Sanford Health 621 DeMers Ave Clinic

09/12/2025

Thank you to the Alerus Center for hosting the Chamber's Business After Hours!
Sanford Health was proud to join fellow community members for an evening of great conversations and networking. Events like these help strengthen the connections that make our region thrive.

Pictured (left to right): Heath Gould, Christel Parvey, Mary Krogstad, and Michelle Bomgardner.

09/05/2025

Community, Fun & Giving Back!
Last night, Sanford Health employees brought Sanford fit to the East Grand Forks Showcase – a fun-filled evening of games, bouncy houses, firetrucks and more! Sanford fit is a free online resource for parents, educators, caregivers to help empower healthy lifestyle choices.

Even on a chilly evening, our amazing clinic director took a splash in the dunk tank to help raise funds and collect donations for our local food shelter.

Thank you to everyone who came out to support wellness, community, and a great cause!

https://fit.sanfordhealth.org/

08/30/2025

Emmett Zorr has survived cancer and multiple procedures throughout his young life.

As the 2025 Sanford International Children's Ambassador he is looking forward to providing others with an inspiring example of what not giving up is all about.

Learn more: https://san.fo/3JBYsMd

08/29/2025

Since having weight loss surgery, Sue Novak of Bismarck has been living life to its fullest.

From rollercoasters to parenting, Sue may have lost 150 lbs., but she has gained so much more since gastric bypass.

Learn more: https://san.fo/4mJmIus

08/28/2025

Making sure your kids know what to do, and where to go, in an emergency situation can help ease anxiety.

"While false alarms can give your student some anxiety, it’s those lockdown drills that could help put their minds at ease" -Dr. Katelyn Mickelson

Learn more at https://san.fo/41vtifE

08/28/2025

Sanford Health is excited to announce that Lewis Drug, a family-owned pharmacy and retail store chain, is joining Sanford Health.

With 60 locations through South Dakota, Iowa and Minnesota, the partnership will ensure continued access and convenience to pharmacy services and retail items for communities across the region.

Lewis Drug will continue to operate under its current brand, and its team of 188 pharmacists and 1,300 team members will become employees of Sanford Health.

Learn more:

Sanford Health announced it is advancing its commitment to rural health care with an expanded Lewis Drug partnership this fall.

08/27/2025

From road trips to running errands, it’s important to make sure your child is safe every time they buckle up.

These tips will help get your child from point A to point B safely.

Reminder: Always double check the owner’s manual for the most accurate guidelines about your child’s specific seat.

08/26/2025

A hysterectomy is the second most common surgical procedure for women in the U.S., with around 600,000 happening each year.

Most likely, your provider will first try to treat a uterine condition with medicine or therapy.

But if it’s not successful, a hysterectomy may the best option.

08/25/2025

Is knee replacement right for you? Knee replacement surgery is more common than you might think, nearly 800,000 procedures are performed each year in the U.S., according to the American College of Rheumatology.

Cody Sessions, MD, orthopedic surgeon in Bemidji, MN, says, “If you’ve tried everything and still have uncontrolled pain, then probably a knee replacement is your solution."

Learn more about knee replacement surgery: https://san.fo/40Ry8Ui

08/21/2025

The American Academy of Pediatrics strongly recommends the COVID vaccine for children aged six months to two years.

“If you’re concerned, if you have questions, please reach out to your primary care doctor, please reach out to your pediatrician,” Chief Medical Officer Jeremy Cauwels, MD, said.

Watch more: https://www.keloland.com/news/local-news/cdc-changes-covid-vaccine-recommendations-for-kids/

08/21/2025

Following a diagnosis of Brugada syndrome, a potentially fatal heart issue, Carolyn Freer of Dickinson has become the first person in North Dakota with a new implantable defibrillator.

Learn more: https://san.fo/3JlRsD5

08/19/2025

"We all play an important role in the health and healing of our communities."

The commitment to that statement led to Sanford Health adding paid volunteer time off (PVTO) for all employees.

Volunteer time is never required, but it helps employees who are already involved in their communities, as well as those who are looking for the right opportunities to serve.

Learn more: https://san.fo/3HHhdx1

08/19/2025

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08/19/2025

When researching where to go for your pregnancy care, there is a lot to consider.

It’s important to look for somewhere that will provide safe, evidence-based options and a team that can support you throughout the whole process.

08/17/2025

Breastfeeding isn’t always easy and you’re not alone.

Whether you're dealing with sore ni***es, milk supply worries, or other challenges, support is available.

Learn more:

Many new moms encounter problems in early stages of breastfeeding. From soothing ni***es to milk supply, learn how to break down barriers.

08/15/2025

Leadership and staff from Sanford Health Grand Forks and East Grand Forks Clinics attended the Career Impact Academy ribbon cutting and donor event on Wednesday, August 13. This facility will help prepare students for high-demand, high-paying careers through hands-on learning and community partnerships.

08/11/2025

Sanford Health East Grand Forks and Grand Forks employees ran the 10-78 5k on Saturday, August 9th. In police radio communication, the code 10-78 means “request or need assistance." The event raises funds to aid officers and their families in times of crisis along with increasing positive public awareness. Local law enforcement groups hosted their 5k fun run/walk and family event day on the boardwalk in East Grand Forks with over 250 participants, a kids fun run, and static displays.

08/06/2025

We had a great time opening a time capsule from 2008 as part of our staff picnic! The items that were within it will be on display for the next couple weeks, and then they will be re-sealed, along with some current items, until 2050.

08/01/2025

Shout out to our local Dairy Queens and Sanford Health employees for supporting Miracle Treat Day! $1 or more from each blizzard sold will be donated to the Children's Miracle Network Hospitals to benefit Sanford Hospital in Fargo.

05/21/2025

Kellie Plutowski was providing home health care for a patient when she realized his furnace was acting up – so she nominated him to a local program to get a new one.

For Plutowski, the nomination was yet another act of service for a patient in need. It wasn’t health care, but it was just as important.

When Good Samaritan home health nurse Kellie Plutowski noticed her 96-year-old patient's furnace was acting up, she helped him get a new one.

05/02/2025

Sanford Health Therapy Departments in East Grand Forks and Grand Forks organized a shoe drive in local clinics and collected over 148 pairs of shoes for the Soles4Souls project.

The shoe drive fundraiser collects new or gently used shoes and sneakers to support the mission of turning donated footwear into funding for global anti-poverty initiatives. By participating, donors promote recycling and help provide shoes to those in need, reinforcing environmental responsibility and community support.

All of the shoes and sneakers will go into micro-enterprise programs in developing countries around the world. These programs serve as long-term opportunities to break the cycle of poverty for those in need. When the shoes arrive, they are sorted and, together with our partners, we determine where they need to be sent to make the most impact.

The impact of this donate is diversion of 185 pounds from going to local landfills, reducing the environmental impact of unwanted shoes. The donation also created about $1339 of economic opportunity for families and communities around the world through the opportunity and 4Relief programs which is used towards necessities, education and economic opportunities for their families.

www.soles4Soles.org

04/18/2025

What do you do on a quiet Friday before Easter? Have an employee Easter egg hunt, of course!

Sanford East Grand Forks Lab was the winning team in the hunt for finding 40 eggs and treats!

02/13/2025

Sanford Health East Grand Forks, Grand Forks and Orthopedics and Sports Medicine celebrated Giving Hearts Day by attending the United Way's Building Bright Futures breakfast.

Sanford Health is proud to be support our community as an annual sponsor of United Way of Grand Forks, East Grand Forks & Area.