Sanford Vermillion Medical Center

04/22/2026

Congratulations, Dr. Quail! We are lucky to have you in Vermillion.

We are proud to recognize Dr. Jacob Quail with the 2026 Mayor’s Community Service Award.

Jacob’s impact goes far beyond his work as a surgeon. From supporting our youth and local organizations to simply stepping up to help neighbors in need, he leads by quiet example every day.

He is one of the most humble and kind people you will ever meet, and our community is better because of him.

Congratulations, Dr. Quail, and thank you for all you do for Vermillion.

02/23/2026

We're proud to partner with Emily's Hope to welcome their Post-Overdose Response Team (PORT) into Clay County!

This expansion means that overdose survivors in the Vermillion and greater Clay County areas will have access to rapid, compassionate, and evidence-based support as they return home.

This partnership helps bridge gaps in care and connect individuals to treatment, resources, and long-term recovery support.

The Emily's Hope Post-Overdose Response Team now serves Lincoln, Minnehaha, Codington, Turner, Yankton, Brookings, and Clay counties.

02/19/2026

Congratulations to Rachel Olson, Director of Clinic Operations, on reaching an incredible milestone—20 years of service!

Her dedication and contributions continue to strengthen Sanford Vermillion Medical Center and positively impact the community.

Thank you, Rachel, for your years of commitment and excellence.

11/20/2025

As part of National Rural Health Day, Sanford Vermillion Medical Center has been recognized with a 2025 Performance Leadership Award for excellence in quality.

Compiled by the Chartis Center for Rural Health, the Performance Leadership Awards honor top quartile performance (75th percentile or above) among rural hospitals in quality, outcomes, and/or patient perspective. The awards are based on the results of the Chartis Rural Hospital Performance INDEX(R), the industry's most comprehensive and objective assessment of rural hospital performance.