Littleton Regional Healthcare

08/26/2025

This is rural healthcare...

Our Interim Chief Human Resources Officer spotted this little one wandering around our campus today. Fortunately, it knew better than to run towards the busy parking lot and made its way back to where it belongs.

08/25/2025

Jillian Bushor, Au.D., CCC-A, and Maggie Schefer, Au.D., CCC-A, specialize in the diagnosis and management of hearing disorders for patients of all ages. From evaluation to rehabilitation, they address conditions such as progressive or sudden hearing loss, tinnitus, middle ear disorders, and much more.

Maggie and Jillian provide comprehensive diagnostic hearing evaluations to diagnose and manage a variety of hearing issues. They also offer hearing aid fitting and maintenance, counseling and education on auditory disorders, as well as custom hearing protection for occupational or recreational use.

Speak with your healthcare provider about a referral for an audiological evaluation and contact our office by calling (603) 259-7692 to learn more about our services.

08/23/2025

It's HUC Week! This week is dedicated to recognizing the contributions of Health Unit Coordinators (HUCs) to the healthcare team.

LRH has several dozen HUCs that provide essential support by performing patient admission, transfer, and discharge duties, communicating with patients and their support teams, managing departmental supply needs, maintaining electronic health records, and more.

Our HUCs are vital to the operations in our Emergency Department, Medical/Surgical Unit, and other patient care areas. This week, we celebrate them and thank them for their continued hard work!

08/22/2025

Met your deductible or getting close? It's not too early to start thinking about maximizing your benefits with a year-end check-up or other healthcare services!

If you've met, or are on track to meet, your medical insurance deductible for 2025, now is a great time to utilize your coverage for routine or specialty medical care. After your annual deductible is met for the current year, your out-of-pocket medical expenses are often minimal or even zero.

Deductibles under most health insurance plans will reset to the full amount beginning in January. Questions? Our Patient Financial Services Department is happy to help! Give our office a call at (603) 444-9560.

08/21/2025

Please join us in welcoming the newest addition to our orthopedic department, The Alpine Clinic - Dr. Alexander Orfanos.

Dr. Orfanos is an orthopedic surgeon who specializes in total hip replacement, partial and total knee replacement, knee and hip revision surgery, general orthopedic trauma and fracture care, and the treatment of prosthetic joint infections and periprosthetic fractures. He provides comprehensive care for patients with degenerative joint conditions and traumatic injuries.

With the ultimate goal of reducing pain, restoring mobility, and getting patients back to the lifestyle they enjoy, Dr. Orfanos provides a thoughtful, evidence-based approach to care. He will be seeing patients in both our Littleton and Franconia offices beginning in early September, but referrals are being accepted now. Please visit our website to learn more about Dr. Alexander Orfanos or contact our office by calling (603) 823-8600 to schedule.

08/20/2025

Overactive bladder can be caused by abdominal trauma, infection, nerve damage, medications, or increased risk factors, such as diabetes, enlarged prostate, and aging.

Treatment can reduce or eliminate symptoms. Speak with your provider about symptoms you may be experiencing and request a referral to our urological specialists.

08/19/2025

Please join us in celebrating our most recent DAISY Award Honoree – Lisa Boudle, RN! 🌼

In two recent nominations received for Lisa, patients commented on Lisa's encouragement, kindness, and patience as a Triage Nurse for North Country Primary Care. One patient described Lisa as someone who exudes genuine compassion and understanding, lending support and guidance during times of uncertainty and chronic pain.

Those who work alongside Lisa can attest to her dedication, gentle kindness, and caring nature. She is perfectly suited for the field of healthcare, as her passion and eagerness to help others are demonstrated daily through her actions and interactions with others.

Congratulations on this well-earned honor, Lisa! The positive impact you have had on your patients and LRH as a whole is evident.

08/18/2025

It is with great pleasure to announce that Kim Force, Senior Director of Nursing Services, has earned the distinguished title of Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) from the University of North Florida. This achievement is a testament to Kim’s dedication, hard work, and commitment to both the nursing profession and nursing practice at Littleton Regional Healthcare.

