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March 2026 Person of the Moment: Eboni Mitchell
We often talk about how small moments make a meaningful difference. For Eboni Mitchell, Environmental Services Tech at Stormont Vail Hospital, one of those moments came during a night shift when she learned a patient was worried about their beautifully braided hair becoming tangled while resting. Eboni remembered that concern and waited for the patient…
Read MoreFrom Recovery to the Runway: Supporting Survivors at the 2026 Couture for Cancer
From Recovery to the Runway: Supporting Survivors at Couture for Cancer Couture for Cancer is more than a fundraiser, it’s a celebration of strength and resilience that honors women cancer survivors while raising funds for the American Cancer Society. A portion of the funds raised also helps provide transportation services for local patients. A Partnership…
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In this week’s issue: Highlights From the 2026 Women’s Wellness Summit Thank you to everyone who joined us at our first-ever Stormont Vail Health Women’s Wellness Summit! On Friday, April 10, more than 100 women gathered together for honest conversations about aging, wellness, and navigating every stage of life with confidence. Attendees gained practical insight,…
Read MoreFebruary 2026 Person of the Moment: Megan Affolter, RN
When a patient at the Stormont Vail Health Flint Hills Campus required emergency surgery and rapidly declined, the care team moved quickly to arrange a transfer to Topeka. Severe weather eliminated air transport, and during ground transport preparation, the patient became unstable and required continuous manual ventilation. With limited EMS support available and a long…
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In this week’s issue: Celebrating 11 Years of High 5 Excellence for Moms & Babies Stormont Vail Health has earned our 11th High 5 for Mom & Baby Premier recognition, which represents countless moments of support, evidence‑based care, and commitment to practices that strengthen breastfeeding outcomes and help give mothers and babies the best possible start.…
Read MoreStormont Vail Hospital Pharmacy Renovation Nears Completion
After months of careful planning and phased construction, the newly renovated Pharmacy at Stormont Vail Hospital is nearly ready to open, marking a major milestone for acute care teams and patients. Located in the South Tower basement, the Pharmacy stayed fully operational throughout the 18-month renovation thanks to a phased approach and our dedicated team.…
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Dear Community Partners,Please enjoy this week’s issue of SVnews. We Celebrate Nick Ahlert, DAISY Award Winner 🌼 Compassion. Communication. Extraordinary care. These qualities compelled a patient’s family member to nominate Nick Ahlert, Acute Care RN on the Critical Care Unit (CCU) Pavilion at Stormont Vail Hospital, for the DAISY Award. Celebrate Valory Palmer, Sunflower Award…
Read MoreStormont Vail Health Team Members Light Up Cosmic Bowling
Stormont Vail Health team members, friends, and family hit the lanes for an evening of friendly competition and the occasional questionable bowling form at our recent cosmic bowling event. With glowing lanes and plenty of close frames, the night offered a fun break and a chance to connect outside of work. Congratulations to Megan McComas…
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Dear Community Partners,Please enjoy this week’s issue of SVnews. Celebrate Hannah Reynolds, DAISY Award Winner 🌼 Hannah’s dedication shines through in every interaction, and her DAISY Award reflects what many of us already know—that she leads with integrity, compassion, and genuineness. Her professionalism made a meaningful difference during a vulnerable time, and we’re pleased to…
Read MoreWe Celebrate Hannah Reynolds, DAISY Award Winner
Extraordinary nurses leave lasting imprints on patients’ and families’ lives every day. Hannah Reynolds, Acute Care RN at the Stormont Vail Health Flint Hills Campus, embodies this through her integrity and compassion. Her DAISY nomination highlights how she honored a family’s care requests and provided clear communication and exceptional care. We’re proud to celebrate her…
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