Cuyuna Regional Medical Center CEO Kyle Bauer will be among area community health care leaders discussing the COVID-19 pandemic at the eighth annual Crow Wing Energized Health and Wellness Summit on Friday, March 5.

People with hip or knee pain are invited to learn about the most common causes and treatment options at a virtual seminar offered by CRMC on Thursday, March 4. Go to https://www.facebook.com/crosbycares/ at 6 p.m. to view the…

Cuyuna Regional Medical Center is seeking area individuals to join its advisory council to provide staff with constructive advice to improve the experience of its patients.

February is American Heart Month and how menopause affects the heart will be discussed by Cuyuna Regional Medical Center Obstetrician/Gynecologist Rachel Cady, M.D., in a brief, virtual presentation Thursday, Feb. 18. Go to…

The slower than anticipated rollout of COVID-19 vaccines, delayed deliveries, receiving fewer doses than expected and difficulty scheduling vaccination appointments, has led to frustration for many. As your trusted healthcare…

Cuyuna Regional Medical Center Chief Medical Officer Rob Westin, M.D., will speak about benefits of being vaccinated against COVID-19 in a brief, virtual seminar on Friday, Feb. 12. Go to…

Daren Rife of Spirit Lake, Iowa, will join Cuyuna Regional Medical Center’s Senior Management Team February 15 as Senior Services Administrator. He replaces Nancy Stratman who retired as CRMC’s Care Center and Heartwood…

Cuyuna Regional Medical Center Diabetes Education Nurse Rebekah Gorny, R.N., of Merrifield recently obtained her Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist certification

Women who are wondering if it is safe for them to obtain a COVID-19 vaccination if they are pregnant or breastfeeding are encouraged to hear Cuyuna Regional Medical Center Obstetrician/Gynecologist Ann Johnson, M.D., speak…

Those dealing with foot or ankle pain, struggling with mobility, or who would like to see improvement in their gait are invited to hear Cuyuna Regional Medical Center Board Certified Foot and Ankle Surgeon Kyle Moore, D.P.M.,…

Cuyuna Regional Medical Center Pharmacists Stephanie Perrine and Justin Richards and Stroke Coordinator Rachel Hawthorne, R.N., were recently recognized by the Minnesota Hospital Association with the Good Catch for Patient…

With the decline in the COVID-19 positivity rate in Crow Wing County and no new cases of COVID-19 in residents or staff over the past 14 days, Cuyuna Regional Medical Center’s Care Center is allowing indoor, in-person visits…

Cuyuna Regional Medical Center Food Service Director Jackie Godfrey of Ironton recently became a Certified Dietary Manager, Certified Food Protection Professional, the highest level of professional competence for dietary…

Women’s Health Nurse Practitioner Jesse Oman of Aitkin has begun practicing at Cuyuna Regional Medical Center’s Crosby Clinic

Physician Assistant Mitchell Mimbach of Rice has joined the medical staff of Cuyuna Regional Medical Center to practice with Fellowship-trained Orthopaedic Surgeon Jeffrey Klassen, M.D., who specializes in shoulder and elbow…

CRMC patients seeking the latest information on COVID vaccinations may call 218-545-4560. CRMC currently has no available COVID vaccine and is not able to make appointments for vaccinations. If more vaccine becomes available,…

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SJ Wieczoreak of Aitkin has joined the staff of Cuyuna Regional Medical Center as Environmental Services Supervisor.

Cuyuna Regional Medical Center Board Certified Foot and Ankle Surgeon Kyle Moore, D.P.M., will be the guest on KKIN Radio’s Community Connection program Thursday, Jan. 7, from 8 to 8:30 a.m. Tune in at 94.3 on the FM dial to…

Cuyuna Regional Medical Center’s physician clinics in Crosby, Baxter, Breezy Point and Longville will be closed on New Year’s Day (Friday, Jan. 1) and be open regular hours on New Year’s Eve.  The Breezy Point Clinic will…

Cuyuna Regional Medical Center in Crosby was recently awarded Health Care Home Certification (HCH) by the Minnesota Department of Health recognizing its efforts to closely connect doctors, nurses and other clinicians with…

MDH and CDC have established a roll out plan for COVID-19 vaccination. The links to their sites are available below. CRMC is required to follow the established plan.

Cuyuna Regional Medical Center’s physician clinics in Crosby, Baxter, Breezy Point and Longville will be open until noon on Thursday, Dec. 24, and be closed on Friday, Dec. 25, in observation of the Christmas holiday.  Those…

Cuyuna Regional Medical Center Board Certified Emergency Physician Christopher Kaczmarczyk, D.O., and Critical Care Director Stephanie Nelson, R.N., will be the guests on KKIN Radio’s Community Connection program Thursday,…

Tonya VanVickle of East Gull Lake in January will join Cuyuna Regional Medical Center’s Leadership Team as Admitting Director.

The residents of Cuyuna Regional Medical Center’s Care Center are taking on the role of Kris Kringle this holiday season by writing responses to children’s letters to Santa.

Join Lakeland Currents host Jason Edens for a conversation with surgeon James Stokman, M.D., who has returned to his hometown of Crosby as the area’s only spine surgeon, on Friday, Dec. 4, at 8 p.m. at video.lptv.org.

Physician Assistant Nathan Lehman of Breezy Point has joined the medical staff of Cuyuna Regional Medical Center to practice with Surgeon James Stokman, M.D., the Brainerd Lakes Area’s only spine surgeon.

Cuyuna Regional Medical Center’s Care Center is now accepting donations of Christmas presents for its residents. Please bring unwrapped donations in bags or boxes marked male or female to the Care Center by Friday, Dec. 18,…

Cuyuna Regional Medical Center’s Women’s Health Department has partnered with Mid-Minnesota Women’s Center, which provides domestic violence survivors, their children and pets with a secure facility where they can be…

Cuyuna Regional Medical Center Revenue Cycle Director Arlene Haukos of Ironton recently became certified by the Healthcare Financial Management Association (HFMA) as a Revenue Cycle Representative

Fellowship-trained orthopaedic surgeon Jeffrey Klassen, M.D., who specializes in shoulder and elbow injuries and conditions of all age groups, has joined the Minnesota Center for Orthopaedics and will begin treating patients…

Cuyuna Regional Medical Center in Crosby recently received accreditation for four years of its Continuing Medical Education (CME) program from the Minnesota Medical Association’s Committee on Accreditation and Continuing…

Cuyuna Regional Medical Center Pharmaceutical Purchaser Ashley Windorski of Pillager recently received the organization’s Trophy Fish Award for going above and beyond to assist a patient recently diagnosed with diabetes in…

Cuyuna Regional Medical Center’s physician clinics in Crosby, Baxter, Breezy Point and Longville will be closed on Thanksgiving Day and open regular hours on Friday, Nov. 27. Those needing medical care on the holiday may…

Mary Wiczek of Little Falls is Cuyuna Regional Medical Center’s new Director of Care Management and Population Health. With more than 15 years’ experience in leadership and process improvement, she will provide leadership…

As numerous, new COVID cases continue to be confirmed in the area, Cuyuna Regional Medical Center is restricting visitors from its facilities to protect its patients, residents and staff.

“Going to Hospice didn’t mean we’d given up; they helped out with our last time together,” said Dr. Mark Heggem, a retired family physician from Aitkin who lost his wife Liz to progressive brain cancer two years ago. “It was…

Chelsie Johnson of Grand Rapids joined the staff of Cuyuna Regional Medical Center’s Business Office this week as Revenue Cycle Manager.

Ryan Stepan, a native of Eagan, Minn., has joined Cuyuna Regional Medical Center’s Leadership Team as the Multi-Specialty Clinic Director. He will direct all activities that contribute to the operational, clinic and business…

Obstetrician/Gynecologist Jennifer Tessmer-Tuck, M.D., recently joined the medical staff of Cuyuna Regional Medical Center and is accepting new patients. She is passionate about providing safe and high-quality care for women…

Cuyuna Regional Medical Center Registered Nurse Kelly Chase of Nisswa has been appointed CRMC’s Executive Director of Primary Care Clinics & Population Health. She will oversee the medical center’s Baxter, Breezy Point,…

Jennifer Stirewalt of Merrifield is Cuyuna Regional Medical Center’s new Admitting Manager. A member of CRMC’s staff since 2005, she was an Admitting staff member for five years and a Department Lead for two years.

