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PALMER, Alaska, May 1, 2025 -- Mat-Su Regional Medical Center earned an “A” Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group, an independent national nonprofit watchdog focused on patient safety. Leapfrog assigns an “A,” “B,” “C,” “D” or “F” grade to general hospitals across the country based on over 30 measures of errors, accidents, injuries and infections as well as the systems hospitals have in place to prevent them. “We're proud to earn this top safety grade. It is a powerful reflection of our purpose:... ... Read More

Palmer, AK, 3/31/25 -- To celebrate National Doctors’ Day, Mat-Su Regional along with Mat-Su Health Foundation, donated money to Kids Kupboard, a local nonprofit addressing child food insecurity in the Mat-Su Valley. The contribution, made in honor of the physicians on the hospital’s medical staff, reflects the organization’s gratitude for their tireless service and its ongoing mission to support community wellness. On hand to present the symbolic check, were Dr. Tracy Slager, Mat-Su Regional's chief of... ... Read More

Total Community Benefit Exceeded $164 million in 2024 Palmer, Alaska – Mat-Su Regional Medical Center provided care to thousands of area residents in 2024, with more than 197,000 patient encounters across its network of physician clinics and other outpatient sites of care. In addition to delivering safe, quality, compassionate healthcare, the health system is helping those in need, supporting charitable organizations and contributing to the area economy. In its most recent Community Benefit Report, Mat-... ... Read More

Palmer, AK, March 2025 – Mat-Su Regional Medical Center has earned designation as a Level III Trauma Center following successful completion of the American College of Surgeons (ACS) and the State of Alaska’s approval process. The ACS verification process reviews the hospital’s ability to provide comprehensive and timely care for patients. As a Level III Trauma Center in Alaska, Mat-Su Regional is equipped to provide 24-hour immediate coverage by emergency medicine physicians and the prompt availability ... ... Read More

Celebrates Heart Month with Grand Opening of Second Cardiac Catheterization Lab Palmer, AK - As part of its commitment to support the heart health of Mat-Su Valley residents, Mat-Su Regional Medical Center has invested $3.5 million for construction of a second cardiac catheterization suite and new imaging technology that allows the hospital to offer more advanced cardiovascular services, diagnostic imaging for vascular care and interventional radiology. Hospital and community leaders kicked off Heart Mo... ... Read More

Palmer, AK, Jan 2025 – Every three seconds, someone in the world is diagnosed with a type of dementia, which is the general term for certain conditions resulting in the loss of memory, language and ability to make decisions, often to the point that it impacts everyday life. Caused by damage to brain cells, dementia is becoming increasingly more common as a leading cause of disability and dependency among older Americans. However, evidence suggests living a healthy lifestyle could help prevent severe cog... ... Read More

New grade for fall 2024 is a national recognition for commitment to patient safety Palmer, AK, Nov 15,2024-Mat Su Regional Medical Center earned an “A” Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group, an independent national nonprofit watchdog focused on patient safety. Leapfrog assigns an “A,” “B,” “C,” “D” or “F” grade to general hospitals across the country based on over 30 performance measures reflecting errors, accidents, injuries and infections, as well as the systems hospitals have in place to prev... ... Read More

Palmer, AK - October 29, 2024 – Every year on October 29, the world comes together to raise awareness of Stroke during World Stroke Day. “Stroke is the leading cause of adult disability and the fifth leading cause of death in Alaska,” says Amber Simonetti, RN, stroke coordinator at Mat-Su Regional Medical Center. “Our goal is to not only preserve your life, but also protect your quality of life by continuously striving for excellence in our systems of care.” According to the American Stroke Association ... ... Read More

Early Detection and Treatment of Breast Cancer Gives Best Chance of Survival Palmer, Alaska, Oct 16, 2024 – The American College of Radiology now recommends women who are at average risk for breast cancer get screening mammograms annually starting at age 40 for women of average risk. The recommendations are in response to the increase in breast cancer diagnoses in younger women and high mortality rates in Black women. Women with strong family histories of breast cancer, African Americans and those of As... ... Read More

Palmer, AK, Sept 10, 2024 – This is a good time to review health insurance policies to ensure you will get the most out of plan benefits, especially if you have already met the annual deductible. Many insurance plans will cover most, if not all, costs for eligible medical procedures and treatments once an individual meets the deductible and out of pocket maximum, making the second half of the year an opportune time to schedule any necessary or elective medical procedures that may have been postponed to ... ... Read More