News & Updates
Burnett Medical Center Announces Appointment of Megan Sandgren as New Chief Executive Officer
Burnett Medical Center (BMC) is pleased to announce the appointment of Megan Sandgren as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective December 1, 2025. Megan Sandgren brings over a decade of experience in the healthcare industry, with a strong reputation for strategic leadership, operational excellence, and a deep commitment to patient-centered care. Sandgren holds a pharmacy…
Read MoreCare When You Need It: Walk into Grantsburg’s Walk-in Clinic
When you or a loved one gets sick or injured, waiting days or even weeks for a doctor’s appointment can be frustrating—and sometimes, it’s just not an option. At Burnett Medical Center (BMC) you don’t have to wait. BMC’s walk-in clinic located right here in Grantsburg, Wisconsin is your local source for fast, reliable, and…
Read MoreBMC Converts to a New Electronic Health Record System
On November 12, 2023, BMC converted its electronic health record software system to Epic, the number one electronic health record software company in the country. Epic will allow BMC to communicate better with other Epic facilities. An electronic health record is a digital version of a patient’s medical history. It includes basic identifying information, past…
Read MoreStay Healthy, Learn Happy: Ensure Your Child is Ready for School with Well-Child Checkups
As the summer days start to wind down, it’s that time of year again — back to school! Along with preparing backpacks and school supplies, it’s crucial to prioritize your child’s health and well-being before they head back to the classroom. At Burnett Medical Center, we are dedicated to ensuring your child’s health is in…
Read MoreWhen To Visit a Walk-In Clinic Instead of the Emergency Room for Your Healthcare Needs
Did you know that Burnett Medical Center has a walk-in clinic right here in Grantsburg, WI? Many people may not know that not all acute health issues require a visit to the emergency room. Some medical issues that require immediate attention but aren’t life-threatening are better suited for walk-in clinics, like the one at Burnett…
Read MoreWhat is ENT?
ENT stands for Ears, Nose and Throat, and is believed to be one of the oldest medical specialties in the U.S. ENT doctors, also referred to as an otolaryngologist, are trained in the medical and surgical management and treatment of patients with diseases and disorders of the ear, nose, throat, and related structures of the…
Read MoreGo With Your Gut…
While scheduling your colonoscopy is one of those dreaded tasks on the to-do list, it’s one of the most important. Colon cancer is very common, and it can affect anyone. The good news is, it is treatable when caught early! What is a Colonoscopy? A colonoscopy is a medical procedure performed by a surgeon to…
Read MoreRadiology and Imaging
The x-ray changed the medical field forever. The ability to see inside the body has made Diagnostic Imaging crucial to modern medical care. With the variety of imaging services available at BMC, we can diagnose and treat a wide range of medical needs. What is Diagnostic Imaging? Diagnostic Imaging is the term used to define…
Read MoreBMC’s COVID Updates
COVID-19 vaccinations On December 17, 2020, BMC received its first supply of the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine. It was delivered for distribution to frontline healthcare workers and to BMC’s Continuing Care Center residents. Those doses were all administered, in a timely fashion, to our hospital staff and Continuing Care Center residents within 48 hours. BMC received…
Read MoreBurnett Medical Center Celebrates 90th Anniversary and National Rural Health Day
Back in 1930, the first hospital in Grantsburg opened on November 19th. The cost was $25,700. Forty-seven residents purchased initial shares in the corporation. Two physicians and one surgeon were on the medical staff. Fast-forward to today and Burnett Medical Center is not just a hospital but also a long-term care facility and family practice…
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