Director of Admitting Jessie Koschmeder of Crosby was chosen from several qualified candidats as Cuyuna Regional Medical Center's new Leadership & Engagement Coach effective December 28

Beginning Monday, Oct. 19, Oncology and Wound Care patients as well as employees will be able to use Door B as an access Monday through Friday from 4:30 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Family Physician Lacey Running Hawk of Ironton will join Cuyuna Regional Medical Center’s Crosby Clinic in November. She is passionate about preventative health, women’s health, prenatal care, pediatric care, community…

Even though COVID-19 is still a very real boogeyman lurking behind every mask, Coronavirus has not ghosted the Halloween Trick or Treat Parade at Cuyuna Regional Medical Center’s Care Center.

Advanced Practice Nurse Practitioner Danielle Munsterman of Pequot Lakes began practicing at Cuyuna Regional Medical Center’s Breezy Point Clinic on Monday, Oct. 12. She joins Family Physician Mark Berntson, M.D., Certified…

Cuyuna Regional Medical Center Home Care Nurse Alicia Wiseley-Peterson, R.N., of Ironton today received the organization’s Catch of the Year Award for going above and beyond in her job duties. Each month, CRMC honors an…

Cuyuna Regional Medical Center is recognized as a top performer by MN Community Measurement, an independent nonprofit organization which collects and analyzes data on health care quality and cost, in their recently released…

Wade Leonard of Deerwood, President of Rice Lake Construction Group, recently joined Cuyuna Regional Medical Center’s Board of Directors.

Nurse Practitioner Emily Hilgers of St. Louis Park has joined Cuyuna Regional Medical Center’s Medical Staff as a Nurse Practitioner in Urology.

Everyone is encouraged to support Kaleidoscope, a virtual cancer patient fundraiser planned for late October. All proceeds will benefit Cuyuna Regional Medical Center’s Courage Cabinet which aids area cancer patients…

Ophthalmologist Joseph Merck, M.D., recently joined the medical staff of Cuyuna Regional Medical Center in Crosby. His specialty areas of practice include comprehensive ophthalmic services including cataract and glaucoma…

Even though COVID-19 is still a very real boogeyman lurking behind every mask, Coronavirus has not ghosted the Halloween Trick or Treat Parade at Cuyuna Regional Medical Center’s Care Center.

Surgeon James Stokman, M.D., has returned to his hometown of Crosby to start a practice as the Brainerd Lakes Area’s only spine surgeon. He will begin treating patients at Cuyuna Regional Medical Center on September 9.

Two Cuyuna Regional Medical Center Wound Care nurses were recently recognized with the organization’s Trophy Fish Award for going above and beyond in their jobs by driving from the hospital in Crosby to a patient’s home in…

Cuyuna Regional Medical Center Registered Nurse Darcy Rowan of Emily was recently recognized by the Minnesota Hospital Association with the Good Catch for Patient Safety Award. The award is presented to Minnesota hospital…

Cuyuna Regional Medical Center’s Home Care & Hospice was recently recognized as a Top Home Care Elite Provider in the United States for the second consecutive year by ABILITY Network and DecisionHealth.

Cuyuna Regional Medical Center Medical Lab Scientist Jennie Riles of Baxter recently received the organization’s Trophy Fish Award for going above and beyond by working after hours to assist a patient who was having a…

Cuyuna Regional Medical Center’s physician clinics in Crosby, Baxter, Breezy Point and Longville will be closed on Labor Day, Monday, Sept. 7. Those needing medical care may access CRMC’s Emergency Department.

Obstetrician/Gynecologist Ann Johnson, M.D., will begin treating patients at Cuyuna Regional Medical Center’s Crosby and Baxter clinics on September 14.

Advanced Practice Nurse Practitioner Jamie Westerman will began practicing at Cuyuna Regional Medical Center’s Breezy Point Clinic on Monday, Aug. 24. She joins Family Physician Mark Berntson, M.D., and Certified Physician…

Women’s Health Nurse Practitioner Jesse Oman of Aitkin will begin practicing at Cuyuna Regional Medical Center’s Crosby Clinic in September.

Cuyuna Regional Medical Center Medical Staff Coordinator Jodi Christopher of Crosby recently passed the certifying exam as a Professional in Medical Services Management. The gold standard for her field, this certification…

Board Certified Internal Medicine physician Jeff Bulva, M.D. M.S., F.A.C.P., of Rosemount, Minn., will begin practicing as a full-time Internal Medicine physician at Cuyuna Regional Medical Center’s Baxter Clinic on September…

Certified Physician Assistant Sam Feyder of Maple Grove has joined Cuyuna Regional Medical Center’s Emergency Department.

Family & Adult-Gerontological Acute Cmare Nurse Practitioner Ashley Yager, CNP, of Brainerd has joined the Hospital Medicine and Pulmonology staff of Cuyuna Regional Medical Center. She previously worked as a Registered Nurse…

Cuyuna Regional Medical Center in Crosby has recently achieved accreditation as a Center of Excellence in Robotic Surgery. CRMC is one of three hospitals in Minnesota recognized for providing the highest quality of care by…

To help protect patients, residents and staff during the COVID 19 pandemic, Cuyuna Regional Medical Center recently updated its visitor guidelines.

Cuyuna Regional Medical Center’s Baxter Clinic Laboratory has met all criteria for Laboratory accreditation following a recent onsite review of the facility’s quality testing by the Commission on Office Laboratory…

As the national pandemic continues, Cuyuna Regional Medical Center is again calling on community members for donations of hand-sewn cloth face masks to protect its patients and visitors.

Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist Colin Ryan of Brainerd will join the Surgery Team of Cuyuna Regional Medical Center in August.

Board Certified Emergency Medicine physician Tony Haas, M.D., FAAEM, of Sartell, has joined the full-time emergency staff at Cuyuna Regional Medical Center in Crosby.

Family Nurse Practitioner Ashley Hanson of Baxter will join the Internal Medicine team of Cuyuna Regional Medical Center in Crosby on July 15.

enna Ritter of Crosby, a Registered Nurse with more than 17 years of health care experience, was recently appointed Infection Preventionist at Cuyuna Regional Medical Center in Crosby.

Outdoor visits will be allowed for Cuyuna Regional Medical Center and Heartwood residents beginning Thursday, June 25. Please call the Care Center at 218-546-4371 or Heartwood at 218-545-8500 to make an appointment.

Board Certified Pediatrician and Sports Medicine physician Wendi Johnson, M.D., FAAP, will begin treating patients at Cuyuna Regional Medical Center’s Crosby Clinic in September.

Robert Johnson, M.D., of Wilmington, North Carolina, will begin his post graduate advanced surgical training on August 1 at the Minnesota Institute for Minimally Invasive Surgery (MIMIS) located at Cuyuna Regional Medical…

For the second consecutive year, Cuyuna Regional Medical Center in Crosby was recognized as one of the nation’s best hospitals for providing an outstanding patient experience.

Physician Assistant Katelyn Sarlette of Fargo has joined the medical staff of Cuyuna Regional Medical Center’s Orthopaedics Department.

Cuyuna Regional Medical Center’s Breezy Point Clinic is resuming its regular business hours of Monday through Friday 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. beginning Monday, June 15. The clinic is also open Saturdays from 8 a.m. to noon.

Board Certified Foot and Ankle Surgeon Kyle Moore, D.P.M., will join the Medical Staff of Cuyuna Regional Medical Center in August 2020

Cuyuna Regional Medical Center Recruiter Jessica Spicer of Aitkin on Wednesday received the organization’s Trophy Fish Award for going above and beyond to assist the organization by bringing a little happiness to employees in…

In an effort to keep everyone safe and healthy, Cuyuna Regional Medical Center has cancelled its annual fundraising events this summer.

Cuyuna Regional Medical Center Senior Services Administrator Nancy Stratman and Activities Director Mary Dehning will be the guests on KKIN Radio’s Community Connection program Thursday, June 11, from 8 to 8:30 a.m.

Board Certified Urologist Brandon Reynolds, M.D., will join the Medical Staff of Cuyuna Regional Medical Center in July. He will treat patients in both Crosby and Baxter.

Everyone is welcome to join a Wave Parade for the residents of Cuyuna Regional Medical Center’s Care Center on Tuesday, June 30, at 2 p.m.

Three Registered Nurses’ portfolios were recently accepted into Cuyuna Regional Medical Center’s Clinical Recognition Program.

