Tag: Pioneers Medical Center

Eastern Rio Blanco County Health Service District swears in new board members; discusses meeting times, legal concerns

MEEKER | The Eastern Rio Blanco County Health Service District Pioneers Medical Board held its regular monthly meeting last week, beginning with a closed-door financial discussion before opening the doors to the public. The meeting began with the swearing in of two new board members, Jean Gianinetti and Sherri Halandras,[Read More…]

Q&A for hospital board candidates

RBC | In the previous weeks we have published Q&As with candidates for the recreation district board and the fire district board. This week we’re sharing the interviews with candidates for the hospital board. Here are the questions asked of the candidates: 1. Have you served on a hospital or healthcare[Read More…]

GUEST COLUMN: An update from PMC

MEEKER | Amid a challenging landscape for healthcare funding throughout Colorado, Pioneers Medical Center (PMC) emphasizes its dedication to the local community while providing an update on its financial outlook.   Like many hospitals nationwide, PMC has faced hard decisions, but it has made strategic choices over the past few years[Read More…]

An update from Pioneers Medical Center

MEEKER | This year, the legislative season has posed significant challenges for numerous rural facilities, including Pioneers Medical Center (PMC), which has felt the impact of State and Federal lawmakers making healthcare increasingly difficult.  Government funding for healthcare continues to tighten, and we’ve been actively working to maintain our position[Read More…]

PMC board hears from staff, public

MEEKER |  The Eastern Rio Blanco County Health Service District board held its monthly meeting last week in the boardroom at Pioneers Medical Center. All board members were present, joined by a room filled with community members.  Before the public comment period, board members shared updates. Member Kim Tedford noted[Read More…]

Stepping On: Preventing falls and improving lives

MEEKER | Pioneers Medical Center’s Stepping On program recently concluded its first fall prevention class of the year with great success! Falls pose a serious risk for older adults, impacting 1 in 4 seniors annually. Thankfully, falls can be prevented, and Stepping On is a proven initiative that reduces falls[Read More…]

GUEST COLUMN: Pioneers Medical Center

As a pillar of our community, the Eastern Rio Blanco Health Service District is resolutely dedicated to providing outstanding healthcare and promoting economic vitality. We are grateful for the opportunity to address concerns and highlight our initiatives aimed at adapting to the changing needs of our patients and residents.  At[Read More…]