Did you know? The number of Americans age 65 and older is projected to increase by 47% by 2050, according to the Population Reference Bureau. To meet the needs of this growing population, Good Samaritan Hospital in Lafayette, Colorado has officially opened their Acute Care for the Elderly (ACE) unit as of this month! ACE units have proven to reduce the length of hospital stays, lower costs, and decrease readmission rates. Additionally, patients cared for in an ACE unit typically return home with improved functional capacity and greater satisfaction with their hospital experience. “One of the unique opportunities we have at Good Sam is to reimagine what we do, and the care we provide,” said Kevin Jenkins, Good Samaritan president. “With change comes new opportunities, and we're going through a lot of change. Our challenge is to reimagine the healthcare that we provide, and to grow it to align with the community, and the ACE unit is a perfect example of how we reimagine healthcare.”
We are proud to be expanding the depth and variety of care we offer in Saratoga Springs! One of the fastest growing areas in Utah, the northern Utah County area will soon be able to access specialized care for OB-GYN, general surgery, orthopedics, sports medicine, ear nose and throat, audiology, urology, cardiology, pediatrics, gastroenterology, and other medical services thanks to a new Intermountain Saratoga Springs Multi-Specialty Clinic. The new Intermountain Health Saratoga Springs Cancer Center, which will be housed in the clinic, will provide medical oncology, radiation oncology, infusion therapy, and other cancer specialties. "Patients here will have access to the same cutting-edge technology that they would get in Salt Lake or at Utah Valley Hospital," added Bradon Barney, MD, Intermountain radiation oncology medical director. "That includes retreatments with radiotherapy or chemotherapy. It includes in-office procedures and treatment planning. There's not really going to be a disease site or a type of cancer that we won't be able to treat here."
We are thrilled to be recognized on Women Tech Council's 2025 Shatter List! The Shatter List showcases technology and innovation companies that are creating and enacting practices and cultures that remove the glass ceiling. The Shatter List is compiled by scoring companies on four factors critical to building high performing teams with meaningful measures that help women break and surpass the glass ceiling in technology, including: ➡️ Executive engagement ➡️ Company leadership initiatives ➡️ Community investment ➡️ Formal internal programs To learn more about their methodology and to view the full list of 2025 winners, please visit the link below.
A group of physicians at Intermountain Health Saint Joseph Hospital in Denver, Colorado care for some of the hospital’s tiniest patients, but their impact on families is enormous. Six neonatologists work 24/7/365 in the hospital's neonatal intensive care unit (NICU), focusing on the medical care of newborn infants, including those who are ill or born early. Until recently, they were employed by an independent large physician group. When that group announced it would no longer provide neonatal care at Intermountain, Dr. Amber Gieri, a board-certified neonatologist, and her colleagues decided to change employers so they could maintain their work at Saint Joseph. “It really is a special NICU,” Dr. Gieri said. "Many factors played into all of us wanting to stay. The history of this unit is unique. It is very well established with a committed staff of nurses, therapists, pharmacists, and dietitians who are all invested in the best outcomes for our patients and their families.” She said the team at Intermountain Saint Joseph has a history of being progressive and patient- and family-centered. She noted the hospital was an early adopter in using donor breast milk because they recognized the benefits to the babies. “There is a commitment amongst all our staff and providers to ensure the best possible outcomes for our patients. That unwavering commitment made us want to stay,” she said.
On March 30th, we gathered at Lutheran Hospital in Wheat Ridge to commemorate Colorado Welcome Home Vietnam Veterans Day, a special occasion honoring the return of our Vietnam Veterans and officially welcoming them home. Colorado lawmakers established the commemorative holiday in 2021 to pay tribute to the approximately 124,000 U.S. veterans from Colorado who served during the Vietnam War, and the 623 of whom lost their lives during the conflict. This meaningful event featured a pinning ceremony recognizing the sacrifices of our veterans, where each honoree received: 🎖️ A special token of appreciation 📜 A personalized certificate 🎤 Heartfelt acknowledgment from our guest speakers The Commemorative Air Force did a flyover with three WWII planes. We also took a moment to remember and dedicate this day to the service men and women we have lost to suicide, ensuring their bravery and sacrifice are never forgotten. Thank you to all who joined us in this tribute. Let’s continue to honor, support, and uplift our veterans—yesterday, today, and always.
A little over a year ago, Gregory Cox suffered a near-fatal heart attack. These days, he reflects on the efforts of Intermountain Health caregivers in both St. George, Utah and Murray, Utah for saving his life.
To address a growing need for hyperbaric oxygen therapy, we recently installed two new monoplace, or single-person hyperbaric chambers, at Intermountain St. George Regional Hospital in St. George, Utah, enhancing the hospital’s ability to provide life-saving treatment to patients across the region. During the last year, Intermountain St. George Regional Hospital’s hyperbaric chambers have been at the forefront of care during four major critical incidents, treating nearly 100 patients. These chambers, often little known to the public, are critical for treating a wide variety of conditions as they use 100 percent oxygen administered in a pressurized chamber at levels greater than sea level pressure, typically twice the atmospheric pressure. “Our hyperbaric chambers have been instrumental in treating patients for carbon monoxide poisoning, oxygen therapy for severe wounds, and even suicide attempts,” said Dallas Wright, MD, wound care and hyperbaric physician at Intermountain St. George Regional Hospital. “These new monoplace chambers will bolster our capacity to deliver critical care, especially as the only facility in the area offering these services. We regularly receive patients from as far away as Las Vegas who rely on our unique capabilities.”
Our plans for our $1 billion freestanding children’s hospital in Las Vegas — the first such facility in Nevada — are about more than simply building the first such hospital in the state; they are about creating a healing, engaging environment that is distinct from other organizations. Larry Barnard, who was recently named president of our freestanding children's hospital in Las Vegas, sat down with Becker’s to discuss his commitment to the Intermountain Health project as well as his long-term vision for it.
Meet Dr. Benjamin Beasley, an emergency department physician at Intermountain Health St. Vincent Regional Hospital in Billings, Montana. Dr. Beasley initially aspired to be a pediatric surgeon but discovered his true calling in emergency medicine during his first rotation. For nearly nine years, he has thrived in the ever-changing world of the emergency department, treating thousands of patients with unwavering dedication. Dr. Beasley cherishes the close-knit community, balancing his demanding job with precious moments spent with his wife and kids, just a short walk from the hospital.
Intermountain Primary Children’s Hospital is opening a new specialized clinic in Riverton, Utah for children with autism, and is expanding services thanks to a $3 million gift from a Utah businesswoman and philanthropist and her family in support of the Primary Promise campaign to build the nation’s model health system for children. The new Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) Clinic is now open at the Primary Children's Outpatient Services building at Intermountain Riverton Hospital. The opening marks a major milestone in expanded autism services for children and helps meet a rapidly growing need in the community. “We want children with autism and their families to know that we’re with you on this journey,” said Katy Welkie, chief executive officer of Intermountain Primary Children’s Hospital and vice president of Intermountain Children’s Health. “With expanded autism services, we can help children thrive.” “We’re proud to bring world-class pediatric care close to home for so many families in partnership with Intermountain Primary Children’s Hospital,” said Todd Neubert, president of Intermountain Riverton Hospital. “Together we’re ensuring that every child has the opportunity to thrive."
