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Think Salads Are Just ‘Diet Food’? Think Again.

WHY SALADS ARE WORTH THE HYPE

Choosing the Right Walking Shoe: 7 Best Walking Shoes with a Wide Toe Box

When it comes to staying active and pain-free, your footwear plays a bigger role than you might think. Many common foot concerns—such as bunions, hammertoes, neuromas, and general forefoot discomfort—can be aggravated by shoes that crowd the toes.

Solving Pain Takes a Team

Stop the Stinger

A stinger is a sports injury where the nerves in the neck and shoulder are compressed after an impact. Named for the stinging pain they cause, stingers often occur during contact sports.

Celebrating 75 Years of Healthy Huron

FAMILY MEDICINE WITH OB physician Nathan Loewen, MD, and general surgeon Anthony Loewen, MD, are well-known leaders within the Huron Regional Medical Center medical staff.

Seeking to Fill a Vital Need

FAMILY MEDICINE WITH OB physician Nathan Loewen, MD, and general surgeon Anthony Loewen, MD, are well-known leaders within the Huron Regional Medical Center medical staff.

Treating the Person, Not an Illness

FAMILY MEDICINE WITH OB physician Nathan Loewen, MD, and general surgeon Anthony Loewen, MD, are well-known leaders within the Huron Regional Medical Center medical staff.

Turn Off the Screens, Turn on the Sun!

FAMILY MEDICINE WITH OB physician Nathan Loewen, MD, and general surgeon Anthony Loewen, MD, are well-known leaders within the Huron Regional Medical Center medical staff.

Tread Carefully

FAMILY MEDICINE WITH OB physician Nathan Loewen, MD, and general surgeon Anthony Loewen, MD, are well-known leaders within the Huron Regional Medical Center medical staff.

Renewing Our Commitment to the Community

FAMILY MEDICINE WITH OB physician Nathan Loewen, MD, and general surgeon Anthony Loewen, MD, are well-known leaders within the Huron Regional Medical Center medical staff.

How SAD Affects Kids

FAMILY MEDICINE WITH OB physician Nathan Loewen, MD, and general surgeon Anthony Loewen, MD, are well-known leaders within the Huron Regional Medical Center medical staff.

What's Good for the Heart

FAMILY MEDICINE WITH OB physician Nathan Loewen, MD, and general surgeon Anthony Loewen, MD, are well-known leaders within the Huron Regional Medical Center medical staff.

Healthy Holidays: Finding Balance, Joy and Movement

The holiday season brings sparkling lights, family gatherings and plenty of opportunities to slow down and savor meaningful moments. It also brings full calendars, frosty weather and indulgent treats at every turn.

Planning for the Big Day: How a Birth Plan Empowers Your Labor Experience

Welcoming a new baby into the world is one of life’s most extraordinary moments. At Huron Regional Medical Center (HRMC), we believe that every birthing experience should be as personal, respectful, and comfortable as possible.

Breaking Barriers

“I ALWAYS KNEW I wanted to be a nurse,” says Valencia, who moved to Huron from Puerto Rico with her family when she was 15. “But language made it hard for me.”

Common Surgery, Uncommonly Close

The surgical expertise at Huron Regional Medical Center isn’t limited to emergency surgeries. Our team performs many common and complex procedures, including gallbladder removal—one of the most common surgeries in the U.S.

Dig In

SPENDING TIME PLANTING fruits, veggies, and flowers does more than provide tasty food or brighten up your yard. Studies show that getting your hands dirty and tending plants is good for you in many ways.

A Step Forward

IN NOVEMBER 2024, Tracy Stahl was carrying groceries into the house when her boot caught on a step leading into her house.

Surgical Expertise, Right Next Door

HAVING TRUSTED, EXPERIENCED surgeons close to home makes a difference whenever you’re having surgery, but it’s even more crucial when you need emergency surgery –something Huron resident Jann Johnson learned in November 2024.

Boat Safety: Smooth Sailing

Whether you're setting off on a peaceful lake cruise or heading out for a day of fishing on the river, safety should always be your top priority. Here are some essential boat safety tips to help keep your adventures fun and worry-free.

