaric Center patient, Nancy Bader, shares her story and fight against Scleroderma.

Posted On April 16, 2019 / Posted in JRMC News

Scleroderma: Nancy Bader fights the battle

What some see as a disease that removes wrinkles and tans skin, others see it as slow mummification. Doctors diagnosed Nancy Bader with Diffuse Systemic Sclerosis 10 years ago – a type...

Time to purchase shoes? JRMC Podiatrist/Foot & Ankle Surgeon, Dr. Kayla Emter, shares tips on how to purchase children's shoes.

Posted On April 12, 2019 / Posted in JRMC News

How to shop for children’s shoes

Editor’s note: Dr. Kayla Emter, podiatrist/foot & ankle surgeon at Jamestown Regional Medical Center, shares tips on how to shop for children’s shoes. As a student, Dr. Emter struggled with painful bunions,...

It's time to get up and see a urologist this Growvember. Going to the bathroom frequently? Lacking energy? Blood in urine? Schedule direct: (701) 952-4878.

Posted On April 9, 2019 / Posted in JRMC News

One step ahead: how to reduce pain in your feet

Editor’s note: Dr. Kayla Emter, podiatrist/foot & ankle surgeon at Jamestown Regional Medical Center, shares tips on how to reduce pain in your feet. As a student, Dr. Emter struggled with painful...

JRMC Podiatrist/Foot & Ankle Surgeon, Dr. Kayla Emter shares how ill-fitting shoes can have lasting impacts and how to prevent discomfort, calluses, blisters and deformities.

Posted On April 4, 2019 / Posted in JRMC News

If the shoes fit, wear them (even if they aren’t the cutest)

Editor’s note: Dr. Kayla Emter, podiatrist/foot & ankle surgeon at Jamestown Regional Medical Center, shares tips on shoes. As a student, Dr. Emter struggled with painful bunions, which required surgery. Form that...

JRMC President & CEO, Mike Delfs, shares his journey from CNA to CEO.

Posted On April 2, 2019 / Posted in JRMC News

CMA to CEO: Meet Mike Delfs

Chief Executive Officer Mike Delfs joined Jamestown Regional Medical Center in spring 2019. Delfs is a Langdon, N.D., native with many years of experience in the Upper Midwest. He began his career...

Posted On March 29, 2019 / Posted in Foundation

Auxiliary’s Spring Bazaar on April 5

Jamestown Regional Medical Center’s Auxiliary is welcoming the new season with a fun event. The annual Spring Bazaar is set for Friday, April 5 from 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. To clarify, the...

JRMC Nutrition Services, Elayne Hartman, received JRMC's most prestigious award, The Legend Award.

Posted On March 28, 2019 / Posted in Awards

Hartman receives JRMC Legend Award

Jamestown Regional Medical Center recently announced Elayne Hartman 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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Blood drive at JRMC on April 9

Jamestown Regional Medical Center is hosting a blood drive on Tuesday, Apr. 9 to help save lives. The blood drive is open to the community from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. in...

JRMC Podiatrist/Foot & Ankle Surgeon, Dr. Rachael Renschler treated Jamestown Fire Chief, Jim Reuther, for his feet.

Posted On March 21, 2019 / Posted in JRMC News

Cheers from the fire Chief: Jim Reuther thanks JRMC

It was an icy December day two years ago when the Jamestown Fire Chief injured himself during a Christmas fire call. Jim Reuther joined the Jamestown Fire Department in 1989 and was...

JRMC Cancer Center Ribbon Cutting Ceremony is June 13, 2019. JRMC Cancer Center opens June 13, 2019 in Jamestown, N.D.

Posted On March 20, 2019 / Posted in Foundation

JRMC Cancer Center opens June 2019

It’s official. Cancer care is coming to Jamestown. With the help of supporters and staff, partners in design and construction, Jamestown Regional Medical Center announced Tuesday that it had set the date...

JRMC celebrated its Top 100 Critical Access Hospital designation and other awards it has received.

Posted On March 19, 2019 / Posted in Awards

JRMC celebrates Top 100 designation

Awards are something to celebrate, said new Jamestown Regional Medical Center CEO, Mike Delfs. So, to acknowledge employees, JRMC held a “100 ways to say ‘thank you’” celebration. For the sixth year...

JRMC nurses donate 646 scrub uniforms to countries in need.

Posted On February 18, 2019 / Posted in JRMC News

JRMC nurses donate scrubs to countries in need

Knowing medical professionals around the world are in need of supplies and uniforms, JRMC employees donated scrubs to nurses in need. JRMC nurses collected 646 uniform pieces between May and November. Nursing...

