“My surgery was wonderful from the whole get go, beginning with the people who helped manage my insurance. The ladies in pre-surgery, everybody was just wonderful.  They were attentive and gave good explanations.  This is a wonderful facility with great people working here.  I’m very excited about it because I’m very active.  I have a big dog that I walk every day; I swim and do Zumba, and I haven’t been able to do these things. And then my hip got really bad, because it’s being influenced by my back.  Everyone is excited about this new TOPS device.  It is cool.  I’m 67, but I’m very active. I swam 3 days a week and my husband and I are golfers.  I had to quit these things.  I told Dr. Sielatycki that I’m happy to be his poster child for Wyoming. I want to do this procedure, and I want to get back to my life.  I’m very excited.”

Diane is the first person in Wyoming to have the surgical procedure using the TOPS system, a state-of-the-art motion preservation spinal device.

“Having a strong family history of breast cancer means living with a constant, quiet fear in the background of everyday life. Losing my mother to breast cancer three years ago at the young age of 64 made that fear very real. It changed how I think about my own health, my future, and the importance of early detection.  I am 39, an age when I shouldn’t be worrying about breast cancer and screening, but I have to because of my family history.  I started screening early with a mammogram this fall.  My mammogram was clear, but it was recommended that because of my dense breast tissue I should have a breast MRI.  Not having access to breast MRI locally, I found myself looking elsewhere.  When I heard the news within months of having my mammogram that contrast-enhanced mammography was coming to PVHC, I was ecstatic!!  

Contrast-enhanced mammography gives me something I didn’t have before, reassurance. Knowing this technology can detect cancers that might be missed by traditional imaging helps me feel seen, protected, and taken seriously as someone at higher risk. It’s not just about advanced equipment—it’s about peace of mind.

This technology gives me confidence that if something changes, it has a better chance of being caught early, when treatment options are greater and outcomes can be better. After watching someone I love fight and lose to this disease, that knowledge is incredibly powerful.

Contrast-enhanced mammography represents hope to me—hope that my story can be different, hope that vigilance matters, and hope that technology can help turn fear into proactive care and empowerment.

The gals in radiology were amazing as always!  Lauren, Sam, and Katie were kind, knowledgeable, and made the experience less daunting.  They were quick, explained everything they were doing, and got me in and out.  Way to go PVHC for bringing the newest technology to our town to give peace of mind to young women like me!”

I am writing to thank you for the care I received at Powell Valley Health Care on November 10th.

I was scheduled for a total knee replacement with Dr. Galen Mills and his Physician Assistant, Jimmie Edwards.
Although I live in Cody, the surgery was scheduled in Powell due to a robotic equipment preference of the doctor. Upon arrival, I was greeted by name by the receptionist who personally walked me back to admitting.
Once paperwork was completed, Jen, my nurse, was waiting for me to escort us to pre-op. It was unusual to feel so welcome at a hospital.

In my room, Jen and Mikayla worked efficiently as a team to prepare for surgery and assured my husband and I that all would be well. They always called us by name as if we were old friends. It was very comforting.

When my veins wouldn’t cooperate for blood typing and an IV, the team reached out to a lab technician who was fast, efficient, and friendly. I’m sorry I didn’t get his name, but he certainly remembered to use mine.

My nurse anesthetist, Tony, took notes of my concern, asked important questions and did so with kindness and humor. Dr. Mills arrived to review last minute concerns. He also offered comfort and prayer.

Rachel, Danielle, and Sammi handled my post-surgery care with concern and compassion. I was on my feet almost immediately and the staff worked hard to keep ahead of my pain with proper medication.

When hunger set in, the nurses advised us to order lunch. My husband was invited to join me. He had been in the hospital all day, too! And, to my surprise, a nice made-to-order lunch was delivered by a young man who again, called us by first names (I wish I could remember his). He was happy and proud of the meal; he wanted to be certain we enjoyed it. He left by saying, if there was anything else he could get for us to let him know. It may seem silly, but he made me feel as if we were important people at a restaurant! He wasn’t simply throwing a tray of food at us; he wanted us to enjoy it. And we did.

Over the past 35 years living in Park County, Wyoming I’ve had ER visits, broken bones requiring surgery and had to undergo other general surgery at centers and hospitals from Cody to Billings, MT. This was my first experience with Powell Valley Healthcare, and I can honestly say everyone from the medical professionals to the receptionist and food services made our experience a positive one.

Thank you, Powell Valley Healthcare team, for turning an unpleasant surgery into a positive experience.

