Sanford Fargo recognized for great endocrinology programs
July 8, 2025
Contact:
Nathan Aamodt
Sanford Health Media Relations
(701) 200-6080/nathan.aamodt@sanfordhealth.org
FARGO, N.D. – Sanford Health Fargo has been recognized by Becker’s Hospital Review as one of 51 hospitals and health systems with great diabetes and endocrinology programs.
The hospitals and health systems on this list are recognized for their strong commitment to advancing endocrine health. Through specialized programs, innovative initiatives and dedicated service lines, they work to improve the quality of life for patients managing conditions such as diabetes, thyroid disorders, metabolic issues and more.
“We are honored and grateful to be named a top diabetes and endocrinology program. This recognition is the result of the collaboration of our dedicated clinicians, diabetes educators and staff, who go above and beyond to provide world class health care close to home,” said Raul Ruiz, M.D., Sanford Health endocrinologist and department chair. “We are proud of our innovative efforts, such as the Sanford PLEDGE Study, which is a pediatric screening initiative for Type 1 diabetes, as well as offering virtual care to our rural communities, which allows us to provide expert care for the management of hormonal disorders, thyroid cancer and innovative technologies for diabetes such as insulin pumps and sensors to even the most remote areas.”
These organizations deliver comprehensive care to support patients with endocrine system disorders, offering advanced diagnostics, personalized education, innovative treatments and access to the latest technologies and clinical research. From diabetes and thyroid conditions to metabolic disorders and beyond, these programs are making a meaningful difference in patients’ lives.
Sanford Fargo delivers comprehensive endocrinology and diabetes care through a multidisciplinary team of endocrinologists, nurse practitioners, diabetes educators and specialists. The Sanford Fargo American Diabetes Association-accredited diabetes education center offers personalized education and nutrition support, while children with diabetes benefit from peer-driven engagement through Sanford’s diabetes camps.
A list of all hospitals and health systems recognized with great diabetes and endocrinology programs can be found here.
About Sanford Health
Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America’s heartland. Headquartered in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, the organization has 53,000 employees and serves over 2 million patients and nearly 425,000 health plan members across the upper Midwest including South Dakota, North Dakota, Minnesota, Wyoming, Iowa, Wisconsin and the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. The integrated nonprofit health system includes a network of 56 hospitals, 288 clinic locations, 147 senior care communities, 4,000 physicians and advanced practice providers and nearly 1,500 active clinical trials and studies. The organization’s transformational virtual care initiative brings patients closer to care with access to 78 specialties. Learn more about Sanford Health’s commitment to shaping the future of rural health care across the lifespan at sanfordhealth.org or Sanford Health News.
