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Concussion clinic opens at Inova Mount Vernon Hospital
Concussion clinic opens at Inova Mount Vernon Hospital Children and adults who experience head injuries can now come to Inova Mount Vernon Hospital for testing and expertise. The Inova Concussion Clinic started at the hospital late last year. “I think it’s a great service to the community, and it’s helped a lot of kids get back…
Read MoreGet the spring back in your hip! Inova’s new, less invasive joint procedure
Joint Opportunity Less invasive hip replacement procedure results in quicker return to activities Hip replacement has become one of the most commonly performed surgeries in the U.S. Each year, 332,000 people choose to have the time-tested procedure. The Joint Replacement Center at Inova Mount Vernon Hospital offers several types of hip procedures, including anterior hip…
Read MoreInova’s Dr. Robert Najarian spoke with WUSA 9 about Fad Workout Injuries
Inova Medical Group’s Dr. Robert Najarian spoke with WUSA 9 about injuries that could occur with the latest fad workouts.
Read MoreInova Mount Vernon New CEO Announces $2 Million Gift
ALEXANDRIA, VA – June 20, 2014 – Inova Mount Vernon Hospital officially introduced its new CEO, Deborah Addo, who commenced her tenure with the announcement of a $2 million philanthropic gift from local and long-time resident Jeffrey Veatch. Meeting with Mount Vernon community leaders and area media, Addo talked about her nearly 30 years of…
Read MoreInova to Host FREE Youth Sports Safety and Health Expo
Learn what you need to know to keep your young athletes safe and healthy Parents, coaches, and youth athletes are invited to attend a free one-of-a-kind event focusing on keeping young athletes safe and healthy. The event is being held Saturday, July 26, 2014 at the Patriot Center at George Mason University. The day will…
Read MoreInova Releases Updated Mobile Application; Addresses Emergency Readiness for Community
Falls Church, VA – May 21, 2014 – Serving one of the most mobile-connected communities in the US, Inova has recently released the latest update of its already popular suite of free mobile applications. Focusing on the distinct needs of the community, the new Inova app helps users stay prepared by providing direct access to the…
Read MoreLocal tennis enthusiast returns to center court after shoulder surgery for osteoarthritis
Getting Her Swing Back Local tennis enthusiast returns to center court after shoulder surgery for osteoarthritis Pain is no match for Betsy Leavitt Stanford. When osteoarthritis threatened her ability to play tennis, the 77-year-old Arlington resident stayed in the game with shoulder replacement surgery. And she’s glad she did. “Before surgery, my shoulder throbbed all…
Read MoreQuality of life steers knee replacement decision
For a local woman and her surgeon, quality of life steers knee replacement decision When Judith Rodney was in her early 50s, three doctors told her that she was too young to have her knees replaced. But her arthritis was growing worse over time, causing her tremendous pain, stiffness and curvature in her knee joints.…
Read MoreActive patient overcomes rare auto-immune disease with help from Inova Rehabilitation Center
Surviving Guillain-Barre Syndrome An active patient overcomes rare auto-immune disease with help from Inova Rehabilitation Center Juan Ochoa thrived on an active lifestyle — running five miles several times per week, playing squash and helping others achieve their fitness goals as a personal trainer. Then, in September 2011, he was diagnosed with Guillain-Barre syndrome (GBS),…
Read MoreInova Mount Vernon Hospital welcomes a new plastic surgeon to Wound Healing Center
Welcome Dr. Bhatt Inova Mount Vernon Hospital welcomes a new plastic surgeon to Wound Healing Center Kirit Bhatt, MD, plastic surgeon, has joined Inova’s Dorothea R. Fisher Wound Healing Center at Inova Mount Vernon Hospital. Specializing in reconstruction, cosmetic surgery and wound care, Dr. Bhatt provides exciting new options for patients with hard-to-heal wounds. “At…
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