Press Releases

Join us for a free fitness class at Welia Center this month! October Wellbeats CalendarDownload October Wellbeats Class DescriptionsDownload

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Welia Health congratulates Peter Donner, MD, on being recognized by the University of Minnesota Medical School’s Rural Physician Associate Program (RPAP) for his years of dedication and service to the program. Dr. Donner has been a family physician in our care system since 1987 and has mentored 21 medical students through RPAP in that time.…

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The CDC announced on August 19, 2021, that moderate to severely immunocompromised people should receive an additional dose of mRNA COVID-19 vaccines (Pfizer/BioNTTech or Moderna vaccines), changing the series from 2 to 3. This recommendation does not apply to those who have received the Johnson & Johnson (Janssen) vaccine. Individuals* that should get a third…

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The US Food and Drug Administration has approved the first COVID-19 vaccine, Pfizer-BioNTech, to prevent COVID-19 disease in people 16 years and older. For individuals who are moderate to severely immunocompromised, the CDC recently recommended an additional dose of mRNA COVID-19 vaccine at least 28 days after a second dose. The vaccine will continue to…

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Scott TenNapel will be retiring from his general psychology practice effective August 29, 2021. He will, however, continue to provide testing and diagnostic services. Scott TenNapel, PhD, Mental Health provider at Welia Health To schedule with a new provider: Jen Peterson, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker is taking appointments and can be reached at: 320.679.1313.…

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Community Resource Guide

We compiled area resources our communities have to offer in one handy guide! Download here: Welia Health Community Resource GuideDownload

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Kelsey Abraham, PA-C, Family Medicine provider at Welia Health Kelsey Abraham, PA-C, a Family Medicine provider at Welia Health, has announced she will leave her clinical practice as of July 23, 2021. Kelsey found a new opportunity that will allow her to be closer to home and family. Welia Health will send a letter to…

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Jill Herges, CNP We are proud to announce our newest member to the talented team of Nurse Practitioners, Jill Herges. Herges is a family medicine practitioner who sees patients of all ages for general medical concerns (no OB) in Mora and Hinckley. Appointments are available, call 320.679.1313

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Dear community members: We are at an important moment in our fight against COVID-19. Each and every one of us has an opportunity to make a significant contribution to bring this devastating pandemic to an end. Currently, three vaccines have been studied, authorized and are now widely available to all Minnesotans 12 years and older.…

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Athletic Trainers, High School Coaches, and Athletic Directors are encouraging you to complete this 10-minute assessment before fall sports begin. Concussion baseline testing is free and is a requirement for all student athletes attending our area schools. Sign up for one of our three dates: July 15, 11am-2pm at Hinckley-Finlayson Fitness Center Community Education Rooms July 20,…

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