Scenic Rivers Health Services

Scenic Rivers Health Services Scenic Rivers Health Services' focus is to provide medical, dental and behavioral health services in remote, rural areas of northern Minnesota. in 1979.

We live, work and play in the communities we serve, with clinics spanning over an 8,500 square mile area. Scenic Rivers Health Services, a Community Health Center and Federally Qualified Health Center, has been dedicated to providing accessible healthcare since its founding as Cook Area Health Services, Inc. Over the years, the organization has expanded to serve an 8,500-square-mile area in northern Minnesota, operating seven medical clinics and four dental clinics. With strong ties to critical access hospitals in Cook and Bigfork, Scenic Rivers Health Services medical providers ensure 24/7 patient care. Its mission focuses on delivering high-quality medical, dental, and behavioral health services to rural communities, emphasizing a commitment to keeping local residents healthy. By living and working in the same communities they serve, the providers at Scenic Rivers continue to prioritize patient-centered, affordable care for all. All comments must be respectful. SRHS reserves all rights to remove any comment we deem false, malicious, unlawful, obscene, or threatening. Third party advertising and ‘spam’ will be removed. Views and opinions expressed on SRHS’s social media sites do not necessarily represent those of Scenic Rivers Health Services as an entity. We cannot be held responsible for the accuracy or reliability of information posted by external parties. Please keep in mind Facebook is a publicly available service, and personal health information in your posts should be kept to a minimum.

Caregivers, we'd love to know how to help!
02/23/2026

Caregivers, we'd love to know how to help!

WE'RE HIRING! For more information and to view open positions, visit
02/20/2026

WE'RE HIRING!

For more information and to view open positions, visit

Licensed Practical Nurse or Certified Medical Assistant Our medical clinic in Cook, MN is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) to join our team of medical providers. In our Nursing department, you’ll enjoy a daytime only practice in a fun and positive team ...

02/19/2026

February is American Heart Month ❤️ Thanks to generous blood donors like you, kids born with congenital heart disease have a chance to live happy, healthy lives!

Give from the heart and schedule your donation for our blood drive next week.

📆 WHEN: Wednesday, February 25 (1:00pm - 5:30pm)
📍 WHERE: Cook Hospital (10 Fifth Street SE, Cook MN 55723)

🩸 HOW TO REGISTER:
Go to www.mbc.org/searchdrives (Sponsor Code 0824)
Or contact Trudy: tyoungren@mbc.org | 218.740.1542

Dogs, lakes, and good books—get to know Dr. Molly Vail-Jackson! 🐾 Dr. Vail-Jackson is accepting new patients at the Cook...
02/18/2026

Dogs, lakes, and good books—get to know Dr. Molly Vail-Jackson! 🐾

Dr. Vail-Jackson is accepting new patients at the Cook Medical Clinic. Call 877-541-2817 or 218-666-5941 to schedule an appointment.

Thinking about a career in dental assisting? 🦷✨It’s one of the most in-demand, flexible roles in healthcare with fast-tr...
02/16/2026

Thinking about a career in dental assisting? 🦷✨
It’s one of the most in-demand, flexible roles in healthcare with fast-track programs, strong job placement, and opportunities across many dental specialties. If you love helping people and working hands-on, this might be the right fit for you!

For questions about the role in our organization, or to schedule a time to shadow the Dental Assistants in our clinics, email Kara Jean at kbaker@scenicrivershealth.org

Connection matters.According to the American Psychological Association, meaningful friendships play a critical role in m...
02/13/2026

Connection matters.
According to the American Psychological Association, meaningful friendships play a critical role in mental and physical health. Today, we’re celebrating the people who help us feel seen, supported, and less alone. 🙂

American culture prioritizes romance, but psychological science is exploring the human need for platonic relationship sand the specific ways in which they bolster well-being.

