CMC has a busy October coming up!

Caribou Medical Center is a place that in many ways connects the residents of Caribou County to one another.  Beyond the fact that people of all communities in the area utilize the services of the ever-expanding service lines at CMC, the center and its associated clinics employ scores of local individuals, from surgeons to cooks, from IT administrators to Patient Navigators.  

In addition to its ongoing effort to increase and add to the many types of services that can be obtained at CMC, the center is also increasing the ease of access for residents of the county by adding to its physical locations.  

In furtherance of that goal, Caribou Medical Center (CMC) announced the groundbreaking of its new Grace Clinic on Monday, October 13, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. The clinic was announced last year, and its completion will mark an exciting milestone in expanding healthcare access for the local community.  Over the last months, plans have been finalized, the property has been surveyed, and the final steps in the process necessary before the construction are finally completed.

The groundbreaking event is open to all members of the community and their families, and will feature remarks from CMC CEO Kent Loosle, Mayor Jackie Barthlome, and CMC provider Brett Smith. In attendance will be the Grace HS band to perform in the program, CMC board members, and CMC employees who live in or are from Grace. Following the ceremony, attendees are invited to enjoy a bonfire and dinner as part of the celebration.

“The Grace Clinic represents our commitment to providing high-quality, local healthcare to families in the Grace area and beyond,” said CEO Kent Loosle. “We’re thrilled to share this special moment with our employees, community members, and local leaders.”

The groundbreaking event is free and open to the public, offering community members an opportunity to learn more about the new clinic and celebrate the continued growth of healthcare services in Grace and surrounding communities.

The event will begin and end in the Grace park, while the actual groundbreaking will be on the site of the new clinic, which is just to the south of the city park, at 116 S Main St.  For more information about the Grace Clinic or the groundbreaking event, please contact Erika Dannelly at [email protected] or (208) 547-2674.

Urgent Care Clinic

Caribou Medical Center also announced the opening of its new urgent care clinic in Lakeview B Clinic, located at 300 West 3rd S, Soda Springs. The urgent care clinic officially opens Saturday, November 1, 2025 offering extended hours to better serve the community.

Open Fridays until 8 p.m. and Saturdays from 8 a.m. to noon, the urgent care provides convenient walk-in access for patients seeking timely medical care. The clinic is staffed by Aaron Hobbs, NP, and Patricia Conner, NP, both family practice providers experienced in family medicine, women’s health, pediatric care, and so much more.

“This urgent care is designed to give our community more options for healthcare, especially outside of regular business hours,” said CEO Kent Loosle. “Aaron and Patricia are excellent providers, and we’re excited to make care more accessible on weekends.”

The clinic is located just inside the main entrance of Caribou Medical Center, first door on the right, making it easy for patients to access urgent care when needed. In addition to walk-ins at the urgent care, all Caribou Medical Center clinics accept walk-in appointments throughout the week during normal business hours (8:00 am to
5:00 pm).

For more information, visit cariboumc.org or call (208) 547-3341.

Think Pink Brunch Friday, Oct 10

In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Caribou Medical Center will host its second annual Think Pink Brunch on Friday, October 10, from 9:00 to 10:30 a.m. at Tigert Middle School  in Soda Springs, located in the commons area. This event replaces the annual “Break for Breakfast” tradition and invites the community to come together to raise awareness about breast cancer and to celebrate anyone and everyone who has suffered through and/or defeated breast cancer.

The brunch is free and open to the public, featuring a variety of delicious breakfast options. Attendees are encouraged to wear pink for a chance to win a prize, and additional raffles will be held just for showing up. Guests can also explore informational booths from different departments of Caribou Medical Center, offering resources and educational materials about breast health and wellness; as well as visit with some of CMC’s women’s health providers.

October is an important month to raise awareness about breast cancer and to support those impacted by it. Our Think Pink Brunch is a fun, community-focused way to come together, enjoy some food, and learn more about breast health.

This event is part of an ongoing effort on the part of Caribou Medical Center to continue making positive changes to the organization. CMC’s Erika Dannelly said, “The hospital and its employees are dedicated to providing high-quality healthcare and education programs to support the health and wellness of our community. As always, we want to provide the highest quality of care and keep our community members from having to travel long distances for their healthcare.”