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Inova Mount Vernon Hospital To Host International Delegation

Collaboration Will Improve Care and Strengthen Ties Overseas

Alexandria, VA – (July 29, 2008) — Inova Mount Vernon Hospital along with the United States Army will be hosting a delegation from the Saudi Arabian military, August 4.

The six-person group will gain more insight about the inner workings of the world-class orthopedic and rehabilitation facility as well as to compare civilian rehab facilities to those in the armed forces.

WHAT:
Tour of Inova Mount Vernon Hospital
Joint Replacement and Rehabilitation Center

WHEN:
Monday, August 4
10:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m.

WHERE:
Inova Mount Vernon Hospital
2501 Parker’s Lane
Alexandria, Va.

The tour of the hospital by the delegation will encourage collaboration between the Saudi military and Inova Mount Vernon Hospital staff, employees and physicians, as well as strengthen ties with the U.S. Army as American troops use medical facilities in the country and improve care of Saudi Arabia veterans that contend with orthopedic and rehabilitation issues.

Inova Health System is a not-for-profit health care system based in Northern Virginia that consists of hospitals and other health services, including emergency and urgent care centers, home care, nursing homes, mental health and blood donor services, and wellness classes. Governed by a voluntary board of community members, Inova’s mission is to improve the health of the diverse community it serves through excellence in patient care, education and research. Inova provides a healthy environment for its patients, families, visitors, staff and physicians by prohibiting tobacco use on its campuses.

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