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Sidney, Montana (November 20, 2014) – The Richland County Mental Health Local Advisory Council is offering a training session for those interested in learning Mental Health First Aid. The certification is designed to teach people in the general public how to recognize signs and symptoms of a mental health disorder and where and when to get help. Crisis situations that will be covered in the course include suicidal behaviors, acute stress reaction to trauma, panic attacks, acute psychotic b...
Sidney Health Center was presented with the Stroke Recognition Award at the Montana Hospital Association's annual meeting in Billings this fall. The Stroke Recognition Award is sponsored by the Cardiovascular Health Program within the state health department. The Recognition Award singles out Critical Access Hospitals that demonstrate that they have the infrastructure and commitment to provide high quality care for patients with acute stroke. Receiving the Stroke Recognition confirms that...
Sidney Health Center recently acquired a new magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) system from Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. The Vantage Atlas MRI system limits the use of contrast during certain exams, providing safer, more effective care. Typically, MRI exams require an injection of contrast material that may cause side-effects; however, Sidney Health Center now has the ability to perform magnetic resonance angiography (MRA) without contrast when necessary. Using the Vantage Atlas MRI...
On June 1, 2014, Sidney Health Center converted to a new electronic health record (EHR), offering a new opportunity for patients to access their personal medical information via a secure website that is managed by Sanford Health. MyChart is a patient portal that allows patients to participate in their care by accessing a summary of medical information. Patients can request prescription refills, send non-emergent questions to their provider, and have 24-hour access to important health...
On June 1, 2014, Sidney Health Center converted to a new electronic health record (EHR), offering a new opportunity for patients to access their personal medical information via a secure website that is managed by Sanford Health. MyChart is a patient portal that allows patients to participate in their care by accessing a summary of medical information. Patients can request prescription refills, send non-emergent questions to their provider, and have 24-hour access to important health information...
Sidney, Montana (May 23, 2014) – Sidney Health Center has partnered with Sanford Health to provide patients with an integrated state-of-the-art electronic health record (EHR). The agreement provides Sidney Health Center with access to the industry's most advanced electronic health records system, Epic. Sidney Health Center is scheduled to convert from the current Meditech system to the Epic software system at 12:00AM on June 1, 2014. The conversion to Epic will allow Sidney Health Center to m...
Sidney Health Center recently installed a new CT system that will offer patients the highest level of image quality with advanced technologies to reduce radiation dose. The Toshiba Aquillion Prime 160 multi-detector CT system is designed to lower radiation, make exams more comfortable and safer for patients while providing the information required for diagnosis. "We are thrilled to be offering the most advanced CT technology available to the residents of the MonDak region," stated Linda...
Sidney Health Center is pleased to announce that Dr. Jerome Kessler has recently passed his Geriatrics recertification exam. Geriatrics is a subspecialty of medicine that focuses on the health care of older people. While it has been known for many years that the care of older people is different from the care of young people, the formal discipline of Geriatrics did not come into being until the late 1970s. This is important because of "the aging of America" in recent decades. In 2009...
With the Affordable Care Act kicking off in January 2014, Sidney Health Center now has a trained "health navigator" on staff. Kay Johnson, BSW took state and national online training courses last fall to become certified as a navigator. With this designation, Johnson is available to answer questions on the Affordable Care Act and help uninsured community members sign up for new insurance plans. Navigators are individuals who have undergone extensive training on the Affordable Care Act and how to...
Brantley Lane Cvancara was the first baby born at Sidney Health Center in 2014. Shannon Nelson and Chase Cvancara of Cartwright, ND welcomed their baby boy on January 2 at 9:07 a.m. He weighed 7 pounds 7.2 ounces and measured 20 inches long. For being the first baby born at Sidney Health Center in 2014, Brantley and his parents received a gift basket full of baby items valued at more than $350 from the Sidney Health Center Volunteers who staff the Caring Corner Gift Shop and the Good Cents...
Women who undergo routine mammograms at Sidney Health Center now have the latest screening and diagnostic technology available to them. Through a grant in the amount of $512,520 from the Leona M. and Harry B. Helmsley Charitable Center, Sidney Health Center was able to purchase a Selenia® Dimensions® breast tomosynthesis system that is made by Hologic. Additional funds were provided by the Caring Corner Gift Shop and Good Cents Store in the amount of $134,000 to pay for the...
National Research Corporation has selected client Sidney Health Center as a recipient of its 2013 Path to Excellence award. Sidney Health Center was recently recognized at the 19th Annual International Patient-Centered Care Symposium in Baltimore, Maryland. National Research selected Path to Excellence award recipients based on their achievement within categories that patients have identified as being most important to the quality of their care. The award is only bestowed upon those...
The RiverStone Health Eastern Montana Area Health Education Center (AHEC), in conjunction with Sidney Health Center, will hold a Research and Explore Awesome Careers in Healthcare (R.E.A.C.H.) Camp at Sidney Health Center in Sidney on Tuesday, October 22 starting at 8:00 AM. R.E.A.C.H. Camp provides an opportunity for students in grades 9-12 from Richland County to learn about the healthcare field. The Camp includes presentations from healthcare professionals, hands-on activities, and peer interaction. Students will get the opportunity to gain...
