Occupational Therapy (OT) and hand therapy are specialized areas of therapy that focuses on helping people of all ages improve or recover the skills necessary to complete their daily activities or “occupations”. These occupations include self cares, career and productive tasks, and social/leisure skills. Whether you are recovering after an…

When you see a person in the hallways at Prairie Lakes Healthcare System with a bright blue coat on, be sure to say hello. They are a member of our volunteer department who collectively and selflessly donated 21,542 hours of service to Prairie Lakes Healthcare System in 2018. Departments which utilize…

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“Going to rehab is not something you want to do, but the physical therapists at Prairie Lakes make it fun,” said Jennika. “My parents and I are glad my meniscus tear was repaired right here in Watertown by Dr. Johnston (with Glacial Lakes Orthopaedics) and that sports medicine therapy is…

Prairie Lakes Healthcare System recognizes the vital importance of keeping our OB patients safe and secure. The Maternal Child Health (MCH) department is increasing security by installing an intercom system outside of it's west doors. Patients and guests will need to utilize the new 2nd floor intercom system outside of…

Prairie Lakes Healthcare System welcomes Occupational Therapist, Lynae Petersen to the Prairie Lakes Rehabilitation Staff. Petersen serves patients of all ages needing inpatient, outpatient, and in-home occupational therapy. Petersen received her Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy from the University of Mary. She enjoys being outdoors, assisting on the farm, riding…

Our rehab team is here for orthopaedic patients like Chuck. Helping them become healthier, happier, stronger. Physical therapists develop individualized exercise programs, which helps patients achieve the quickest optimum functional level. Physical therapy services focus on improving gross motor skills; such as walking, joint motion, strength, and transfer skills.  …

Sharon Herman is a long time volunteer at Prairie Lakes Healthcare System. She even helped pass out bags at the Specialty Clinic Grand Opening! The Watertown Community Foundation honored Sharon at an annual fundraiser for all of her amazing contributions to the community through the gift of her volunteered time and…

“I am proud that the excellent care our employees and providers offer to the community of Watertown and surrounding region is being recognized by the National Rural Health Association for the third time in recent history,” said K.C. DeBoer, President & CEO.

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