Latest News and Information from Montana

Providence Montana - HealthBreak - Neck Pain
2/17/2026
Providence Montana - HealthBreak - Neck Pain Around 30 to 50 percent of Americans will have an episode of neck pain, but many resolve without treatment. Physician Assistant Amy Tangedahl from Provide
Providence Montana - HealthBreak - Integrative Medicine
2/17/2026
Providence Montana - HealthBreak - Integrative Medicine Many members of our Montana community are looking for medical care that combines mainstream approaches with scientifically proven complementary
Providence Montana - HealthBreak - Men’s Health Specialist
2/17/2026
Providence Montana - HealthBreak - Men’s Health Specialist Sometimes as men age, they need a physician familiar with the changes their bodies go through. Dr. Jason Johnson from Providence St. Joseph
Providence Montana - HealthBreak - Heart Expo 2026
2/16/2026
Providence Montana - HealthBreak - Heart Expo 2026 Providence Heart Institute at Providence St. Patrick Hospital is proud to host their annual Heart Expo, Saturday, Feb 28 starting at 7am. Cardiology
Heart-health goals: Start small and keep progressing
2/10/2026
Daniel Spoon, M.D., Providence cardiologist and physician leader, encourages working toward 30 minutes of exercise most days, along with a diet of lean protein and healthy fats.
Providence Montana - HealthBreak - Clinical Environmental Stewardship
1/27/2026
Providence Montana - HealthBreak - Clinical Environmental Stewardship Providence St. Patrick Hospital has long been one of the national leaders in recognizing that good healthcare also cares for the
Providence Montana - HealthBreak - ACL Reconstruction
1/27/2026
Providence Montana - HealthBreak - ACL Reconstruction Young athletes are at the highest risk for an anterior cruciate ligament injury when jumping, cutting, or twisting as they run. Dr. Matthew Ander
Providence Montana - HealthBreak - Menopause
12/16/2025
Providence Montana - HealthBreak - Menopause Five of the main symptoms of menopause are depression, hot flashes, sleep disturbances, weight gain, and brain fog. But Dr. Kelly Bagnell from Providence
Providence Montana - HealthBreak - Professional Development
12/16/2025
Providence Montana - HealthBreak - Professional Development One priority for the Providence health care system is professional development for its caregivers. Chief Nursing Officer Krissy Petersen de
Providence Montana - HealthBreak - Medicare Wellness Exams
12/16/2025
Providence Montana - HealthBreak - Medicare Wellness Exams Everyone with Medicare Part B is eligible for a completely free Wellness Visit every year. Family Nurse Practitioner Penny Starkel from Prov
Providence Montana - HealthBreak - Protein for Healing
12/16/2025
Providence Montana - HealthBreak - Protein for Healing A person’s diet plays a significant role in their recovery from an illness or a surgery. Clinical Dietitian Elaina Virostko from Providence St.
Providence Montana - HealthBreak - Outpatient Respiratory Therapy
12/16/2025
Providence Montana - HealthBreak - Outpatient Respiratory Therapy Many heart and lung conditions can cause severe breathing problems. At Providence St. Joseph Medical Center in Polson, Tyler Trudeau
Providence and University of Montana partner in transformative research initiative to advance rural health care
11/17/2025
Providence St. Patrick Hospital: Culture of top-quality care leads to high marks from patients and CMS
11/17/2025
Providence and University of Montana partner in transformative research initiative to advance rural health care
11/17/2025
Providence and the University of Montana are launching RESOLVE, a pioneering rural health collaborative to improve access and outcomes in rural and indigenous health care.
Providence Montana - HealthBreak - New General & Trauma Surgeon
11/11/2025
Providence Montana - HealthBreak - New General & Trauma Surgeon There are many specialties within the field of surgery, but one of the most extensive areas is general surgery. Dr. Riley Grogan, a new
Providence Montana - HealthBreak - New Rural Health Clinic
11/11/2025
Providence Montana - HealthBreak - New Rural Health Clinic Nearly 30% of people in the region around Polson are not accessing any type of primary healthcare provider. To help with the shortages, Prov
Providence Montana - HealthBreak - St. Patrick House
11/11/2025
Providence Montana - HealthBreak - St. Patrick House For over 25 years, Saint Patrick House has provided short-term lodging for patients or their family members traveling to Missoula for medical care
Providence Montana - HealthBreak - Financial Counseling & Open Enrollment at St. Joseph
11/11/2025
Providence Montana - HealthBreak - Financial Counseling & Open Enrollment at St. Joseph When people have questions about their hospital bills or need help paying, Providence St. Joseph Medical Center
Providence Montana - HealthBreak - School Avoidance
11/11/2025
Providence Montana - HealthBreak - School Avoidance When children and adolescents confront mental health challenges, one sign is that they often start avoiding school. Adult and Pediatric Psychiatris
Providence St. Patrick Hospital: Culture of top-quality care leads to high marks from patients and CMS
11/5/2025
Providence St. Patrick Hospital stands as a beacon of health care excellence in Montana.
Providence Montana - HealthBreak - Assisted Living at St. Joseph
10/31/2025
Providence Montana - HealthBreak - Assisted Living at St. Joseph Among the many services provided by Providence St. Joseph Medical Center in Polson is an Assisted Living Facility. Certified Nursing A
Providence Montana - HealthBreak - Foundation Accomplishments in 2025
10/31/2025
Providence Montana - HealthBreak - Foundation Accomplishments in 2025 The Providence Montana Health Foundation ensures world-class healthcare is available to all patients in Western Montana, and it d
Providence Montana - HealthBreak - New Safety & Security Measures
10/15/2025
Providence Montana - HealthBreak - New Safety & Security Measures Dean Chrestenson Montana Area Security Manager Providence The Safety and Security Department at Providence is always working to kee
Providence Montana - HealthBreak - Quality & Safety Awards 2025
10/15/2025
Providence Montana - HealthBreak - Quality & Safety Awards 2025 Pam Estill, MSN, RN, CPHQ Director of Quality & Safety Providence To measure the quality of care and patient safety in hospitals nati
Dr. Dan Spoon selected as Chief Medical Officer for Providence Montana
Providence St. Patrick Hospital named #1 in Montana, again!
8/14/2025
Providence St. Patrick Hospital awarded 5-star rating from CMS 8 years in a row
8/14/2025
Providence St. Patrick Hospital earns national AHA recognition for quality cardiac and stroke care
8/11/2025
Providence Montana - HealthBreak - Family Medicine- Wellcare and Immunizations
7/23/2025
Providence Montana - HealthBreak - Family Medicine- Wellcare and Immunizations Many people undervalue their doctors and family nurse practitioners by thinking of them only when sick. Family Nurse Pra