Grand River Health

11/06/2025

For 49 years, Grand River Meals on Wheels has been a vital source of food and support for homebound older adults, serving communities from Parachute/Battlement Mesa to New Castle. The demand for GRMOW’s services has grown exponentially, increasing by over 1,000% over the ...

11/06/2025

Colorado Gives Day is a statewide online giving event that takes place now. until Dec. 9, 2025. It's a day when Coloradans come together to support their favorite nonprofits and make a collective impact. The event is hosted by the Colorado Gives Foundation, which has helped raise over a half a billion dollars since its inception in 2010. Donate to your favorite nonprofit organization between Nov. 1 and Dec. 9.
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For 49 years, Grand River Meals on Wheels has been a vital source of food and support for homebound older adults, serving communities from Parachute/Battlement Mesa to New Castle. The demand for GRMOW’s services has grown exponentially, increasing by over 1,000% over the ...

11/05/2025

A Message from Jim Coombs, CEO of Grand River Health

On behalf of everyone at Grand River Health, I want to extend my deepest gratitude to our community for your trust and support in passing Measure 7B. Your vote of confidence means more than words can express.

By approving this bond extension, you have invested directly in the health and well-being of our friends, families, and neighbors. This support will allow us to expand access to critical services such as primary care, mental health, and physical therapy, ensuring that more people can get the care they need close to home. It will also enable us to enhance and expand our Emergency Department, so we can better meet the needs of our growing community when it matters most.

Your belief in our mission inspires us every day to provide exceptional, compassionate care. Thank you for standing with us and helping build a healthier future for western Garfield County.

With sincere appreciation,
Jim Coombs
Chief Executive Officer
Grand River Health

11/04/2025

Grand Junction, CO, October 30, 2025 – A group of 32 rural hospital and health organizations, as part of the Western Healthcare Alliance (WHA), want their Medicare patients to be better informed when choosing a plan in 2026.

Both patients and health systems have struggled with Medicare Advantage plans that affect patient care and system operations. Issues include long waits for authorizations, denial of medically necessary services, and delays in payments. Read full releasehttps://www.wha1.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/WHA-Press-Release-MA-Plans-October-2025.pdf

11/04/2025

La Dra. Lucy Budde es médica de Medicina Familiar especializada en medicina funcional y de longevidad. Está dedicada a ayudar a sus pacientes a vivir vidas más saludables y largas mediante un enfoque integral y basado en las causas raíz de la enfermedad.

Originaria de Connecticut, la Dra. Budde obtuvo su título de médica (MD) y su doctorado en Inmunología (PhD) en la Universidad de Yale, después de completar sus estudios universitarios en la Universidad de Massachusetts, Amherst. Realizó su internado y residencia en la Universidad de Colorado. Su investigación se centró en la proteína NF-κB, una proteína clave que regula la respuesta inmunitaria del cuerpo. Este trabajo despertó su profundo interés en cómo la inflamación crónica influye en casi todas las enfermedades crónicas y en el proceso de envejecimiento, un concepto conocido como “inflammaging”.

Certificada en Medicina Funcional, la Dra. Budde trata el cuerpo como un todo integrado, abordando el estilo de vida, la alimentación y el ejercicio para promover la salud a largo plazo y prevenir enfermedades. Actualmente está cursando una certificación adicional en Medicina de Longevidad para ayudar a los pacientes a envejecer de manera más saludable y evitar las condiciones crónicas comúnmente asociadas con la edad.

La Dra. Budde cree que la medicina debe ser más que medicamentos: debe empoderar a los pacientes para realizar cambios sostenibles que mejoren su bienestar general.

Fuera de su práctica médica, la Dra. Budde disfruta pasar tiempo al aire libre con su esposo y su perro husky siberiano, Jax. Es una entusiasta del senderismo, el esquí y el campamento, y está muy emocionada de unirse a la familia de Grand River.

Actualmente acepta pacientes en la Clínica de Rifle.

11/04/2025

Grand River Health anuncia la incorporación del Dr. David Olsen a nuestro equipo de Medicina Familiar en la Clínica West de Battlement Mesa.

Nacido en Venezuela y criado en Estados Unidos desde los cuatro años, el Dr. Olsen aporta a su práctica médica una rica herencia cultural, un profundo sentido de empatía y fluidez en español. Creció en zonas rurales de Florida y Michigan, y aprendió inglés en tan solo dos semanas viendo el programa *Sesame Street*.

