At Longmont United Hospital, our staff members treat the entire patient because we understand how powerful the connection is between the body, the mind, and the spirit. We are proud of our reputation as a patient-centered hospital, both in Boulder County and around the nation.
CommonSpirit Longmont United Hospital is a full-service acute care hospital located in Longmont, Colorado. We have provided high-quality care to Longmont and the surrounding communities for more than 60 years.
Our caregivers focus on whole-person care because we understand the powerful connection between the body, mind, and spirit. We combine advanced technology, innovative treatments, and compassionate healing for patients at every stage of life.
Longmont United Hospital by the numbers
Distinctive Services
Orthopedic & spine care
Gold Seal Certified by The Joint Commission
Breast care center
Nationally accredited by American College
of Surgeons
Emergency care
Level III Trauma Center
Stroke care & neurosciences
Primary Stroke Center designated
Birth center with Level II NICU
Heart & vascular care
Professional Nursing contributes to care of patients at Longmont United Hospital and the surrounding community through the following services:
Orthopedic and joint care: Nurses provide pre-and post-operative care to patients needing new joints or other surgical interventions. Nurses teach classes on what to expect while in the hospital, then support the patient and family through the hospital experience. Nurses prioritize early mobility and pain control to help patients get home as soon as possible.
Cancer care: Longmont United nurses are part of the CommonSpirit Health Cancer Network, providing evidence-based diagnosis and treatment unique to each patient. Oncology nurses are nationally certified, providing a high level of expertise in providing chemotherapy medications. Nurse navigators support the patient and connect them to hospital and community resources. Radiation Oncology nurses provide targeted treatments and assist patients in reducing side effects from those treatments. Palliative Care nurses support end-of-life decision-making and pain management throughout the cancer journey. Nurses facilitate multiple community support groups to help patients manage their cancer experience.
Cardiac care: Our cardiology nurses are dedicated to the care and health promotion of the community. When patients come in with a heart attack or heart/vascular abnormalities, we offer a quality continuum of care. Patients receive quality skilled care from our vascular center nurses where we provide cardiac cath lab services. Our dedicated telemetry unit has cardiac and telemetry trained nurses to support, monitor, and manage any cardiac and vascular symptoms. To support patients post-discharge, cardiac rehab nurses help with education and help prepare patients physically, mentally, and emotionally for return to work and family/social life.
Case management care: Nurse case managers begin the process of discharge planning coordination shortly after patients are admitted. Nurse case managers collaborate with social workers and nurses for a discharge plan which supports the requests of patients and their family members.
Emergency and trauma care: Delivering a continuum of care through all stages of life, our emergency and trauma nursing team uses evidence-based delivery protocols to provide care for sepsis, geriatric, stroke, cardiac, medical, pediatric and trauma patients. Evidence-based triage guidelines help our nurses reduce wait times and provide prompt emergency care for high-acuity patients. Our nursing team has assisted in the achievement of Level III trauma designation from the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment, and our hospital is certified as a DNV Comprehensive Stroke Center.
Intensive care: Nurses care for patients who need ventilation support, CRRT, and specialized nursing care around the clock. These critically ill patients require highly-skilled nursing interventions. Critical care nurses have worked to reduce patient infections and improve patient mobility and comfort, supporting both the patient and their family members.
Medical/surgical care: Nurses care with compassion for patients needing general medical and/or surgical services. Acute care nurses have protocols to reduce hospital-acquired infections to influence hospital length of stay and increase patient comfort. Advanced training for our patient population has been completed in order to provide proper care for our various medical diagnoses.
Neurology care: Nurses provide care to patients through the diagnosis, treatment, and surgical intervention process. There are nurse stroke coordinators who lead the Longmont United Hospital Stroke Certification process, ensuring top-level care for stroke patients.
