Nicholas Hoo-Fatt recognized for pioneering detection of certain cancer cells

Nicholas Hoo-Fatt

Inova Histology Program coordinator Nicholas Hoo-Fatt is helping inspire and nurture a new generation of histology professionals Inova Histology Program Coordinator and PhD candidate Nicholas Hoo-Fatt has been named one of the Top 55 Laboratory Professionals in the U.S. under the age of 55 by Medical Laboratory Observer. He also is the recipient of the…

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Inova among first hospitals to introduce leading-edge treatment for blocked or narrowed coronary artery stents

Cardiac catheterization and placement of cardiac stents is a highly effective, common procedure to treat blockage of the coronary artery. It uses a tiny, metal frame tube to reopen the artery and restore blood flow to the heart. Even though it is performed fairly frequently, the procedure isn’t without risk. In roughly 10% of cases…

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Inova Children’s unveils new logo; reinforces commitment to pediatric care

Fairfax, VA, June 25, 2024 – Today, Inova Children’s unveiled a vibrant new logo, signaling Inova Health’s ongoing investment and commitment to pediatric care. Inova remains committed to providing world-class, expert care close to home and expanding services to meet the growing needs of the community. The redesigned logo draws inspiration from Inova’s new parent…

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Inova recognizes and supports local nonprofit partners

Fairfax, VA — June 11, 2024 — Each year Inova provides over $1 million to nonprofit organizations working to address health equity and social drivers of health in Northern Virginia. In June, Inova’s Division of Community Health and Health Equity celebrated twenty-three (23) community partners who received Inova’s Health Equity Opportunities funding. Selected from more than…

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What you need to know about DNA tests

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Kylie Whalen, MS, LCGC CG(ASCP)CM, is a Senior Pediatric Genetic Counselor in Inova’s Genetics Department. Kylie received her bachelor’s in diagnostic genetic sciences with a concentration in cytogenetics at the University of Connecticut, and she maintains a current certification as a cytogenetic technologist. Kylie received her master’s in genetic counseling from Long Island University. DNA…

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Dr. Garima Sharma receives supplemental AHA grant to study social determinants of the risk of high blood pressure in women of reproductive age

Garima Sharma, MD, Director of Inova’s Cardio-Obstetrics and Cardiovascular Women’s Health program, was recently awarded a supplemental grant from the American Heart Association (AHA) to continue work on the project, The Social Determinants of the Risk of Hypertension in Women of Reproductive Age (SAFE HEART). Dr. Sharma is a co-principal investigator of the study along…

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Powered by Connections Older Adults Resource Fair

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Inova celebrates Older Americans Month Fairfax, VA, May 13, 2024 — Inova is dedicated to supporting programs and opportunities that make a difference in the quality of life, health and welfare of our community’s older adults. As part of Inova’s recognition of Older Adults Month, a free resource fair is being held at the Inova…

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