Santa and Friends Visit Inova Fairfax Hospital for Children
December 21st, 2009
Fairfax County Sheriff’s Office and Police Department Spread Holiday Cheer
On Thursday, Dec. 17, Inova Fairfax Hospital for Children welcomed a very special guest — Santa Claus! Escorted by the Fairfax County Sheriff’s Office and Police Department as part of their 21st annual “Santa’s Ride” holiday campaign, Santa and Mrs. Claus visited patients to spread some holiday cheer. Santa and his elves, along with Rudolph and Frosty, handed out gifts donated by the community.
He's making a list and checking it twice ... Santa looks over 5-year-old Jade's Christmas list.
From Rudolph to Frosty, the whole gang visited 12-year-old Maddison from Dumfries, VA.
Six-year-old Skylar from Fredericksburg, VA, also spent time with Santa Claus to look over the new goodies brought by Santa.
Inova Fairfax Hospital for Children Welcomes Trans-Siberian Orchestra for Holiday Concert
December 21st, 2009
Orchestra Plays Special Concert at Hospital; Former Patients Take the Stage at Verizon Center
The Trans-Siberian Orchestra fills the hospital with the sounds of the holiday season.
This December, patients at Inova Fairfax Hospital for Children were treated to a free holiday concert by the world-renowned Trans-Siberian Orchestra. The Orchestra performed some of their classic holiday songs, including the Christmas Cannon. The performance was broadcast live on the closed-circuit television system throughout Inova Fairfax Hospital for all patients to enjoy. The following evening, former patients and their families traveled into D.C. to see the orchestra perform on stage at the Verizon Center.
Former patients and their families gather at the hospital before taking the Inova Fairfax Hospital for Children Bus of Miracles, courtesy of Reston Limousine, to the Verizon Center.
Former patients Adrian Gomez and Amy Johnson take the stage at the Verizon Center with David Goldberg, Adminstrator, Inova Fairfax Hospital for Children, to welcome everyone.
Inova Breast Care Institute at Inova Fair Oaks Hospital Named an Accredited Breast Care Center
December 15th, 2009
Hospital One of First in Region to Earn Recognition
Fairfax, VA – The Inova Breast Care Institute at Inova Fair Oaks Hospital is one of the first in the D.C. region to earn a three-year accreditation in breast care from the National Accreditation Program for Breast Centers (NAPBC), part of the American College of Surgeons, which sets the standard for how breast cancer patients receive care.
The Inova Breast Care Institute at Inova Fair Oaks Hospital earned accreditation by meeting or exceeding 27 standards of breast cancer care during an on-site review. The Institute was evaluated during an on-site review of its imaging, radiation oncology and medical oncology treatments, surgery, survivorship programs, leadership, research, genetic counseling and breast care navigator program, among other programs.
“Inova Breast Care Institute at Inova Fair Oaks continues to demonstrate its commitment to providing quality breast care to our patients,” said Kirsten Edmiston, MD, Medical Director, Cancer Services, Inova Health System. “The NAPBC designation assures our patients that they’re receiving first-class, state-of-the-art care from a facility that has achieved a superior level of expertise in breast cancer care. The Inova Breast Care Institute is more than just one hospital and one doctor – it’s an entire healthcare system devoted to providing the very best in breast care.”
Only about 100 breast centers nationwide have earned this recognition from NAPBC, which represents organizations dedicated to the improvement of the quality of care for patients with breast care issues.
“We’re honored to receive accreditation from the NAPBC for the Inova Breast Care Institute at Inova Fair Oaks Hospital,” said John Fitzgerald, CEO, Inova Fair Oaks Hospital. “It demonstrates that we provide our patients and their families with optimal levels of breast cancer care and resources – including our breast care navigator, a registered nurse who provides education and coordinates care for patients during this vulnerable time in their lives,” he added.
The Inova Breast Care Institute offers a multidisciplinary team of nearly 100 experts across the System, who provide a full range of breast cancer care. With access points at each Inova hospital, Inova provides more breast cancer care than any other healthcare organization in Northern Virginia, treating more than 1,000 women each year.
The Inova Breast Care Institute at Inova Alexandria Hospital, Inova Fairfax Hospital, and Inova Loudoun Hospital are also NAPBC-accredited, and Inova Mount Vernon Hospital is currently being evaluated.
For more information about Inova Breast Care Institute visit inova.org/ibci.