The RiverStone Health Eastern Montana Area Health Education Center (AHEC), in conjunction with Sidney Health Center, will hold a Research and Explore Awesome Careers in Healthcare (R.E.A.C.H.) Camp at Sidney Health Center in Sidney on Tuesday, October 22 starting at 8:00 AM. R.E.A.C.H. Camp provides an opportunity for students in grades 9-12 from Richland County to learn about the healthcare field. The Camp includes presentations from healthcare professionals, hands-on activities, and peer interaction. Students will get the opportunity to gain...
Sidney Health Center is pleased to announce the addition of Chastity Edwards, M.D. to the medical staff. Dr. Edwards is a surgical specialist in obstetrics and gynecology and will be joining Dr. Shari Twigg’s practice in late November 2013. Rick Haraldson, Sidney Health Center CEO stated, “We are thrilled to provide additional coverage for our women’s health services with the addition of Dr. Edwards. She will be a great addition to the medical staff and we look forward to having her on staff to help meet the ever-changing needs of our commu...
Women who undergo routine mammograms at Sidney Health Center now have the latest screening and diagnostic technology available to them. Through a grant in the amount of $512,520 from the Leona M. and Harry B. Helmsley Charitable Center, Sidney Health Center was able to purchase a Selenia® Dimensions® breast tomosynthesis system that is made by Hologic. The Selenia Dimensions system offers exceptionally sharp breast images, an advanced ergonomic design providing more patient comfort, and the g...
Sidney Health Center was recently recognized for 20 years of excellence in telemedicine services as a member of the Eastern Montana Telemedicine Network. The Eastern Montana Telemedicine network is a mature telemedicine delivery system, providing the provision of medical care in 37 rural and frontier Montana communities. Currently, medical and mental health services comprise 71% of all network activity. Over 80 specialists and clinicians provide care in 21 specialty areas including: cardiology,...
Sidney Health Center will host its seventh “Live it up!” event for women on Monday, September 9 with a focus on wellness and empowerment. The program for the evening will be “Eat What You Love, Love What You Eat,” empowering women to resolve mindless and emotional eating to live the vibrant life they crave. Once again, the evening promises to be fun, educational and entertaining. The festivities will kick-off at the Richland County Fair Event Center with a vendor fair at 4:30 p.m. featuring various independent distributors offering goods r...
Sidney Health Center is pleased to announce the successful recruit of Andrea Barrett, M.D. Dr. Barrett will join the medical staff in October 2013 as an orthopedic surgeon. Dr. Barrett, who is American Board Certified in Orthopedic Surgery, will be providing full-time orthopedic services to residents living in the MonDak region. As a general orthopedic surgeon, Dr Barrett treats a wide range of cases including upper and lower extremities. She has a special interest in shoulder instability and...
Sidney Health Center will host its seventh “Live it up!” event for women on Monday, September 9 with a focus on wellness and empowerment. The program for the evening will be “Eat What You Love, Love What You Eat,” empowering women to resolve mindless and emotional eating to live the vibrant life they crave. Once again, the evening promises to be fun, educational and entertaining. The festivities will kick off at the Richland County Fair Event Center with a vendor fair at 4:30 p.m. featuri...
Dr. George Scordalakes, Sidney Health Center Pediatrician, and his staff were recently recognized for their efforts to ensure Montana’s children are immunized by two years of age. The Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services Immunization Program presented the AFIX Certificate of Achievement – Healthy People 2012 to Dr. Scordalakes at the Immunization Regional Workshop this spring. Dr. Scordalakes’ practice achieved an 82% coverage rate in 2012. “Although we are happy with this re...
The Richland County Cancer Coalition, sponsored by the Richland County Health Department, is gearing up for the 8th Annual “Best Kept Secret” Bra Auction and requesting community groups, businesses, and individuals to participate by decorating and donating a “theme-related” brassiere. Last year, the event raised nearly $65,000 to help with Phase II of Sidney Health Center’s Cancer Center. Ross Rossaaen from Niehenke Welding won the “Most Supportive” award when his bra creation, entitled “Spike M...
Community members in Richland County may soon be receiving a survey form in their mailbox. This survey will be sent to a random sample of homes within the next couple of weeks which will help Sidney Health Center identify the health services needed in the community. This information will be used for strategic planning, grant applications, new programs, and by community groups interested in addressing health issues. The National Rural Health Resource Center of Duluth, Minnesota is assisting Sidney Health Center in the analysis of local...
Community members in Richland County may soon be receiving a survey form in their mailbox. This survey will be sent to a random sample of homes within the next couple of weeks which will help Sidney Health Center identify the health services needed in the community. This information will be used for strategic planning, grant applications, new programs, and by community groups interested in addressing health issues. The National Rural Health Resource Center of Duluth, Minnesota is assisting Sidney Health Center in the analysis of local...
Area chemotherapy and IV therapy patients started utilizing the new treatment bays in the Cancer Care suite at Sidney Health Center in October 2012. Thanks to many people who donated to the Foundation for Community Care’s Cancer Care Campaign, construction of Phase II became a reality for cancer patients and survivors who had indicated the project should be a high-priority in a 2011 assessment. A large anonymous donation to the Foundation made it possible for Sidney Health Center to start the b...
