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The beat goes on for this Northern Virginia couple, thanks to knee surgery
Second Chance to Dance Dancing to the “oldies” — music from the 1950s, ’60s and ’70s — has long been one of Beth and Rusty Newberry’s beloved Saturday night standbys. But when severe knee pain from chronic arthritis began to threaten this and other favorite activities, the couple did something else in tandem: they both…
Read MoreSummer safety tips for parents
Water safety, sun protection, bug bites, and dehydration tips: Parents can use these tips to enhance their peace of mind Spending time in the sun and water during summer is one of life’s joys, but without proper precautions, it can lead to a variety of health and safety concerns for children. The most common issues…
Read MoreNew breast center at Inova Loudoun offers high-tech testing plus comforting care
A Vision for Women’s Health Few women relish getting a mammogram, but the new Inova Schar Cancer Institute – Peterson Family Breast Center stands poised to make the testing more efficient, pleasant, convenient and, most importantly, even more accurate. Located on the Inova Loudoun Hospital Medical Campus (click for google map), the 3,800-square-foot breast center…
Read MoreInova Launches Drug Take Back Program at Two Hospital Locations
Leesburg, VA — In another step to help curb access to and abuse of pharmaceuticals, including opioids, which are currently abused at epidemic proportions nationally and regionally, Inova Loudoun and Inova Fair Oaks hospitals are pleased to announce the launch of the Drug Take Back Program. This service will avoid inappropriate access to medications for…
Read MoreGardening Pains: Prevent Back Injury When Doing Yardwork
Ali Moshirfar, MD, is board-certified in orthopaedic surgery. He is a member of the Inova Neuroscience and Spine Institute and Chairman of the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery and Director of spine surgery at Inova Loudoun Hospital. Tina Poore, MSHA, OTR/L, is an occupational therapist and manager of acute care rehabilitation and the joint/spine service lines…
Read MoreNew facility will help sexual assault victims in Loudoun County, ABC 7 – WJLA
LEESBURG, Va. (ABC7) — A first-of-its-kind resource for survivors of sexual assault will soon open its doors in Loudoun County. The new Forensic Assessment and Consultation Team, also known as the FACT Department, will be open at INOVA Loudoun’s Cornwall Campus in downtown Leesburg by the end of the month. Read more.
Read MoreLadies Board Awards $110,500 to Nursing Students
Leesburg, VA — The Ladies Board of Inova Loudoun Hospital is pleased to announce that it has awarded 51 nursing scholarships, totaling $110,500. The recipients represent 19 different accredited schools, including Loudoun’s Monroe Technology Center, and are enrolled in programs at the licensed practical nurse (LPN), associate, bachelor, and master’s levels. Among the scholarships given…
Read MorePulmonary Rehab helps patients regain lung function, strength and endurance
Breathe Easier It’s an all too-frequent dilemma. Those with an acute or chronic respiratory condition feel they should avoid physical activity because it can worsen their shortness of breath (also called dyspnea), characterized by difficult or labored breathing. However, as their activity level decreases, they become deconditioned. “That means you lose endurance to tolerate even…
Read MoreAmerican Association of Critical-Care Nurses recognizes the Progressive Care Unit at Inova Loudoun Hospital with silver Beacon Award for Excellence
Leesburg, VA — The American Association of Critical-Care Nurses (AACN) recently conferred a silver-level Beacon Award for Excellence on the Progressive Care Unit at Inova Loudoun Hospital. This is the third designation of the Beacon Award for the unit. The Beacon Award for Excellence is a significant milestone on the path to exceptional patient care…
Read MoreInova Loudoun Hospital expands ER, honors late CNO Lisa Dugan with renamed chapel
Changes Afoot at Inova Loudoun As part of the Master Plan expansion, various facilities and services at Inova Loudoun Hospital are under construction or have been recently completed. Here is how the major projects are shaping up for the year: Expanded ER & trauma center The last phases in the expansion of the Inova Virts…
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