Posts Tagged ‘IAH’
The Doctor Will See You Now
Inova Primary Care practices close to home Inova primary care physicians are leading the way in health and wellness with a personalized approach to getting you healthy and keeping you well. Expert clinicians take time to get to know you as a patient — and as a person. At each visit, they will empower you…
Read MoreConquering 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 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 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…
Read MoreInova nurses recognized with statewide awards for excellence
The Virginia Nurses Association (VNA) has named its 40 Under 40 Award winners. Congratulations to the following Inova winners and honorable mentions: Katherine Eichin, Inova Alexandria Hospital Yovaletta Scruggs, Inova Alexandria Hospital Rebecca Berry, Inova Loudoun Hospital Enkh-Ochir Sanz, Inova Alexandria Hospital (Honorable Mention) Stephanie Fitch, Inova Fair Oaks Hospital (Honorable Mention) Season Majors, Inova…
Read MoreInova Alexandria Hospital recognizes nurses through journey to “Magnet” status
Everyday Heroes Inova Alexandria Hospital recognizes its nurses through the journey to achieving Magnet status Honoring nurses and the work they do is an important part of Inova’s culture, according to Fadia Feghali, MS, RN, NE-BC, Chief Nursing Officer at Inova Alexandria Hospital. “We love our nurses here,” says Feghali, who has been a registered…
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