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PULSATIONS A Healthy Dose of News from Sanford Health
From fearful to fearless One woman’s breast cancer journey
SANFORD CANCER 2014 AT A GLANCE
YOUR CONSTANT COMPANION IN CANCER CARE
GENETICS’ ROLE IN CANCER CARE
GIFTS AT WORK
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Dedicated to improving cancer care Dr. John Bollinger
Radiation Oncologist, Committee Chair Last year, Sanford Bemidji Cancer Center continued to improve and expand upon the expert, committed care we provide to cancer patients right here in the communities we serve. As you read through this year’s annual report, you’ll discover through our numerous success stories how dedicated we are to delivering the highest level of cancer care.
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From screening programs to help detect cancer at its earliest stages, all the way through to our survivorship programs, we’re continuing to improve the level of care we provide no matter where cancer patients are in their personal journey. We’ve achieved accreditation standards that reflect the quality of care we deliver. Our survivorship program continues to grow and expand, giving our patients support and help for what comes after cancer treatment. We’ve added new team members in various roles, to provide a wider variety of care and support to our patients. And we’re arming our entire team with the tools and education to provide a seamless experience for every patient we treat. The future of cancer care is also becoming a reality with our expanding genetics program. The construction of a new cancer center (plans currently underway) will significantly impact how our patients receive care. Every decision and change we make is rooted in our commitment to our cancer patients. I’m proud of every success we’ve achieved, and look forward to many more future successes at Sanford Bemidji Cancer Center.
Proven quality
Sanford Bemidji Cancer Center continues to receive accreditations. Accreditation is a voluntary process in which outside reviewers closely examine our program and our results. If we meet or exceed specific standards, we receive the stamp of approval. For patients and families, accreditation is an important measure of quality. You can rest assured that our center is held to the highest standards of care.
Sanford Relay for Life team Wanna-walk-awhile.
Cancer survivors performed honorary puck drop during October’s Pink the Rink game.
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Artwork created from survivors’ thumbprints.
From fearful to fearless
Charlene’s husband, Jason, shares in his wife’s happiness as she begins her journey down the path of being a breast cancer survivor and looks forward to seeing their daughter retire from the Navy.
One woman’s breast cancer journey
“She’s fearless,” Charlene said about her 18-year-old daughter, Tia, a Seaman in the U.S. Navy. Tia would likely say the same of her mother, a woman who spent the last 16 months battling breast cancer and facing long-held fears in the process. “I care less about what everyone thinks or says now,” Charlene said, reflecting on her cancer journey. Before her diagnosis in July 2014, Charlene and her husband, Jason, would have been more hesitant to go to Vegas or Biloxi, Miss., where Tia is stationed. “Now I’m just going to do it,” said Charlene, who along with Jason has visited Biloxi once already and plans to return in November. “If we have a chance to go see her, we’re going.”
A misinformed decision Initially, Charlene was not overly concerned when she first discovered the lump. “I actually thought that because I breastfed for 50 months that it would save me,” she said. “I never had a mammogram. I was 45 when I found the lump.”
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Not only did she have breast cancer but she also was triple positive for estrogen receptors, progesterone receptors and HER2. “At first, I was going to have a mastectomy and reconstructive surgery – and that was it,” Charlene said.
I want to be around to see my daughter Tia retire from the Navy.
Charlene is not sure where she heard such a notion but at the time she truly believed breast-feeding would protect her. But on the Monday after the Fourth of July weekend, she learned it wasn’t true. “I went in to the clinic and kind of knew that it was cancer,” Charlene said. “After my mammogram, the technician told me the lump was fibrous.”
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Charlene Siddens watched with pride – and a bit of anxiousness – as her youngest child leapt from the 108th floor of the tallest observation tower in the U.S., the Stratosphere Tower in Las Vegas.
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LEFT: Charlene, her husband, Jason, and their daughter, Tia, at the JROTC Military Ball Tia’s senior year in high school. Charlene was happy to “look like herself” at the ball after her diagnosis almost a year before. RIGHT: Thanks to her wig from Bloom the Boutique at Sanford, Charlene felt confident and comfortable for her first day back at work following cancer treatments.
Then Charlene called her surgeon, Mark Claussen, MD. He encouraged her to think of the chemo timeframe as just one small piece of a muchlonger lifespan. She thought of her 8-year-old granddaughter, a bright girl who insists on calling her Spud, a childhood nickname, rather than the traditional grandma or grandmother.
Did you know? We offer financial assistance
We have financial counselors who work with patients to reduce the costs during their cancer journey.
“I want to be around for her and to see my daughter Tia retire from the Navy,” Charlene said.
well with each other is essential in this day and age to getting good care,” said Dr. Claussen.
A plan designed just for her
That means the medical oncologist, the radiation oncologist, the surgeon, the genetic counselor, the plastic surgeon and the primary care doctor need to all be regularly communicating with one another.
Charlene’s medical team identified a path through which she could undergo the mastectomy first, followed by chemo.
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Having a real team approach where people are communicating well with each other is essential in this day and age to getting good care.
“Charlene is a good example of needing to fashion the treatment not only for where the disease is, but also where the emotional state is,” Dr. Claussen said. As each patient comes into the process with varied understanding of what cancer is and how it can be treated, it is important the medical team work with each other and the patient to develop a treatment plan. “Having a real team approach where people are communicating
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But due to scheduling, Charlene couldn’t have the surgery for three weeks, which was too long to wait. Charlene’s medical team advised her to undergo a year of chemotherapy and then the mastectomy, but she initially rejected that plan because of deep-seated fears about chemo.
“I’m really proud of how well we work with each other,” Dr. Claussen said. “I think it’s something we can offer here in our small-town setting better than you can in a larger metro area. We’re all here, all in one place. The people I need to talk to are down the hall, not across the city.”
Facing cancer with strength and style There is a boutique tucked away in the radiation oncology department. Here, wigs are displayed on
With the help of staff like Janel Olson, women can find the perfect wig at Bloom the Boutique. Even today, Charlene gets emotional about her journey.
shelves lining one wall; hats and scarves on another; inspirational cards, jewelry and gifts on a third. Bloom the Boutique opened in 2014, offering a place where patients with medical hair loss can come to find a new hairpiece or simply seek comfort in a location of their own. “Feeling good about yourself and feeling happy is huge in healing,” said Janel Olson, manager of the oncology department. When a woman is diagnosed with a condition that will cause hair loss or involves a treatment that will result in hair loss, such as chemotherapy, her doctor will sign a voucher that entitles her to receive a free wig from Bloom. In March, Charlene walked into Bloom seeking a wig for a very special evening. Tia would be attending her fourth and final Military Ball through the JROTC program at Bemidji High School. At previous balls, Tia had pictures taken with cousins and friends, but this one would be different. “I knew we were going to have pictures taken because it was her senior year, her last military ball,” Charlene said. With the help of a Bloom volunteer, Charlene soon found a wig that felt good, fit well and was very similar to what her own hair had been. It was lighter than she’d expected and she felt like herself while wearing it.
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This is the least we can do to make patients feel good, to make them feel whole.
“I really liked that it looked close to my natural hair,” she said. “I’m so happy with it.”
Life after cancer
Face cancer with strength and style
Today, Charlene has finished up her year’s worth of medications and recently had surgery to remove her chemo port. After taking last fall off for treatment, she returned to work in January. Even her hair has now returned, coming in a bit thicker than before and curling at the bottom.
For many cancer patients, changes in appearance caused by treatments or surgery can create challenges in the recovery process. At Bloom, you can gain confidence in a comforting and convenient setting created just for you.
“The thing that most surprises me are the comments I hear,” said Janel. “They ask me, ‘Why? Why are you doing this for me?’ and that blows my mind. This is the least we can do to make people feel good, to make them feel whole. Even if they only wear it once – for that one day, that one time, it really means something.”
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Geographical distribution of primary cases 2014*
Did you know? We have clinical trials right here
We have over 40 oncology clinical trials available in Bemidji to treat cancer at various stages and to treat or prevent the side effects of the cancer or therapy.
Lake of the Woods 2.34%
Marshall 0.26%
Polk 2.34%
Beltrami 52.34% Clearwater 11.98%
Itasca 1.56%
Mahnomen 0.78% Hubbard 13.28%
Otter Tail 0.26%
2014 at a glance
Koochiching 4.17%
Pennington 0.52%
Wadena 0.26%
Cass 8.33%
Crow Wing 0.26%
Primary service area
Todd 0.26%
Secondary service area Outlying area
• 384 new patients came to Sanford Bemidji Cancer Center for diagnosis and/or treatment • More than 52 percent of those patients came from Beltrami County • The most common cancer diagnosis was breast cancer, followed by lung and bronchus, prostate, melanoma (skin) and colon
Other locations: Montana 0.26% North Dakota 0.26% Hennepin 0.26%
Rice 0.26%
Sanford Bemidji Cancer Center 2014 distribution by county
*The 2014 Sanford Bemidji Cancer Committee annual report is based on data from Jan. 1, 2014 to Dec. 31, 2014.
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Primary site distribution for Sanford Bemidji Cancer Center Site Totals Breast 73 Lung & Bronchus 55 Prostate 45 Melanoma, skin 22 Colon 21 Lymphoma 14 Non-Hodgkin 11 Nodal 8 Extranodal 3 Hodgkin 3 Bladder 18 Leukemia 5 Lymphocytic 4 ALL 0 CLL 0 Other 0 Myeloid 1 AML 0 CML 0 Other 0 Other leukemias 0 Brain 3 Other CNS 6 Kidney 12 Pancreas 8 Rectum/rectosigmoid 10 Uterus 10 Cervix 3 Ovary 6 Stomach 4 Esophagus 7 Oral Cavity/Pharynx 3 Multiple Myeloma 7 Thyroid 3 Testis 3 Soft Tissue 3 Larynx 4 Liver/IBD 6 Mesothelioma 2 Small Intestine 2 Anus 4 Vulva 2 Other Sites 23 Total 384
2014 Male 0 33 45 13 10 6 4 4 0 2 10 4 3 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 1 1 8 6 9 0 0 0 4 5 1 3 0 3 1 3 4 2 1 1 0 15 189
Female Totals 73 69 22 59 0 40 9 24 11 22 8 14 7 14 4 9 3 5 1 0 8 13 1 9 1 5 0 0 0 4 0 1 0 4 0 3 0 1 0 0 0 0 2 6 5 3 4 5 2 13 1 9 10 11 3 0 6 5 0 2 2 0 2 13 4 7 3 5 0 2 2 3 1 4 2 2 0 2 1 3 3 2 2 0 8 25 195 372
2013 Male Female 0 69 31 28 40 0 15 9 10 12 4 10 4 10 3 6 1 4 0 0 10 3 6 3 3 2 0 0 3 1 0 1 3 1 2 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 3 3 0 3 3 2 9 4 7 2 0 11 0 0 0 5 2 0 0 0 8 5 3 4 2 3 2 0 2 1 2 2 0 2 2 0 1 2 1 1 0 0 14 11 177 195
Sanford Bemidji Cancer Committee Membership 2014 Cancer Committee Chair Radiation Oncologist John Bollinger, MD
Community Outreach Janel Olson, RTT
Diagnostic Radiologist Michael Thurgood, MD
Patient Navigation Terri Bentler, BSN, RN, OCN, CN-BN
Pathologist Arif Azam, MD
Genetic Counselor Jennifer Leonhard, MS, CGC
General Surgeon Cancer Liaison Physician Allan Campbell, MD
Cancer Registrar LaRayne Olson
Medical Oncologist Jayan Nair, MD Cancer Program Shari Hahn, RN, MSN
Administration Daniel DeKrey, MD Joy Johnson American Cancer Society
Oncology Nurse Jen Gourneau, RN, BSN Rebekah Kraft, RN Social Worker Paula Woods, MSW, LISW Certified Tumor Registrar Jennifer Monsebroten, CTR Quality Improvement Kim Boysen, RN, BSN
Rehabilitation Services Brad Neis Nutrition Heather Knutson, MS, RD, LD Marketing Lindsey Wangberg Pharmacy Karla Eischens, R.Ph.
Clinical Research Susan Hudson, BS, BA, CCRP
Did you know? We have patient navigators
Patient navigators get involved in patient care as early as possible following a new cancer diagnosis. Their role is to be there for patients to provide support, education and care coordination during a time that can be very scary and emotional.
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Our Expertise The Sanford Bemidji Cancer Center, which is nationally accredited by the Commission on Cancer of the American College of Surgeons, is a multidisciplinary cancer program that encompasses inpatient, outpatient and home based services. In addition to ACS accreditation, our cancer center has also earned national accreditation as a breast cancer center from the National Accreditation Program for Breast Centers.
Did you know? We provide STAR rehabilitation for cancer patients
Comprehensive care Cancer registry Cancer survivorship Clinical trials Diagnostic imaging Financial services Genetic counseling Hematology Infusion center Medical oncology Nutrition therapy Pain management Palliative care Pathology Patient navigators Pharmacy Psychological services Radiation oncology Rehabilitation Research Social services Spiritual care Surgical oncology Tumor conferences
Team of experts Board-certified diagnostic radiologists Board-certified interventional radiologists Board-certified medical oncologist/hematologist Board-certified pathologist Board-certified radiation oncologist Board-certified surgeons Cancer survivorship experts Certified clinical breast examiner Clinical psychologist Clinical researchers Fellowship-trained surgical oncologists Fellowship-trained women’s imaging radiologist Financial counselors Genetic counselor Nurses (trained in chemotherapy, infusion, oncology and palliative care) Outreach specialists Patient navigators Pharmacists Physician assistant Radiation therapists Registered dietitian Rehabilitation therapists Social workers Spiritual advisor Support staff Tumor registrars
Our STAR certified rehabilitation professionals can help you cope with a wide variety of cancer related conditions and their symptoms. These include everything from pain and weakness to memory and concentration issues.Â
Sanford Bemidji Cancer Center team
John Bollinger, MD Radiation Oncology
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Allan Campbell, MD Surgical Oncology
Our cancer center offers the most advanced care available in northern Minnesota. Our patients have access to world-class clinicians and an expert team of professionals ready to provide innovative treatments and compassionate care for you and your loved ones.
Peter Friedell, MD, FACP Jasmine Kamboj, MD Medical Oncology and Medical Oncology and Hematology Hematology (starting early 2016)
Beth Ann Korczak, PA-C Medical and Radiation Oncology, Hematology, Breast Health
Jayan Nair, MD Medical Oncology and Hematology
Cancer program expands We are pleased to welcome medical oncologists and hematologists Peter Friedell, MD, FACP, and Jasmine Kamboj, MD, to Sanford Bemidji Cancer Center. They will allow us to continue to provide our patients with quality care close to home. Drs. Friedell and Kamboj specialize in studying, diagnosing and treating disorders of the blood, blood-forming organs and blood diseases. They also specialize in cancer care and provide the latest medical oncology therapy and treatment services for patients. The Sanford Bemidji medical oncology and hematology team sees patients at the 1705 Anne St. Clinic.
