Archive for October 2008
Shenandoah University and Inova Health System Partner to Expand Nursing Education Program
University Will Triple Class Size and Open New Facility in Loudoun County; Inova to Provide Scholarships and Hospital Rotation Slots Winchester, VA – (October 31, 2008) – Shenandoah University has formed a collaborative affiliation with Inova Health System of Falls Church, Va., in support of the university’s second-degree BSN program. The program will be offered at…
Read MoreInova Fairfax Hospital Allows First Look Inside New Biomechanical Laboratory
Using Cutting-Edge Research To Improve Patient Care Annandale, VA – (October 30, 2008) —Inova Fairfax Hospital will hold an open house Thursday, November 6th, for its new Biomechanical Laboratory. This lab will provide cutting-edge orthopedic research to advance treatment for people with complex bone and joint problems. The biomechanical lab is the only lab of its…
Read MoreInova Alexandria Hospital To Hold Annual Women’s Health Expo
Meet Regional Healthcare Experts and Receive Free Screenings Alexandria, VA – (October 29, 2008) — Do you worry about high blood pressure? Are you at risk for skin cancer? Would you like to learn how to deliver CPR to your infant? Learn more about these and other important healthcare issues at Inova Alexandria Hospital’s annual Women’s…
Read MoreInova Health System Honors Jean and Ric Edelman for Commitment to Nursing
Edelmans Presented with 2008 Commitment to Excellence Award Falls Church, VA – (October 28, 2008) – Inova Health System has announced Jean and Ric Edelman as recipients of the System’s 2008 Commitment to Excellence Award for their dedication and philanthropic support of nursing and nursing education at Inova. The award was presented Saturday, October 25, at…
Read MoreInova Fairfax Hospital for Children Invites Families and Runners to 3rd Annual Star Kid 8K Run/Walk
Proceeds to Benefit Pediatric Heart Program Falls Church, VA – (October 22, 2008) — Hundreds of runners and walkers from Northern Virginia will hit the pavement on Saturday, Nov. 1, for Inova Fairfax Hospital for Children’s third annual Star Kid 8K Run/Walk at George Mason University. Virginia Congressman Tom Davis of the 11th District will kick…
Read MoreInova Loudoun Hospital Offering Free Mammograms Through October
“October Free Mammogram” Program Open to Women in Need Leesburg, VA – (October 20, 2008) — In recognition of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Inova Loudoun Hospital is offering 100 free mammogram screenings to women who are uninsured or overdue for their annual screening. The screenings will be offered through the month of October at three…
Read MoreInova Health System Hosts Gala 2008
Beach Boy’s Brian Wilson to Entertain; ABC’s Leon Harris to Emcee Falls Church, VA – (October 17, 2008) — Inova Health System’s Gala 2008, An Evening of Miracles, will be held Saturday, October 25, at The Ritz-Carlton, Tysons Corner. This festive evening will include silent and live auctions, as well as a live performance by acclaimed…
Read MoreInova’s Life With Cancer Program Partners With Panera Bread For National Breast Cancer Awareness Month
FALLS CHURCH, VA – (October 15, 2008) – Inova Health System’s Life with Cancer® program has partnered with Panera Bread for the month of October in the fight against breast cancer. All Panera Bread locations in Northern Virginia will donate a portion of their Pink Ribbon Bagel® sales to the program. “The financial support of Panera’s…
Read MoreInova Fairfax Hospital Ranked Best in Virginia for Cardiology, Stroke Services, GI Medical Treatment
Inova Fairfax Only Hospital in Washington Region With Five-Star Rating in Valve Surgery Falls Church, VA – (October 14, 2008) – Inova Fairfax Hospital has been ranked the best in Virginia for cardiology services, stroke services and GI medical treatment, by HealthGrades, a leading independent healthcare ratings company. In addition, Inova Fairfax Hospital is the only…
Read MoreInova Health System, Department of Defense Launch New Partnership
Inova to Train, Hire Military Spouses for Careers in Healthcare Falls Church, VA – (October 6, 2008) – Inova Health System and the Department of Defense (DOD) have launched a new partnership that will train and support military spouses interested in careers in healthcare. The new program seeks to provide military spouses with streamlined access to…
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