Avera Medical Group Worthington

11/28/2025

Due to the incoming weather, there will be no Urgent Care tonight or tomorrow. We hope to open Urgent Care at the regular time, 11:00 a.m., on Sunday.

11/28/2025

A life-changing moment in high school set Brittany Walz on her path to Avera. After her dad was critically injured in a helicopter crash, she witnessed first-hand the teams that worked tirelessly to save his life and vowed to give back. Today, she's a physical therapy technician working toward a nursing degree and an organ donor. Learn how her family's experience shaped her calling to health care at https://bit.ly/4pA9iC5.

11/28/2025

For Jerry Stieneke, a recurrence of head and neck cancer meant facing some difficult decisions. A cutting-edge clinical trial is helping him make remarkable progress in his cancer journey. Learn how this collaborative approach is improving results for patients in this week's Avera Medical Minute at https://bit.ly/3KkreSd.

11/27/2025

On this day of gratitude, we give thanks for the patients who need us, the families who trust us and the communities who support us. We wish you a safe, healthy and happy Thanksgiving.

11/26/2025

It's Day 2 of our 12 Days of Healthy Holidays! 🍂 Today, let's take a moment to show our gratitude in this season of thanks. It can have incredible benefits on our health, including better sleep, less stress and less chronic pain!

11/25/2025

Grief can feel especially heavy during the holidays. Simple acts of self-care, honest conversations and meaningful traditions can help you find joy this season. Experts from Avera@Home share how to navigate the holidays while honoring your grief at https://bit.ly/3M3A3jJ.

11/24/2025

Today, we are kicking off our 12 Days of Healthy Holidays! Now through Christmas, we're providing tips to keep you and your loved ones merry and bright.

Day 1 - Balanced and Bountiful Meals: Healthy holiday eating doesn't have to mean skipping that slice of pie. Stick to the 80-20 rule!
🥧 Find ways to make your holiday favorites a little lighter and recipes you can add for a fruitful feast at https://bit.ly/3XFH78E

11/21/2025

Peggy Reed's journey was filled with courage and those who cared for her continue to carry her memory with them. Before she passed away, she chose a longer commute so she could be treated at Avera by a team who listened, cared and offered support. Inspired by her mother's experience, Peggy’s daughter is now paying that comfort forward. Learn how Peggy’s impact continues to help patients and how her care team helped bring peace to her and her family at https://bit.ly/3LInt9D.

11/20/2025

Caring for kids during a medical emergency takes skill, speed and a confidence that comes with real-world practice. Avera's pediatric emergency response training puts care teams into life-like scenarios, helping them stay calm and prepared when a real incident happens. Learn how this hands-on approach is improving care for children across the region when seconds count in this week's Avera Medical Minute at https://bit.ly/4i3i6hc.

11/20/2025

When you live miles from the nearest hospital, access to emergency care is vital. Avera's dedicated teams bridge the distance that can often stand between crisis and recovery. This National Rural Health Day, learn why these services are vital to areas across the Midwest at https://bit.ly/4oHlMaZ.

11/19/2025

Stiff, achy joints aren't always caused by the same condition. Osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis affect the body in different ways and have unique treatment plans. Learn what sets these conditions apart and how you can manage your symptoms at https://bit.ly/4rbM0US.

11/18/2025

Indulging in a sweet or salty treat can be difficult to avoid, especially during the holidays, but a few simple swaps can help keep your health on the right track. Anna Heronimous, an Avera Sports registered dietitian and sports nutrition specialist, explains which ingredients can cause inflammation and how a few small changes can reduce it at https://bit.ly/43Atco3.

11/14/2025

Embracing the Change Series: Hot flashes, sleep trouble and mood changes don't have to ruin your day. From hormone therapy to lifestyle adjustments, there are many ways to manage symptoms of perimenopause and menopause. Learn was treatment options can help you feel like yourself again at https://bit.ly/3JVDBUt.
This article is part of our series, "Embracing the Change," focusing on women’s health before and after menopause. Look for a new feature each month.

06/05/2025

If you often have a running list of things to do in your head, it may be time to check your mental load. Having too much on your plate can have a considerable impact on your mental and physical wellness. Learn how you can determine if your mental load is too heavy and when it may be time to seek outside help at https://heyor.ca/CSpeuu.

06/05/2025

06/05/2025

As we get older, many look for ways to slow down the aging process, but what really works? Dr. Anna Bahnson, an Avera dermatologist, shares what products you should be looking for and how to start your own skin routine at https://heyor.ca/ResIsJ.

04/10/2025

03/13/2025

Measles concerns are on the rise across the country, including here in the Midwest. With so much information circulating, it's tough to separate fact from fiction. Dr. Kara Bruning, an Avera pediatrician, answers your pressing questions, from key symptoms to how the virus is spread at https://heyor.ca/KAplOf.

02/14/2025

February is American Heart Month, reminding you to check in on it is time to assess your heart health. Learn how Planet Heart's comprehensive cardiovascular screening helps you understand your risk for heart diseases and strokes. Read more about how this easy program could help safeguard your health at https://heyor.ca/0sgAWz.

11/26/2024

Regular clinic and Urgent Care will be closed on Thanksgiving Day. We will resume regular hours on Friday.

01/12/2024

Access Health Worthington and Avera Medical Group Worthington will close at noon today. This also includes our Fulda location. There will be no Urgent Care tonight. Urgent Care will not be open this weekend. We will resume regular clinic hours on Monday.

03/25/2023

Make sure to stop by our booth at the Women's Expo today from 9-2 at Minnesota West! We are offering free lipid and glucose screenings and kids can pick a duck and win a prize!