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Sanford Joe Lueken Cancer Center opening soon

Sanford Joe Lueken Cancer Center opening soon

It has 20 infusion suites, 15 exam rooms, on-site infusion pharmacy and lab services, boutique, bistro, garden and other patient-centered amenities
Nadine Aljets 4 min read
C-section suite at Sanford Bemidji keeps families together

C-section suite at Sanford Bemidji keeps families together

"Instead of splitting up, the new operating room will allow for the recovery of mom and the baby together.”
Pat Miller 6 min read
Sanford Bemidji minimizes its carbon footprint

Sanford Bemidji minimizes its carbon footprint

Sanford Bemidji has committed to reducing its carbon footprint and expanding green initiatives in every way. With millions of tons of waste going to landfills each year, everyone is losing. And the health care industry is one of the largest waste producers annually. Health care requires vast quantities of equipment, technology and resources to take […]
SHN Staff 6 min read
3D mammography now available in Bemidji

3D mammography now available in Bemidji

The Edith Sanford Breast Center in Bemidji is now using 3D mammography. This advanced breast cancer detection tool gives radiologists better visualization of the breast. This includes identifying previously undetectable cancer earlier and reducing the need for additional follow-up tests. 3D mammography is the most effective screening tool for diagnosing breast cancer. It performs particularly […]
SHN Staff 3 min read
Get seen fast at a walk-in clinic

Get seen fast at a walk-in clinic

Bring your strains, sprains & fractures for care on the same day of your injury
SHN Staff 2 min read

Profile by Sanford opens locations in Bismarck, Bemidji

Sanford Health has introduced an integrated approach to weight management and is opening its first retail store fronts in Bismarck, ND, and Bemidji, MN. Profile by Sanford® is now open at 1655 N Grandview Lane Suite 104 in Bismarck and 1217 Anne Street Suite 1 in Bemidji. Profile was designed using a large body of […]
SHN Staff 3 min read

Sanford Bemidji completes first cardiology procedures

A major milestone was met in Sanford Bemidji’s journey towards accomplishing its vision as a premier regional, innovative, rural health care delivery organization. A team of medical specialists at Sanford Bemidji successfully completed its first three cardiac catheterizations procedures. “It is a wonderful thing to have happen to this community,” said Dr. Jeffrey Watkins, interventional […]
SHN Staff 3 min read

Sanford Health gives $2 million to Bemidji Events Center

Bemidji city leaders announced a contribution of $2 million from Sanford Health to the Bemidji Regional Events Center. In turn the city will rename the venue The Sanford Center. Richard Lehman, Bemidji mayor said, “We approached Sanford about this opportunity and we are very thankful for their willingness to partner with us. This new event […]
SHN Staff 3 min read