Kim joined LRH in 2004 as a Registered Nurse in the Obstetrics Unit. Her natural leadership ability quickly became evident. Over the years, Kim has had great success in various leadership roles including Nurse Manager, Clinical Director of Inpatient Services, and currently as the Senior Director of Nursing Services. She has showcased her passion for nursing through her tremendous contributions to recruitment and retention efforts, supporting and encouraging growth of our nursing staff skill sets, as well expanding our New Graduate Nursing Program. One of her many strengths is her ability to build relationships with staff while keeping the patient at the center of any decision. She is constantly exploring opportunities to support nursing as well as other departments throughout the organization.

Please join us in congratulating Kim on this impressive accomplishment!

08/16/2025

We are currently recruiting volunteers for our volunteer stations throughout the building. We are seeking volunteers to fill one or two 3-hour shifts per week.

Duties may include greeting patients and visitors, providing directions, answering questions, assisting patients in wheelchairs, or helping patients and visitors navigate to/from appointments. LRH provides training to all new volunteers, and we will work with you to determine which roles best suit your interests and abilities.

For more information about volunteer opportunities at Littleton Regional Healthcare, please contact Dawn Lambert, Volunteer Coordinator, at (603) 444-9331 or dlambert@lrhcares.org.

08/15/2025

Specialized care close to home - Otolaryngology (Ear, Nose, and Throat), Allergy Medicine, and Facial Plastics!

Our providers have years of experience treating pediatric and adult ear, nose, and throat disorders, including comprehensive allergy testing for the diagnosis and management of allergic disorders.

We utilize the latest technology to provide advanced medical procedures, including cosmetic laser services, full body skin cancer diagnosis and treatment, Botox and facial rejuvenation, surgical dermatology, rhinoplasty and chin augmentation, and minimally invasive sinus surgery.

Call us today to learn more about services offered or to schedule a consultation - (603) 444-2450. Please note that a referral from your healthcare provider may be required.

Where good health begins.

08/14/2025

Our General Surgeons are specially trained to provide a wide range of diagnostic and treatment services, with an emphasis on minimally invasive techniques. Minimally invasive approaches, such as laparoscopic surgeries, offer several benefits, including reduced pain, faster recovery times, and smaller scars, which can have a smaller impact on your life and work.

Dr. P. Benjamin Schroer and Dr. Daniel Underbakke are Board-Certified General Surgeons who specialize in colon, re**al, and intestinal cancers, benign diseases of the a**s and re**um, colon resection, intestinal obstructions, colonoscopy and endoscopy procedures, skin cancers, gallbladder problems, appendectomies, hernia repair, ulcer repair, hemorrhoid management, trauma surgery, anti-reflux and foregut procedures, wound care, and more.

Our dynamic, forward-thinking General Surgery team continues to grow to support the healthcare needs of our region. Speak with your healthcare provider about a referral today.

08/13/2025

Blood Flow Restriction (BFR) training is just one of the therapies utilized by our Rehabilitation Services Department to assist our patients in achieving optimal recovery.

With Blood Flow Restriction (BFR) training, blood still comes into your muscles via your arteries. The use of a band, however, blocks it from leaving through your veins. This restriction of normal blood flow creates the same muscle environment as regular strength training, but with less weight and at a lower intensity. Muscle growth takes place because your body has been tricked into thinking it’s working harder than it is.

Benefits of BFR training include:
- Increase muscle size faster than regular training alone.
- Same lifting gains as regular training using 20% to 30% less weight or reps.
- Less impact on tendons and joints during lifting.
- Activation of Myogenic Stem Cells to regenerate muscle.
- Release of hormones to stimulate muscle growth.
- Prevents muscle loss in people who are unable to lift heavy weights due to surgical restrictions or physical impairments.

Physical therapists in both our Littleton and Franconia clinics are trained to provide this service. Speak with your healthcare provider about a referral today.