NDHC News

NDHC will host a free community seminar at 6 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 8 for individuals approaching age 65 or older. Medicare 101 is an informational seminar offering information and resources for individuals who are enrolling in Medicare programs or assisting others in navigating their enrollment. Marsh McLennan Agency's Medicare & Benefits Advisor Shannon Vogel, will lead the session, providing an overview of Medicare basics and requirements, the enrollment process and options a

Dr. Erika Stein Northwood Deaconess Health Center's (NDHC) chief medical officer, Dr. Erika Stein, has been named the 2026 Outstanding Rural Health Provider by the Dakota Conference on Rural Health. The award, given to a healthcare provider who practices in rural North Dakota and is unselfishly committed to improving the health of their community and service area, will be presented at an awards banquet June 3. Stein has been with NDHC since 2020. She leads NDHC's medical prov

A free community wellness event from 4 - 7 pm Thursday, June 4 will feature activities for youth and health and wellness resources for parents. A variety of hands-on stations, with games and give-aways, will be available for families to visit including a teddy bear clinic, exercise activities, and mental health resources. Activities will be set up at the south end of NDHC's Northwood campus, along Park St. "The Kids’ Health Fair is all about bringing families together to lear

Northwood Deaconess Health Center (NDHC) invites individuals impacted by diabetes to an educational class from 1 – 3 p.m. Monday, May 4 at NDHC. Dietician Lisa Becker and Diabetic Nurse Educator Stacey Jacobson will provide information and resources in areas of nutrition, physical activity, and disease management. “This class will be beneficial for any diabetic person who wants to learn more about diabetes and how lifestyle changes can improve outcomes,” said Jacobson. “I

Applications are being accepted through May 8 for the 2026 Health Profession Scholarship awarded by Northwood Deaconess Health Center (NDHC). Awards will be given to high school seniors who will be pursuing a health career or college students in a post-secondary health profession program. “NDHC is pleased to offer these scholarships to encourage and support young talent who will shape the future of rural healthcare delivery,” said CEO Brock Sherva. Applicants should have a mi

NDHC is now offering transportation assistance for patients age 65+ to attend medical appointments. With a rural health grant from Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Dakota Caring Foundation financial help or coordination for a driver will alleviate transportation barriers and help patients receive medical care. “Through NDHC’s recent Community Health Needs Assessment survey, transportation was among one of the top barriers identified for aging patients to receiving care. We hop

Emergency room, swingbed & long-term care rooms now open Northwood Deaconess Health Center opened its new emergency room & hospital Monday, Dec. 29. The new emergency entrance is located just west of the main entrance to the hospital. Signage is available to help guide patients. This new space features an enclosed drop off, currently available for ambulance traffic but in the coming weeks will be open for private vehicle drop off as well. In addition to opening the new eme

Northwood Deaconess Health Center (NDHC) is hosting a community open house and tours of its newly completed building expansion from 4:30 – 7 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 10. “We are excited to welcome the community into this transformational space,” said NDHC CEO Brock Sherva, “and extend an invitation to tour this new wing of our healthcare center.” Construction of 25 new long-term care resident and hospital rooms along with community gathering areas, a new emergency room, and g

Northwood Deaconess Health Center (NDHC) will close its Binford clinic in December, with its last day of operation on Tuesday, Dec.9. “We understand this change may be difficult. It was a decision made after careful consideration,” said NDHC CEO Brock Sherva. “It has been our privilege to serve the Binford community.” NDHC will continue to work with Binford patients to transition their care to one of its other clinic locations or another provider of choice. “Our goal is

Northwood Deaconess Health Center (NDHC) is adjusting its Binford , N.D. satellite clinic services to one day per wee k on Tuesdays, beginning Oct. 21 , with a permanent closing of the clinic expected by the end of the year. The clinic currently offers family practice care and limited lab services. "This was a very difficult decision that came after extensive review and careful consideration," said NDHC CEO Brock Sherva. "In today's rural health landscape, we need to be ef

NDHC is launching a new quality improvement effort designed to strengthen preventative health and wellness in our communities. Through this initiative, trained staff members will contact patients by phone to assist with scheduling important preventative services, such as routine check-ups and health screenings. All calls will come from this phone number: 701-291-8770 This program is not a solicitation or a scam. It is a trusted, no-cost service provided by NDHC to support pat

NDHC will host a free community seminar at 6 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 29 for individuals approaching age 65 or older. Medicare 101 is an...

Northwood Deaconess Health Center (NDHC) is pleased to announce the recipients of its 2025 scholarship awards, aimed at supporting...

Complete the survey by June 30! Northwood Deaconess Health Center (NDHC), in collaboration with Grand Forks Public Health, is gathering...

Northwood Deaconess Health Center (NDHC) invites individuals impacted by diabetes to an educational class from 1 – 3 p.m. Monday, May 12...