Cuyuna Regional Medical Center’s physician clinics in Crosby, Baxter, Breezy Point and Longville will be closed on Memorial Day, Monday, May 25.  Those needing medical care on Memorial Day may access CRMC’s Emergency…

Beginning Monday, June 1, Cuyuna Regional Medical Center’s Outpatient Pharmacy hours will change to Monday through Friday 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

As clinic and outpatient schedules open, Cuyuna Regional Medical Center continues to restrict visitors and limit access to its facilities to protect its patients, residents and staff. This is in line with the Emergency…

Cuyuna Regional Medical Center is now reporting COVID-19 activity in its Senior Services division as part of ongoing efforts to keep residents, families and the community informed.

Cuyuna Regional Medical Center Surgeon Howard McCollister, M.D., F.A.C.S., will be the guest of KKIN Radio’s Community Connection program Thursday, May 14, from 8 to 8:30 a.m. He will speak about elective surgeries now…

To offer more opportunities for communication between residents’ families and friends during this pandemic, Cuyuna Regional Medical Center’s Care Center is now offering alternative communication methods.

Please join Cuyuna Regional Medical Center and Essentia Health as we partner to collect homemade masks.

Cuyuna Regional Medical Center has been named one of America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Patient Experience by the Women’s Choice Award®, America’s trusted referral source for the best in healthcare.  The award signifies that…

“Changes Before the Change: A Perimenopause Discussion for Women,” will be offered virtually Thursday, May 7, by Cuyuna Regional Medical Center’s Menopause & Healthy Aging Center experts. Go to…

The following COVID-19 measures are taking place the week of April 20 at Cuyuna Regional Medical Center to protect patients and staff:

Cuyuna Regional Medical Center’s Outpatient Pharmacy is now offering curbside pickup service for medications in addition to the local delivery service which has always been offered.

As the national pandemic continues, Cuyuna Regional Medical Center needs donations of medical supplies to help meet ongoing health care needs and conserve existing personal protective equipment (PPE) for providers who are…

A patient from Crow Wing County cared for at Cuyuna Regional Medical Center tested positive for COVID-19 on Tuesday, March 31.

To help protect patients and staff during the COVID 19 pandemic, CRMC is offering patients the opportunity to use virtual visits to meet with their healthcare provider. All this can be done without having to come into a…

To protect patients, residents and staff, Cuyuna Regional Medical Center has created a special Respiratory Clinic to be operational through the COVID-19 pandemic.

Cuyuna Regional Medical Center is offering free phone screening with a nurse for coronavirus, COVID-19, to those who have symptoms and may be concerned they have the virus.

CRMC’s Breezy Point Clinic Laboratory has met all the criteria for Laboratory accreditation following a recent onsite review of the facility’s quality testing by the Commission on Office Laboratory Accreditation (COLA), a…

The shortage of personal protective equipment at hospitals throughout the nation is particularly acute and CRMC is no exception. We are grateful to our generous community friends who saw the need for our employees to be using…

Cuyuna Regional Medical Center’s Breezy Point Clinic Laboratory has met all the criteria for Laboratory accreditation following a recent onsite review of the facility’s quality testing by the Commission on Office Laboratory…

Because of concerns over patient and staff health and safety and in order to facilitate the visitor screening process, Cuyuna Regional Medical Center’s shuttle service will temporarily close and no longer be available.

As new cases of Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19) are confirmed in Minnesota, Cuyuna Regional Medical Center is restricting visitors and limiting access to its facilities to protect its patients, residents and staff.

In an effort to prevent the spread of Coronavirus and to ensure everyone’s health and safety, numerous Cuyuna Regional Medical Center community events, classes and support groups have been cancelled.

An informational seminar about weight loss surgery offered by Minnesota Institute for Minimally Invasive Surgery (MIMIS) surgeon Andrew Loveitt, D.O., live on Facebook on Monday, March 16. Go to…

Because of concerns with the coronavirus (COVID-19) we will be canceling the Women’s Health and Happiness event scheduled for March 26. Your health and safety is our number one priority, with that mind we do not want to bring…

March is national Colon Cancer Awareness Month and Cuyuna Regional Medical Center is trying to raise awareness of this potentially life-threatening disease. The medical campus entrance is lit blue, the color representing…

Cuyuna Regional Medical Center’s upcoming women’s health and wellness event will be the topic of KKIN Radio’s Community Connection program, 94.3 on the FM dial, Thursday, March 12, from 8 to 8:30 a.m.…

A total of $2,525 was raised for Because of Brandon, the annual benefit for Cuyuna Regional Medical Center’s Diabetes Education Department, at The Iron Range Eatery and Cuyuna Brewing Company’s Happy Hour for a Cause event in…

Cuyuna Regional Medical Center’s Home Health and Hospice Department will hold a Book Fair fund-raiser for Hospice on Wednesday, March 4, from 9 a.m. until 5 p.m. just inside the hospital’s main lobby entrance.

Cuyuna Regional Medical Center Laboratory employee Sarah Mayer of Pine River recently passed the American Society of Clinical Pathology Certified Medical Laboratory Scientist exam and is now an ASCP Certified Medical…

Signature Signs, a fundraiser for Cuyuna Regional Medical Center’s Race for the Cure team, will be Tuesday, April 28, starting at 6 p.m. at The Green Lantern Bar & Grill in Brainerd.

Seventy-one units of blood were donated at Cuyuna Regional Medical Center’s recent American Red Cross Blood Drive. Thank you to the donors who took the time to give blood. Each blood donation can help save up to three lives.

Cuyuna Regional Medical Center in Crosby recently recognized 10 of its Registered Nurses at a dinner for accomplishing vast criteria and education and applying it to their practice by completing the organization’s Clinical…

Cuyuna Regional Medical Center’s diabetes education fund-raiser Because of Brandon will be the topic of KKIN Radio’s Community Connection program, 94.3 on the FM dial, Thursday, Feb. 13, from 8 to 8:30 a.m. The event’s chair,…

Cuyuna Regional Medical Center Patient Access Specialist Shelly Sharp of Deerwood received the organization’s Trophy Fish Award this week for going above and beyond in assisting a patient.

The public is invited to learn more about how to diagnose and treat a hernia, including the treatment options available, at a free Hernia Screening and Information Session at Cuyuna Regional Medical Center’s Breezy Point…

The Iron Range Eatery and Cuyuna Brewing in Crosby are hosting Happy Hour for a Cause on Thursday, Feb. 27, from 5 to 7 p.m. at the brewery to benefit Because of Brandon, the annual benefit for Cuyuna Regional Medical…

Cuyuna Regional Medical Center recently received designation as a Blue Distinction Center for Knee and Hip Replacement from BlueCross BlueShield of Minnesota. The designation signifies that CRMC has met nationally established…

Registered Nurse Carla Olson of Deerwood was recently named the new Manager of Education at Cuyuna Regional Medical Center.

Two Cuyuna Regional Medical Center employees recently received an award that recognizes hospital professionals who demonstrate their commitment to keeping patients safe by speaking up to prevent a potential patient safety…

A new, state-of-the-art outpatient clinic to meet the needs of CRMC’s expanding orthopaedics and pain management services is expected to open on CRMC’s main campus this March. The new clinic will also provide space for a new…

“Changes Before the Change,” a perimenopause discussion for women, will be offered Thursday, Feb. 6, from 5:30 to 7 p.m. at Heartwood in Crosby by Cuyuna Regional Medical Center’s Menopause & Healthy Aging Center experts.

Because of critical shortages following the holiday season, the American Red Cross needs blood and is issuing an urgent appeal for blood and platelet donors to help replenish its temporarily low supply.

A health improvement class about fitness and nutrition will be the topic of discussion on KKIN Radio’s Community Connection program, 94.3 on the FM dial, Thursday, Jan. 9, from 8 to 8:30 a.m.

Cuyuna Regional Medical Center was recently named to the Minnesota Antibiotic Stewardship Honor Roll for Hospitals in recognition of its commitment to improve the use of antimicrobial medications with the goal of enhancing…

CRMC’s physician clinics in Crosby, Baxter, Breezy Point and Longville will be closed on Wednesday, Jan. 1, in observation of the New Year's Day holiday.

