We all do this at the beginning of every year, don’t we? Try to eat better? Got it. Exercise more? Check. Sleep better. Will do. But being healthy isn’t just about eating a good diet and exercising regularly. Mental health is health, too. The time is always right to check in with your head and […]
With 14 years of experience as a gymnast, Kelli Hansen knows the triumphs and challenges of competitive sports. She brings that wisdom to her role as athletic trainer at Star Valley High School and seeks to help student athletes achieve optimal health. “I can understand when they want to try to work through an injury […]
For Darlene Lytle, life came to a screeching halt in September of 2021 with one word: cancer. Though she had no alarming symptoms prior to her diagnosis, a routine colonoscopy – in fact, her very first one – discovered a tumor in her colon. And a follow-up CT scan revealed that the cancer had already […]
Call us at 307-887-5437 to register! Location:Star Valley Health,Greys River Room901 Adams StreetAfton, WY 83110 2023 Dates:January 4, 11, 18(For mothers due in February, March, or April) April 5, 12 , 19(For mothers due in May, June, or July) July 5, 12, 19(For mothers due in August, September, or October) October 4, 11, 18(For mothers […]
If you’re 65 and older and on Medicare, schedule a free Annual Wellness Visit each year. Think of it as a yearly check-in with your doctor. We want to help you stay healthy and fit as you embrace your golden years, and preventive care plays a critical role in maintaining those goals. Call one of our […]
We’re honored to receive the American Heart Association’s Mission: Lifeline STEMI Referring Center Silver recognition. This nationwide program aims to optimize emergency care for patients experiencing STEMIs – a very severe form of heart attack – by streamlining procedures and aligning with AHA guidelines. Time is muscle is the term used in cardiology to describe […]
Four members of the Star Valley Health board of trustees were sworn in November 22 by hospital attorney Dale Cottam. Returning for a four-year term are Mindy Lyman, Cole Helm, and Marlowe Scherbel. Abbie Aullman is new to the board and will also serve for four years. The board of trustees is the governing body […]
Infusion nurse Angela Turner understands what a challenging road cancer can be for patients and their families, and she approaches her patient care with courage and authenticity. “Sometimes we laugh together and sometimes we cry, and sometimes we laugh and we cry. It’s okay to cry, and it’s okay to acknowledge their feelings for the […]
For Labor and Delivery RN Amanda Peterson, supporting families during such a momentous occasion is a precious gift. “You’re with them on one of the best days of their lives, and you develop a special relationship.” Star Valley Health goes above and beyond to welcome our newest arrivals. In addition to the exceptional care of […]
As a social worker in the Star Valley Care Center, Mary Walker understands the challenges residents and their families face when transitioning into long-term senior care. Mary brings a compassionate perspective while also overseeing admissions, tours, and working with an interdisciplinary team to create a comforting, home-like environment for their residents. Says Chief Nursing Officer […]