Reuben and Clarice M. Liechty donated $100,000 to the JRMC Cancer Center in February 2019.

Posted On February 15, 2019 / Posted in Events

Liechty couple donate to JRMC Cancer Center

The Jamestown Regional Medical Center Cancer Center received its biggest Giving Hearts Day gift in history, thanks to Reuben and Clarice M. Liechty, said Interim President & CEO Trisha Jungels. Philanthropists and...

JRMC set a new Giving Hearts Day record this year. JRMC raised $213,153.

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$200,000 raised on Giving Hearts Day

With the help of major donors and hundreds of community members, Jamestown Regional Medical Center set a new Giving Hearts Day record. To clarify, Giving Hearts Day is a 24-hour, online giving...

Image during NYNY week 5. Dr. W. Thomas Coombe treats conditions relating to the ear, nose and throat, including ear infections.

Posted On February 14, 2019 / Posted in JRMC News

NYNY week 5 is over: don’t get sick now

Congratulations to team Get ‘ER done, the top point earner for New Year, New You challenge week five. Team Get ‘ER done includes seven participants from Jamestown Regional Medical Center’s Emergency Department.

JRMC received the designation of Top 100 Critical Access Hospitals within the United States for 2019.

Posted On February 7, 2019 / Posted in Awards

JRMC named 2019 Top 100 Critical Access Hospital

For the sixth year in a row, Jamestown Regional Medical Center has been named one of the Top 100 Critical Access Hospitals within the United States. JRMC was awarded by iVantage Health...

Period. Stretch to reduce the risk of carpal tunnel caused by joints, tendons, ligaments and carpals going through wear and tear.

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Stretch during NYNY week 5

Congratulations to team Get ‘ER done, the top point earner for New Year, New You challenge week four. Team Get ‘ER done includes seven participants from Jamestown Regional Medical Center’s Emergency Department. NYNY is...

An essential role of Vitamin D is to absorb calcium which promotes bone health and growth, said JRMC Podiatrist/ Foot & Ankle Surgeon, Dr. Kayla Emter.

Posted On January 24, 2019 / Posted in JRMC News

Vitamin D promoted during NYNY Week 2 for bone health

Congratulations to team Get ‘ER done, the top point earner for New Year, New You challenge week two. Team Get ‘ER done includes seven participants from the Emergency Department at Jamestown Regional...

JRMC is the first hospital in North Dakota to offer HBOT (hyperbaric oxygen therapy). HBOT therapy helps fight infections, heal wounds and treat conditions.

Posted On January 17, 2019 / Posted in JRMC News

First HBOT in North Dakota – NYNY week 2

Congratulations to The Slimsons, the top point earner for New Year, New You challenge week one. The Slimsons includes two participants in the Friends & Family category. NYNY is an eight-week wellness challenge....

Slow to heal? The JRMC Wound Center uses evidence-based clinical pathways to treat patients. And, it's working. The average time to heal a chronic wound is 21 days.

Posted On January 16, 2019 / Posted in JRMC News

Slow to heal? 4 ways to help heal

For patients living with a chronic wound, everyday activities can be a battle. Without proper treatment, patients may suffer for years without any improvement. Or even worse, may face amputation. “We understand...

Image of Dick Christensen before he obtained an eight-inch wound below his knee that needed wound care from the JRMC Wound Center in 2018.

Posted On January 12, 2019 / Posted in JRMC News

Christensen: leg saved after wound care

One Jamestown man just wanted a few more hours of sleep. Instead, he received months of care at Jamestown Regional Medical Center. The batteries in Dick Christensen’s smoke detector died around 4...

JRMC New Year, New You 2019 wellness challenge begins Jan. 6. Registration ends Friday, Dec. 28.

Posted On January 10, 2019 / Posted in JRMC News

Week 1: NYNY challenges participants to set wellness goals

The new year is here. So is Jamestown’s New Year, New You wellness challenge. The eight-week wellness challenge encourages participants to develop positive lifestyle changes. Each week, Jamestown Regional Medical Center has...

Image of JRMC Plant Operations employee, Dann Holm, receiving the Legend Award for his compassionate nature.

Posted On January 8, 2019 / Posted in Awards

Holm receives Legend Award

Jamestown Regional Medical Center announced Dann Holm as its most recent Legend Award recipient. The Legend Award is the most prestigious distinction for a JRMC employee. And, it recognizes employees who exceed...

Family from Kulm, N.D. welcomes it's first baby of 2019 at JRMC.

