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Healthcare Speakers Series to Feature Dr. Holm

Tuesday, December 04, 2018
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The Prairie Lakes Healthcare Foundation is pleased to announce an upcoming Healthcare Speakers Series Event featuring the “Prairie Doc”, Dr. Richard Holm. Dr. Holm’s presentation is titled “The Fear of Death is Dangerous for Your Health”; he will also talk about his new book, “Life’s Final Season: A Guide for…

Diabetes Friendly Recipes for Thanksgiving

Thursday, November 15, 2018
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The holidays bring comfort and joy... but they may also bring unwanted, added weight. This season our dietitians have you covered with delicious, healthy recipes. In honor of November being Diabetes Awareness Month, all recipes are diabetes friendly.  Meal: Herb-Roasted Turkey, Half-Mashed Potatoes, Stuffed Brussel Sprout Bites, and Sage Stuffing:…

National Rural Health Day

Thursday, November 15, 2018
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November 15th is National Rural Health Day! Prairie Lakes Healthcare System is dedicated to keeping our rural region healthy. Did you know we work collaboratively with critical access hospitals in the region to provide care to rural areas? Check out our services by community below. Services by Community: Prairie Lakes…

Prairie Lakes Upgrades Cath Lab

Monday, November 12, 2018
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Prairie Lakes Healthcare System recently upgraded its cath lab. The cath lab was established in 2007 and offers life saving cardiac care. The upgrade to the equipment installed the latest and greatest technology, which will allow the cardiologists high quality imaging at much lower radiation levels. A cath lab is…

What is sepsis?

Saturday, November 10, 2018
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According to the Center for Disease Control (CDC), more than 7 million people get sepsis each year in the U.S and about 270,000 die from sepsis each year. Sepsis death can be prevented with rapid diagnosis and treatment. Sepsis is a life threatening illness caused by your body's response to an infection.  Sepsis…

The future is now... open Featured

Tuesday, October 30, 2018
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The Prairie Lakes Specialty Clinic opened for patient appointments on Monday, October 29, 2018. Specialty services in the clinic include cardiology, dermatology, general surgery, nephrology, pulmonology and urology.  The clinic includes a lab, adding convenience for many patients needing those services in conjunction with their clinic appointment. Physical therapy, occupational…

Physical Therapist Achieves Pain Certification

Monday, September 24, 2018
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Prairie Lakes Healthcare System announces a Therapeutic Pain Specialist certification completion of Physical Therapist, Eric Fjeldheim of Prairie Lakes Rehabilitation Services. Fjeldheim’s certification as a Therapeutic Pain Specialist broadens therapy services available to rehab patients. Fjeldheim completed a rigorous six month research based curriculum that resulted in advanced clinical competency…

Prairie Lakes Welcomes New Cardiologist

Friday, September 14, 2018
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Prairie Lakes Healthcare System welcomes Steven Miller, MD, Cardiologist. He joins Prairie Lakes Cardiology staff; including, Evelio Garcia, MD, Salem Maaliki, MD, and Jacklyn Karli, CNP. “I look forward to contribute to the growing need for cardiology services at Prairie Lakes Healthcare System,” said Dr. Miller.  “We want to provide…

Prairie Lakes Specialty Clinic Open Date

Thursday, September 06, 2018
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Prairie Lakes Healthcare System broke ground October 25, 2016 on a $40 million expansion project on the hospital campus. The campus has seen significant changes over the past two years; including a new 65,000 square foot clinic building, an east entrance canopy, and helipad relocation. Prairie Lakes is pleased to…

Digital Radiology (DR) Upgrade

Friday, August 31, 2018
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Prairie Lakes Radiology has been busy with a Digital Radiology (DR) upgrade this last year. “The DR imaging service enhancements touch all of our general radiology patients,” said Jenna Hulscher, PACS Administrator. “We have created a more comfortable and convenient imaging experience for many of our PLHS patients with the ability…