The graph below contains results from a recent patient feedback survey (completed March 1, 2023) and shows a patient satisfaction score of 91.9%, the highest mark recorded in the past 2.5 years ‼️ This score is a testament to all of you and the teamwork, compassion, and professionalism you bring to your roles. It is because of you that we are able to provide this exceptional patient care at OAHS. Great work, team! ~ Dr. Al

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Time to taste the chili!

And the winner is ... Congratulations to Kandra Kellen! Kandra received the most votes and was deemed the winner of the chili cook-off! 🏆 👍

To apply online, visit this link or use the QR code below.

The Leona M. and Harry B. Helmsley Charitable Trust has awarded OAHS $102,614 in grant funds to purchase state-of-the-art ultrasound equipment. The point-of-care ultrasounds purchased by OAHS are increasingly mobile and improve the patient experience by allowing for faster assessment and treatment. Read the full story here.

Tune into Facebook Live Tuesday, March 28 at 11am. Dr. Stacy will be available to answer your health-related questions. Want to submit a question anonymously? Use the button below.

Hello friends of the Foundation, 

I wanted to reach out and ask you to consider making a donation to the Foundation's upcoming Gala Silent Auction. In 2022, the Silent Auction raised over $3,500! This makes a significant impact to the work of the Foundation each year in the community, as you can see by the chart below.

If you would like me or a committee member to come by to visit with you more on what a Silent Auction item could look like, please let me know. My cell number is 320-297-0904 & I am available anytime! All donations are a tax-deductible gift to a 501c(3) and giving statements are mailed out in January of each year. 

Lastly, becuase I know how important community partnership is - the Gala committee and myself do our very best to recognize your donations in print, social media and any other opportunity we have. Your donation is not something we take for granted.  

You will find the Silent Auction donation form here by using the button below - thank you for considering a donation to quality healthcare in the Big Stone Lake Area.

Vanessa

To read the below memo in its entirety, and to access the donation form, please visit this link.

The Montevideo Area Memory Loss Network (MAMLN) is hosting an in-person dementia educational event Thursday, April 27 with Rachael Wonderlin. Rachael is an internationally recognized dementia care expert and educator, has a Master’s degree in Gerontology, and is a John Hopkins University Press three-time published author. Her “16 Things I’d Want If I Got Dementia” poem has circulated the globe many times over. 

The event will take place at the United Methodist Church in Montevideo from 9 am – 4:15 p.m. Lunch is included. General admission cost is $25.00 per person; however, scholarships are available for general admission tickets if the cost is a concern/problem. 

The sessions will provide valuable information for caregivers, the general public, and for professionals. (Six Continuing Education credits will be available for professionals for the cost of $100, which also includes lunch.) 

Pre-Registration is required. More details and the registration form can be found here.

On April 17, OAHS will host another Heart and Vascular Screening Event. These tests will check your heart, veins, and arteries for signs of heart disease and vascular disease. They're quick, non-invasive, affordable, and could save your life. Space is limited, so reserve your appointment soon by calling 605-312-2150.

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Don't forget about the basket options! ⬇️

MASKING NOT REQUIRED: The COVID-19 Community Transmission level is MODERATE. When SARS-CoV-2 Community Transmission level is MODERATE, universal source control (masking) is NOT required. See your supervisor for source control requirements for your job role and/or patient/resident cares.

Thank you, Neely!

A big THANK YOU to Neely in Outreach for picking the OAHS Cancer Fundraiser to be the charitable organization of choice for her yearly private businesses donation. ☺️ ~ Kalika

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Thank you, OAHS!

Continued thank you to everyone for their constant flexibility with the never ending winter storms. The increased communication, constant surveying of weather apps and 511 apps, and making sure our patients are getting taken care of either in person, mychart, or by phone is appreciated by all! Changes in our routine affect everyone on both campuses! Thank you for your hard work and dedication! ~ Sally

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Thank you, Taylor Peters!

Thank you to Taylor Peters for transporting some crucial and much-needed lab reagents from Benson to Ortonville so that we can continue to care for our patients!!! Thanks, Taylor!!  😀 ~ Lab

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Thank you, Kathy Meyer, Amber Molden, Brittany Dybdahl, Natasha Hynnek, Brit Day, Carlin Keimig, Neely Adler, Jamie Nilson, Cathy & Chip!

Thank you for putting in an extremely long Ortho day 3/23/23 and making everything flow great. Thanks Kathy M. for staying extremely late the night prior to making sure all the instruments were well taken care of and cleaned. Brit Day, thanks again for staying late and helping turn over the operating rooms in between. You are all rock stars. Laura Stahl for doing a late PACU for us. ~Sandy Brown

Sincerely,

Dr. Al Ross, CEO

Ortonville Area Health Services