Communications
Stormont Vail Health Achieves Fourth Consecutive Magnet® Recognition
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…
Read MoreAnn Garcia-Brinker Honored for Courageous Act
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…
Read MoreWhat is Alcohol Use Disorder?
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…
Read MoreWe Together: A Communication of Stormont Vail Health (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…
Read MoreAddressing Food Insecurity for Our Community
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:…
Read MoreWe Together: A Communication of Stormont Vail Health (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…
Read MoreWe Together: A Communication of Stormont Vail Health (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…
Read MoreBody Dysmorphia: Overcoming the Struggle with Body Image
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…
Read MoreWhat Is BIPOC Mental Health Month?
Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) Mental Health Month drives awareness of the unique mental health struggles people of color across the US face. This observance is particularly important in light of the COVID-19 pandemic, which exasperated marginalized groups’ ability to access mental health support. Achieving health equity calls for healthcare organizations, lawmakers, and advocates to…
Read MoreWe Together: A Communication of Stormont Vail Health (July 13, 2023)
Dear Community Partners, Here are today’s updates: Dr. Helmbold Talks About Watchman on “To Your Health” Tonight Stormont Vail Health Sponsoring WIBW Job Fair Walk with a Doc – Dr. Patrick Raney Summer Acne Breakouts: Understanding and Combatting New Clinical Trial for Weight Loss Seeks Participants Dr. Helmbold Talks About Watchman on “To Your Health”…
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