Working with your healthcare team is more important than ever, and we would like you to know the best ways that you can be involved in yours.  We’ve created the following handout that you can use to help strengthen your relationship with your healthcare team!

2021 Vaccine Coverage Changes Due to funding cuts at the state level, some programs in Wyoming have been changed. WyVIP, which stands for Wyoming Vaccinates Important People, will now only be available at Public Health offices, Rural Health clinics, and Federally Qualified Health Centers. What does this mean for you? Currently, both WyVIP and VFC [...]

Happy Hypoxia COVID-19 can cause many issues, but one to watch out for is what has been called "Happy Hypoxia". But what does this look like, and how can you watch for it? COVID-19 can cause low oxygen levels to occur, and normally you would feel the effects of this. But in some people, it [...]

The following policy is effective immediately:

The following policy is effective immediately:

Dr. Firth gave this presentation at our staff meeting.  It has great information about COVID19 antibody testing, so we thought we'd share it! We apologize for the shaky cam at the beginning. Dr. Firth Video

We appreciate your understanding with the many updates and changes. Please know that we are still seeing patients in the clinic for wellness, follow-up visits, and sick visits. In an effort to minimize exposure to patients and staff: We have telehealth options for appointments. Follow directions by staff and signs to go to the correct [...]

Telehealth has been proven to improve overall health outcomes for chronic disease patients, reduce hospitalizations and re-admissions among high risk patients, prevent acute events, support adherence to prescribed plans of care, improve patient experience, and lower costs to both patients and providers. Karen R. Thomas, founder of Advanced Telehealth Solutions As we work our way […]

In honor of National Nutrition Month, we sat down with our newest OB/GYN provider, Sam Skelton CNM, and asked a few questions of her about pregnancy and nutrition. We’ve compiled her information with some helpful charts and links to share with you. So what are some common issues or misconceptions? A big issue with pregnancy [...]

Keeping you informed and safe is a top priority with Lander Medical Clinic and Western Family Care. We have been working with our Public Health Department and keeping up to date on current CDC and Wyoming Department of Health recommendations and statements. We have compiled the following letter to address patient concerns and questions. As [...]

What drew you to Fremont County? I was drawn to Fremont County for many reasons: I grew up in a mountain valley of northern Utah.  Both my wife and I have missed living close to the mountains. This was an opportunity to live and work in a place that felt like home. Also, this location [...]

Whether you are newly pregnant or just thinking about having a baby, the best way to prepare for a healthy pregnancy is to receive timely prenatal care.   Dr. Anderson, Dr. Siebersma and Chase Ommen offer a full range of prenatal medical and support services in the privacy and comfort of our obstetricians' offices in Lander [...]

What drew you to Fremont County?  The mountains.  My family loves the area and we really “feel at home”.   What would you like every patient to know?  Pregnancy is normal.  Women are designed incredibly well to have a baby.  I’m usually “hands-off” as long as labor is progressing well.   For Gynecology patients we can help [...]

What drew you to Fremont County? I’m a native of Fremont County.  I wanted to work in my home area.  Also love the lifestyle - outdoors, small town. What would you like every patient to know? I am a midwife.  I promote a normal, natural approach to women’s health, pregnancy, birth and postpartum care.  I [...]

 Going to your first gynecologist appointment may give you butterflies, but starting a habit that provides a foundation for a lifetime of health is one of the smartest steps a young woman can take. Women should start receiving annual gynecology exams between the ages of 18 and 21, or when they become sexually active. However, [...]

 

We’re excited to announce that Dr. Anderson will be joining our Women’s Health team in June 2018. Jeff Anderson, DO, Jan Siebersma, MD and Chase Ommen, CNM will be accepting new patients in both Lander and Riverton clinics.  They all attend deliveries at Sage West Hospital in Lander.

As a certified nurse midwife, Chase can provide well-women care, including annual exams and family planning/contraception. She also does prenatal, delivery and postpartum care. Accepting patients in both Lander & Riverton.

As a Certified Physician’s Assistant, Heather is a trusted healthcare provider who sees patients throughout the lifespan.  PA’s can: Conduct physical exams Diagnose and treat illnesses Order and interpret tests Develop treatment plans Counsel on preventative healthcare Write Prescriptions We are excited to add her to our team.

Western Family Care is open at the new location. Looks like Western Family Care finally outgrew it’s little log home

Urgent Care is now offered on Saturdays!

Carolyn M. Renner, MS, RDN, LD Is the registered dietitian/nutritionist at Lander Medical Clinic and Western Family Care. She received her BS in Home Economics from the University of Wyoming then completed her internship and MS in Nutritional Science at the University of Michigan. She consults with individuals, hospitals, healthcare facilities, state agencies and corporations. […]