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 Breast Care Institute at Inova Alexandria Hospital Named an Accredited Breast Care Center
December 15th, 2009
National Accreditation Recognizes Outstanding Breast Care
Alexandria, VA – The Inova Breast Care Institute at Inova Alexandria Hospital recently earned a three-year accreditation in breast care from the National Accreditation Program for Breast Centers (NAPBC), part of the American College of Surgeons, which sets the standard for how breast cancer patients receive care.
“This recognition acknowledges that Inova Alexandria Hospital has a commitment to excellence in quality breast care,” said Christine Candio, CEO, Inova Alexandria Hospital. “Our physicians and staff go above and beyond the call of duty each day to help patients in need of breast cancer diagnosis and treatment.”
The Inova Breast Care Institute at Inova Alexandria Hospital earned accreditation by meeting or exceeding 27 standards of breast cancer care. The Institute was evaluated during an on-site review of its imaging, radiation oncology and medical oncology treatments, surgery, survivorship programs, leadership, research, genetic counseling and breast care navigator program, among other programs.
“We are very honored for Inova Alexandria Hospital to receive this sought-after accreditation. Being among the first centers to receive this accreditation from NAPBC demonstrates that the Inova Breast Care Institute has achieved a superior level of expertise in breast care,” said Kirsten Edmiston, MD, Medical Director, Cancer Services, Inova Health System. “This designation by NAPBC is a testament to our commitment to provide quality care for our patients. The Inova Breast Care Institute is more than just one hospital and one doctor – it’s an entire healthcare system providing the very best in breast care.”
The Inova Breast Care Institute offers a multidisciplinary team of nearly 100 experts across the System who provide a full range of breast cancer care. With access points at each Inova hospital, Inova provides more breast cancer care than any other healthcare organization in Northern Virginia, treating more than 1,000 women each year.
The Inova Breast Care Institute at Inova Fairfax Hospital, Inova Fair Oaks Hospital and Inova Loudoun Hospital were accredited earlier this year, and NAPBC is in the process of evaluating Inova Mount Vernon Hospital.
For more information about Inova Breast Care Institute visit inova.org/ibci.
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 Juniper Program Receives Grant for Arlington Clinic
December 15th, 2009
CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield Donates $250,000 for HIV Care
Arlington, VA – CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield has donated more than $250,000 to the Inova Juniper Program’s Arlington clinic to fund additional services for HIV/AIDS patients. The funds, presented to Inova Dec. 15, will help pay for an additional clinical social worker as well as help provide primary medical-care services, including laboratory tests, diagnostic tests, drug assistance and oral healthcare, to patients receiving services at the Arlington site.
“These much-needed funds will help us provide vital services in a community where the demand for HIV- and AIDS-related care continues to grow,” said Karen Berube, LCSW, CSAC, director, Inova Juniper Program. “We’re grateful to CareFirst and Arlington County leadership for their commitment and ongoing support of our healthcare efforts.”
Inova Juniper Program expects demand for its services to grow, due largely to the closing of Whitman Walker Clinic of Northern Virginia. Inova Juniper Program estimated that 250 clients receiving treatment or care at Whitman Walker would transition their care to Inova, and in fact between February and March 2009, the program saw 143 new patients, compared to the same time period in 2008 when there were only 30 new patients. This increase in demand required additional resources and space to ensure that patients continued to receive high-quality care.
“We think Inova Juniper Program meets a critical need in the Arlington community, and it was important for CareFirst to step up and provide the resources to increase access to HIV and AIDS care for the region,” said Maria Harris Tildon, Senior Vice President of Public Policy and Community Affairs, CareFirst.
Inova Juniper Program provides primary medical care, medical case management, mental health and substance abuse services on an outpatient basis to more than 1,100 persons living with HIV throughout Northern Virginia. To maximize accessibility for clients, services are provided at the main office in Springfield, and five satellite offices throughout the region. For more information about the Inova Juniper Program, visit inova.org/juniper.
In its 72nd year of service, CareFirst – an independent licensee of the Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association – is a not-for-profit health care company that through its affiliates and subsidiaries offers a comprehensive portfolio of health insurance products and administrative services to nearly 3.4 million individuals and groups in Maryland, the District of Columbia and Northern Virginia. Through its CareFirst Commitment initiative and other public mission activities, CareFirst supports efforts to increase the accessibility, affordability, safety and quality of healthcare throughout its market areas. To learn more about CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield, visit www.carefirst.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 Hospital Donates to Salvation Army’s Angel Tree Program
December 11th, 2009
***Media Advisory***
WHAT:
Randy Kelley, CEO, Inova Loudoun Hospital, will present Captain Jana Criss, Loudoun County Salvation Army, with items for more than 90 children as part of the Angel Tree Program. This program provides new clothing and/or toys for children. Doctors, nurses, staff and volunteers of Inova Loudoun Hospital donated the items.
