Ryan Bishop Honored with Prestigious Silver Medal Award from Topeka Ad Fed

By tbugg | February 5, 2026

The American Advertising Federation Topeka (AAF-Topeka) has announced Ryan Bishop as the 2026 recipient of the esteemed Silver Medal Award, recognizing his outstanding contributions to the advertising industry and his dedicated service to the Topeka community. The Silver Medal Award will be presented on the evening of February 21, 2026, during the American Advertising Awards…

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Stormont Vail Health Flint Hills Campus Earns Gold Level Breastfeeding Support Award

By tbugg | January 22, 2026

Stormont Vail Health Flint Hills Campus has received the Gold Level Breastfeeding Employee Support Award by the Kansas Breastfeeding Coalition. This recognition highlights the non-profit organization’s commitment to creating supportive, family-friendly workplaces for breastfeeding employees. The award reflects the unified values shared across Stormont Vail throughout northeast Kansas in prioritizing employee well-being and fostering comfortable…

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We Celebrate Whitney Haynes: December 2025 Person of the Moment

By mikell | January 5, 2026

When every second mattered, Whitney Haynes delivered. After a primary care visit, a patient collapsed in our Emporia Clinic lobby with an empty oxygen tank. Whitney, an LPN, immediately assessed the situation and found the patient unresponsive and in respiratory distress. Acting fast, she directed bystanders to call 911, helped lower the patient safely, and…

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We Celebrate Alicia Criger: November 2025 Person of the Moment

By mikell | December 30, 2025

Calm in Crisis. Care in Action. When an emergency notification about an active shooter was issued, Alicia Criger, Emporia Clinic Nurse Manager, took charge with speed and composure. Within minutes, she locked down staff and patients in their current locations to keep everyone safe. For two tense hours—marked by confusion and communication gaps—Alicia stayed calm,…

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We Celebrate Marissa Arredondo, DAISY Award Recipient

By Andre Negrete | December 15, 2025

Extraordinary nursing is more than clinical skill; it’s the human moments that bring dignity and hope. We’re proud to celebrate Marissa Arredondo, Acute Care RN at the Stormont Vail Health Spine Center, for receiving the DAISY Award. Her patient’s nomination tells the story: after a traumatic accident, Marissa combined expert care with simple acts of…

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We Celebrate Caitlyn Viergever, DAISY Award Winner

By Andre Negrete | December 5, 2025

We’re proud to celebrate Caitlyn Viergever, an RN at the Cotton O’Neil Cancer Center, for receiving a DAISY Award! When a patient had a rare reaction to a routine medication, Caitlyn didn’t hesitate to jump into action. Her quick thinking and calm presence turned a frightening moment into one of trust and safety. Read her…

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We Celebrate Donnie Wells, October 2025 Person of the Moment

By editor | November 14, 2025

Tenet Shown: “Together we treat every patient, visitor, and team member with compassion and dignity.” We’re proud to celebrate Donnie Wells, patient care technician (PCT) on our Behavioral Health team, as October’s Person of the Moment! Donnie is known for his calm, caring approach and his ability to meet people where they are. Whether it’s…

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We Celebrate Brett Baker DAISY Award Recipient

By editor | October 21, 2025

We’re proud to recognize Brett Baker, registered nurse (RN) in our Emergency Department, for his DAISY Award! When a young patient on the autism spectrum arrived in the ER after a painful injury, Brett went above and beyond to create a safe and calming environment. He offered fidget toys to help soothe the child and…

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