Denny Sanford, 1935-2026
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Meet 3 women who are leading senior care into the future
Podcast: ‘Women of Distinction’ recipients recall first jobs and rural care as a calling
Sanford Health’s commitment to our veteran community
Podcast: Capt. Paul Weckman on veterans programs at Sanford, Good Samaritan Society
The fight against CF: breathing life into patients
Podcast: 2020 Sanford Lorraine Cross Award finalist Dr. Michael Welsh talks fighting CF
A mark through coronaviruses
Podcast: Dr. Mark Denison has been studying coronaviruses since the 1980s
Committing to a cure for cancer
Podcast: Through CAR T-cells, Dr. Carl June has found a way to fight leukemia
Recent Stories
Sanford Health hospitals earn Women’s Choice Awards
Medical centers in Dakotas and Minnesota earn high marks in multiple health care services
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‘Operations guy’ steps up to help improve compliance
Mike Dishman recognized with Compass Award for streamlining reporting process
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59-year-old living out her dream as Good Samaritan CNA
Rosa Avila is the health system’s national caregiver champion this year
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Retired music director helps to unlock forgotten feelings
Good Samaritan volunteer honored for devotion to memory care residents
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Iowa nursing director recognized for compassionate care
Good Samaritan names Lori Johnson as national director of nursing champion
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Sanford Children’s named one of best US pediatric hospitals
Money ranks the top 75 pediatric hospitals in the nation by facilities, expertise and care
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Minnesota nurse leads with laughter and love for residents
Good Samaritan names Chris Hanson as National Ever Forward Leader Champion
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Sanford marketing team recognized for industry excellence
Podcasting, vaccine campaigns and employee communications among many awarded
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Nursing champion takes on improving care for all
After her own hospitalization as a child, LPN set out to be a better nurse
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Home health administrator honored for nursing, leadership
Ever Forward recipient Sarah Angelo makes easy connections others may find difficult
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