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Subscribe to our RSS feed Subscribe to our RSS feedBrookings Health System Generates $27 Million Annually to Local Economy
A new study conducted by the South Dakota Census Data Center and commissioned by Brookings Health System shows Brookings Health System generates $27 million annually to Brookings County’s local economy in relation to wealth and job creation. The report is based on data from the 2010 census and labor data from 2011.
Brookings Health System Respiratory Care Team becomes Certified COPD Educators
Brookings Health System’s respiratory care team recently completed certification for all respiratory therapists to be Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) educators.
Free Understanding Grief Education Classes Start in March
Brookings Health System will once again hold its popular six-week educational series, Understanding Grief, led by Social Worker Mavis Gehant.
Morgan Appointed to Brookings Health System Board of Trustees
Jim Morgan, retired CEO of Daktronics, was recently appointed to Brookings Health System’s Board of Trustees.
Gudvangen Trained to Perform Robotic-Assisted Surgery
OBGYN Dr. Richard Gudvangen recently became certified to perform robotic-assisted surgery at Brookings Health System.
Nelson becomes Certified Foot Care Nurse
Bonnie Nelson, RN at Brookings Health System, recently completed her training to become a certified foot care nurse (CFCN) from the Wound Ostomy Continence Nursing Certification Board. She performs foot care for patients at Brookings Health System’s foot care clinics.
The Neighborhoods at Brookview Sees Improvements with New Care Model
The Neighborhoods at Brookview’s latest family/resident survey indicates the new skilled nursing home has seen an improvement in overall satisfaction since incorporating the new household model of long-term care.
Childbirth Classes to be Held at SDSU
Brookings Health System will offer the popular childbirth preparation class series on campus at South Dakota State University this spring.
Health System Donates $5,000 to Brookings Volunteer Service Bank
For the fourth consecutive year, Brookings Health System has donated $5,000 to Brookings Volunteer Service Bank.
Electric Cooperatives Help Fund Jackets for Brookings Health System Ambulance Staff
Basin Electric Power Cooperative, Sioux Valley Energy and H-D Electric donated a combined total of $3,760 to Brookings Health System Foundation to help purchase new three-season, high visibility jackets for the members of Brookings Health System’s ambulance department. The funds cover just over half the cost of the thirty jackets needed.