News and Blog

March is Registered Dietitian Month

Wednesday, March 08, 2023
Published in Health & Wellness Blog
Prairie Lakes Healthcare System we have a fabulous team of RDNs including Mallory P., Sara B., Becky S., and Megan B. pictured here. We asked them the difference between a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) and a Nutritionist and here is what we found out: A credential is a professional qualification…

Pediatric ENT Services with Rachel Leiseth, PA- Prairie Lakes Ear, Nose & Throat Clinic

Thursday, March 02, 2023
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March is Pediatric ENT Awareness month so we sat down with Physicians' Assistant, Rachel Leiseth from the Prairie Lakes Ear, Nose & Throat Clinic to find out more about the ENT services we provide, specific to pediatric patients. 

Prairie Lakes Introduces The Pain Science Center

Thursday, February 23, 2023
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Prairie Lakes Healthcare System (PLHS) is proud to announce the Specialty Clinic is enhancing services for the care of patients with pain conditions. Patients can now make appointments with the Pain Science Center at Prairie Lakes Specialty Clinic located within Rehabilitation Services. The Pain Science Center is an option for…

Heart Failure Program Q&A

Wednesday, February 22, 2023
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Jacklyn Karli, DNP at Prairie Lakes Cardiology answered some commonly asked questions about heart failure and the Heart Failure Program at Prairie Lakes Healthcare System.  What is the Heart Failure Program at Prairie Lakes? Prairie Lakes offers both an inpatient and outpatient heart failure program, where individuals will receive specialized…

Prairie Lakes Clinics Closing Due to Weather

Tuesday, February 21, 2023
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Due to inclement and impending weather, the Prairie Lakes Specialty Clinic, Cancer Center, and ENT Clinic at Mallard Pointe will be closing at noon Wednesday, February 22nd and will be closed Thursday, February 23rd. Cardiac Rehab and Wound Clinic will be closed February 22nd and 23rd. Home Care and Hospice…

Meet Our Ladies Night Out Keynote Speaker: Leslie Morgan Steiner

Thursday, February 16, 2023
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Leslie Morgan Steiner is this year's keynote of Ladies Night Out 2023 and she is looking forward to sharing some valuable advice on the importance of self care and making your physical health a priority, especially as women age.  Leslie is a New York Times best-selling author, TedTalk veteran, columnist…

Keeping Score of Heart Disease

Thursday, February 09, 2023
Published in Health & Wellness Blog
Heart disease is the leading cause of death in America and throughout the world.  Each year, one in three deaths in America is related to heart disease.  Many of these deaths are preventable and, just like colon cancer and breast cancer, heart disease has an inexpensive and easy to administer screening…

The Acid Reflux Center at Prairie Lakes is Here for You!

Thursday, February 09, 2023
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Have you been up at night with heartburn and can't get a good night's sleep? Occasional indigestion after enjoying a spicy dish is fairly common. However, chronic pain and discomfort making it difficult to live your ordinary life may mean there is something more serious going on and it's time…

Prairie Lakes Healthcare System Announces New President and CEO

Monday, February 06, 2023
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Following a nation-wide Chief Executive Officer (CEO) search, the Prairie Lakes Healthcare System Board of Directors announces the appointment of John Allen as President and CEO.  Allen will begin at Prairie Lakes on February 27, 2023, and will replace Paul Macek, who was hired in August 2021 as Interim CEO…

Celebrating American Heart Month - Prairie Lakes Cares For Your Heart

Friday, February 03, 2023
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February 3rd is National Wear Red Day® and Prairie Lakes Cardiology is wearing red to bring greater attention to heart disease as a leading cause of death for Americans. Throughout February, we put a big focus on heart health. The National Heart Lung and Blood Institite (NHLBI) shares: Prioritzing your…