Congratulations to the winners of CRMC and the Crosby-Ironton Courier’s Holiday Spirit Art Contest. The classroom winner was Ms. Pribyl who submitted the most entries. She won a $200 gift card for school supplies. Student…

Cuyuna Regional Medical Center Board Certified Anesthesiologist and Director of Pain Management Josh Horowitz, D.O., who is also a pilot, recently received the organization’s Trophy Fish Award for going above and beyond by…

All Cuyuna Lakes residents are encouraged to celebrate the fellowship of the holiday season at A Cuyuna Christmas on Wednesday, Dec. 11, from 4 to 7 p.m. at Heartwood in Crosby as it comes alive with thousands of twinkling…

Cuyuna Regional Medical Center’s Infection Control Nurse Sara Dorschner, R.N., will be the guest of KKIN Radio’s Community Connection program, 94.3 on the FM dial, Thursday, Dec. 12, from 8 to 8:30 a.m. She will speak about…

Cuyuna Regional Medical Center’s physician clinics in Crosby, Baxter, Breezy Point and Longville will be closed on Thanksgiving Day and open regular hours on Friday, Nov. 29. Those needing medical care on the holiday may…

A specialist in family medicine, Dr. Paul Carey of Nisswa, will begin practicing as a family physician at Cuyuna Regional Medical Center on Monday, Nov. 18.

Cuyuna Regional Medical Center is among the top 10 percent in the nation for General Surgery according to a national report by Healthgrades, the leading online resource for comprehensive information about physicians and…

Board Certified Internist Mark Bostrom, D.O., N.D., of Deerwood, who has over 20 years’ experience, will begin practicing at Cuyuna Regional Medical Center’s Crosby Clinic in January 2020.

Registered Nurse Kya Picha-Hollister of Ironton, formerly of Blaine, recently joined Cuyuna Regional Medical Center in Crosby as the Spine Manager to develop a new spine program. This is being done to prepare for a new,…

A total of $42,281 was raised for area cancer patients at Cuyuna Regional Medical Center’s Kaleidoscope—A Celebration of Courage fundraiser for area cancer patients on October 29 at Ruttger’s Bay Lake Lodge.

Cuyuna Regional Medical Center’s Home Health & Hospice department is now accepting memorial and honor gifts for the 35th annual Tree of Love fund-raising event for Hospice. The official tree lighting and dedication of the…

To honor the service and show appreciation of area veterans and active duty military, a free Veteran’s Day Breakfast will be offered Monday, Nov. 11, beginning at 8 a.m. at the Brainerd American Legion located at 708 Front…

The public is invited to learn more about how to diagnose and treat a hernia, including the treatment options available, at a free Hernia Screening and Information Session at Cuyuna Regional Medical Center’s Breezy Point…

Cuyuna Regional Medical Center Home Care Nurse Alicia Wiseley-Peterson, R.N., of Ironton recently received the organization’s Trophy Fish Award for going above and beyond in her job duties by using her vacation time to help a…

Cuyuna Regional Medical Center’s Home Health and Hospice Department will hold a Book Fair fund-raiser for Hospice on Thursday, Nov. 7, from 9 a.m. until 5 p.m. just inside the hospital’s main lobby entrance.

Cuyuna Regional Medical Center is hosting a free meeting about end-of-life decisions on Tuesday, Oct. 15, from 10 to 11 a.m. in its Clinic Conference Room.

Kaleidoscope, Cuyuna Regional Medical Center’s annual fundraiser for cancer patients, will be the topic of discussion on KKIN Radio’s Community Connection program, 94.3 on the FM dial, Thursday, Oct. 10, from 8 to 8:30 a.m.…

Two Cuyuna Regional Medical Center Surgical Services Registered Nurses were recently recognized by the Minnesota Hospital Association with Good Catch for Patient Safety awards. The awards are presented to Minnesota hospital…

The public is invited to boogie the night away while raising money and good vibes to support those facing cancer at Cuyuna Regional Medical Center’s Kaleidoscope Disco Party on Tuesday evening, Oct. 29, at Ruttger’s Bay Lake…

Cuyuna Regional Medical Center Care Center residents are hosting a soup and sandwich lunch on Thursday, Oct. 24, from 10:45 a.m. to 1:45 p.m. in the Activity Room. Two soups, a make your own sandwich buffet, dessert and…

A total of 5,572 nutritious lunches were served this summer to area youth through Cuyuna Lakes Lunch Bunch, a free summer lunch program organized by area churches and Cuyuna Regional Medical Center.

Cuyuna Regional Medical Center Board Certified Nurse Practitioner Adam English will participate in the panel “Innovations in Reducing Opioid Use” at Minnesota Community Measurement’s Seminar, Innovating Together, on Thursday,…

Cuyuna Regional Medical Center Admitting Clerk Lynn Zontelli of Crosby recently received the organization’s Trophy Fish Award for going above and beyond in her job duties by assisting a co-worker in caring for her father.

Decadent cheesecakes donated by the UGLY Cheesecake Co. of Crosslake will be sold at Cuyuna Regional Medical Center on Wednesday, Oct. 16, to raise funds for the organization’s Courage Cabinet which financially supports…

People suffering with Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) are invited to learn more about the comprehensive treatment solutions for reflux and heartburn at a free seminar on Tuesday, Oct. 15, at 6 p.m. at Breezy Point…

More than 50 professional golfers from around the country are in the area this week competing at the CRMC Brainerd Lakes Golf Tour Showcase Pro-Am at Cragun’s Legacy Courses.

Certified Physician Assistant Sam Feyder of Maple Grove has joined Cuyuna Regional Medical Center’s Emergency Department

Cuyuna Regional Medical Center is hosting a free meeting about end-of-life decisions on Tuesday, Aug. 20, from 10 to 11 a.m. in its Clinic Conference Room.

Driving for Hospice, a charity golf tournament benefiting patients in Aitkin, Baxter, Brainerd, Crosby, Crosslake, Deerwood and Emily, will be the topic of KKIN Radio’s Community Connection program, 94.3 on the FM dial,…

U.S. News & World Report Names Cuyuna Regional Medical Center High Performing in Hip Replacement Cuyuna Regional Medical Center in Crosby, Minn., has been recognized for the second consecutive year as a Best Hospital for…

Board Certified Interventional Pain Specialist Dan Lonergan, M.D., will begin treating patients at Cuyuna Regional Medical Center’s Pain Management Center on September 3.

Take a chance at winning a new ATV, vacation getaway, gun or cash and support local Type 1 Diabetes patients by purchasing a $10 Because of Brandon raffle ticket.

Cuyuna Regional Medical Center is hosting a free meeting about end-of-life decisions on Tuesday, July 16, from 10 to 11 a.m. in its Clinic Conference Room.

Cuyuna Regional Medical Center’s diabetes education fund-raiser Because of Brandon will be the topic of KKIN Radio’s Community Connection program, 94.3 on the FM dial, Thursday, July 11, from 8 to 8:30 a.m. The event’s chair,…

Cuyuna Regional Medical Center Obstetrician/Gynecologists Michael Cady, M.D., and Christina Kramer, M.D., and Women’s Health Nurse Practitioner Melissa Goble recently became Certified Menopause Practitioners to provide…

Cuyuna Regional Medical Center Physician Assistant Bret Danielson of Merrifield recently received the organization’s Trophy Fish Award for going above and beyond in his job duties.

Margaret Kavanaugh of Baxter was the grand prize winner of a $2,000 travel voucher in Cuyuna Regional Medical Center and Hubbard Radio’s March the Mississippi Community Health Challenge. The 277 adults participating met…

Cuyuna Regional Medical Center Registered Nurse Sarah Oehrlein of Brainerd recently received the organization’s Trophy Fish Award for going above and beyond in her job duties by assisting a neighbor who had health concerns.

A wine and craft beer tasting, silent auction, barbecue, raffles, ATV ride, and street dance will all be a part of the 4th Annual Because of Brandon fund raiser on Saturday, July 27, at the Crosby Bar & Grill. The money…

Cuyuna Regional Medical Center’s physician clinics in Crosby, Baxter, Breezy Point and Longville will be closed on Independence Day, Thursday, July 4. Those needing medical care on the Fourth of July may access CRMC’s…

Cuyuna Regional Medical Center is hosting a free meeting about end-of-life decisions on Tuesday, June 18, from 10 to 11 a.m. in its Clinic Conference Room.

Cuyuna Regional Medical Center Materials Management Assistant Linda Blume of Aitkin recently received the organization’s Trophy Fish Award for going above and beyond in her job duties.

Board Certified Oncologist Bongi Rudder, M.D., of Sioux Falls, South Dakota, will join the medical staff Cuyuna Regional Medical Center’s Cancer Care Center as a temporary physician on June 10.

