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Trinity Health is pleased to welcome Dr. Nordquist who provides surgical and nonsurgical treatment for foot and ankle disorders. He performs total ankle replacements and fusions, rearfoot and ankle reconstructive surgery, foot and ankle fracture care, diabetic wound care, peripheral nerve surgery and general podiatric care. Born in Tofield, Alberta, Canada, he moved to Minot during his teenage years and graduated from Minot High School. He received bachelor degrees from Brigham Young University and Rosalind Franklin University, along with a Master of Science in Health Administration and Doctor of Podiatric Medicine from Rosalind Franklin University in North Chicago.

Dr. Nordquist completed his DPM residency at OSF Saint Anthony Medical Center in Rockford, IL, with an added credential in rearfoot/ankle reconstruction. He completed a reconstructive rearfoot and ankle surgery fellowship at the Northwest Illinois Foot and Ankle Fellowship with emphasis in Charcot reconstruction, Illizarov external fixation, total ankle replacement and peripheral nerve repair.

Dr. Nordquist is thrilled to be back in Minot and enjoys spending time with his family, hunting, hiking, winter activities and cycling. He enjoys learning languages and speaks fluent French.

Learn more: https://www.trinityhealth.org/providers/thomas-nordquist/

Stay sun smart all summer long! 🧴

🌞Limit time in direct sunlight, especially during peak hours.
🌞Stay hydrated with plenty of water.
🌞Wear lightweight, light-colored clothing and a wide-brimmed hat.
🌞Use umbrellas or seek shade to avoid prolonged exposure.

Learn More: https://www.trinityhealth.org/sun-safety-protection-from-uv-rays/

🚗 Road Safety: If your summer plans involve road trips, make sure your vehicle is in good condition, and always follow traffic laws. Take breaks to avoid driver fatigue, and never drink and drive.

Calling all parents with kids of babysitting age (11 and older)! Ensure their safety with Safe Sitter®. Our next session is on July 18, featuring medically-accurate training endorsed by the American Academy of Pediatrics and the American Heart Association. The $60 fee covers materials and food. 𝙎𝙚𝙘𝙪𝙧𝙚 𝙩𝙝𝙚𝙞𝙧 𝙨𝙥𝙤𝙩 𝙩𝙤𝙙𝙖𝙮—𝙘𝙖𝙡𝙡 857-5643 𝙩𝙤 𝙧𝙚𝙜𝙞𝙨𝙩𝙚𝙧!

Step out comfortably and safely! 👟👠
Choose shoes appropriate for the terrain and activities.
Ensure shoes fit well to prevent blisters or foot injuries.
Avoid open-toe shoes in crowded or uneven environments.
Consider comfort and support for long periods of standing or walking.

Calling all caregivers and stroke survivors! Trinity Health hosts a Stroke Support Group every third Wednesday at Trinity Health Riverside Education Center Auditorium, Minot. It's a safe space to share experiences and gain valuable support. Join us! For more details, call (701) 418-8518.

Trinity Health is pleased to welcome neurosurgeon Wonhong David Min, MD, to our medical staff. Dr. Min is board certified in neurological surgery and fellowship trained in spinal surgery. He brings more than 20 years of experience providing surgical care to people with brain and spinal disorders due to disease or trauma.

Originally from Houston, TX, Dr. Min earned his medical degree from the University of Oklahoma College of Medicine remained there to complete his internship and neurological surgery residency. He went on to complete a year-long fellowship in spinal surgery at Indianapolis Neurosurgery Group in Indiana.

Since then he has provided neurosurgical care to patients at centers in Oklahoma, Utah and Wisconsin, utilizing minimally invasive and image-guided approaches to neurological surgery. Most recently he served as Chair of Neurosciences at Ascension Columbia St. Mary’s in Milwaukee, WI.

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Call 701-857-5082 to learn about Trinity Home Health's expert care within a 45-mile radius of Minot. Our comprehensive services include skilled nursing, therapy, and compassionate support available 24/7.

Amber Rice, DNP, FNP-BC supports patients at Trinity Health by collaborating with Trinity Health primary care providers to offer preventive care services. Rice plays a critical role in expanding access to patients so they can stay on top of their preventive care appointments like Medicare Annual Wellness Visits.
Learn More:

Trinity Health Offers New Service Called Well Care - Trinity Health Trinity Health offers a new service called well care to patients 65 and older that are needing to complete their Annual Wellness Visit.

Happy 4th of July!

Join us in celebrating responsibly with our Fireworks Safety Tips: https://www.trinityhealth.org/fireworks-safety/

The safest way to enjoy fireworks is to attend a public firework show put on by professionals, at least 500 feet away from the show.
If you are setting fireworks off at home, follow these steps to help keep your community safe:
• Choose a location away from buildings and trees.
• Never give fireworks to small children, and never throw or point a firework toward people, animals, vehicles, structures or flammable materials. Always follow the instructions on the packaging.
• Be sure your spectators, including children and pets, stay well back.
• Keep a supply of water or fire extinguisher at hand. IF you live in an area that’s experiencing a drought, consider canceling the show this year-a stray spark that lands on dry grass or leaves can lead to a wildfire.
• Make sure the person lighting fireworks always wears eye protection.
• Light only one firework at a time and never attempt to relight “a dud.”
• Store fireworks in a cool, dry place away from children and pets.

