Posts Tagged ‘IAH’
Conquering a Rare Vascular Condition
Dedicated dog owner undergoes lifesaving venous intervention following doctor’s discovery There’s no happier pooch than Rocco. He’s back to daily romps in the park with his pet parent, Jennifer Tarr, and despite the handsome Bullmastiff’s 120 pounds, he’s welcome once again on Jennifer’s lap. However, as of autumn 2018. Jennifer, 40, could barely walk Rocco.…
Read MoreInova Alexandria Hospital Achieves ANCC “Pathway to Excellence” Designation
Inova Alexandria Hospital has earned the prestigious Pathway to Excellence® designation from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC). The achievement identifies the hospital as one of the best places for nurses to work and puts it among an elite group of healthcare organizations. Nationwide, only 171 hospitals have earned Pathway status. “Pathway designation is a…
Read MoreCome to an Ask The Expert Lecture
Physicians to speak on care for joints, heart, spine, and other topics Knees, Hips, Shoulders and Other Joints Osteoarthritis and the Latest Advances in Joint Replacement Michael Anvari, MD Wednesday, Nov. 14, 6 p.m. Inova Fairfax Medical Campus *Physicians Conference Center 3300 Gallows Road Falls Church, VA *or join via webinar Treatment Options for Hip…
Read MoreWhat Makes a Pregnancy “High Risk”? (Video with Dr. Sarah Poggi)
In this hour-long lecture, Inova’s Dr. Sarah Poggi addresses important topics on maternal fetal medicine and pregnancy after age 35. Dr. Poggi is a maternal-fetal medicine specialist at the Brock Family Antenatal Testing Center at Inova Alexandria Hospital in Northern Virginia.
Read MoreInova Alexandria Hospital Launches Drug Take Back Program
Falls Church, VA — In another step to help curb access to and abuse of pharmaceuticals, including opioids, Inova Alexandria Hospital (IAH) is pleased to announce the launch of the Drug Take Back Program. This service is a safety initiative that helps patients and families avoid inappropriate access to medications for others in the household…
Read MoreComprehensive OB-GYN Care for Every Stage of a Woman’s Life
Inova OBGYN – Shirlington’s all-female practice offers comfort, convenience At Inova OBGYN – Shirlington, women find the care they need for every stage of their lives — from puberty through menopause and beyond. “We aim to give our patients the ultimate in service, convenience and comfort,” says Hillary Robinowitz-Elins, MD, one of four doctors in…
Read MoreProstate Cancer Patient Is Among Friends at Inova Alexandria Hospital
Hospital provides expertise and familiarity With a long career in the healthcare field, Tom (whose name was changed to protect his privacy) instinctively knew he’d seek a second opinion about his medical care after being diagnosed with prostate cancer last year. But it was equally obvious to him that Inova Alexandria Hospital (IAH) Cancer Center was…
Read MoreSpinal Stenosis Surgery Helps CrossFit Enthusiast Go the Distance
Procedure targets narrowed spinal canal A competitive CrossFit athlete, Terri Farley is in peak physical condition. So she knew something wasn’t right a few years ago when she could not lift a gallon of milk off of her counter to put it away in the fridge. “I didn’t really have bad pain in my neck…
Read MoreInova Goes the Extra Mile in Stroke Care and Treatment
Inova Alexandria Hospital’s attack on stroke As the leading cause of disability and fifth-leading cause of death in the United States, stroke remains a serious health issue. Inova Alexandria Hospital (IAH) recently furthered its commitment to help stroke patients. The hospital, which had been certified as a Primary Stroke Center for over a decade, recently…
Read MorePregnancy and Prenatal Care Inspire an Inova Nursing Career
Nakiara Bell joins Inova Alexandria Hospital postpartum unit after positive experience When Nakiara Bell, NB, RN, a nurse in the postpartum unit at Inova Alexandria Hospital (IAH), first visited IAH six years ago for prenatal care, she had no idea that her pregnancy would alter the course of her professional life. At the time, she…
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