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CPAP doesn’t work for you? Inova doctor develops new sleep apnea treatment
Good News for Sleep Apnea Sufferers For people with sleep apnea who can’t get the relief they need from continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) machines — devices to help open airways — or other treatments, there may be an answer. Michael Abidin, MD, who specializes in ear, nose and throat disorders, has been developing a state-of-the-art…
Read MoreYoung woman thrives after severe stroke, thanks to the experts at Inova Alexandria Hospital
Time is Brain Having moved to the East Coast from California to complete her law degree, Cynthia Swift, 34, was busy launching a new career in public policy. The job required numerous hours at a computer and Cynthia pushed herself to adjust to the demands of her new workload. In late November, she began to…
Read MoreInova Alexandria Hospital Earns Recertification as a Primary Stroke Center
Alexandria, VA – June 16, 2016 – The Joint Commission recently recertified Inova Alexandria Hospital as a Primary Stroke Center, indicating that the hospital’s services provide patients with the best chance of survival, minimize the results of a stroke and improve recovery. Inova Alexandria Hospital was one of the first hospitals in the Washington, DC, metropolitan…
Read MoreInova Alexandria Hospital Joint Replacement Programs Receive Joint Commission Recognition
FALLS CHURCH, VA – June 16, 2016 – Inova Alexandria Hospital is the first hospital in the Washington metropolitan area, and the second in Virginia, to earn The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval® for outstanding care in shoulder replacement. The Gold Seal recognizes facilities that make exceptional efforts to meet the unique needs of patients,…
Read MoreInova Alexandria Hospital Offers State-of-the-Art Surgical Table for Hip Replacement
Alexandria, VA – June 16, 2016 – Inova Alexandria Hospital now offers an exciting new option in surgical technology for total hip replacement patients: The Hana® Surgery Table – the only surgical table designed exclusively for hip and knee replacement. With its unique capability to position the leg, the Hana table enables orthopedic surgeons to…
Read MorePatient’s awareness of family heart history leads to lifesaving treatment at Inova Alexandria
When (Heart) History Doesn’t Repeat Norma Ely-Jones, a 53-year-old retired air traffic controller and U.S. Army Reserves colonel from Fort Washington, MD, always knew that she was at risk for heart disease. “My mom had heart disease and she had a heart attack 20 years ago, at the same age I am,” Norma says. “All…
Read MoreProject Search nurtures young workers at Inova Alexandria Hospital
Growing Talent Inova Alexandria Hospital is engaged in a community-minded initiative to help students with cognitive and physical disabilities develop on-the-job training. For the last four years, it has offered Project Search, a one-year internship program for students with disabilities in their last year of high school eligibility. The program is a win-win for everyone…
Read MoreWomen’s Auxiliary pledges $1 million gift to Inova Alexandria Hospital
The Twig Pledges Another $1 Million New gift to fund renovations at the Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit “The Twig”, the Junior Auxiliary of Inova Alexandria Hospital, recently pledged another $1 million gift to the hospital – this time, to fund renovations at the Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit. The funds will go toward renovations in the…
Read MoreInova Alexandria Hospital offers moms & babies personalized support with WHO “baby friendly” program
Mother-Baby Bonding Inova Alexandria Hospital (IAH) has received the prestigious Baby-Friendly Hospital designation from the World Health Organization (WHO) and the United Nation’s Children’s Fund (UNICEF). This recognition celebrates birthing centers around the world with superior breastfeeding care and mother-baby bonding experiences. After Kelly Escarrega, 36, gave birth to her twin boys at the Inova Alexandria…
Read MorePrince William County Police Department to Host A Blood Drive in Honor of Fallen and Wounded Officers
Sterling, VA – March 25, 2016 – The Prince William County Police Department is teaming up with Inova Blood Donor Services to host a “Blood for Heroes” community blood drive on Monday, April 4, 2016 in honor of its fallen and wounded officers from February’s incident. According to Chief of Police, Stephan M. Hudson, “The…
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