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Text about RSV protection alongside a woman holding a baby.

December 11, 2023

Questions about RSV?

RSV is a common respiratory virus that causes mild, cold-like symptoms. Anyone can get RSV, but it can be especially serious for infants and older…

December 11, 2023

Celebrations and Conversations – Widening Perspectives for the Holidays

Written by Hannah Max and translated by Ximena Rebolledo León, RN

Text about preparing for ski season, staying safe on slopes; images of a snowboarder, skiers on a slope, and a skier with helmet.

December 10, 2023

Are you ready for Ski Season?

By Anna Turner, M.D.
Winter is here, and we all know what that means. It’s ski season! Telluride locals and visitors are looking forward to snow and…

Thank you message to voters; Measure 6A passed, supporting the Medical Center. Forested mountain backdrop with emergency entrance.

December 10, 2023

Measure 6A Passes

Your support at the ballot box this November made a difference.

A smiling family in winter, with a message about open enrollment for health insurance and free assistance options.

November 6, 2023

Questions About Open Enrollment for Health Insurance? Ask a Guide.

Finding affordable health insurance can be tricky. Fortunately, the Tri-County Health Network has a team of Health Coverage Guides who can direct…

Text about cold and flu season, with images of winter activities like skiing, snowshoeing, and ice skating.

November 6, 2023

Cold and Flu Season is Here

Who doesn’t love winter in Telluride? But along with a return to the slopes comes a wintery mix of viruses that can derail your ski season and…

Notes on November as Native American Heritage Month with a scenic view and text from the Health Equity Desk.

November 6, 2023

A Nuanced Look at November as Native American Heritage Month

Note from the Health Equity Desk written by Ximena Rebolledo León (Registered Nurse)

October 10, 2023

Introducing an Improved Billing Experience

Billing can be a pain. We heard you, and we are doing what we can to make it better. This week we welcomed a new billing partner to the TMC team…

Text discussing inequities in mental health using an intersectional lens, alongside a close-up of hands holding.

October 4, 2023

Utilizing an Intersectional Lens to Examine Inequities in Mental Health

Written by Lindsay Wright (Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist) and translated by Cali G (Sworn Translator)

October 4, 2023

Ron & Joyce Allred Endorse the Telluride Medical Center Foundation

After meeting with the Telluride Medical Center Foundation (TMCF) and Telluride Regional Medical Center (TMC), Ron and Joyce Allred presented the…

October 4, 2023

Flu Shot and COVID-19 Vaccine Updates

Flu season starts in the fall and runs through the winter, so October is a great time to get a flu shot. Flu vaccine prevents millions of illnesses…

Healthcare professional discusses cervical cancer screenings and Pap smear information.

October 3, 2023

Everything you need to know about cervical cancer screenings

By Emily McGough
Oh, the Pap smear…

October 3, 2023

Calling the Medical Center is now a lot easier!

Our Patient Relations Team works hard to get you scheduled as soon as possible, but sometimes calls go unanswered. Last year we averaged 2,693 calls…

Hikers in autumn forest; text announces Telluride Medical Center grant for reproductive care access. Schedule by year's end.

September 26, 2023

Grant Helps Expand Access to Reproductive Care

A grant from the San Miguel County Department of Public Health has allowed Telluride Regional Medical Center to expand access to a wide range of…

Family smiling with text about National Hispanic Heritage Month and healthcare disparities, in English and Spanish.

September 1, 2023

Celebrating National Hispanic Heritage Month while Acknowledging Prevalent Healthcare Disparities

Note from the Health Equity Desk written by Ximena Rebolledo León (Registered Nurse) and Translated by Cali G. (Bilingual Health Access Facilitator)

Medicare Insurance Kit with a stethoscope, enrollment starts October 15.

August 31, 2023

Questions about Medicare? We’ve got you covered.

Open enrollment for Medicare starts October 15

Text with travel tips and a photo of an airplane in the sky.

