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We Celebrate Melissa Evans, BSN, RN, C-EFM, DAISY Award Winner
Nurses go above and beyond daily to provide patients and families with excellent, compassionate care. For Melissa Evans, BSN, RN, C-EFM at the Stormont Vail Health Topeka Campus Hospital Birthplace, going beyond expectations ensures new mothers and babies get the best possible start. For this reason, we celebrate Melissa for receiving the 2023 DAISY Award.
Read MoreWe Together Celebrate Blood Donors
The current national blood shortage affects millions of people, including many within our community. One donation might seem like a drop in the bucket, but even one contribution can save as many as THREE lives. For this reason, We Together celebrate blood donors for their selfless, life-saving contributions. Our upcoming Community Blood Drive is an…
Read MoreWe Together: A Communication of Stormont Vail Health (October 12)
Dear Community Partners, Here are today’s updates: Stormont Vail Health Welcomes Hospitalist Eric Hazbun, M.D. Stormont Vail Health proudly welcomes Dr. Eric Hazbun, M.D., a hospitalist specializing in internal medicine, to the Hospitalist team at the Flint Hills Campus hospital in Junction City. Dr. Hazbun will provide a spectrum of inpatient care. “I try and…
Read MoreWe Together: A Communication of Stormont Vail Health (October 10)
Dear Community Partners, Here are today’s updates: Stormont Vail Volunteer Recognized with Ad Astra Honor Congratulations to Stormont Vail volunteer Maya Perez, who received the United Way of Kaw Valley’s 2023 Ad Astra Service to the Community Youth Honor (age 21 and younger). Maya began volunteering at Stormont Vail in May 2019, helping in various…
Read MoreFall Prevention Week – Sept. 18 – 22, 2023
Fall-related injuries make up the majority of cases at the Stormont Vail Health Trauma Center. During Fall Prevention Week, the Trauma team reminds everyone about the importance of fall education. We collaborate with many organizations to support education about falling – including these workshops and resources for every age: Matter of Balance Falls are the…
Read MoreWe Together Celebrate Stormont Vail Health Veterans
As a proud supporter of veterans in the communities we serve, we’re making a change this year to give them the recognition they deserve. As part of this initiative, we encourage Stormont Vail team members who served to share their stories so we can highlight your accomplishments and experiences. If you’re interested, email Employee Relations,…
Read MoreWe Together: A Communication of Stormont Vail Health (September 14)
Dear Community Partners, Here are today’s updates: August Person of the Moment: Savannah Diegel, RN September Walk with a Doc: Dr. Mark Synovec BIG HEARTS Golf Tournament Monday 2023 Trauma and Critical Care Symposium Registration is Open for 2023 Nursing Symposium “To Your Health” on WIBW-TV Tonight August Person of the Moment: Savannah Diegel, RN…
Read MoreWe Together: A Communication of Stormont Vail Health (September 12)
Dear Community Partners, Here are today’s updates: Building Blocks Instructor Wins Crystal Apple Award Chris Buesing to Present at KHA Workplace Violence Series Registration Still Open for Shape Shifting Symposium Stormont Vail Health Drive Thru Flu Shot Clinics Building Blocks Instructor Wins Crystal Apple Award Congratulations to Angie Vickery, a preschool instructor at Building Blocks…
Read MoreWe Together: A Communication of Stormont Vail Health (September 7)
Dear Community Partners, Here are today’s updates: Kimberly Brey, M.D., Honored with NAMSS Leadership Award Emporia Clinic Team Members Promote Community and Connection “To Your Health” on WIBW-TV Tonight Welcome Baby Jubilee is Sunday, Sept 10 Kimberly Brey, M.D., Honored with NAMSS Leadership Award Dr. Kimberly Brey, current Chief of Staff and member of the…
Read MoreWe Together: A Communication of Stormont Vail Health (September 5)
Dear Community Partners, Here are today’s updates: Emporia Walmart Supports Emporia OB/GYN Team Diane Flerlage’s Project Gains National Attention Join our Community Blood Drive Wednesday, Sept. 6 2023 End of Summer Bash Friday, Sept. 8 Emporia Walmart Supports Emporia OB/GYN Team Thank you for your generosity and kindness through the Children’s Miracle Network fundraiser at…
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