Join the Star Valley Health Auxiliary for a fun filled night of tacos and BINGO! Time: Friday, July 28th, 2023. Doors open at 5 p.m. Games start at6 p.m. and end when they are finished. Place: Star Valley Ranch RV Park Red Barn Pricing: Couple’s Deal: $15 (Includes two individual dinner plates, and 4 bingo […]
At Star Valley Health, Information Technology is key to our operations. On any given day, Junior Systems Administrator Brent Colvin may be rolling out software security updates, helping Star Valley Health staff with various technical challenges, and ensuring equipment is working efficiently. Brent speaks to the importance of being proactive in today’s digital world: “We […]
Physical therapist Matt Harris understands that for many patients, the physical therapy (PT) journey is much more than physical. “My responsibility is to get people feeling better. Generally, we work on a physical level, but there’s some motivation that goes into it, too. Even though it’s hard or it hurts, you can do this.” Matt […]
Don’t let pain keep you from living life to the fullest. Whether you’ve experienced an injury or are struggling with a chronic spine condition, we’re here to help. Dr. Wade Jensen is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon and a member of the American Spine Registry. This nationwide program – a partnership between the American Association of […]
Annual tests like blood work and preventive screenings play a key role in early detection of medical conditions. Star Valley Health’s Lead Medical Laboratory Scientist Joan Groman is on the front line of diagnostics in our community. “When you’re building relationships with patients and seeing them progress throughout their healthcare journey, it’s really rewarding.” Joan […]
After a severe wrist fracture from a car accident, Billy experienced the transformative support of specialized orthopedics. “My hand therapist pretty much put my life back together. It was through working with her that I decided that’s what I wanted to pursue in a career, because it made such a difference in my own life.” […]
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 […]
