When life takes an unexpected turn, staying committed to your health can feel overwhelming. For Trudy Carey of Billings, Montana, that commitment became even more meaningful after the loss of her husband of 50 years. Despite her grief, she kept up with preventive care—including a routine colonoscopy that revealed something she never expected: early‑stage colon cancer. Thanks to timely screening and the expertise of her Intermountain Health care team at Intermountain St. Vincent Regional Hospital, Trudy received minimally invasive, robotic‑assisted surgery and avoided additional treatment. Today, she’s healing well, staying active, and encouraging others to take charge of their health, no matter their age or circumstances. Her story is a powerful reminder that colorectal cancer often develops silently, and that early detection saves lives. Screening starting at age 45 gives most adults the best chance for early diagnosis and effective treatment. Trudy’s resilience shows what’s possible when compassionate care meets proactive prevention.
Every three weeks, Matt Jensen walks into the Intermountain Health Cancer Centers of Colorado with the same steady routine — a check‑in, lab work, and a quick conversation about the snow report. It’s a rhythm he never expected to learn at 42, when a sudden illness revealed advanced colorectal cancer and upended life as a single dad and small‑business owner. Five years later, Matt is still doing what matters most to him: showing up for his kids, planning a wedding, and carving out time for mountain days when the snow is good. With the support of his care team, he’s navigating treatment one cycle at a time while protecting the parts of life that make him feel like himself. As more younger adults face colorectal cancer, Matt hopes his story encourages others not to ignore symptoms or delay care. His message is simple — listen to your body, and get checked.
Intermountain Health recently hosted a ceremonial ribbon-cutting for the new Intermountain District Clinic in Henderson, Nevada. This new medical office building brings together five existing clinics and introduces three new ones. The state-of-the-art 45,000-square-foot facility brings together senior primary care, oncology, and children’s health under one roof—creating a comprehensive and convenient hub for families across southern Nevada. The District Clinic will also introduce wound care and palliative care, two new service lines, expanding the reach of Intermountain Health’s offerings in the community. “What the District Clinic provides is a beautiful, single, modern location designed to strengthen access, improve coordination, and support long-term growth,” said Trevor Smith, Intermountain region vice president of Medical Group Operations. “We know that as our lives become busier than ever and our days fill with activities, it is more vital than ever to make world-class care as convenient as possible.” With this facility, Intermountain is increasing access to high-quality, preventive, and specialty care to help meet the growing healthcare needs of the community—ensuring people can receive the care they deserve close to home.
Austin Holder is an occupational therapy assistant at Intermountain Medical Center in Salt Lake City. Austin was recently recognized with an Intermountain Health L.O.V.E. Award for the quality of care, compassion and empathy he shows his patients. Austin is an amazing example of embodying Intermountain's mission and goes above and beyond for his patients and colleagues. He helps everyone feel seen, heard, and loved.
Bereavement has been recognized as both the most common – and most distressing – form of trauma in Utah and nationwide. While experts say grief is a natural response to bereavement, children who experience grief without adequate support are at greater risk for a range of negative outcomes, including academic challenges, relationship difficulties, substance use, post-traumatic stress, depression, and increased suicide risk. That’s why a new national initiative to standardize and implement best-practice treatments for high-quality trauma and bereavement care at children’s hospitals across the United States is so vital. The Trauma and Grief Center (TAG Center) at the Meadows Mental Health Policy Institute, which is based in Dallas, Texas, is responding to this need. As a national leader in advancing best-practice treatments for youth who have experienced significant trauma or the loss of a loved one, The TAG center is establishing a national network of children’s hospitals dedicated to best practice care in trauma and grief. As part of that initiative, Intermountain Children’s Health and Primary Children’s Hospital campuses in Utah (SLC, Lehi, and Taylorsville), have earned the honor as the first member of the national Trauma and Grief (TAG) Network in the Western United States – and the fourth in the United States.
This month, we celebrate the rich traditions, stories, and contributions of Arab American communities.
From caring for patients across our Salt Lake Valley hospitals to tackling ultra‑runs, skimo races, and 200‑mile bike events, the Johnson brothers bring the same grit and heart to medicine that they bring to adventure sports. Their path was shaped by a family legacy of service, and today, their shared commitment to helping people live the healthiest lives possible continues that tradition.
Happy Doctors' Day to the incredible physicians who bring skill, compassion, and unwavering dedication to every patient they serve at Intermountain Health. Our physicians lead with heart, innovate with purpose, and inspire teams across our system to deliver the highest quality care. Today, we honor their commitment to helping people live the healthiest lives possible.
At Intermountain Health, we’re committed to using our purchasing power to support the long‑term health of the communities we serve. That’s why we launched Supplier Days — informal events that connect local businesses with our teams to learn from one another, build relationships, and explore opportunities to work together. Local suppliers are more than vendors. They’re neighbors, employers, and small business owners who help strengthen local economies. By engaging with them directly, we gain insight that leads to better purchasing decisions and a more resilient, inclusive supply chain. As Megan Curtis, supplier and community engagement manager, shared: “Supplier Days are not just about buying goods and services. They’re about listening and removing barriers that can make it difficult for local businesses to work with large organizations like ours.” With plans to expand these events across our footprint, we’re continuing to invest intentionally in local businesses, and in the long‑term economic health that supports better health outcomes for all.
Menopause is a natural transition, yet too many women enter it feeling unheard, unprepared, and unsure where to turn. At Intermountain Health, we’re working to change that. Across our clinics, providers are expanding access to evidence‑based menopause care, dedicating longer visits for education and counseling, and earning advanced certification to better support women through perimenopause, menopause, and beyond. The result is a care experience where women feel seen, validated, and empowered to take control of their health. This work is just beginning. With plans to expand menopause‑certified care across our enterprise, we’re committed to breaking stigma, improving access, and ensuring every woman gets the support she deserves during this important stage of life.
