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Stormont Vail Health to Hold Annual Celebration of Life

Stormont Vail Health will honor the lasting change that organ, eye, and tissue donation inspires at its annual Celebration of Life at Stormont Vail Hospital in Topeka, 1500 S.W. 10th Ave. on June 19, 2025 from 3:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. This invitation-only gathering honors the families and donors of Stormont Vail organ donors. It…

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Stormont Vail Health to Host 2026 Excellence in EMS Award Celebration

During National EMS Week (May 17–23, 2026) and National Trauma Survivors Day (May 20), Stormont Vail Health invites the community to attend the 2026 Excellence in EMS Award Celebration, from 8:00 a.m. to 2 p.m. on May 22 at 1615 S.W. 8th Ave. in Topeka. At noon, an awards ceremony will be held where Stormont…

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Excellence in EMS Award Celebration graphic with event date, time, location, and Stormont Vail Health logo.

Stormont Vail Health to Host 2026 Excellence in EMS Award Celebration

During National EMS Week (May 17–23, 2026) and National Trauma Survivors Day (May 20), Stormont Vail Health invites the community to attend the 2026 Excellence in EMS Award Celebration, from 6:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. on May 22 at 1615 S.W. 8th Ave. in Topeka. This community event honors the lifesaving work of emergency medical…

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Stormont Vail Health to Host 2026 Older Adult Resource Fair

Stormont Vail Health will offer older adults and caregivers a free, walk-in opportunity to learn practical ways to stay safe, healthy, and independent at the 2026 Older Adult Resource Fair. The event will take place from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, April 25, at the Community Resources Council (CRC) CARE Center @ Stout,…

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Promotional graphic for the Women’s Wellness Summit 2026 titled ‘Thriving Through Every Age,’ featuring colorful overlapping silhouette profiles of women and event details for April 10 at the Pozez Education Center Auditorium at Stormont Vail Hospital.

Stormont Vail Health to Host 2026 Women’s Wellness Summit

Stormont Vail Health is hosting the 2026 Women’s Wellness Summit: Thriving Through Every Age, on April 10, 2026, at Pozez Education Center at Stormont Vail Hospital, 1500 S.W. 10th Ave., Topeka 66604. This event aims to empower women 18 and older with practical, evidence‑based tools to support their health and well‑being across every stage of…

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Stormont Vail Health to Host Free NCLEX Review Session for Nursing Students

Stormont Vail Health will host a complimentary NCLEX review session for RN and LPN students preparing for their licensure exams on Tuesday, Oct. 14, 2025, from 5:30 to 8 p.m. at Pozez Education Center, located at Stormont Vail Hospital, 1500 S.W. 10th Ave., Topeka 66604. Participants will receive a free Qdoba-catered dinner and take part…

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Stormont Vail Health to Host Obesity Symposium

Stormont Vail Health will host the 2025 Stormont Vail Health Obesity Symposium: Multi-Disciplinary Approaches to Treating Obesity on Friday, Sept. 26, at the Pozez Education Center Auditorium in Stormont Vail Hospital, 1500 S.W. 10th Ave., Topeka. The event will also be available virtually via Zoom. This one-day symposium brings together healthcare experts from the Mayo…

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Stormont Vail Health to Light Up Blue for World Drowning Prevention Day

On Friday, July 25, 2025, Stormont Vail Health will join a global movement to recognize World Drowning Prevention Day by lighting Stormont Vail Hospital blue to support the World Health Organization’s campaign to raise awareness and promote water safety. This year’s theme, “Anyone can drown, no one should,” highlights the importance of community education and safety efforts. Drowning is a…

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Stormont Vail Health to Reopen South Tower Entrances for Patient Convenience

Beginning Jan. 2, 2026, the South Tower entrance, Surgical Parking Garage entrance door, and Endoscopy/Pulmonary entrance at the Stormont Vail Hospital in Topeka will be open from 5 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday to enhance patient experience and improve ease of access to services in the South Tower area. Outside of these hours,…

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Stormont Vail Health Trauma Center Receives Level II Recertification

Stormont Vail Health has again been verified as a Level II Trauma Center by the American College of Surgeons. This achievement recognizes the Trauma Center’s dedication to providing optimal care for critically injured patients and is the gold standard for trauma care. This verification will last through April 14, 2025. Stormont Vail first achieved Level…

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Stormont Vail Health Trauma Center Receives Level II Recertification