Peter Friedell, MD, FACP Medical Oncology and Hematology
Dr. Friedell received his medical degree at Chicago Medical School at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science, Chicago, and then completed residency and fellowship programs in internal medicine and hematology at Mayo Medical School in Rochester, Minn. Dr. Friedell currently sees patients at the 1705 Anne St. Medical Oncology Clinic. He is board certified as a medical examiner and in internal medicine, hematology, oncology and obesity medicine.
Jasmine Kamboj, MD
Medical Oncology and Hematology Dr. Kamboj received her medical degree from the Armed Forces Medical College in Pune, India, and completed an internal medicine residency at Chicago Medical School at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science, Chicago. She is currently completing fellowship training in hematology and oncology at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Kamboj will join Sanford in early 2016 and will see patients at the 1705 Anne St. Medical Oncology Clinic in Bemidji.
Did you know? We hold tumor conferences Our physicians, nurses and staff who care for cancer patients in Bemidji meet regularly to review cancer cases diagnosed and treated here to ensure we are delivering the highest level of care.
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Welcome New Physicians Tokunbo Akande, MD Pediatrics
Dr. Akande sees pediatric patients at Sanford Bemidji 1611 Anne St. Clinic. He received his medical degree from Ladoke Akintola University of Technology in Osogbo, Nigeria. He completed a master’s degree in public health at Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health in Baltimore, Md., and a pediatric residency at the Bronx Lebanon Hospital Center in New York. Dr. Akande is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
Prabha Dakshayini, MD Pediatrics
Dr. Dakshayini received her degree from the University of Mysore, Mysore Medical College in Mysore, India. She recently completed a medical residency in pediatrics at Brookdale University Hospital and Medical Center in Brooklyn, N.Y. Prior to that, she completed a residency at the Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Science, Mysore Medical College in Mysore, India. She is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
Lucas Genereux, OD Optometry
Dr. Genereux sees patients at Sanford Eye Center & Optical locations in Bagley and Fosston, Minn. He completed his undergraduate degree at Concordia College in Moorhead, Minn., and went on to Pacific University’s College of Optometry in Forest Grove, Ore. During his training he completed externships at Albert Lea Eye Clinic in Albert Lea, Minn., Mayo Clinic Health System in Rochester, Minn., Edmonds, Husz & Pemberton Eye Center in Tucson, Ariz. and Indian Health Services in White Earth, Minn.
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Ramsey Larson, MD Emergency Medicine
Dr. Larson specializes in emergency medicine and received his medical degree from Brown University Medical School, in Providence, R.I. He completed a family practice residency and an internship at Lancaster General Hospital, in Lancaster, Pa. He is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
Ashley Lundin, MD Ophthalmology
Dr. Lundin sees patients at the Sanford Bemidji 1611 Eye Center. She specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of disorders and diseases of the eye, from routine eye exams to surgical procedures, including cataract surgery. Originally from Kelliher, Minn., she received her medical degree from the University of North Dakota School of Medicine & Health Sciences in Grand Forks, where she also did residency work in ophthalmology. She also completed an ophthalmology residency at the University of Wisconsin in Madison.
Matthew Nielsen, MD General Surgery
Dr. Nielsen received his medical degree from Michigan State University College of Human Medicine in East Lansing, Mich. He went on to complete a residency in general surgery at the University of North Dakota in Grand Forks and Fargo. He is originally from Bemidji, Minn. Dr. Nielsen is a member of the American College of Surgeons and the American Medical Association and board eligible with the American Board of Surgery.
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Tabrez Sheriff, MD Hospital Medicine
Dr. Sheriff cares for patients within the Hospital Medicine Department at Sanford Bemidji Medical Center. He received his medical degree from M.S. Ramaiah Medical College, Rajiv Gandhi University in Bangalore, India. He then completed an internship from the same university and an internal medicine residency at Detroit Medical Center at Wayne State University and Sinai-Grace Hospital, both located in Detroit, Mich. Dr. Sheriff is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
Manit Singla, MD Hospital Medicine
Dr. Singla cares for patients within the Hospital Medicine Department at Sanford Bemidji Medical Center. He received his medical degree from Dr. Vaishampayan Memorial Government Medical College in Solapur, Maharashtra, India. He completed an internship from the same university and continued his practice in internal medicine at Detroit Medical Center at Wayne State University, located in Detroit, Mich. He is originally from Punjab, India.
Micah Treuer, MD Emergency Medicine
Dr. Treuer specializes in emergency medicine, including trauma and managing strokes. Originally from Bemidji, Treuer received his medical degree from the University of Minnesota in Minneapolis. He completed a residency at Riverside County Regional Medical Center in Moreno Valley, Ca., and an emergency medicine residency at Loma Linda University Medical Center, Loma Linda, Ca.
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Matthew Whitbeck, MD, FACC Interventional Coronary and Peripheral Vascular Cardiology
Dr. Whitbeck has specialized training and holds board certifications in internal medicine, cardiology, interventional cardiology, nuclear cardiology and cardiovascular computed tomography. He received his medical degree from St. Christopher’s School of Medicine in Lutton, England, and completed his residency in internal medicine at Wayne State University in Detroit, Mich. He then completed a cardiology fellowship at the University of Kentucky, Lexington, and an interventional cardiology fellowship at Wake Forest University, Winston Salem, N.C.
A tasty, healthy holiday treat Whole Wheat Walnut Bread Directions: In large mixing bowl, combine all ingredients and stir until dough starts to leave sides of bowl. Transfer dough to lightly greased or floured surface. Knead six to eight minutes or until it becomes smooth and supple. (You may also knead dough in electric mixer or food processor or bread machine set to “dough.”) This bread is a good source of fiber, magnesium and selenium and may help to reduce the incidence of some cancers as well as help support weight control. Making bread is a fun and healthy holiday tradition for both children and adults. Ingredients: 2 tsp. instant yeast 1 1/4 to 1 1/3 cups water (start with the smaller amount) 3 Tbsp. canola oil 2 Tbsp. brown sugar, firmly packed, or 2 Tbsp. honey may be substituted 1 1/2 cups whole-wheat flour 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour 1 1/4 tsp. salt 3/4 cup toasted walnuts, finely chopped or crushed
Transfer dough to lightly greased bowl. Cover bowl and allow dough to rise until puffy though not necessarily doubled in bulk, about one to two hours. Transfer dough to a lightly oiled work surface and shape into 8-inch log. Tuck ends under as you place in lightly greased 8 1/2 x 4 1/2-inch loaf pan. Cover pan loosely with lightly greased plastic wrap and allow bread to rise for about 90 minutes until domed about one inch above edge of pan. A finger pressed into dough should leave a mark that rebounds slowly.
golden brown. Test for doneness by removing from pan and thumping on bottom – it should sound hollow. Or measure interior temperature with an instant read thermometer that should read 190 degrees at center of loaf. When done, remove bread from pan and cool on wire rack before slicing. Store in plastic bag at room temperature. Makes about 16 slices. Per serving: 150 calories, 7 g total fat (0.5 g saturated fat), 20 g carbohydrate, 4 g protein, 2 g dietary fiber, 180 mg sodium.
Did you know? We provide personalized nutrition therapy Individualized nutrition therapy is available for all patients receiving cancer treatment at the Sanford Bemidji Cancer Center.
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Playing it smart and safe Steve Wagar enjoys his time at his Bible study gathering, and makes sure his friends know the importance of protecting their health with preventive screenings like the PSA test.
How preventive care can help save lives
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“In 2012 my PSA number was four, but in 2013 it was a little higher,” Steve said. “And three months later it was higher again. Dr. Haugen then sent me to Dr. Kosko in Bemidji.”
Prostate cancer is among the most common cancers in American men.
“That was a fun fishing trip and this is a fun time of life for me,” the 70-year-old Steve said. “You have to take advantage of the time you’re given.”
Keeping a close watch Steve is a proponent of monitoring personal health. Annual physicals are part of that process, and during one of those visits Burton Haugen, MD, at the Sanford Walker Clinic detected elevated PSA (prostate specific antigen) numbers.
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A few years ago Steve Wagar took his 8-year-old grandson, Caleb, fishing on Leech Lake. Steve has lived on the lake long enough to know where and when to catch walleyes, and on this outing Caleb and grandpa had one of those days to remember.
Urologist John Kosko, MD, conducted a biopsy and cancer was detected. “Prostate cancer is among the most common cancers in American men,” Dr. Kosko said. “It is very common in men in their 70s and 80s and, as the population ages, more and more prostate cancer cases are diagnosed.”
Trusted advice and care Steve’s initial treatment included surgery and in January of 2014 he underwent the procedure at United Hospital in St. Paul.
“When Dr. Kosko sent me to St. Paul for the surgery I knew I could trust him,” Steve said. “He had my best interests in mind and I appreciate that.” “No one size fits all in terms of treating prostate cancer,” Dr. Kosko said. “It’s a complicated decision. Each patient is 100 percent individualized as far as treatment is concerned.” Steve’s surgery, however, was only partially successful as the cancer appeared to have spread and some of it was out of reach. “We kept our eyes on the PSA numbers,” Steve said. “After three months the PSA number started to go up again and Dr. Kosko gave me some options.”
An educated decision Among the choices was joining a clinical trial, which in Steve’s situation included 40 days of radiation treatment under the guidance of radiation oncologist John Bollinger, MD.
Prostate health
What you should know Steve Wagar of Walker is one of about 220,000 men in the U.S. who was diagnosed with prostate cancer in 2013. He was a typical patient in the fact that he was a man over age 65. Steve Wagar is grateful to enjoy his beautiful surrounding fishing on the lake and spending time with his family and friends.
When a clinical trial candidate is identified at Sanford Bemidji the patient is approached and medical staff explains the potential procedure, the reasons it is being considered and what the possible side effects might be. “We want our patients to know what to expect,” said Susan Hudson, BS, BA, CCRP, clinical trial coordinator at Sanford Bemidji. “Some trials are short in duration while some can last the duration of the patient’s life.”
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“We are proud of how we are progressing with our clinical trials,” Dr. Bollinger added. “It is a pleasure when people come back to us with good outcomes. When you see someone like Steve, who is doing well and you know that you made a difference, it makes you want to come to work.”
Taking charge of his health Steve’s annual visits to the doctor were instrumental in catching his prostate cancer before it was out of control and he believes every man should follow that example.
I want everyone to know about the importance of having a PSA test. It can save your life.
Getting answers for the unknown Clinical trials are a growing field of medicine and it is an exciting time. The genetic makeup of cancers sometimes determines why the cancer started and why it is growing, and now, with the use of trials, our team can look at the genomic reasons why cancer develops. “That is where much of the research is going,” Susan said. “We have standard therapies but with the help of clinical trials, we have other options.” Every patient is a potential candidate for a clinical trial at Sanford Bemidji and patients who wish to learn more about the program can contact their physician.
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“There is a world-wide trial ongoing for prostate cancer patients like Steve,” Dr. Bollinger said. “I recommended we go with the clinical trial, and Steve agreed.”
Fortunately, he scheduled routine visits to his doctor for a physical and his prostate cancer was detected in time to respond to surgery and radiation treatment.
“The incidence of prostate cancer in Minnesota is the highest of any state,” Dr. Kosko said. “Often you don’t notice any signs of prostate cancer until they are advanced. One of the best ways to catch it early is a PSA screening and if you catch it early there is about an 80 percent survival rate.” Steve agrees that a PSA screening is the best way to detect prostate cancer and he wants to share that message. “You need to be there for your family,” Steve said. “I want everyone to know about the importance of having a PSA test. It can save your life.”
Early detection is the key to successfully beating prostate cancer. Among the tools in that fight is the test that measures PSA (prostate specific antigen) in the blood. More than 90 percent of all prostate cancers, according to the American Cancer Society, are found while they are either only in the prostate or near the prostate. The five-year survival rate for men with these kinds of prostate tumors is nearly 100 percent. There is no sure way to prevent prostate cancer and some risk factors, such as age and family history, can’t be controlled. However, there are ways to reduce the chance of developing prostate cancer: •E at fruits and vegetables every day •A void high-fat meats or high-fat dairy foods • Limit calcium in the diet
• Stay at a healthy weight
• Get daily physical activity
For more information, contact your physician or visit sanfordhealth.org.
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Battling one of our biggest cancers Kristin Wilcox, the lung and colon cancer patient navigator at Sanford Bemidji Cancer Center, works closely with patients and physicians to provide the best, most comprehensive care.
Our approach to lung cancer prevention and care Lung cancer is the second most commonly diagnosed cancer at Sanford Bemidji, and the primary cause of cancer deaths in the United States. While those facts are sobering, lung screenings resulting in earlier diagnoses, and improved treatment technologies are contributing to better outcomes for patients.
Did you know? We work toward better treatments
Our cancer registry is a specialty of the health information technology field. A cancer registrar manages cancer patient databases, recording information that may be used to help detect cancer earlier, improve treatments and increase survival rates.
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If diagnosed with lung cancer, patients at Sanford Bemidji can benefit from the most advanced treatment technologies and patient support system close to home. Patient navigation is the most recent program addition; Kristin Wilcox, RN, joined the staff in June as the lung and colon cancer patient navigator. Kristin steps in shortly after a patient’s diagnosis, mailing out an educational packet and visiting with the patient by telephone to answer questions and ease concerns. “Patients are bombarded with so much new information and they are juggled between a lot of different areas,” Kristin said. “This is a scary time for them. They don’t always hear, or remember, what goes on in their appointments. I encourage patients to bring someone with them. If they don’t have anyone to accompany them, I offer to sit in on the consults with them.”
Kristin follows up after appointments to see if patients have any questions. She connects patients to other support they may need such as social services and nutritional counseling. She also tracks patient charts and pathology reports throughout their treatment. In short, Kristin does everything she possibly can to make their journey less stressful. While Kristin’s role is to work with patients who are already diagnosed with lung cancer, she is a strong proponent of lung screenings and their effectiveness in catching lung cancer early. Sanford’s low-dose CT technology provides radiologists with higher resolution images to better view the lungs, at the same time exposing patients to minimal radiation. The painless CT screenings reveal nodes or nodules on the lung. Most nodules are not cancer, Kristin said. They can be caused by a variety of non-threatening conditions.
How can I avoid lung cancer?
Small changes can have big results. Cigarette smoking is the single most preventable cause of lung cancer death. • If you can’t quit smoking independently, seek help •A void exposure to secondhand smoke •E at a healthy diet •B e physically active for 30 minutes each day • Test your home for radon •A void toxins at work
“If no nodes are found in your initial screening, it’s recommended that you have another screening the following year,” Kristin said. “After that, you and your provider will determine if you should continue screenings.” Lung screenings are recommended for adults age 55 to 77 and people with a heavy smoking history, current smokers or former smokers who quit in the last 15 years. These age ranges and smoking references are set to target people at highest risk for developing lung cancer. Anyone who is or has been a longtime smoker should talk to his/her primary care physician about the advisability of having a lung screening. Because insurance coverage varies, it’s important to check your insurance plan to see if lung screenings are covered. Your physician can refer you for a screening and will notify you of results.
