By Emily Gedde The odds of a Rainy Lake Medical Center (RLMC) executive surviving a cardiac arrest event in August were stacked against him. But because of the skill and quick response from hospital staff, Brian Rauzi not only survived,…
Rainy Lake Medical Center, or RLMC, last week received the Community Benefit Award at the annual Minnesota Hospital Association, or MHA, fall awards luncheon in Brainerd. RLMC’s Healthcare Explorations Class, developed in partnership with Independent School District No. 361, was…
A local couple’s career dreams are coming true as they prepare to serve the community that helped raise them. Chris Little, MD and Katie (West) Little, PT, DPT, are two of Rainy Lake Medical Center’s newest employees, both bringing critical…
By Sydney Bruess, MS, OTR/L, CLC During the last few weeks of pregnancy, you’re likely overwhelmed with different thoughts about a birth plan, baby names, sleeping arrangements and how your baby is getting fed. While the phrase “fed is best,”…
By Krista Wagner, OTR/L Self-care is all about taking steps to care for your physical, mental, and emotional health. It’s crucial for everyone, and here’s why: · Reduces Stress: Taking time for yourself can lower stress levels. Simple activities like…
By Hannah Junker, MS, CCC-SLP Vocal hygiene is a daily regimen of good habits to maintain the health of your vocal folds. These include eliminating behaviors or situations that place unnecessary wear and tear on your voice and using common…
By Maria Clark, MS, CCC-SLP RLMC Speech Therapist Language development is one of the most important skill a child learns, and the best way for them to do this is through play. When children play with other children and adults,…
Headwaters High-Value Network to develop clinically integrated network and shared business services to enhance and sustain healthcare in rural communities Rainy Lake Medical Center officials this week announced the organization is one of 19 rural hospitals in Minnesota launching a…
A recent trip to Singapore left a Rainy Lake Medical Center leader feeling motivated and inspired. Kim Usery, the director of the RLMC laboratory, visited Singapore earlier this month for the Rotary International Convention. Usery, who has been a Rotarian…