Brain & Spine Archives - Sanford Health News

stent graft: Dr. Patrick Kelly performs an abdominal aortic aneurysm repair wearing a glowing head lamp and surgical mask. A computer screen is behind him and nurses stand beside him.

Sanford Health launches startup program in 2020

Commercialization team helps employee inventors open their own businesses

Carson Walker ⋅ 10 min read

Dr. Thomas Haldis, co-inventor of the Stroke Guide Catheter

Physicians turn stroke invention into startup company

Carson Walker ⋅ 8 min read

Alyssa Bossman in hospital bed awaiting surgery.

Brain tumor just a temporary setback for USD senior

Mick Garry ⋅ 10 min read

Blue ilustration of human brain on white background with dots and lines respresenting overstimulation

Neuropsychologist invents ‘brain break’ cap at Sanford

Carson Walker ⋅ 8 min read

Stroke victim saved by quick-thinking neighbor

Mick Garry ⋅ 4 min read

Dr. Gautam Sachdeva with PPE on.

Strokes and COVID-19: What you need to know about symptoms

Doctors are discovering coronavirus can affect all organs, including your brain

Mick Garry ⋅ 7 min read

Asian woman in 60s embracing her mid-30s daughter who is fighting cancer and is wearing a headcovering. They are seated on a couch and have contemplative expressions.

For chronic illness patients, flu shots even more important

There are many reasons, including avoiding influenza, to get a flu shot

Mick Garry ⋅ 6 min read

Full length of two female cyclists enjoying mountain biking together in the forest.

Keep your vascular health in good shape

Know your risk for vascular disease and whether you're due for a screening

Ashley Schwab ⋅ 9 min read

Adult soccer player in orange uniform prepares to hit soccer ball with his head at outdoor match. One teammate and two opponents run toward him in the background.

Neuropsychologist plays vital role in concussion recovery

Dr. Josefine Combs helps athletes and other patients after head injury

Mick Garry ⋅ 8 min read

A high school student speaks in a lab with a Sanford Health athletic trainer while both wear face masks during the COVID-19 pandemic.

High school wrestler returns to the mat after concussion

Return-to-play plan included physical, occupational and speech therapy

Jon Berg ⋅ 6 min read

Out-of-state veteran finds support in Sanford, community

Life-saving aneurysm procedure, month-long recovery bolstered by veterans groups

Simon Floss ⋅ 8 min read

High school basketball players from opposing teams fight for the ball inside a gymnasium.

Sports psychologist helps athletes build healthy attitudes

Dr. Josefine Combs, a former athlete herself, promotes the power of resilience

Mick Garry ⋅ 10 min read

A male and female teen hold smartphones as they talk. A family media plan can help keep kids from using screens too much.

Delay kids’ smartphone use, pediatrician advises

Family media plan can help limit screen time, protect kids' health

Jane Thaden Lawson ⋅ 4 min read

A family photo of Cory Olson, who works as a physician assistant at Sanford Health

Sanford Chip would have prevented misery after back surgery

Cory Olson grateful genetic test can help patients avoid reaction to medication

Jane Thaden Lawson ⋅ 9 min read

An elderly woman's hands rest in her lap, while a hospital bracelet sits on her wrist

Delirium disrupts patients’ lives, but it may be prevented

Learn what hospitals are doing to thwart this common state of confusion

Jane Thaden Lawson ⋅ 10 min read

Healthy 20-year-old suffers stroke due to a common condition

Jon Berg ⋅ 6 min read

Strokes and COVID-19: What you need to know about symptoms

Mick Garry ⋅ 7 min read

Sports psychologist helps athletes build healthy attitudes

Mick Garry ⋅ 10 min read

ALS patient can now make a stand at Sanford Chamberlain

Mick Garry ⋅ 6 min read

Don’t dismiss stroke symptoms during pandemic

Mick Garry ⋅ 8 min read