Dr. Brad Washburn, an Evanston orthopedist with Mountain West Orthopedics, accompanied the Men’s Giant Slalom Team to Slovenia for a World Cup event in March. “It was an exciting weekend of racing at a beautiful venue in Kranjska Gora. Fortunately, our skiers remained healthy and performed well, which made my job easy,” Dr. Washburn explained. […]
Star Valley Health Auxiliary presents: Springtime in Star Valley Spaghetti Dinner and Bingo Night. Join us on Thursday April 20, 2023 from 6 p.m.-8 p.m. at the Thayne Community Center. Doors open at 6 p.m. and games start at 6:30 p.m. We have great prizes that will be won every game! For $10 you get […]
Kathy Jenkins has worked with Star Valley Health since 1979, serving our community through many of our organization’s developments and milestones. Kathy reflects on some of the advancements she’s been thrilled to witness, including chemotherapy, spine care, and robotic surgery. “It’s been very exciting to see how much Star Valley Health has grown, and the […]
Star Valley Health is making changes to the procedure for blood tests known as Health Fair Annual Wellness Screening Labs. Previously, any community member could request screening labs without a provider’s order. They received the results of the screening in the mail along with a document explaining each test and normal ranges. However, “receiving blood […]
Star Valley Health infusion nurse Angela Turner has received the DAISY Award in recognition of extraordinary nursing care. Angela was nominated by Ginger Thompson, who has been receiving chemotherapy infusions with Angela every two weeks. “Angela is not only an exceptional nurse,” explains Ginger, “she is a true friend. She creates an environment in the […]
Dr. Brian Affleck-an ear, nose, and throat specialist- is joining Star Valley Health medical staff effective April 1. Dr. Affleck comes to Star Valley after 31 years practicing medicine in the Air Force, Oregon, and southwest Idaho. Raised in Idaho Falls, he says it’s been a lifelong dream to return home, and Star Valley “is […]
Dr. Donald Howser, OB/GYN, FACOG, is joining the Star Valley Health medical staff effective April 1. Dr. Howser was born in Casper, Wyoming, but grew up in Colorado. After 22 years practicing medicine near Dallas, Texas, he is relocating to Afton, which he calls “the best place on the planet.” Dr. Howser is looking forward […]
We are honored to be the only Wyoming hospital to be recognized by leading healthcare advisory firm The Chartis Group as a 2023 Top 100 Critical Access Hospital nationally. “This award reflects Star Valley Health’s commitment to exceptional care and highlights the compassion and dedication of each of our more than 500 team members. I […]
What’s Going On at Star Valley Health? “Take a look for news about NEW PROVIDERS, CANCER CARE, EMS SERVICES, ROBOTIC TECHNOLOGY, and more. We’re dedicated to meeting the healthcare needs of you and your loved ones.” Expanding our Services We’ve recently expanded our operations in Alpine and Bridger Valley with new facilities. These two locations […]
For Pace Owens, his work with Star Valley Health is a full circle experience. While in high school Pace received a scholarship from Star Valley Health – at the time, called Star Valley Medical Center – to pursue his healthcare education. Years later, he now works as Star Valley Health’s Director of Pharmacy. “Pace is […]
