Denny Sanford, a Minnesota-born entrepreneur who became South Dakota's wealthiest resident, passed away at 90. Despite controversial business practices that generated his substantial fortune, Sanford left an indelible mark on healthcare through significant philanthropic contributions to the medical institution that bears his name. His legacy reflects the complex intersection of wealth accumulation and charitable impact on regional healthcare infrastructure and medical innovation.

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