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.
There’s a lot happening behind the scenes with the Intermountain Health Nevada Children's Hospital, and this conversation is a great glimpse into what’s next. In this recent interview on ARC Las Vegas, Michael Naft, Clark County Commission Chairman, and Russ Williams, President of Intermountain Nevada Children's Hospital, talk through the latest progress and what’s ahead for Nevada’s first stand-alone children’s hospital, from key approvals to the next big milestones. It’s exciting to see the momentum building and the impact this will have for kids and families across Southern Nevada.
June is Men’s Health Awareness Month: a time to check in and take small, meaningful steps toward better health. But for many, getting care isn’t always simple. “Too often, men delay care because of busy schedules, stigma, or inconvenience,” said Mason Hilton, Intermountain Health Pharmacy Services operations director. "Our focus is on helping people live the healthiest lives possible. That means creating care options that feel approachable and removing obstacles so patients can act sooner—before small health concerns progress to chronic disease." By offering more flexible, on-demand options, we are helping make care more convenient, private, and easier to access. And by combining clinical expertise with modern technology, we continue to lead the way in delivering accessible, high-quality care that fits into everyday life. Learn more from Mason's interview on 2KUTV's Fresh Living below.
Every recovery journey is unique. Jason’s experience after a stroke is a powerful reminder of the resilience people show as they navigate life after a major health event. His continued progress—and his decision to support others through Intermountain Health’s Rehab Advocates Mindset Mentorship Program (RAMMP)—reflects the strength that can come from connection and shared experience. Stories like Jason’s highlight the heart of our work: partnering with patients and their loved ones so they can focus on healing, hope, and what matters most.
Behind every moment of care is a team ready to act. At Intermountain Health Spanish Fork Hospital, caregivers recently completed simulation training focused on mass transfusion protocol. Not long after, they used that training to support a patient requiring urgent surgical care, working together to perform the hospital’s first splenectomy. It’s a powerful example of how preparation and teamwork support patients when it matters most.
