Providence Montana - HealthBreak - Medicare Wellness Exams Everyone with Medicare Part B is eligible for a completely free Wellness Visit every year. Family Nurse Practitioner Penny Starkel from Providence St. Joseph Medical Center in Polson explains what the exam covers and why it’s so important. Penny Starkel, MP Family Nurse Practitioner Providence Montana.Providence.org (406) 327-1700 HealthBreak®© 2026, MBC Media®© 2026
1:31Providence Montana - HealthBreak - Menopause Five of the main symptoms of menopause are depression, hot flashes, sleep disturbances, weight gain, and brain fog. But Dr. Kelly Bagnell from Providence
1:31Providence Montana - HealthBreak - Professional Development One priority for the Providence health care system is professional development for its caregivers. Chief Nursing Officer Krissy Petersen de
1:31Providence Montana - HealthBreak - Protein for Healing A person’s diet plays a significant role in their recovery from an illness or a surgery. Clinical Dietitian Elaina Virostko from Providence St.
1:31Providence Montana - HealthBreak - Outpatient Respiratory Therapy Many heart and lung conditions can cause severe breathing problems. At Providence St. Joseph Medical Center in Polson, Tyler Trudeau
1:31Providence Montana - HealthBreak - New General & Trauma Surgeon There are many specialties within the field of surgery, but one of the most extensive areas is general surgery. Dr. Riley Grogan, a new
1:31Providence Montana - HealthBreak - New Rural Health Clinic Nearly 30% of people in the region around Polson are not accessing any type of primary healthcare provider. To help with the shortages, Prov
1:31Providence Montana - HealthBreak - St. Patrick House For over 25 years, Saint Patrick House has provided short-term lodging for patients or their family members traveling to Missoula for medical care
1:31Providence Montana - HealthBreak - Financial Counseling & Open Enrollment at St. Joseph When people have questions about their hospital bills or need help paying, Providence St. Joseph Medical Center
1:31Providence Montana - HealthBreak - School Avoidance When children and adolescents confront mental health challenges, one sign is that they often start avoiding school. Adult and Pediatric Psychiatris
1:31Providence Montana - HealthBreak - Assisted Living at St. Joseph Among the many services provided by Providence St. Joseph Medical Center in Polson is an Assisted Living Facility. Certified Nursing A
1:31Providence Montana - HealthBreak - Foundation Accomplishments in 2025 The Providence Montana Health Foundation ensures world-class healthcare is available to all patients in Western Montana, and it d
1:31Providence Montana - HealthBreak - New Safety & Security Measures Dean Chrestenson Montana Area Security Manager Providence The Safety and Security Department at Providence is always working to kee
1:31Providence Montana - HealthBreak - Quality & Safety Awards 2025 Pam Estill, MSN, RN, CPHQ Director of Quality & Safety Providence To measure the quality of care and patient safety in hospitals nati
1:31Providence Montana - HealthBreak - Family Medicine- Wellcare and Immunizations Many people undervalue their doctors and family nurse practitioners by thinking of them only when sick. Family Nurse Pra
1:31Providence Montana - HealthBreak - Outdoor Behavioral Health Terrace To provide a space for health, wellness, and healing, Providence St. Patrick Hospital has added an outdoor terrace for inpatients
1:31Providence Montana - HealthBreak - Nutrition and Weight Loss Drugs Many people are rushing to new weight loss drugs on the market and in the news; however, there are things people should know and do
1:31Providence Montana - HealthBreak - Spiritual Care at St. Pat Providence St. Patrick Hospital has always made it a priority to provide spiritual care to patients, family members, caregivers, and staff
1:31Providence Montana - HealthBreak - Facial Reconstruction One of the newest advances in treating skin cancer is MOHS surgery. Dr. Bradley Coots from Providence St. Patrick Hospital describes the advan
1:31Providence Montana - HealthBreak - Environmental Stewardship Since it was founded, Providence St. Patrick Hospital has demonstrated a commitment to environmental sustainability and stewardship. Patie
1:31Providence Montana - HealthBreak - ICU Early Mobility In 2013, the Society of Critical Care Medicine performed a study showing that early mobility can decrease the length of time patients need to sta