August 31, 2023

11 Tips for Healthy Travel

Planning a trip? Don’t leave home without this checklist from the primary care team at the Telluride Regional Medical Center to help make sure your…

"Meet the TMC Team: Andrew Brown (PA-C) with a child, and Emma Christensen (MA, LPCC) holding a fish on a boat."

August 7, 2023

Meet our new team members

What is your role at TRMC?

August 7, 2023

TMC Animal Policy

At Telluride Regional Medical Center, we love our furry friends. Unfortunately pets and medical facilities aren’t an ideal match.

Text about equality in English and Spanish next to three women hiking in nature.

August 7, 2023

Reimagining Equality – Where Autonomy Reigns | Reimaginando la Igualdad – Donde Reina la Autonomía

Note from the Health Equity Desk written by Ximena Rebolledo León (Registered Nurse) and Translated by Cali G. (Bilingual Health Access Facilitator)

Parade and invitation for "Bandaids & BBQ" on Aug 8, 5-6:30 PM at Elks Lodge. An evening of fun, food, and friendraising.

August 1, 2023

The Telluride Medical Center Foundation Provides Important Support to the Medical Center

Telluride Medical Center Foundation (TMCF) is instrumental to the operations of the medical center. Reimbursements are not enough to cover all of the…

Text honoring Indigenous people on July 4th, with an elderly woman in traditional attire.

July 12, 2023

Honoring Indigenous People as we Celebrate the Fourth of July | Honrando a los pueblos originarios mientras celebramos el 4 de julio

Note from the Health Equity Desk written by Ximena Rebolledo León (Registered Nurse) and Translated by Cali (Bilingual Health Access Facilitator)

"Preparing for back to school" with photos and a reminder to schedule a well-child check.

July 12, 2023

Don’t wait until school starts to schedule a well-child check (aka sports physical)!

Even though it feels like summer just started, now is the perfect time to schedule a back-to-school well-child check. We often have more appointments…

Dr. Koelliker advises parents: Kids should wear helmets on e-bikes and scooters for safety.

July 1, 2023

Dr. Koelliker to parents: ‘Best Summer Ever’ comes with a trade-off

I’m noticing a concerning trend as I look around town: Kids riding e-bikes and powered scooters without helmets.

Telluride Hospital District elects a new board, responsible for TRMC's strategic direction. Image shows a building with emergency sign.

June 8, 2023

Telluride Hospital District Elects New Board

The Telluride Hospital District announced the results of its recent election for its Board of Directors. Marc Cabrera, who joined the board last year…

Text about combating LGBTQ health disparities with a rainbow flag and scenic sunset background.

June 7, 2023

Combating Health Disparities for LGBTQ Individuals

By Hannah Max
June is Pride Month, a time for LGBTQ individuals and allies to celebrate the diversity and progress of the queer community. The first…

Chair 7 Clinic celebrates its first anniversary, hosting 3,400+ patient visits over the past year.

June 7, 2023

Chair 7 Clinic Celebrates First Anniversary

On June 1, 2022, we opened our new Chair 7 Clinic. Located in the Cimarron Lodge building near the base of Chair 7 at 300 S. Mahoney, Suite C-1, the…

Purple flowers in a mountain landscape; text about expanding a medical facility in Telluride.

June 7, 2023

A Giant Leap for Telluride: An update on the effort to build a new, expanded medical facility

The effort to build a new, expanded medical facility in Telluride took a huge leap forward on May 17 when the San Miguel County Board of County…

Dr. Grundy discusses tick safety, removal tips, and when to contact a medical center.

June 3, 2023

Dr. Grundy Talks Tick Safety

I’m not going to name names, but someone I am married to (Tor) found a tick in the last place you’d ever think to look (between his legs), which…

Health Month at TRMC: Tackling Health Disparities. By Ximena Rebolledo León, RN. Translated by Cali Granito, BHAF.

