Learning to Cope
Axis Staff Spotlight: Tim DaGiau’s Journey Beyond the Desk
Axis Health System Billing Specialist, Tim DaGiau, goes above and beyond for patients. A patient testimonial highlighted Tim’s dedication to ensuring a five-star experience, even going so far as to research affordable resources after their visit.
Introducing Heather Thompson, RN
Celebrating Excellence in Healthcare: Introducing Heather Thompson Honored with the Nightingale Award Every nurse's heart beats with the commitment to care, heal, and empower. The Nightingale Award, which champions excellence in the healthcare community, shines a...
What happens when you call a suicide help line?
Sam Lewarchick, a crisis therapist with Axis Health System, is a member of the team that responds to people who call the Axis care line seeking help with anything from anxiety to suicidal ideation. (Jerry McBride/Durango Herald) Fears of bills, law enforcement...
Mental health awareness takes center stage in off-season
New support groups, a men’s group and successful Green Light Campaign By Katherine Nettles, Crested Butte News When Crested Butte State of Mind (CBSOM) launched its first Green Light Campaign in 2021, the first beacons of unique lighting color began to pop up...
Axis Health System receives federal funding to help with building costs
Sarada Leavenworth, vice president of administration at Axis Health System, gives a tour of the nonprofit's new building. Money will go toward purchasing equipment, furniture and fixtures Article by: By Eliza DuBose, Herald Staff Writer, Durango Herald WASHINGTON –...
Axis’ Durango Integrated Healthcare Opens New Public Pharmacy
Axis Health System's Pharmacy Window on the 1st floor of Durango Integrated Healthcare Durango, CO – Axis Health System is pleased to announce the grand opening of the new Durango Integrated Healthcare pharmacy in the former Mercury building in La Plata County....
Axis Earns Recognition from the American Diabetes Association
Photo: Axis’ Durango Integrated Healthcare staff members, left to right, included Diabetes Educator Lisa Messerli, RD, Nurse Manager Rachel Wentling, Patient Experience Specialist Anita Lopez, Medical Assistant Nichole Riffle, and Nurse Practitioner Melissa Briggs in...
A Note from Axis CEO, Shelly Burke
Our organization has a long-standing and proud history of changing with the emerging healthcare needs of our patients and our communities. Over the course of the last year, we have several milestones worth highlighting: Expansion of our Cortez clinic to support...
Expanding Access to Care: New Therapists in Gunnison and San Miguel Counties
Recognizing the critical importance of accessible behavioral health care, we are excited to share that we have three therapists who have joined our team in Gunnison and San Miguel counties, expanding our capacity to support you on your personal wellness journey....
The Power Of Community Engagement: Elevating Mental Health Care Through Partnerships
We're thrilled to spotlight the remarkable strides in elevating mental health care services within our local law enforcement through our partnership with the La Plata County Sheriff's Office. This year, two dedicated Axis team members received La Plata County...
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