Learn More: https://www.trinityhealth.org/summer-safety-tips/

Sugandha Kumar Nagarajan, MD

Trinity Health is pleased to welcome board-certified physician Sugandha Kumar S. Nagarajan, MD, (“Dr. Kumar”) to our family medicine team. Dr. Kumar sees patients of all ages and provides a broad range of acute, chronic and preventative care services, including diagnosing and treating illness, routine checkups and healthy lifestyle management. A graduate of SUNY’s Stony Brook University, Dr. Kumar earned his Doctor of Medicine degree from Ross University School of Medicine. He completed his family medicine residency at UND School of Medicine’s Northwest Campus in Minot. Following residency, he pursued a fellowship in Clinical Informatics at HonorHealth, Phoenix, AZ, where he received training in the use of information technology to improve patient outcomes. A member of the American Academy of Family Physicians, Dr. Kumar is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

Learn more: https://www.trinityhealth.org/providers/sugandha-kumar-nagarajan/

Fireworks Safety Reminder:
🎆Celebrate responsibly! 🎆
Always follow local laws, keep a safe distance, and never aim fireworks at people or property. Have a designated adult handle ignition, and keep a bucket of water nearby for emergencies. Keep the festivities joyful and accident-free!

From attending the Pride of Dakota Showcase to an unexpected journey of love and courage. Meet Clayton and Jania "Nia", whose trip to Minot turned into a two-month stay after their baby Kaidence arrived three months early. Discover their heartfelt story of resilience and the incredible support they found at Trinity Health.
Read more about their journey through unexpected beginnings and finding a home away from home in Minot HERE: https://www.trinityhealth.org/fargo-couple-finds-home-at-trinity-after-babys-early-arrival/

Being stationed next door to Scandinavian Heritage Park has its perks! Our First Response Ground team enjoyed being part of the Midsummer bonfire festivities, celebrating community spirit and safety together. 🔥🌲🚑

Call Trinity Home Health and Hospice at 701-857-5082 to learn the truth about hospice care. There are myths to dispel, and we're here to provide specialized support for patients facing terminal illnesses and their families!

Minot Public Schools ESL students had a blast at Trinity Health Hospital's hands-on event! The kids enjoyed exciting activities with our dedicated staff, including lab, surgery, nutrition services, exercise physiology, helicopter tours with the First Response Air flight crew and First Response Ground ambulance tours. Inspiring future health heroes one adventure at a time! 🚁💉🏥

Tag fellow riders and hit the road safely!
1. Wear gear for protection.
2. Stay hydrated.
3. Take regular breaks.
4. Watch for road condition changes.
5. Stay visible to other motorists.
6. Maintain your bike regularly.
7. Be alert and focused.
8. Protect yourself from the sun.
9. Stay mindful of heat exhaustion symptoms.
10. Check your tires before riding.
11. Watch out for wildlife.
12. Be prepared for sudden storms.

Trinity Health is very pleased to welcome Colin MacColl, MD, to our general surgery team. Dr. MacColl is board-certified with over 30 years of surgical experience. He’s knowledgeable in all aspects of general surgery, with strong clinical interests in breast and bariatric surgery.

A Saskatchewan native, Dr. MacColl’s surgical interest was inspired by his mother, a nurse with a fly-in clinic that served multiple rural communities in northern Saskatchewan. Occasionally she needed to bring patients into their home to provide stabilizing care, including surgical procedures.

After earning his medical degree from the University of Saskatchewan – graduating with distinction, he completed a four-year general surgery residency at the University of Calgary, followed by a laparoscopic surgery fellowship at McGill University in Montreal. Later, he completed his fellowship in laparoscopic bariatric (weight loss) surgery at Tufts University, Boston.

Dr. MacColl has practiced in Canada and the US. He was on the general surgery staff of Altru Health System in Grand Forks from 1999 to 2009. Prior to joining Trinity Health, he had a 15-year association with Peacehealth in Eugene, OR, where he established and directed the hospital’s bariatric surgery program.

Dr. MacColl is a fellow of the American College of Surgeons and Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons. He’s a member of the Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons and the American Society for Metabolic & Bariatric Surgery. He also serves as Associate Clinical Profession of Surgery with the UND School of Medicine and Health Sciences.

