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Sanford trustee Robin Smith sits with Cardinal at the Vatican Conference.

Trustee, leader in STEM passionate about global ed

Cura Foundation founder and president Robin Smith, MD, calls Sanford Health a 'gem'

Courtney Collen ⋅ 7 min read

Smiling nurse taking care of mature male patient sitting on wheelchair in hospital.

Nurse residency promotes work-life balance from day 1

Simon Floss ⋅ 4 min read

Nurse in surgical mask stands next to a senior patient in his nursing home room.

Long-term care nurse surprised with DAISY Award

Matt Holsen ⋅ 5 min read

Sanford Health CEO smiles at his desk.

Sanford CEO among Modern Healthcare’s 100 Most Influential

Paul Heinert ⋅ 4 min read

Sanford Health employee smile at her craft table with shelves of art supplies in the background.

Army commander advances her career with veterans grant

Matt Holsen ⋅ 5 min read

Board of Trustees Member Lauris Molbert records podcast conversation

Ep. 6: Company culture is key to success, says board member

32 min ⋅ January 6th

Meet Lauris Molbert, a retired hospitality CEO with roots in rural North Dakota

Ep. 5: Servant leaders make a difference in daily practice

60 min ⋅ December 21st

Dr. Craig Uthe shares examples he wants to set for students and colleagues

Ep. 4: Digital health literacy for patients and providers

52 min ⋅ December 19th

Sanford Health CIO and CDO hope to make health care as accessible as shopping online

Ep. 3: Well-being at work: What doctors do for self-care

48 min ⋅ December 13th

3 Sanford providers swap lessons on adversity and growth for patients and themselves

Dr. David Newman smiles while conducting a virtual care visit on his laptop.

Ep. 2: ‘Disruptors’ find ways to innovate in health care

31 min ⋅ November 21st

Endocrinologist David Newman, MD, talks retail & tech that can improve lives

Brad Schipper and Dr. Luis Garcia in Sanford Health recording studio

Ep. 1: Virtual care options help reach more rural patients

47 min ⋅ October 24th

In this podcast episode, Brad Schipper shares vision for new virtual care initiative with host, Dr. Luis Garcia.

Ep. 21: Conversation with Board of Trustees member Jim Cain

34 min ⋅ July 22nd

Investment banker with health care experience helps steward Sanford Health resources

Sanford Health Innovations podcast series

Ep. 20: Renowned thought leader visits Sanford Health

33 min ⋅ May 26th

Dr. Eric Topol of Scripps Research discusses future of rural care, lessons of COVID-19

Ep. 15: COVID and the important connection to heart health

24 min ⋅ April 11th

Dr. Tom Stys says COVID infections plus our pandemic lifestyle can make heart disease worse.

A middle aged couple relaxing on a sofa.

Ep. 14: Colon cancer awareness and the importance of screenings

26 min ⋅ March 14th

Colorectal screenings are important measures against colon cancer that start at age 45

Student in lab coat uses a handheld instrument in the Sanford Research lab.

PROMISE program offers students research experience

Ariana Edwards gains career focus and professional connections while still in high school

Simon Floss ⋅ 3 min read

Sanford Health director of veterans affairs shakes a young employee's hand and gives her a giant check for $5,000.

Veteran scholarship surprises Sanford Luverne caregiver

Madie Reisdorfer serves in the Air National Guard while studying nursing

Matt Holsen ⋅ 5 min read

Trustee, physician prioritizes quality across organization

Family medicine provider wraps up long tenure with Sanford Board of Trustees in 2022

Courtney Collen ⋅ 8 min read

Two Sanford Health workers in surgical masks stand at the front of a flag-draped room, while a Native American advisor touches them with an eagle feather.

Native American community advocate meets people where they are

Building – and in some cases repairing – relationships are key to the health of tribes in northern Minnesota

Mick Garry ⋅ 12 min read

Two photos of "Freddy" Fredericksen, one in Marine uniform and one in nurse scrubs.

Marine Corps reservist finds calling in nursing

Abdulwahab “Freddy” Frederickson now helps cancer patients at Sanford following military service

Jason Anschutz ⋅ 6 min read

Young lab worker smiles while crossing her arms.

Thinking about a research career? Try SPUR at Sanford first

Sanford Research program for college students offers invaluable hands-on experience

Simon Floss ⋅ 5 min read

A Sanford Health nurse in a surgical mask holds a newborn baby in a hospital room.

Army veteran nurse shares life of service at Sanford Fargo

Shannon Harriger teaches nursing, continues own education thanks to Sanford Veterans grant

Jason Anschutz ⋅ 6 min read

Banker, civic leader aims to do all the good she can

Marnie Herrmann brings valued expertise to Sanford Health Board of Trustees

Courtney Collen ⋅ 7 min read

Two nurses in surgical masks huddle at a desk.

Director of nursing honored with Patriot Award

Good Samaritan Society CNA, National Guard member nominated her supportive supervisor

Matt Holsen ⋅ 5 min read

Mom holds daughter on her lap while a Sanford nurse puts on a bandage.

Nurse residency program supports nurses in their first year

New RNs learn from mentors and peers while gaining confidence and camaraderie

Matt Holsen ⋅ 8 min read

Good Samaritan Society named one of America’s best employers

Tess Hedrick ⋅ 4 min read

COVID-19 diary from a pediatric nurse

SHN Staff ⋅ 5 min read

Service is generational for Scholz family

Matt Holsen ⋅ 9 min read

Pro-level coaching open to all at Sanford Sports Performance

Mick Garry ⋅ 10 min read

Sanford Health reimagines rural health care delivery

Courtney Collen ⋅ 10 min read