Posted On January 2, 2019 / Posted in JRMC News

Kulm couple welcomes New Year’s baby

Baby Julia Bushard, Kulm, may have a lifetime of sports in her future if her dad has anything to do with it. Jaydenle Bushard, Kulm, said he plans to introduce his daughter...

JRMC announced Mike Delfs as its new CEO. Delfs begins March 1, 2019.

Posted On December 17, 2018 / Posted in JRMC News

JRMC hires new CEO

Jamestown Regional Medical Center announced today that Michael Delfs has been named CEO, effective this spring. Delfs is a Langdon, N.D., native with many years of experience in the Upper Midwest. He...

JRMC Occupational Therapists offer home visits and much more to patients. Schedule an appointment direct: (701) 952-4800.

Posted On December 14, 2018 / Posted in Providers & Services

Occupational therapy: 3 reasons to have a home visit

Feel happy, mobile and safe after a home visit from an occupational therapist. Occupational therapy (OT) helps an individual to recover or maintain daily living and work skills. For instance, individuals may include...

(L to R): Marcie Marler Maier, Marla Wegner and Pamela Enger, as well as other employees and local physicians were recognized for their years of service with JRMC.

Posted On December 13, 2018 / Posted in Awards

JRMC celebrities recognized for service

Jamestown Regional Medical Center recognized local celebrities for their more than 500 years of service. JRMC held its annual Celebrity Celebration at Shady’s Restaurant & Lounge on Nov. 30. Employees and providers...

JRMC offers quality healthcare in one local location for all injuries that result from a slip, trip or fall.

Posted On December 6, 2018 / Posted in JRMC News

Feel better after injuries: 3 reasons to #CountOnJRMC

Icy injuries are common this time of year. And, slips on the sidewalk can lead to trips to the emergency rooms. As a result, these accidents can lead to missed time at...

Posted On November 24, 2018 / Posted in Events

JRMC to hold blood drive

Jamestown Regional Medical Center is hosting a blood drive on Thursday, Dec. 6 to help save lives. The blood drive is open to the community from 9:30 a.m. to 3:45 p.m. in...

Selecting health insurance plans can be ‘sticky.’ That’s why JRMC is offering free advice to help educate individuals during the open enrollment period.

Posted On November 14, 2018 / Posted in JRMC News

Let’s Roll: Open Enrollment insurance advice available at JRMC

Selecting health insurance plans can be ‘sticky.’ That’s why Jamestown Regional Medical Center is offering caramel rolls, cinnamon rolls and other sticky treats to help educate individuals during the Open Enrollment period....

Holiday Debut is a JRMC Gift Shoppe Event that raises fund for patient care at JRMC.

Posted On November 13, 2018 / Posted in Foundation

JRMC Holiday Debut raises $2,600 for patient care

An early start to holiday gift-giving resulted in the gift of patient care. JRMC’s Holiday Debut raised $2,652 for equipment, technology and patient needs, said Mary Engels, JRMC Volunteer Coordinator. “The money recieved at...

Image of Tim Nill of Nill Construction, Inc. Tim shares his PSA on PSAs regarding his prostate cancer.

Posted On November 10, 2018 / Posted in JRMC News

Prostate Cancer: Tim Nill’s PSA on PSAs

Men’s health. Prostate checks. Biopsies. They’re like cheap thrills. I make jokes because if we don’t laugh, we cry. My name is Tim Nill. Three years ago, doctors diagnosed me with prostate...

Jamestown Regional Medical Center offers six different biopsy types to diagnose cancer.

Posted On October 25, 2018 / Posted in JRMC News

Cancer: 6 biopsies offered at JRMC

Cancer impacts people of all ages. When a physician suspects cancer, the only way to diagnose it is through a biopsy. Biopsies involve removing a small portion of tissue or fluid and...

Posted On October 22, 2018 / Posted in JRMC News

Top 11 reasons to see an OB/GYN. Period.

Expecting moms. Adolescent girls. Post-menopausal women. Wellness is important for women in all stages of life. Period. A gynecologist treats patients with female reproductive organs. The visit may be uncomfortable, but it’s...

Image of Linda Gutschmidt and her family. Linda shares her breast cancer journey that she recently ventured through.

Posted On October 18, 2018 / Posted in JRMC News

Breast cancer: the Linda Gutschmidt journey

Editor’s note: Cancer impacts everyone. And Linda was one of them. Linda Gutschmidt shares her cancer journey as part of Breast Cancer Awareness month. This is her story. These last few months...

What's normal? It's recommended that women begin receiving regular Pap tests beginning at age 21.

