Posts Tagged ‘Inova Fairfax Hospital’
Go the Distance: Injuries don’t have to sideline runners, cyclists
(October 2, 2013) Whether you’re a competitive athlete or a weekend warrior, injuries happen. Over time, the repetitive motion involved in running and biking can lead to overuse injuries in your muscles and joints, causing chronic pain and discomfort. The good news is that most repetitive injuries can be treated effectively, allowing a quick return…
Read MoreForging Ahead: Good attitude helped one woman defeat breast cancer
(October 2, 2013) Bessy Blanco’s triumph over breast cancer was due in large part to her positive outlook and the compassionate support she received at Inova Breast Care Center at Inova Fairfax Hospital. Having served as a prominent attorney in El Salvador, Blanco journeyed to the United States seven years ago with her daughter to…
Read MoreWe’re No. 1 – Again! Inova Fairfax Hospital named DC’s best for the second year in a row
U.S. News: Inova Fairfax Hospital is Washington metropolitan region’s top hospital (October 2, 2013) For the second year running, Inova Fairfax Hospital has been named the Washington DC region’s number-one top ranked hospital, according to U.S. News & World Report. This year, the hospital was nationally ranked in Gynecology (No. 19) after coming in 23rd…
Read MoreInova Fairfax and Inova Loudoun Hospitals Named 2013 HealthStrong™ Top 100 Hospitals
Cited for superior performance contributing to healthier communities FALLS CHURCH, VA -August 8, 2013) – Inova Fairfax Hospital and Inova Loudoun Hospital have been named one of the iVantage Health Analytics® 2013 HealthStrong™ Top 100 Hospitals in the country. HealthStrong hospitals represent the nation’s strongest institutions for performance under the new healthcare benchmarks including optimal…
Read MoreInova Translational Medicine Institute and GNS Healthcare Partner To Advance Diagnosis and Prevention of Preterm Birth
Partners To Build and Commercialize Predictive Computer Models of Preterm Birth from Next Generation Sequencing and Electronic Medical Record Data FALLS CHURCH, Va., and CAMBRIDGE, Mass. – August 8, 2013 – The Inova Translational Medicine Institute (ITMI) at Inova Fairfax Hospital and GNS Healthcare today announced a partnership to develop and commercialize computer models capable…
Read MoreInova Fairfax Hospital’s, Dr. Ronald Childs, Featured on WUSA9
Dr. Ronald Childs, Medical Director of Inova Spine Institute at Inova Fairfax Hospital, spoke with WUSA9 about the risks of shoveling heavy/wet snow. Shoveling heavy snow can lead to back pain or the overexertion can cause a heart attack, it is important to take care of both your back and your heart while clearing your…
Read MoreInova Schedules Additional Flu Vaccination Clinics
CDC recommends anyone not vaccinated should do so FALLS CHURCH, VA – (January 10, 2013) – In response to increased influenza activity including high levels of influenza-like-illness and in cooperation with recommendations from the Center for Disease Control, Inova has scheduled additional public flu vaccination clinics: Inova Alexandria Hospital 1/18/13 (Friday) – 3 to 6 p.m. –…
Read MoreInova Fairfax Hospital Revises Patient Tower Opening to January 2013
Falls Church, VA – (August 20, 2012) – Inova Fairfax Hospital announced today that the planned opening of its new patient tower in November will now occur in January 2013. The revised timeline will give hospital staff and physicians additional time to prepare for the adoption of a campus-wide electronic medical record system, EpicCare, which…
Read MoreRonald Childs, MD Recognized as a Spine Surgeon Leader
Inova Spine Institute’s Ronald Childs, MD, was recognized by Becker’s Spine Review as a spine surgeon leader for a non-profit hospital – (July 11, 2012). We’re proud to have Dr. Childs, MD as the Medical Director Inova Spine Institute here at Inova Fairfax Hospital. His committed to helping people recover from from back pain, so…
Read MorePhilanthropic investment translates to better care for victims of abuse
A generous gift from Charles and Betty Ewing makes renovation of vital program possible Fairfax, Va – (June 22, 2012) – The Forensic Assessment and Consultation Teams (FACT) Department at Inova Fairfax Hospital is not a department that anyone would like to see busy. The department, which addresses the unique needs of abused children and…
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