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Stories about Lakewood patients, educational resources, and updates about our community.
Laura Valencia is Newest Lakewood Anesthesia Provider
Jan. 9, 2026: Lakewood Health System welcomes certified registered nurse anesthetist (CRNA) Laura Valencia as the ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
Craig Wolhowe to retire after 28 years at Lakewood
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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 ...
A Gift of Comfort: Hendricks Family Supports New Hospice Suite at Lakewood
When Annette Crocker’s family sought hospice care for their mother, they turned to the Care Center at Lakewood. Annette ...
More Than Treatment: Surrounding Cancer Patients with Support
In a year defined by growth, compassion, and community, the Lakewood Oncology Support Fund has continued to show just ...