Sanford Worthington Medical Center

07/30/2025

The blood drive will be at Sanford Worthington Medical Center

07/18/2025

Clear Lake, South Dakota gymnast Laycee Andersen's return to form after injury has been a winding, but rewarding road.

She worked with Dr. Josefine Combs, a sports psychologist at Sanford Health, to overcome the mental hurdles that come with injury recovery.

Watch her story: https://san.fo/3TOJvIv

07/17/2025

Choosing a birth control can be overwhelming when there are so many options. Where and how do you begin?

We break it all down with a Sanford Women's OB/GYN in this episode of Her Kind of Healthy: https://san.fo/455Cl96

07/16/2025

Our extraordinary nurses consistently demonstrate unwavering commitment, surpassing the call of duty not only in delivering exceptional clinical care to patients and their families buy also going above and beyond with their comforting touch and compassion.

At the heart of acknowledging and honoring these exceptional nurses is the prestigious DAISY Award, a beacon of recognition. Each month, nurses throughout Sanford Health are nominated by patients, families and coworkers who have been touched by their exceptional care, and each nomination is a testament to the dedication and compassion they exhibit.

Congratulations to our recent DAISY Honorees!

07/16/2025

Tick related ER visits are hitting record highs, with Cass County seeing a major spike this summer. A Sanford infectious disease expert shares why most tick removals can be done safely at home and how to do it right.

Learn more about staying safe this tick season: https://san.fo/3GtuPM1

07/16/2025

Before the fall sports season begins, Sanford Health reminds parents to schedule their child’s annual physical. A quick checkup can help ensure student-athletes are healthy and ready to play safely.

Learn more: https://san.fo/4lvUeDJ

07/15/2025

For many survivors, the end of treatment isn’t the end of the journey. A Sanford Health expert shares why the emotional weight of cancer can linger, even after ringing the bell.

Read more about the hidden side of survivorship:

Understanding how the brain works can help ease anxiety during and after cancer treatment, a Sanford Health cancer psychologist says.

07/15/2025

At Sanford Health, it is our privilege and responsibility to care for you.

Every interaction you have with us is important, which is why our Patient Pledge is built on three core promises – to take the time to listen to you, to work well as a team to take care of you, and to make sure you know what to do next.

These commitments reflect our mission to care, comfort and cure. They also guide how we work to improve your health, your well-being and your experience. Your health matters to us.

Learn more: https://www.sanfordhealth.org/about

07/14/2025

Even though tick-borne illnesses are rare, they can be very dangerous.

When you come in from outdoors this summer be sure to check yourself for ticks before settling in!

Learn more about Lyme disease and other illnesses ticks can carry: https://san.fo/4lDvdpW

07/13/2025

Is your big toe trying to tell you something?

That stubborn bump on your foot might be more than just a nuisance, it could be a bunion. And you’re not alone. Nearly 1 in 3 adults over 65 deal with them.

We talked toTyler Zinnecker, DPM, about what causes bunions, how to treat them, and when it’s time to consider surgery.

Learn more:

What is a bunion and how do you get one? More importantly, how do you ease the discomfort? We asked a Sanford Health podiatrist to explain.

07/11/2025

Each year, Sanford World Clinic sponsors Sanford employees to join a life-changing mission trip with the International Esperanza Project.

This year, 17 dedicated team members traveled to Guatemala from April 26 to May 4 as part of the 2025 Team Thankful mission. Together, they performed 73 surgeries and provided 162 patient consultations.

07/11/2025

At age 15, Megan McManus never expected to fight melanoma — the most dangerous skin cancer.

Today this survivor brings an important message that could save your skin — and your life.

Learn more: https://san.fo/40QYR2U

Megan McManus figured the small growth on her face was nothing more than a long-lasting pimple. It turned out to be skin cancer: melanoma.

07/10/2025

70% to 80% of women will get uterine fibroids, benign tumors in the wall of the uterus, in their lifetime.

Fortunately, fibroids don't cause problems for most women.

Learn the signs and risks of fibroids, and when to see your provider:

Up to 80% of women will get uterine fibroids, benign tumors in their uterus. Learn the signs, risks, and when to see your doctor.

07/03/2025

Dr. Charles D**e retired from Sanford Worthington Family Medicine Clinic on June 30th, 2025. He cared for the Worthington and surrounding community for just over 15 years. His dedication to Sanford Worthington Clinic and his work with hospice and community nursing homes will be missed, but we wish him well on his retirement.

06/20/2025

We are proud to continue serving our community with excellence and compassion by maintaining our Level IV Trauma Center designation. This achievement reflects our ongoing commitment to providing critical, life-saving care close to home.

Thank you to our dedicated team of healthcare professionals who make this possible every day! 💙

06/17/2025

Joel Krekelberg, athletic trainer at Sanford Worthington, spends his down time creating small wooden hearts to give to hospice patients. He hopes to give them comfort, inspiration or just a feeling of connection.

While he creates, "I pray about who is going to get this," he says.

Learn more about Joel:

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — In a world often defined by fast-paced living, some people choose a slower, more meaningful path—quietly making a difference. Inside his garage, Joel Krekelberg is …

06/05/2025

On the evening of June 2nd, 2025, the Sanford Worthington Cancer Center celebrated their 17th annual Celebration of Life event with a picnic dinner at Centennial Park in Worthington. Over 200 survivors and their guests attended despite the wind, rain and thunderstorm that passed through. Survivors were gifted an ice cream scoop. The survivors, their guests and staff enjoyed a delicious meal and great fellowship. We cannot wait to do it all over again next year!

06/04/2025

Thursday, May 22nd was a busy day for a Worthington staff who attended a conference in the Twin Cities – not only did she attend, she led breakout session presentations where she represented a Sanford Worthington project funded through a large grant received.

Claire Henning, registered dietician, spoke at the GusNIP NTAE National Convening to share about Sanford Worthington’s Rural Prescription Produce Program that has allowed us to work with our high risk/low income patients, provide nutrition education, and supplement the education with a monthly $50 allocation of dollars to spend on fresh fruits at veggies at our local HyVee grocery store. The 130+ participants (so far) have received vouchers each month for 6 months along with a check-in call for follow up and resource connections if needed. A successful team effort by the primary care clinic staff!

05/14/2025

Congratulations to Darby Sayveo, RN, who received the Sanford Nursing Award in the Category of Florence Nightingale Nurse Award.

From her nominator: "I have never met a more compassionate and professional nurse. She is a great leader and knows how to treat patients with extreme care and composure in critical situations."