Spring Allergy Tips

As the days grow longer and the flowers begin to bloom, many people find themselves facing an all-too-familiar challenge—spring allergies. For millions, the season of renewal also brings sneezing, itching, and congestion. Fortunately, there are several strategies to manage symptoms and make the most of the warmer months, as shared by Kristin VanBuskirk, CNP, who provides ear, nose, and throat care at the HRMC Physicians Clinic.

April is National Foot Health Awareness Month

National Foot Health Month is observed annually in April to raise awareness about the importance of foot health and to promote good foot care practices. According to the American Podiatric Medical Association, approximately 20 percent of the U.S. population has at least one foot problem annually.

Plan Your Plate

WITH THE TEMPTATIONS of tasty treats all around you, healthy eating can be a challenging feat. But with a little planning, you can enjoy yourself without abandoning your goals. “It’s all about balance,” says Ashley Curnow, RDN, registered dietitian and nutritionist at Huron Regional Medical Center. “You can have some treats, but also work in the healthier foods that our bodies deserve.”

Fit Feet for a Healthier You

The beginning of a new year is a common time to focus on self-improvement. For many, getting fit tops the list of resolutions. “Your feet are the foundation of your mobility, and maintaining their health is essential for overall well-being,” says Jordan Finck, DPM, foot and ankle surgeon and podiatrist at HRMC Physicians Clinic. “Proper foot care helps prevent discomfort, injury, and chronic issues.”

Teens & Skin Issues

ACNE IS A common condition faced by many teens. Although most adolescents will have acne at some point, your teen still may be embarrassed by it. As a parent or guardian, it is important to take your teen’s feelings about acne seriously. Helping your adolescent address their skin concerns can lessen the chances of distress or low self-esteem about the condition and help them learn to take proactive steps to manage it in the future.

Transitional Care Close to Home

“Swing bed is often a bridge between the intense care environment of the hospital and going home,” says Kristen Hughes, MD, a hospitalist at HRMC who cared for Rogers. “Swing bed combines the resources of skilled nursing facilities with the flexibility of hospital services.”

Understanding Ingrown Toenails

Ingrown toenails are a common foot problem that can cause discomfort and pain. They occur when the edge or corner of the toenail grows into the surrounding skin, leading to redness, swelling, and sometimes infection.

HRMC to Launch Three New Apprenticships

Huron Regional Medical Center is celebrating National Apprenticeship Week by gearing up to launch three new apprenticeship programs including hemodialysis technician registered nursing, and a health care philanthropy apprenticeship at the HRMC Foundation.

PARTNERS IN CARE

FAMILY MEDICINE WITH OB physician Nathan Loewen, MD, and general surgeon Anthony Loewen, MD, are well-known leaders within the Huron Regional Medical Center medical staff.

Tips for a Safe Hunting Season

Hunting is a fun activity and family tradition, but a very serious level of responsibility comes with taking to the field. Hunting can become dangerous if hunters do not practice firearm and general safety precautions.  Below are a few tips to help keep you safe on the hunt!

Understanding Both Sides

IF HEALTHY LIFESTYLE changes, such as limiting sodium and exercising regularly, can’t keep your blood pressure in a normal range on their own, medications may help. Common classes of high blood pressure medications include calcium channel blockers, ACE inhibitors, angiotensin II receptor blockers and diuretics. All can cause side effects, but most medications are well tolerated.

The Future of Huron Health Care

DID YOU KNOW Huron Regional Medical Center offers scholarships to students looking to launch a health care career and remain in Huron? “Our Healthy Huron Commitment Scholarships pay for a portion of tuition, and Build Dakota funds are often available to fund the rest,” says Levi Kary, executive director of the HRMC Foundation.

Partners in Care

FAMILY MEDICINE WITH OB physician Nathan Loewen, MD, and general surgeon Anthony Loewen, MD, are well-known leaders within the Huron Regional Medical Center medical staff. Now, the father-son duo is excited to announce that their practice, New Life Clinic, is joining together with HRMC.

A Tradition of Care

FOUR GENERATIONS OF women have found a trusted health care partner in Rebekah Storm, DNP, a women’s and family nurse practitioner at HRMC Physicians Clinic.

