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Ryan Bishop to receive Prestigious Award from AAF-Topeka

The American Advertising Federation Topeka (AAF-Topeka) has selected Ryan Bishop, Media Production Specialist in Marketing and Communications, as the 2026 recipient of the Silver Medal Award, recognizing his outstanding contributions to the advertising industry and his dedicated service to the Topeka community. The announcement was made during a team meeting on Feb. 2.

The Silver Medal Award, the highest honor presented by local AAF clubs, will be presented to Ryan on Feb. 21, 2026, during the American Advertising Awards ceremony in Topeka. It recognizes individuals who demonstrate creative excellence, advance the advertising profession, and actively contribute to their communities. Bishop’s career exemplifies these ideals through his exceptional visual storytelling, leadership, and service. Congratulations, Ryan!

If you missed Flint Hills Emergency Medicine provider Todd Crane, M.D., as they joined Mike Matson on Within Reason with Mike Matson last week, you can catch their full interview anytime. Dr. Crane shared what inspired his path into healthcare, his journey to becoming an emergency medicine physician, and what it’s like working in the fast‑paced world of the ER.

This Wednesday, Feb. 4 from 9–10 a.m., tune in to hear Anwar Khoury, M.D., and  Jarett Skinner, D.O., as they join Mike Matson as this week’s Stormont Vail Health guests. Dr. Khoury and Dr. Skinner will share insights on women’s health services available in the Flint Hills and discuss caring for our friends, loved ones, and military neighbors.

You can watch their appearance here.

Welcome Baby Jubilee: Cultivating Confidence & Connection

Welcome Baby Jubilee is a free community event to help expectant parents and their support network connect with our team, get answers to their questions, and feel confident every step of the way.

“To Your Health” on WIBW-TV this Thursday

Lucas Haefner, Acute Care RN, discusses the impact of virtual nursing on patient care in this Thursday’s “To Your Health” segment that airs at 10 p.m. on WIBW-TV, Channel 13. The segment typically repeats at 5 a.m. and 6 a.m. Fridays on 13 News This Morning and is posted on wibw.com.

*Missed last week’s episode with Dr. Zane Foster, Dr. Kate Willingham, and patient, Janet, discussing a breakthrough blood test and clinical trial that is reshaping the way Alzheimer’s disease is detected and treated?

JOBS SPOTLIGHT

Stormont Vail Health is always looking for the BEST talent to join our team. See all current openings at www.stormontvail.org/careers.

SVnews Every Tuesday

SVnews is available to community partners each Tuesday via email or on stormontvail.org.

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