Plant vegetable seeds and take home a potted plant; assemble caterpillars and pizzas with fresh fruits and vegetables; and participate in potato sack races, an obstacle course, relay races and more at the first Music in the…

The “Books Are Fun” book and gift fair at Cuyuna Regional Medical Center on March 18 raised $384 for the hospital’s Home Health & Hospice Department to help provide a service of compassionate care for people who have been…

Cuyuna Regional Medical Center’s physician clinics in Crosby, Baxter, Breezy Point and Longville will be closed on Memorial Day, Monday, May 27. Those needing medical care on Memorial Day may access CRMC’s Emergency…

Experienced Physician Assistant Bret Danielson, Ph.D., of Little Falls, recently joined the staff of Cuyuna Regional Medical Center and will begin practicing at its new Breezy Point Clinic on Wednesday, May 22.

Cuyuna Regional Medical Center has become an exclusive partner of the Lipstick Alliance of U.S. hospitals celebrating and elevating the cause of women’s health and family wellness. 

A Duck Breast Roulade dish prepared by Cuyuna Regional Medical Center Culinary Director Alan Hudalla of Baxter and Heartwood Senior Living Community Chef Sarah Martz of Crosby was entered into the Association for Healthcare…

Cuyuna Regional Medical Center Education Specialist Jodi Bedard of Merrifield was recognized this week as an “I Care” Ambassador for the care and compassion she provides to employees and others. She will be honored at the…

Cary LeBlanc of Emily, an Emergency Medical Technician and former cook at Cuyuna Regional Medical Center, this week received the organization’s Catch of the Year Award for going above and beyond caring for others. She was…

Driving for Hospice, a golf tournament benefitting hospice patients in Aitkin, Baxter, Brainerd, Crosby, Crosslake, Deerwood and Emily will be Thursday, September 3 in Deerwood.

Presented by: Howard McCollister, M.D., Shawn Roberts, M.D., and Paul Severson, M.D. Location: Cuyuna Regional Medical Center, Crosby Date: Saturday morning, June 1 Join our surgical experts to learn about this common but…

People with knee pain are invited to learn about the most common causes and treatment options for knee pain at a free seminar offered by Cuyuna Regional Medical Center on Thursday evening, May 30, at The Woods Conference…

Cuyuna Regional Medical Center’s Care Center was recently named to the Minnesota Antibiotic Stewardship Honor Roll for Long-Term Care in recognition of its commitment to improve the use of antimicrobial medications with the…

A free, informational seminar about weight loss surgery will be offered by Minnesota Institute for Minimally Invasive Surgery (MIMIS) Surgeon Shawn Roberts, M.D., and health professionals on Monday, May 13, from 6 to 8 p.m.…

Cuyuna Regional Medical Center Pharmacist Ryan Langem of Crosby on April 18 received the organization’s Trophy Fish Award for going above and beyond in his job duties.

To help meet the need for blood donations, Cuyuna Regional Medical Center in Crosby is hosting an American Red Cross Blood Drive on Thursday, May 9, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Friday, May 10, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. in its…

A Matter of Balance, an award-winning program designed to manage falls and increase activity levels, will be held in Longville on Wednesdays, May 1, through June 19, from 9 to 11 a.m. at Salem Lutheran Church, located at 1340…

Cuyuna Regional Medical Center Emergency Medical Services Educator Bryan Krantz, R.N., of Brainerd on April 4 received the organization’s Trophy Fish Award for going above and beyond in his job duties.

Cuyuna Regional Medical Center will recognize its 113 selfless volunteers for their service at an appreciation luncheon Wednesday, April 11, at Heartwood Senior Living Community in Crosby. “We Love Our Volunteers” is the…

April 16 is National Healthcare Decisions Day and in recognition Cuyuna Regional Medical Center is encouraging everyone to make their healthcare wishes known to their family members and physician and to go through an advanced…

Cuyuna Regional Medical Center is hosting a free meeting about end-of-life decisions on Tuesday, April 16, from 10 to 11 a.m. in its Clinic Conference Room.

Cuyuna Regional Medical Center Outpatient Pharmacy Pharmacist Brianne Burmeister of Brainerd on March 27 received the organization’s Trophy Fish Award for going above and beyond in her job duties.

Cuyuna Regional Medical Center Physical Therapist David Campbell recently fulfilled the requirements established by the Lymphology Association of North America and is now designated as a Certified Lymphedema Therapist.

Cuyuna Regional Medical Center will open a new physician clinic in Breezy Point on Monday, April 1, to better serve the medical needs of North-Central Crow Wing County and improve access to quality healthcare.

Cuyuna Regional Medical Center Registered Nurse Nick Hillman of Brainerd on March 15 received the organization’s Trophy Fish Award for going above and beyond in his job duties.

Cuyuna Regional Medical Center Clinic Director Cindy Schmitz of Ironton recently successfully completed the National Association of Rural Health Clinic Academy’s Rural Health Clinic Professional online course and examination…

Cuyuna Regional Medical Center Senior Services Administrator Nancy Stratman and volunteer Deb Bergsnev will speak about the upcoming National Decision Day on KKIN Radio’s Community Connection program, 94.3 on the FM dial,…

KariLee Pietz of Deerwood has joined the staff of Cuyuna Regional Medical Center as Emergency Department and Outpatient Social Worker.

Family Nurse Practitioner Staci Roslansky, B.S.N., of Slayton has joined Cuyuna Regional Medical Center’s Surgery Department. She is practicing under the direction of Surgeons Andrew Loveitt, D.O., and Howard McCollister,…

Registered Nurse Cathline Helstrom of Staples is Cuyuna Regional Medical Center’s new Director of Quality. She comes to the Crosby Medical Campus from St. Gabriel’s Health in Little Falls where she worked as Director of…

A Gentle Path to the 12 Steps, a 12 Step Program workshop, will soon be offered at Cuyuna Regional Medical Center in Crosby.

Cuyuna Regional Medical Center has been named as one of America’s Best Hospitals for Obstetrics by the Women’s Choice Award®, America’s trusted referral source for the best in healthcare. The award signifies that CRMC is in…

Cuyuna Regional Medical Center Licensed Practical Nurse Ben Mooers of Deerwood today received the organization’s Trophy Fish Award for going above and beyond in his job duties.

CRMC’s new Breezy Point Clinic is set to open in April. Services immediately available at the new clinic, located at 30833 North Star Drive, Ste. 1, just across County Road 11, from the Breezy Point Sports Center

Construction of CRMC’s $17 million, state-of-the-art outpatient clinic and interior remodeling to help meet the needs of its expanding orthopaedics and pain management services is well underway.

The public is invited to a Valentine’s Day Bake Sale being planned by Cuyuna Regional Medical Center volunteers and staff on Thursday, Feb. 14, in the hospital’s main entrance lobby.

Board Certified Oncologist Nick Batty, M.D., has joined the medical staff Cuyuna Regional Medical Center’s Cancer Care Center. Certified in medical oncology, hematology, and pathology, has six years’ experience practicing at…

Cuyuna Regional Medical Center’s Home Health and Hospice Department will hold a Book Fair fund-raiser for Hospice on Monday, March 18, from 9 a.m. until 5 p.m. just inside the hospital’s main lobby entrance.

Cuyuna Regional Medical Center Emergency Medical Technician Pete Kvale of Brainerd last week received the organization’s Trophy Fish Award for going above and beyond in his job duties.

Crosby, Minnesota – Cuyuna Regional Medical Center has been named one of America’s Best Hospitals for Emergency Care by the Women’s Choice Award®, America’s trusted referral source for the best in healthcare. The award…

The need for blood donations will be the topic of KKIN Radio’s Community Connection program, 94.3 on the FM dial, Thursday, Feb. 14, from 8 to 8:30 a.m.

A Gentle Path to the 12 Steps, a 12 Step Program workshop, will soon be offered at Cuyuna Regional Medical Center in Crosby.

Cuyuna Regional Medical Center Orthopaedics Clinic Licensed Practical Nurses Laura Pickar of Fort Ripley and Tracy Atwater of Brainerd this week received the organization’s Trophy Fish Award for going above and beyond in…

Sue Steinhoff of Deerwood, a physical therapist with 38 years’ experience, recently joined Cuyuna Regional Medical Center’s Rehabilitation Department.

Cuyuna Regional Medical Center Registered Nurses Cindy Jorgenson of Breezy Point and Tammy Karels of Isle recently passed their nursing boards and became Circulating Nurses in the Operating Room.

