Winter 2021

A surprise birth defect could have cost Linkin his life, had it not been for Jonathan Bigwood, M.D.

No two bodies are exactly the same and getting a precise knee implant — that fits the patient’s anatomy — is crucial to comfort, motion and overall experience following knee replacement surgery. Kipp Gould, D.O. and Daniel Lochmann, M.D. explain how the ROSA Knee system can help a surgeon during total knee replacement.

The Monument Health Foundation supports worthy causes connected to Monument Health, and their reach often goes further than most realize.

Settling in at Monument Health — and in the Black Hills — is different for each new physician. Regardless of what assistance they need, Carla is here to help.

Ty White’s infection prevention and control team touches every person at Monument Health, from patients and visitors to caregivers and contractors.

Sgt. Thomas Keller thought he had only cracked his rib after dropping a barbell on his chest, but the situation was much graver than he thought. Fortunately, quick action by a local medevac team and a cardiothoracic surgeon kept a life-threatening injury from becoming fatal.

Dr. Lewis has built his family medicine practice over three decades — and he’s excited to see it stay in the family.

Dr. Lewis grew up watching her father’s dedication to his patients, and she looks forward to continuing to provide them with the level of care they’ve come to expect.

Many people quit their new fitness routine long before they see results — but a lot of times it's simply because they don't like their gym.

Lack of sleep can make us irritable, but it can also cause a host of health problems you might not expect. Luckily, getting better sleep may be as simple as changing what you eat.

Since she started volunteering at Rapid City Hospital, Joyce Bjork has clocked over 32,000 volunteer hours — more than any other volunteer. But Joyce isn’t looking for recognition, she just loves using her favorite pastime to help others.

Sharon Hasvold had a rewarding 24-year career at Rapid City Hospital, and has served as the Volunteer Auxiliary president. For Sharon, being part of the hospital environment is about immersing herself in caring for others.