Tamarack Health Ashland Medical Center

05/08/2026

The countdown to the Raffle for a Cause cancer patient fund raiser is on! 5 weeks to go until a day of fun and fund raising at the Bay Area Civic Center. Sign the family up for the fun run - new this year! Sign up using the link in the comments. All proceeds go to helping cancer patients at the NWCC.

Find out more about the Raffle for a Cause, fun run, and featured entertainment here- https://www.tamarackhealth.org/calendar/events/nwcc-raffle-for-a-cause-fun-run/?calendardate=20260613110000

05/06/2026

A Day of Hope & Resilience held on April 25 at the Northern Great Lakes Visitor Center, brought together 23 individuals impacted by cancer in a space of compassion and quiet strength. Hosted by Northwest Wisconsin Cancer Center’s Courageous Connections and sponsored by UW-Extension, the day allowed for nurturing and holistic healing with an emphasis on mind, body and spirit.

Cami Smalley, Well-Being Coach and Author, opened the day with her inspirational message that self-care is never selfish and how the mindful pause serves as a powerful reminder of the skills needed to withstand difficult times. Throughout the day, there were thought provoking breakout sessions that focused on the power of human connection and a brief review of WeCOPE series connecting with our positive emotions presented by Heidi Ungrodt and Tracy Henegar; both with UW-Extension.

Sara Wrobel, with Causeway Caregivers, encouraged attendees to complete vital documents with your loved ones Before the After. Regional Hospice Services & Palliative Care social services staff created space for a conversation about the importance of Advance Care Planning.

Holly Postava, Licensed Massage Therapist, provided complimentary hand and foot massages the entire day.

Sarah Routman, with Laugh Healthy, ended the day with an interactive laughter session to demonstrate the power laughter has on all of our lives. The day served as a powerful reminder that even in the hardest seasons, hope endures- and no one walks the journey alone.

04/29/2026

Meet Brian Capps, a family medicine physician at Tamarack Health, providing primary care at the Ashland Clinic.

He focuses on all aspects of family medicine and specifically enjoys helping patients manage chronic diseases and empowering them to make healthy life choices.

https://www.tamarackhealth.org/provider-directory/providers/brian-capps-md/

04/28/2026

The Alliance has been hard at work bringing together powerful youth voices for The Truth About Ni****ne: Youth Voices Tell All on April 27.

We’re especially proud to have three incredible students from Northwest Wisconsin stepping up to lead the conversation—two from Northwestern Middle School and one from Superior High School.

These students will be sharing real experiences, shedding light on how to***co and ni****ne impact their generation, and helping drive change.

Join the event to hear their stories and be part of the movement to create healthier futures.

04/27/2026

We are the patient experience. Patient Experience Week is April 27th-May 1st, which is a time to celebrate the ways staff positively impact the patient experience every day.

Watch the video of our staff who create positive patient experiences at Tamarack Health.

04/23/2026

To recognize Earth Day and Arbor Day, Tamarack Health staff are coming together for a dedicated community clean up from April 22 - May 22. We are proud to play a role in keeping our neighborhoods, parks, and waterways healthy and beautiful for all to enjoy. Thanks for helping out by always using designated trash cans and recycling bins and if you are at a park, beach or nature area, carry your waste out with you. .

04/21/2026

Shoutout to Eva Thewis, RN in the emergency department, who spent the day with kindergarteners at Our Lady of the Lake Catholic School teaching them about the hospital and how our staff take care of patients. The kids loved learning all about what she does at Tamarack Health!

04/16/2026

Aprils’ artist on display in our Behavioral Health Outpatient lobby is Amy Kostac. Amy is also a Behavioral Health staff member. She uses stained glass and glass fusion to create beautiful, bright and intricate designs.

Amy says, “My mind can be busy sometimes so keeping my hands busy helps keep the peace in my mind. Having a project come together is so therapeutic.”

You can contact Amy about her art by emailing acmkostac@gmail.com. Interested in having your art displayed? Contact Deb Rock at drock@tamarackhealth.org.

04/15/2026

Tamarack Health joins the nation in recognizing April as Donate Life Month to help raise awareness about the importance of organ, eye and tissue donation, and to encourage people to become donors. This recognition month is also to honor those who have saved lives by donating.

Click the link below to sign up to donate or find out more about donation:

National Donate Life Month (NDLM) was established by Donate Life America and its partnering organizations in 2003. Observed in April each year, National Donate Life Month helps raise awareness about donation, encourages Americans to register as organ, eye and tissue donors and honors those who have....

04/10/2026

Patients, family, & friends impacted by a cancer diagnosis are invited to a free day dedicated to holistic healing designed to support physical, emotional & spiritual well-being. While your medical team fights the cancer, we are here to support you. Explore gentle ways to restore balance and boost your quality of life.

-Keynote speaker: Cami Smalley, guided resilience and post-traumatic growth
-Global Laughter Ambassador: Sarah Routman - Laugh Healthy

-Breakout sessions
-Hand & foot massages by Licensed Massage Therapist, Holly Postava.
-Lunch will be provided
-Registration is strongly encouraged; walk-ins welcome the day of the event

https://www.tamarackhealth.org/calendar/events/a-day-of-hope-resilience/?calendardate=20260425100000

04/10/2026

Patrick Nelson is a physician assistant in the ENT department at Tamarack Health Ashland Medical Center and has joined the team, which includes physician Mark Rhodes, MD.

He focuses on general otolaryngology (ENT) services, including a wide range of ear, nose, and throat conditions in both adults and children. This includes ear infections, hearing loss, dizziness and balance concerns, chronic sinus and allergy problems, nasal obstruction, snoring and sleep apnea evaluation, voice changes, swallowing issues, and many common neck, thyroid, and salivary gland concerns.

https://www.tamarackhealth.org/provider-directory/providers/patrick-nelson-pa/