El Dr. Olsen obtuvo su título de médico en la Universidad de Washington en Seattle y completó su residencia en la Universidad de Utah en Salt Lake City. Su camino hacia la medicina fue único: antes de convertirse en médico, trabajó como carpintero durante 17 años. Estas experiencias —incluyendo haber enfrentado burlas y haber sido tratado con condescendencia en entornos de atención médica— moldearon su compromiso de tratar a los pacientes con dignidad y compasión.

Cree en cuidar a la persona en su totalidad, no solo en tratar los síntomas, y se esfuerza por descubrir las causas subyacentes de las enfermedades. Su meta siempre ha sido ejercer en una comunidad rural y acogedora donde realmente pueda marcar una diferencia. “Quiero que mis pacientes sepan que entiendo el dolor, tanto físico como emocional, por mis propias experiencias de vida.”

El Dr. Olsen vive en Rifle junto a su esposa Eva. Fuera de la medicina, disfruta la observación de aves, la fotografía de la naturaleza, el ciclismo de montaña y las caminatas. También valora profundamente el tiempo que pasa con su hija adulta en el estado de Washington.

11/03/2025

Dr. Lucy Budde is a Family Medicine physician who specializes in functional and longevity medicine. She is dedicated to helping patients live healthier, longer lives through a comprehensive, root-cause approach to medicine.

A Connecticut native, Dr. Budde earned her MD and PhD in Immunology from Yale University after completing her undergraduate studies at the University of Massachusetts, Amherst. Dr. Budde completed her internship and residency at The University of Colorado. Her research focused on the protein NF-κB, a key protein that regulates the body’s immune response. This work sparked her deep interest in how chronic inflammation influences nearly all chronic diseases and aging-a concept sometimes referred to as "inflammaging."

Certified in Functional Medicine, Dr. Budde treats the body as an integrated whole, addressing lifestyle, diet, and exercise to promote long-term health and prevent disease. She is currently pursuing additional certification in Longevity Medicine to help patients age better and avoid the chronic conditions often associated with aging.

Dr. Budde believes medicine must be more than medication—it should empower patients to make sustainable changes that enhance their overall well-being.

Outside of her medical practice, Dr. Budde enjoys spending time outdoors with her husband and their Siberian Husky, Jax. She is an avid hiker, skier, and camper, and is excited to join the Grand River family.

Now accepting patients in the Rifle Clinic.

11/03/2025

Grand River Health announces the addition of David Olsen, MD, to our Clinic West Family Medicine Team in Battlement Mesa.

Born in Venezuela and raised in the United States from the age of four, Dr. Olsen brings a rich cultural background, a deep sense of empathy and Spanish fluency to his medical practice. He grew up in rural Florida and Michigan and learned English in 2 weeks by watching Sesame Street.

Dr. Olsen earned his medical degree from the University of Washington in Seattle and completed his residency at the University of Utah in Salt Lake City. His path to medicine was unique - before becoming a physician, he worked as a carpenter for 17 years. These experiences, including facing derision and being talked down to in healthcare settings, shaped his commitment to treating patients with dignity and compassion.

He believes in caring for the whole person, not just treating symptoms, and strives to uncover underlying causes of illness. His goal has always been to practice in a warm, rural community where he could truly make a difference. “I want my patients to know I understand pain, both physically and emotionally, because of my own life experiences.”

Dr. Olsen lives in Rifle with his wife Eva. Outside of medicine, Dr. Olsen enjoys birdwatching, nature photography, mountain biking, and hiking. He also cherishes spending time with his adult daughter in Washington state.

11/03/2025

It’s no secret most people don’t love going to therapy to rehab an injured body part. But having Erin Hambrick in rehab quickly helps to change that. She knows how to connect with every person walking through the door and brings an energy into the office that is unmatched and infectious. We had no formal way of celebrating “graduation” for patients when they are done with therapy, but Erin has found a way to celebrate this exciting time. She made graduation awards for patients, got a mini microphone and speaker, and plays celebration music and will dance and sing to the patient as they finish up. I have seen reserved people come out of their shell and dance their way out the door. Erin transformed an ordinary moment into an unforgettable celebration of healing. Erin’s warmth and joy touches every person she encounters. She has a gift for making people feel seen and celebrated, valued and embraced. Erin reminds us that true healing is found not only in care and treatment, but also in love, laughter, and the courage to celebrate each milestone.

Congratulations to our October Starfish Winner, Erin Hambrick!