Tobacco Dependence Program When you’re ready to quit, we can help Most tobacco users say they would quit if it were just a little easier. Today it can be. Let Sanford Bemidji’s tobacco treatment specialists guide you through the process. Our counselors specialize in treating tobacco dependence and offer individualized tobacco cessation and relapse prevention programs tailored to meet your needs.
Call (218) 333-5017 to learn more.
Did you know? Our cancer team includes social workers
Oncology social workers assess the needs of the patient, connect the patient with resources, help the patient with insurance and other financial concerns and provide support for the patient.
We support survivors
Sanford Bemidji hosted its very first cancer survivor picnic in June 2015 with plans to make this an annual event for survivors and their families.
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For Eileen Spilman, basket weaving has been her therapy and her salvation during her breast cancer journey. She used it to relax and enjoy time with her friends.
Constant companion in care
Cancer patients are never alone
Support is crucial in the battle against cancer, says Eileen, of Bemidji. Her support system is strong: a loving family, friends and a dedicated team at Sanford Health.
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Sanford’s survivorship program helps cancer patients address emotional, physical and nutritional effects of cancer on patients and families. Training for Hope is a cancer survivor fitness program to help patients rebuild physical stamina.
In the beginning Eileen’s cancer journey began with her annual mammogram at Bemidji’s Edith Sanford Breast Center, scheduled by her primary care provider,
The staff in the radiation department was extremely friendly and made it very easy for me.
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Basket making has long been Eileen Spilman’s therapy, a relaxing art she enjoys and teaches others to enjoy. Last year when she was diagnosed with breast cancer, she discovered an accompanying benefit. Her fellow basket weavers turned out in force to support her through her ordeal.
Deborrah Frable, MD, PhD. The following day, she learned the results showed an abnormality. That same afternoon, she was scheduled for a second mammogram, an ultrasound and a biopsy. Results were positive for early stage breast cancer.
Patient navigator Terri Bentler, BSN, RN, OCN, CN-BN, became Eileen’s advocate, easing the way during the process. “We are a resource for patients,” Terri said. “They may feel like the floor is falling out from underneath them and don’t even know what questions to ask. We can explain things along the way and help them get what they need.”
Always by your side Dr. Frable met with Eileen to discuss test results and options. Together they walked down to the office of Allan Campbell, MD, a board-certified surgeon who specializes in oncology surgery. A lumpectomy was scheduled. “When these cancers are caught early, outcomes are going to be better,” Dr. Campbell said. “Early detection also increases options for women, such as whether they have a lumpectomy or mastectomy.”
“It all went really well,” Eileen said. “I expected the radiation to be harder than it was. The staff in the radiation department was extremely friendly and made it very easy for me.”
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“It’s another one of the things we do to encourage patients along the way and recognize they have completed a tough time and are moving on,” Terri explained.
listened when Eileen said something wasn’t working and adapted exercises accordingly.
Eileen said Sanford gave her access to compassionate, caring people from a variety of disciplines. The June
While Eileen has the advantage of a strong support system with her family and friends, that is not the case for all patients. Terri said she often works with patients to ease contributing stressors, such as lack of transportation to get to appointments or inability to leave other family members home alone.
They may feel like the floor is falling out from underneath them and don’t even know what questions to ask. We can explain things along the way.
More than medical care Eileen even appreciated the diversion provided by the jigsaw puzzles in the waiting room. Another small, but significant, act is the recognition patients receive when they complete chemotherapy treatment. A bell rings, staff claps and the patient receives a certificate.
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Radiation treatments, under the direction of radiation oncologist John Bollinger, MD, followed.
Survivorship Picnic encouraged her as she met other survivors who were celebrating their years since diagnosis. Training for Hope fitness trainer Tanya Clemenson gave the right amount of pushing that Eileen needed to begin rebuilding her physical stamina. At the same time, Tanya
Support in and out of the hospital
“Things like this can be barriers to treatment,” Terri said. “We have a lot of rural patients. They may decide against treatment because the distance is too far or they are a caregiver for a parent who can’t be left home alone. We work to help alleviate factors like that.” The ultimate goal, of course, is a cancer-free patient. When that happens, everyone celebrates. On Oct.12, 2015, Eileen had a mammogram that revealed exactly what she, her family, her friends and her care team at Sanford wanted to see. She is now cancer free.
Did you know? You have access to palliative care
Eileen’s hobby is quite visible in her home, where she proudly displays baskets she’s woven as well as those she’s collected through her travels.
Palliative care is interdisciplinary, person-and-family-centered health care for individuals and families affected by serious or life-limiting illness. The goal is to relieve pain and other symptoms and stress of the illness, thereby optimizing quality of life.
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Genetics’ role in cancer As genetics becomes an increasingly important component in the fight against cancer, Sanford Health in Bemidji has a specialist on staff devoted to helping patients research and understand how their genetic makeups may impact their likelihood of developing cancer – and how best to beat it. Jennifer Leonhard, MS, CGC, is a certified genetic counselor at Sanford Bemidji who joined the team in June 2014. In her role, she works with patients to discuss their personal and family histories and potentially examine their own genetics to search for specific genetic markers that can impact their cancer risk. While many patients come to her after receiving a cancer diagnosis, Jennifer also routinely sees those seeking to get ahead of a potential diagnosis. For example, if a woman’s mother was diagnosed with cancer and found to have a gene mutation that increases her risk of breast and ovarian cancer, that woman’s daughter might seek out
Jennifer to find if she has that gene mutation. “Testing is always helpful,” said Jennifer. “If we test someone with a family history and they’re positive for a specific marker, then we know there’s a genetic predisposition. If it is negative, it’s still very informative, Jennifer added. “We know, OK, we didn’t find that gene change but we still have that family history to work with. We can say, ‘OK, your mom had breast cancer at 45 so instead of screening at 40, you should start screening at 35.’ The objective, she explained, is to start screenings with mammograms 10 years prior to the age of onset. Those recommendations are developed not only from the genetic testing itself, but also from screenings and assessments such as the Gail Model, which can help determine an individual’s cancer risk prior to any diagnosis. “If we identify that your likeliness of breast cancer is greater than 20 percent, instead of just offering the annual mammograms, we will also offer an annual breast MRI. So you’re actually being seen every six months instead of every year,” Jennifer said. For those already diagnosed with cancer, a genetic screening is not initially offered to every single patient but may be recommended based on an individual’s personal and family histories. For example, genetic counseling is recommended for any cancer patient diagnosed under the age of 45, for those diagnosed with two or more cancers, or for those who have multiple family members with cancer. Jennifer said cancer patients typically come to see her after they have been seen by other specialists.
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“We try to meet with patients after they’ve seen medical oncology, and the pathology is back, partly because
the pathology of breast cancer helps determine if there’s a genetic predisposition as well,” she said. For example, triple-negative breast cancer is more common with a gene mutation, such as BRCA. “For some, especially if they have a high-risk family history or if they’re young and their pathology is pending, they can still come see me because a lot of people are using genetic testing for medical management,” Jennifer said. An individual, for example, may be deciding between a lumpectomy and a mastectomy when a gene mutation is identified, potentially impacting that individual’s eventual decision. Likewise, a woman may choose to undergo a mastectomy if she is BRCApositive, even if she has not yet been diagnosed with breast cancer. Some women, Jennifer explained, do not want to go through screenings every six months constantly worrying about developing breast cancer when breast removal can reduce her cancer risk by 95 percent. “By the time they come to see me I’m looking for patterns,” she said. “I’m looking if there’s something that would indicate an increased risk for cancer.” As the genetic counselor here in Bemidji, Jennifer does work with medical specialties outside of cancer – such as prenatal medicine – but said the Edith Sanford Breast Center is most accustomed to working with her. As part of the cancer committee’s prevention project, Jennifer has spoken at several community events throughout the year to increase the knowledge and awareness of genetic counseling’s role in cancer prevention. “Sanford Health is really trying to grow genetic counseling and I love that. To have a facility that nurtures it is just phenomenal,” said Jennifer.
Patient navigators: Personal guides through the cancer journey Registered nurses Kristin Wilcox and Terri Bentler are patient navigators at Sanford Bemidji. Kristin assists lung and colon cancer patients and Terri works with breast cancer patients.
Patient navigators serve as the main contact for patients and their families, helping navigate the complex world of cancer treatment. They coordinate appointments, communicate with the care team to keep treatments on track and refer patients to additional resources. “I view my role as a privilege, walking with patients during a very unexpected and difficult time in their lives,” says oncology patient navigator Terri Bentler. “I do my best to offer support and hope from my experience and knowledge in oncology care.”
Terri and Kristin Wilcox are registered nurses working as patient navigators. Patients appreciate having one person to help them deal with the many facets of treatment care. Besides not feeling well and dealing with the emotional stress, they are easily overwhelmed by all the various resources necessary for their care and treatment. “One patient told me he had so many questions, but no idea who to call: the surgeon, the radiation oncologist or the medical oncologist,” Kristin said. “My answer was simple. Call me.
I take every question our patients have, and then get back to them with the answers.” Formerly an oncology nurse, Kristin loves her new role because she gets to spend individualized time with her patients. “Every experience is different for every patient,” she said. “But it’s always an emotional time. My patients are so appreciative of everything I can do to help them. My job is very rewarding.”
Life-saving screenings for our community At the Boomers and Beyond 50+ Senior Expo in August, Sanford Bemidji provided breast cancer education and prevention programming with the aim of increasing participation in mammography screenings. Onsite scheduling for a future mammogram at the Edith Sanford Breast Center was offered to all women who stopped at the booth. Nine women registered that day. Women whose screenings were benign were notified by mail. One
was diagnosed with breast cancer. Her mammography results led to biopsy and an early stage cancer diagnosis. Community events such as the annual Boomers Expo are good opportunities to share important health care education with people who might not otherwise seek out that information, said Terri Bentler, Sanford oncology patient navigator.
this help us educate and encourage future screenings,” Terri said. “It’s a more casual environment and allows us to talk to women we may never see in the clinic.” Every year, Sanford Bemidji schedules two or more breast cancer education, prevention and/or early detection programs in coordination with other local agencies or community facilities.
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Breast cancer survivors from northern Minnesota enjoyed a trip to the Edith Sanford Breast Cancer Retreat held in Fargo, N.D.
48 emerging artists took part in one of two TAP (Traveling Art Pub) events held at Sanford Bemidji Medical Center in October.
Sanford employees who are also breast cancer survivors enjoyed a night at the BSU vs. UND hockey game.
Simone Jordan and Betsie Curb were part of the Beauty of Hope luncheon along with several other table hosts and guests.
Everyone had fun with the pink out during the Bemidji Blue Ox Marathon races. Even Paul got in the spirit.
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Isn’t it interesting how the more things change, the more they stay the same? Sanford Bemidji’s campus looks different than it did in 1898 when Benedictine nuns from Crookston leased the second floor of the Nagle store to use as a temporary hospital. Just one year later, their dream for a permanent hospital became a reality when St. Anthony’s Hospital was completed. Over the next several years, the hospital expanded to meet the needs of a growing community. Then, disaster struck in 1929 when a fire at the hospital, due to defective wiring, destroyed the facility. Fortunately, all patients were evacuated, but they needed a place to go. The community rallied together for a fund drive to rebuild the hospital. In December of that same year, a new hospital opened with 30-bed capacity, nine physicians and 14 employees. Our founders’ vision for health care in our community was extraordinary and their intention to create a legacy was clear. Philanthropy made it possible then, and it is just as vital today. Even with all of these changes throughout the years, the same caring spirit remains today. In the pages that follow, we honor those who are committed to the health of our community. We are proud to call them our investors, partners and friends. They help us continue to transform health care in the Bemidji region for the thousands of patients and families who entrust their lives to us.
No other charity has such a potent mission as health care, whose charge is caring for everyone in the community from their first breath to their last.
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SANFORD HEALTH FOUNDATION OF NORTHERN MINNESOTA BOARD OF DIRECTORS The members of the Sanford Health Foundation of Northern Minnesota Board of Directors are dedicated community leaders, selected for their expertise and experience in key areas beneficial to the philanthropic success of the Foundation. Each makes a significant commitment of time and engagement to ensure the continued success of the Foundation and Sanford Health of Northern Minnesota. Board members serve as volunteers and are not compensated for their services.
Bob Fitzgerald
Sylvia Wildgen
Craig Boyer
Board Chair
Immediate Past Chair
Treasurer
Kraus-Anderson Construction Director of Operations Bemidji, MN
Security Bank USA Vice President Sales/Marketing Bemidji, MN
Sanford Health of Northern Minnesota Chief Financial Officer Bemidji, MN
Penny Echternach
Bryan Nermoe
Jean Baer
Interim President
Foundation Director
Sanford Health of Northern Minnesota Bemidji, MN
Community Member Bemidji, MN
Sanford Health Foundation of Northern Minnesota Northome, MN
Ryan Baer Security Bank USA Senior VP/CCO Bemidji, MN
Eileen Bretschneider
Chris Carter
Edward Jones Financial Advisor Bemidji, MN
Sanford Health of Northern Minnesota Radiation Therapist Bemidji, MN
Kevin Cease
Paul Diehl
Dave Hengel
Cease Family Funeral Homes Manager Bemidji, MN
Diehl Project Management, Inc. President Tenstrike, MN
Greater Bemidji Executive Director Bemidji, MN
Kelley Hengel
Pat Kelly
Nancy Luoma
Bemidji Area Schools ISD 31 Guidance Counselor Bemidji, MN
Community Member Bemidji, MN
Sanford Health of Northern Minnesota Patient Access Specialist Bemidji, MN
Doug Oman
Jennifer Sanford
Melissa Vacek
Community Member Bemidji, MN
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United Way of Bemidji Area Office Assistant Bemidji, MN
Security Bank USA Personal Banker Bemidji, MN
THANK YOU TO OUR VOLUNTEERS The Sanford Health Foundation of Northern Minnesota is proud to recognize these amazing individuals who give freely of their time and talents. Because of their service, the Foundation enjoys continued success in fulfilling its mission to support and promote health care services for our local community. Annual Support Committee Cory Gish Dave and Kelley Hengel, Co-Chairs Kurt Knott Andrew LaTourelle Kell Lovell Paul Muller John Ostrem Lori Paris Lanee Paulson Tracy Pogue Dianne Sizer Business Relations Committee Paul Diehl, Vice Chair Chad Harding Ashley Johnson Margot Kelsey Kirk Malkowski Mike McNiel Melissa Vacek, Chair Ryan Welle Community Health Program Deb Allison Cathy Hedstrom Sky Jager Jennifer Sanford, Chair Rebecca Snyder Community Relations Committee Kathy Burger Kevin Cease, Co-Chair Jim Ghostley Kathy Hruby Pat Kelly, Co-Chair Dick and Linda Klovstad Andrea Lewis Mike Mohler Barb Mountain Barb Treat Shannon Westhoff
Employee Foundation Committee Pat Bartels Chris Carter, Co-Chair Tanya Clemenson Penny Echternach Kari Knudson Sarah Lehman Nancy Luoma, Co-Chair Amy Magnuson Erin Petrowske Duane Sand Janna Schiltz Jane Storlie Jodi Walker-O’Beirne Major Gifts Committee Jeremy Fayette Bob Fitzgerald Sylvia Wildgen, Chair
Planned Gifts Committee Jim Bensen Eileen Bretschneider Sue Dearholt Jon Huseby Doug Oman, Chair Barb Smith Josh Wilde Dennis Zeto Allen Zutz Special Gifts Committee Emily Aitken-MaGaurn Ryan and Jean Baer, Co-chairs Jake Bluhm Harriet Gordon Kari Gregg Ken and Kari Howe Ilene Johanneson Gary Johnson Dina Lee Emeritus Jim Thompson
Gifts at work Bloom the Boutique Providing personal care services during cancer treatment
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Who’s the “apple” of your eye? Paula Howard, owner of Big Apple Bagels in Bemidji, appreciates the care she received from Sanford Bemidji Cancer Center.
