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15 Jan 2026 | In The News

TCO's Back-to-Basics Class builds balance and confidence

Jan. 15, 2026: Staying active, steady and confident is exactly what participants are gaining through the Back-to-Basics ...

09 Jan 2026 | In The News

Dr. Paul J. Crowe to Provide Spine and Orthopedic Care

Jan. 9, 2026: Twin Cities Orthopedics (TCO) orthopedic surgeon, Dr. Paul J. Crowe, will be providing orthopedic care to ...

09 Jan 2026 | In The News

Laura Valencia is Newest Lakewood Anesthesia Provider

Jan. 9, 2026: Lakewood Health System welcomes certified registered nurse anesthetist (CRNA) Laura Valencia as the ...

05 Jan 2026 | In The News

First Baby of 2026 Born at Lakewood Health System

Twenty-twenty-six brings the celebration of birth for Annika DeGier and Zachary Miklos, Little Falls, who welcomed ...

23 Dec 2025 | In The News

Podiatrist Dr. Jon Peterson steps into retirement

Dec. 23, 2025: After more than five years of dedicated service, Dr. Jon Peterson, a podiatrist, is stepping into ...

19 Dec 2025 | In The News

Dr. Jay Lenz Honored with 2025 Scheels Hometown Hero Award

Dec. 19, 2025: Lakewood Health System was honored to celebrate Dr. Jay Lenz, general surgeon and U.S. Navy veteran, at ...

19 Dec 2025 | In The News

Craig Wolhowe to retire after 28 years at Lakewood

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15 Dec 2025 | In The News

A Shared Commitment to Caring

Dec. 15, 2025: At Lakewood, we’re fortunate to have team members whose compassion runs deep, not only in the work they ...