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COVID-19 Q&A with Star Valley Health – SVI-NEWS

WebStar Valley Health has three COVID-19 testing locations where patients can be swabbed and tests can be collected. These locations are at our clinic located at 230 Elk Run in Alpine, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., Sunday through Friday; and in Afton on the main hospital campus at the corner of Adams Street and Hospital Lane, Monday through Saturday, 8 …

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Groundbreaking for Alpine medical facility is May 21

WebJoin us in celebrating the groundbreaking on Friday, May 21 at 5:00 PM MST. Our goals for expanding in Alpine are: The project will be located in the Alpine Meadows subdivision at the junction of U.S. Highways 89 & 26 at the mouth of Snake River canyon. The initial development totals 22,500 square feet of space.

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Experts: Medicaid expansion critical to saving Wyoming’s health …

WebStakeholders have rallied lawmakers for the past decade to expand Wyoming’s Medicaid coverage up to the 138% of federal poverty level. Nei-Page said they gain “more and more momentum” with each passing year. “We need to get it over the finish line,” Nei-Page said. “People are counting on lawmakers.”.

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Star Valley Health Earns Top 100 Critical Access Hospital

WebThe following is a press release from Star Valley Health. Star Valley Health has been recognized as a 2024 Top 100 Critical Access Hospital by The Chartis Center for Rural Health. Chartis’ annual Top 100 award program. recognizes outstanding performance among the nation’s rural hospitals based on the results of the Chartis Rural Hospital

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Jackson hospital CEO departs St. John’s with $1M severance package

WebJACKSON (WNE) — Will Wagnon will leave St. John’s Health with a $1 million severance package following his resignation as CEO, which the hospital board accepted Monday. The hospital board provided no reason for his resignation. At Monday’s hospital board special meeting, Chair Sue Critzer said he left under a section of his …

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Governor Gordon Announces Roadmap to Improve Mental Health …

Web• Priorities will build and expand on existing efforts CHEYENNE, Wyo. – Governor Mark Gordon announced the launch of an initiative to address Wyoming’s ongoing mental health crisis. The Governor’s “Mental Health Roadmap” takes steps to advancing systemic behavioral health reform in Wyoming, identifying five pillars that are critical to …

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Alpine health care expands with new SVH addition – SVI-NEWS

WebCurrent SV Health services in Alpine. This new service offering in Alpine is a compliment to the Primary Care, Urgent Care and Specialty Care (Cardiology, Ear, Nose and Throat, General Orthopedics, Orthopedic Spine, OB/GYN, Dermatology) services already offered at the Alpine Clinic. The additional new ER and Surgery offerings will …

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A new approach to mental health – SVI-NEWS

WebA general access model for mental and behavioral health, in which everyone has equal access to state-supported services, was coming at the cost of those who needed the state’s help the most, according to a Department of Health report. Lawmakers set out to spur reform and passed House Bill 38 in March 2021.

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New women’s health clinic to open in Alpine – SVI-NEWS

WebA new women’s Health Nurse Practitioner Clinic called Ferry Peak Women’s Health is set to open in Alpine starting April 18. Founder Brittany Quinn is a board-certified nurse practitioner, and she has an advanced degree and specializes in women’s health. She says she has lived in Star Valley since 2016 and for the past four years she has

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The Physical and Mental Health Benefits of Fly Fishing

WebFly fishing is especially beneficial for one’s mental health. The mentally-beneficial capabilities of the sport are largely attributed to the natural surroundings that anglers find themselves in while fishing. Such fresh air and beautiful scenery are both known to raise levels of mood-elevating hormones such as dopamine and serotonin in the body.

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2022 Lincoln County Community Needs Assessment happens in …

WebHigh Country Behavioral Health will use this needs assessment to prepare their three-year Community Action Plan. • Qualitative and quantitative data analyzed according to North Lincoln County and South Lincoln County. • Tuesday, March 22, 2022, Star Valley Community Center, 107736 Hwy. 89, Etna WY 6:00 p.m.. • Thursday, March …

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New spinal surgeon at Star Valley Health – SVI-NEWS

WebAdam Mason July 20, 2023. Post Views: 2,084. Dr. Wade Jensen, Orthopedic Spine Surgeon – PHOTO/STAR VALLEY HEALTH. Star Valley Health has a new spinal surgeon who has been around for several months already but is happy to see any patients that may need some help. Dr. Wade Jensen grew up in Idaho and he and his wife wanted to be …

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Star Valley Health announces new board members; welcomes new …

WebPost Views: 2,234. Star Valley, WY — Star Valley Health announces the election of two new members of its Board of. Trustees, for 2021. Daniel Ordyna, JD & CPA, has been appointed as the chief executive officer, startingin January 2021. Joining the Board of Trustees are Kathryn Myers and Randall Draney. “Our newest Board members.

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Kelly Sugihara from Wyoming Cancer Resource Services makes …

WebWith March being Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, Kelly Sugihara from the Wyoming Cancer Resource Services is making rounds to educate parts of the state about the importance cancer screenings. With her organization she helps people without insurance to be able to get colorectal, cervical, or breast cancer screenings for free. She says …

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Chad Turner takes reins as interim CEO of Star Valley Health

WebChad Turner. In a special meeting last week, the North Lincoln County Hospital District made the decision to extend an invitation to Chad Turner to act as the interim CEO of Star Valley Health. Turner is the Chief Financial Officer at the hospital. “There will be a transition period where I will be working with Bren Lowe for the next 30 …

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Medical Center becomes Star Valley Health – SVI-NEWS

WebIn October 1999 IHC announced plans to discontinue any management contract with Star Valley Hospital. Forced to choose between losing health care services in Star Valley or branching out on their own, the North Lincoln County Hospital District Board of Trustees made the decision to move forward with improved medical services at the local …

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Legislators debate who should shape Wyoming health care system

WebCHEYENNE — Lawmakers spent Monday morning debating which experts — if any — should be allowed to shape Wyoming’s health care system. At an interim meeting in Afton, the Joint Labor, Health and Social Services Committee heard a recommendation from Gov. Mark Gordon and his Health Task Force to establish a …

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Vitality Health Show: Doug Grant, Optimal Health Systems

WebDoug Grant was the first nutritionist hired by the NBA and is one of the original professionals to train athletes and doctors in holistic wellness. He trains thousands of doctors every year and has overseen 100,000+ personal training sessions since 1990. With decades of experience under his belt, he has formulated supplements and proven …

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Dec. 29: Daniel Ordyna, new Star Valley Health CEO – SVI-NEWS

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