Most sincerely,
Jeanna Kennedy

“The infusion center here is absolutely amazing. I would like to get it out there so more people know about it. I travel to Billings 4 times a week and I’m trying to get everything switched so I can drive 6 blocks instead of 194 miles round trip.

The thing I absolutely love about this team in here is they are so caring and compassionate. They’re empathetic, sympathetic, and they are on the ball. When something is wrong, they catch it before anything starts. And I’ve had treatments everywhere from Texas to Washington. This is one of the better units that I have been to, in little tiny Powell, Wyoming.

I truly wish that people would call and ask if their treatment can be given here, because I was amazed at the line of medications that they can give here. Everybody here is fantastic.”

“Karen and I want you to know how much we appreciated the outstanding care I received during my stay in the Swing Bed Unit from February 10th thru March 31, 2026.

First, we were pleased with Stacia’s guidance as my case manager. She gave us so much good information about things we had no idea we could gain from. Her knowledge and caring attitude helped us immeasurably while I was at PVHC and after I was released. We had no idea of the type and amount of care we could get from CRH Home Health Care, which kept me busy with PT and OT for 8 weeks! Thank you for making the arrangements for me for that. Stacia’s leadership abilities were evident every week in our case meetings. She kept everyone on a professional keel, allowing for a laugh or two, and provided priceless information for Karen and me.

We were also very pleased with the nursing and physical therapy I received during my stay there. If I could remember half of the nurses’ names I’d call them all out, but since I’m short on memory, I dare not name those I can remember. All were very professional, but a few went above and beyond! The MAs and CNAs were great. Jeri was exceptional. Sarah took me off my back and onto my feet and in a compassionate and very caring way. Tina provided some very tasty snacks and protein-rich foods and checked often to see if I was fed well (actually fed a little too well!).

The food there was very good and the delivery service was exceptional. Paul, Nate, and Mike often helped me with my meals by cutting meat and other items into small bite-sized pieces! Now that is over the top!

All in all, we were very pleased with my care and will definitely recommend PVHC to friends and family.

With our great appreciation.”

“Our mother’s stay at The Heartland has been the most fun and rewarding experience, far above what we had hoped for! We definitely recommend The Heartland to everyone. We love the staff, and their compassion and professionalism are exceptional. They have been a tremendous blessing to our family. We cannot say enough great things about the Heartland and staff. Thank you for all you have done for us.

Caring for a precious loved one who is dealing with physical and cognitive decline is a daunting challenge for the family members. We have had to set aside some bad experiences and keep searching for that special loving care for our mother. We found that care at the Heartland Assisted Living, a gem of a facility. Thank you for loving and caring (so well!) for our mother.”

“After experiencing some complications during the delivery of my first baby, my anxiety became elevated during my second pregnancy.  Dr. Comer and each member of the OB team delivered excellent care and were extremely supportive in helping to ease my mind through every visit.  I would like to give a special thanks to Dr. Comer, RayAnn and Danielle!  RayAnn and Danielle not only provided exceptional care, but were so knowledgeable.  The information they provided helped me feel comfortable and confident in the decisions I had to make during my pregnancy and delivery.  Dr. Comer took the time to listen to my concerns and advocated for me when I wasn’t able to advocate for myself. Our community is very lucky and blessed to have an OB team that is passionate about their jobs and their patients… and it shows!”

My experience at PVHC for my hip replacement surgery was excellent!
Dr. Galen Mills is outstanding in all areas. He explained the surgery fully,
both the good outcomes and possible complications. He is courteous, kind,
thorough, and actually listens to what his patients have to say. On surgery
day, every person I came in contact with was caring and responsive to
my needs. I again received excellent explanations of each person’s job
during the surgery and was asked if I had any questions. I would highly
recommend to anyone to have surgery at Powell Valley Healthcare. My healing
was very quick and thorough due to Dr. Mills’ outstanding skills as a surgeon.

I would like to give a shout out to PVHC Physical Therapy also!
The entire team is excellent, from scheduling to individual therapy. The
care I received from the entire staff was kind, courteous and attentive to
my healing process!

“I am so grateful to PVHC for making my surgery go as smoothly as possible! Having suffered from severe anxiety for years I was grateful for the amazing nurses who helped ease that stress for me. I loved how quickly I was able to have my spinal hardware removed by Dr. Sielatycki and his team! I am a little over a week post op and feeling great! I have never had a smoother recovery and care in any other hospital!  Amy Buck is really good, too, and has helped me a lot over the years.  She was wonderful in helping me manage having this surgery and I really appreciate that.”