One of the most significant impacts on health care is the aging baby-boomer population; the number of people over the age of 65 is expected to steadily rise between now and 2030. Add to this the incredible rate of innovation in health care R&D, and it becomes clear that the health care sector is poised for significant growth for the foreseeable future. Northeastern Wyoming is no exception. Not only is there a robust, hands-on care system of independent hospitals, clinics, and related facilities, but our growing economy supports health care start-ups and other innovations.