We are joining forces with Clark County School District (CCSD) in Nevada to create more spaces for students to regulate their mental well-being. CCSD behavioral interventionist Keith Hanson saw the need for more coping resources for students. He created the first two Zen Dens - specialized calming rooms for children - in Clark County schools, and we are proud to support those efforts, as they align with our focus on children's mental health. Check out this news segment on 8 News NOW - KLAS CH. 8 that explains more about the Zen Dens and the positive impact they can have on students and their families.
From EMT shifts in high school to guiding lifesaving cardiovascular initiatives, Kaley Graham spent her life caring for others. Now serving as the executive clinical director for Intermountain Health’s Cardiovascular Clinical Program, she brings decades of experience and hearty hustle. Kaley’s journey is more than a career story. It’s a legacy of heart-driven innovation.
Imagine receiving hospital-level care without ever leaving your home. Our Hospital Level Care at Home program is making that a reality—offering patients the same high-quality treatment they’d get in a hospital, but with the comfort of their own bed, their own meals, and even their pets by their side. This innovative approach is transforming healthcare delivery, saving costs, and helping patients heal faster. The future of care is personal—and it’s right at home.
At Intermountain Health, talent development isn’t just a buzzword—it’s a strategic imperative. With a workforce spanning ages 16 to 87, we have crafted a flexible, inclusive approach to nurturing talent from the ground up. Discover how our “nonnegotiables”—including unlimited access to education support, coaching, and leadership development—are transforming entry-level caregivers into healthcare leaders in the article below.
Inside the ECMO unit at Saint Joseph Hospital in Denver, Colorado, every second counts. Lives hang in the balance as a team of highly specialized nurses navigate life-or-death situations with unwavering precision. A single cough, a moment of agitation—any slight change can send a patient into crisis. But through teamwork, skill, and relentless dedication, these nurses fight to bring their patients back from the brink. Step into their world, where unpredictability is the norm, and resilience is the key to survival.
In a healthcare system renowned for its commitment to excellence, it's not unusual to find extraordinary people doing meaningful work. But rarely does that story intertwine as closely with the personal as it does with the Rowley sisters, a remarkable group of four women whose professional paths have converged within Intermountain Health. More than just colleagues, these four women are sisters by birth and caregivers by calling, tied together by love, legacy, and a shared purpose to serve. All born at Utah Valley Hospital and raised in Provo — just a mile from the hospital — they grew up under the roof of hardworking, faith-filled parents who modeled service, integrity, and the importance of family. Those values didn’t just stick; they flourished. Today, Michelle Valgardson, Becci Huff, Alyson Larsen, and Diane Williamson each serve in distinct roles across Intermountain’s facilities in Utah County, carrying forward the legacy instilled in them at home.
For years, residents in the Star Valley of southeastern Idaho and southwestern Wyoming faced long, difficult journeys over mountain passes to receive cancer treatment. Now, thanks to a compassionate partnership and the dedication of Rick Johnson, DO, an oncologist and hematologist at the Logan Regional Cancer Center, care is coming to them. With monthly flights, virtual visits, and a deep commitment to treating patients where they are, a new chapter in rural healthcare is unfolding. Discover how local access to oncology is bringing hope, healing, and second chances to Star Valley.
Intermountain Health and Select Health are teaming up with the Salt Lake City Downtown Farmers Market to make this summer season a special one. This year is the 34th year of the Downtown Farmers Market, which kicked off the 2025 season on Saturday, June 14, and runs every Saturday through October from 8 am to 2 pm at Pioneer Park in downtown Salt Lake City. As part of the weekly event, Intermountain LDS Hospital and Select Health are hosting a health-focused booth every second Saturday throughout the summer, offering free wellness screenings, connections with hospital services, and wellness resources to enhance the health of marketgoers. Visitors can engage with caregivers at the booth with fun activities for kids, take home healthy recipes using fresh market produce, and access information about local healthcare services. “Our participation in the Downtown Farmers Market reflects our commitment to helping residents live the healthiest lives possible,” said Heather Wall, president of Intermountain LDS Hospital. “We want to meet people where they are to help them enhance their health and wellness, and the market is a perfect place to share resources, answer questions, and help individuals and families take steps toward better health.”
As aging brings both wisdom and challenges, Intermountain Health’s Fillmore Community Hospital in Fillmore, Utah is stepping up with a powerful new initiative. The Senior Life Solutions program is designed to combat the silent struggles of isolation, anxiety, and depression among older adults in rural Utah. With heartfelt insights from local mental health professionals, the program urges families, friends, and communities to reconnect with their elders—and reminds us all that a simple “hello” can be life-changing.
A New Era Begins in Billings, Montana! We’ve officially broken ground on a once-in-a-generation project: the new Intermountain Health St. Vincent Regional Hospital. This 14-floor, 737,000 sq. ft. facility will redefine care for people of Montana, Wyoming, and the western Dakotas—designed with innovation, adaptability, and the community’s future in mind. Together, we’re building more than a hospital—we’re building a healthier tomorrow.
