Riverwood Healthcare Center welcomes Dr. Melissa Herbranson, family physician, to its medical staff, which now totals11 physicians, six nurse practitioners, one physician assistant, and one nurse midwife who deliver primary care in Aitkin, Garrison and McGregor. She will practice primarily in Aitkin. “We are excited to welcome Dr. Herbranson with her passion for delivering rural […]

Recommendations from the American Cancer Society for breast cancer screenings have changed per these guidelines: Women ages 40 to 44 should have the choice to start annual breast cancer screening with mammograms if they wish to do so. Women ages 45 to 54 should get mammograms every year. Women age 55 and older should switch […]

Influenza or “flu” is a serious contagious disease that kills thousands every year and is the most frequent cause of death from a vaccine preventable disease in the United States. Minnesota influenza outbreaks typically occur between December through April. Antibodies develop about 2 weeks after getting the vaccine, but drops in the elderly and those […]

Riverwood Healthcare Center has compiled a new community health needs assessment report on the health of Aitkin County, gathering community input from local health and wellness organizations. The 2016 Community Health Needs Assessment report, available for viewing and downloading at https://riverwoodhealthcare.org/about-us/, outlines community health needs for Aitkin County based on primary and secondary data sources. […]

Are you or someone you know suffering from heartburn or reflux disease? If so, there’s good news about the treatment options available locally. Learn more at a Reflux and Heartburn Solutions program on Wed., Oct. 19, 12:00 to 1:00 p.m. at Riverwood Healthcare Center in Aitkin. Hear from Dr. Shawn Roberts, reflux specialist with the […]

Nurse Practitioner Jan Hegman at Riverwood Healthcare Center has moved into a new role as oncology care coordinator, working closely with Dr. Antonio Fontelonga, oncologist, who sees patients weekly at Riverwood’s specialty clinic in Aitkin. In this role, Hegman will serve as an advocate and patient educator, offering one-to-one support from the time of diagnosis […]

October is Breast cancer awareness month. One in eight women develops breast cancer! Most women who get the disease have no family history. Breast cancer risk increases with age so that’s why annual screening is recommended by the American Cancer Society for those 40 and older, or earlier for those who may have other risk […]

Giving back to help others is what makes a community a great place to live and work. Recently, Jodie and Scott Johnson, owners of The Office Shop in Aitkin and Brainerd, encountered several individuals who impressed them with their generous donations to the Zachary Johnson Kids with Cancer Fund. At the Aug. 20 “Make It […]

As part of its ongoing commitment to wellness programming for improving health, Riverwood Healthcare Center will begin participating in the Farm2Riverwood program in September. On Sept. 15, Riverwood Food Service staff will serve a special Farm Fresh meal, fajitas (with chicken from Willowsedge Farm) on a whole grain tortilla and Honey Crisp apples (from Gilby’s […]

Riverwood Healthcare Center welcomes Dr. Erik Bostrom, family physician, to its medical staff with nine physicians, seven nurse practitioners, one physician assistant, and one nurse midwife who deliver primary care in Aitkin, Garrison and McGregor. He will practice primarily in Aitkin. “Dr. Bostrom is a perfect fit for our family medical team with his strong […]

Did you know that family history, sedentary lifestyle or questionable meal planning can all put you at risk for diabetes? If your healthcare provider has expressed concern about weight gain or an increase in your blood glucose (sugar) level, that’s another sign that you may be heading toward a diabetes diagnosis. The good news is […]

Are the stresses of the day causing endless worry or feelings of confusion and powerlessness? Curious about learning new tools for relaxing and coping in this unpredictable world? A 4-week Mindfulness training, “Stabilizing the Mind”, can help restore peace of mind. It will be offered by Riverwood Healthcare Center on Thursdays, 9 to 11 a.m., […]

Enjoy an evening of fine dining with a “Back to the 50s” theme and live band, all to support health and healing in Aitkin and surrounding communities. Join Riverwood Healthcare for its annual Riverwood Gala on Saturday, September 17, at the 40 Club Convention Center in Aitkin. This event, which begins at 5:30 p.m., will […]

Hip, knee or shoulder pain can interfere with enjoyment of life.  Find out how to get back to pain-free living. Learn about proven non-surgical and surgical solutions for shoulder, hip or knee pain caused by osteoarthritis or injuries that may be caused by sports or other strenuous activities. On Tues., Sept. 20, from 12 to […]

Seventy percent of Americans say they would prefer to die at home, but nearly 70 percent die in hospitals and institutions. Ninety percent of Americans know they should have conversations about end-of-life care, yet only 30 percent have done so. To address this issue, Cuyuna Regional Medical Center and Riverwood Healthcare Center are partnering to […]