Cuyuna Regional Medical Center was recently named to the Minnesota Antibiotic Stewardship Honor Roll for Hospitals in recognition of its commitment to improve the use of antimicrobial medications with the goal of enhancing…

Cuyuna Regional Medical Center Ambulatory Services Registered Nurse Wanda Barnes of Ironton this week received Cuyuna Regional Medical Center’s Trophy Fish Award for going above and beyond in her job by assisting a patient.

Women age 40 and older can learn how to live healthier and happier at Menopause Mayhem, a free community event planned for Tuesday, April 23, from 5 to 7:30 p.m. at The Woods in Merrifield.

Cuyuna Regional Medical Center’s physician clinics in Crosby, Baxter and Longville will be closed on New Year’s Day and be open regular hours on New Year’s Eve. Those needing medical care on New Year’s Day can access CRMC’s…

Cuyuna Regional Medical Center’s Care Center is among the Best Nursing Homes for 2018-19 identified by U.S. News & World Report. More than 15,000 nursing homes were evaluated nationwide and 2,975 nursing homes earned the…

Cuyuna Regional Medical Center’s physician clinics in Crosby, Baxter and Longville will close at noon on Monday, Dec. 24, and be closed on Tuesday, Dec. 25, in observation of the Christmas holiday. Those needing medical care…

Mark Berntson, M.D., a Board Certified family physician with 30 years’ experience, will join the staff of Cuyuna Regional Medical Center’s clinics in January.

Cuyuna Regional Medical Center Certified Physician Assistant Thomas Maday is now certified to provide Department of Transportation physical examinations. He recently became licensed by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety…

Cuyuna Regional Medical Center this week received Bronze Recognition from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Health Resources and Services Administration for its activities to increase enrollment of organ, eye…

Cuyuna Regional Medical Center is hosting a free meeting about end-of-life decisions on Tuesday, Dec. 18, from 10 to 11 a.m. in its Clinic Conference Room.

Weight loss will be the topic of discussion on KKIN Radio’s Community Connection program, 94.3 on the FM dial, Thursday, Dec. 13, from 8 to 8:30 a.m.

Kim Blank of Fergus Falls, a Certified Senior Professional in Human Resources, recently joined the Senior Management Team of Cuyuna Regional Medical Center in Crosby as Chief Human Resource Officer.

Cuyuna Regional Medical Center’s Longville Clinic Laboratory was recently accredited by the Commission on Office Laboratory Accreditation (COLA) for two years following an onsite review of the facility’s quality testing.

Wayne Davis of Sterling, Ill., joined the staff of Cuyuna Regional Medical Center in Crosby as its family medicine and internal medicine clinics director. He is directing all activities that contribute to the operational,…

Cuyuna Regional Medical Center Intensive Care Unit nurses Deborah Hoffer of Brainerd and Jennifer Mount of Crosby recently became certified Critical Care Registered Nurses (CCRN), demonstrating to patients and the public that…

Jessica Mudgett, APRN, DNP, of Pillager has joined Cuyuna Regional Medical Center as a Hospitalist Nurse Practitioner. She is focusing on the general medical care of hospitalized patients.

Radiology Technologist Dan Carlson of Baxter recently earned advanced computed tomography (CT) scan certification from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).

A total of $2,825 was raised for area Hospice patients through Cuyuna Regional Medical Center’s Home Health & Hospice annual Tree of Love fund-raising event on Monday. The donations honored 192 loved ones.

Cuyuna Regional Medical Center’s Care Center is now accepting donations of Christmas presents for its residents. Please bring unwrapped donations marked male or female to the Center’s Activities Department by Thursday, Dec.…

The “Books Are Fun” book and gift fair at Cuyuna Regional Medical Center on November 8 raised $723 for the hospital’s Home Health & Hospice Department to help provide a service of compassionate care for people who have been…

Cuyuna Regional Medical Center last week was recognized with the Brainerd Lakes Chamber of Commerce’s Business Excellence Award for its leadership, innovation, employee investment and community service. The award was…

Cuyuna Regional Medical Center Occupational Therapist Alex McLaughlin of Deerwood recently completed Functional Capacity Evaluations (FCE) training through WorkWell Prevention and Care of Duluth, Minn. She uses the evaluation…

Cuyuna Regional Medical Center is hosting a free meeting about end-of-life decisions on Tuesday, Nov. 20, from 10 to 11 a.m. in its Clinic Conference Room.

A total of 41 people lost weight and lowered their blood pressure after attending Living Well, a six-week health improvement class offered this Fall by Cuyuna Regional Medical Center and Hallett Community Center.

Cuyuna Regional Medical Center’s Home Health & Hospice department is now accepting memorial and honor gifts for the 34th annual Tree of Love fund-raising event for Hospice. The official tree lighting and dedication of the…

Cuyuna Regional Medical Center’s physician clinics in Crosby, Baxter and Longville will be closed on Thanksgiving Day and open regular hours on Friday, Nov. 23. Those needing medical care on the holiday may access CRMC’s…

A total of $41,385 was raised for area cancer patients at Cuyuna Regional Medical Center’s Kaleidoscope—A Celebration of Courage event on October 23 in Crosby.

Cuyuna Regional Medical Center Obstetrician/Gynecologist Rachel Cady, M.D., recently became a Certified Menopause Practitioner to provide optimal menopause-related health care to women. She is one of three Minnesota…

CRMC’s Baxter Clinic is participating in Hubbard Radio’s Girls Night Out this Thursday, Oct. 25, from 3:30 to 8:30 p.m.

Menopause and other women’s midlife health issues will be the topic of discussion on KKIN Radio’s Community Connection program, 94.3 on the FM dial, Thursday, Nov. 8, from 8 to 8:30 a.m.

Stephanie Nelson, R.N., M.S.N., of Aitkin has been promoted to Nursing Director of Cuyuna Regional Medical Center’s Emergency Department, Intensive Care Unit and Clinical Education. She will provide leadership, direction and…

Cuyuna Regional Medical Center Emergency and Ambulance Services/Respiratory Therapy Director Bob McLaughlin of Deerwood this week received Cuyuna Regional Medical Center’s Trophy Fish Award for going above and beyond in his…

Cuyuna Regional Medical Center has expanded its services to include Dry Needling which uses thin needles to trigger multiple responses in the body to decrease pain, inflammation and promote healing and tissue remodeling in…

Emergency Physician Christopher Kaczmarczyk, D.O., has been appointed Cuyuna Regional Medical Center’s Emergency Department Director. He will oversee the Ambulance and Emergency Medical Services as well as the Trauma and…

Kaleidoscope—A Celebration of Courage, a fund-raiser for area cancer patients, will be the topic of discussion on KKIN Radio’s Community Connection program, 94.3 on the FM dial, Thursday, Oct. 11, from 8 to 8:30 a.m.

People of all ages are invited to celebrate the changing season at Heartwood’s Annual Fall Harvest Social on Saturday, Oct. 13, from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Senior Living Community in Crosby.

Cuyuna Regional Medical Center is hosting a free meeting about end-of-life decisions on Tuesday, Oct. 16, from 10 to 11 a.m. in its Clinic Conference Room.

The public is invited to show their support for area cancer patients by attending Cuyuna Regional Medical Center’s Kaleidoscope—A Celebration of Courage event on Tuesday evening, Oct. 23, at Heartwood Senior Living Community…

The public is invited to Cuyuna Regional Medical Center’s Care Center on Thursday, Oct. 11, from 10:45 a.m. to 1:45 p.m. for a soup and sandwich lunch. All fund raised from the luncheon will go toward purchasing candy for…

All tiny goblins, super heroes and ghouls are invited to trick or treat along the spooktacular hallways of the Care Center at Cuyuna Regional Medical Center in Crosby from 6 to 7 p.m. on Halloween, Wednesday, Oct. 31.

Physician Assistant Elisabeth Desrocher of Brainerd has joined the Surgical Team staff of Cuyuna Regional Medical Center in Crosby.

Cuyuna Regional Medical Center Clinic in Longville is holding three flu shot clinics in October for people of all ages. The clinic is located at 180 Jordan Lane in Longville.

Residents of the Brainerd Lakes Area have spoken and voted CRMC its #1 Best Medical Facility in the Best of the Brainerd Lakes contest.

Materials Management Assistant Chris Carlson of Deerwood this week received Cuyuna Regional Medical Center’s Trophy Fish Award for going above and beyond in his job by returning a valuable coin to a patient.

Melissa Goble of Brainerd, a long-time Birthing Center nurse at Cuyuna Regional Medical Center, has joined the medical staff as a Women’s Health Nurse Practitioner.