Obstetrical care: Nurses provide care for our pregnant patients during the antepartum, labor, delivery, and postpartum periods. Professional nursing organizational standards have been implemented for patient safety related to electronic fetal monitoring, breastfeeding, decreasing cesarean sections, and discharge follow up care.
Outpatient care: Nurses support patients who may not need an inpatient stay but need outpatient care and treatment. Our gastrointestinal lab nurses prepare and care for patients needing procedures like endoscopies or colonoscopies. Interventional radiology nurses support patients through skilled diagnostic procedures to inform their healthcare. Infusion center nurses provide outpatient intravenous medications, including chemotherapy and antibiotics. Outpatient procedural nurses provide pain management alternatives to increase patient comfort. Senior Health nurses care for our aging patient population to support their healthcare needs.
Perioperative care: Nurses work collaboratively with surgeons, anesthesiologists, technicians, product representatives, and other support staff to care for the patient undergoing surgery. Whether preparing patients for surgery, working with them intraoperatively in the operating room, or focusing on their post-operative treatment, nurses remain a vital pillar to patient-centered care. Nurses' primary job functions and interventions in perioperative care include patient education, safety awareness for both patients and staff, infection prevention, and interprofessional communication. Our nurses are dedicated to professional development through national certification to ensure they practice at the top of their field.
Deb Mohesky, MBA, MS, ACPEC, BCC, FACHE, serves President of Longmont United Hospital. Deb had served as the interim CEO since October 2023 and in that time has proven herself to be a strategy-driven, innovative, and engaged leader for the employees of Longmont United and the entire Longmont community.
With over 20 years of healthcare executive leadership experience, Deb has a vast knowledge of implementing procedures to improve finance, operations, and organizational culture. Deb is a longtime leader within CommonSpirit Health and has held numerous executive positions within the ministry across the country.
Deb earned a Master of Business Administration from Webster University in St. Louis, Missouri, and a Master of Science degree in Industrial and Organizational Psychology from Capella University in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
Carol Travis, CPA, currently serves as the Chief Financial Officer for St. Anthony North and Longmont United hospitals.
Carol’s professional journey began in public accounting with Ernst & Young, where she honed her skills in audit before transitioning to healthcare finance. She first joined CommonSpirit Health in 2003 and for over 20 years, has faithfully served our ministry and patients. She started as a senior accountant and rapidly progressed to take on critical roles including VP Finance at our corporate office and Chief Financial Officer for St. Anthony North.
Carol is recognized for her commitment to fostering collaborative relationships and strategic partnerships, while driving financial results and operational advancements.
Carol received a bachelor’s degree in business from Colorado State University. She is currently pursuing a master’s of business administration in healthcare management from Western Governors University.
Antony Pearson, MD, Chief Medical Officer at Longmont United Hospital, has served Longmont and the northern Colorado region for more than 25 years. He joined the LUH team in June 2020 and brings a breadth of experience as a practicing physician and as a leader.
Prior to CommonSpirit Health, Dr. Pearson was a hospitalist at Mckee Medical Center, serving as the Regional Hospitalist Director from 2018-2019 and was the Chief of Staff 2017-2019. In addition to the leadership role at Mckee Medical Center, Dr. Pearson has been part of numerous oversight and leadership boards and committees throughout his career. He was a member of the Pharmacy and Therapeutics Committee, Peer Review Committee, and Chairman of the Internal Medicine Department at Mckee.
Dr. Pearson earned his medical degree at the University of Minnesota and did his residency at Baylor College of Medicine. He came to Longmont upon completion of his residency and practiced internal medicine from 1995-2007. From 2002-2007, Dr. Pearson was the Chairman of the Medicine Department and Director of the TCU at Longmont United Hospital.
As Chief Nursing Officer, Julie Nunley brings an extraordinary depth of experience and leadership to Longmont United Hospital. Her distinguished career includes serving as CNO for CommonSpirit’s St. Francis Hospital and St. Francis Hospital - Interquest in Colorado Springs, as well as Market CNO for the Greater Colorado and Kansas region. This extensive background, coupled with her presidency at the Colorado Visiting Nurse Association, a home health, hospice and wellness organization, underscores her commitment to comprehensive patient care across various settings.