Posted On October 17, 2018 / Posted in JRMC News

0: number of excuses not to get a Pap test

Cervical cancer is the fourth most common cancer in women worldwide. It can impact women of all ages. Nevertheless, one of the barriers to care is often fear or anxiety. “In this...

JRMC Gynecologist & Obstetrician, Dr. Bailey Runkles, shares 9 common questions that most women ask their gynecologist.

Posted On October 15, 2018 / Posted in JRMC News

9 most common questions women ask their gynecologist

Is this normal? A gynecologist treats patients with female reproductive organs. The visit may be uncomfortable, but it’s important to a woman’s overall health. During any visit, speak openly and honestly about common...

Image. Pap tests and HPV tests can flag early signs of cervical changes. If detected early, the chances of successful treatment are high. It is recommended that women receive Pap tests starting at age 21.

Posted On October 13, 2018 / Posted in JRMC News

Cervical Cancer: 4 reasons to get a Pap and HPV test

Cervical cancer can impact women of all ages. Cervical cancer is primarily caused by infection of human papillomavirus, otherwise known as HPV. Some strains of HPV cause cell changes on a woman’s...

Posted On October 12, 2018 / Posted in Events

JRMC Holiday Debut: a JRMC Gift Shoppe Event

Not all gifts are wrapped in paper. Give the gift of local care this holiday season. Everyone who makes a purchase at Jamestown Regional Medical Center’s Holiday Debut gives twice. JRMC is...

Posted On October 11, 2018 / Posted in Events

Business After Hours: a JRMC Community update set for Oct. 24

The community can count on Jamestown Regional Medical Center. JRMC is hosting Business After Hours: a JRMC Community Update on Wednesday, October 24 at 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. The hospital will...

Image. JRMC Gynecologist & Obstetrician, Dr. Bailey Runkles, shares questions women should ask their gynecologist about.

Posted On October 10, 2018 / Posted in JRMC News

Breast health: 4 questions to ask your gynecologist

One in eight. That is the number of women that will develop invasive breast cancer during their lifetime, according to Cancer Treatment Centers of America. Women of all ages should establish a...

Posted On October 6, 2018 / Posted in JRMC News

3 little shots: human papillomavirus vaccine can save a child’s life

Human papillomavirus (HPV) causes cervical cancer among women. Human papillomavirus can not only cause cervical cancer, but also genital warts in men and women. According to the Centers for Disease Control and...

JRMC Home Health Nurse, Amber Dockter, received the Legend Award for exceeding expectations and being THE difference in the lives of those around her.

Posted On October 5, 2018 / Posted in Awards

Dockter receives Legend Award

Jamestown Regional Medical Center recently announced Amber Dockter as its most recent Legend Award recipient. The Legend Award is the most prestigious distinction for a JRMC employee. The Legend Award recognizes employees...

JRMC Family BirthPlace is holding its Wave of Light balloon release and candle lighting ceremony on Monday, October 15th, at St. John's Lutheran Church.

Posted On October 4, 2018 / Posted in Events

Wave of Light provides ocean of support

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...

American Board of Wound Management, ABWM, recognized Dr. Kayla Emter, JRMC Podiatrist/Foot & Ankle Surgeon, as a certified wound specialist physician, CWSP.

Posted On October 2, 2018 / Posted in JRMC News

Second podiatric surgeon joins JRMC podiatry team

Jamestown Regional Medical Center is pleased to welcome Kayla Emter, DPM, to the podiatry team. Dr. Emter specializes in the conservative and surgical management of conditions of the foot and ankle. She...

JRMC Rehabilitation department to hold CarFit event for area drivers on Thursday, Oct. 11.

Posted On October 1, 2018 / Posted in Events

CarFit: JRMC Rehab to hold for drivers

CarFit is coming to Jamestown to offer area drivers to see how their cars ‘fit’ them. Jamestown Regional Medical Center’s Rehabilitation department is holding a CarFit event on Thursday, Oct. 11, from 2...

Jamestown resident Blake Bond, with his brother and nieces, pledges a gift to the JRMC Cancer Center.,

Posted On September 28, 2018 / Posted in Events

JRMC Cancer Center event raises $85,000

As construction kicks off, the JRMC Cancer Center nears its fundraising goal. The community raised more than $85,000 for local cancer care at the JRMC Cancer Center Mile Marker 256: a Private...

Image of Nenow Auction auctioning off Mile Marker 256 signs at the Journey to Mile 256 cancer fundraiser.

