It is common to think, “It won’t happen to me!” You may be right, but sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) may happen to someone next to you. What is it and what do you do?
Tag: Emergency Department
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ER Patient Survived Ruptured Aortic Abdominal Aneurysm (AAA) Through Quick Diagnosis With State-of-the-Art Ultrasound
By implementing leading-edge medical technologies that you'd find at larger facilities, our patients have a great advantage. Knowing it was potentially preventable, Larry has a message.
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Helmsley Charitable Trust Grants Over $459,000 to Help Glacial Ridge Health System Purchase State-of-the-Art Ultrasound Equipment
These grants are a game changer for rural hospitals and ERs. Bedside ultrasound allows for immediate patient assessment to quickly determine a course of action.
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Glacial Ridge Ambulance Receives Award for Quality Care
Glacial Ridge Ambulance was one of 95 ambulance services across Minnesota recognized for providing outstanding pre-hospital care in 2022. Hiring now; will train.
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When a Mini Stroke Isn’t Mini After All
They weren't signs of stoke since they went away, right, or were they? Glacial Ridge Hospital is an Acute Stroke Ready Hospital equipped to diagnose and treat strokes and mini-strokes.
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Swing, batter-batter, swing! Sports Helmets and Concussions
By Kelly Shaner, MS, Athletic Trainer (LAT), Registered Orthopedic Technologist (ROT), ImPACT Trained Athletic Trainer (ITAT) While there is no “concussion-proof” helmet, wearing a helmet that is sized for your child’s age and is appropriate for his or her sport is essential. It must be well maintained, worn correctly, and certified for use by the...
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Minnesota’s 2021 PA of the Year is…Thomas Pahl, PA-C, at GRHS
Thomas Pahl, Physician Assistant in the Emergency Department in Glenwood, MN was selected as the “2021 PA of the Year” by the Minnesota Academy of Physician Assistants.
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Exceptional Stroke Care for Rural Communities in Minnesota
Learn about the technology and training that makes better stroke outcomes possible in rural communities. Do you know the acronym B.E.F.A.S.T. to identify signs of a stroke?
