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Dr. Alec Britt Named Chair of Stormont Vail Health Institutional Review Board
We are pleased to announce the appointment of Alec Britt, M.D., as the new Chair of the Stormont Vail Health Institutional Review Board (IRB), effective Aug. 1. Dr. Britt succeeds Dr. Mark Synovec, pathologist, in the role. Dr. Britt specializes in hematology and oncology at Stormont Vail and is part of the Clinical Research Center.…
Read MoreWalk with a Provider Highlights Importance of Spanish-Speaking Healthcare Providers
Community members are invited to take a step toward better health at an upcoming Walk with a Provider featuring Elizabeth Rincon, LMSW, from 9–10 a.m. on Saturday, July 18, 2026, at Washburn University Lee Arena, 1901 S.W. Mulvane St. During the one-mile walk, she will discuss the importance of Spanish-speaking healthcare providers in our community…
Read MoreStormont Vail Health Stroke Teams Earn National Recognition for Outstanding Patient Care
When someone has a stroke, every minute without treatment can affect recovery. That’s why Stormont Vail Health is proud to share that its Topeka and Flint Hills campuses have earned recognition from the American Heart Association for helping patients receive timely, evidence-based stroke care close to home. At its Topeka Campus, Stormont Vail earned the…
Read MoreStormont Vail Health Announces Transition to One Unified Brand
Stormont Vail Health today announced it will bring all clinics and services together under one unified name, officially sunsetting the Cotton O’Neil brand as part of a patient-centered transition to a single, consistent identity across the health system. This next step builds on one of the most significant moments in the organization’s history—the 1995 partnership…
Read MoreTake Steps Toward Better Health: Next Walk with a Doc in Junction City
Stormont Vail Health will host Walk with a Doc from 9 to 10 a.m. Saturday, July 11, 2026, at Simpler Stadium, 900 N. Eisenhower Dr., in Junction City. If it rains, the program will move indoors to the Junction City Municipal Building, 700 N. Jefferson St. This month’s walk features Dr. Jason Butler, an emergency…
Read MoreStormont Vail Health, Kansas Legal Services Collaborate on Achieving Resolution in Medical Bill Litigation
Stormont Vail Health and Kansas Legal Services announce that they have worked collaboratively to reach an agreement to resolve 11 medical debt lawsuits filed by Stormont Vail in the Kansas district courts. The collection cases were filed by Stormont Vail in five Kansas counties to recoup payment for outstanding medical bills from individuals who…
Read MoreStormont Vail Health Announces Fourth of July Holiday Hours
To ensure timely care during the July Fourth weekend, please note Stormont Vail Health’s adjusted hours for Friday, July 3, and Saturday, July 4, 2026: July 3CLOSED: OPEN: July 4 CLOSED: OPEN: The Stormont Vail hospitals in Topeka and Junction City will continue to provide 24/7 care. In case of an emergency, call 911 or…
Read MoreWalk with a Doc Features Tips on Healthy Habits and Family Wellness
Community members are invited to take a step toward better health at an upcoming Walk with a Doc featuring Dr. Karli Alderson from 9–10 a.m. on Saturday, June 20, 2026 at Washburn University Lee Arena, 1901 S.W. Mulvane St. During the one mile walk, Dr. Alderson will share practical guidance on understanding weight management, establishing…
Read MoreStormont Vail Health Brings Robotic-Assisted Surgery to Flint Hills Campus
Stormont Vail Health announced the expansion of its Robotics Program to the Stormont Vail Flint Hills Campus in Junction City, making advanced surgical technology more accessible to patients in the region. The program combines cutting-edge technology with the expertise of highly-trained Surgical Care team members. Since its launch in 2018 at Stormont Vail Hospital in…
Read MoreTake Steps Toward Better Mental Well-Being: Next Walk with an APP in Junction City
Stormont Vail Health will host Walk with an APP from 9 to 10 a.m. Saturday, June 6, 2026, at Simpler Stadium, 900 N. Eisenhower Dr., in Junction City. If it rains, the walk will move indoors to the Junction City Municipal Building, 700 N. Jefferson St. The walk feature will feature Michelle Boggs, APRN, a…
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