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We Together: A Communication of Stormont Vail Health
Dear Community Partners, Here are today’s updates: Person of the Moment: Sally Simmons, RN, Carbondale Clinic Congratulations to Stormont Vail Health team member Sally Simmons for being recognized as the January Person of the Moment. Sally is being honored for her exceptional professionalism and quick thinking during a WebEx call with a colleague who was…
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Dear Community Partners, Here are today’s updates: Stormont Vail OB/GYN – Lincoln Center Welcomes Megan Northup, M.D. We are pleased to welcome Dr. Megan Northup to Stormont Vail OB/GYN – Lincoln Center Urish. As she brings her extensive experience in pelvic pain, complex obstetrics, and perinatal loss to the Topeka community, Dr. Northup will continue…
Read MoreWe Together: A Communication of Stormont Vail Health
Dear Community Partners, Here are today’s updates: Debra Clayton Recognized at Stormont Vail Board Meeting Stormont Vail Health board member Debra Clayton was honored at a recent board meeting for her 10 years of distinguished service on the Board of Directors and wished a happy retirement from the board. Mark Ruelle, Chairman of the Board…
Read MoreTogether, We Impact: $12,596.25 Raised for Kids’ Healing
In 2024, the Azura Impact card raised $12,596.25 for Children’s Miracle Network at Stormont Vail! Thanks to our partners at Azura Credit Union and all of you for helping kids heal! Spend Smart with Azura’s Community Impact Card The Community Impact Card from Azura Credit Union lets you help local children while you shop! When…
Read MoreWe Recognize Julie Parnell, Justine Wilt, and Annie Wiggin, October Persons of the Moment
Our team members strive to create memorable experiences for all patients during their stays. Recently, Julie Parnell, Justine Wilt, and Annie Wiggin went the extra mile to reunite two married patients assigned to different units. They worked together to move both beds into one room so the couple could spend time together. The couple was…
Read MoreWe Together: A Communication of Stormont Vail Health
Jan. 7, 2025 Dear Community Partners, Here are today’s updates: Thank You to All Who Assisted During Extreme Winter Weather We want to extend our heartfelt gratitude to our incredible team members, their families and others in the community who demonstrated unwavering commitment during the recent unprecedented winter weather. From those who braved the snow…
Read MoreWe Recognize Julie Parnell, Justine Wilt, and Annie Wiggin, October Persons of the Moment
Our team members strive to create memorable experiences for all patients during their stays. Recently, Julie Parnell, Justine Wilt, and Annie Wiggin went the extra mile to reunite two married patients assigned to different units. They worked together to move both beds into one room so the couple could spend time together. The couple was…
Read MoreStormont Vail Foundation Announces Enhancements to NICUThanks to Local Donors
The Stormont Vail Foundation is proud to announce upgrades to the Stormont Vail Health Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) and Mother & Baby Department, reinforcing its commitment to providing exceptional care for newborns. The announcement was made today during a special event in celebration of team members and local donors, including Advisors Excel, who made…
Read MoreWe Together: A Communication of Stormont Vail Health
Dear Community Partners, Here are today’s updates: Vicky McGrath Selected as Magnet Abstract Reviewer Congratulations to Vicky McGrath, DNP, MBA, RN, OCN, Assistant Professor at the Baker School of Nursing, for being selected as a 2025 Magnet abstract reviewer for the ANCC National Magnet Conference® and the ANCC Pathway to Excellence Conference®. This is an honor for Vicky…
Read MoreWe Together: A Communication of Stormont Vail Health
Here are today’s updates: Walk With a Doc this Saturday with Dr. Traci Cuevas Are you looking to reduce the risk of hospital readmission while recovering from an injury? Want to avoid a hospital visit altogether? Join Dr. Traci Cuevas, a Post-Acute Care specialist at Stormont Vail’s Topeka hospital for tips on preventing injuries, managing recovery,…
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