Crohn’s Disease Clinical Trial Recruitment

The AFFIRM Study is looking for adults who are 18 years of age or older, with moderate to severe Crohn’s disease (CD). The study is researching a study drug to see if it can safely be given subcutaneously (an injection under the skin) with the goal of inducing “remission” in adults with CD. Remission is…

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We Together: A Communication of Stormont Vail Health (Mar 05)

Dear Community Partners, Here are today’s updates: Stormont Vail Health Welcomes Lincoln Center OB/GYN Jessica Kieffer, M.D. Stormont Vail Health proudly welcomes Dr. Jessica Kieffer, an OB/GYN specializing in reproductive medicine and pregnancy care, to the Stormont Vail Women’s Services team. Dr. Kieffer delivers various women’s health services in the Stormont Vail OB/GYN-Lincoln Center, 800…

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We Together: A Communication of Stormont Vail Health (Feb 29)

Dear Community Partners, Here are today’s updates: Community and Nursing Reports Capture Milestones Each year Stormont Vail Health creates annual reports to recognize and document our accomplishments of the past year. The Community Report and Nursing Report are provided in print and online as a way to tell our story. The “We Are Stormont” theme…

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We Recognize Isaac Littlejohn, February Person of the Moment

Facilities management professionals are the cornerstone of an effective environment of care. These professionals play an important, though often hidden, role in preparing facilities to meet patient and team members’ needs. In a healthcare setting, they ensure the effective, uninterrupted operation of hospitals and clinics by managing equipment and environmental services, utility maintenance and use,…

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We Together: A Communication of Stormont Vail Health (Feb 22)

Dear Community Partners, Here are today’s updates: Deb Yocum: Trading Spreadsheets for Alpacas Deb Yocum had no idea as a new staff accountant assigned to handle the books of an internal medicine clinic that someday it would evolve into a 35-year career in healthcare administration. In short order, Deb was hired in 1988 by the…

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We Together: A Communication of Stormont Vail Health (Feb 20)

Dear Community Partners, Here are today’s updates: Supporting You: How Our Benefits Promote Your Educational Goals The decision to take college courses toward completing your baccalaureate or advanced degree requires an investment of both your time and financial resources. Stormont Vail Health offers you two types of support – one during your education process and…

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Treating Common High School Sports Injuries

Where there are sports, there are bound to be sports injuries. Nowhere is this more evident than in high school sports. And if those injuries don’t receive the right treatment, teens risk reinjury and more time out of the game. Keep reading to learn more. Common High School Sports Injuries Leg Muscle Strains Brad Parry…

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We Celebrate National Women’s Physicians Day

Every year on February 3, National Women’s Physicians Day celebrates women’s achievements and contributions to medicine while reminding us of the importance of diversity and equity in healthcare. National Women Physicians Day also honors the country’s first female doctor – Elizabeth Blackwell, who overcame discrimination, ridicule, and sexism to achieve her medical degree. Her determination…

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We Together: A Communication of Stormont Vail Health (Jan 23)

Here are today’s updates: Tracy O’Rourke Recognized for Exceptional Service and Leadership We proudly announce that Tracy O’Rourke, FACHE, Senior Vice President and Chief Operating Officer, has been named the American College of Healthcare Executives’ 2023 Kansas Regent Award Recipient for demonstrating exceptional service and leadership to the Kansas chapter and the profession. Tracy’s achievement…

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