Tamarack Health Ashland Medical Center

12/19/2025

A bit of extra caution can help prevent unpleasant holiday surprises. Toys, treats and lights can all add to the joy of the holiday season—if they're used safely.

Read more about making holidays safe here-

Have a safe holiday with these tips from the American Academy of Pediatrics. (2 min. read)

12/18/2025

Starting in January 2026, the Northwest Wisconsin Cancer Center [NWCC] grief support group, Together We Heal, will be changing from monthly meetings to two, 6-week, courses.

The six-week courses will be offered once in the spring of 2026 and once in the fall of 2026. Exact dates of the meetings are still being decided. The group is appropriate for patients living with stage IV cancer and individuals grieving the loss of a loved one to cancer.

Participants are invited to explore grief in all its forms: physical, spiritual, and relational. Through guided discussion, gentle reflection and shared experience, the course helps to normalize grief, reduce isolation and foster self-compassion while navigating exceptionally difficult times.

https://www.tamarackhealth.org/calendar/events/together-we-heal-grief-support-group/?calendardate=20260106150000

12/16/2025

Thank you to the Freemasons for your generous donation of stuffed animals to help comfort children who come to our emergency room. We hope they will provide comfort to kids that come to the ER over the holidays.

12/16/2025

Tamarack Health Ashland Clinic will be closed on Wednesday, December 24, Thursday, December 25th, and Thursday, January 1st for Christmas and New Years Day. Our Emergency Department will remain open 24/7 for any medical emergencies.

Tamarack Health Superior Clinic will be open until 12pm on Christmas Eve and closed on Christmas and New Years Day.

Have a safe and happy holiday!

11/27/2025

❗️ Anyone without power can take safe shelter at Legendary Waters Hotel.

11/27/2025

11/24/2025

Tamarack Health Ashland Clinic and Superior Clinic will be closed on Thursday, November 27, and Friday, November 28, in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday. Our Emergency Department will remain open 24/7 for any medical emergencies.

Have a safe and happy holiday!

11/21/2025

The new art display in our Behavioral Health outpatient waiting area, "Animal Helpers and Healers” is an exhibit of art honoring animals who have helped our lives and mental health. The pieces are submitted by staff and patients and feature stories of animals and how they impact our lives. One of the prominent shadowbox creations focuses on Katie, who was in active duty in the military, and her service dog Macho. Click the link below to read their full story. And feel free to stop by our Behavioral Health building to see the rest of the stories up close. This installation will be on display until the end of January.

Read the full story here- https://www.tamarackhealth.org/news/releases/new-art-display-in-behavioral-health/

11/19/2025

Tamarack Health is proud to announce the latest recipient of the DAISY Award, Cassie Little, Preoperative RN.

“Cassie was welcoming from the first moment we were assigned to her care. You felt comforted by her words and actions," said the award nominator. "She gave us confidence that the team had the ability to do the procedure by her knowledgeable responses to all our inquiries. She was a calming aide to a day which for me was filled with apprehension and fears. I truly appreciated her professionalism and care.”

The DAISY Award is an international program to honor the extraordinary clinical skill and compassionate care given by our nurses every day. Each DAISY Award Honoree is recognized at a public ceremony and receives a certificate, a DAISY Award pin, and a hand-carved stone sculpture called "A Healer's Touch." DAISY nurses also receive reduced tuition to further their education and direct reimbursements for medical mission trips.

If you would like to submit a nomination, fill out the online form and share your story of how a Tamarack Health nurse made a difference you will never forget.

https://www.tamarackhealth.org/forms/nurses-nomination-form/

11/17/2025

Stop in and take advantage of the November eyewear sale happening now until November 26th. Take 20% off all frames and lenses. Shop stylish eyewear and update your look going into the holiday season.

11/17/2025

Update Date Change: NWCC's Courageous Connections is meeting the THIRD Tuesday of November instead of the fourth Tuesday due to the week of Thanksgiving.

How can I choose the best health insurance plan for my health care needs? Can I get good health insurance coverage if I have a pre-existing condition? When is open enrollment for health insurance? If you have asked yourself these questions or find health insurance to be confusing, you are not alone.

Our guest speaker for November's meeting is Laura Beilke, Esq., Staff Attorney at Triage Cancer.

TOPIC: "Understanding Health Insurance​”

This webinar will present key tips for navigating health insurance, including considerations to make when comparing plans and how to minimize out-of-pocket costs. Triage Cancer is a national, nonprofit that provides free education on the legal and practical issues that may impact individuals diagnosed with cancer and their caregivers.

WHO: We welcome any adults impacted by cancer, patients and caregivers alike.

WHAT: Northwest Wisconsin Cancer Center Courageous Connections [cancer support group]

WHEN: Tuesday, October 28, 2025 11:00 AM-12:00 PM

WHERE: Stockton Island meeting room at Ashland Medical Center [near the gift shop/Hudson Square Coffee]; 1615 Maple Lane, Ashland, WI

You can also attend the meeting virtually by logging into Microsoft Teams or logging in:
Meeting ID: 275 137 673 421
Passcode: ycdgWT
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Dial-in by phone
+1 218-216-6125,,93417967
Phone conference ID: 934 179 67 #

If you are interested in attending or have questions, please contact Laura Martinsen, NWCC’s Social Worker, at 715-685-5004.