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James Schneider's journey with sleep apnea and the machine that changed it all

December 01, 2025

A lifelong mouth breather and self-described “snorer of epic proportions,” James has known something wasn’t right with his sleep for most of his life.

Sarah shares spinal injury story at Physical Therapy Month event in West Union.

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West Union native pushes to remake life after severe spinal injury

November 14, 2025

When Sarah took a moment to watch the construction of a new bridge over the Mississippi River outside her home, a simple move would change her life forever.

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Adolescent Partial Hospitalization Program now open to teens in Onalaska

November 10, 2025

The Emplify Health by Gundersen Adolescent Partial Hospitalization Program opened in the Kaitlin’s Table Day Center, located in the Behavioral Health Onalaska building.

Gundersen staff visit an area elementary school to talk about the different areas of medicine through interactive stations.

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Medical residents and students share love of medicine at State Road Elementary

October 28, 2025

Students at State Road Elementary School had the opportunity to learn about the human body and what it’s like to care for it during the Science of Medicine Day.

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Emplify Health by Gundersen transitions 211 information and referral service

October 22, 2025

Emplify Health by Gundersen will be transitioning its 211 information and referral services to trusted partners, effective Dec. 31, 2025.

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Early detection starts here: quick access to mammograms available at Friendship Hospital

October 09, 2025

In 2024, the hospital upgraded to an in-house 3D mammography unit, offering quick access to appointments, five days a week, with more accurate imaging and faster turnaround for test results.

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Emplify Health by Gundersen to acquire Sparta Area Ambulance Service

October 07, 2025

Gundersen Health System Ambulance, a wholly owned, non-profit subsidiary of Emplify Health by Gundersen, has signed a letter of intent to acquire Sparta Area Ambulance Service (SAAS).

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Emplify Health by Gundersen Hillsboro Area to open pharmacies in Hillsboro and Elroy

October 06, 2025

Emplify Health by Gundersen Hillsboro Area Hospital is proud to announce plans to add pharmacy locations in Hillsboro and Elroy, Wis.

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Baldwin visits Friendship hospital to celebrate mobile clinic

October 01, 2025

Sen. Tammy Baldwin made a stop at Emplify Health by Gundersen Friendship Hospital on Sept. 22 to celebrate the opening of the Emplify Health by Gundersen’s Pediatric Mobile Clinic.

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Emplify Health by Gundersen West Union Hospital moving ahead with OB renovation

September 17, 2025

Work behind the scenes continues at Emplify Health by Gundersen West Union Hospital as staff prepare for the remodel of the hospital’s Labor and Delivery Department.

in the lobby of Emplify Health by Gundersen’s La Crosse Clinic

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Volunteer pianist finds welcome, joy at La Crosse Clinic

September 03, 2025

Seated at a piano in the lobby of Emplify Health by Gundersen’s La Crosse Clinic, Kay confidently fills her corner of the building with soothing music.

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Friendship Emergency Department recognized for efforts to improve rural heart attack and stroke care

August 29, 2025

Within the past four months, Emplify Health by Gundersen Friendship Hospital has received multiple awards for the rapid, high-quality emergency care they provide to heart attack and stroke patients.

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Patient finds comfort, recovery and connection at Emplify Health by Gundersen Boscobel Hospital

August 26, 2025

Staff's hearts of gold make Swing Bed stay in Boscobel the right choice for Stoddard man.

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New Working Through Grief program offers support for those coping with loss

August 25, 2025

A new, six-week Working Through Grief program in Adams-Friendship is being launched to support community members who are navigating life after the loss of a loved one.

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Ambulance services gain elite accreditations

August 22, 2025

For the first time, both Gundersen Tri-State Ambulance and Gundersen Health System Ambulance have been accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Ambulance Services.

Professional portrait of doctor Rayan Lungba.

Friendship Clinic welcomes family and geriatric medicine physician Dr. Rayan Lungba

August 22, 2025

Emplify Health by Gundersen Friendship Clinic is pleased to welcome Rayan Lungba, MD, MPH, CPH, a board-certified family medicine physician.

Project SEARCH intern and mentor sorting laundry.

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Laundry attendants find joy in mentoring Project SEARCH interns

August 22, 2025

Project SEARCH, a year-long employment prep program for young people with disabilities, proves to be equally rewarding for its interns and mentors at Emplify Health by Gundersen.

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Duha honored with Rural Health Ambassador Award 

August 11, 2025

The Rural Wisconsin Health Cooperative recently honored Sandy Duha, BSN, RN, supervisor of acute care nursing at Emplify Health by Gundersen Boscobel Hospital, with its Rural Health Ambassador Award.

Heart to hand representation of giving life via organ and tissue donation.

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Emplify Health hospitals honored for maximizing the gift of life

August 05, 2025

Emplify Health’s Green Bay and La Crosse hospitals are two of 19 hospitals and medical centers recognized by UW Organ and Tissue Donation for an ongoing commitment to saving lives.

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Expanded access to lifesaving colonoscopy screenings now available at Friendship Hospital

August 01, 2025

Residents now have increased access to colonoscopies and specialized surgical care at Emplify Health by Gundersen Friendship Hospital with the arrival of Ramon Morales, MD, a board-certified surgeon.

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