Learn More: https://www.trinityhealth.org/providers/colin-maccoll/

On this Longest Day, we're privileged to share Monica Padgett's touching story.: "My father, who is diagnosed with late-stage Alzheimer’s type Dementia, was admitted to Trinity Hospital in November of 2023. I was nervous about the admission because he had previously lived at my home in Minot and had recently started experiencing personality changes and aggressive behavior changes. From the moment the ambulance picked him up to the moment he was discharged my father was treated like Trinity family. Employees were kind, joked around with him and played games. He required sitters once he moved out of the ETC and to the medical floor. Each person that was in contact with him would tell me how much they enjoyed working with my dad, even when he had some difficult days. He even had sitters requesting to sit with him, due to his funny and quirky nature. Nutrition services ensured that he was brought excellent meals and snacks, Environmental Services made sure that his room was always clean and tidy and Case Management worked tirelessly to find him a place to go where he would continue to be treated as family. It was evident that education and training that staff have received through Trinity Health is utilized and individualized to each patient. I often speak about how no one can give my dad the care that I want for him, but he can always get the care that is needed for him. Trinity staff went above and beyond even what was needed and I am proud to say that I am a member of this Trinity family."
- Monica Padgett, Nurse Educator at Trinity Health

Monica's experience embodies the compassionate dedication of Trinity Health on this day dedicated to raising awareness and funds for Alzheimer's care, support and research.

“Most people would benefit from cataract surgery by the end of their lives,” Dr. Hill said, adding that by age 50, “almost everyone has some degree of cataract in their eyes.”

Learn more about cataract surgery: https://www.trinityhealth.org/cataracts-can-be-corrected/

🎓 Proudly presenting our latest Trinity Health First Response EMT graduates! 🚑 Check out our Trinity Health First Response EMS education program: https://www.trinityhealth.org/services/emergency-trauma/first-response/ems-education/ and join us in celebrating their achievement. We are immensely proud of their dedication and readiness to serve our community.

A member of our care team at Trinity Homes, Uchechukwu “Uche” Agwai, FNP-C, is a board-certified nurse practitioner specializing in geriatric care. She works with staff throughout Trinity’s nursing care facility to improve the health and well-being of residents. Originally from Queens, New York, Uche earned Bachelor of Science degrees in Psychology and Nursing from City University of New York and Concordia College of New York respectively. She went on to complete her Master of Science in Nursing from Houston Christian University in Texas. Prior to earning her master’s, she worked as an RN at hospitals in Texas, Wisconsin and New York and served as a travel nurse during the pandemic and beyond, helping hospitals manage staffing shortages. A huge advocate for dogs everywhere, Uche hopes to someday establish her own canine rescue operation.
Learn More: https://www.trinityhealth.org/providers/uche-agwai/

Join Trinity Health in celebrating our amazing CNAs! We honored their dedication with a Breakfast Burrito Bar, showcasing our gratitude for their hard work. Interested in becoming a CNA or know someone who is? 𝙏𝘼𝙂 them here! Our CNA training offers flexible schedules, benefits for 20+ hours/week, and differential pay for non-daytime shifts. Plus, the 2-4 week class prepares you for success with hands-on skills and test prep. Join our team and make a difference in healthcare! Learn more here: https://www.trinityhealth.org/trinity-health-careers/certified-nursing-assistant/

Whether you're hiking in the mountains or simply taking a stroll in the park, outdoor falls can happen when you least expect them. Here's how to reduce your risk of falls and stay safe outdoors:

🥾 Wear Proper Footwear: Choose sturdy, supportive footwear with good traction, especially for hiking or walking on uneven terrain. Proper footwear can help prevent slips and falls.

🚶‍♂️ Mind Your Step: Watch where you're walking and be cautious of obstacles like rocks, roots, or debris on the trail. Take your time, especially on unfamiliar paths or in low-light conditions.

🌲 Use Handrails: When navigating stairs, boardwalks, or steep inclines, always use handrails if available. They provide added stability and can help prevent falls.

📱 Avoid Distractions: Stay focused on your surroundings and avoid distractions like texting or listening to music while walking. Keep your attention on the path ahead to avoid tripping or stumbling.

🌄 Be Prepared: If you're hiking or exploring remote areas, carry essential supplies like water, snacks, a map, and a first-aid kit. Being prepared can help you handle emergencies more effectively and prevent accidents.

👫 Buddy System: Whenever possible, hike or explore outdoor areas with a companion. Having someone with you increases safety and provides assistance in case of accidents or injuries.

By following these tips and staying vigilant, you can enjoy all that summer has to offer while minimizing the risk of accidents and injuries outdoors. Stay safe and have fun!

Congratulations to the 11 graduates of Trinity Health's Nurse Residency Cohort 14!
Sydney Andes, BSN, RN; Post-Anesthesia Care Unit
Paolo Cabatingan, BSN, RN; Postpartum
Gracie Feist, BSN, RN; Intensive Care Unit
Hunter Fuchs, BSN, RN; Pediatrics
Noah Grant, BSN, RN; Surgical
Erin Heninger, ADN, RN; Gastroenterology
RaegAnn Humphreys, ADN, RN; Emergency and Trauma Center
Nina Nanasca, BSN, RN; Medical Floor
Brittany Ochoa, BSN, RN; Emergency and Trauma Center
Tori Rogers, ADN, RN; Pediatrics
Katherine Werner, BSN, RN; Postpartum
Their incredible projects showcase their dedication to improving patient care and workflow. As they begin their nursing careers, it's crucial to recognize the pivotal role of programs like Trinity Health's Nurse Residency in supporting their mental health and professional growth in this crucial first year. Trinity Health will continue to champion their success and foster a supportive environment for all nurses!