Intermountain McKay-Dee Hospital

07/20/2025

Intermountain Health is proud to have been just a small part in the journey towards parenthood for Shay and her late husband, Tanner.

The couple documented their battle with Tanner’s colon cancer on social media, all while awaiting the arrival of their first child. Tanner passed away shortly after his daughter was born.

Diagnosed at only 25 with stage 4 colon cancer, Tanner and Shay decided to start a family when Tanner’s prognosis looked good. However, his treatment began to fail, just as they discovered Shay was pregnant.

The goal was for Tanner to be able to meet his daughter and he made it.
AmyLou was born at Intermountain American Fork Hospital last month and the family has been soaking in every moment together. Baby girl decided to be breach, requiring a c-section. Because of the unique circumstances, leaders at American Fork Hospital were able to get approval for a nurse manager to film video of the moment she met her parents, a memento that will mean so much, even after Tanner is gone.

You can read more about Shay and Tanner on their social media feeds, as well in a feature by The Washington Post https://www.washingtonpost.com/health/interactive/2025/tanner-shay-martin-baby-colon-cancer-end-of-life-planning/

07/18/2025

The Intermountain Women’s Health team started noticing certain women were experiencing cardiovascular issues in the months after giving birth. The issues mainly affected women who experienced hypertensive disorders during pregnancy, such as gestational hypertension, preeclampsia, and eclampsia.

These conditions not only pose risks during pregnancy but also increase the likelihood of future cardiovascular problems like heart attacks, strokes, and heart failure. Despite the severe risks, many women with these disorders were not receiving the long-term follow-up care they needed.

So the team made a plan.

In partnership with the Cardiovascular Clinical Program, the two groups ultimately formed the Women’s Heart Program Clinical Council, involving experts from various fields across all regions.

Facing what seemed like a mountain to tackle — improving coordinated care and reducing cardiovascular events for post-pregnancy women — the group moved ahead with the following goals in mind:

-Treat cardiovascular risks prior to pregnancy, aiming for ideal blood pressure management and fewer cardiovascular events.
-Improve coordinated, proactive care for women post-pregnancy.
-Reduce long-term cardiovascular risk.
-Enhance patient education.

The group developed a new care model for post-partum people. It provides a framework for blood pressure monitoring and management and cardiovascular risk identification and mitigation, with the overall goal of lowering the risk for future cardiovascular disease.

Check out the full care plan: https://kr.ihc.com/ckr-ext/Dcmnt?ncid=530594265

07/18/2025

The first step is what you say. By sharing your story, you can help illuminate a path to wellness.

Hear the full story and share yours. https://connect.intermountainhealth.org/teen-mental-health-nv

Intermountain Children's Health

07/16/2025

Mary Kirchner has found a unique way to combine her needlework hobby with a passion for helping others.

Mary, who has worked in facilities maintenance at LDS Hospital for a year and a half, is a lifelong knitter. Her grandmother taught her how to how to sew, crochet, and knit.

After Mary was assigned to work on LDS’s Bone Marrow Transplant Unit, she heard from a caregiver of a need for hats to give to patients. Having been a volunteer at a children’s hospital while in college, Mary jumped at the opportunity to help out.

“I crochet on a daily basis — it’s like my escape,” she said. “Sometimes I get overwhelmed not knowing what to make, so I got excited when I heard they needed hats. I went out the next day and basically raided the yarn aisle at Joann’s and purchased some nice, soft yarn.”

Since January, Mary has made and given away about a dozen caps, no two of which are alike.

“I don’t use the same color twice and I don’t use same pattern twice,” she said. “I try to make every one specific and unique.”

Barbara Adams, nursing manager on the BMT Unit, said that most patients lose their hair during the transplant process and they enjoy being able to pick a hat that fits their personality.

“We are very lucky to have Mary as a member of our LDSH team. She truly contributes to the special culture we have here,” said Barbara.