For Paula Howard, owner of Big Apple Bagels, it’s the cancer team at Sanford Bemidji. Paula was diagnosed in December 2012, soon after moving to Bemidji from Forest Lake, Minn., a community 30 minutes outside Minneapolis. “Coming from the Twin Cities, I didn’t know what to expect from the local care in Bemidji, but I was so impressed, right from the get go,”
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she said. “I really felt like I had a team here, from every aspect.”
center, letting her keep up with the activities of her three teenagers.
Her treatment began immediately with a course of chemotherapy, followed by surgery and then radiation.
“When so much is out of your hands, I was grateful for their flexibility. They cared about treatments working into our lives,” she said.
“The physicians and nurses were phenomenal. After 15 months together, I actually miss them!” she laughs. Paula also appreciated her team’s willingness to schedule treatments around her life outside the cancer
Today, Paula is back to life as normal, juggling family life and running the Big Apple Bagels shop she and her husband opened when they arrived in Bemidji. After the past two years, she feels like she’s just where she belongs.
SANFORD BEMIDJI CANCER CENTER Twenty years ago, cancer care wasn’t even available in Bemidji. It’s hard to believe, since everyone knows someone who has had cancer. Maybe it’s even a personal experience for you and your family. Today, Sanford Bemidji has nationally accredited cancer and breast cancer programs. We offer great cancer care and treatment, but they’re located in a variety of places on and off campus. Through Care Without Limits we will build a new cancer center, creating one place for coordinated, patient-centered care. It will provide cutting-edge technologies, treatments, expert staff and survivorship support all under one roof. With your help, we will build the most advanced cancer center our region has ever known. It will allow patients and their families to stay close to home for the care and comfort they need.
Did you know?
Together…we will transform cancer care in Bemidji.
• One in two men will develop cancer • One in three women will develop cancer • Each year, approximately 400 patients are diagnosed with cancer in the Bemidji region • The most frequent types of cancer diagnosed in the Bemidji region are: – Breast – Lung and bronchus (higher than national average) – Prostate – Melanoma (skin) – Colon
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LEGACY SOCIETY The Legacy Society recognizes friends of the Sanford Health Foundation of Northern Minnesota who have arranged for a future gift by way of a will, trust, insurance policy or life income agreement. We honor them here for their vision, commitment and inspiration to others. Anonymous* Bill† and Jessie† Baer Marie Bishop† Art Breen† Walter† and Dorothy† Breen
Jared and Penny* Echternach Rebecca Eggers† Nancy Ehlen Fund of the Central Minnesota Community Foundation
Evan Hazard Tom and Kathy Hruby Eva Lind Betty Murray Father Keough Patnode†
LeoJean Rosaaen† Howie and Darlene Schultz Laverne Stephens† Floyd Tweten - Gifts O’ the Wild Helen Vasher†
HONORS SOCIETY The Honors Society is comprised of individuals, businesses, organizations and foundations that have lifetime giving or pledged $10,000 or more to Sanford Health Foundation of Northern Minnesota. We honor them here for their generous support. $1 million or more George W. Neilson Foundation Joseph† and Janice Lueken/The Joseph and Janice Lueken Family Foundation Wayne and Beverly Thorson $250,000 to $999,999 First National Bank Bemidji Friends of Sanford Health $100,000 to $249,999 American Heart Association, Inc. Breen Estate Steve and Jill Hill - Hill’s Plumbing & Heating Otter Tail Power Company Paul Bunyan Communications Joseph and Jane Welle Robert† and Jeanette† Welle $50,000 to $99,999 Icelandic Properties Kraus-Anderson Construction Company Lueken’s Village Foods North Country Business Products Potlatch Corporation Margaret Welle $25,000 to $49,999 Winnifred Anderson† Anonymous (2) Bill† and Jessie† Baer Estate Jim and Nancy Bensen Craig* and Wendy Boyer Mark and Marlys Brown - Bank Forward Citizens State Bank Midwest Dondelinger GM of Bemidji Mark* and Darice Dwyer Eagles Aerie and Auxiliary #351 Walt and June Fankhanel Ted† and Ardis† Gillett Dick and Gloria Gregg Paul* and Paige Hanson Hanson Electric of Bemidji, Inc. Evan Hazard Insure Forward Ilene Johanneson Dave and Joy* Johnson
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McEachern Family Foundation Ben and Miriam Miller Dan* and Valerie Olson Peterson Sheet Metal Joanne Torfin Rod Will* and Anne Meredith-Will Ted and Mary Margaret Will $10,000 to $24,999 Troy* and Becky Ament Kris* and Linda Anderson Anderson Fabrics, Inc. Anonymous (3) Roland* and Joni* Armstrong Pete and Alane Aube Jay and Lin Backstrom Carl and Terry Baer John Baer Ryan and Jean Baer Bonnie Bailey* and Esther Covert Scott and Lynn Baird Dennis* and Diane Barrett Bill and Chris Baumgartner Rob* and Kari Belanger Beltrami Electric Cooperative Bemidji Medical Equipment Anthony Bennett* Kermit and Sandy Bensen Terry and Sherri Birkeland M. Fern Birnstihl† Marie Bishop† Al† and Leona† Bontgrager Max and Bev Boyer Herb* and Jana Bromenshenkel Ted and Kathy Burger Jason* and Angie Caron Ron and Carol Carpenter Clarity Glass - Gary and Kari Gregg Denny Clemenson Bret and Veronica Cooper Joe* and Sally* Corser John and Jan Cota Dean and Wendy Crotty Tom D’Albani and Jane Killgore* Joseph and Michelle Dahlby Dairy Queen - Bemidji Deerwood Bank Dan* and Beth DeKrey James* and Jana Dewar Larry Diffley†
Jon and Elizabeth Duncan Jared and Penny* Echternach Paul and Diane Eggebraaten Rebecca Eggers† Helen Eggert Nancy Ehlen Fund of the Central Minnesota Community Foundation Enbridge John and Patsy Erickson Jim and Tiffany Fankhanel Jon* and Carrie Fish Bob and Diane* Fitzgerald Brad and Becky* Fossand Fraternal Order of Eagles Jim and Teresa† Galloway Doug and Louise Gish Franklyn and Marilyn Goodell Harriet Gordon Megan Gross* Victor and Carol Hagstrom Mark and Shari* Hahn John and Jeanette Halcrow Andy and Lena Haskell David and Cynthia* Haskin Jeffrey A. Hill and Amy L. Dubray Howard* and Mary† Hoody Doug and Melissa Hoover Counselor Realty of Bemidji Ken and Kari Howe Tom and Kathy Hruby Gary and Lizbeth Johnson Jay and Jane† Johnson Bruce and Marsha Kaehne Bill and Pat Kelly Josh* and JoAnn* Kelsey Dick and Linda Klovstad Knife River - MDU Resources Foundation Alan Korpi and Martha Nelson Harlan and Vicky* Korynta Frank and Diane Labadie Jon and Sara Labraaten - State Farm Insurance Matt* and Dina Lee Glen and Terri Lindseth Brian and Becky Livermore DJ MaGaurn and Emily AitkenMaGaurn Tom and Marilyn Miller Mike and Darlene Moen
Betty Murray William† and Dona Mae Naylor Naylor Electric Brad* and Nancy Neis Jim and Neel Nelson Norbord Minnesota Lisa Noreen* North Central Door Company, LLC Doug and Sandi Oman Terry and Cheryl* Palmer Wes and Julie Papenfuss Paul Bunyan Broadcasting Company Keith and Christina Pennel Bob and Mary Lou Peters Darrin and Kaci* Petersen Don† and Gloria Phelps Rod and De Pickett Pinnacle Jon and Trish Quistgaard Regional Anesthesia Services Patrick Riley and Natalie Roholt* Jack and Marie St. Martin Chris* and Meghan* St. Peter Jon and Anne Sand Joe and Karen Savoie Mark* Shanfeld Bill and Michelle Shuler Richard Stennes* Lee and Mary Swanson Chet† and Helen Swedmark Dave and Nancy Swenson Doug and Lori Taylor TEAM Foundation Dean and Mary Ann Thompson Jerry and Jane Thompson TransCanada USA Services, Inc. TruStar Federal Credit Union Tom and Alma Turney David* and Beth VanEngelenhoven Rick and Nancy Vyskocil James* and Sally Wagner Walman Optical Company Tom and Paulette Welle Wells Fargo Bryan and Judy Westerman Stuart and Susan* Wiegner Josh and Lexie Wilde Sylvia Wildgen Doug and Kim Williams Rob and DeAnn Zavoral † deceased
* employee
INVESTORS IN HEALTH We are grateful for our Investors in Health donors who have given annual gifts of $1,000 or more to Sanford Health Foundation of Northern Minnesota from July 2014 to October 2015. We are pleased to honor them here. $1,000 to $2,499 Affinity Plus Federal Credit Union Lou Buron Ronald Cuperus Dick and Ann Day Erpelding Family Tina Falk Kevin and Shelly Geerdes Lloyd and Dolores Larson Marketplace Foods Margaret Maus Northwestern Surveying & Engineering Michael O’Gorman Traveling Art Pub, Inc.
Gifts at work Pediatrics Providing children with comfort while in the hospital
PARTNERS IN HEALTH We appreciate our Partners in Health donors who have provided annual gifts up to $999 from July 2014 to October 2015 to the Sanford Health Foundation of Northern Minnesota. $500.00 to $999.99 Ace on the Lake Paul* and Cindy Andreas Roy Antle Troy and Crystal Baker Aaron* and Tia* Barthorpe Jason and Stacy* Baumgart Bemidji Lions Club Bernick’s Alan and Mary Lou Boden Penny Bohlman* Mary Campbell Chris Carter* and Simone Jordan* Jim and Gail* Conway Ann Daley Dominium Mgmt Services, LLC Kathryn Edwards-Lindseth* Jan Filkins Robert Frazey Alan and Leslie Hartje Larry and Wilda Hegstad Gary Kallstrom* Jeanne LaCroix Kathy Lemoine George Lister Katie Lowe* Patrick and Mary* L. Miller Naylor Heating & Refrigeration Rita Nelson Estate of Bernard Nielson John and Lori Paris Norm Ricard Ding and Ina Roholt Barry* and Lisa Royce Saiger Steam Clean & Restoration, LLC Carol Sele* Sparkling Waters by the Bay, Inc. Denise Staehnke* Mary Thoreson* Trinity Free Lutheran Church US Foods † deceased
* employee
$250.00 to $499.99 Aardahl Lutheran Church Alcoholics Anonymous - Pine Tree II American Family Insurance Shannon Miller Agency Jacqueline Amsden* Jesse and Bonnie* Anderson Joan Anderson* Kermit and Judy Anderson Lanette Anderson* Stefani Anderson* James and Barbara Ballan Janet Barckholtz Robert and Diana† Bean Bemidji Ambulance Service, Inc. Bemidji Appraisal Service John and Jennifer Benjamin Dean and Terri* Bentler Joel and Kathryn Berglund Jon* and Barb* Bergquist John* and Megan Bollinger Margie Brusewitz* Shawn and Ila* Callagan Don and Georgine Casement Kelly Cease Bowman Lorraine Cecil Mark Colliton* Confidence Learning Center, Inc. Jack Downing† Sara K. Edwards* Ron and Karla* Eischens Kelly* and Tina* Fossand Jim and Connie Ghostley Cindi Gross* Andre Haddon* Bob and Elaine Honl Katherine Houchins* Bill Howe Melissa Johnson* Rusty Johnson* Tracy Johnson* Mike and Karen Kelly
Robert and Beth Ann* Korczak Angie Kovarik* Jerry and Christine* Kuzel Nancy Luoma* Andy and Marge Mack Larry and Kay Mack Ted and Betty Magnan Daniel and Karen Malinowski Kirk and Michelle* Malkowski Norman Malterud Trust Jack Mattison McKinnon Company Bruce and Liz Meade Memorial Blood Centers Merle’s Steam Clean & Restoration, Inc. Michael Foods, Inc. Dorothy Mickelberg Peter Montana Tim and Barb Mountain Dan and Lindi* Mrazek Roger and Gloria Muth Thomas and Cathy* Nash Alain Ndagijimana* New Salem Women’s Group Anita Norden* Gary and Karen Oftelie Olson-Schwartz Funeral Home Sandra Oustad* Ronald and Marguerite* Peterson Del* and Bonnie Preuss Janice Puttbrese* Andria Raynbird* Helean Robertson* St. Patrick’s Catholic Church Duane* and Diana* Sand Michael Sande Mark and Margaret* Schultz Nicole Severts* Steve Solien* Lorraine Sorensen Mary Sorlie*