Posted On September 27, 2018 / Posted in Events

JRMC Cancer Center construction to begin Monday

The dream is coming true, said Trisha Jungels. Construction for the Jamestown Regional Medical Center Cancer Center begins Monday, Oct. 1. Jungels, JRMC’s Chief Nursing Officer and Interim Chief Executive Officer, said...

JRMC to hold No Excuses event for mammograms and pap smears on October 23 and 24, 2018.

Posted On September 11, 2018 / Posted in Events

No Excuses offers pap smears and mammograms to reduce barriers to women’s care

Even with insurance, some women can’t afford mammograms and pap smears. However, local community healthcare partners are working to fix that. Each year, Central Valley Health, North Dakota Women’s Way, Jamestown Regional...

JRMC made the Prairie Business “50 Best Place to Work” list. It highlights organizations that offer great benefits, workplace culture and employee morale.

Posted On September 9, 2018 / Posted in Awards

JRMC named a 50 Best Place to Work

Jamestown Regional Medical Center recently made the Prairie Business “50 Best Place to Work” list. The list highlights organizations in the northern plains that provide their employees with great benefits, workplace culture...

JRMC Auxiliary to hold 15th Annual Tea for All Seasons.

Posted On September 1, 2018 / Posted in Events

JRMC Auxiliary 15th Annual Tea for All Seasons

Tea, treats and sweets can help save a life. Jamestown Regional Medical Center Auxiliary’s annual Tea for All Seasons is set for 2 p.m. on Tuesday, September 11. Tea for All Seasons includes sandwiches,...

Devary begins career change at JRMC after son's care experience with Dr. Timothy Volk, orthopedic surgeon, rehabilitation, radiology and emergency room.

Posted On August 29, 2018 / Posted in JRMC News

Unexpected change from one broken arm

One mom did not expect a career change when her son fell off his bike. Her then 3-year-old son, Xander, loved all things dinosaurs and fossils, as well as playing outside and...

JRMC Journey to Mile Mark 256: a Private Debute, is a cancer center gala fundraisers.

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JRMC Cancer Center gala fundraisers

When Jamestown Regional Medical Center built its new location in southwest Jamestown, it dreamed of the day that cancer treatment would be available in Jamestown. To make that dream a reality, the JRMC...

Image of Crystal Krapp, APRN, DNP-C, the newest addition to the JRMC orthopedics team.

Posted On August 27, 2018 / Posted in JRMC News

Krapp joins JRMC orthopedic team

Jamestown Regional Medical Center is pleased to welcome Crystal Krapp, APRN, DNP-C to the orthopedics team. Krapp joined JRMC in 2007. She worked as a registered nurse in departments including Family BirthPlace,...

Image of JRMC Wound Center staff with patient, Kirk Ohlheiser, after he received HBOT treatment to reduce his bladder hemorrhage.

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HBOT reduces bladder hemorrhage

One Bismarck man said he’s grateful for the care he received in little Jamestown. Kirk Ohlheiser has lived most of his adult life in Bismarck and Fargo. However, when he needed specialty...

Image of JRMC Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Michael T. Dean, presenting donation to Carrington Daily Bread representative.

Posted On August 25, 2018 / Posted in JRMC News

JRMC Carrington Clinic donates to Carrington Daily Bread

Miles matter when a person is sick. They also matter when a person is hungry. That’s why the JRMC Carrington Clinic hosted a Cookout in August. More than 120 people attended the...

Image. JRMC Ear, Nose & Throat specialist Dr. W. Thomas Coombe treats patients of all ages for many illnesses, including sleep apnea and tonsillectomies.

Posted On August 22, 2018 / Posted in JRMC News

Are your student’s sleep habits ready for back-to-school?

Back-to-school time often reminds parents of the notebooks and pencils. But, it should also remind parents of a child’s health and sleep habits.

Image of Dr. Mandy and Dave Sorlie Family, founders of the ANGELS Fund at GOLF "fore" ANGELS tournament.

Posted On August 17, 2018 / Posted in Foundation

Golf tournament raises record numbers for ANGELS

A child who dies in the womb knows only its parents love. He knows no pain. Those were the words of the Rev. Jeffrey Wald, St. James Basilica, at Jamestown Regional Medical...

Image. JRMC Podiatrist/Foot & Ankle Surgeon, Dr. Rachael Renschler, provides 5 tips on back-to-school shoe shopping.

Posted On August 16, 2018 / Posted in JRMC News

5 back-to-school shoe shopping tips

Backpacks. Pencils. Rulers. Back-to-school means more than shopping for school supplies. It means checking shoes to ensure they will work for gym and the playground. The American Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Society...