Hometown Orthopedic Excellence

THE HURON REGIONAL Medical Center orthopedic program is expanding services. In recent years, we’ve welcomed new orthopedic team members and introduced new advances. All this progress has one purpose: to better serve you.

Keep Your Kids Active

Whether your child needs medical care in the midst of summer adventures or requires a back-to-school physical in preparation for fall sports, you can count on pediatrician Sean Schooley, MD, to deliver.

Put Your Best Foot Forward

Just in time for sandal season, podiatric surgeon Jordan Finck, DPM, brings his expertise in general podiatry to the HRMC Physicians Clinic. Addressing everything from arthritis to nerve problems to farm injuries, Dr. Finck is inspired by the opportunity to get his patients back on their feet. He also relishes being back in the state that is close to his heart.

Bridging the Gap to Better Health

CHWS SPECIALIZE IN educating community members about preventive health measures and helping them find the services they need. “The goal of the CHWs is to bridge any gaps that make it hard for patients to access health care,” says Teresa Haatvedt,BSN, health care career and outreach director at HRMC.

Finding Hope and Coming Home

HAVING A STROKE was not part of Amanda Dubon’s plan during an outof- town trip in 2023. But the medical emergency happened anyway, leading to a hospitalization in a city that was not her own. One month later, Amanda was released to go home to Huron. However, her road to recovery had only just begun.

Encontrar Esperanza y Regresar a Casa

Amanda Dubon sufrió un derrame cerebral durante un viaje fuera de la ciudad en 2023, lo que la llevó a estar hospitalizada en una ciudad diferente. Un mes después, Amanda fue dada de alta hospitalaria para regresar a su casa en Huron; sin embargo, su camino hacia la recuperación apenas había comenzado.

Restoring Vitality After Birth

Sometimes, postpartum challenges can cause discomfort for both mother and baby. To help smooth the way after delivery, Huron Regional Medical Center offers physical therapy educational sessions free of charge.

Delivering Precious Blessings Close to Home

NO TWO BIRTHS are the same, and the obstetrics team at Huron Regional Medical Center wouldn’t have it any other way. Whether an expectant mother must navigate a sudden change in her birth plan or learn new ways to manage a surprise pregnancy later in life, HRMC has the solutions needed to move forward with confidence. 

Dando A Luz Preciosas Bendiciones Cerca de Casa

Muchas veces, cuando se está esperando un bebé la madre debe afrontar un cambio repentino en su plan de parto o aprender nuevas formas de gestionar una sorpresa en el embarazo. HRMC tiene las soluciones necesarias para avanzar con confianza en este proceso tan importante.

Fueling Your Fitness

EMBARKING ON A fitness journey goes beyond physical activity. In the quest to shed pounds, many people drastically cut calories in hopes of seeing rapid results. Unfortunately, what may seem like a straightforward path to weight loss can often backfire.

Surgery With a Hometown Connection

WHETHER YOU COME in for a scheduled joint replacement or an emergency appendix surgery, the HRMC surgical team provides the care you need with connections that make you feel at ease. “You don’t have to sacrifice quality for convenience or vice versa.”

Small Steps and a Big REACH: A Letter from our CEO

At HRMC we are fortunate to have an extremely supportive Board of Directors who have our community’s best interest at heart.  As a result, they’ve seen the wisdom in helping us define our BHAG for the foreseeable future as stated in our new mission and vision statements.

Breathing Life Into a Career

HUNTLEY-GOMEZ started working for Huron Regional Medical Center in 2019. At the time, she didn’t have an interest in medicine. She simply needed a job. Slowly, that began to change.

Respirando Vida Como Profesión

“Como recepcionista en la sala de emergencias durante la pandemia, pude ver lo duro que trabajan las enfermeras y eso realmente lo admiré”. Huntley-Gómez dice. "Me gusta ayudar a la gente. Entonces, cuando oí hablar que HRMC patrocinaría becas de enfermería, presenté mi solicitud”.

Healthy Eating

The choices we make in the kitchen impact not only our physical health but also our mental and emotional vitality. Healthy eating goes beyond just the food on our plates; it involves cultivating a mindful approach to how we eat.