Cuyuna Regional Medical Center’s Home Health and Hospice Department will hold a Fall Book Fair fund-raiser for Hospice on Thursday, Nov. 8, from 9 a.m. until 5 p.m. just inside the hospital’s main lobby entrance.

Cuyuna Regional Medical Center is hosting a free meeting about end-of-life decisions on Tuesday, Sept. 18, from 10 to 11 a.m. in its Clinic Conference Room.

Area youth are encouraged to participate in Cuyuna Regional Medical Center’s Care Center “Tutus and Tiaras” Intergenerational Tea Party on Tuesday, Sept. 25, from 1 to 3 p.m. in the Activity Room.

The mammography unit of Cuyuna Regional Medical Center’s Women’s Imaging Department received an all areas in compliance rating in a recent U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Food and Drug Administration (FDA)…

Clinic Certified Medical Assistant Laura Hoffard of Breezy Point this week received Cuyuna Regional Medical Center’s Trophy Fish Award for going above and beyond in her job by purchasing snacks with her own money for a…

Hip and knee pain will be the topic of KKIN Radio’s Community Connection program, 94.3 on the FM dial, Thursday, Sept. 13, from 8 to 8:30 a.m. Cuyuna Regional Medical Center Orthopaedic Specialist Adam English will be the…

Cuyuna Regional Medical Center has been recognized as a Best Hospital for 2018-19 by U.S. News & World Report. CRMC is the only Critical Access Hospital in the nation that received the recognition for Hip Replacement.

Cuyuna Regional Medical Center, area law enforcement, fire and first responder groups will be conducting an active shooter exercise around Crosby-Ironton High School on Saturday, Sept. 22. There will be increased traffic…

Cuyuna Regional Medical Center’s physician clinics in Crosby, Baxter and Longville will be closed on Labor Day, Monday, Sept. 3. Those needing medical care may access CRMC’s Emergency Department.

System Database Administrator Dean Turnbloom of Crosby this week received Cuyuna Regional Medical Center’s Trophy Fish Award for going above and beyond in his job by coming to the rescue on a Saturday afternoon to get Wi-Fi…

A total of $43,196 was raised for diabetes education at the third annual Because of Brandon event in Crosby on July 28. The funds will be used to send area youth to diabetes camps, for patient travel expenses and educational…

A new family physician and hospitalist have joined Cuyuna Regional Medical Center. Paige Holmgren, M.D., began practicing at the Crosby Clinic on Monday, Aug. 13, and her husband, Brian Holmgren, M.D., also begin working as a…

Driving for Hospice, a new charity golf tournament to benefit hospice patients in Aitkin, Baxter, Brainerd, Crosby, Crosslake, Deerwood and Emily, will be Thursday, Aug. 30, at Cuyuna Rolling Hills Golf Course in Deerwood.…

Driving for Hospice, a new charity golf tournament benefiting patients in Aitkin, Baxter, Brainerd, Crosby, Crosslake, Deerwood and Emily, will be the topic of KKIN Radio’s Community Connection program, 94.3 on the FM dial,…

A total of $12,090 was raised through the Because of Brandon raffle on Saturday, July 28. All the proceeds will fund youth diabetes camps, patient travel expenses, and educational events.

Orthopaedic Surgeon Susan Moen this week received Cuyuna Regional Medical Center’s Trophy Fish Award for going above and beyond in her job by helping a stranger change a tire.

Molly Jo Bordwell of Brainerd has been promoted to Nurse Manager at Cuyuna Regional Medical Center’s Care Center. She will oversee the care of residents on the Parkview and Skyview wings.

Minnesota Center for Orthopaedics Surgeon Erik Severson, M.D., of Cuyuna Regional Medical Center in Crosby and Riverwood Healthcare in Aitkin was recently reappointed to a three-year term on the American Academy of…

Aaron Sachs, M.D., of Rockville, Maryland, will begin his post graduate advanced surgical training on August 1 at the Minnesota Institute for Minimally Invasive Surgery (MIMIS) located at Cuyuna Regional Medical Center in…

Darla Morris-Preble of Blaine is joining Cuyuna Regional Medical Center as the Multi-Specialty Clinic Director beginning August 1. She will direct all activities that contribute to the operational, clinic and business…

Raffle tickets supporting Because of Brandon, a fund raiser supporting area diabetes patients, are now on sale at various locations throughout the area. Prizes include a 2018 Alterra 500 ATV valued at $4,999, Ruttger’s…

The public is invited to a free nostalgic car show at Heartwood Senior Living Community in Crosby on Sunday, July 29, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. On display will be an impressive collection of street rods, customs, classics and…

Athletic Trainer Donovan Fornal of St. Cloud recently joined Cuyuna Regional Medical Center’s Sports Medicine team. He will be providing athletic training services for athletes and coaches at both Crosby-Ironton High School…

Kelly Chase of Nisswa is Cuyuna Regional Medical Center’s new Director of Care Management and Population Health. With more than 10 years of bedside nursing experience and 10 years of leadership experience in nursing and…

Cuyuna Regional Medical Center’s diabetes education fund-raiser Because of Brandon will be the topic of KKIN Radio’s Community Connection program, 94.3 on the FM dial, Thursday, July 12, from 8 to 8:30 a.m. The event’s chair,…

Cuyuna Regional Medical Center today announced plans for a $13 million state-of-the-art outpatient clinic and interior remodeling at its Crosby campus to meet the needs of its expanding orthopaedics and pain management…

Emergency Physician Christopher Kaczmarczyk, D.O., of Minneapolis will join Cuyuna Regional Medical Center’s Emergency Department in July. He has been a casual emergency physician at CRMC since May 2017.

The public is invited to a reception for David Plattes, M.D., who recently retired from 36 years of dedicated service to Cuyuna Regional Medical Center’s Longville Clinic, on Friday, July 6, from 1 to 3 p.m. at the clinic,…

Cuyuna Regional Medical Center was designated as an Acute Stroke Ready Hospital by the Minnesota Department of Health effective July 1 recognizing the organization’s preparedness to evaluate, stabilize and provide emergency…

A new physician clinic is under construction in Breezy Point as Cuyuna Regional Medical Center and Whitebirch, Inc., today broke ground on a new, 10,000-square-foot facility to help meet the growing medical needs of…

Care Managers Betsy Liedl of Ironton and Deb Berg-Lindahl of Deerwood last week received Cuyuna Regional Medical Center’s Trophy Fish Award for going above and beyond in their jobs assisting a patient.

Laboratory Phlebotomist Sheryl Bock of Brainerd this week received Cuyuna Regional Medical Center’s Trophy Fish Award for going above and beyond in her job by creating hand-sewn items to keep patients comfortable during blood…

Emergency Physician Aaron Holley, M.D., of Carver, Minn., will join Cuyuna Regional Medical Center’s Emergency Department in July.

Dr. Chris Watson, a Board-Certified family medicine physician with more than 20 years of experience, is providing additional coverage at Cuyuna Regional Medical Center’s Crosby Clinic through this October.

Cuyuna Regional Medical Center’s physician clinics in Crosby, Baxter and Longville will be closed on Independence Day, Wednesday, July 4. Those needing medical care on the Fourth of July may access CRMC’s Emergency…

Cuyuna Regional Medical Center’s Care Center was recently named to the Minnesota Antibiotic Stewardship Honor Roll for Long-Term Care in recognition of its commitment to improve the use of antimicrobial medications with the…

Cuyuna Regional Medical Center’s Baxter Clinic Laboratory has met all criteria for Laboratory accreditation following a recent onsite review of the facility’s quality testing by the Commission on Office Laboratory…

The public is invited to Cuyuna Regional Medical Center’s Care Center on Thursday, June 21, from 10:45 a.m. to 1:45 p.m. for a Sloppy Joe sandwich fund-raiser. The Care Center’s Resident Council organized the event to raise…

An annual mission trip to Haiti will be the topic of discussion at Cuyuna Regional Medical Center’s Cancer Support Group on Thursday, June 21, from 12 to 2 p.m. in the hospital’s Clinic Conference Room.

Fifty three people donated a total of 45 units of blood at Cuyuna Regional Medical Center’s American Red Cross Blood Drive held last Thursday and Friday.

Physical Therapist Paul Stokman is joining the staff of Cuyuna Regional Medical Center on June 11 as Rehabilitation Director.

Cuyuna Regional Medical Center has added two specialists to its medical staff--General Surgeon Andrew Loveitt, D.O., and Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine Physician Courtenay Deane, D.O.

