Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, Policy, Community – How do they Fit?

By mollypatthoran | January 30, 2023

Everyone starts their life in different circumstances, but it’s a shared belief that every human being deserves the right to be as healthy as possible. This is where health equity and policy come into play. Health equity requires removing obstacles to health such as poverty, discrimination, and their consequences including powerlessness and lack of access…

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We Together: A Communication of Stormont Vail Health (Jan 26, 2022)

By editor | January 26, 2023

Dear Community Partners, Here are today’s updates: Meet Liz Barnes: Leader Seeks to Connect with Her Team “To Your Health” on WIBW-TV Tonight Clinical Research Seeking Individuals for Study Meet Liz Barnes: Leader Seeks to Connect with Her Team Making a true connection with team members is important for leaders – especially in healthcare where…

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A LifeLINE for Patients

By mollypatthoran | January 25, 2023

Do you have trypanophobia? This 13-letter word isn’t a disease or disorder, but instead describes a deeply-seeded fear and anxiety when it comes to needles in a medical setting. Needles can be scary – especially if you are already in a situation causing stress or anxiety. Thankfully at Stormont Vail Health, we have some of…

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We Together: A Communication of Stormont Vail Health (Jan 24, 2022)

By editor | January 24, 2023

Dear Community Partners, Here are today’s updates: Stormont Vail Mobile Clinic and Partners Show Community Benefit Stormont Vail Team Member Testifies on House Bill Specialty Team, Nurses Handle IV Needs Current Status at Stormont Vail Health Stormont Vail Mobile Clinic and Partners Show Community Benefit The Stormont Vail Mobile Health Clinic, along with its partners…

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We Together: A Communication of Stormont Vail Health (Jan 17, 2022)

By Andre Negrete | January 19, 2023

Dear Community Partners, Here are today’s updates: Feeling SAD? Behavioral Health Team Has Some Guidance Blood Donations Needed at SVH Community Drive Walk with a Doc Program in Topeka this Saturday RETAINWORKS 2023 Project ECHO Time for Excellence in Nursing Award Nominations Current Status at Stormont Vail Health Feeling SAD? Behavioral Health Team Has Some…

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Feeling S.A.D. – Tips from an Expert

By mollypatthoran | January 17, 2023

Sure, everyone feels down from time to time, but there might be something more to why you aren’t feeling up-to-par during these dreary, winter months! “Seasonal Affective Disorder is a mood disorder characterized by depression that occurs at the same time every year,” explained Abby Buche, LMSW. “Symptoms can include fatigue, depression, hopelessness, and social…

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We Together: A Communication of Stormont Vail Health (Jan 10, 2022)

By editor | January 11, 2023

Dear Community Partners, Here are today’s updates: Wright to be Honored at Retirement Reception K-State PA Students Begin Clinicals with Stormont Providers Community Open House Thursday at Stormont Vail Health Flint Hills Current Status at Stormont Vail Health Dr. Wright to be Honored at Retirement Reception A retirement reception to honor George W. Wright, M.D.,…

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New Year, New Strategy, New You!

By mollypatthoran | January 9, 2023

It’s January and we all know what that means – New Year Resolutions! Whether you are focusing on your physical or mental well-being, Stormont Vail Health is here to help make those resolutions a reality! Here is a list of the top three resolutions being made in 2023, a strategy for sticking to it, and…

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We Together: A Communication of Stormont Vail Health (Jan 05, 2022)

By editor | January 5, 2023

Dear Community Partners, Here are today’s updates: Stacie Mason, MBA, Joining Stormont Vail as Senior VP and Chief Financial Officer A Big Thank You to Manhattan Surgical Hospital and Irwin Army Community Hospital A Great Launch at Flint Hills Campus Dishman Participates in Morning Medical Update “To Your Health” on WIBW-TV Tonight – Dr. Steven…

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