May 23, 2023  Cheyenne, WY— Cheyenne Regional Medical Center’s Medical Imaging Department has achieved a three-year MRI and ultrasound technology accreditation from the American College of Radiology (ACR). To receive ACR accreditation, imaging centers must voluntarily undergo a rigorous inspection by independent, board-certified physicians and medical physicists who assess and rate facilities based on their personnel qualifications, equipment and image quality, quality control procedures and quality assurance programs. “ACR accreditation is considered the gold standard for medical imaging programs,” said Casey Robinson, CRMC’s administrator of cardiac and imaging services. “Undergoing the ACR review process helps ensure that our patients are…

May 18, 2023  Cheyenne, WY—Families who have lost an infant or a young child or who have experienced a miscarriage, stillbirth or ectopic pregnancy are invited to participate in Cheyenne Regional Medical Center’s butterfly release on June 10 starting at 10:30 a.m. at the Cheyenne Botanic Gardens, 710 S. Lion’s Park Dr. “Bereaved families often value a ceremony like this that allows them to honor and celebrate their child’s memory,” said Jenny Ash, a CRMC labor and delivery nurse and perinatal coordinator. “For many, the butterfly release provides a time of support and healing both for the families and our…

May 16, 2023 Brianna Bailey, CRMG Primary Care—Wellness/Access Nurse Practitioner By Briana Bailey, CRMG Primary Care—Wellness/Access Nurse Practitioner’ Cheyenne Regional Medical Group (CRMG) Family First Clinic Primary care providers most often see patients for acute illnesses or routine follow-ups. Because the provider is focused on caring for the patient’s acute or chronic condition(s), there is often not enough time to talk about preventive care. Take the case of a patient who goes to a provider for a sore throat or cold. The patient likely isn’t feeling well, so it may not be an ideal time for…

May 10, 2023 Family members, caregivers also welcome Cheyenne, WY—The Cheyenne Regional Cancer Center is hosting a lunch as well as a “to-go” option for cancer survivors on June 3, 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m., at the Cancer Center, 310 East 24th St. The lunch is being provided in partnership with the Cheyenne Regional Foundation. The lunch is free, but an RSVP is recommended to ensure enough food is prepared. Survivors can RSVP by calling (307) 634-9311 and leaving their name, the number of people attending and their phone number. Meals will be catered by Ranch Eats, a local food truck serving…

April 25, 2023 Cheyenne, WY—Cheyenne Regional’s Medical Specialty Clinic is the first health facility in Wyoming to be designated as an assessment center for a treatment using Zephyr Valves. This minimally invasive option has been shown to help patients with emphysema or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) breathe better and have increased stamina. “Clinical trials have shown that patients who undergo this procedure often have improved lung function and exercise capacity, which can improve their overall quality of life,” said Dr. Danille Prime, the Cheyenne Regional pulmonologist/critical care specialist who helped the clinic receive the assessment center certification. Zephyr Valves…