Plant vegetable seeds and take home a potted plant; assemble caterpillars, ants on a log, and pizzas with fresh fruits and vegetables; try chair yoga; and participate in potato sack races, an obstacle course and relay races…

A scallop dish prepared by Cuyuna Regional Medical Center Culinary Director Alan Hudalla of Baxter and Heartwood Senior Living Community Chef Sarah Martz of Crosby was selected as a finalist for the Association for Healthcare…

Cuyuna Regional Medical Center Medical Staff Coordinator Jodi Christopher of Crosby recently became certified as a Certified Provider Credentialing Specialist (CPCS) by The Certification Commission of National Association…

The recent “Books Are Fun” book and gift fair at Cuyuna Regional Medical Center on May 4 raised $325 for HomeHealth Partnership-Hospice to help provide a service of compassionate care for people who have been diagnosed with a…

Because of Brandon, a fund raiser in memory of Brandon Houge, a young man from Ironton who unexpectedly passed away from complications of diabetes, will be Saturday, July 28, in Crosby. All proceeds will be used to fund youth…

Cuyuna Regional Medical Center has been named one of America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Patient Experience for the eighth consecutive year by the Women’s Choice Award, America’s trusted referral source for the best in health…

The public is invited to a free, community event, “Aging Wisely,” featuring informational booths from local organizations that provide services and educational seminars for older adults on Saturday, May 19, from 10 a.m. to 1…

Cuyuna Regional Medical Center Certified Hand Therapist Rose Bankers will speak about occupational therapy (OT) on KKIN Radio’s Community Connection program, 94.3 on the FM dial, Thursday, May 10, from 8 to 8:30 a.m.

HomeHealth Partnership Registered Nurse Kim Hughes of Baxter this week received Cuyuna Regional Medical Center’s Trophy Fish Award for going above and beyond in her job.

Cuyuna Regional Medical Center’s “When things go south, you don’t have to” marketing campaign that appeared throughout the Brainerd Lakes this past summer won Minnesota Health Strategy and Communications Network’s “Best in…

Cuyuna Regional Medical Center was recently awarded $75,000 through the Minnesota Department of Health’s Rural Hospital Capital Improvement Grant Program to help upgrade its facilities.

Cuyuna Regional Medical Center’s HomeHealth Partnership will hold a Spring “Books Are Fun” book and gift fair fund-raiser for Hospice on Friday, May 4, from 9 a.m. until 5 p.m. just inside the hospital’s main lobby entrance.

Cuyuna Regional Medical Center Senior Services Administrator Nancy Stratman and Riverwood Healthcare Center Social Worker Val Thompson will speak about the upcoming National Decision Day on KKIN Radio’s Community Connection…

April 16 is National Healthcare Decisions Day and in recognition Cuyuna Regional Medical Center is encouraging everyone to make their healthcare wishes known to their family members and physician and to go through an advanced…

A total of $1,570 was raised for Because of Brandon, the annual benefit for Cuyuna Regional Medical Center’s Diabetes Education Department, at The Iron Range Eatery and Cuyuna Brewing Company’s Happy Hour for a Cause event in…

Emergency Medicine boarded and trained physician Paul Mittelstadt, M.D., of Minneapolis recently joined the staff of Cuyuna Regional Medical Center’s Emergency Department in Crosby.

Baxter Clinic Receptionist/Scheduler Kristina Selisker of Baxter this week received Cuyuna Regional Medical Center’s Trophy Fish Award for going above and beyond in her job.

A Matter of Balance, an award-winning program designed to manage falls and increase activity levels, will be held in Longville on Wednesdays, May 2, through June 20, from 9 to 11 a.m. at Salem Lutheran Church, located at 1340…

Cuyuna Regional Medical Center was recently named to the Minnesota Antibiotic Stewardship Honor Roll for Hospitals in recognition of its commitment to improve the use of antimicrobial medications with the goal of enhancing…

People suffering with Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) are invited to learn more about the comprehensive treatment solutions for reflux and heartburn at a free seminar on Tuesday, March 27, at 6 p.m. at Billy’s in…

The Iron Range Eatery and Cuyuna Brewing in Crosby are hosting Happy Hour for a Cause on Thursday, March 22, from 5 to 7 p.m. at the brewery to benefit Because of Brandon, the annual benefit for Cuyuna Regional Medical…

Cuyuna Regional Medical Center Registered Dietitian Amanda Wilson will speak about nutrition and healthy eating on KKIN Radio’s Community Connection program, 94.3 on the FM dial, Thursday, March 8, from 8 to 8:30 a.m.

An informational seminar about diVa, a new laser vaginal therapy now available in the Brainerd Lakes, will be presented by OB/GYN Christina Kramer, M.D., on Wednesday evening, Feb. 28, at Cascade Med Spa in Baxter.

Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine and Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine are now being offered by Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine Physician Courtenay Deane, D.O., at Cuyuna Regional Medical Center in Crosby.

An informational seminar about diVa, a new laser vaginal therapy now available in the Brainerd Lakes, will be presented by OB/GYN Christina Kramer, M.D., on Wednesday evening, Feb. 28, at Cascade Med Spa in Baxter.

Cuyuna Regional Medical Center Respiratory Therapy Director Bob McLaughlin of Deerwood is now also managing the Emergency and Ambulance Services. He replaces Tom Bausman who moved out of state for another position.

A benefit for the family of Danyele Johnson of Ironton who was tragically killed in Crosby recently will be Saturday, Feb. 17, at the Deerwood Legion.

Transitional Care Unit Nursing Assistant Jenna Lundquist of Aitkin today received Cuyuna Regional Medical Center’s Trophy Fish Award for going above and beyond in the care of a resident

Cuyuna Regional Medical Center Human Resources Generalist Jody Rau of Crosslake was recognized as an “I Care” Ambassador Saturday for the care and compassion she provides to employees and others. She was honored at the…

Sue Steinke of Ironton, who works at Cuyuna Regional Medical Center’s Business Office, on Saturday received the organization’s Trophy Fish of the Year Award for going above and beyond caring for a fellow employee.

Cuyuna Regional Medical Center is expanding its services to better serve the medical needs of North-Central Crow Wing County and improve access to quality healthcare by opening a new physician clinic in Breezy Point in Spring…

Congratulations to Mark and Heather Kimman of Pierz who welcomed CRMC’s first baby of 2018. Nolan Kimman was born on January 3 at 7:16 a.m. weighing 9 pounds, 1 ounce and 21.5 inches long. He joins three brothers and one…

Area ladies are invited to be inspired, pampered and motivated at a special night designed to empower them to take better care of themselves at Cuyuna Regional Medical Center’s fourth annual women’s health and wellness event…

Cuyuna Regional Medical Center is soon offering a class for people wanting to help save lives and contribute to the health of their community.

People suffering with Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) are invited to learn more about the comprehensive treatment solutions for reflux and heartburn at a free seminar on Tuesday, Jan. 23, at 6 p.m. at The Woods in…

To help meet the urgent need for blood donations, Cuyuna Regional Medical Center is hosting an American Red Cross Blood Drive on Thursday, Jan. 11, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Friday, Jan. 12, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. in its…

Cuyuna Regional Medical Center was among a select group of hospitals nationwide recognized for promoting enrollment in state organ donor registries in a national campaign sponsored by the U.S. Department of Health and Human…

Sue Steinke of Ironton, who works at Cuyuna Regional Medical Center’s Business Office, today received the organization’s Trophy Fish Award for going above and beyond caring for a fellow employee.

Cuyuna Regional Medical Center’s physician clinics in Crosby, Baxter and Longville will be closed on Monday, Dec. 25, in observation of the Christmas holiday.  Those needing medical care on those days may access CRMC’s…

Welch was diagnosed with Parkinson's, a chronic, degenerative neurological disorder of the central nervous system that results from the loss of cells in various parts of the brain, affects one in 100 people over age 60, in…

Certified Physician Assistant Thomas Maday of Rice will begin practicing at Cuyuna Regional Medical Center’s Longville Clinic on Monday, Jan. 15.

A total of $3,370 was raised for area Hospice patients through HomeHealth Partnership of Cuyuna Regional Medical Center’s annual Tree of Love fund-raising event.  The donations honored 255 loved ones.

Family Practitioner David Laposky , M.D., of Pine River who has more than 30 years’ experience practicing medicine in rural Minnesota, will begin treating patients at Cuyuna Regional Medical Center’s Longville Clinic on…