07/15/2025

Summer is a time for having fun outside but make sure you stay safe in the summer heat. Dr. Tom Nelson from the Intermountain Medical Center emergency department in Murray, Utah shares tips on how to keep you and your family safe this summer and signs for when you may need to seek care.

07/11/2025

Are you a coffee lover? Do you need that caffeine fix to start your day? If you’re one of the 75 percent of American adults that drink coffee, you may be surprised it’s more than a delicious beverage. It has a range of health benefits too!

From energy boosts, reduced risk of disease, and improved cognitive function, coffee can be a powerhouse of perks. So grab a cup of joe, and let’s explore these health benefits!

​Coffee is more than a delicious beverage. It has a range of health benefits too!

07/10/2025

We’re thrilled to welcome Amy Blasing as the new president of Saint Joseph Hospital starting July 28!

Amy has more than 30 years of experience and began her career as a nurse. She is deeply committed to providing quality experiences both for patients and those who care for them, and brings a people-centered approach to leadership. Most recently, she was the chief executive officer of Lovelace Westside Hospital and Lovelace Women’s Hospital of Ardent Health/Lovelace Health System in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

Amy shared that she was drawn to this position because of the impeccable reputation Saint Joseph Hospital has for delivering high-quality, compassionate care and is very excited to join an organization that has been caring for the community for more than 150 years.

She is well positioned to lead this organization through the next chapter of its very bright future. Welcome, Amy to the Saint Joe’s family!

07/10/2025

Intermountain Health trauma experts advise wearing appropriate riding gear, starting with a helmet, on every ride. Helmets decrease the risk of head and brain injury by up to 88 percent, and facial injury to the upper- and mid-face by 65 percent.

“Always wear a Department of Transportation-approved helmet,” said McKenna Clawson, who is an advanced practice provider at Intermountain Primary Children’s Hospital. “It’s your best defense in a crash.”

Prior to hitting the trail or road:
🔎 Inspect your bike or ATV. Ensuring that the vehicle is in optimal condition can prevent unexpected breakdowns and enhance overall safety.

✅ Complete any state-required, off-highway vehicle education courses. In Utah, kids under age 18 must complete an off-highway vehicle education course and wear a helmet when riding on public land. Adults are now required to complete a one-time course as well.

⛑️ Learn basic first aid. Being prepared for emergencies can make a significant difference in critical situations and can be invaluable during off-road adventures.

🚫 Decide to ride within your skill level and avoid taking unnecessary risks.

Be Smart. Stay Safe. Win Big.
Visit IntermountainHealth.org/SummerSafety to learn top summer safety tips and to make your safety pledge. You could win great prizes!

07/09/2025

When the weather gets warmer, many people look to cool off in different ways.

Believe it or not though, there are some benefits to dunking yourself in cold water and there are a lot of ways to go about it too.

When the weather gets warmer, many people look to cool off in different ways. Believe it or not though, there are some benefits to dunking yourself in cold water and there are a lot of ways to go about it too.

07/08/2025

Intermountain Health has partnered with the nonprofit Centering Healthcare Institute to offer moms-to-be the option of joining together for a group-based prenatal care program called Centering Pregnancy.

The Centering Pregnancy program option offers patient-centered care, longer clinic visits with certified nurse midwives, and a pregnancy, childbirth and postpartum support group all rolled into one.

This innovative approach to prenatal care is currently offered in Utah at Intermountain Health’s Layton Parkway Women’s Health Clinic. There are plans to offer Centering Pregnancy at other Intermountain Health Wasatch Front midwife clinic locations in Utah in the late fall of this year and in 2026. Centering Pregnancy is also currently offered at Intermountain Health Birth Center of Denver.

Learn more: https://news.intermountainhealth.org/intermountain-health-offering-group-prenatal-care-option-called-centering-pregnancy-at-layton-parkway-midwife-clinic/

07/06/2025

You tweaked your back lifting groceries. Your knee’s been aching since that weekend hike. Or maybe your shoulder’s been acting up for weeks, but you keep telling yourself it’ll get better on its own.

