Posts Tagged ‘Inova Mount Vernon Hospital’
Inova Mount Vernon Hospital Named a “Business of the Year” by Mount Vernon-Lee Chamber of Commerce
Alexandria, VA – November 19, 2014 – Inova Mount Vernon Hospital has been recognized as the 2014 “Large Business of the Year” by the Mount Vernon-Lee Chamber of Commerce. The award honors Inova Mount Vernon Hospital’s partnership with local businesses and organizations to enhance health and well-being and promote economic vitality across the region. Inova Mount…
Read MoreInova’s Dr. Nitin Goyal Talks about Cold Weather Causing Joint Pain, WUSA 9,
Inova’s Dr. Nitin Goyal, MD, orthopedic surgeon at Inova Mount Vernon Hospital spoke about how cold weather can cause joint pain on WUSA 9, November 18, 2014.
Read MoreU.S. News & World Report Names Inova Mount Vernon Hospital Among Best in Washington DC Metro
Washington DC – July 15, 2014 – Inova Mount Vernon Hospital has been ranked #13 in the Washington, DC, metro area by U.S. News & World Report 2014-15. The hospital also ranked as high-performing in Orthopedics. The annual U.S. News Best Hospitals rankings, now in their 25th year, recognize hospitals that excel in treating the…
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 MoreIn the Right Direction: Being prepared for surgery paves the way for success
(October 4, 2013) Gearing up for surgery can be overwhelming, especially when you’re experiencing joint pain or reduced mobility. Your to-do list may overflow with tasks such as getting the green light from your primary care physician, assembling your personal and medical information, planning ahead for your recovery, and obtaining any necessary exams and tests.…
Read MoreA Natural Fit: Avid outdoorsman finds long-term solution for painful knee
(October 4, 2013) Richard Nearing wasn’t about to let the arthritis affecting his knee inhibit his active lifestyle. The 69-year-old McLean resident enjoys riding horses, hunting, fishing and ballroom dancing. So last fall, when the constant pain in his left knee threatened to slow him down, Nearing sought a solution that would get him back…
Read MoreActive Again: Spine surgery offers lasting relief for fitness enthusiast
(October 3, 2013) Patrick Swan Dynes is always on the go. When he’s not running marathons or taking his road bike on 100-mile rides, the 61-year-old government analyst lifts weights, practices yoga and swims. Being physically active is an important part of Dynes’ lifestyle. But it hasn’t always been easy. For years, Dynes experienced excruciating…
Read MoreFinding a NICHE: Inova Mount Vernon Hospital earns NICHE designation for elder care
(October 3, 2013) Inova Mount Vernon Hospital has received a Nurses Improving Care of Hospitalized Elders (NICHE) designation. NICHE is a program designed to provide resources to hospitals to better meet the needs of patients and the community. NICHE gives Inova Mount Vernon Hospital staff access to resources such as educational programs and training, as…
Read MoreDig Deep: Horticulture Group blossoms at Inova Rehabilitation Center
(October 3, 2013) Last spring, the Horticulture Group took root at Inova Mount Vernon Hospital. The inpatient Therapeutic Recreation Department and outpatient program of Inova Rehabilitation Center are facilitating the program. It is designed for patients recovering from traumatic illness or injury. While gardening has long been a component of Therapeutic Recreation, the Horticulture Group…
Read MorePower Restored at Inova Mount Vernon Hospital
Inova Mount Vernon Hospital experienced a power outage yesterday, May 21, that was reported in The Washington Post blog. As a follow-up to the story, Inova Mount Vernon Hospital’s staff would like to commend the extraordinary efforts of Dominion Virginia Power to repair a failed power transformer, caused by a faulty hospital transfer switch. We…
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