May 1, 2023

Health Month at TRMC | Mes de la Salud en la clínica de Telluride

Health Month at TRMC – An Opportunity to (begin to) Tackle Health Disparities

Text about altitude sickness prevention, with people and bikes near a tent in front of rustic buildings.

April 25, 2023

Don’t Let Altitude Sickness Dampen Your Rocky Mountain High

Nothing beats summer in the Colorado mountains. Here in Telluride, stunning vistas and world class festivals draw tourists from across the country and…

Is it time for your annual preventive health visit? Featuring Dr. Grundy, encouraging scheduling an appointment.

April 25, 2023

Annual Preventive Health Visit: Who needs one? What is it? And why now?

Prevention is the foundation of wellness, and May is Preventive Health Month — our time to double down on our effort to make sure this message finds…

April 6, 2023

April is Celebrate Diversity Month

Dr. Maya Angelou once said, “We all should know that diversity makes for a rich tapestry, and we must understand that all the threads of the tapestry…

April 6, 2023

Unmasked: TRMC Universal Mask Mandate Lifted

Based on declining COVID-19 infection trends, Telluride Regional Medical Center lifted universal mask mandates for all clinical areas effective March…

A man smiling next to a retirement announcement for Dr. Kent Gaylord after 27 years of service in Telluride.

April 6, 2023

Thank you, Dr. Gaylord!

For 27 years, the Telluride community and our TRMC team have been incredibly fortunate to receive care from and to work alongside Dr. Kent Gaylord…

April 6, 2023

May is TRMC Health Month

Every month is health month at Telluride Regional Medical Center, but May is special. The lifts and Gondola are shuttered, and the off-season is…

Dr. Diana Koelliker named interim CEO of Telluride Hospital District, effective April 17.

March 31, 2023

Dr. Diana Koelliker Named Interim CEO of Telluride Regional Medical Center

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Pushkin Public Relations
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Man in a medical setting near an X-ray machine; text promotes TRMC's 24-hour ER service in Telluride.

March 15, 2023

72 Hours in the TRMC ER

As the Telluride region’s only 24-hour emergency and trauma center, things can get pretty hectic in our ER. Especially during our busy winter and…

Heart held by hands, text about Telluride healthcare demand and patient recap for 2022.

March 15, 2023

Meeting the growing demand for healthcare in Telluride

While many patients postponed or avoided routine medical care in the early days of the pandemic, things started to rebound in 2022. Our Primary Care…

Text about the end of the Coronavirus Public Health Emergency, with "What Will Change?" in English and Spanish.

March 15, 2023

The Coronavirus Public-Health Emergency is Ending. What Will Change?

At the start of the coronavirus pandemic in 2020, the federal government declared a Public Health Emergency (PHE). That allowed the government to…

February 16, 2023

Recognizing Healthcare Disparities During Black History Month

Black History Month first began as a week-long celebration in February of 1926 that encompassed the birthdays of Frederick Douglass and Abraham…

Text about new childhood obesity guidelines and two kids playing in the snow.

February 15, 2023

New Childhood Obesity Guidelines Raising Concerns

In January, the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) updated its guidelines for treating childhood obesity for the first time in 15 years. Those…

A skier on a snowy slope with text encouraging heart health awareness in Telluride.

February 15, 2023

Healthy, active adults should still prioritize heart health

The Denver Post recently reported that huge numbers of people in Colorado postponed appointments for everything from cancer screenings to wellness…

January 18, 2023

Culturally Responsive Health Access

Did you know that over the next 20 years, the Latino population in Colorado will increase from a current share of 21% of the population (1.1 million…

TRMC delivers Telluride's first baby of 2023 during an action-packed weekend.

January 18, 2023

TRMC Emergency Department Delivers New Year’s Baby

The holidays are always the busiest time of the year for the ER team at Telluride Regional Medical Center. But this year, the team got a special gift…

A doctor promotes scheduling annual preventive health visits for new beginnings.

January 18, 2023

New Year, New Beginnings

By Dr. Anna Turner, M.D.

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