Spartan Nash Pat Stromseth Ray and Brenda Sweeney Paul Swenson and Kathy Guess Scotty Tesar Tom and Alice Thompson Turtle River Chophouse Tutto Bene Wagner Plumbing & Heating, Inc. Gina Walkup Randy and Shannon* Westhoff David* and Jane Wilcox Keith and Nancy Winger Scott Winger Maggie Wolverton-Peterson* Paula Woods* Dani Yuretich* Allen and Alanna* Zutz $1.00 to $249.99 Bruce and Susan Aalgaard Dick and Sue Abbott Lisa Ackerman* Ed and Sally Acosta Wendell and Patti Affield Agropur Inc. Daniel and Gayle Ahlquist Nancy Aitken Leigh Alberts Mike and Rita Albrecht Shawn Allen Tom and Ann Allen Mary Almly Nancy Alto Karen Amble Dawn Ambuehl* Steve* and Nancy* Ames Teah Ames* Gerald and Clarice Amundson Jeanette Andersen Tricia Andersen* Angela Anderson*
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PARTNERS IN HEALTH continued Bethany Anderson* Bonnie K. Anderson Bruce and Patty Anderson Christine Anderson*
Kodi Baum* Sandra Baumann* Don and Laura Baumgartner John and Wanda Baumgartner
Gifts at work Cardiac Rehab Tools and resources for heart patients to succeed
Delmer and Lorraine Anderson Frances Anderson Kory and Jennifer* Anderson Linda Anderson* Michael Anderson* Ron and Susan* Anderson Sadie Anderson Scott and Lois Anderson Tanya Anderson* Terry and Shelley Anderson Viola Anderson* Anderson Masonry, Inc. / Yellowstone Anonymous* (4) Anonymous Barbara Arhart* Jill Ashline* Bruce Atwater Chuck and Ann Austad Jana Austad John and Mary Backlund Bagley Lions Club Bagley Tuesday Study Club Gilbert and JoAnne Bahr Kim Bahr* Lauree Bahr Rita Baird* Susan Baird Kelly Baker Mike Bakke* Carol Balcer* Glenes and Heidi Ball SuzAnn Ball* Diane Balstad Harold and Kathleen Baltzer Lea Balvitsch* Melissa Bannor SaraFena Banyai* Joy Barclay Milo and Jacqueline Barclay Linda Barkley* Christina Barnes Laurie Barnes Jessica Barnum Todd and Pat* Bartels James and Pat Barthorpe Rebecca A. Bastien Ron Batchelder Brittany Batcho* Howard and Betty Batten Billie Bauer Charlolett Bauer
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Joseph* and Sharon* Beaudreau Barbara Beck* Velda Beck* Joan Becker* Steven Behrens* Joel and Kimberly Beiswenger Dick and Josie Beitzel Bill and Brenda Belford Bell State Bank & Trust Beltrami County Sheriff’s Office Bemidji First City Lions Club Bemidji Pioneer June Bender Amanda Bensen* Alissa Benso* Charles and Ingie Benson Gary and Pamela* Benson W. Craig* and Barbara Benson Dan and Terri Bentler Aaron and Sarah Berg Norton and Carol Berg Palmer Berg Jeffrey Bergh* Bruce and Pat Berglund David* and Heidi* Bergstrom Rob and Ronnae Berry William and Ellen* Best Wesley Bickler* Eric and Nicholle* Bieberdorf Jill Biehn* David and Kathy Biel Beth Bielejeski* Thomas and Arlene Billberg Elizabeth Binkert* Janice Binkley* Clayton and Sylvia* Bitker Carol Bjelland* Heather Bjerke* Angela Bjerknes* Lee Blair* Sarah Blakeslee* Bruce and Linda Blanchard Betty Blooflat Curtis and Nancy* Blumhagen Bobcat of Bemidji Lea Bodenheimer Chris and Julie Boe Patricia Boen Darla Bohlman* Gretchen Bonik* Steve and Kristi Booth Darla Borgen*
Gerald and Suzanne Bormann Chelsea Borwege Pam Boswell* Sara Bowles* Shari Bowman* Penny Boyer* Kimberly Boysen* Mary Braaten* Michelle Braaten* Joan Bradseth* Nichole Brandt* Edwin and Margaret Branham Sarah Branham* Toni Bratager* Janet Bratlien Gary and Kay Breitag Alan Brew Marsha Brossart Gary and Dorothy* Broste Jim and Cherry Brouwer Dennis and Nancy Brovold Denise Brown* Janet Brown Johanna Brown* Michael and Lynnita Brown Stephanie Brown* Alyssa Bruning* Billie Bruns* Rich and Carol Bruune Lisa Buckanaga* June Buenger Barbara Buettner* Phil Buhn Richard Bull Ashley Bullinger Jennifer Bunich* Jami Burdick* Cheryl Burgess Kevin Burget Marv and Merrily Burmeister Val Burnham* Carole Burslie Sheena Cabritit* Harriet Cafaro Kathy Callagan* Samantha Cameron* Bruce and Trudi Campbell Terry Campbell Doug and Lois Cann Terrance and Nancy Carew Kris Carey* Dayton Carlson Greg and Julie Carlson Lois Carlson Pete and Kari Carlson Steve and Susan Carlson Jack and Diana Carroll Christina Cash* JoAnne Cassady Trudy Casto Kevin and Ann Cease Steve and Pat Addler Howard and Lexe Chambers Alexa Charlton* Ghada Chastek Duane and Elaine Christensen Roger and Sharon Christensen Alicia Christenson Kent and Mary Jo Christenson Maureen Christiansen Joy Christianson*
Grant* and Kris Christopher Louie and Judy Churack Matthew Clemenson* Brooks* and Tanya* Clemenson Carol Close Curtis Cloutier* Tammy Clyne* Kendra Cobb Coca-Cola Bottling Company of Bemidji, Inc. Susan Cole* Alan and Susan Colliander Lyle and Nancy Colligan Brenda Colligan-Pullins* Donna Collison Jesica Conrad Consolidated Telecommunications Company Lorraine Conway Cooperative Development Cooperative Network Services Joe and Karen Corcoran Dolf and Myrna* Corvelli Crystal Cota* Patrick and Kay Cotter Bernice Cotton Mark Coulter Curtis Crist* Susan Cronemiller* Sharon Culliton James and Susan Cummings Betsie Curb Brad Curran and Michelle Lasha Colleen Curran Jennie Cutter* Jeff and Cyndi Cwikla Lanny and Kathryn Cyr Joe and Kari Czapiewski Janice Dagen Jenifer Dahl* Ashley Dahlke* Dakota Refrigeration, Inc. Dick and Luann Dalluge Bruce and JoAnne Daniels Lindsay Daniels* Ryan and Sheryl Daniels Donna Danielson* Kathy Davey† Carey and Sammi* Davidson Paula Davidson* Susan Davidson Allen and Brenda* Davis Dean Foods/Land O’Lakes Deerwood Bank - Blackduck Amanda Dehart Thomas Dehler* Tara Delaney Brett DeLange* Patrick and Barb Demarchi Ronald and Peggy Desizlets James and Deborah DeWenter Brian DeWitt* Jane Dexter Lindsay Dickson* Sara Diggan* Larry and Karen Djernes Wesley and Sally Djonne Dennis and Susan Dobbelstein Lori Dobson* Neil and Merna Donald Sandra Donat* † deceased
* employee
PARTNERS IN HEALTH continued Patrick and Lori Donnay Herb and Lillian Doran Ron and Barbara D’Orazio Vernon and Lynne Dosch Karen Dougherty* Dan and Cindy Dow Margaret Dow Patricia Dow† Jean Downing Jack and Carole Drury Gabe and Judith Ducharme Tiffanie Dugstad* Michele Dunbar* Sarah Duncan* Wes and Dorothy Dunham Kenneth Dunlap Joe and Karen Dunn Dunn Bros. Coffee Benjamin and Deberah Dykema Lynn and Mary Eaton Duane and Cynthia Ebbighausen Richard and Galyeen Eckholm Scott and Corinda Edevold John and Lois Egelhof Janice Egersdorf Donna Eichstadt Rita Eickstadt* Elizabeth Ekre* Dean and Peggy Ellingson Sherry Ellis Susan Ellis* Inez Enblom Pat Enge John and Barbara Engel Pat Engel Steven and Sue Engel Ron and Tanya* Engesether Elizabeth Engum* Jeanne Erickson Jim and Linda Erickson JoAnn Erickson Kaylin Erickson Phil and Beth Eriksen Tammy Essig* Evangelical Free Church Youth Fund Marian Evans Sarah Evenson* Bobbi Fadness* Gale and Lois Falk Kathryn Falk* Amanda Fallgren* David and Pamela Fankhanel Adeline Farmes Lisa Fauth* Jeremy and Stacy Fayette Brian Feda* Federated Telephone & Farmers Mutual Telephone Barb Feeken Sophia Feldt* Alan and Sara Felix Tessa Fell Abby Fenlason* Robert and Janet Fenson Calli Ferdig* Lori Ferris* Benjamin and Tracy Filipi David Filkins Mindi Finck* First Lutheran Church Women † deceased
* employee
Five Star Vending Al Fivizzani, Jr. Amy Fjerstad* Jennie Fjerstad* Timothy and Stacy* Flahaven Tim and Julie Flathers Anita Flatt* Jennifer Florence Eilene Floura Jeremy Fogelson and Megan Fogelson-Dahlby Joe and Joan Forbes Thomas and Terri Forseth Teresa Forst* Ray and Linda Fowler Todd and Kerry* Frauenholtz Vince and Betty Freborg Cheryl Fredenburg Brian and Teresa Freeberg Kristin Freed Ervin Frenzel* Jerome and Elizabeth Frenzel Trisha Frericks* Bill Frey and Shari Schlucter Mary Freyholtz Sandie Fricke* Michelle Fride* Paul and Rochelle* Friesen Randy and Norma Frisk Jerry and Shirley Froseth Sharon Fruetel Stacy Fuerstenberg* Nancy Fuller* Bonnie Fullmer Vicki Furer* John and Caroline* Fylpaa Steve and Cynthia Gagnon Fulton and Nancy Gallagher Janna Galloway* Bill and Lisa Garbe George and Joann Gardner Teri Garrison* Cara Geiger* Jack and Darlene Geller Sarah Gennes Carolyn Gerbracht Rodney and Mary Gerbracht Verlie Geror Jennifer Gieser* LeeAnn Gilberg* Shelly Gilbertson* Scott and Annie Gildner Cory and Amy* Gish GKNP Klein, LLC Ronald and Nancy Gladen Theodore and Beverly Glandon Todd Glen* Lois Glime and Donna Glime Go & Whoa Harness Club Randy and Carrie* Goodwin Elaine Gould* Michael and Patricia Gould David and Patty Graham Eric and Mary Graham Jim and Celine Graham Paul Grand Iva Lee Graupman R. Graves Dean and Jennifer Gray Joann Greendahl* Dorothy Greiner*
David and Patty Graham Jerry and Nancy Greuel Bob and Susie Griggs Carol Grimes Gillian Grissom* Micheale Grotberg* John Grygelko* Jacqueline Greski Sondra Gudmundson* Mahrya Gudvangen* Nancy Guimaraes* Wendy Gullicksrud Donald and Jackie* Gunderson Russ and Audrey Gustafson Sanna Gustafson* Sandy Guyan Cory and Sarah Haack Tracy Haack* Katrina Hadden* Casandra Hadrava* Patricia Hadrava* Jennifer Hagelee* Natalie Haglund* Karl and Denise* Haldorson
Dolores Henson Tracey Hepola* John Herath David and Dorothy Hering Herington’s Shoe Store, Inc. Phil Heuer* Adam and Hillary Heuton Amanda Higgins* Colleen Himrod* Dean Hines Tim and Margaret Hins Max and Georgia Hirt Jim and Diane Hoffman John Hoffmann Mike Hoffmann* Benji and Lisa Hofstad Phil and Carole Hofstad Mitch Holland Alice Holliday David and Carole Holmes John and Joyce Holmstrom Don and Susan Hoonstra Nancy Hoppe Joel and Nicole Hopps
Gifts at work Pediatric Therapy Activities to engage pediatric therapy patients helping them improve by leaps and bounds Charlotte Halle* Mark and Denise Halverson Betty C. Halvorson Melissa Hanchon Charity Hanevold* Chuck and Becky Hanisch Sharon Hanks Wayne Hanschen* Rebecca Hansen* Marcy Hanson* Richard and Dianne Hanson Marcella Harder Libby Hargesheimer LynMaree Harris* Kerri Hartman-Mundhenke James and Becky Haskell James* and Cathie Hatch Heidi Hatfield* Jenelle Haugan* Leland and Rachelle Hayes Sally Hebbeler Scott and Heather Hebbeler Pat Hedlund* Tomy and Carolyn Hegland Helene Heinrich Charles and Joy Heller Mike and Bonnie Hemish Kenneth and Donna Hendrickson Melissa Hennum* Craig Henrickson* Matthew and Brenda* Henriksen Brad and Angela Hensley
Courtney Horgan* Clyde Horlick Hilda Hovland Vikki Howard* Bunny Howe Cheryl Hoyum Hubbard Broadcasting Joseph and Paula Huber Ray and Rose* Huckins Roslyn Huffman* Jody Hughes* Tim and Kathy Hughes Hugo’s Family Marketplace Jim and Jean Humeniuk Curtiss and Janet Hunt James and Barbi Hunter Stacy Hunter* Lloyd and Darlene Hurley Jon Huseby and Annie ClaessonHuseby Tina Huseby* Suzan Huus Dennis and Kathryn Huwe Jack and Sharon Israelson Darla Jackson John and Delphine Jacobsen Karen Jacobson Larry and Connie Jacobson Sarah McKee* Ronald and Eleanor Jenkins Chuck* and Kristine Jensen Janet Jensen*
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PARTNERS IN HEALTH continued Serena Jesme* Carrie Jessen* Harry and Ann Jett Bonnie Jevning and Lowell Vagle Tony and Tracy Johanns Connie Johnshoy Amy Johnson* Clyde Johnson Deborah Johnson and Colleen Bakken Donald and Darlene Johnson Elizabeth Johnson* Erica Johnson Garett Johnson* Gary and Denise Johnson Kirby Johnson Laurel Johnson Mamie Johnson† Mary Johnson Michael and Karen Johnson Roger Johnson Scott Johnson* Steve and Kathy Johnson Tina Johnson* Wayne and Marlene Johnson Kathy Johnson-Paquin* Marshall and Barbara Johnston Jolynn Jones* Tara Jones* Terry and Patricia Jones David Julson Meghan Julson Jeff and Shelly* Julson Just for Today Al-Anon James and Lisa Justus Roxanne Kaasa
