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First babies at new hospitals are exciting for staff, giving them a chance to try out new birthing rooms and equipment to welcome their smallest patients into the world.
First Baby Born at Brookings Hospital Expansion
Scott David, son of Melody and Tyler Sieh of Revillo, S.D., is the first baby born at the new Brookings Hospital expansion. But that’s not the only thing that makes the 8 lb., 14 oz. baby boy who measures 21 inches long so special to his parents.
First Patients Treated at Brookings Hospital Expansion Today
After 16 months of construction, health care providers treated the first patients at the new Brookings Hospital expansion today. All services, including radiology, surgery, pharmacy, obstetrics and inpatient care, are moved into the building and are operational.
Hospitalist Program to Start at New Brookings Hospital
Starting Feb. 13, Brookings Health System will implement a new hospitalist program to provide focused care for inpatients staying at Brookings Hospital. The program will launch almost one week after the new hospital opens on Feb. 7.
Dean Nancy Fahrenwald Appointed to Brookings Health System Board of Trustees
Dr. Nancy Fahrenwald, dean of the College of Nursing at SDSU, was recently appointed to Brookings Health System’s Board of Trustees.
New Board Member Elected to Brookings Health System Foundation
Brookings Health System Foundation’s board of directors selected Tom Fishback as its newest member at the Jan. 12 meeting. Fishback fills the seat vacated by Ardelle Roberts who served the organization as a board member for the maximum four terms.
Brookings Hospital Open House Set for Jan. 28
Brookings Health System invites all community members to a public open house showcasing the new Brookings Hospital expansion on Saturday, Jan. 28 from 1 to 4 p.m. Guests are asked to use the new southeast entrance and parking lot.
2016 an Award-Winning Year for Brookings Health System
2016 proved to be an award-winning year for Brookings Health System. The health system earned several accolades for providing high-quality care across its line of health care services.
New Year’s Baby Arrives at Brookings Health Systemt Brookings Health System.
Mayla Irene Petersen arrived at 8:11 p.m. on Jan. 1, 2017, making her the first baby of the New Year born at Brookings Health System.
Six Nurses Earn Operating Room Certification
Six registered nurses at Brookings Health System recently earned the credentials of Certified Nurse Operating Room (CNOR). CNOR certification validates the professional achievement and high standards of practice by an individual registered nurse who provides care for patients before, during and after surgery