Health

SNVMC recognized for excellence in lactation care

By Uriah Kiser

Sentara Northern Virginia Medical Center: “Sentara Northern Virginia Medical Center (SNVMC) in Woodbridge, Virginia, has received the IBCLC Care Award for excellence in providing a lactation program for breastfeeding families and in recognition of its staffing professionals who hold the prestigious International Board Certified Lactation Consultant® (IBCLC®) credential.”

“Presented by the International Board of Lactation Consultant Examiners® (IBLCE®) and International Lactation Consultant Association® (ILCA®), the IBCLC Care Award also demonstrates that SNVMC has completed activities that help protect, promote, and support breastfeeding.”

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Volunteers sought for pop-up clinic in Luray

By Madina Habib

Remote Area Medical: “RAM urgently needs volunteers to help provide free dental, vision and medical Remote Area Medical services to the Luray, Va. and surrounding communities on Sept. 30-Oct. 1.”

The two-day clinic is to be held at Luray High School, located at 243 Bulldog Drive, Luray. RAM is also in general need of support volunteers to set up on Sep 29, and to take down on Oct 1. Individuals do not need to work on the medical field in order to volunteer as general support.

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Rappahannock Women’s Health Center closing in August

By Uriah Kiser

Rappahannock Women’s Health Center: “To our valued patients, It is with a heavy heart we have to announce the closing of RWHC. Please bear with us over the next few days as we will put out more information on how to obtain your records. This was not an easy decision, and we understand for some, this will be difficult. We will do everything we can to make this a smooth transition for all. We will be open through mid-August.”

The firm did not provide a reason for the closure. It provided OB-GYN care for women at two locations, 1071 Care Way, Suite 101, in Fredericksburg, and 9701 Hospital Blvd, Suite 101, in Spotsylvania.

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Sentara Medical Center and Potomac Urology reach prostate care milestone

By Amelia Breeden

Sentara Northern Virginia Medical Center: “Sentara Northern Virginia Medical Center (SNVMC) and Potomac Urology are celebrating the 750th case using Aquablation therapy for the treatment of enlarged or swollen prostate in men.”

“This milestone places SNVMC among a handful of hospitals in the U.S. to treat 750 patients or more using this innovative therapy.”

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Kaine and Warner look to permanently expand Medicare telehealth services

By Uriah Kiser
[Photo by National Cancer Institute on Unsplash]

“The federal government dictates how Medicare and self-insured plans cover telemedicine, whereas Medicaid and fully insured private plans fall within the purview of the states.”

“Expansion of Medicare coverage of telehealth services has always been the goal of the Creating Opportunities Now for Necessary and Effective Care Technologies for Health Act, which was first introduced in 2016 and has not yet been passed, though it has been reintroduced in each successive Congress and parts have been codified into law.”

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Mary Washington Regional Cancer Center accredited

By Uriah Kiser
Mary Washington Hospital

Mary Washington Healthcare: “The National Accreditation Program for Breast Centers (NAPBC), a quality program administered by the American College of Surgeons (ACS), has granted accredited status to Mary Washington Healthcare’s Regional Cancer Center (MWHC RCC).”

“To achieve voluntary NAPBC accreditation, a breast center demonstrates compliance with the NAPBC standards that address a center’s leadership, clinical services, research, community outreach, professional education, and quality improvement for patients. Breast centers seeking NAPBC accreditation undergo a site visit every three years.”

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Mary Washington Healthcare free community baby shower

By Uriah Kiser

Mary Washington Hospital: “Do you have a little ray of sunshine on the way? New and soon-to-be parents, bring your family and join Mary Washington Healthcare for a free community baby shower. Learn about our services, meet community businesses, and discover local resources for you and your little one. Enjoy raffles, goodie bags, and light refreshments. Fredericksburg Police Department will be offering free car seat safety checks.”

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Inova gifted $75 Million for hospital’s heart and vascular programs

By Potomac Local News

Inova: “Today Inova announced a transformational gift from long-time supporters of Inova, Dwight and Martha Schar, to support the hospital system’s heart and vascular programs. The Schars’ gift of $75 million – one of the largest to advance heart health in the country – will accelerate innovative cardiovascular care in Northern Virginia through the enhancement and expansion of what will become “Inova Schar Heart and Vascular.” The funds will be used to grow specialty services; focus on research, outreach, prevention and early diagnosis; recruit and retain top care team talent; and promote health equity across the Northern Virginia region.”

“The Schars have given or pledged more than $126 million to Inova Health System since 1993, including a $50 million gift in 2015 to establish the Inova Schar Cancer Institute. Seeking to expand the impact of their latest gift, the Schars are also challenging the Northern Virginia community to match their pledge.”

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Joyner named new Sentara Northern Virginia Medical Center president

By Potomac Local News

Sentara Health announced today that Jeff Joyner, MHA, FACHE, has been named President of Sentara Northern Virginia Medical Center. Joyner will begin his tenure at SNVMC in June 2023.

Joyner comes to Sentara from Bassett Healthcare Network in Cooperstown, N.Y., where he served as Senior Vice President, Chief Hospital Executive at A.O. Fox Hospital, part of the Bassett Healthcare Network. He is recognized for creating a new culture and philosophy of growth for the hospital.

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