Loving Care for Difficult Moments

BRENDA CHRISTIANSEN WAS very close to her 92-year old mother, Catherine Johnson, who moved to Huron in early 2022 from southern Illinois. During their days together, the pair enjoyed each other’s company and daily trips to get ice cream. However, their lives changed forever when Johnson had a serious stroke.

A Healthier, Happy Winter

During winter’s cold, short days, it can be hard to get off the couch and move. Inspire yourself by starting with a small, attainable goal and building on that.

Do's and Don'ts of Frostbite Care

IN HURON, we are well-acquainted with the bitter cold – as well as the cold fingers and toes that often come with it. However, when any area of the body gets too cold, frostbite can occur.

The Road to Healing

“We strive for limb preservation, so we made an aggressive treatment plan to give Mr. Myers the best chance at preserving his lower limb,” McCaskell says. “I’m so happy I was a part of yet another successful wound care story.”

Nutritious Holiday Swaps

YOU DON’T HAVE to wait until January to start eating healthier. It’s easy to incorporate healthy swaps into many holiday dishes.

Christen & Hohm Dialysis Center

Paul Christen recently made a commitment to donate the funds from the future sale of his Huron home to the expansion and sustainability of dialysis in the community. The future gift is part of the HRMC Foundation’s Dialysis Capital Campaign, of which Dr. Robert Hohm is chairman.

Regular Exams and Screenings Key to Detecting Women’s Cancer Early

Regular wellness visits may seem like a burden to women when everything seems normal, however, regular screenings can add years to one’s life.

Solving Pain Takes a Team

If you're one of the many residents of Beadle County and the surrounding area living with pain, you might not know about the local resources that can provide relief without surgery or opioid medications.

Focusing on Collaborative Wellness

The collaborative wellness approach we're working toward is intended to optimize the strengths of partners in our community so we can shift from treating a patient's acute illness to focusing on proactive wellness.

The Heart of the Matter

"Cardiac rehabilitation can significantly improve both short- and long-term outcomes after heart surgery," says Kevin Vaska, MD

Addressing a Personal Condition

If you struggle with bowel or bladder control, you may have a weak pelvic floor. These problems are not uncommon, and the right physical therapy can help resolve them effectively. 

A History of Commitment

Continuity of care has been a consistent theme during HRMC’s long history, which began with the founding of St. John’s Hospital in 1947.

Committed to Excellence by Building a Stronger Future

The HRMC Foundation has taken steps to retain talented medical staff in a rural health care setting through the Healthy Huron Commitment Scholarship.

75 Years of Reflection

"As I reflect on Huron Regional Medical Center’s first 75 years, I’m filled with pride. It’s humbling to consider the sacrifices, dedication, and vision of those who have made HRMC what it is today."

Delivering Care to Huron for 75 Years

Whether a new birth, emergency services, or preventative medicine close to home, the vision born in 1947 to provide care to the community remains. Recollections of growth and change paired with a focus on the future bring HRMC to where we stand with you today

Coping with Holiday Grief

During the holidays, many people are dealing with loss and are often caught in a dilemma between the need to grieve and the pressure to get into the spirit of the season.

Alternative Pain Management Available in Huron

Expanded Pain Management Services at HRMC

Taking a pill may seem like the easiest way to reduce pain - but anti-infammatory and opioid medications can have unpleasant side effects, including addiction.

Expanded Pain Management Services at HRMC

FAMILY MEDICINE WITH OB physician Nathan Loewen, MD, and general surgeon Anthony Loewen, MD, are well-known leaders within the Huron Regional Medical Center medical staff.

Grateful to Ride Again

FAMILY MEDICINE WITH OB physician Nathan Loewen, MD, and general surgeon Anthony Loewen, MD, are well-known leaders within the Huron Regional Medical Center medical staff.

Why People Delay Surgery

FAMILY MEDICINE WITH OB physician Nathan Loewen, MD, and general surgeon Anthony Loewen, MD, are well-known leaders within the Huron Regional Medical Center medical staff.

Having Surgery Can Help You Feel Better

FAMILY MEDICINE WITH OB physician Nathan Loewen, MD, and general surgeon Anthony Loewen, MD, are well-known leaders within the Huron Regional Medical Center medical staff.

