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We Together: A Communication of Stormont Vail Health 10/24/2024

Dear Community Partners, Here are today’s updates: Celebrating our Washburn Connections Stormont Vail Health and Washburn University have been great supporters of each other over the years, with both having deep roots in the Topeka community. That continues with education and clinical program alliances, our orthopedics and sports medicine program caring for Washburn athletes, and…

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We Together: A Communication of Stormont Vail Health 10/29/2024

Dear Community Partners, Here are today’s updates: Stormont Vail Heath Family Medicine Welcomes Ameer Shams, M.D. Stormont Vail Health welcomes Dr. Ameer Shams to the Family Medicine team in Topeka. A board-certified family medicine physician, Dr. Shams specializes in providing continuing, comprehensive primary care for all ages, genders, and conditions. He brings over 17 years…

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We Together: A Communication of Stormont Vail Health 10/31/2024

Dear Community Partners, Happy Halloween! Here are today’s updates: “To Your Health” on WIBW-TV Tonight – New Simulation Center The new Simulation Center at Stormont Vail Health’s Topeka hospital will be the star of the show on tonight’s WIBW-TV “To Your Health” segment. The Simulation Center is a wonderful educational area where team members and…

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We Together: A Communication of Stormont Vail Health 11/07/2024

Dear Community Partners, Here are today’s updates: “To Your Health” on WIBW-TV Tonight – Dr. Randall Schumacher Dr. Randall Schumacher, a Stormont Vail Health pediatrician, will share information about Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) on tonight’s WIBW-TV “To Your Health” segment. The segment will cover who is at risk as well as provide an understanding about the…

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We Together: A Communication of Stormont Vail Health 11/12/2024

Dear Community Partners, Here are today’s updates: Warm and Thankful Celebration is About Sharing with Community Our Warm and Thankful Celebration, hosted by the Stormont Vail Health Cultural Ambassadors, is a charitable event that brightens the dark winter days while supporting a community organization. This year, our efforts will support individuals experiencing homelessness this holiday…

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We Together: A Communication of Stormont Vail Health 11/14/2024

Dear Community Partners, Here are today’s updates: Stormont Vail Health’s Cultural Ambassadors Expanding Scope The Cultural Ambassadors at Stormont Vail have recently taken on new responsibilities in addition to keeping track of the cultural pulse of our team. Cultural Ambassadors are an advisory committee to Operating Committee and tasked with understanding the atmosphere of connectivity…

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We Together: Physician Assistant Program K-State

In September of 2020, we announced an academic partnership with Kansas State University for the new Physician Assistant program in the College of Health and Human Sciences. Today, the program’s first class of 36 students has begun the 27-month journey to achieve a Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies degree. There were 800 applications…

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We Together: Physician Assistant Program K-State

Dear Community Partners, Here are today’s updates: Manhattan Team Meets at Town Hall “To Your Health” on WIBW-TV Tonight Meet the A-Team – Our Sports Medicine Specialists Thank a Volunteer! May 4 Resiliency Seminars: Mark Your Calendars Manhattan Team Meets at Town Hall Wednesday was a wonderful day in Manhattan. All of our Stormont Vail…

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Weight Management

Home » Specialty Care » Weight Management Available in Topeka & Manhattan The Stormont Vail Health Weight Management program is the only weight management center west of Kansas City that is accredited by the Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery Accreditation and Quality Improvement Program for both surgery and medical weight loss. That means you get the…

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Welcome Baby Jubilee at Stormont Vail Health Cultivates Confidence and Connection

Stormont Vail Health invites expectant parents, siblings, and their support network to the Spring Welcome Baby Jubilee on Sunday, April 19, 2026, from2 to 4 p.m. This free event will be held at the Pozez Education Center on the first floor of Stormont Vail Hospital, 1500 S.W. 10th Ave., Topeka. Spring is a season of…

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What Are Restorative Circles?

Restorative Circles are a type of restorative practice that addresses conflicts or problems with interactions that promote healing instead of blame or punishment. Restorative Circles offer a way for team members to come together and discuss the challenges their department or the organization should improve. By talking about these issues together, everyone can come up…

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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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What Is BIPOC Mental Health Month?

Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) Mental Health Month drives awareness of the unique mental health struggles people of color across the US face. This observance is particularly important in light of the COVID-19 pandemic, which exasperated marginalized groups’ ability to access mental health support. Achieving health equity calls for healthcare organizations, lawmakers, and advocates to…

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Women’s Services

⮜ Return to Healthcare Services Breast cancer and osteoporosis are health conditions that can affect anyone – but adult women are often most at risk. Both of these conditions are easier to manage when they are detected early. And that’s why we opened the Women’s Center at Stormont Vail Health. Mammogram Technology About 1 in…

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Work Care

Corporate Health & Wellness One size does not fit all when it comes to creating a culture of wellness in your organization. Stormont Vail Health offers various programs and services to help you achieve your corporate wellness goals. Cotton O’Neil Work Care Occupational Medicine Cotton O’Neil Work Care Occupational Medicine specializes in the prevention &…

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Wound Care

⮜ Return to Specialty Care Stormont Vail Health Wound Care Center With physical locations in Topeka and Flint Hills, the Stormont Vail Health Flint Hills Campus Wound Center brings leading wound care services closer to home. Conditions We Treat Diabetic ulcers Neuropathic & ischemic ulcers Pressure ulcers Surgical & traumatic wounds Venous insufficiency Stormont Vail…

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You Know Who Cares for You… But Who Cares for Them?

What do you get when you bring together a group of individuals that are astonishingly talented, selfless, full of optimism and ideas, and love to provide support for others in unique ways? The Learning, Talent, and Development teams (LTD) at Stormont Vail Health. LTD is not a department well-known to the masses, but it is…

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Youth Volunteer Program

⮜ Back to Volunteer Opportunities Ages 14 to 17 Stormont Vail has a volunteer program for youth students ages 14 and older. Students can learn about the health care environment and gain life and work experience in many health care settings. Youth Volunteer Application Apply Here General Information Applications will be accepted year round. A…

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