Danielle Kleszyk* Allison Klingenberg* Robert and Gloria Klinger Aynsley Kluchnik* Myra Knaffla Ray and Bea Knodel Pat and Patty Knoer John and Lou Ann Knorr Clayton and Ivy Knoshaug Sandi Knotts* David Knudson Seth and Kari* Knudson Karel Knutson Ryan Knutson* William and Joyce Koehnen Rick and Nancy Koenck Hailey Koep* Caitlin Koethe* Kalli Kohlhoff* Lorinda Kompelien* Kathryn Kosobud Ron and Mary Kostohryz Donald J. and Beverly A. Kraft Rebekah Kraft* Rebecca Krienke* Hank and Angela Krigbaum Curt and Sue Kringen Miranda Krippner* Thomas and Judy Kriz Martha Kroeger Dawn Kroening* James and Pat Kroeplin Brandy Kroubetz* Carrie Krump* Robert and Karla Kuespert Tom and Kimberly Kusler
Gifts at work Rehab therapy Therapeutic activity to enhance patient healing
Dan and Marcia Kaliher Isaac and Marianne Kamrud Mary Kantor Vera Kavanagh Arla Keckeisen Annette Keefe* Keith’s Pizza, Inc. William and Connie* Kelm Jeanie Kennedy Gloria Kersting Frances Kiefer Donna Kimball Brenda Kingdon* Stacy Kinnen* Ruth Kirby* Diane Klasen LeRoy Klasen Leslie Kleeb* Barbara Kleeberger Jim and Patty Klemmetsen
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Donna Laakso* Heather Labat Gina Labernik* Dennis and Hazel LaCroix Lake Communications Nancy Lamon* Wally and Judy Lamon Laura Lancaster* Mary Kay Lane Jon and Ada Langhout Michelle Lanning* Alice Lapp Rev. Gene and Inez Laramy Jim and Lori Lares James Large, Jr.* Ruth Larsen Callie Larson Corman Larson Dewey and Julie Larson Doreen Larson
Edwin and Barbara Larson Sylvia Larson Eva Lasker* Lyle Lauber Debbie Lauderbaugh Krista Kalthoff LaVergne* Sara Lavin Jean Leaf Sarah Lehman* Tom and Diane* Leif Marsha Leintz* Timothy and Marilyn Leister Alyssa Lemke* Kaytie Lene* Laureen Lene Jen Leonhard* Bryan and Sara LePier Bret and Andrea* Lewis Donald and Marlene Lewis Kari Lewis* Jacob Lien* Tom and Connie Lillo Darlene Lind Helene Lind Kevin and Susan Lind Lloyd and Patricia Lind Bridget Lindell Bob and Edith Lindgren Lisa Lindgren Lindner Media Productions, Inc. Michelle Lindom* Abby Lindseth Luella Lindseth Elizabeth Lindsey* Shane and Amelia Linehan Bev Lofgren* Michael Lohse* Joseph Love Kell Lovell John and Carol Lovly Erica Lovold* Mackenzie Lowe Christopher Lucia Mrs. Don Luetkeman Jamie Lundell Chester and JoEllyn Lundin Sandra Lunemann* Jodale Lutgen* Terry Lyle* Ronald and Clare Lyman Del and Betsy* Lyren Paul and Pamela* Maatz Carrol and Janice Mace Tabby Mack* Marie Macleod Brent and Amy* Magnuson Tracy Magoon Zach and Autumn* Mahaffey Mary Mahle* Judy Makela Gloria Maltais Steve Malterud Adren Mann Justin Mann Dave and Terri Mans Louis and Mary Lou Marchand Marco Calvin Marjamaa Monte Marmorine* Barry and Joan* Martens Audrey Martin*
Don* and Lisa* Martin Vicky Maruska* Sam and Dawn Mason Don and Jill Masten Lillian Mathews Terry and Bev* Matson Diane Mattila Kevin and Mary* Mattison Shirley May* Gilles Mbo Enoa* Gay McCollum* Constance McCrary Sean McCroy* Kelly McDonald* Ken and Cheryl McDonald Naomi McDonald* Betsy McDowell Barbara McGregor Jill McIntosh* Jeanne McKenzie* Carrie Melcher* Robert and Mary Melchior Janelle Menard Bernice Meredith Tamara Metzger Chuck Meyer and Carolyn Jacobs Gordon and Darlene Mickelberg Jane Miller* Mr. & Mrs. Thomas Miller Miller McDonald, Inc. Paula Milne* Pete and Durayne Mitby Donald and Cheryl Mitchell Lonnie Moch* Michael Mock* Mylan and Janet Moen Patsy Moen Victoria Moen* Julie Moon* Nikki Moon Donald and Cheri Moos Jennifer Morehart* Richard and Erin Morehouse Mayabelle Morganson Robert and Carol Mork Debbie Morrison* Maria Morrison Moss & Barnett Paul and Jamie Muller William Muller* Brian and Jolee Murawski Chelsie Murphy Conrad and Geraldine Murphy Dennis and Mary Murphy Doug and Donna Muyres Gordon and Karen Myerchin Gary and Victoria Myers Robin Myers* Sally Myers* JoAnna Myhrer* Eric and Kris* Naig National Information Solutions Cooperative Noel Nehl* Michael and Danae Nei Andrea Nelson* Colleen Nelson* Elaine Nelson* Eunice Nelson Jeffrey and Kerry Nelson Kathryn Nelson* † deceased
* employee
PARTNERS IN HEALTH continued Melissa Nelson* Tammy Nelson* John and Peggy Neubeck Danielle Newland* William and Elizabeth Nichols Gladys Nicol David and Laurie Nielsen Heidi Nilson Don and Jan Niskanen Anna Nistler Dennis and Cynthia Nord Kim Nord Terry and Mary Nord Verna Norden Ardis Norenberg Todd and Marye Norenberg Pam Norman Steven and Krystie North Northern Lakes Vending, Inc. Northwest Cabinets, Inc. Jennie Norton* Elizabeth Novotney Lydia Nygaard Marilyn Nyland* Heather Oakes* Larry and Carol Oakes Vincent O’Beirne and Jodi WalkerO’Beirne Nancy O’Connell* Ron and Deb* Oelrich Rolan* and Megan* Ohnstad Ashley Oien Rodney and Evelyn Oja Gbemisola Olaniran* Betty Olsen Annette Olson* Betsy Olson* Beverlee Olson Brian and Michelle Olson Bruce and Shirley Olson Edward and Pamela Olson Jeff Olson and Kim Storlie-Olson* Sheldon* and LaRayne* Olson Laurel Olson* Mary Olson* Myrle and Mavis Olson Peggy Olson* Wayne and Carol Olson Tonya Onstad* Kelly Ophus John and Eloise Ostrem Wendy Otness* Our Redeemers WELCA Randi Owens* Gerald and Judith Page Kim Page Bob Paine and Tiffany Baer Paine Robert and Dea Paine Raymond and Mary Jo Palis Deb Palmer Jenna Palmer* Mark* and Linnea Papke-Larson Park Region Mutual Telephone Company Cheri Parker* Muriel Parker Roland Patterson Ron and Ralyhe Patterson Patterson’s Inc. Paul Bunyan Rural Telephone Cooperative † deceased
* employee
Paul Bunyan Senior Activity Center Lanee Paulson Lindsay Paulson* John and Barbara Pavek Kevin and Karen Pavlik Doug Peckumn Kelsie Pederson* Frank and Winnie Pelawa Jim and Carol Perish Richard Perry Annette Persak* Benjamin Peter* Curt* and Toni Peterson Fawn Peterson* John and Trudy Peterson Erin Petrowske* Tonya Petrowske* Norman and Diane Pettis Salitha Philip* Christine Phillips Photography by Trish Fred and Pat Pick Marilyn Pierce* James and Mary Pietruszewski Richard Pilgram* Inez Platt* Donald and Janet Pohl Cassandra Poland* Patti Port* Dale and Karol Porter Ron and Judy Porter Wayne and Leonore Potter Michael Premo Alissa Preuss* Diane Prince* Les Prince Professional Marketing, LLC Christine Provencher* Gladys Qualle Richard and Rochelle* Quick Mary Betty Quistgard John Rabel* Ellwin and Nancy Rakke Brian and Susan* Ramsrud Patrick and Susan Rankin Kristina Ravnikar* Kent and Pam* Redland John and Gail Reff David Reichert* Debbie Reierson Jodi Reierson* Elizabeth Reiplinger Tom and Kristi Reise Chrissy Relay* Nyle Relay† Marian T. Reller Beatrice Renaud Ross and Lori Rennemo Kathryn Rentz* Jen Retka* Glenn and Sheryl Rettmann Olga Reuter Sarah Rhem* Tommy and Sandra Richard Brian Richards Megan Richer* Danielle Richter* Varner and Carolyn Rick Julie Ridlon* Kyle* and Erin Riess Erlinda Riffle
Mary Ringberg Tom and Debbie Ringdahl Dennis and Linda Ripley Jim and LaMae* Ritchie RJG Services, Inc. Kristin Robbins Richard and Vera Robbins Walter and Cynthia Roberts Ann Robertson Cindy Rockensock* Roda Marketing Research, Inc. Andrea Rodriguez Vicki Roff* Jasmine Rogalski Sheila Ronnebaum* Mark and Sue Rosnow Carin Sundbom* Patricia Rossbach* Richard Roth* Irvin and Ardith Rotto Benjamin* and Maureen Roy Neil and Susan Rundquist Bert and Joyce Runquist Laura Runstrom* Russ Davis Wholesale, Inc. Helen Russell Sherry Russell* Devonna Rutledge* Dan and DeNae* Ryan Thomas and Heidi Ryan Jamie Sabel* Phyllis Saga* Flavia Sagedahl St. John’s Church, Nebish Nicki St Clair* Allen and Jo Ann St. Germain Doug and Terre St. Onge Robin Salander George and Gwen Salner
David and Janna* Schiltz Gerry and Nancy Schiltz Tessa Schlosser* Connie Schmidt* John and Shannon Schmitt Deborah Schneider* Ellie Schneider* Russell and Janine Schoeck Darlene Schoonover Terry and Kathryn Schrader David and Nancy Schram Curtis and Beverly Schrupp Barbara Schueppert Larry and Helenruth Schuette Kathryn Schug William and Robyn Schulke Abbey Schultz Dave and Cathy Schultz Brian and Deneen Schulz Joseph Schumm* Christine Schummer* Cheryl Schupbach Lori Schuver* Lavonne Schwartz Tom and Nancy Schwartz Vicky Schwersinske* Lee and Polly Scotland Carrie Scott* Robert and Joelyn Scriba Security Bank USA Aaron and JoLyn* Seitz Greta Seitz* Heidi Seitz* Lorrie Seitz* Alfred and Judy Sether Seventh-Day Adventist Clothing Center Allen and Julia Severt Sabrina Seyller*
Gifts at work Excellence in Healthcare Enhancing quality of care through continuing education assistance
E. A. and Pamela* Samson Lois Samuelson Bob and Shirley Sandbo Jeff and Jill Sande Virginia Sande Linda Sandmeyer* Bill and Jennifer Sanford Fred and Pat Sanford Bob and Lori Satrom Kathy Sawa* Glenn and Audrey Scanlan James and Cyndy* Scanlan Michael and Paulette Schaefer Bill and Riki Scheela Helen Scheid Lynette Schermerhorn Eric Schieferdecker
Michael and Marilyn Shain Guy and Diane Sharpe Lisa Sharpe* Darby and Julie* Shegrud Sarah Sherwood* Gary and Patricia Shipman Marguerite Shofner Eugene and Pauline Shouts Mike and Noralee* Siems Peggy Silker Emi Simpson* Margaret Sitzer Gerald and Dianne Sizer David and Marta Sjostrom Kayla Skersick* Ronald and Agnes Skime Rosella Skyberg
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PARTNERS IN HEALTH continued Richard and Jean Slinkman Violet Smalley Doug and Gloria Smart Terry and Miriam Smart Michael Smeby Rolf Smeby Brenda Smith* Dave and Madonna* Smith Julie Smith* Kasie Smith* Ken Smith* Laura Smith* Mike and Karen* Smith Liz Smyithe Marg Sobczyk Jodi Soderstrom* Shirley Solberg Dianne Solheim Darlene Sollund* Solway WELCA Gerald Sonnek Marilyn Sorenson Deanna Sorenson-Halverson Julie Souder* Dave Sovde and Cindy Stenberg Leigh and Deb Sovde Mary Sovde* Nicole Sovde* Michelle Spears Cindy Sprandel* Jessica Spray
Lindsey Stull* Ivy Sullivan* Denise Summerford* Lori Sundbom Marilyn Sundrud* Gloria Sundvall* Renee Sundvall* Justine Sunell* Thomas and Yvonne Sunnarborg Sunrise Natural Foods & Craft Tamara Supinski* Karla Svingen* Chuck and Linda Swanson Jean Lyn Swanson Jennifer Swanson Karen Sweeney Maureen Sweet Jandi Swenson* Tom and Joy Sykora DuWayne and Marcia Syverson Janet Szczech-Johnson Michael and Shannon* Tangen Erin Tatro* Gbatelee Taylor* Jennifer Taylor Roger and Cheryl Teal Donna Teichert* Telcom Insurance Services Corp. Kim Thebault Jon and Natalie Thelen Merril Thiel and Ruth Howe
Sandy Tomczak Beverly Tonce Richard Toninato Cindy Torgerson Richard and Alice Torgeson John and Jodi Tower Seth Tramm* Jim and Barb Treat Faye Trihey Trinity Lutheran Church Women Mark and Kelli Trinoskey Irvin and Marilyn Troftgruben Lief Tronnes* Stephanie Tronnes* Turtle River Days Committee Will and Lace* Tysver Libby Underhill Up North Al-Anon Group Eric VanTassel Veronica Veaux Jeffrey and Margaret Veeder Joe and Cathy Vene Martha Veo-Wilson* Danniel Verke Glenda Viche James and Barbara Vigen Kimberly Vigen Ray and Barbara Voges Helen Vold Gregory and Peggy Vollhaber Karla Vorderbruggen*
Gifts at work Hospice Care and comfort when patients and families need it most
Debra and Erchal Springer Eugene and Mary Ann Stai Wes and Ilene* Stai Brad and Maria* Stay Carissa Stay* Dale†and Marie Stebe Annamae Steele* Patricia Steele Kristina Stehly* Scott and Sarah Steil Carson and Barb Stensland Jenny Stern* David and Sandy Sterr David and Joan Stevens Erica Stevens* Willie and Arla Stittsworth Arne and Jane* Storlie J.C. Strand Laree Strand* Tami Strassburg Gail Straub*
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Joseph and Dawn Thimm Stacy Thistle* Marge Thole Maria Thoma* Ryan and Heidi* Thomas Dale and Susan Thompson Dwight and Ruth Thompson Loretta Thompson* Martha Thompson Nicole Thompson* Paul and Catherine Thompson Alan and Lorraine Thorson Carolyn Thorson Theodore and Margaret Thorson Thrift Store City Wayne and Lenay Tieman Steve and Kathy* Tillemans Kari Timms* Emily Tischbirek* Amy Tobey* Todavich Electric, Inc.
