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Stormont Vail Health is offering sports physicals at all Express Care locations, providing families with a fast and convenient option to get students ready for the upcoming sports season. No appointment is necessary – just walk in during clinic hours: A couple things to know before you head in: Find an Express Care location near…
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Stormont Vail Health was proud this week to be the sponsor of Washburn University’s “Pink Out” men’s and women’s basketball games at Lee Arena. The games promoted breast cancer awareness and the importance of early screening. Stormont Vail provided information about mammograms and handed out pink water bottles – including one to Washburn’s Ichabod mascot!
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WATCHMAN A One-Time Implant that Helps Reduce AFib Stroke Risk How Does AFib Increase Stroke Risk? The average person with atrial fibrillation (also called AFib or AF) is five times more likely to have a stroke than someone with a regular heartbeat.1 That’s because AFib can decrease the heart’s pumping capacity by as much as…
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The Stormont Vail Health Weight Management Program achieves a new milestone in community health with its 500th bariatric surgery milestone.
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The Joint Commission has recognized Stormont Vail Health’s dedication to expectant moms with Advanced Certification in Perinatal Care. The certification recognizes Stormont Vail’s efforts to achieve integrated, coordinated, and patient-centered prenatal through postpartum care.
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Stormont Vail Health is proud to be recognized by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas (BCBSKS) with a Blue Distinction® Centers+ (BDC+) for Maternity Care designation, as part of the Blue Distinction Specialty Care program. To earn this designation, each facility must deliver quality care, safely and cost-effectively. “At Stormont Vail, we are devoted…
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In 1993, Bill Clinton became president, Jurassic Park debuted, and the Cotton O’Neil Heart Center earned its first vascular testing accreditation from the Intersocietal Accreditation Commission (IAC). A lot has changed since then, but our commitment to providing the best in vascular testing and care remains the same! That’s why, after 30 years, we’re proud…
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Home » We Are Stormont Celebrating Small Moments Every interaction with our patients, their families and our co-workers is an opportunity to leave a memorable, positive impact on their lives: a Small Moment. Whether big or small, these Small Moments collectively shape who we are as a health care organization rooted in our community. Together…
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Frequently Asked Questions about We Ask Because We Care What Is “We Ask Because We Care”? Expand We Ask Because We Care is a health equity initiative that will allow us to learn more about our patients and their backgrounds. Through this initiative, Stormont Vail Health patient services team members and health providers will ask…
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For the 5 North Team, above and above is just the beginning. As a stroke and neuropsychology department, 5 North serves a wide variety of patients with significant medical needs – and, in many cases, complex behavioral and social challenges. Meeting this vulnerable population’s needs demands extraordinary collaboration, compassion, and innovation at the individual, team,…
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Calm in Crisis. Care in Action. When an emergency notification about an active shooter was issued, Alicia Criger, Emporia Clinic Nurse Manager, took charge with speed and composure. Within minutes, she locked down staff and patients in their current locations to keep everyone safe. For two tense hours—marked by confusion and communication gaps—Alicia stayed calm,…
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Nearly 8,000 Stormont Vail Health team members (plus their friends and families) turned out to celebrate the season under the sun at Gary’s Farm. From pumpkin picking to corn mazes to photo ops, this year’s team event was packed with energy, laughter, and great company. Thank you to everyone who joined—we can’t wait for next…
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We’re proud to recognize Brett Baker, registered nurse (RN) in our Emergency Department, for his DAISY Award! When a young patient on the autism spectrum arrived in the ER after a painful injury, Brett went above and beyond to create a safe and calming environment. He offered fidget toys to help soothe the child and…
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We’re proud to celebrate Caitlyn Viergever, an RN at the Cotton O’Neil Cancer Center, for receiving a DAISY Award! When a patient had a rare reaction to a routine medication, Caitlyn didn’t hesitate to jump into action. Her quick thinking and calm presence turned a frightening moment into one of trust and safety. Read her…
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When a baby entered the world at just 26 weeks, Calli, NICU RN, became a lifeline for the family for more than 60 days—and made an impact that will last a lifetime.
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By taking the time to personally seek out a solution for a patient in distress, Candace Huber, Patient Experience Coordinator, turned a challenging situation into a remarkable opportunity for care and compassion. Her daily acts of kindness not only contribute to individual well-being, but a culture built on empathy and connection, reflecting our first tenant:…
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Caroline Abrahamson, a speech language pathologist with our Rehabilitation Services team, exemplifies the power of human connection in healthcare. Her clinical expertise is matched by her deep commitment to understanding each patient’s story. She reminds us that healing isn’t clinical, it’s personal—and that’s why we’re proud to recognize her as this month’s Person of the…
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Nurses go above and beyond daily to care for patients and families during their most vulnerable moments. For Chelsea Stanwix, RN, at Stormont Vail Health Medical Surgical, taking time to support each patient’s comfort and dignity lies at the core of her profession. For this reason, we celebrate Chelsea for receiving the DAISY Award. The…
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Recently, a patient at our Heart Center in Topeka developed chest pains after a stress test. They reported symptoms to CoraLeigh, a pre-registration representative, who jumped into action. She called the resource nurse, who advised her to call American Medical Response (AMR). While waiting for AMR, the patient underwent an electrocardiogram (EKG), which showed that…
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Kudos to Chudney Williams, a labor and delivery nurse at our Flint Hills Campus, for receiving a DAISY award after helping a patient ease her anxieties. “Chudney laughed with me. She made me feel as though I was safe and cared for, but not just in the medical sense,” the patient said in her nomination.…
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