​Stormont Vail Health has again been verified as a Level II Trauma Center by the American College of Surgeons. This achievement recognizes the Trauma Center’s dedication to providing optimal care for critically injured patients and is the gold standard for trauma care. Treatment at a verified trauma center means patients receive quality, evidenced-based care with…

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Stormont Vail Health Unveils First Look at Future Emporia Clinic

Stormont Vail Health shared an exciting glimpse into the future of healthcare in Emporia during a small celebration with team members. A sign featuring a rendering of the future clinic was unveiled on the property where the facility will be built. The new building will be located at 18th and Road G and is scheduled…

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Stormont Vail Health Welcomes Deangelo Ferguson, M.D., to Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Team

Stormont Vail Health is pleased to announce the addition of Dr. Deangelo Ferguson to its Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery team. He provides surgical and non-surgical treatments at Cotton O’Neil Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery-Asbury Drive, 2902 S.W. Asbury Dr., Topeka, 66614. Dr. Ferguson brings a patient-first philosophy to every consultation, emphasizing trust, honesty, and personalized treatment…

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Stormont Vail Health Welcomes Dr. Kaitlynn Christiansen to Manhattan Campus Primary Care

Stormont Vail Health is pleased to introduce Kaitlynn Christiansen, M.D., a board-certified family medicine physician with lifelong ties to the Manhattan community, to the Stormont Vail Manhattan Campus, 1325 Research Park Dr., 66502. With its blend of year-round residents, students, and service members, she finds the community’s diversity both impactful, fascinating, and meaningful. She believes…

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Stormont Vail Health Welcomes Dr. Leah Kemble, OB/GYN

Stormont Vail Health proudly welcomes Dr. Leah Kemble, OB/GYN, to our team at Stormont Vail OB/GYN – Lincoln Center, 800 SW Lincoln St. in Topeka. Dr. Kemble brings a passion for lifelong women’s healthcare and a deep commitment to listening, understanding, and partnering with her patients. “I wanted to become an OB/GYN to help care…

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Stormont Vail Health Welcomes Dr. Mahmoud Abdallah to the Cotton O’Neil Cancer Center

Stormont Vail Health is pleased to introduce Dr. Mahmoud Abdallah, its newest hematology-oncology specialist. A board-certified internal medicine physician and medical oncologist, Dr. Abdallah will practice at the Cotton O’Neil Cancer Center, 1414 S.W. 8th Ave., Topeka, 66606. Driven by curiosity and compassion, Dr. Abdallah approaches every challenge as an opportunity to grow as a…

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Stormont Vail Health Welcomes Henry Goppert, DPM, to the Cotton O’Neil Foot and Ankle Clinic

Stormont Vail Health is pleased to welcome Dr. Henry Goppert, DPM, to its Podiatry team. He will provide both surgical and non-surgical care at the Cotton O’Neil Foot and Ankle Clinic, located at Kanza Park, 2660 S.W. 3rd St., Topeka, KS 66606. Dr. Goppert offers a comprehensive range of in-office procedures, including ingrown toenail removal…

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Stormont Vail Health Welcomes Laura Vanderheiden-Zahner, M.D., to Family Medicine Team

Stormont Vail Health is pleased to announce the addition of Dr. Laura Vanderheiden-Zahner to its Family Medicine team. She is now accepting patients at Cotton O’Neil North Clinic, 4505 N.W. Fielding Rd., Topeka, 66618. To schedule an appointment, call (785) 270-0080. Dr. Vanderheiden-Zahner provides comprehensive primary care for patients of all ages. Her compassionate, patient-centered…

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Stormont Vail Health Welcomes Psychiatrist Dr. Jason H. Seymour to Outpatient Behavioral Health Center

Stormont Vail Health is pleased to welcome Jason H. Seymour, M.D., a double-board certified psychiatrist, to the Stormont Vail Outpatient Behavioral Health Center at 2601 S.W. 3rd St., Topeka, 66606. Dr. Seymour provides psychiatric care focused in active listening, patience, and collaboration, empowering patients to take a proactive role in their behavioral health. “Trust starts…

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Stormont Vail Health, PrairieLINK Awarded KDHE Grant to Advance Rural Health Transformation

A coalition of healthcare and community partners across northeast and north central Kansas has been awarded $5,465,969 through the Kansas Department of Health and Environment’s Regional Partnership Grant Program (RPGP), a key initiative of the State’s Rural Health Transformation Program (RHTP). The funding will support the continued development of the PrairieLINK Health Alliance of Kansas,…

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