Mary Voss* Miriam Wagar Bradley Walker Carol Walker* Paula Wallestad* Katherine Walters* Karen Wandersee Timothy and Mary* Wang Ben and Lindsey* Wangberg Vicki A. Wangberg Beryl Ward Donna Ward Rosalyn Ward* Donna Waskow Michael and Lisa Wasnuk Ashley Wavrin* Daniel and Susan Wavrin Dallas and Joyce Way Will and Rose Weaver Matt Webb* Jerry and Darlene Weber
Phyllis Weber Ritchie and Brande* Weber Rita Weimann* Vera Weis Patrick and Lori Welle Debi Wentzel* Ronnie and Roberta Werstlein Benjamin Weseloh* Harvey and Loris Westrom Jacob Wettschreck Vicki Wettschreck* Leland and Cheryl Whittington Erin Wichmann* Tiana Wick* Jeannette Wielenberg* RiCae Wiese* Wild Hare Bistro & Coffee Company April Wilde* James and Ann Wilde Jennifer Wildmo* Steve and Dianne Wilds Todd and Sara* Wille Eric and Brenda Williams Jacqueline Williamson Dianne Wilson* Jessica Wilson* Vicki Windsor Helen Winge Kathy Winger Don and Eileen Wintersteen Tiffany Wiskur* Sharon Wittner* Robin Wold Dana Wolff Nicole Wolkenhauer-Larson Sonya Workman* Brad and Brenda Wubbels Lorraine Wubbels Warren and Sarah Wulfekuhler Audrey Wuori* Brett and Sherry Wyman James Yerbich and Tammi Hagen* Jayme Yerbich* Kurt and Wendy Yerbich Vicki Yerbich* William and Lori Yerbich Barry Yocom and Betty Christ Ervin and Theda* Yoder Julie Yoney Cindy Young* Michelle Young Brian Zacharias* Kirsten Zachman* Randall Zeik* Marina Zervakis* Michael Zicus Taylor Zimbelman* Zion Lutheran WELCA Rita Zollner Rebecca Zook* Wendell and Judy Zwart
†deceased
* employee
HONORARIUMS AND MEMORIALS continued Honorariums and Memorials are a thoughtful and heartfelt tribute. Gifts support ongoing programs such as Hospice, PETAL (Parents Embracing Time After Loss) and Guardian Angel, making it possible to enhance care for future patients and families. In honor of Shahid Ahmad Anonymous
In honor of Ethan T. O’Connell Jared and Penny Echternach
In memory of Ardyce E. Bakke Marian Evans
In honor of Kermit and Sandy Bensen Kermit and Judy Andersen
In honor of Sara Roth Anonymous
In memory of Traeson Dean Bannor Lori Bannor Melissa Bannor Maggie Manske John and Peggy Neubeck
In honor of Alissa Benso Mark and Darice Dwyer In honor of W. Craig Benson Vicki A. Wangberg In honor of Terri Bentler Roda Marketing Research, Inc. In honor of Billie Bruns Mary Kantor In honor of McKenzi Burmeister Darrin and Kaci Petersen In honor of Wai Lun Chan Carson and Barb Stensland In honor of Ann Daley Tim and Barb Mountain
In honor of Pamela M. Samson R. Graves In honor of Sarah A. Schwanz Anonymous In honor of John P. Scott Scotty Tesar In honor of Hani Snounou Anonymous In honor of Jacob B. Stay Angie Kovarik
In honor of Tina Falk Michael and Danae Nei
In honor of Dyane Yerbich Bemidji Dialysis Department
In honor of Hailee Grigsby Denise Couch
In memory of Beverly Aamold Rosella Skyberg
In honor of Kathy Huber Anonymous
In memory of Roger Aamold Rosella Skyberg Willie and Arla Stittsworth
In honor of Shirley May Bob and Mary Lou Peters In honor of Terrie Mead Anonymous In honor of Minnesota Nice Cafe Roger Johnson In honor of Michael Mock Angie Kovarik In honor of Tina Moore Roger and Sharon Christensen In honor of Michael Morris Tom and Ann Allen In honor of Hashim Mumtaz John Rabel In honor of Anna Niemela Angie Kovarik
In honor of Lindsey Whiting Angie Kovarik In honor of Wanda Wynne Pat Stromseth
In memory of LaVonne Ammerman Vera Kavanagh In memory of Doris Anderson Kent and Mary Jo Christenson Bob Paine and Tiffany Baer Paine
In memory of Anna Bratlien Janet Bratlien In memory of Carl Bratlien Marguerite Shofner In memory of Donald Bratlien Barbara McGregor In memory of Neil Bryant Jack and Sharon Israelson Alice Lapp Ray and Barbara Voges
Gifts at work
In honor of James Wagner Bemidji Dialysis Department Angie Kovarik In honor of Noah White Angie Kovarik
In honor of Daniel Louvar Anonymous
In memory of Diana Bean Robert Bean Patrick and Kay Cotter James and Susan Cummings Neil and Merna Donald
In honor of Rose Tacheny Pat Stromseth
In honor of James Dewar Trudy Casto Herb and Lillian Doran Dean Hines Terry and Kathryn Schrader Carson and Barb Stensland Donna Ward
In honor of Ava LaBlanc Denise Couch Amanda Golden
In memory of Ernest E. Bauer Charlolett Bauer
In memory of Irene S. Brandt Betty C. Halvorson Marian Reller
Obstetrics Warmth and comfort for newborns Ronald and Eleanor Jenkins William and Joyce Koehnen Mrs. Don Luetkeman Carrol and Janice Mace Constance McCrary Doug Peckumn Allen and Julia Severt Joseph and Dawn Thimm Martha Thompson In memory of Elizabeth Berg Aaron and Sarah Berg In memory of Martha G. Beyer David and Carole Holmes Tim and Barb Mountain
In memory of Wendy Burslie Carole Burslie In memory of Victoria R. Butler Lloyd and Dolores Larson In memory of Clara A. Caster Gary and Victoria Myers In memory of Andrew Christopher Cease Bowman Kelly Cease Bowman In memory of Angel Cease Bowman Kelly Cease Bowman In memory of Hope Cease Bowman Kelly Cease Bowman
In memory of Ralph and Nancy Bill John and Lori Paris
In memory of Kelley Cirks Janice Dagen
In memory of Mary Antle Roy Antle
In memory of Derek Bittmann Dennis and Tracy Bittmann
In memory of Bruce Clubb Ray and Barbara Voges
In memory of Melvin Bahr Doug and Lois Cann Don and Eileen Wintersteen
In memory of Tyler Bittmann Dennis and Tracy Bittmann
In memory of Kenneth Colligan Barb Feeken
In memory of Ruth Blackburn Jack and Sharon Israelson
In memory of Alice Collins Alice Lapp
In memory of Grace Bovee Vera Kavanagh
In memory of Ryan W. Collins Brittany Collins Tammy Collins Sadie Meyer Viola Steele
In memory of Paige Baker Ed and Sally Acosta Troy and Crystal Baker Sharon Culliton Matthew and Brenda Henriksen Robert and Gloria Klinger John and Trudy Peterson Professional Marketing, LLC Mark and Sue Rosnow Jeff and Jill Sande John and Shannon Schmitt Maureen Sweet
In memory of John Bovee Janice Egersdorf Vera Kavanagh In memory of Melinda Bowman Bob and Lori Satrom In memory of Delores Braaten Arlene Lee Darlene Pearson
In memory of Kylee Jo Conkle Cheryl Fredenburg Dean and Jennifer Gray In memory of Dorothy J. Conrad Anonymous
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HONORARIUMS AND MEMORIALS continued Rita Baird Kermit and Sandy Bensen Rich and Carol Bruune Harriet Cafaro Lois Carlson Kevin and Ann Cease Dennis and Susan Dobbelstein Gabe and Judith Ducharme Pat Engel Tom and Tracy Johanns Dennis and Hazel LaCroix Jeanne LaCroix Lloyd and Dolores Larson Adren Mann Lillian Mathews Diane Mattila Betty Murray David and Laurie Nielsen Beatrice Renaud Michael Smeby Darlene Sollund Lee and Mary Swanson Scotty Tesar Carolyn Thorson Beryl Ward In memory of Stan A. Daley Ann Daley Patricia Dow Iva Lee Graupman John Hoffmann Lloyd and Darlene Hurley Lloyd and Dolores Larson Tim and Barb Mountain J.C. Strand Scotty Tesar In memory of Lyle Dexter Jane Dexter In memory of Robert Dodge James and Barbi Hunter In memory of Joyce Domrese Tommy and Sandra Richard In memory of Patricia Dow Bruce and Susan Aalgaard Mary Almly Chuck and Ann Austad Jana Austad Betty Blooflat
James and Becky Haskell Jack and Sharon Israelson Frances Kiefer Myra Knaffla Pat and Patty Knoer Heather Labat Bob and Edith Lindgren Andy and Marge Mack Sam and Dawn Mason Kim Nord Ardis Norenberg Elizabeth Novotney Muriel Parker Frank and Winnie Pelawa Norman and Diane Pettis Mary Ringberg Dennis and Linda Ripley William and Robyn Schulke Tom and Nancy Schwartz Scott and Sarah Steil Jean Lyn Swanson Lee and Mary Swanson Alan and Lorraine Thorson Glenda Viche Ray and Barbara Voges Brett and Sherry Wyman In memory of Jack Downing Chuck and Ann Austad John and Mary Backlund Dick and Josie Beitzel Beltrami County Sheriff’s Office Bemidji Lions Club Craig and Wendy Boyer Lorraine Cecil Patrick and Lori Donnay Jean Downing Fulton and Nancy Gallagher Ray and Bea Knodel Joseph Love Robert and Joelyn Scriba In memory of Janet Dreyer Gerald and Clarice Amundson Michael and Lynnita Brown Ron and Barbara D’Orazio Verlie Geror In memory of Bria Dykema Benjamin and Deberah Dykema
Gifts at work Bagley Ambulance Emergency services when seconds count
In memory of Palmer E. Enblom Inez Enblom In memory of Ron Engst Sharon Hanks In memory of Larry Erie Willie and Arla Stittsworth In memory of Annella Erpelding Ryan and Jean Baer Erpelding Family James and Becky Haskell Kenneth and Donna Hendrickson In memory of Daniel P. Fairbanks Ronald and Nancy Gladen Barbara McGregor In memory of John F. Falk Gerald and Clarice Amundson Lanny and Kathryn Cyr Tina Falk First National Bank Bemidji Russ and Audrey Gustafson James and Becky Haskell Marshall and Barbara Johnston Dan and Marcia Kaliher Michael and Danae Nei Brian Richards Bob and Shirley Sandbo Alfred and Judy Sether Kurt and Wendy Yerbich William and Lori Yerbich In memory of Robert Falk Russ and Audrey Gustafson In memory of Lilliana Kathryn Filipi David and Kathy Biel Benjamin and Tracy Filipi Marsha Kaufman Jeff Sovich and Sarah Rach-Sovich In memory of David Filkins Harold and Kathleen Baltzer Colleen Curran JoAnn Erickson Jan Filkins Scott and Annie Gildner GKNP Klein, LLC Mark and Denise Halverson Mike and Bonnie Hemish David and Dorothy Hering Harry and Ann Jett Donald and Marlene Lewis Gerald and Judith Page Raymond and Mary Jo Palis John and Barbara Pavek Brian and Deneen Schulz Peggy Silker Marg Sobczyk In memory of Joshua Fisher Jane Valencia In memory of Matthew Fisher Jane Valencia
Chris and Julie Boe Steve and Kristi Booth Lorraine Cecil Jesica Conrad Duane and Cynthia Ebbighausen Franklyn and Marilyn Goodell Iva Lee Graupman
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In memory of Karl Elinger Jane Dexter Dale and Marie Stebe Thrift Store City In memory of Elijah R. Elliott Robert and January Elliott
In memory of Arlys Frazey Karen Amble Howard and Betty Batten Dick and Josie Beitzel Kermit and Sandy Bensen Chris and Julie Boe Harriet Cafaro
Terry Campbell Robert Frazey Jacqueline Greski Robert and Mary Melchior Conrad and Geraldine Murphy Naylor Heating & Refrigeration Rodney and Evelyn Oja Marilyn Pierce Willie and Arla Stittsworth Harvey and Loris Westrom Michael Zicus In memory of Kelly Fuhrman Lloyd and Darlene Hurley Kathryn Kosobud Alice Lapp Sylvia Larson Bernice Meredith John and Gail Reff Willie and Arla Stittsworth In memory of Teresa Galloway Bruce and Susan Aalgaard Dick and Sue Abbott Bruce and Patty Anderson Bagley Lions Club Lauree Bahr Joy Barclay Kermit and Sandy Bensen Gary and Pamela Benson W. Craig and Barbara Benson Gary and Dorothy Broste Kevin Burget Greg and Julie Carlson Ron and Carol Carpenter Kimberly Chalk Jim and Gail Conway John and Jan Cota James and Deborah DeWenter Ron and Karla Eischens Jim and Linda Erickson Tim and Julie Flathers Thomas and Terri Forseth Bill Frey and Shari Schlucter Jim Galloway Carol Grimes Sally Hebbeler Scott and Heather Hebbeler John and Joyce Holmstrom Howard Hoody Diane Klasen Ray and Bea Knodel Richard and Erin Morehouse Dennis and Mary Murphy William and Elizabeth Nichols Verna Norden Todd and Marye Norenberg John and Eloise Ostrem Fred and Pat Pick Kent and Pam Redland Glenn and Sheryl Rettmann RJG Services, Inc. Walter and Cynthia Roberts Thomas and Heidi Ryan Lois Samuelson David and Janna Schiltz Barbara Schueppert William and Robyn Schulke David and Marta Sjostrom Jerry and Jane Thompson Libby Underhill Will and Rose Weaver
HONORARIUMS AND MEMORIALS continued Patrick and Lori Welle Leland and Cheryl Whittington Keith and Nancy Winger In memory of Abby Gieser Jennifer Gieser In memory of Elsie Grundmeier Gregory and Peggy Vollhaber In memory of Riley A. Grundy Jessica Barnum In memory of Karin Hanson Russ and Audrey Gustafson In memory of Mary Harding Scotty Tesar In memory of Alice M. Hegland Janice Egersdorf Violet Smalley In memory of Lloyd Heil Willie and Arla Stittsworth In memory of Martin W. Heinrich Helene Heinrich In memory of Fredrick Henson Sharon Hanks Dolores Henson In memory of Sadie G. Hilti Brad and Brenda Wubbels Lorraine Wubbels In memory of Pamela Homola Scotty Tesar
Tim and Margaret Hins Lake Communications Dewey and Julie Larson Lindner Media Productions, Inc. Glen and Terri Lindseth Moss & Barnett National Information Solutions Cooperative John and Lori Paris Park Region Mutual Telephone Company Paul Bunyan Rural Telephone Cooperative Pinnacle Bert and Joyce Runquist Dave and Cathy Schultz Chuck and Linda Swanson Telcom Insurance Services Corp. Mark and Kelli Trinoskey Karen Wandersee Ted and Mary Margaret Will Eric and Brenda Williams
In memory of Don Koski Elizabeth Reiplinger Ray and Barbara Voges In memory of Jim Koski Elizabeth Reiplinger
In memory of Joseph Lueken Wendell and Patti Affield Agropur Inc. Mike and Rita Albrecht Anderson Masonry, Inc./ Yellowstone John Baer Billie Bauer Bell State Bank & Trust Bemidji Pioneer Thomas and Arlene Billberg
In memory of Laurie Koski Elizabeth Reiplinger In memory of Corey LaCroix Dennis and Hazel LaCroix Jeanne LaCroix In memory of Melvin LaCroix Dennis and Hazel LaCroix Jeanne LaCroix
Gifts at work
In memory of Jane A. Johnson Jay Johnson
Radiation Oncology
In memory of Mamie B. Johnson David and Patty Graham Michael and Karen Johnson Wayne and Marlene Johnson Donald and Cheryl Mitchell In memory of Dennis Kennedy Jeanie Kennedy
In memory of Virginia Lloyd Milo and Jackie Barclay Doreen Larson Michael Premo Marguerite Shofner