We are thrilled to announce that Scenic Rivers Health Services is the proud recipient of the 2025 rater8 Practice Excell...
02/13/2026

We are thrilled to announce that Scenic Rivers Health Services is the proud recipient of the 2025 rater8 Practice Excellence Award for Highest Rated Practice Overall!

rater8's annual awards recognize practices and providers who demonstrated outstanding commitment to delivering exceptional patient experiences. Based on patient reviews collected by rater8 in 2025, Scenic Rivers Health Services was one of the top-rated practices nationwide!

We’re truly honored to receive this award and so proud of the compassion, care, and genuine connection our team brings to their work every single day. 💙

Warm, hearty meals can help soothe your body and mind when winter feels extra long. What’s your go-to crockpot recipe? C...
02/11/2026

Warm, hearty meals can help soothe your body and mind when winter feels extra long. What’s your go-to crockpot recipe? Chili, soup, pasta, or something else?

Make dinner effortless with Slow Cooker Garlic Butter Beef with Potatoes. Enjoy fork-tender beef, creamy potatoes, and rich flavor in every bite.

If your insurance has changed, please let us know as soon as possible. Arriving to your appointments 15 minutes early wi...
02/09/2026

If your insurance has changed, please let us know as soon as possible. Arriving to your appointments 15 minutes early with a photo ID and your current insurance card helps keep your visit running smoothly.

Thanks for helping us take great care of you!

Everyone needs help sometimes. 💙If you or someone you love is facing tough times, MNbenefits.mn.gov is a safe, easy way ...
02/06/2026

Everyone needs help sometimes. 💙
If you or someone you love is facing tough times, MNbenefits.mn.gov is a safe, easy way to apply for food, housing, childcare, and more. No shame, just support.

MNbenefits is a direct extension of community health center values by removing barriers, supporting rural families, and improving health by making essential resources more accessible.

MNbenefits is a new, mobile-friendly benefits application for Minnesotans.

From the lakes of Breezy Point to the trails of Cook, meet Dr. Josie Gable, your newest neighbor and family physician! 🩵
02/02/2026

From the lakes of Breezy Point to the trails of Cook, meet Dr. Josie Gable, your newest neighbor and family physician! 🩵

Show off your brightest smile on February 2nd for Minnesota Dental Foundation Night as the Minnesota Wild take on the Mo...
01/30/2026

Show off your brightest smile on February 2nd for Minnesota Dental Foundation Night as the Minnesota Wild take on the Montreal Canadiens! In honor of National Children’s Dental Health Month, a portion of each ticket purchased through this special offer supports the Minnesota Dental Foundation. 🦷🏒

2/2/26 @ 6:30 PM - 25-26 Wild Ticket Packages

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Headquarters, 20 Fifth Street SE
Cook, MN
55723

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm
Saturday 8am - 12pm

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+18775412817

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Headquartered in Cook, Minnesota, Scenic Rivers Health Services provides patient-centered primary medical and dental care to remote, underserved areas in northeastern Minnesota. Our experienced providers and dedicated support staff ensure the well being of our communities across the Northland. Scenic Rivers medical clinics are located in Cook, Tower, Bigfork, Big Falls, Northome, and Floodwood. Our dental clinics are located in Cook, Tower, Bigfork, and Floodwood. As a non-profit organization, our providers’ only goal is to help you get well and stay healthy. Our status as a Community Health Center ensures that our staff will do everything to help eliminate the financial barriers between your family and the care you need, including a Sliding Fee Scale program. If you or a member of your family has received excellent care at any one of the Scenic Rivers Health Centers, we would love to hear your story. Please feel free to post or share comments on our wall, or send us an email at public@scenicrivershealth.org. We do ask that all comments be respectful. SRHS reserves all rights to remove any comment we deem false, malicious, unlawful, obscene, or threatening. Third party advertising and ‘spam’ will also be removed. Views and opinions expressed on SRHS’s social media sites do not necessarily represent those of Scenic Rivers Health Services. We cannot be held responsible for the accuracy or reliability of information posted by external parties. Keep in mind that Facebook is a publicly available service, and personal health information in your posts should be kept to a minimum. Scenic Rivers Health Services is not affiliated with and does not endorse any third-party ads that appear on Facebook.