Can an MRI be a Peaceful Experience?

FAMILY MEDICINE WITH OB physician Nathan Loewen, MD, and general surgeon Anthony Loewen, MD, are well-known leaders within the Huron Regional Medical Center medical staff.

Cancer and Important Conversations

FAMILY MEDICINE WITH OB physician Nathan Loewen, MD, and general surgeon Anthony Loewen, MD, are well-known leaders within the Huron Regional Medical Center medical staff.

Our New Strategic Plan is Working for You

FAMILY MEDICINE WITH OB physician Nathan Loewen, MD, and general surgeon Anthony Loewen, MD, are well-known leaders within the Huron Regional Medical Center medical staff.

Donor Spotlight: Angie Uttecht

FAMILY MEDICINE WITH OB physician Nathan Loewen, MD, and general surgeon Anthony Loewen, MD, are well-known leaders within the Huron Regional Medical Center medical staff.

Better Breast Exams

FAMILY MEDICINE WITH OB physician Nathan Loewen, MD, and general surgeon Anthony Loewen, MD, are well-known leaders within the Huron Regional Medical Center medical staff.

Three Reasons to Start Gardening

FAMILY MEDICINE WITH OB physician Nathan Loewen, MD, and general surgeon Anthony Loewen, MD, are well-known leaders within the Huron Regional Medical Center medical staff.

A Good Night's Sleep

FAMILY MEDICINE WITH OB physician Nathan Loewen, MD, and general surgeon Anthony Loewen, MD, are well-known leaders within the Huron Regional Medical Center medical staff.

Preventing Sports Injuries

FAMILY MEDICINE WITH OB physician Nathan Loewen, MD, and general surgeon Anthony Loewen, MD, are well-known leaders within the Huron Regional Medical Center medical staff.

Fueling Cardiac Comebacks

FAMILY MEDICINE WITH OB physician Nathan Loewen, MD, and general surgeon Anthony Loewen, MD, are well-known leaders within the Huron Regional Medical Center medical staff.

A Message From the Heart

FAMILY MEDICINE WITH OB physician Nathan Loewen, MD, and general surgeon Anthony Loewen, MD, are well-known leaders within the Huron Regional Medical Center medical staff.

Is Your Home Workstation Working for You?

FAMILY MEDICINE WITH OB physician Nathan Loewen, MD, and general surgeon Anthony Loewen, MD, are well-known leaders within the Huron Regional Medical Center medical staff.

Understanding Thyroid Cancer

FAMILY MEDICINE WITH OB physician Nathan Loewen, MD, and general surgeon Anthony Loewen, MD, are well-known leaders within the Huron Regional Medical Center medical staff.

Get a Grip on Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

FAMILY MEDICINE WITH OB physician Nathan Loewen, MD, and general surgeon Anthony Loewen, MD, are well-known leaders within the Huron Regional Medical Center medical staff.

Welcome to Our New CEO

FAMILY MEDICINE WITH OB physician Nathan Loewen, MD, and general surgeon Anthony Loewen, MD, are well-known leaders within the Huron Regional Medical Center medical staff.

Benefits of Physical Therapy for Pain Management

FAMILY MEDICINE WITH OB physician Nathan Loewen, MD, and general surgeon Anthony Loewen, MD, are well-known leaders within the Huron Regional Medical Center medical staff.

A Time for Every Season

FAMILY MEDICINE WITH OB physician Nathan Loewen, MD, and general surgeon Anthony Loewen, MD, are well-known leaders within the Huron Regional Medical Center medical staff.

How Can Hospitalists Help You?

FAMILY MEDICINE WITH OB physician Nathan Loewen, MD, and general surgeon Anthony Loewen, MD, are well-known leaders within the Huron Regional Medical Center medical staff.

Young at Heart

FAMILY MEDICINE WITH OB physician Nathan Loewen, MD, and general surgeon Anthony Loewen, MD, are well-known leaders within the Huron Regional Medical Center medical staff.

Preeclampsia - When the Unexpected Happens When You're Expecting

FAMILY MEDICINE WITH OB physician Nathan Loewen, MD, and general surgeon Anthony Loewen, MD, are well-known leaders within the Huron Regional Medical Center medical staff.