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Eric Fjeldheim, PT, Pens a Book About Pain Science
Monday, April 14, 2025
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Eric Fjeldheim, Doctor of Physical Therapy, helped to create the Prairie Lakes Pain Science Center within Rehabilitation & Physical Therapy Services. In 2024, he became the Physical Therapy Assistant Program Supervisor at Lake Area Technical College. Eric still see's patients at PLHS on a PRN basis. The science of pain is…
Severe Weather Awareness Week: April 7 - 11
Wednesday, April 09, 2025
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As spring quickly approaches, we must prepare for severe weather. Severe thunderstorms can bring dangerous conditions like strong winds, heavy rain, flooding, tornadoes, lightning, and even hail. Preparation is key as severe thunderstorms can develop quickly, leaving little time to react. Stay informed—monitor weather alerts from trusted sources and have…
Blood Drive at Specialty Clinic: Monday, May 5
Monday, April 07, 2025
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The Blood Mobile will be parked outside of the Prairie Lakes Specialty Clinic from 8:00 am to 3:30 pm. on Monday, May 5 Update: All donors will receive a $15 Dairy Queen Gift Certificate What can be done to make sure your friends, neighbors, and family receive the blood they…
Summer Strength Program for Student-Athletes: Registration Now Open
Friday, April 04, 2025
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MAKE THE OFF-SEASON COUNT The Prairie Lakes strength and conditioning program is designed to take student-athletes to the next level. Our experienced coach Aaron Jung and trainer Jodi DeVaal will guide athletes through an 8-week strength and conditioning program that will focus on speed, strength, and agility to optimize sports…
Prairie Lakes Healthcare System Remains in Network with Aetna/Multiplan/Claritev
Tuesday, April 01, 2025
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Prairie Lakes Healthcare System was recently notified that Aetna sent letters to patients (with Aetna insurance plans) notifying them that some providers within Prairie Lakes Healthcare System were going out of network. Prairie Lakes Healthcare System, including physicians at Prairie Lakes Brown Clinic, continue to remain in network with Aetna/Multiplan/Claritev.…
Prairie Lakes Castlewood Clinic to Open April 21!
Monday, March 31, 2025
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We’re excited to bring primary care and physical therapy services to Castlewood, SD! The clinic is located inside the Castlewood Wellness Depot at 111 1st Ave. Physical Therapy & Rehab Services Available Mondays and Wednesdays | 7:30am - 5:00 pm Call 605-882-7700 to schedule an appointment! Chad Hanson, PT, ATC:…
PLHS Worked Hard this Winter to Become the Keystone of the Community
Friday, March 28, 2025
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Our corporate vision at PLHS is to be the keystone of the Watertown community and surrounding areas. A "keystone" is a central stone in an archway that locks all the others in place. It can also refer to something on which all other associated things depend on. We have an incredible…
Meet the Team of Social Workers Who Are Here For You!
Friday, March 28, 2025
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Prairie Lakes Healthcare celebrates Social Work Month and the 2025 theme of Compassion + Action. Staff provide social work services in the Cancer Center, Home Health and Hospice, Dialysis, Inpatient, ER and Specialty Clinic settings, putting compassionate care into action every day. Whether it be crisis intervention, counseling support, advance…
March 30 is Doctors' Day
Friday, March 28, 2025
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Not all heroes wear capes—some wear white coats and stethoscopes! Happy Doctors’ Day to all of our gifted physicians we are lucky enough to have at PLHS that keep our communities healthy. We also want to recognize additional physicians on the Prairie Lakes Medical Staff from Sanford and other area…
Prairie Lakes Implementing Text Appointment Reminders for Hospital Departments
Friday, March 21, 2025
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All Prairie Lakes Healthcare System departments (excluding Lab and Surgery) will begin sending appointment reminders via text, email or voicemail on March 24th! Patients who schedule an appointment will receive a text message: 10 days prior to appointment 3 days prior to appointment to confirm, cancel or reschedule If the…
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