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We Together: A Communication of Stormont Vail Health
Jan. 7, 2025 Dear Community Partners, Here are today’s updates: Thank You to All Who Assisted During Extreme Winter Weather We want to extend our heartfelt gratitude to our incredible team members, their families and others in the community who demonstrated unwavering commitment during the recent unprecedented winter weather. From those who braved the snow…
Read MoreWe Recognize Julie Parnell, Justine Wilt, and Annie Wiggin, October Persons of the Moment
Our team members strive to create memorable experiences for all patients during their stays. Recently, Julie Parnell, Justine Wilt, and Annie Wiggin went the extra mile to reunite two married patients assigned to different units. They worked together to move both beds into one room so the couple could spend time together. The couple was…
Read MoreWe Celebrate DAISY Award Winner Ivan Lopez-Hernandez, BSN, RN
Nurses go above and beyond daily to provide patients and families with excellent care. At Stormont Vail Health, our Pediatric Care team ensures that children receive the specialized care they need while supporting families through their healthcare journeys. Their dedication, expertise, and compassion make a significant difference in the lives of children and their families.…
Read MoreWe Together: A Communication of Stormont Vail Health
Dear Community Partners, Here are today’s updates: Dr. Jonathon Salava Brings Experience, New Orthopedic Procedures Being the first at anything is an exciting yet slightly a nerve-wracking experience. But that’s exactly what Dr. Jonathon Salava has done. Dr. Jonathon Salava is an experienced orthopedic surgeon specializing in knee and hip replacements. Being from Kansas, it…
Read MoreMarch 2023 Person of the Moment: Nancy Billings, Environmental Services Tech
Congratulations to our March 2023 Person of the Moment – Nancy Billings, Environmental Services Tech! Nancy is an integral part of our Stormont Vail Health family and truly embodied one of our tenets: Together we treat every patient, visitor, and team member with compassion and dignity. “During a code blue event – without hesitation, she…
Read MoreFebruary 2023 Person of the Moment: Janis Holiwell, COVID Clinic Specialist 2
Please help us celebrate our February Person of the Moment, Janis Holiwell, COVID Clinic Specialist 2! Janis is such a caring and thoughtful individual that brings so much to her team and patients. “During her vaccine appointment, a patient mentioned that her mother recently passed away and she had been feeling pretty depressed. Janis took…
Read MoreDr. Seuss Day
Our pediatric clinics are the best, they say. Last week, they made us laugh in a special way. Look at the fun they had celebrating Dr. Seuss Day! Thank you to all who participated in our fun – we appreciate you! 😊
Read MoreWashburn University’s “Pink Out” Basketball Game
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!
Read MoreRace Against Breast Cancer Donation
What an amazing response we received for the Give Breast Cancer the Boot campaign this past October. Departments throughout Stormont Vail Health sponsored Boots for a collection of funds to be donated to the Race Against Breast Cancer. Stormont Vail Health Team Members showed their phenomenal commitment once again, raising a total of $9,031.75. That makes…
Read More2023 Cardinal Health Laboratory Excellence List Recognition
Congratulations to Steph Brandt, Laboratory Supervisor, for her recognition on the 2023 Cardinal Health Laboratory Excellence List. This is an amazing honor and a true testament to the support and dedication Steph shows daily. “Steph manages the core lab and has the monumental task to work through staffing shortages, equipment malfunctions, and supply back orders.…
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