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July Person of the Moment

Stormont Vail is proud to have Ray Garcillano, Building Blocks Department Assistant II, named as the July Person of the Moment! In every way possible, Mr. Garcillano enacts the Stormont Vail tenets, especially “Together we treat every patient, visitor, and team member with compassion and dignity.” “On the first week, my 8-year-old son told me…

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Alzheimer Community Forum: Clinical Progress, Resources, & the Effects of Hearing Loss

Stormont Vail Health is hosting a community forum alongside the Alzheimer’s Association, NuSound Hearing, and the Cotton O’Neil Research Center on Tuesday, Aug 29, from 5–7 p.m. in the Pozez Education Center Auditorium in Topeka. During this free event, Stormont Vail’s Dr. Michael Cox will share information about Alzheimer’s disease and new advances in clinical research.…

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Delivering Change: Community Resource Toward Healthy Families

Becoming a parent is a lot like going to school. You’re learning new things, and sometimes you need help. That’s what Stormont Vail Health and Delivering Change: Healthy Families – Healthy Communities is here for. Delivering Change is the only program of its kind in the area offering resources for expecting, new, and existing parents.…

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We Together: A Communication of Stormont Vail Health (Aug 3, 2023)

Dear Community Partners, Here are today’s updates: Megan Northup, M.D., Joins OB/GYN Team in Emporia Amro Elshereye, M.D., New Infectious Disease Physician Stormont Vail Duo on KTWU “I’ve Got Issues” Program “To Your Health” on WIBW-TV: Dr. Randall Schumacher on School Physicals Celebrating World Breastfeeding Week Megan Northup, M.D., Joins OB/GYN Team in Emporia Stormont…

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Celebrating World Breastfeeding Week at the Stormont Vail Health Breastfeeding Center!

It’s World Breastfeeding Week and we’re here to celebrate the beautiful journey of breastfeeding and all the amazing perks it brings to both moms and their adorable little angels. Let’s shine a spotlight on the magic of breastfeeding and give a big shout-out to the Stormont Vail Breastfeeding Center, where moms get supercharged support and…

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We Together: A Communication of Stormont Vail Health (Aug 1, 2023)

Dear Team, (Community Partners), Here are today’s updates: John “Rob” Miller, M.D., Joins Stormont Vail Health Emergency Department July Person of the Moment: Ray Garcillano Shawnee Heights Fire District Honors Ann Garcia-Brinker for Courageous Act Ace Hardware Bucket Days – Aug. 4-6 John “Rob” Miller, M.D., Joins Stormont Vail Health Emergency Department Stormont Vail Health…

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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…

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Ann 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…

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What 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…

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We 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…

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