Proposed changes to the Eastern Rio Blanco County Health Service District’s service plan would clarify provisions for board member compensation and operations outside Rio Blanco County, the Pioneers Medical Center board learned during its September meeting. The proposed changes would clarify that board members may receive compensation within state law[Read More…]
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PMC awarded $1.2 million in Rural Health Transformation funds
PRESS RELEASE Special to the HT Pioneers Medical Center (PMC) has been awarded $1,204,379 through Colorado’s Rural Health Transformation Program (RHTP) to expand after-hours prescription access, modernize pharmacy services and strengthen telehealth and remote patient monitoring for residents of Rio Blanco County and surrounding communities. The funding is part of[Read More…]
HEALTHY LIVING WITH PMC – Looking out for one another
EDITOR’S NOTE: This column is part of a paid partnership with Pioneers Medical Center. PMC provides the column, and we’re labeling it clearly so readers know what it is. The sponsorship helps support the Herald Times, but does not affect our independent news coverage or editorial decisions. We are excited[Read More…]
Pioneers Medical Center Board Appoints Hannah as CEO
During a special meeting Sept. 3, the Pioneers Medical Center Board of Directors appointed Steve Hannah as chief executive officer. Hannah had served as interim CEO since late January 2026. The board also approved two provider agreements to move forward for final negotiation and completion.
HEALTHY LIVING WITH PMC – Connecting performance and counseling
EDITOR’S NOTE: This column is part of a paid partnership with Pioneers Medical Center. PMC provides the column, and we’re labeling it clearly so readers know what it is. The sponsorship helps support the Herald Times, but does not affect our independent news coverage or editorial decisions. We are excited[Read More…]
PMC earns transparency badge from The Leapfrog Group
Special to the HT Pioneers Medical Center has earned the Leapfrog Full Transparency Badge, recognizing the hospital’s commitment to publicly reporting information about patient safety and quality through the annual Leapfrog Hospital Survey. The Full Transparency Badge is awarded to hospitals that complete, affirm and submit all sections of the[Read More…]
PMC Board names Hannah finalist for permanent CEO
The Pioneers Medical Center Board named interim CEO Steve Hannah a finalist for the permanent CEO position following an executive session at its August meeting.Board President Mark Schryver moved to name Hannah a finalist, subject to his acceptance of the compensation package discussed in executive session. Vice President Regas Halandras[Read More…]
HEALTHY LIVING WITH PMC – Is your joint pain normal aging, or osteoarthritis?
Special to the HTEDITOR’S NOTE: This column is part of a paid partnership with Pioneers Medical Center. PMC provides the column, and we’re labeling it clearly so readers know what it is. The sponsorship helps support the Herald Times, but does not affect our independent news coverage or editorial decisions.[Read More…]
After nearly 29 years, Rholl leaves a legacy at PMC
Special to the HT After nearly 29 years of service, Cindy Rholl has retired from Pioneers Medical Center, leaving behind a legacy of hard work, kindness and commitment to the organization and community it serves. Cindy’s journey at Pioneers began with a simple goal: providing for her three young children[Read More…]
Finances, pharmacy, staffing discussed by PMC board
MEEKER | Last week, the Eastern Rio Blanco County Health Service District’s Pioneers Medical Center Board held its regular July meeting, marking the first meeting under its new schedule. The board will now meet on the third Tuesday of each month instead of the fourth Tuesday. Meetings begin at 9:30[Read More…]
PMC trauma manager honored by CDPHE, selected for committee
Special to the HT MEEKER | “I am incredibly humbled by these recognitions because they represent so much more than an award or a title—they represent the people and the community I care so deeply about,” said Pioneers Medical Center Trauma Program Manager Anita Ruder, who recently received the Colorado[Read More…]
Pioneers board reports strong finances, approves governance changes
MEEKER | The Eastern Rio Blanco Health Service District Board and Pioneers Medical Center Board met last week at Pioneers Medical Center, 315 Sixth St., to discuss the hospital’s financial performance, technology investments, staffing and governance. Vice President Regas Halandras, Secretary/Treasurer Sherri Halandras and board members Wade Bradfield, Jean Gianinetti,[Read More…]