SageWest Health Care

This week on the Let's Talk Fremont Show, the focus was on the upcoming Pink Ribbon Run, a significant event in Fremont County. Leta Rinker, this year's Honorary Survivor, shared her deeply inspiring personal journey, highlighting courage and resilience in the face of breast cancer. Marty Brammer, from Rocky Mountain Oncology and SageWest, and a member of the Pink Ribbon Run Survivor Committee, also joined the discussion, emphasizing the importance of community support and awareness in the fight against breast cancer. The Pink Ribbon Run, scheduled for Saturday, August 17 at 7am at the SageWest Riverton campus, is a collaborative effort with the Wyoming Breast Cancer Initiative, aiming to raise awareness and funds for breast cancer programs in Wyoming with an emphasis on increasing breast health education, financially assisting breast cancer screenings, facilitating patient navigation, and promoting survivor services. https://lnkd.in/gh9jEfQ3

SageWest Health Care is pleased to announce Austin Dopp, M.D., has joined its staff as a hospitalist, offering inpatient medicine services at SageWest Health Care. Dr. Dopp offers comprehensive healthcare services to address a wide range of medical conditions. His commitment to excellence and patient-centered approach make him a trusted choice for individuals seeking personalized and compassionate medical care. https://lnkd.in/gk4TJz55

This week on the Let's Talk Fremont Show, Riverton Police Chief Eric Hurtado and Riverton Volunteer Fire Department Chief Jake Blumenshine shared plans for the upcoming National Night Out event scheduled for Tuesday, August 6 from 5 to 8pm at the Fremont County Fairgrounds. SageWest is a proud sponsor and participant, this event aims to foster connections between local youth and first responders along with other community agencies. The overarching goal is to strengthen community partnerships on a national scale through engaging activities and interactions. https://lnkd.in/g6RVArsc

If you are a smoker or a former smoker, you are at risk of lung disease. Early detection could mean the difference between life and death. SageWest Health Care offers a free lung health risk assessment at https://lnkd.in/gCTCV6-m If you are between ages 50-80, your insurance may cover the cost of a low-dose CT lung cancer screening. https://lnkd.in/gjiQWWdw

Our SageWest CEO John Whiteside joined The Lander Biz Show on The County 10 Podcast providinig an update on the strides being made at SageWest to build stronger, community-focused healthcare facilities. John discusses recruitment focuses and the hospitals' renewed efforts on hiring permanent, in-community employees. A notable highlight is the innovative signing day event for new graduate nurses who have chosen to start their careers with SageWest, a testament to the hospitals' commitment to fostering local talent. https://lnkd.in/dC6ezDnM

SageWest Health Care is pleased to announce that Tim Nostrum, MD has joined SageWest Medical Group and will be offering primary care services to patients at the Wind River Clinic in Riverton beginning August 1. Dr. Nostrum is passionate about caring for those patients who feel overlooked and misunderstood. He is dedicated to providing a personalized healthcare experience. To schedule an appointment, call the Wind River Clinic at 857-3488. https://lnkd.in/g-qsUFXJ

At SageWest, we take immense pride in acknowledging and celebrating the dedicated service milestones of our employees. Their unwavering commitment and hard work are the foundation of our organization’s ability to provide exceptional care to the communities we serve. We extend a heartfelt thanks to all employees for their continued service and dedication. https://lnkd.in/gK4NsR32

SageWest recently donated $500 to the Fremont County Law Enforcement Foundation (FCLEF) in support of various law enforcement needs. These include essential equipment, vehicles, tools crucial for officer safety, items for law enforcement events, uniforms, non-contractual hiring costs, training expenses, and other necessities like travel and meal expenses. The FCLEF's mission is centered on providing grants to bolster all facets of law enforcement across Fremont County. fclef.org https://lnkd.in/gsyZCTHP

Nick Gallinger, the Pharmacy Director at SageWest, recently appeared on the Let's Talk Fremont show with Ernie to discuss the comprehensive range of pharmacy services offered at SageWest. During the interview, Nick highlighted the various ways in which the pharmacy supports patients, emphasizing our commitment to providing exceptional care and service.  https://lnkd.in/gbunnSzm

John Whiteside, CEO of SageWest Health Care, Recognized on Becker’s 2024 ‘Community Hospital CEOs to Know’ List for Second Consecutive Year. “This is a nice recognition that truly reflects the hard work of the entire team at SageWest to provide high-quality, specialized care tailored to the diverse needs of our communities we serve,” said Whiteside, who oversees SageWest’s hospital campuses in Lander and Riverton. https://lnkd.in/gPQE7X8R