Julie's unique expertise spans inpatient care, ambulatory services, and post-acute care, an invaluable asset as LUH continues to innovate and expand its offerings.
Beyond her professional achievements, Julie holds a Master of Business Administration and a Bachelor of Science in Nursing, along with a certification in executive nursing practice. She is excited to return home to northern Colorado and is passionate about exploring Colorado's natural beauty with her family, friends, and rescue dogs.
Kevin has worked at LifeBridge Church in Longmont for the past 16 years. Previously, he served in Columbus, OH, as the CFO for VOCA Corp and a senior manager at Ernst & Young with an emphasis in healthcare.
A graduate of Ohio University, Kevin and his wife, Cathy, are owners of Colorado Art Glass, a custom leaded glass company in Erie, Colorado. Together, they have three adult children and four grandchildren.
Meredith has been a member of the LUH Board of Directors since July 2020. She is a native of Longmont and was born and raised in the community. She graduated from Colorado State University with a degree in health and exercise science. Subsequently, she attended Benedictine College in Lisle, IL, where she completed her master’s in public health with an emphasis in community education. Upon completing her advanced degree, she moved to Virginia, where her husband completed his surgical residency in the U.S. Navy while she focused on raising their two daughters. Upon completing his training, they moved to Okinawa, Japan, where Meredith was involved with American Welfare and Woman’s Association, a non-profit focused on positively impacting the Okinawan community.
Upon returning to the United States, she continued to be active in the community and their children’s school. In 2016, she returned to her hometown of Longmont. She became active in A Woman’s Work, a local non-profit whose mission is to be a timely fund for local women, bridging the gap from need to financial stability. She currently serves on the Executive Board and has been responsible for organizing many events in the local area. In addition to her extensive volunteer work, she works part-time as a kindergarten paraprofessional at Blue Mountain Elementary school. Meredith enjoys spending time with her husband and two daughters in her free time. She enjoys all the recreation that Colorado offers and spends as much time as possible either boating or in the mountains.
Hal is the Principal at Elevate2Lead which is a progressive leadership coaching experience that combines dynamic leadership coaching with strategic business consultation and management of the self to create heightened personal and organizational success. He has first-hand experience with mergers and navigating the subsequent mission and cultural challenges with clarity. Hal is also the Founder/Board Chair of Pearl, a 501(c)(3) that provides hope and stability to single-parent families. Hal received his BSEE from the University of Colorado, with graduate studies at the University of California, Irvine.
Hal and his wife live in Longmont and have three children and nine grandchildren.
Sally Barbe, BSN, worked at Longmont United Hospital for 41 years in various nursing roles, retiring in June 2018 as the Orthopedic Service Line Director. Sally served on many committees during her employment with LUH and is passionate about quality, safety, and the patient experience. Now that Sally is retired, she is excited to serve on the LUH Board of Directors with her nursing background and knowledge of LUH and the surrounding community.
Nick Robles is currently an Environmental Health Specialist with Boulder County Public Health and has been an active member in the Longmont Community for several years. Previously, Nick was a Latino Community Health Specialist with Boulder County Public Health and a Youth Development Specialist with the Peace Corps. Nick has served on several committees in the Boulder County and Longmont area and is looking forward to providing perspective about community health needs to the LUH Board of Directors.
Dr. Sachin K. Talusani is a board-certified radiologist with fellowship training in body imaging. He has lived and practiced in the Longmont community for 21 years. He has served as Medical Staff President and is currently Vice President of Colorado Imaging Associates. He enjoys the outdoors, snowboarding, tennis, golf, and travel, along with spending time with his wife, children, and Bichon Frise.
