Montrose Regional Health

Hear from Dr. Mary Vader - Pediatrician at Pediatric Associates and hospital Board Chair - discuss her work as a Hospital Chaplain. The primary role of the Chaplain is to provide spiritual guidance and care to patients and their families. Why did you choose to become a Chaplain? I think my interest in chaplaincy began when I was a first responder as a medic on the Wichita Falls Fire Department in college. As any first responder will tell you - we see things we will never unsee. That goes for my child abuse practice as well. The fire department had peer counselors as does ours here in Montrose. Law enforcement agencies do as well. I think my interest in the chaplaincy program grew out of these, at least for me. I also knew it was something I could do as I entered the autumn of my Pediatric career. Fortunately, I found a Clinical Pastoral Education program that offered the 4-year degree close by in Grand Junction. What is the most rewarding aspect of being a Chaplain? I think the most rewarding part is the opportunity to bring a little bit of comfort to someone in crisis. Do you visit with patients and families of all faiths? I do visit patients and families of all faiths and those who may not have a faith or church of worship. My first patient at MRH was Buddhist! If patients are interested in utilizing your Chaplain services, how can they request to meet with you? The best way to request Chaplain services is to speak with your nurse.

Join us in celebrating Breast Cancer Awareness Month! This month, we help women take a proactive approach with their breast health and bring awareness about the disease. Please visit tinyurl.com/5ab43nxz for more information about the services we offer. Our Women’s Health Navigator is here to help you overcome many hurdles that may arise when scheduling a visit with your Primary Care Provider and receiving routine Breast and Cervical Cancer Screenings. Please visit https://lnkd.in/gKp5yyqq or call (970) 252-2893

Join us in celebrating World Heart Day! Today is meant to bring awareness to cardiovascular disease and strokes, worldwide. To learn more about World Heart Day, please visit tinyurl.com/2z5ee7ky Our cardiology department is here to help you with heart health experts and the latest technology. You want the best for your family. Montrose Regional Health’s Cardiology experts are dedicated to delivering the critical response you need with the latest technology. Montrose Regional Health has been named by U.S. News & World Report to its 2024-2025 Best Hospitals list as a High Performing hospital for Heart Attack and Patient Experience.

Several caregivers from Montrose Regional Health attended this year’s BeaconFest! This was a fantastic opportunity for the community to connect with our dedicated team, learn about health resources, and discover how we can support you in living your best life after 50.

Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS) is a chronic condition that commonly affects one limb (arm, leg, hand, or foot). CRPS is a broad term that covers long-lasting pain and inflammation that can happen after an injury or medical event, such as surgery, trauma, stroke, or heart attack. Rehabilitation including occupational and physical therapy is often used as treatment for CRPS. For more information, contact Mountain View Therapy at (970) 249-7369.

Exciting news! The MRH Lobby Grille has received a stunning makeover! We can’t wait for the finishing touches that include our new artwork and TVs to complete the look. Come check out the refreshed space with our friendly caregivers and delectable meals.

Join us in celebrating National Rehabilition Awareness Week! This week recognizes all of the outstanding Rehabilitation professionals and their services that they provide. We are grateful for your compassion, patience and understanding that you provide to make a difference in our communities!

Join us on Saturday, October 5 for a Meet & Greet at The Covered Bridge Ranch! Meet your Musculoskeletal Health Team including Spine, Pain and Orthopaedics! There will be free pumpkins to the first 200 people to visit our booth. *To participate in pumpkin giveaway, participants will need to pay admission cost to enter.

September is Prostate Cancer Awareness Month which is meant to bring awareness to prostate cancer and prostate health. Prostate cancer is the most common cancer among men. Effective screening tests can detect prostate cancer early, when treatment works best. Speak to your provider to learn more about cancer screenings today.

Throwback Thursday to warmer weather as the temperature is cooling off! Thank you to everyone that joined us at our Ice Cream Social at the Mountain View Therapy Pediatric Rehabilitation Center! Our Ice Cream Social is an annual event that celebrates our MVT Pediatric Rehabilitation families and shows appreciation for RiteCare, which has helped hundreds of children in our community receive rehabilitation services. Thank you, Scottish Rite Foundation of Colorado, for increasing access to MVT therapy services!