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Foot & Ankle Clinic Expansion: What It Means for Patients
Our expanded Foot and Ankle Clinic makes it easier to keep patients here for the care they need, especially for complex conditions that were often referred outside our system. Patients can now receive both routine and advanced foot and ankle care in one location, helping reduce delays and streamline their care experience. That means… Now…
Read MoreOne Health System. Multiple Ways to Get Care.
Patients have more ways than ever to access care, but they may not always know which option is right for their needs. From emergency services for serious conditions to Express Care, Virtual Care, primary and specialty services, and MyChart, we make it easier for patients to connect with the right care at the right time.…
Read MoreStormont Vail Health Community News
Building Blocks Community Enrollment Update We’re excited to share that beginning Aug. 3, 2026, both Building Blocks locations will begin accepting community enrollments as part of our efforts to support the long-term success of our childcare centers. As we welcome additional families, Stormont Vail team members will continue to receive enrollment priority, with employee full-time…
Read MoreWe Celebrate Stephanie Robb, DAISY Award Winner
When patients talk about great healthcare, they often remember more than a treatment plan—they remember the people who listened. That’s why we’re proud to recognize Stephanie Robb, Care Manager, as our latest DAISY Award recipient. Stephanie received a nomination from a patient managing significant health challenges, including heart disease and diabetes. In their nomination, the…
Read MoreDAISY Award Honors Morgann McMurry’s Extraordinary Care
When a family at the Stormont Vail Health Birthplace in Topeka faced the heartbreaking reality of leaving the hospital without their baby, they found comfort in the care of Morgann McMurry, acute care RN. Morgann cared for their son with tenderness and dignity, creating keepsakes and memories the family will treasure forever. In their nomination,…
Read MoreWe Recognize Heather McGann – June 2026 Person of the Moment
Some acts of leadership don’t happen in meetings or during business hours. Sometimes, they happen late on a Friday when someone needs help and isn’t sure where to turn. That’s why we’re recognizing Heather McGann, Licensed Clinical Therapist Supervisor with Stormont Vail Behavioral Health, as our June 2026 Person of the Moment. Heather received a…
Read MoreStormont Vail Health’s Topeka and Flint Hills Campuses Named to Forbes’ Inaugural Top Hospitals List
Stormont Vail Health‘s Topeka and Flint Hills campuses have been recognized on Forbes’ inaugural Top Hospitals list, a new national ranking that identifies hospitals delivering exceptional quality, value, and patient-centered care. Developed by Forbes in collaboration with healthcare analytics firm Inovalon and a panel of healthcare experts, the ranking evaluates hospitals using publicly reported data…
Read MoreTeamwork, Teed Up
Sun, fresh air, and plenty of team spirit set the stage for our 2026 Golf Scramble. Team members hit the course, shared a few great shots (and some creative ones), and made the most of a relaxed day together outside of work. See highlights from the day below:
Read MoreState Grant Expands Healthcare Training at Flint Hills Campus
State grant expands simulation training at the Stormont Vail Health Flint Hills Campus, strengthening local care teams’ readiness and patient safety.
Read MoreStormont Vail Community News
Dear Community Partners,Please enjoy this week’s issue of SVnews. Stormont Vail Hospital Earns 2026 Excellence in Organ & Tissue Donation Award This recognition from Midwest Transplant Network (MWTN) reflects the daily efforts and commitment of team members who approach this work with empathy and professionalism. Dine Out for a Cause: Jefferson’s Meals for Miracles 2026 100%…
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