# McKenzie Health: Oncology, Peds & Cardio Care Close to Home

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Podcast: [Living in McKenzie County](https://stenobird.com/podcast/living-in-mckenzie-county-7072430)
Published: 2025-11-18T10:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

Our latest episode of Living in McKenzie County finds us diving into the realm of rural healthcare with Cardiologist Dr. Richard Howard, Oncologist Dr. Chad Pedersen, and Pediatrician Dr. Goodnight from McKenzie Health. Our discussion spans the importance of providing specialized medical care in rural areas, the challenges and rewards of practicing medicine away from urban centers, and the collaborative efforts to build comprehensive healthcare services in McKenzie County. Tune in for insights on cardiology, oncology, pediatrics, and the vision driving rural healthcare advancements in this tight-knit community. Plus, learn about the annual meeting of McKenzie Health and how you can get involved! 00:00 Welcome to the Living in McKenzie County Podcast 01:13 Introduction to Guests and Rural Healthcare 02:09 Dr. Richard Howard's Journey and Expertise 03:39 Dr. Chad Pedersen's Background and Cancer Care 06:13 The Importance of Local Specialty Care 10:45 Building Healthcare Programs in Rural Areas 5:39 Introducing Dr. Goodnight and Pediatric Care 20:45 The Mission-Driven Focus of McKenzie Health 26:04 Maintaining Collegiality in Medicine 27:28 The Evolution of Healthcare Facilities 28:24 Regional Healthcare and Community Growth 29:13 The Old Hospital and the Oil Boom 30:58 Building a Regional Healthcare Hub 31:29 Cancer Care and Prevention 41:35 The Importance of Primary Care 46:16 Community Engagement and Future Plans Learn more about McKenzie Health: www.mckenziehealth.com #ruralhealthcare #health #ruralhealth #oncology #cardiology #pediatrics #healthcare #ruralliving #rurallife #rurallifestyle

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