St Luke Community Healthcare

03/08/2026

Today is International Women’s Day (March 8)—we’re celebrating the women who care for our community every day and the women in our community who do it all. Thank you for your strength, compassion, and leadership.

03/06/2026

March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month—a good reminder to take care of your future self. For many adults at average risk, the USPSTF recommends starting screening at age 45 (earlier if you have certain risk factors). St. Luke offers colonoscopy and endoscopy procedures as part of our surgical services—talk with your primary care provider about what’s right for you.

03/05/2026

Not sure where to go when you're sick or injured? Contact your nearest St. Luke Community Clinic or Convenient Care to determine the best course of action. When dealing with an emergency, please start by calling 911. We're here for you, whenever you need us!

Ridgewater (Polson): 406-883-3737
Southshore (Polson): 406-883-2555
Ronan: 406-676-3600
St. Ignatius: 406-745-2781
Convenient Care: 406-676-4441

03/02/2026

The St. Luke Community Hospital cafeteria is open to the public 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday-Friday, offering healthy and affordable meals and snack options. Here's the planned menu for ️March. 🍀 If the entree isn't to your liking, you can try the soup, salad bar, or explore the full grill menu!

Note: Hours or menu may vary slightly based on staffing and food availability. Thank you for your understanding.

03/02/2026

Hello March, this month is a great time to pick one small habit that supports your health—add a fruit or veggie to one meal a day, drink more water, or plan a preventive check-in.
March is National Nutrition Month and National Kidney Month.
Question: What’s one health goal you want to stick with this month?

02/27/2026

St. Luke is offering the 2026 Rosemary Miller Memorial College Scholarship to local deserving students. These $500 scholarships are paid in two equal payments of $250 for the first and second semester registration and are named in honor of long-time employee and former St. Luke Director of Nursing, Rosemary Miller.

The basic criteria is a high school cumulative GPA of 3.0 or better. Other factors that are typically considered include: activities, honors, awards, community service activities, and the applicant’s educational goals. Information packets are available from local school counselors, at the hospital front desk, or online at https://stlukehealthcare.org/.

Any help in getting the word out would be greatly appreciated! ❤

02/26/2026

Arrow Lee Nation Perry was born on February 25th, 2026, at the St. Luke Community Healthcare New Beginnings Birth Center in Ronan. He measured 5 lbs. 13 oz. and 19 1/2 inches long.

Parents are Aaron Perry and Darby Belcourt of Arlee. Paternal grandparents are Joseph Perry of Arlee and Sarah Tushkowski of Charlo. Maternal grandparents are Joel & Mandy Belcourt of Arlee. Arrow joins siblings, Machaela and Nahnina.

Welcome to the world, Arrow! 🐨

Note: This photo is for artistic purposes only and does not reflect AAP Infant Safe Sleep recommendations. Visit safetosleep.nichd.nih.gov/ to learn more about infant safe sleep😴

02/26/2026

Yesterday Arlee Schools hosted a Career Exploration Day for their students, and we were lucky enough to be invited! Pictured here are Rachel Shoemake and Ashley Martinez with St. Luke and Greg Shuemaker with Ronan EMS.

These experienced professionals provided hands-on demonstrations for the students, including how to perform CPR. Thank you to Arlee Schools for making this happen for our local kids. This kind of event is so crucial for inspiring future healthcare heroes! ❤️

02/26/2026

Hearing health matters at every age. St. Luke’s Hearing Center provides:
 Hearing tests for adults and children
 Newborn hearing screenings
 Hearing aids and accessories
 Flexible hours (Saturday/evening appointments by request)
Call (406) 528-5234 to find an appointment time that fits your schedule.

02/26/2026

New Cardiology Services at St. Luke — Now Scheduling
We’re excited to launch a new Cardiology program with Dr. Douglas Waldo, MD at the St. Luke Community Clinic - Ronan.

Dr. Waldo offers:
✔ Cardiology consults & follow-ups
✔ EKG diagnostics
✔ Event monitoring
✔ Peripheral vascular evaluations
✔ ECHOs

He will see patients two days every other week in Ronan.
📍 Learn more: https://stlukehealthcare.org/douglas-waldo-md/
📞 406-676-3600

Specialty heart care — without leaving the Mission Valley 💙

107 6th Ave SW, Ronan, MT 59864 St. Luke Hospital(406) 676-4441 Nurse On Call 24/7(located in Montana)(406) 676-3737 ClinicsRonan (406) 676-3600St. Ignatius (406) 745-2781Polson/Southshore (406) 883-2555Polson/Ridgewater (406) 883-3737 Located in Western Montana107 6th Ave SW, Ronan, MT 59864 Home A...

02/25/2026

Just a few more days to take advantage of the February Heart Health package. Show your heart some love by knowing your numbers! ❤️

** In honor of National Heart Month, St. Luke is offering a Cardiac Risk Assessment package throughout the month of February! **

For just $49, you'll receive a complete metabolic panel, lipid panel, hemoglobin A1C test, and blood pressure screening. You and your doctor can then review the results together to determine what, if any, next steps are needed to help protect or improve your heart health.

No appointment necessary - simply come to St. Luke Community Hospital in Ronan (M-F 7:30 am - 5 pm), 12 hours fasted (that means water and meds only for 12 hours prior to your tests), and check in at the front desk. Please let staff know you're here for the heart health month package and they will take payment at the time of service. No health insurance is billed for this package.

Feel free to reach out to 406-528-5262 with any questions. Happy Heart Month, from the team at St. Luke Community Healthcare! ❤️

02/24/2026

Winter is a great time to prioritize strength, balance, and mobility. The St. Luke Physical Therapy Departments and Health & Fitness Center in Ronan offer comprehensive, customized care.

The Fitness Center in Ronan is open to the public Mon–Thurs 6am–4pm | Fri 6am–3:30pm (closed Sat/Sun).
Call (406) 528-5234 to learn more.