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Congratulations to Dr. Jeff Rentz, general surgeon and Medical Director of the Robotic Surgery Program at Intermountain Health St. Vincent Regional Hospital, on his 1,000th robotic-assisted surgery! Reflecting on the milestone, Dr. Rentz shared: "I haven't really considered it until recently. I just did one case at a time. I'm thinking about how I got to this point and all that I learned along the way." That one-case-at-a-time approach has shaped a program built on precision, preparation, and a learner's mindset — and patients are feeling the difference. The result: less pain, faster healing, and more time at home. St. Vincent is proud to be the only Center of Excellence in Robotic Surgery in Montana and Wyoming, a designation that reflects the team's commitment to measuring themselves against the best in the country. It means patients across our region can access world-class surgical care close to home, surrounded by family, familiar places, and the comfort of community. As Dr. Rentz put it: "This program was built by Montanans at St. Vincent."
Intermountain Health Park City Hospital is preparing for its largest expansion since opening. A new cancer center is scheduled to open Aug. 20, offering medical and radiation oncology services, while additional expansion plans will add emergency, surgery, and imaging capacity later this year. Hospital leaders shared that the cancer center is expected to meet about 90% of local cancer care needs on the Wasatch Back, helping reduce the need for many patients to travel for treatment. The hospital is also piloting a workforce housing program, with master-leased units and rent subsidies aimed especially at supporting lower-wage caregivers and roles that are harder to recruit and retain in Park City’s housing market. Learn more about how care—and support for caregivers—is growing in Park City.
Intermountain Health St. Mary’s Regional Hospital in Grand Junction has been redesignated as a Comprehensive Stroke Center by DNV Healthcare USA Inc., recognizing the hospital’s continued leadership in delivering advanced, lifesaving stroke care for patients across western Colorado. The Comprehensive Stroke Center designation reflects the highest level of stroke care available. It recognizes hospitals that provide rapid diagnosis and treatment for the most complex stroke cases, including advanced imaging, specialized procedures, and around-the-clock care from highly trained teams. The redesignation affirms that St. Mary’s provides the full spectrum of stroke care, from diagnosis and treatment to rehabilitation and education. “This redesignation reflects the commitment of our caregivers to provide exceptional care when every second counts,” said Bryan Johnson, market president for Intermountain Health in Western Colorado. “We are proud to serve our community with advanced stroke care that helps improve outcomes and save lives.”
Intermountain Health St. Vincent Regional Hospital has announced a $5 million gift from The Fortin Family Foundation, one of the largest philanthropic contributions in the hospital’s history. The leadership investment supports the Campaign for St. Vincent Regional Hospital to significantly expand pediatric services — through elevating eastern Montana’s only pediatric intensive care unit and enhancing neonatal and surgical care. This gift will bring more specialized care for children and families when it’s needed most.
In oncology care, access can be just as critical as treatment itself. Christina Santiago, practice manager for Intermountain Health District Medical Oncology, collaborates with physicians, nurse navigators, intake teams, and utilization partners to help patients navigate complex challenges across clinics and regions. Together, their efforts highlight the power of advocacy, collaboration, and connection in oncology care. Read the full story to see how teams are helping remove barriers when it matters most.
We are excited to support the launch of the Mindshare Leadership Council, bringing together leaders across healthcare and beyond to advance collaborative, market-based solutions. This kind of cross-sector partnership is essential to addressing today’s most pressing challenges and creating a more sustainable, effective healthcare system. We look forward to contributing to this important work.
Juneteenth reminds us of the power of hope, resilience, and community. Today we celebrate freedom, honor Black excellence, and recognize the importance of advancing health and belonging for everyone we serve.
When care starts by listening, everything else can follow. When Johnny Gilmore came to Intermountain Health, he and his wife Helen were looking for answers to challenges that were impacting his daily life. At the Intermountain La Canada Cardiology Clinic in Las Vegas, Nevada, Johnny’s care team—led by Dr. Corey Lum—took the time to listen, understand his experience, and thoughtfully adjust his care plan to better support his needs. Through ongoing care and coordination, his treatment evolved in a way that reflected both his health and his goals. For Johnny and Helen, what stood out most was the experience of being seen, heard, and cared for every step of the way.
Intermountain Health Layton Hospital is celebrating the completion of a new mammography suite that will expand access to high-quality, advanced breast cancer screening for the Davis County community. The new mammography suite will offer both screening and diagnostic mammograms, as well as the addition of ultrasound procedures specifically designed to enhance the detection of breast cancer. “We’ll work closely with our partners at Intermountain Health McKay-Dee Hospital in Ogden, which will be a great collaboration so that patients can have screenings and diagnostics here in Layton and then follow through with their biopsies at Intermountain McKay-Dee Hospital, if needed,” said Lindsay Cutler, imaging department manager at Intermountain Layton Hospital. “In addition to mammography services, we’ve also added breast MRI services here at Intermountain Layton Hospital,” Cutler added. “We are excited to provide these services to women in our community to advanced care close to home.”
A simple message hangs in every exam room at the Intermountain Health Billings Heights Family Medicine Clinic in Billings, Montana: “Broken crayons still color.” For Stephanie Thomas, MD, family medicine physician at the Heights Clinic, that phrase is more than just a poster or decor. It’s a reminder for both patients and caregivers that healing doesn’t require perfection. It also reflects the way she approaches care — with presence, curiosity, and a commitment to understanding the whole person. Explore how one patient’s journey through mental health challenges came full circle, leading her to become an Intermountain caregiver who now supports others.
