Corporate Corner

Melchert Hubert Sjodin, PLLP

Ridgeview Legal Counsel

Meet Mike Melchert, Attorney, and his wife, Pam

Mike, tell us about your work with Ridgeview.
I have provided legal services to Ridgeview for more than 30 years. During that time, I have worked closely with Ridgeview as it expanded from a single hospital in Waconia to a regional health care system that now includes three hospitals and multiple clinics. In addition to my legal work for Ridgeview, I have also had the pleasure of assisting Ridgeview Foundation. My wife, Pam, has supported the Foundation by providing committee work and hands-on help at the annual Ridgeview Golf Event in Waconia.

Why is supporting local health care important to you and Pam?
Through my work with health care organizations, I have seen medical services pulled away from many communities. Having high-quality care available close to home is both a convenience and, at times, lifesaving. Ridgeview has long prioritized maintaining its independent status and keeping health care services local for the communities it serves. That commitment is especially meaningful to Pam and me. Our home is in Waconia, our daughters were born at Ridgeview less than two miles away, and we continue to rely on Ridgeview’s broad range of local services. In fact, we have never needed to travel outside of Ridgeview’s service area to receive health care – a true blessing!

For most people, the Ridgeview experience centers on the care they receive. I would also like to recognize the business side of the organization. Behind the scenes, both Ridgeview and Ridgeview Foundation are supported by talented, dedicated professionals who ensure that operations run smoothly and that Ridgeview is well-positioned for the future. Both Pam and I are confident that Ridgeview will continue to provide exceptional local health care for many years to come.