WHEN:
Tuesday, Dec. 15
9:30 a.m.
WHERE:
Inova Loudoun Hospital
Main Lobby at the Christmas Tree
44045 Riverside Parkway
Leesburg, VA
Directions: From Rt. 7, take Lansdowne Blvd. north. Turn right on Riverside Pkwy. Turn right into main hospital entrance. Enter main hospital entrance and look for the Christmas tree.
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 Loudoun Hospital Opens New Simulation Lab
December 11th, 2009
Virtual Reality and Patient Simulators Will Enhance Healthcare Professionals’ Skills
Leesburg, VA – Inova Health System’s commitment to research and education is again being realized, with the opening of the new Claude Moore Simulation Lab at Inova Loudoun Hospital. Virtual reality, patient simulators and computer technology will enable nurses and other healthcare professionals to sharpen their skills, further enhancing patient care in Loudoun County. Members of the media are invited to attend the ribbon cutting and tour on Monday, Dec.14. This event is not open to the public.
WHAT:
Claude Moore Charitable Foundation Simulation Lab
Ribbon Cutting and Tour
WHEN:
Monday, Dec. 14, 2009
2 to 3 p.m.
WHERE:
Inova Loudoun Hospital
44045 Riverside Parkway
Leesburg, VA
The new state-of-the-art simulation lab will enable healthcare professionals to practice a number of skills, from taking vital signs or blood samples to inserting air tubes and performing minimally invasive surgery. Computer-controlled mannequins simulate a range of medical conditions, such as asthma or a heart attack. The mannequins turn blue if there is a lack of oxygen, or they might “complain” of stomach cramping. Instructors can change the symptoms on the mannequins with the push of a button.
This high level of interactivity encourages critical thinking and helps healthcare workers think on their feet. Nurses and students no longer have to wait for real patient situations. With the simulation lab, they can be exposed to various conditions and learn how to treat them, in the safety of the classroom.
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 Scores Big with a Visit from the Washington Freedom
December 7th, 2009
Women’s Professional Soccer Team Player Tours Hospital
On Friday, Dec. 4, patients and staff at Inova Fairfax Hospital for Children welcomed Abby Wambach, a professional soccer player for the Washington Freedom. Wambach toured the hospital with Adminstrator David Goldberg and Senior Director Betsey Snow. She signed autographs, met patients and their families, and found many fans among those she visited.
Nurses Joyce Hayden, Lorie Ellis, and Liz Stacey meet Washington Freedom player Abby Wambach in the Pediatric Emergency Department, along with David Goldberg, Administrator, Inova Fairfax Hospital for Children.
Betsey Snow, Senior Director, and Rachel Eckert, RN, Adolescent Unit, talk with Abby Wambach of the Washington Freedom.
Life with Cancer Launches New, Patient-Friendly Web Site
December 1st, 2009
Site Features Easy-to-Use Online Calendar and Registration; Improved Accessibility and Resources for Patients, Families
Falls Church, VA – Life with Cancer®, part of Inova Health System and Northern Virginia’s only community-based, non-profit cancer education and support organization, has launched its new Web site, lifewithcancer.org. The site introduces a revamped, user-friendly look with improved features, including a new comprehensive class calendar with online registration; easy access to resources tailored for patients, caregivers, teens and kids; quick links to Life with Cancer’s social media sites; and a newsroom for quick access to the latest Life with Cancer news. Additionally, the Web site has in-depth information about Life with Cancer’s Spanish-language programs and events, as well as improved access to Inova Cancer Services and Inova Health System resources.
The new site was made possible by a $50,000, two-year grant from Side-Out Foundation, an organization dedicated to raising funds for breast cancer through volleyball tournaments across the nation. The grant’s goal is to advance Life with Cancer’s national presence and ability to educate and support those affected by cancer.
“We’re pleased to launch our new Web site to help provide more comprehensive resources to patients, families, friends and healthcare providers,” said Gordon Hay, Director, Life with Cancer. “As part of our efforts to expand regionally and nationally, our site will enable us to improve communications and outreach to those affected by cancer. As we continue to expand our service areas, our new site will be able to support our growing need to disseminate information to the community, as well as to receive feedback.”
For more information about Side-Out Foundation and its clinical trial, please visit side-out.org. For more information about Life with Cancer, visit lifewithcancer.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.
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