Srijaya Soujanya Nalla, MD, strives to be a good listener for her patients and act as their advocate. She works to create tailored care plans to fit patient’s individual needs. Dr. Nalla provides care to her patients for the following conditions: adolescent patient care, preconception counseling, basic infertility treatment, prenatal care including high risk pregnancy, menstrual problems, well-woman exams, chronic pelvic pain, abnormal pap smears and menopausal issues including hormone replacement.
Dr. Nalla attended Medical School at Andhra Medical College in India. She completed OB/GYN residencies at King George Hospital in India and Crozer Chester Medical Center in Upland, Pennsylvania. She has been robotic surgery trained since 2017, is board-certified by ABOG and fellow ACOG.
Dr. Nalla loves spending time with her family, traveling, hiking and cooking.
David Donahue, DO, FACS, believes the best approach to care starts by building a trusting relationship between the provider and patient. Dr. Donahue recognizes that surgery may be a frightening experience for some. That is why he ensures that his patients are fully informed about their surgical conditions and fully understand their options, including non-operative options when available.
Dr. Donahue manages routine and complicated general surgery conditions, has a strong interest in minimally invasive surgical procedures and is one of the leading robotic general surgeons in the area. He leverages this advanced technology in a vast majority of his practice, including hernia surgery, gallbladder, and biliary surgeries. He also incorporates robotic technology into surgeries that involve the small intestine, stomach, and colon for both cancer and benign conditions with improved outcomes and faster recovery.
Dr. Donahue received his bachelor of arts in molecular, cellular, and developmental biology from the University of Colorado in Boulder. He earned his medical degree from the Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine in Downers Grove, IL. Dr. Donahue traveled to Portsmouth, VA, and completed his residency training at the Naval Medical Center Portsmouth. After completing his residency, he was an active-duty Navy surgeon for four years, including a combat deployment to Afghanistan. He is currently obtaining his master's in business administration from the University of Northern Colorado in Greeley, CO.
Dr. Donahue enjoys spending time with his family and enjoying all that Colorado offers. He likes skiing in the winter and boating and hiking in the summer. Dr. Donahue also enjoys traveling whenever possible.
Thank you for your interest in Longmont United Hospital’s volunteer program. We are proud of our volunteers and the roles they play in our hospital. Your willingness to share your time and talent makes a huge difference in the mission of our hospital.
The Volunteer Services department is committed to providing equal opportunity for all applicants. Volunteer Services has the responsibility to recruit the most qualified volunteers, determine their capabilities, and make assignments accordingly.
Please contact our Volunteer Coordinator if you have any questions:
Volunteer requirements
Application process
Volunteer opportunities are subject to change:
Thank you for your interest in the Longmont United Hospital (LUH) therapy dog program. TAILS (Therapy Animals In Loving Service) has been delivering smiles to patients, visitors, and staff since 2002.
Therapy dogs must be calm, obedient, and not easily distracted. They must love meeting many kinds of people. They should know basic commands, walk calmly on a loose lead, and be easily managed by their handlers in varied settings. For our program, dogs must be at least 2 years old; handlers must be at least 18 years old or at least 16 years old and accompanied by a parent.
TAILS handlers are hospital volunteers. All volunteers meet with the Volunteer Coordinator, pass a background check, get tested for TB and agree to the hospital policy regarding flu and other shots each year. LUH is a drug-free and tobacco-free workplace.
To participate in our program, you and your dog must registered with one of the following national organizations:
If you are not currently registered with one of these organizations, please complete the registration process with one of them before submitting your application to volunteer with the TAILS program.
Not all dogs are suited for this kind of work. Nor are all handlers. Before contacting us, we strongly recommend that you read “Dog Assisted Therapy: Is Your Dog a Good Fit?” It is an excellent article by Patricia McConnell, PhD. It is available online.
If this is something you are interested in, please complete this form. Then, please email your completed form to [email protected].
