We Together: A Communication of Stormont Vail Health (Aug 1, 2023)

By editor | August 1, 2023

Dear Team, (Community Partners), Here are today’s updates: John “Rob” Miller, M.D., Joins Stormont Vail Health Emergency Department July Person of the Moment: Ray Garcillano Shawnee Heights Fire District Honors Ann Garcia-Brinker for Courageous Act Ace Hardware Bucket Days – Aug. 4-6 John “Rob” Miller, M.D., Joins Stormont Vail Health Emergency Department Stormont Vail Health…

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Stormont Vail Health Achieves Fourth Consecutive Magnet® Recognition

By | July 31, 2023

Stormont Vail Health has attained a fourth consecutive Magnet® recognition as part of the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s (ANCC) Magnet Recognition Program®. This voluntary credentialing program is the most prestigious distinction a healthcare organization can receive for nursing excellence and quality patient outcomes. Organizations that achieve Magnet® recognition are part of an esteemed group that…

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Ann Garcia-Brinker Honored for Courageous Act

By | July 31, 2023

Ann Garcia-Brinker Honored for Courageous Act For Ann Garcia-Brinker, Stormont Vail Health’s Nurse Residency Program Manager, helping others comes as naturally as breathing. A nurse for almost 30 years, she has risen to the occasion countless times, both in and out of the Topeka Campus Hospital. June 24, 2023, was no different. That night, around…

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What is Alcohol Use Disorder?

By editor | July 26, 2023

People often enjoy occasional alcoholic beverages, especially to celebrate special occasions or relax after a challenging day. However, for many others, drinking might be a daily occurrence. But does drinking every day indicate a problem? After all, the scientific consensus for years stated that two or fewer drinks per day for men and no more…

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We Together: A Communication of Stormont Vail Health (July 25, 2023)

By editor | July 25, 2023

Dear Community Partners, Here are today’s updates: Addressing Food Insecurity for Our Community Dairy Queen Miracle Treat Day: Thursday, July 27 Warning: Telephone Scammers at Work Flint Hills Auxiliary Sponsors Collective Good Flash Sale Addressing Food Insecurity for Our Community Stormont Vail Health is on a mission to help address food insecurity in our community…

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Addressing Food Insecurity for Our Community

By | July 24, 2023

Stormont Vail Health is deeply committed to tackling the issue of food insecurity within our community. Dana Blindt, MSN, BA, RN, Director of Care Transformation & Ambulatory Care Management at Stormont Vail, emphasizes the team’s dedication, saying, “We are here to provide unwavering support and resources to individuals facing food insecurity.” What is Food Insecurity:…

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We Together: A Communication of Stormont Vail Health (July 20, 2023)

By editor | July 20, 2023

Dear Community Partners, Here are today’s updates: Mark Your Calendar: Magnet Update 2 p.m. July 31 June Person of the Moment – Lisa Gearhart, RN, Triage Nurse “To Your Health” on WIBW-TV Tonight: Courageous Conversations July is BIPOC Mental Health Month Stormont Vail Makes Change to Captis Mark Your Calendar: Magnet Update 2 p.m. July…

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We Together: A Communication of Stormont Vail Health (July 18, 2023)

By editor | July 18, 2023

Dear Community Partners, Here are today’s updates: Prairie Band Provides Grant for Stormont Vail Cardiovascular Project Body Dysmorphia: Overcoming the Struggle with Body Image Stormont Vail Sponsoring WIBW Job Fair this Wednesday Prairie Band Provides Grant for Stormont Vail Cardiovascular Project Stormont Vail Health has received a grant for $100,000 from the Prairie Band Potawatomi…

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Body Dysmorphia: Overcoming the Struggle with Body Image

By | July 17, 2023

Body dysmorphia, also known as body dysmorphic disorder (BDD), is a mental health condition that affects how individuals perceive their physical appearance. It can have a profound impact on their thoughts, emotions, and daily functioning. Summertime happens to increase the negative effects caused by BDD, but we are here to help you. What is Body…

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