News and Announcements

Primary Care Recognized for Patient-Centered Medical Home Achievement

Tuesday, April 02, 2024
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Prairie Lakes Brown Clinic has been recognized by the Patient Centered Medical Home (PCMH) program for the past 8 years and again for 2024!  Organizations that are recognized by the PCMH program are found to have a better patient experience, better managed chronic conditions, improved care coordination, improved staff satisfaction, lower…

North Central Heart Providing Vascular Services in Watertown

Monday, April 01, 2024
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North Central Heart - a Division of Avera Heart Hospital will be providing Vascular and Electrophysiology Services to area patients at Prairie Lakes Outreach Clinic. Dr. Mark Fleming  and Dr. Dustin Weiss will be in the Vascular Outreach Clinic at Prairie Lakes every Tuesday and Thursday. The Outreach Clinic is located…

Take the Northeast SD Community Health Survey Today!

Tuesday, March 26, 2024
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As we strive to meet the health needs of our communities, receiving input from our residents is vital. Prairie Lakes Healthcare System and Human Service Agency have partnered to conduct a community health survey open to all residents in Watertown and the surrounding communities. This survey is designed to gather valuable…

Prairie Lakes Welcomes New Director of Surgical Services

Tuesday, March 26, 2024
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WATERTOWN, S.D. – March 26, 2024 – Prairie Lakes Healthcare System (PLHS) is pleased to welcome Jason Zukosky as the new Director of Surgical Services. He oversees the surgery team and surgical services which include pre-operative, anesthesiology, post-operative, and operating room. Zukosky comes to Prairie Lakes with 12 years of…

Prairie Lakes Healthcare System Earns National Recognition as Top Rural and Community Hospital

Friday, March 15, 2024
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WATERTOWN, S.D. – March 15, 2024 – Prairie Lakes Healthcare System (PLHS) has once again been recognized as one of the Top 20 Rural and Community Hospitals in the nation by the National Rural Health Association (NRHA), for the seventh time since its inception eight years ago. In addition to…

Phone Issues - March 13

Wednesday, March 13, 2024
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Prairie Lakes Healthcare System is experiencing phone issues and is working promptly to resolve them. If you need to reach the hospital, please dial 605-882-7000.

BASH 2024 - Labor of Love Event

Monday, March 11, 2024
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Prairie Lakes Healthcare Foundation is excited to announce BASH (Building A Superior Healthcare System) 2024 will be held on Saturday, April 6th at the Watertown Event Center. BASH is an annual fundraising gala hosted by the Prairie Lakes Healthcare Foundation, with much support from donors and volunteers.  About BASH 2024 BASH…

Registered Dietitian Day is March 13th

Monday, March 11, 2024
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Registered Dietitian Nutritionist Day is March 13! At Prairie Lakes Healthcare System, we'd like to celebrate by showcasing our team of Registered Dietitians and thank them for helping our patients and community live healthier lives through nutrition.  What is an RDN? Registered Dietitian Nutritionists (RDNs) are food and nutrition experts…

Prairie Lakes Continues to Warn Public of Scam Calls

Thursday, March 07, 2024
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Prairie Lakes Healthcare System is receiving reports about scammers calling and texting people in the Watertown area claiming to be from Prairie Lakes while asking for personal information. The calls and texts are showing up on Caller ID with local area codes. It is important to know that Prairie Lakes…

Registration Now Open for Spring Grief Support Group Starting April 9

Tuesday, March 05, 2024
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The Prairie Lakes Healthcare System Grief Support Group will begin a new six-week session on Tuesday, April 9th. Our support group offers an opportunity for those that have lost a loved one to find comfort, support, and hope. We provide a safe environment to learn about the process of grief,…