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Dr. Scot Christiansen Leaves Lasting Impact
August 19, 2025 in Family Practice, News, OB
After over 31 years of service at Regional Medical Center (RMC) in Manchester, Dr. Scot Christiansen is retiring from OB & Family Practice on September 1, 2025.
As his time in OB & Family Practice comes to a close, it has been bittersweet within the walls of the RMC labor and delivery rooms as we reflect on the impact that Dr. Christiansen has had in our community. Over his 31 years of service, he has touched the lives of countless patients and delivered over 550 newborns.
Emilie Hanaway and Robert Dettbarn from Independence welcomed their baby girl, Ivy Mae, on July 27, 2025. When asked about their experience with Dr. Christiansen, Emilie shared, “Dr. Christiansen has been my doctor for over 10 years. He has always gone above and beyond to make sure we are okay. Dr. Christiansen would take my phone calls, even if he wasn’t in the office, making it a point to talk with me when I needed it. I love him and will miss him very much.”
On August 12, 2025, a baby boy named Clarence Ryan was born to Bryce and Rebecca Troester of Strawberry Point. The Troesters shared their appreciation for Dr. Christiansen, with Rebecca sharing, "He has been my doctor my entire life. Every appointment he gives his full attention and is so patient. It will be hard to replace him." Bryce added, "No matter how busy he was, he’d ask if we had additional questions and if we did, he would sit down and take the time to make sure we felt comfortable.”
Regional Family Health is hosting a retirement reception in Dr. Christiansen’s honor on Sunday, September 7th at the Edgewood Event Center located at 303 North Washington Street in Edgewood. This open house celebration will take place from 11AM-2PM, offering a light lunch. All are welcome and invited to attend.
On behalf of RMC, we express our gratitude to Dr. Christiansen for his commitment to excellence and the lasting impact he has made on each of his patients, colleagues and our entire community.
Pictured: (Left to Right) Dr. Christiansen with Ivy Mae, Dr. Christiansen with Rebecca & Clarence Troester