It’s not always easy to know when pain is something that will pass or when it’s time to take action. That’s where physical therapy (PT) can make a big difference. And thanks to Connect Care Physical Therapy from Intermountain Health, you don’t even have to leave your home to get the help you need.

Daily pain shouldn't be your new normal. Whether you're recovering from an injury, struggling with ongoing soreness, or just want to move more freely again, physical therapy can help you get there.

05/16/2025

🎉 We’re live at the Ogden Marathon Expo and the energy is electric! 🏃‍♀️💥 Think you’ve got hops? Test your skills with our vertical jump challenge — can you beat 2 feet? 👀

We’ll be out there bright and early tomorrow cheering on every amazing runner. Swing by our booth to grab a cheer board or a cowbell and help us make some noise! 🔔🙌

Let’s show up big for our community and celebrate every stride. 💪

05/13/2025

✨ Celebrating Our Caregivers at McKay-Dee Hospital! ✨

This week, we're recognizing the incredible dedication of our caregivers during Caregiver Appreciation Week. One of the ways we honor their service is through our L.O.V.E. Awards, and we want to highlight the outstanding compassion shown by Troy Quarnberg in a recent nomination.

💙 Nomination:
"Troy stepped in to assist a community case worker who was supporting a young patient in a challenging situation. Recognizing the need for additional support, Troy spent several hours engaging with the patient, providing comfort, and creating a calming environment. His compassionate approach ensured the patient received respectful and dignified care while also allowing the case worker an opportunity for respite. Troy’s actions exemplify true empathy and professionalism, making a meaningful difference in a difficult moment."

👏 Thank you, Troy, for embodying our values and making a lasting impact through your empathy and dedication.

💬 Help us celebrate all of our caregivers—drop a comment below or share a moment when a caregiver made a difference for you!

03/03/2025

Is February over already?! Heart month was one full of education, celebration, and supporting our amazing community. The month started with a huge honor as the heart team was recognized by Premier as a 2025 Top 50 Cardiovascular Hospital - the #1 teaching heart hospital without a cardiovascular residency program! We're so proud of our team for providing nationally recognized care right here at home!

We had so much fun providing hundreds of our neighbors with important heart health screenings and information during our heart fair- comment below and tell us something you were inspired to improve during heart month!

To wrap it up, the team at McKay-Dee and their families, also showed their hearts while supporting Weber State Basketball and Ogden Mustang Hockey. Team McKay-Dee works, cheers, and cares together!

02/18/2025

There’s no better time to celebrate our most recent L.O.V.E. – Daisy award winner than during this month of hearts and love! Jens Opheikens, RN, was recently celebrated for showing exception care to a patient and their family during some tender days in the ICU. Not only did Jens honor our Intermountain value of proving excellent clinical care, he put people first. Each time he entered this patient room Jens showed his heart as he did small acts of kindness.

The family noted in their nomination that, “Jens answered all of our questions with such knowledge and confidence and brought the doctor to the bedside anytime we had a concern. Jens showed such care and compassion in everything he did.”

During the patients’ stay, the loved ones felt cared for as well as Jens always asked if he could get them drinks or anything else to provide for their comfort. He was tender as he never missed a chance to fix the patient’s hair and get it out of their face. The sister shared, “His actions were little but mighty in our eyes – we cannot express the amount of gratitude we feel towards him.”

Jens also showed his heart to the family as he offered to read a letter out loud, that was written by a family member to the patient. The family didn’t feel they could do it with a steady voice, so Jens did it on their behalf. “We all felt his emotions coming through as he read the letter and that just showed me how caring and empathetic he is,” shared the sister.

Congratulations to Jens for this well-deserved honor for Living Our Values Every day (L.O.V.E.) and to all the incredibly dedicated caregivers at McKay-Dee Hospital who share their heart and skill with our patients and visitors each day!