For more than six decades, Longmont United Hospital has been here for the community — all ages, all walks of life, and all health care needs. We are a not-for-profit hospital that profits everybody in the region with superior medical services and a center of excellence combined with compassionate care. We are with you for life: from childbirth through your senior years.
The Joint Care Program at Longmont United Hospital is committed to creating a successful and calming experience for our patients. Our surgeons employ the most advanced techniques to improve outcomes, including robotic-assisted knee replacement. We also are one of the few programs to offer patients an orthopedic nurse navigator to help guide them through their entire joint replacement journey from pre-admission testing to outpatient rehabilitation.
You can count on us to be there for you. We understand that times of illness and injury affect not only our patients, but also their loved ones. The information below will help you before, during, and after you come to our hospital. Our goal is to provide the level of patient experience that enhances your peace of mind and earns your full confidence.
All visitors of patients at our hospital enjoy equal visitation privileges consistent with patient preferences and subject to the facility’s clinical restrictions. Visitor policy may be subject to change. Please adhere to any adjustments to permitted visitors, as posted in our facility.
While there are no set visiting hours, patients that desire/need more rest are encouraged to limit the number of visitors and specify visiting times that you prefer. Patients can designate specific visitors, including, but not limited to, a spouse, domestic partner, or a friend. You may also withdraw or deny your consent at any time. Our care teams can make arrangements for visitors to stay overnight if desired. If you have a special need, please let us know.
Patients and visitors may park in the parking lot on the southwest side of the hospital. Free parking is available 24 hours a day.
Vending machines are located in the cafeteria area, ICU waiting area, and emergency room waiting area. Cash or credit card are accepted.
Location: main lobby
Hours: ask your care team for details
Our gift shop is conveniently located on the first floor. Visitors can find a variety of gifts and convenience items for their family members or loved ones in the hospital. Call 303-485-4173 to get the most updated hours.
Letters and packages are delivered to patients Monday through Friday. If you have letters to be mailed, you may give them to your nurse. Flowers addressed to you will be delivered to your room unless you are in the intensive care unit. Only Mylar® balloons are permitted in the hospital. Latex balloons can cause allergic responses and interfere with hospital safety systems.
Until you’re on the other side and going through the patient experience, healthcare holds a different meaning. Longmont United Hospital President Deb Mohesky sits down to share her experiences as the president and a patient.
The Longmont United Hospital Foundation is dedicated exclusively to supporting healthcare services and associates at Longmont United Hospital through philanthropy. The goal of the Foundation is to help ensure that Longmont United Hospital will have the best possible facilities and equipment to help you and your loved ones when medical care is needed. Your tax deductible gifts help us achieve this important mission.
Community health and wellness is a priority to us, that’s why we’re proud to offer a wide range of community programs, classes and events designed to keep you well.
The DAISY Foundation was established in 1999 by the family of J. Patrick Barnes. Patrick died at the age of 33, from complications of an auto-immune disease. During his eight-week hospital stay, his family was impressed by the care and compassion his nurses provided, not only to him but to everyone in the family. They created the DAISY Award in Pat’s memory to recognize those nurses who make a big difference in the lives of so many people.
Our DAISY Award honorees demonstrate Longmont United Hospital’s core values. They also demonstrate excellence through their clinical expertise and compassionate care. They are recognized as role models in our nursing community. Longmont United Hospital is proud to be a DAISY Award partner, and will recognize one of our nurses with this special honor every other month.
Each DAISY Award Honoree will be recognized at a public ceremony in her/his unit, and will receive:
In addition, their clinic/unit will celebrate with Cinnabon® cinnamon rolls – a favorite of Patrick’s. The Barnes family asks that whenever nurses smell that wonderful cinnamon aroma, they stop for a moment and think about how special they are.
How to submit an engagement request
CommonSpirit hospitals receive many requests each year asking us to engage in community events and programs. Supporting the communities in this way is a reflection of our mission to improve the health of the people we serve, especially those who are vulnerable, while we advance social justice for all.
Before submitting a request, please consider the following:
