Inova Fairfax Hospital and WRTC to Celebrate Donate Life Month
March 31st, 2009
Organizations Will Honor Transplantation Community with Flag-Raising Ceremony
Falls Church, VA — April is National Donate Life Month, and Washington Regional Transplant Community (WRTC) is partnering with Inova Fairfax Hospital to kick off month-long activities with a ceremony on April 3rd. The event will be held at 10am outside the hospital’s Gray Entrance (3300 Gallows Road, Falls Church, VA).
In conjunction with Donate Life America’s “Flags Across America” initiative, the event will include the raising of the “Donate Life” flag, which will be flown in front of the main entrance of the hospital throughout April. The flag’s purpose is to honor the hundreds of thousands of donors and recipients whose lives have been affected by organ, eye and tissue donation. In attendance will be donor family members, organ and tissue transplant recipients, waiting list patients, doctors and other hospital staff members.
“Inova Fairfax Hospital is a leader in Northern Virginia in organ and tissue donation and transplantation,” said Lori Brigham, President and CEO of WRTC. “This event will bring all involved in the donation process together not only to honor the courage of those who gave the gift of life through organ and tissue donation – but also to urge everyone to register to become organ and tissue donors themselves.”
People whose lives have been touched by donation or those who wish to show their support for donation are invited to attend the ceremony.
There are more than 101,000 people currently waiting desperately for an organ transplant to save their lives. By the end of today, 18 of those patients will die waiting for an organ that will never come. People in the Washington, DC, area can help end the wait by registering to become organ and tissue donors at www.beadonor.org.
Inova Health System is a not-for-profit healthcare system based in Northern Virginia that consists of hospitals and other health services, including emergency- and urgent-care centers, home care, nursing homes, mental health and blood donor services, and wellness classes. Governed by a voluntary board of community members, Inova’s mission is to improve the health of the diverse community it serves through excellence in patient care, education and research. Inova provides a healthy environment for its patients, families, visitors, staff and physicians by prohibiting tobacco use on its campuses.
Inova’s Life With Cancer Unveils New Family Center
March 30th, 2009
Home-like Environment Will Assist with Coping and Comfort of Cancer Patients and Their Families; Home Features Library, Art Studio and Counseling
Falls Church, VA— Inova Health System’s Life with Cancer® will offer media tours of its new Dewberry Family Center, a free-standing resource center for cancer patients and their families. The new 16,000-square-foot facility combines the comforts of home with a place for cancer education and support of cancer patients and survivors at no additional cost. It is the only health system affiliated resource center of its kind in the Northern Virginia region. A dedication ceremony will be held April 7th.
WHAT:
Media Tour of the new Dewberry Life with Cancer® Family Center
WHEN:
Monday, April 6th
11 a.m.-1 p.m.
WHERE:
8411 Pennell St.
Fairfax, Va.
The new Center offers a state-of-the-art medical library, eight private and group counseling rooms, children’s and adult art therapy studios, a large exercise room for classes specifically designed for cancer patients, a reflection garden with a waterfall and a large dine-in kitchen for healthy eating cooking demonstrations.
“This new Family Center allows us to continue our work in a comforting, soothing and healing environment outside the confines of a hospital,” said Gordon Hay, Director, Life with Cancer. “Inova’s Life with Cancer program is pleased to offer this outstanding new facility to patients battling cancer, their families and survivors as a home away from home.”
Partially funded by the generosity of patients, survivors and community members, the Center will offer support groups for visitors choosing to discuss their diagnosis, fear or grief with others or one-on-one with trained counselors.
For more than 20 years, Life with Cancer has offered support groups, exercise classes, nutrition programs, art therapy and outreach throughout Northern Virginia.
Inova Health System is a not-for-profit healthcare system based in Northern Virginia that consists of hospitals and other health services, including emergency- and urgent-care centers, home care, nursing homes, mental health and blood donor services, and wellness classes. Governed by a voluntary board of community members, Inova’s mission is to improve the health of the diverse community it serves through excellence in patient care, education and research. Inova provides a healthy environment for its patients, families, visitors, staff and physicians by prohibiting tobacco use on its campuses.
Inova Health System Sponsors First Ever “Women’s Show of Northern Virginia”
March 30th, 2009
Inova Physicians, Nurses and Staff to Offer Health Information, Cooking Demonstrations, Virtual Tour of an Artery
Falls Church, VA — Inova Health System is proud to be the official health sponsor of the first ever “Women’s Show of Northern Virginia,” produced by Southern Shows. Inova’s physicians, nurses and staff will be on hand to answer questions, discuss a variety of health topics and demonstrate healthy cooking techniques. Hundreds of exhibitors will offer women the chance to shop for the latest fashion styles and accessories, learn about healthy lifestyle tips, and learn about products on education, travel and more.
WHAT:
Women’s Show of Northern Virginia
WHEN:
Friday, April 3, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Saturday, April 4, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Sunday, April 5, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
WHERE:
Dulles Expo and Conference Center
4368 Chantilly Center
Chantilly, VA
Inova will present a series of physician panel discussions focusing on various health topics that include:
- Breast Health: What every Woman Needs to Know, Friday at 3:30 p.m.
- Back, Bones and Joints, Friday at 6:30 p.m.
- Evaluating Developmental and Physical Needs of Kids, Saturday at 12:30 p.m.
- Gynecological Health, Saturday at 6:30 p.m.
- Options for Weight Loss Surgery, Sunday at 11:30 a.m.
- Heart Health Risk Factors, Management and Treatments, Sunday at 1:30 p.m.
Chefs, food managers and nurses from Inova Loudoun Hospital will present Heart Healthy Cooking techniques at the cooking stage on Friday and Saturday at 10:30 a.m. and Sunday at 11:30 a.m.
Guests are also invited to check out Inova’s Mobile Health Van, which will provide free health screenings including blood pressure, body mass index, bone density, sun damage and limited glucose (diabetes) screenings. In addition, guests can take a journey inside the body with the Artery Explorer, a multi-sensory, interactive motion simulator that takes people on a virtual tour of an artery affected by atherosclerosis, or plaque buildup.
Admission at the door is $9 for adults, $5 for children ages 6-12, and free for children under 6. Advance discount tickets are available at Harris Teeter for $7 and at www.WomensShowNova.com for $8. Parking is free.
Other sponsors include Harris Teeter, WUSA Channel 9, Momslikeme.com, Ourtime.com, Times Community News, Northern Virginia Magazine and Fairfax Woman Magazine. For more information, call Southern Shows at 800-849-0248 or log on to www.WomensShowNova.com.
Inova Health System is a not-for-profit healthcare system based in Northern Virginia that consists of hospitals and other health services, including emergency- and urgent-care centers, home care, nursing homes, mental health and blood donor services, and wellness classes. Governed by a voluntary board of community members, Inova’s mission is to improve the health of the diverse community it serves through excellence in patient care, education and research. Inova provides a healthy environment for its patients, families, visitors, staff and physicians by prohibiting tobacco use on its campuses.
Inova Loudoun Nursing and Rehabilitation Center Receives Grant from ExxonMobil Foundation
March 25th, 2009
(L – R): James Rohrbaugh, Chief Growth Officer, Inova Loudoun Hospital; Kathie Hudes, Volunteer, Inova Loudoun Nursing and Rehabilitation Center (LNRC); Mabel Costello, Activities Department Program Manager, LNRC; Elizabeth Kaeser, RN, MSN, Administrator, LNRC.
Leesburg, VA — Thanks to her volunteer efforts at the Loudoun Nursing and Rehabilitation Center (LNRC), Kathie Hudes presented a grant in the amount of $1,500 to Mabel Costello, Program Manager of the Activities Department of the LNRC on behalf of ExxonMobil Foundation and through its Volunteer Involvement Program.
The Volunteer Involvement Program is funded by ExxonMobil Foundation, the primary philanthropic arm of the ExxonMobil Corporation. Initiated in 1996, the Volunteer Involvement Program seeks to encourage employees, retirees and other eligible participants, including family members, to actively contribute their time and talent to charitable organizations by providing contributions on their behalf. The intent of this program is to encourage volunteerism to worthwhile charitable activities in the community.
Kathie, wife of ExxonMobil employee Tom Hudes, has been a dedicated volunteer for the Activities Department of the LNRC, which strives to increase the quality of life of its residents by offering a variety of daily activities. The residents look forward to these daily events, such as bingo and Wii bowling, to help provide a change of scenery and a chance to socialize. Volunteers build relationships with residents and their families by assisting with the activities or just spending a little one-on-one time chatting and listening. Many of the residents have some wonderful stories of their past.
LNRC is always looking for people interested in volunteering their time and talent for a few hours a week to help bring a smile to others. Another way to support LNRC is through donations of toys, costume jewelry or puzzle books, which are awarded as prizes for various activities. A small beanbag animal, for example, can bring great joy and huge smiles to many residents.
If you are interested in sharing a little of your time and talent, can call Joan Reif, Manager of Volunteer Services at Inova Loudoun Hospital, at 703-858-6468, or Mabel Costello at 703-779-5423.
Inova Loudoun Hospital, serving Loudoun County for nearly 100 years, is part of Inova Health System, a not-for-profit healthcare system based in Northern Virginia that consists of hospitals and other health services, including emergency- and urgent-care centers, home care, nursing homes, mental health and blood donor services, and wellness classes. Governed by a voluntary board of community members, Inova’s mission is to improve the health of the diverse community it serves through excellence in patient care, education and research. Inova provides a healthy environment for its patients, families, visitors, staff and physicians by prohibiting tobacco use on its campuses.
Inova Alexandria Hospital Partners with National Center to Prevent Infant Abductions
March 23rd, 2009
National Center for Missing and Exploited Children Will Host Training Session to Promote Awareness About Nationwide Issue
Alexandria, VA—Inova Alexandria Hospital and the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC) are teaming up for a training session to help prevent infant abductions.
Hospital staff will learn from John Rabun, executive vice president and chief operating officer, NCMEC, how to identify possible abductors and additional techniques to help staff continue to be diligent about preventing infant abductions. This is the first time local media have been invited to attend this training session.
WHAT:
“Safeguard Their Tomorrows” infant abduction prevention training session
John Rabun, executive vice president and chief operating officer,
National Center for Missing and Exploited Children
WHEN:
March 25th
10:30 a.m. to noon
WHERE:
Inova Alexandria Hospital Auditorium
“An infant abduction is one of the worst fears of not only a new parent but for hospital staff as well,” said Marjorie Quint-Bouzid, RN, senior director, women and children’s services, Inova Alexandria Hospital. “It’s important for all of our staff to continue to be proactive in recognizing and preventing any threat to our newborn babies. This training session will assist us in protecting our littlest patients while they are in our care.”
NCMEC provides assistance with implementing new technology and training of hospital and its security personnel to prevent an infant abduction from occurring. The organization also gives guidance on how to respond when an abduction occurs, working closely with law enforcement during and after an incident.
According to a January 2009 study by the NCMEC, more than 250 infants have been abducted from new parents at their homes or in healthcare facilities since 1983. The majority of these missing infants have been recovered.
Inova Health System is a not-for-profit healthcare system based in Northern Virginia that consists of hospitals and other health services, including emergency- and urgent-care centers, home care, nursing homes, mental health and blood donor services, and wellness classes. Governed by a voluntary board of community members, Inova’s mission is to improve the health of the diverse community it serves through excellence in patient care, education and research. Inova provides a healthy environment for its patients, families, visitors, staff and physicians by prohibiting tobacco use on its campuses.
The National Center for Missing & Exploited Children is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Since it was established by Congress in 1984, the organization has operated the toll-free 24-hour national missing children’s hotline which has handled more than 2,350,000 calls. It has assisted law enforcement in the recovery of more than 135,400 children. The organization’s CyberTipline has handled more than 664,610 reports of child sexual exploitation and its Child Victim Identification Program has reviewed and analyzed more than 21,245,760 child pornography images and videos. The organization works in cooperation with the U.S. Department of Justice’s office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention. To learn more about NCMEC, call its toll-free, 24-hour hotline at 1-800-THE-LOST or visit its web site at www.missingkids.com.
Inova Fair Oaks Hospital Achieves National Recognition for Nursing Excellence
March 23rd, 2009
Inova Fair Oaks Hospital Honored with Magnet™ Designation by the American Nurses Credentialing Center
Fairfax, VA — Inova Fair Oaks Hospital has achieved one of the highest levels of recognition a hospital can achieve for excellence in nursing services. The Magnet Recognition Program® of the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) has honored Inova Fair Oaks Hospital by designating it a Magnet™ organization.
“Magnet designation is a tremendous achievement for Inova Fair Oaks Hospital,” said John Fitzgerald, CEO of Inova Fair Oaks Hospital. “It formally recognizes the excellent work our nurses do each day and reflects the commitment of our entire staff to serve as a team, providing the highest-quality care possible for the people of our community.”
The Magnet Recognition Program recognizes healthcare organizations that demonstrate excellence in nursing practice and adherence to national standards for the organization and delivery of nursing services. Applicants undergo a rigorous evaluation that includes extensive interviews about and review of nursing services. Research shows there are clear benefits to the communities served by hospitals that are awarded Magnet status:
- Healthcare consumers have more confidence in the overall quality of a hospital if it has achieved the level of excellence established by the Magnet Recognition Program.
- Magnet-designated facilities consistently outperform other facilities in recruiting and retaining nurses, resulting in increased stability in patient care and patient satisfaction.
- Magnet status becomes an attractive force that extends to the entire facility. Recruitment and retention of talented and experienced staff is improved because quality nursing is one of the most important factors in enlisting high-caliber physicians and specialists.
“In addition to providing a proven process for continual improvement, Magnet facilities attract and retain the best and brightest nurses, who in turn provide world-class care, resulting in optimal patient outcomes,” stated Marie M. Dennis, RN, MSN, NEA-BC and Chief Nurse Executive of Inova Fair Oaks Hospital.
Inova Fair Oaks Hospital joins fellow Inova Health System facilities, including Inova Fairfax Hospital/Inova Fairfax Hospital for Children and Inova Loudoun Hospital, in achieving Magnet designation. ANCC is the largest and most prominent nursing credentialing organization in the United States. Inova Fair Oaks Hospital’s Magnet status is valid for four years.
The Magnet Recognition Program® and ANCC Magnet Recognition® name and logos are registered trademarks of the American Nurses Credentialing Center. Magnet™, Journey to Magnet Excellence™, and the National Magnet Conference™ are trademarks of the American Nurses Credentialing Center. All rights reserved.
Inova Fair Oaks Hospital is a 182-bed advanced acute-care community hospital serving the rapidly growing suburbs of Northern Virginia. The hospital specializes in obstetrics, gastroenterology and surgical services, including bariatric, joint replacement, spine, vascular and minimally invasive surgery. Inova Fair Oaks Hospital was one of two organizations in the state to be honored with the prestigious U.S. Senate Productivity and Quality Award (SPQA), for being a model organization and demonstrating excellence and maturity in its business approaches, deployment and results. The American Nurses Credentialing Center has designated Inova Fair Oaks Hospital as a Magnet facility, the highest merit hospitals can receive for excellence in nursing services. In addition to these esteemed awards, Inova Fair Oaks Hospital has received the designation as a Center of Excellence by the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery.
Inova Health System is a not-for-profit healthcare system based in Northern Virginia that consists of hospitals and other health services, including emergency- and urgent-care centers, home care, nursing homes, mental health and blood donor services, and wellness classes. Governed by a voluntary board of community members, Inova’s mission is to improve the health of the diverse community it serves through excellence in patient care, education and research. Inova provides a healthy environment for its patients, families, visitors, staff and physicians by prohibiting tobacco use on its campuses.
David Goldberg Named Administrator of Inova Fairfax Hospital for Children
March 20th, 2009
Falls Church, VA — Inova Fairfax Hospital for Children is pleased to welcome David Goldberg as its new Administrator, effective April 13. As Administrator, Goldberg will oversee daily operations for the hospital and will be responsible for strategic planning and directing clinical business development. He will report directly to Rod Huebbers, Administrator, Inova Fairfax Hospital Campus.
Goldberg has been a part of Inova Health System since 2001. He is currently the Chief Growth Officer and Assistant Vice President of Operations at Inova Mount Vernon Hospital. Prior to that, he was Vice President of Planning and Development at Inova Loudoun Hospital.
“We’re excited to have David join us here at Inova’s Fairfax campus,” said Reuven Pasternak, MD, CEO, Inova Fairfax Hospital Campus. “During his time with Inova, David has developed strong business and community relationships throughout Northern Virginia, and he’s the right choice to continue building Inova Fairfax Hospital for Children’s presence in the region.”
Goldberg earned a Bachelor’s degree in political science from West Virginia University and a Master’s degree in healthcare management from George Mason University. In 2008 GMU honored Goldberg as its 2008 Distinguished Alumni of the College of Health and Human Services, and he was recently named to the Dean’s Advisory Board of that college. He is also actively involved in various civic associations, including the Boys and Girls Clubs of America and the Boy Scouts of America.
Inova Fairfax Hospital for Children is a 186-bed, full-service children’s hospital devoted to the healthcare of infants, children and adolescents. It is Northern Virginia’s only pediatric tertiary care center, and includes a full-service pediatric emergency department, the region’s only pediatric intensive-care unit and the region’s largest neonatal intensive-care unit.
Inova Health System is a not-for-profit healthcare system based in Northern Virginia that consists of hospitals and other health services, including emergency- and urgent-care centers, home care, nursing homes, mental health and blood donor services, and wellness classes. Governed by a voluntary board of community members, Inova’s mission is to improve the health of the diverse community it serves through excellence in patient care, education and research. Inova provides a healthy environment for its patients, families, visitors, staff and physicians by prohibiting tobacco use on its campuses.
Inova Loudoun Hospital Offering “Smart Heart” Lecture
March 20th, 2009
Leesburg, VA — As part of the “Smart Heart” lecture series sponsored by Inova Heart and Vascular Institute (IHVI), Inova Loudoun Hospital will host its first community lecture, “What Women Should Know about Heart Health,” on Tuesday, March 31, at 7 p.m.
Presented by Sara Kulangara, MD, the lecture will be at Inova Loudoun Hospital, 44045 Riverside Parkway, Leesburg, VA 20176, in Conference Rooms A and B. Participation is free, but registration is requested. Call 703-750-8800 or visit www.inova.org/heartclasses to register.
Inova Loudoun Hospital, serving Loudoun County for nearly 100 years, is part of Inova Health System, a not-for-profit healthcare system based in Northern Virginia that consists of hospitals and other health services, including emergency- and urgent-care centers, home care, nursing homes, mental health and blood donor services, and wellness classes. Governed by a voluntary board of community members, Inova’s mission is to improve the health of the diverse community it serves through excellence in patient care, education and research. Inova provides a healthy environment for its patients, families, visitors, staff and physicians by prohibiting tobacco use on its campuses.
Inova Fairfax Hospital for Children Hosts Child Safety Fair
March 20th, 2009
Marsha Waggoner, RN, Family Centered Care, Inova Fairfax Hospital (left), is a Certified Child Passenger Safety Technician and demonstrated proper car seat safety for Jacqueline Aidaros (middle), Ibrahim Ahmed (right) and their 2-month-old daughter Bajaha at the hospital’s Child Safety Fair on March 18. Local families, patients and staff visited different booths that highlighted sports and swimming safety, bike safety, car seat safety, Internet safety, and nutrition and exercise. The event was sponsored by the Inova Fairfax Hospital for Children Patient and Family Education Committee.
Inova Loudoun Hospital Cancer Center Earns Outstanding Achievement Award
March 18th, 2009
American College of Surgeons Recognizes Hospital for High-Quality Care
Leesburg, VA — Inova Loudoun Hospital has received the 2008 Outstanding Achievement Award (OAA) from the American College of Surgeons’ Commission on Cancer (CoC). The award recognizes cancer programs that strive for excellence in providing quality care to cancer patients. Inova Loudoun Hospital was one of only 93 hospitals nationwide to receive this award.
“We are extremely honored to be named to this prestigious list,” said Punam Dutt, Director, Radiation Oncology Center, Inova Loudoun Hospital. “It is absolutely a testament to the commitment of our physicians, nurses and staff in the continuing fight against this disease and our daily pursuit of excellent patient care.”
To be considered for the award, hospitals undergo a vigorous on-site evaluation by a physician surveyor. Facilities are evaluated every three years on the following criteria:
- Clinical services
- Research
- Cancer data management
- Community outreach
- Quality improvement
- Cancer committee leadership
- Professional education and staff support
The Cancer Center at Inova Loudoun Hospital offers patients a comprehensive treatment program that includes advanced diagnostic tools, surgery treatments, and education and support programs. The radiation-therapy program includes external therapies as well as internal therapies, such as prostate-seed implants. Physicians use the latest image-guided radiation therapy (IGRT) technology to obtain high-resolution 3-D images before each treatment, enabling them to provide precise and accurate radiation treatment.
Inova Loudoun’s sister hospital, Inova Alexandria, also was honored with this award. Inova Fairfax Hospital was a recipient in 2007.
The CoC is a consortium of professional organizations dedicated to improving survival and quality of life for cancer patients through standard-setting, prevention, research, education, and the monitoring of comprehensive quality care.
Inova Loudoun Hospital, serving Loudoun County for nearly 100 years, is part of Inova Health System, a not-for-profit healthcare system based in Northern Virginia that consists of hospitals and other health services, including emergency- and urgent-care centers, home care, nursing homes, mental health and blood donor services, and wellness classes. Governed by a voluntary board of community members, Inova’s mission is to improve the health of the diverse community it serves through excellence in patient care, education and research. Inova provides a healthy environment for its patients, families, visitors, staff and physicians by prohibiting tobacco use on its campuses.
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