02/06/2025

Making small changes can significantly enhance your heart health, helping you live your healthiest life. Join us at McKay-Dee Hospital in Ogden to learn how YOU can improve your heart health.

Friday, February 7 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the McKay-Dee Hospital Education Center (4401 Harrison Blvd, Ogden, Utah 84403).

Parking is available on the southeast side of the hospital campus.

Be sure and wear red, since February 7 is National Wear Red Day.

MORE INFO INCLUDING PROVIDER SPEAKERS: https://connect.intermountainhealth.org/mckay-dee-heart-fair

01/01/2025

Happy New Year! 🎉

As we welcome 2025, we reflect on the past year with gratitude and look forward to the new year with hope.

Let's step into the new year with renewed energy and a shared commitment to making a positive difference in our community.

Here's to your health!

11/29/2024

Black Friday Savings to Optimize Your Health Tomorrow is the LAST DAY for extra savings!!

Intermountain Sports Performance specializes in helping your youth athletes get stronger, faster and more agile and our Black Friday discount is the best value you'll find all year!

Just visit the link, enter code HOLIDAY25, and save a total of $125 off our 18 session Speed & Power training package. This is scientifically engineered to adapt to all athletes, all sports, ages 10 and up. Too busy right now to start? The best part is that you can buy it now and use it anytime in 2025!
Show some hustle to get yours, while the holiday special goes until Dec. 31st, the additional Black Friday savings is only from November 27-November 30th!

https://intermountainhealthcare.org/classes-events/detail/sports-performance-training-season-of-speed?startDate=11-22-2024

11/26/2024

Black Friday Savings to Optimize Your Health Nov 27-30!!

Intermountain Sports Performance specializes in helping your youth athletes get stronger, faster and more agile and our Black Friday discount is the best value you'll find all year!

Just visit the link, enter code HOLIDAY25, and save a total of $125 off our 18 session Speed & Power training package. This is scientifically engineered to adapt to all athletes, all sports, ages 10 and up. Too busy right now to start? The best part is that you can buy it now and use it anytime in 2025!

Show some hustle to get yours, while the holiday special goes until Dec. 31st, the additional Black Friday savings is only from November 27-November 30th!

https://intermountainhealthcare.org/classes-events/detail/sports-performance-training-season-of-speed?startDate=11-22-2024

11/22/2024

We've hit a medical milestone: performing our 500th lifesaving TAVR procedure!

❤️ What is TAVR? TAVR stands for transcatheter aortic valve replacement, is a minimally-invasive heart procedure that uses a catheter to replace narrowed aortic valves that fails to open properly. This occurs when the heart's aortic valve thickens and calcifies, preventing the valve from opening fully, which limits blood flow from the heart to the rest of the body.

This condition, known as aortic stenosis, can cause chest pain, fainting, fatigue, leg swelling, and shortness of breath. It may also lead to heart failure and sudden cardiac death in some patients.

McKay-Dee Hospital has used a relatively new heart procedure that has saved 500-plus lives. Patients would have had to go to Salt Lake City if the Ogden hospital did not offer the procedure.

10/12/2024

Thank you to all who attended our Ladies Night Out Health Fair! In case you missed it, here’s a recap!

10/08/2024

🥳You're Invited!🥳

This THURSDAY - Prioritize your health while enjoying a night out with friends at McKay-Dee Hospital! Women's Health Fair!
FOOD | GIVEAWAYS | SPEAKERS | FUN

*Flu Shots will be available on site - insurance and self pay options*

Send a message to learn more

09/04/2024

We would like to congratulate and thank the Emergency Department, Computed T tomography (CT), and Interventional Radiology (IR) teams for achieving Target: Stroke Elite Plus Honor Roll and Target: Stroke Advanced Therapy Honor Roll.

These teams worked hard to bring us to the highest-level of achievement, which reflects the great care that is provided to our stroke patients at McKay-Dee Hospital.