COMMUNITY
Northwest Specialty Hospital In The Community
Community
At Northwest Specialty Hospital, community is everything.
Our local community comprises three prominent cities – Coeur d’Alene, Post Falls, and Hayden. Each is rapidly expanding, with a combined local population of over 179,000 people. We’re proud to serve this growing community – be it through high quality healthcare, employment opportunities, or philanthropic support.
Philanthropy
At Northwest Specialty Hospital, we are dedicated to giving back to our community.
We’ve received unwavering support from our local community, and we’re committed to paying it forward.
Kids Can’t Sleep? Here’s How to Get Them a Better Night’s Rest
Discover how much sleep kids need at every age, top kids’ sleep challenges, and tips for better sleep, including bedtime routines & screen time limits.
What is an Open MRI (and where to find one)
Experience the only claustrophobic-friendly, open MRI machine in North Idaho at Northwest Specialty Hospital and learn why it’s different from other MRIs.
Top Resolutions to Boost Your GI Health Every Year
Discover simple yet impactful resolutions to improve GI health, from eating more fiber and whole foods to managing stress and booking a colonoscopy.
7 Ways to Keep Your Kids Flu-Free This Holiday
Colds and RSV share many symptoms, but RSV can be more serious for young kids. Our team at Northwest Pediatrics in Coeur d’Alene explains why.
Hitting the Slopes? Avoid these common ski & snowboard injuries
Colds and RSV share many symptoms, but RSV can be more serious for young kids. Our team at Northwest Pediatrics in Coeur d’Alene explains why.
Cold vs. RSV in children: What every parent needs to know
Colds and RSV share many symptoms, but RSV can be more serious for young kids. Our team at Northwest Pediatrics in Coeur d’Alene explains why.
Thanksgiving 101: How to stay healthy and avoid urgent care
Burns, carving injuries, and food poisoning are common Thanksgiving injuries and illnesses in North Idaho. Stay safe with these tips from Northwest Urgent Care.
Why you need routine mammograms (and where to find one in North Idaho)
Are you up to date with your mammograms? A recent study indicated that 41% of women say they’ve either skipped their annual mammogram or delayed getting it done over the past year. And that’s concerning, says Rachel O’Connor, MD, a fellowship-trained breast...
What to expect at your first colonoscopy (and where to get one locally)
When was the last time you had a colonoscopy? Whether you’re overdue or you just scheduled your first one, you might be surprised by how quick and easy the process is today. A colonoscopy is the only screening test that can detect and remove precancerous polyps,...
Inspire vs. CPAP: Which sleep apnea treatment is right for me?
If you snore, have a restless night’s sleep or feel groggy all day, you may be living with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). While OSA erodes the quality and length of your sleep, new approaches like Inspire therapy can help you rest better so you’ll feel refreshed and...