New family medicine doctor in Alpine. For Dr. Bailey, the road has been leading to Afton for quite some time. He grew up visiting Yellowstone and Grand Teton each year, and traveled to Star Valley when he was 12 years old. “I remember the first time we came this way and I just thought, ‘Wow. […]
A knee replacement surgery changed Laurie Swenson’s life. It began with a common winter mishap in November of 2022. Laurie Swensen was walking outside her home when she tripped, her left leg coming down hard on the ice. “It felt like I literally shredded my shin.” After the initial fall, Laurie continued to go about […]
Patient Care is Paramount When speaking about patient care, Wayne Noffsinger harkens back to his youth, where he learned to engage with guests at the register of his grandmother’s store. Those values of empathy and kindness are strengths he brings to his role as a certified medical assistant (CMA). “I talk to patients how I […]
Beware of fraudulent healthcare calls to Star Valley residents. We’ve received reports of fraudsters calling Star Valley residents, claiming to be from local medical centers. These individuals even call in from local area codes. Be on the alert for suspicious correspondence, and be sure to share this information with your loved ones. It’s our honor […]
As a patient service representative at our Alpine Clinic, Amanda Sanders checks patients in and out and manages phone calls and MyChart requests. She strives to help patients feel at ease and supported. “We are the first point of contact when a patient walks into the clinic. Greeting a patient with a smile just sets […]
We announced earlier this year that Star Valley Health was listed as a top 100 critical access hospital (CAH) by the Chartis Center for Rural Health. From this list we’ve now been named a top 20 CAH by the National Rural Health Association! Honorees were determined based on the following criteria: We know how important […]
Dietary Services Manager Mitch Cullimore arrives at Star Valley Health at 4:30 a.m. each day to help his team prep ingredients and lead them through the day’s service. And Mitch knows that for patients who are hurting, a plate of food is more than just a meal. “While they’re eating, they might find a moment […]
We are here for patients as they move from hospital to home. As part of our case management team, Discharge Coordinator Jessica Winters supports patients and their families as they transition from hospital to home. From medical equipment to medication, she works to ensure patients have everything they need to continue their recovery. “What can […]
Promoting a Health Lifestyle Star Valley Health has announced a partnership with the Kunz family for the 2024 Star Valley Half Marathon that will take place on Saturday, July 13. This annual event is held in honor of Jeremy Kunz, a running enthusiast who was tragically killed by a drunk driver in 2009. This year […]