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We Achieve Advanced Certification in Perinatal Care from The Joint Commission
The Joint Commission has recognized Stormont Vail Health’s dedication to expectant moms with Advanced Certification in Perinatal Care. The certification recognizes Stormont Vail’s efforts to achieve integrated, coordinated, and patient-centered prenatal through postpartum care.
Read MoreWe Together: A Communication of Stormont Vail Health (Mar 19)
Dear Community Partners, Here are today’s updates: Bariatric and Weight Management Program Reaccredited; Drs. Bhurtel and Khreiss Verified Surgeons For patient seeking surgical treatment for obesity and its related conditions, Stormont Vail provides a high-quality choice as it has a nationally accredited program meeting the highest standards for patient safety and quality. Stormont Vail Health’s…
Read MoreCelebrating 10 Years as Mayo Clinic Care Network members!
Stormont Vail Health is proud to celebrate our 10-year anniversary as Mayo Clinic Care Network members this April! To recognize this relationship, we are looking forward to hosting a panel presentation for you to hear from your colleagues and Mayo Clinic representatives about our community impact as members, the use of eConsults, Affinity groups you…
Read MoreCrohn’s Disease Clinical Trial Recruitment
The AFFIRM Study is looking for adults who are 18 years of age or older, with moderate to severe Crohn’s disease (CD). The study is researching a study drug to see if it can safely be given subcutaneously (an injection under the skin) with the goal of inducing “remission” in adults with CD. Remission is…
Read MoreWe Together: A Communication of Stormont Vail Health (Mar 12)
Dear Community Partners, Here are today’s updates: Social Workers Honored at Special Coffee Event Social workers are a special blend of individuals who provide an invaluable service to our patients and Stormont Vail team, so what better way to honor them but at an appreciation coffee event. The recent event was held during the month…
Read MoreWe Recognize Brad Parry, ATC
We recognize Brad Parry, MS, LAT, ATC, a Stormont Vail Health athletic training team member since 1987, for his induction into the Mid-America Athletic Trainers’ Association Hall of Fame. The veteran ATC is retiring at the end of this school year after a career spanning about 40 years.
Read MoreWe Together: A Communication of Stormont Vail Health (Mar 05)
Dear Community Partners, Here are today’s updates: Stormont Vail Health Welcomes Lincoln Center OB/GYN Jessica Kieffer, M.D. Stormont Vail Health proudly welcomes Dr. Jessica Kieffer, an OB/GYN specializing in reproductive medicine and pregnancy care, to the Stormont Vail Women’s Services team. Dr. Kieffer delivers various women’s health services in the Stormont Vail OB/GYN-Lincoln Center, 800…
Read MoreWe Together: A Communication of Stormont Vail Health (Feb 29)
Dear Community Partners, Here are today’s updates: Community and Nursing Reports Capture Milestones Each year Stormont Vail Health creates annual reports to recognize and document our accomplishments of the past year. The Community Report and Nursing Report are provided in print and online as a way to tell our story. The “We Are Stormont” theme…
Read MoreWe Recognize Isaac Littlejohn, February Person of the Moment
Facilities management professionals are the cornerstone of an effective environment of care. These professionals play an important, though often hidden, role in preparing facilities to meet patient and team members’ needs. In a healthcare setting, they ensure the effective, uninterrupted operation of hospitals and clinics by managing equipment and environmental services, utility maintenance and use,…
Read MoreStormont Vail Health Flint Hills Campus Receives Funding for New Portable X-Ray System
Stormont Vail Health is pleased to announce that the Flint Hills Campus has received funds to purchase a DRX-Revolution Mobile X-Ray System for use by the Imaging Department. The purchase of the mobile imaging unit enhances the quality of care across the Flint Hills Campus departments, including The Birthplace, Emergency Department, Medical Surgical Unit, and…
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