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Elena’s Story: Tackling an Epilepsy Diagnosis During COVID-19
If you have a worsening epilepsy condition or suspect you have epilepsy, do not wait to get care. Even in the age of COVID-19, it is crucial for individuals with poorly controlled seizures to see an epilepsy specialist right away for medical evaluation. That’s the message that Elena Stoddard hopes other people take away from…
Read MoreBetty’s Life Is Saved with the Inova Stroke Team’s Quick, Coordinated Care
Editor’s note: Betty was treated at the start of the COVID-19 global health pandemic for a medical emergency – stroke. Today, she is recovered and back home. If you or someone you see is suffering with the signs and symptoms of a stroke, please call 911 or go to the nearest hospital. Fast care within…
Read MoreBladder Cancer Discovery: Immunotherapy as Maintenance Treatment
Bladder cancer is the sixth most common cancer in the United States. Bladder cancer is usually diagnosed at “superficial” or non-invasive stages, when it only involves the lining of the bladder and can be treated with removal of the cancerous tissue alone. However, some patients develop high-risk tumors that are likely to come back and…
Read MoreInova CEO: You Can Trust Us for Safety, Quality, Preparedness and Excellence
In a video message on May 1, 2020, Inova’s chief executive Dr. J. Stephen Jones provided an update on the COVID-19 crisis and Inova’s role in it. “We’ve had to make tough decisions, and work hard to ensure we will always be there for our community. But we will emerge. There is no question, this…
Read MoreAll Five Inova Hospitals Nationally Recognized with an ‘A’ for the Spring 2020 Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade
Falls Church, VA – All five Inova hospitals were once again awarded ‘A’ grades for the spring 2020 Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grades. A national distinction, Leapfrog recognizes Inova’s achievements in protecting patients from harm and providing safer healthcare. This is the fourth consecutive grading period that all five Inova hospitals have received an ‘A’ grade. In…
Read MoreIs it Safe to Go to the ER for non-COVID emergencies?
If you are experiencing a medical emergency, do not be afraid to come to the hospital for immediate care. Inova’s Emergency Rooms are open for all patients and remain a safe place to seek care in Northern Virginia. During this time of COVID-19, Inova has implemented additional safety procedures at all facilities, based on CDC…
Read MoreRyan Zimmerman’s “Pros for Heroes” Fund Helps Healthcare Workers
Ryan Zimmerman of the World Series champion Washington Nationals was featured on NBC’s Today Show on Friday, April 17 to discuss his recently founded Pros for Heroes Relief Fund, which supports front-line healthcare workers and their families. The fund has already donated gifts of meals and financial resources to purchase Personal Protective Equipment for team…
Read MoreNurses Leave Encouragement Messages With Sidewalk Chalk
During the Covid-19 pandemic, the doctors and nurses of Inova Loudoun Hospital are supported with words of enouragement from other nurses. “I was really touched because it’s a great representation of how we support one another,” said Kelly Stevenson, a nurse and special projects manager. Read more and see pictures of the messages on Loudoun…
Read MoreHave You Recovered from COVID-19? We Need Your Help!
Inova Health System is looking for individuals recovered from COVID-19 to donate plasma (colorless fluid part of blood) for a research study. Your donated plasma contains immunoglobulins (immune protection) and this study will use your plasma to help patients currently sick with COVID-19 disease. Learn more at inova.org/covid19/research
Read MoreNoVa COVID Patient Goes Home After 3 Weeks at Fairfax Hospital
A 44-year-old husband and father, Titou Phommachanh of Manassas, was able to reunite with his family after spending three weeks in the ICU at Inova Fairfax Hospital. Having been close to death as he struggled with complications of COVID-19, Phommachanh is now home with his three kids and his wife, who calls his recovery “nothing…
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