Karel Knutson
Offering music to enhance the patient experience
In memory of Leo Killian Tim and Kathy Hughes
In memory of Betty Lakin Billie Bauer Ray and Barbara Voges
In memory of Jerome Klun Joe and Cathy Vene
In memory of Neil Larson Marguerite Shofner
In memory of Richard Klun Joe and Cathy Vene
In memory of Timothy Lauderbaugh Duane and Elaine Christensen
In memory of Marion Hougard Janice Dagen
In memory of Jerry Knapp Vera Kavanagh
In memory of Lillian E. Humeniuk Jim and Jean Humeniuk Tom and Joy Sykora
In memory of Kay Knoer John Baer Scott and Lynn Baird Bill and Brenda Belford Duane and Elaine Christensen Margaret Dow Walt and June Fankhanel Jim and Connie Ghostley James and Becky Haskell Clyde Horlick Bunny Howe Jon and Sara Labraaten Patrick and Mary L. Miller Tim and Barb Mountain Betty Murray Paul Bunyan Senior Activity Center Ron and Judy Porter Mary Betty Quistgard William and Robyn Schulke Tom and Nancy Schwartz Liz Smyithe Dale and Susan Thompson Dean and Mary Ann Thompson Richard Toninato Tom and Paulette Welle Robin Wold
In memory of Willard F. Leaf Jack and Sharon Israelson Jean Leaf
In memory of Mary Hoody Ryan and Jean Baer Marian Evans Howard Hoody William and Elizabeth Nichols Bill and Riki Scheela
In memory of Betty J. Johnson Sharon Hanks In memory of Eloise Johnson Laurel Johnson In memory of Gary L. Johnson John and Wanda Baumgartner Beltrami Electric Cooperative Bruce and Pat Berglund Bruce and Linda Blanchard Bruce and Trudi Campbell Maureen Christiansen Consolidated Telecommunications Company Cooperative Development Cooperative Network Services Vernon and Lynne Dosch Richard and Galyeen Eckholm Federated Telephone & Farmers Mutual Telephone David Filkins Jennifer Florence Randy and Norma Frisk James and Becky Haskell Charles and Joy Heller
In memory of Dolores Knutson Bonnie Jevning and Lowell Vagle
In memory of Baby LePier Bryan and Sara LePier In memory of Melanie LePier Bryan and Sara LePier In memory of Kenneth Lind Darlene Lind In memory of Ramon Lind Helene Lind In memory of Andrew Lindell Bud and Stephanie Brueland Jeni Clark Bridget Lindell Whelan Eye Care In memory of Jim H. Lindseth Kathy Lemoine In memory of Rylie Thomas Linehan Shane and Amelia Linehan In memory of Frances Lister Milo and Jackie Barclay George Lister Wayne and Carol Olson Kevin and Karen Pavlik
Lou Buron Mary Campbell Ron and Carol Carpenter JoAnne Cassady Coca-Cola Bottling Company of Bemidji, Inc. Dean and Wendy Crotty Ron Cuperus Brad Curran and Michelle Lasha Joe and Kari Czapiewski Dakota Refrigeration, Inc. Dean Foods/Land O’Lakes Patricia Dow David and Pamela Fankhanel Jim and Tiffany Fankhanel Walt and June Fankhanel First National Bank Bemidji Jeremy and Megan Fogelson Jack and Darlene Geller Franklyn and Marilyn Goodell Richard and Dianne Hanson Hugo’s Family Marketplace Mike and Karen Kelly Barbara Kleeberger Kraus-Anderson Construction Company Curt and Sue Kringen Marketplace Foods Michael Foods, Inc. Miller McDonald, Inc. Mylan and Janet Moen Northwest Cabinets, Inc. Bob Paine and Tiffany Baer Paine Ron and Ralyhe Patterson Paul Bunyan Communications Bob and Mary Lou Peters Gloria Phelps Rod and De Pickett James and Mary Pietruszewski
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HONORARIUMS AND MEMORIALS continued Dale and Karol Porter Russ Davis Wholesale, Inc. Curtis and Beverly Schrupp Spartan Nash Eugene and Mary Ann Stai Patricia Steele Willie and Arla Stittsworth Jennifer Swanson Roger and Cheryl Teal Joanne Torfin Cindy Torgerson Joe and Cathy Vene Robert Welle Sylvia Wildgen In memory of Naomi Magoon-Colsen Ray and Barbara Voges In memory of Bob Maher Gerald and Clarice Amundson In memory of Evelyn Mann Janice Dagen Jack and Sharon Israelson Terry and Miriam Smart Shirley Solberg In memory of Renae Marsh Diane Balstad Chuck and Becky Hanisch In memory of Wyatt Kenneth Steven Martine Kimberly Niswander Ronnie and Roberta Werstlein In memory of Travion Lee Martin-Jones Miranda Martin In memory of Anthony Mason Pete and Kari Carlson In memory of Gladys Mattison Jack Mattison and Debbie Morrison
Gordon and Darlene Mickelberg Tom and Debbie Ringdahl Helen Scheid In memory of Dorothy Millar James and Pat Barthorpe Vera Kavanagh Ray and Bea Knodel In memory of Bernard Miller Bill and Jennifer Sanford In memory of Melvin N. Moe Sharon Hanks In memory of Dionne D. Moen Verlie Geror In memory of Carol Montgomery Diane Klasen Wally and Judy Lamon In memory of Kaitlyn Ann Nash Thomas and Cathy Nash In memory of Norman Nelson Edwin and Margaret Branham Theodore and Beverly Glandon Rita Nelson Ardis Norenberg In memory of Pamela S. Nelson Patterson’s, Inc. In memory of Vernon A. Nelson Gary and Kay Breitag Ann Daley Susan Davidson Mary Freyholtz Kenneth and Donna Hendrickson Jim and Patty Klemmetsen Ray and Bea Knodel Adren Mann Robert and Carol Mork Patrick and Susan Rankin Kathryn Schug Shirley Solberg
In memory of Gordon Oberg Robert and Janet Fenson Alice Lapp Scotty Tesar In memory of Ada M. Odegard Cheryl Burgess In memory of Martin Odegard Cheryl Burgess In memory of Josephine Oelrich Pete and Kari Carlson In memory of Jacquelyn O’Gorman Daniel and Gayle Ahlquist Bonnie Anderson Howard and Lexe Chambers Ron and Barbara D’Orazio Jerry and Shirley Froseth Don and Susan Hoonstra Joel and Nicole Hopps Mr. & Mrs. Thomas Miller Michael O’Gorman Allen and Jo Ann St. Germain Glenn and Audrey Scanlan Eric Schieferdecker Michael and Marilyn Shain Debra and Erchal Springer Steve and Dianne Wilds Wendell and Judy Zwart In memory of Aeidan Anthony Olson Dan and Terri Bentler Brian and Michelle Olson Stephanie Olson
Dwight and Ruth Thompson Richard and Alice Torgeson Irvin and Marilyn Troftgruben James and Barbara Vigen Kimberly Vigen Julie Yoney In memory of Larry Perkins Jack and Sharon Israelson In memory of Adele Peterson Bruce and Susan Aalgaard Patsy Moen In memory of Aldine Pettis Marguerite Shofner In memory of Willard “Mick” Pickford Kevin and Wendy Lampe In memory of Donald Pierce James and Pat Barthorpe In memory of Buiford Qualle Gladys Qualle In memory of Inez Quern Willie and Arla Stittsworth Ray and Barbara Voges In memory of Marian M. Qvern Ray and Barbara Voges In memory of Piper Danielle Reierson Debbie Reierson
In memory of Baby Girl Ophus Kelly Ophus
In memory of Helen Reise Alice Lapp Tom and Joy Sykora
In memory of Mark Paulson Willie and Arla Stittsworth
In memory of Al Rhoda Bob and Elaine Honl
In memory of Georgia Pederson Sharon Hanks
In memory of Susan Ricard Marian Evans Iva Lee Graupman Norm Ricard
Gifts at work
In memory of Jalin Hunter Rikerd Katie Rikerd
Dialysis
In memory of Betty Rogers William and Elizabeth Nichols Bruce and Shirley Olson
In memory of Odin Andrew Robertson Jena McDougall
Relaxation while receiving dialysis treatment
In memory of Greg Mattison Jack Mattison and Debbie Morrison In memory of Celestine Maus Margaret Maus In memory of Terry Mayer Marguerite Shofner In memory of Laddie Mickelberg Bruce and Trudi Campbell Joe and Karen Dunn Jeremy and Stacy Fayette John Herath Isaac and Marianne Kamrud Dorothy Mickelberg
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In memory of Ann Roppel Anonymous
In memory of Bernard Nielsen Anonymous Estate of Bernard Nielsen Jerome and Elizabeth Frenzel Jack and Sharon Israelson Tim and Barb Mountain Marilyn Sorenson In memory of Andrew Nistler Anna Nistler In memory of Donald C. Norenberg Ardis Norenberg In memory of Donald Norum Vera Kavanagh
In memory of Jerry Peeler Joel and Kimberly Beiswenger Marsha Brossart Jack and Diana Carroll Wes and Dorothy Dunham Joseph and Paula Huber Suzan Huus Robert and Karla Kuespert Edwin and Barbara Larson Janelle Menard Gordon and Karen Myerchin Eunice Nelson Neil and Susan Rundquist Michael and Paulette Schaefer
In memory of Judith M. Ross Joy Barclay Milo and Jackie Barclay Kenneth and Donna Hendrickson Ray and Barbara Voges In memory of Mary Ryttor Anonymous Cheryl Hoyum Ross and Lori Rennemo In memory of Shirley Sande Billie Bauer Wesley and Sally Djonne Jerome and Elizabeth Frenzel Michael and Patricia Gould Donna Kimball
HONORARIUMS AND MEMORIALS continued Jean Leaf Michael Sande Daniel and Susan Wavrin In memory of Dwight L. Sandgren Janice Dagen In memory of Jaxon J. Schlehr Denise Couch Tessa Fell Felicia Henderson Alli Masterson In memory of Donald Schmeckpeper Vera Kavanagh Darlene Schoonover In memory of Dan Schmelka Pete and Kari Carlson In memory of Levi Michael Schmid Beth Schmid In memory of Stan Schoonover Ron Batchelder Jack and Sharon Israelson In memory of Bea Schulke Affinity Plus Federal Credit Union Dean and Cheryl Guard Vicky Hanson Bruce and Shirley Olson Varner and Carolyn Rick Ray and Barbara Voges In memory of Gene Selzler Marian Evans Steve and Cynthia Gagnon In memory of Kirby Shofner Marguerite Shofner
In memory of Michael Stavig Faye Trihey
In memory of Alice M. Walker Paul Swenson and Kathy Guess
In memory of Wildred Stromseth Pat Stromseth
In memory of Jeanette Welle James and Becky Haskell Jack and Sharon Israelson Patrick and Mary L. Miller Tim and Barb Mountain William and Elizabeth Nichols Scotty Tesar
In memory of Phyllis Sukert Paul Swenson and Kathy Guess In memory of Jean L. Swanson Frances Kiefer In memory of Heather, Josephine, Terry and Patrick Tesar Scotty Tesar In memory of Gwen L. Theisen Vera Kavanagh In memory of Charlotte (Cossette) Thom Carole Burslie In memory of Charles W. Thomas Terry and Shelley Anderson Anonymous Bobcat of Bemidji Donna Collison Dan and Cindy Dow Dean and Peggy Ellingson Joe and Joan Forbes Kenneth and Donna Hendrickson Dennis and Kathryn Huwe Luella Lindseth Sam and Dawn Mason Bob Paine and Tiffany Baer Paine Jim and Carol Perish Inez Platt Turtle River Days Committee Ray and Barbara Voges
In memory of Russell L. Shofner Marguerite Shofner
In memory of Madelyn Rose Thomas Stefanie Thomas
In memory of Peter Simonson Marshall and Barbara Johnston
In memory of Miranda Ann Thomas Stefanie Thomas
In memory of Dorothy Sonnek Gerald Sonnek
In memory of Ted Thorson, Jr. Willie and Arla Stittsworth Carolyn Thorson
In memory of J’Laya J. Soukaroune Jane Valencia In memory of Theodore “Ted” Soular Daniel and Karen Malinowski In memory of Helen Stanton Gerald and Clarice Amundson
In memory of Lowell Vaughn Willie and Arla Stittsworth In memory of Shirley Vaughn Bruce and Shirley Olson Elizabeth Reiplinger Tommy and Sandra Richard
In memory of Robert Welle Anonymous Glenes and Heidi Ball Doug and Lois Cann Bruce and JoAnne Daniels Jack and Sharon Israelson Tim and Barb Mountain William and Elizabeth Nichols Carson and Barb Stensland Dean and Mary Ann Thompson In memory of Darby J. Whalen Frances Anderson Bonnie Bailey and Esther Covert Aaron and Tia Barthorpe Bret and Veronica Cooper Ron and Tanya Engesether David and Pamela Fankhanel Todd and Brenda Gabrelcik Bill and Lisa Garbe Wendy Gullicksrud James and Becky Haskell Jenelle Haugan Bill Howe Larry and Connie Jacobson Clyde Johnson Marshall and Barbara Johnston Aynsley Kluchnik Jim and Lori Lares Terry Lyle Brad and Nancy Neis Don and Jan Niskanen Bruce and Shirley Olson Richard and Vera Robbins Dan and DeNae Ryan Jack and Marie St. Martin David and Nancy Schram Dave Sovde and Cindy Stenberg Leigh and Deb Sovde Arlyce Stanko Mary Jane Stubbins DuWayne and Marcia Syverson Wayne and Bev Thorson
Phyllis Weber In memory of Eunice Winger Helen Vold Scott Winger In memory of Thomas L. Wrolstad Gilbert and JoAnne Bahr Rebecca A. Bastien Ryan and Sheryl Daniels Joe and Joan Forbes Jerry and Nancy Greuel James and Becky Haskell Donald and Darlene Johnson Steve and Kathy Johnson Diane Klasen Dennis and Hazel LaCroix Jeanne LaCroix Lloyd and Patricia Lind Bob and Edith Lindgren Ronald and Clare Lyman William and Elizabeth Nichols Steven and Krystie North Bruce and Shirley Olson Virginia Sande David and Joan Stevens Marge Thole Richard Toninato In memory of Savanah May Wroolie Dustin and Amy Wroolie In memory of Anna Rose Yavarow Dana Wolff In memory of Kathryn Marie Yavarow Dana Wolff In memory of McKenna Rose Ysen AJ and Sheena Ysen In memory of MaryAnne Zachman Paul and Diane Eggebraaten Iva Lee Graupman Jack and Sharon Israelson Vera Kavanagh Alice Lapp Ray and Barbara Voges In memory of Agnes Zarling Jack and Sharon Israelson In memory of Erma Zuehlsdorf Janet Barckholtz Rita Zollner
Gifts to Sanford Bemidji Hospice help provide support toward critical special needs for more than 400 hospice patients, including comfort items, pain management options and compassionate care for their loved ones to cope with grief and loss.
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Sanford Health Board of Directors
Bryan Nermoe, Interim PresidentBemidji Region, Sanford Health Nate White, Senior Vice President and COO, Sanford Health Margaret Ryan, Chair Jason Caron, MD Gary Johnson Carri Jones Kay Mack Nate Mathews Bruce Meade Jeremie Midboe Steve Rith-Najarian, MD James Russ Dean Thompson​ Andy Wells Rod Will, MD
Walk-in Clinic
Now open 7 days a week and weeknights For all those non-emergent medical moments, we are now offering extended hours at our new location within the 1611 Anne St. Clinic. And now it’s even easier to fill your prescription with extended hours at the 1611 Anne St. Pharmacy.
New Extended Hours
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