Gundersen Health System

There's a high demand of mental health services in western Wisconsin, and Gundersen responded to these critical community needs by adding new inpatient beds to the La Crosse hospital's Behavioral Health Unit -- all designed with elements of healing and tranquility with input from former patients and their families. Learn more about the new spaces here: https://ow.ly/8Wsy50TLfTa #MentalHealth #HealthCare #CommunityHealth Gundersen Medical Foundation

We're so excited to welcome Bob Pepper, too! His emphasis on trust and empathy is one of the many reasons we know he's a great fit in our organization.

A healthier environment for a healthier community 💙 We're excited to celebrate that earlier this summer, the Gundersen Elroy Clinic achieved its goal of net zero energy use! Learn more about it here: https://ow.ly/2RuZ50TqeCi #RenewableEnergy #Sustaintability #SolarEnergy Emplify Health, Bellin Health

“My heart stopped,” Don Iverson said. 90% of cardiac arrests that happen outside of the hospital are fatal according to the Sudden Cardiac Arrest Foundation. Under the leadership of Dr. Warangkana Chokesuwattanaskul, our Priority One (P1) Heart Attack Program has saved countless lives by ensuring patients receive timely and effective treatment. Our dedicated cardiologists, catheterization lab staff, and our entire heart care team work tirelessly 24/7 to make this possible. Check out Don's story and how he was reunited with his provider after award-winning program saves his life! https://ow.ly/9ej550ThVM6

✨Special Outside the Exam Room episode alert✨ Today Dr. Dolan sits down with Heather Schimmers, Gundersen region president, to talk all about how Gundersen and Bellin Health are becoming Emplify Health. Check it out!

🌟 Children's Miracle Network Hospital heroes had an unforgettable day on the basketball court, teaming up with La Crosse Central High School alumni and NBA and college stars. And it wasn't just about basketball – siblings joined in too, making it a family affair! 🏀❤️ "We had 19 kiddos, both heroes and their siblings. It's a really great chance for the siblings to get involved, too. Especially a lot of times when we're talking about the complex medical conditions these kids are dealing with. We love to get the whole family together and this is a great chance to do that," said Hospital Specialist Ashley Zivrowski. https://ow.ly/uIlz50SQjnI  #Community #FamilyFun #BasketballClinic #HeroesAmongUs Emplify Health

🎉 National Sister's Day was on Sunday, and Gundersen is celebrating with a heartwarming story: Meet the sister duo, Daysha Elsen and Krista Landt, who bring their shared passion for caregiving to oncology nursing. Daysha, a dedicated RN since 2021, and her sister Krista, a passionate nurse intern, are making a difference together in the Gundersen infusion department. "I admire the person that she is, as well as the type of nurse she is. ... She's compassionate, she's empathetic, and her patients adore her for it," says Krista of her sister. Read the story here: https://ow.ly/cxxk50SSoOk #NationalSistersDay #OncologyNursing #Teamwork

For over 25 year, Dr. Kim Lansing has been more than a doctor for one local family -- she "feels like part of the family." From welcoming new babies to supporting them through health ups and downs, she's cared for FIVE generations of the Brown family. "It's truly full circle to care for Scott and his kids and then see those kids grow up and now have children of their own. It's amazing," says Dr. Lansing. Check out this heart-warming story here ⬇️ https://ow.ly/zUoW50SIBNv #CommunityHealth #FamilyCare

🎗️ Every day, 57 people hear the words "you have breast cancer." It could be us or someone we love. But there's hope! Dr. Paraic Kenny and his team at Kabara Cancer Institute are working tirelessly, using our local Bio Bank with over 114,000 samples to find better treatments. 🧬 Want to help? Join the Steppin' Out In Pink walk this September! Learn more and sign up to support life-saving research. Together, we can make a difference! 💪 Read more: https://ow.ly/wtLp50Sz7l1 Emplify Health 💕 #CancerResearch #SteppinOutInPink #LaCrosseCommunity

It's complete, it's fun and it's beautiful! 💙 Stop by and check it out, snap a photo 📸 and share it with your world!🌎 #LovePlusMedicine