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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!
Read MoreWATCHMAN 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…
Read MoreThe 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.
Read MoreStormont 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…
Read MoreIn 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…
Read MoreCelebrating 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 we treat every patient, visitor,…
Read MoreFrequently 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…
Read MoreFor 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,…
Read MoreNurses 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…
Read MoreNurses go above and beyond daily to provide patients and families with excellent care. For Dominic Katsbulas, RN, at the Stormont Vail Health Topeka Campus Hospital Intermediate Care Unit, taking time to alleviate patients’ worries during hospitalization is intuitive. For this reason, we celebrate Dominic for receiving the DAISY Award! The DAISY Award celebrates and recognizes…
Read MoreNurses go above and beyond daily to care for patients and families during their most vulnerable moments. For Erinn Grist, BSN, RN, in the Stormont Vail Stormont Vail 7 North Cardiology/Medical Floor, creating meaningful patient relationships is the standard, not the exception. For this reason, we celebrate Erinn for receiving the DAISY Award. The DAISY…
Read MoreFor Hannah Deviney, BSN, RN, at Stormont Vail’s Topeka Hospital Post-Surgical Care Unit, taking time to support patients’ comfort and dignity is as important to recovery as expert care delivery. For this reason, we celebrate Hannah for receiving the DAISY Award!
Read MoreNurses go above and beyond daily to provide patients and families with excellent care. For James Sellers, BSN, RN, a charge nurse in the Cotton O’Neil Neurosurgery and Spine Center, exceeding expectations is part of the job. For this reason, we celebrate James for receiving the DAISY Award. The DAISY Award celebrates and recognizes nurses…
Read MoreNurses go above and beyond daily to provide patients and families with excellent, compassionate care. For James Sellers, BSN, RN, a charge nurse in the Cotton O’Neil Neurosurgery and Spine Center, exceeding expectations is part of the job. For this reason, we celebrate James for receiving the 2023 DAISY Award.
Read MoreAs a proud supporter of veterans who work in and receive care from our organization, Stormont Vail Health has organized several recognition opportunities to honor Veterans Day. Veterans Day Flag Raising Ceremony As a proud supporter of veterans who work in and receive care from our organization, Stormont Vail Health is recognizing Veterans Day during…
Read MoreNurses go above and beyond daily to care for patients and families during their most vulnerable moments. For Meagan Johnson, BSN, RN, in the Stormont Vail Topeka Hospital Emergency Department, easing patient’s family members through times of crisis goes hand-in-hand with patient care. For this reason, we celebrate Meagan for receiving the DAISY Award. The…
Read MoreNurses go above and beyond daily to provide patients and families with excellent, compassionate care. For Melissa Evans, BSN, RN, C-EFM at the Stormont Vail Health Topeka Campus Hospital Birthplace, going beyond expectations ensures new mothers and babies get the best possible start. For this reason, we celebrate Melissa for receiving the 2023 DAISY Award.
Read MoreEvery year on February 3, National Women’s Physicians Day celebrates women’s achievements and contributions to medicine while reminding us of the importance of diversity and equity in healthcare. National Women Physicians Day also honors the country’s first female doctor – Elizabeth Blackwell, who overcame discrimination, ridicule, and sexism to achieve her medical degree. Her determination…
Read MoreNurses go above and beyond daily to provide patients and families with the best care. For Nicole Pacheco, BSN, RN at the Stormont Vail Health Topeka Campus Hospital Birthplace, delivering comfort and joy to patients is as important as providing excellent care. For this reason, we celebrate Nicole for receiving the 2023 DAISY Award!
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