Southwest Health Introduces New Colorectal Surgery Service

Southwest Health is proud to announce a new Colorectal Surgery service, offering advanced, comprehensive care for patients with a wide range of colorectal conditions. This new service is a significant expansion of Southwest Health’s commitment to providing high-quality, patient-centered care to the community and surrounding areas. The program is led by a highly skilled colorectal […]
Pediatrician, Dr. Ankumah-Saikoom, Joins Southwest Health

Southwest Health proudly announces pediatrician, Dr. Jason Ankumah-Saikoom (Dr. Jason) has joined the Family Medicine team. As a dedicated pediatrician, Dr. Jason will be caring for pediatric patients at both Southwest Health’s Platteville and Darlington Clinic. Pediatricians specialize in the health and development of children, providing expert care tailored to their unique needs, from routine […]
Heart Disease in Women

Because heart disease affects women differently than men, the symptoms can often be misunderstood, making heart disease dangerous for women.
Gaming and Mental Health: The Good and Bad

Video games have become an integral part of entertainment for many children and young adults, offering both positive and negative effects on their mental health.
New Year, New Insurance Cards

With the start of a new year, you may have received a new insurance card in the mail. Before you immediately put it your wallet, take a few minutes to ensure all the information is correct and you have an understanding of all the information provided. This will help you in the long run if […]
Community Health Needs Assessment is Complete

Southwest Health concluded and published the most recent Community Health Needs Assessment (CHNA). The assessment is completed every three years in compliance with IRS 501(r) guidelines to understand the broad healthcare needs of our communities. The CHNA was conducted regionally in partnership with other area healthcare organizations, including: Gundersen Boscobel Area Hospital and Clinics, Grant […]
Interventional Pain Specialist to See Patients in Kieler Clinic

Southwest Health’s Interventional Pain Specialist, Martha Levy, DNP, ARNP, is now seeing patients in the Kieler Clinic in addition to the Platteville Clinic. Her practice has expanded to allow seeing more patients closer to home as they seek relief from their chronic pain. Interventional pain management is a specific kind of pain management treatment. Rather than […]
Southwest Health Receives 2024 Press Ganey Human Experience Guardian of Excellence Award® for Fifth Consecutive Year

Southwest Health announced they have been named a Human Experience (HX) Guardian of Excellence Award® winner by Press Ganey, the global leader in healthcare experience solutions and services. This award is part of Press Ganey’s annual ranking of the country’s top hospitals and health systems, according to performance in patient, physician, and employee experience. With […]
Cervical Health Awareness Month

January is Cervical Cancer Awareness Month, a time to raise awareness of the causes of cervical cancer and how screening and vaccination can help prevent this disease.
Avoid Tanning Beds – Even in Winter

People may think that tanning beds are a safe alternative to sun exposure during the winter months, but the harmful UV radiation is still present, and significantly increases risk of developing skin cancer, especially melanoma.