Fairview Range

06/02/2026

Fairview Range will be providing free blood pressure checks at this event on Thursday! Be sure to stop by!

Your health matters, and support is closer than you think! Join us at the Prevention in Action Clinic for FREE preventative health services and wellness resources for all.

No registration required and open to the public!

Location: North Star Church (302 2nd Ave N, Virginia, MN 55792)
Date: Thursday, June 4th, 2026
Time: 10am - 2pm

Come build connections, learn, and take a step toward better health. We hope to see you there!

06/02/2026

🌼 Celebrating Zach Lahti, RN – DAISY Award Honoree 🌼

We’re proud to honor Zach Lahti, RN, in Palliative Care, as one of this year's DAISY Award honorees!

Zach’s compassion, support, and dedication to both patients and their families are evident in the care he provides every day. His commitment is beautifully reflected in this heartfelt nomination:

“Zach came into our lives when my father-in-law, who lives with us, started using a palliative skilled nursing program in our area. He has been nothing but phenomenal to work with, but more recently, his compassion and knowledge have shone brighter than could be imagined.

He is the most supportive nurse I’ve ever met. You can tell he truly cares about each and every one of his patients, and not only his patients, but their families as well.

Zach has a unique gift when it comes to being a nurse. He is extremely intelligent, caring, kind, fun to be around, and always looking for the best solution.
My father-in-law suffers from Lewy body dementia. Zach is amazing with him and gives us the best support as well.”

Zach, thank you for the extraordinary care, compassion, and support you provide to patients and families every day. Your dedication and kindness bring comfort, reassurance, and hope to those you care for.

06/02/2026

Today, Fairview Range proudly joined M Health Fairview hospitals across Minnesota in raising the Pride flag in recognition of Pride Month. 🏳️‍🌈

We are honored to celebrate and support the LGBTQIA2S+ community while reaffirming our commitment to fostering a welcoming, inclusive, and equitable environment for our patients, team members, and communities. Together, we continue to create spaces where everyone feels seen, valued, and respected.

05/29/2026

☀️ Stay connected this May with The Fairview Focus!

Our external newsletter is a great way to keep up with Fairview Range news, community events, inspiring stories, and team highlights.

📩 bit.ly/FairviewRange_Register

05/26/2026

🌼 Celebrating Kaitlyn, RN – DAISY Award Honoree 🌼

We’re proud to honor Kaitlyn, RN, in the Breast Center, as one of this year's DAISY Award honorees!

Kaitlyn’s compassion, professionalism, and ability to bring comfort to patients and families leave a lasting impact on the people she cares for every day. Her dedication is beautifully reflected in this heartfelt nomination:

“My story starts on October 17th, 2025, with a routine yearly mammogram.
Only this time, they discovered a mass of some sort in my right breast that needed a biopsy, which was done on October 21st, 2025.

This is when I was first introduced to Kaitlyn S., RN Breast Navigator at the Breast Center. She was so nice, caring, and knowledgeable, and described everything that was going to happen during my breast biopsy procedure.

I was extremely nervous about this procedure, but she made me feel so comfortable under the circumstances.

A little background here, I fell down a flight of stairs 10 years ago, severely pinching my spinal cord and injuring my neck, which left me with extreme anxieties. So, I was extremely nervous about doing this procedure. Kaitlyn’s kindness, expert care, and support made a huge difference in how I handled this procedure.

Her compassion also made a world of difference when I decided to have this mass removed. She explained things clearly and in such a professional manner that went above and beyond her dedication to anyone’s health care issues.

On Tuesday, November 12th, 2025, the day of my surgery, I was pleasantly surprised to see her once again. She acknowledged me and explained that I was coming back to the mammogram area to have a procedure before surgery. Her positive attitude, along with her bright smile, once again calmed my anxieties. I felt at ease and continued to feel motivated to have this mass removed.

It is rare to have a complete stranger take control; however, in my opinion, she is definitely dedicated to her profession, and it speaks volumes to women like myself who are forever grateful for her compassion and support during these unknown circumstances that pop up out of nowhere in your later years of life.”

Kaitlyn, thank you for the kindness, reassurance, and exceptional care you provide to every patient you serve. Your compassion and dedication make a meaningful difference in the lives of so many.

05/23/2026

Today’s celebration is all about our Medical Coder team! 🎉
Thank you for everything you do behind the scenes and beyond.

05/22/2026

Wishing everyone a safe Memorial Day weekend! 🇺🇸 If you need us, we’ll be here.

While our pharmacy and clinics are closed on Monday, May 25th, our Urgent Care (located adjacent to the Emergency Department in Hibbing) is open 8 a.m. - 7 p.m. Our Emergency Department remains open 24/7 for emergency care.

05/21/2026

Follow the Youth Mental Health Initiative of Northeastern MN page for all of the latest updates and info about the 6th Annual Youth Mental Health Night! 💚💙

Mark your calendar! We can't wait for the 6th Annual Youth Mental Health Night at Minnesota Discovery Center in Chisholm, MN on Thursday, June 25th! 💚💙 Follow our page for the latest updates and info!

05/19/2026

We’re proud to celebrate our Accounting team! 👏💙
Here’s what their leader had to say about this amazing team ⬇️

05/18/2026

🌼 Celebrating Wayne Garrett, RN – DAISY Award Winner 🌼

We’re proud to honor Wayne Garrett, RN in Behavioral Health, as one of this year's DAISY Award honorees!

Wayne’s compassionate care, unwavering support, and ability to connect with patients and families during their most difficult moments leave a lasting impact far beyond the walls of our hospital. His dedication is beautifully reflected in this heartfelt nomination:

“I'll never forget the day we met Wayne. Our son was in the darkest place imaginable, ready to give up on everything, and we felt helpless watching him slip away. But Wayne? He was different from any nurse we'd encountered. He didn't just treat our son's symptoms - he saw the person behind the pain. Wayne sat with us for hours, patiently untangling the complex web of mental illness, helping us understand what our son was going through. He spoke with such genuine compassion that, for the first time, we felt like someone truly got it. Someone finally understood.
But what touched us most was how he believed in our son when our son couldn't believe in himself. Wayne never gave up, even during the hardest moments. He became more than a nurse - he became our beacon of hope, our guide through the storm.
Today, our son works in mental health, advocating for others fighting similar battles. And that? That's Wayne's legacy. He didn't just save our son's life - he helped him find his purpose.
Some people say angels walk among us. I believe it because we met one named Wayne.”

Wayne, thank you for the extraordinary compassion, hope, and humanity you bring to every patient and family you care for. Your impact reaches far beyond a single moment and changes lives for years to come.