http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/ Press Releases en-us http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2013/06/svmc_northshire_campus_offers_extended_hours/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2013/06/svmc_northshire_campus_offers_extended_hours/ June 18, 2013 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2013/06/vna__hospice_of_svhc_recognized_as_a_we_honor_veterans_partner/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2013/06/vna__hospice_of_svhc_recognized_as_a_we_honor_veterans_partner/ The VNA & Hospice of SVHC will be hosting the Hospice Foundation of America’s Annual Conference, Improving Care for Veterans Facing Illness and Death on June 20, from 12:30 to 4 p.m. For more information, call Mary at (802) 442-5502. June 11, 2013 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2013/06/masters_in_the_mountains_golf_tournament_to_support_svhc/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2013/06/masters_in_the_mountains_golf_tournament_to_support_svhc/ Join Southwestern Vermont Health Care (SVHC) at its annual Masters in the Mountains Golf Tournament on Friday, June 14. June 06, 2013 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2013/05/dress_the_partand_walk_for_the_health_of_it/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2013/05/dress_the_partand_walk_for_the_health_of_it/ May 29, 2013 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2013/05/dr_pringl_miller_joins_svmc_general_surgery/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2013/05/dr_pringl_miller_joins_svmc_general_surgery/ Dr. Pringl Miller will join SVMC General Surgery in June. May 27, 2013 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2013/05/svmc_welcomes_emergency_physician/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2013/05/svmc_welcomes_emergency_physician/ May 16, 2013 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2013/05/svmc_pet_unit_receives_acr_reaccreditation_in_vermont/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2013/05/svmc_pet_unit_receives_acr_reaccreditation_in_vermont/ May 10, 2013 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2013/05/vna__hospice_of_svhc_sponsors_tree_of_hope_memorial_service/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2013/05/vna__hospice_of_svhc_sponsors_tree_of_hope_memorial_service/ VNA & Hospice of SVHC Sponors Annual Tree of Hope Service May 09, 2013 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2013/05/way_to_go/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2013/05/way_to_go/ May 09, 2013 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2013/05/walk_for_the_heart_of_it/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2013/05/walk_for_the_heart_of_it/ May 02, 2013 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2013/04/svmcs_learning_tree_earns_national_naeyc_accreditation_/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2013/04/svmcs_learning_tree_earns_national_naeyc_accreditation_/ April 29, 2013 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2013/04/red_cross_names_svmc_as_life_share_program_silver_level_recipient/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2013/04/red_cross_names_svmc_as_life_share_program_silver_level_recipient/ April 22, 2013 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2013/04/lets_play_ball/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2013/04/lets_play_ball/ April 18, 2013 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2013/04/volunteers_join_forces_to_celebrate_youth_and_beautify_bennington0/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2013/04/volunteers_join_forces_to_celebrate_youth_and_beautify_bennington0/ April 18, 2013 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2013/04/donation_brings_latest_ultrasound_technology_to_svmcs_emergency_room0/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2013/04/donation_brings_latest_ultrasound_technology_to_svmcs_emergency_room0/ April 16, 2013 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2013/04/physicians_take_the_lead_in_preventing_prescription_drug_abuse/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2013/04/physicians_take_the_lead_in_preventing_prescription_drug_abuse/ April 12, 2013 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2013/04/find_ways_to_connect_with_your_children_without_electronic_devices/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2013/04/find_ways_to_connect_with_your_children_without_electronic_devices/ Southwestern Vermont Health Care (SVHC) is presenting an afternoon session where you can learn about ways to connect with your children and reduce your family’s screen time. April 10, 2013 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2013/04/cook_for_a_healthy_mind_as_well_as_healthy_body/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2013/04/cook_for_a_healthy_mind_as_well_as_healthy_body/ Southwestern Vermont Health Care (SVHC) will offer a special cooking class, “Cooking for a Healthy Body and Healthy Mind,” on Tuesday, May 14 April 10, 2013 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2013/04/svmc_lab_earns_accreditation_from_college_of_american_pathologists/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2013/04/svmc_lab_earns_accreditation_from_college_of_american_pathologists/ April 08, 2013 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2013/04/area_dentists_prepare_for_free_adult_dental_care_day_on_april_27/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2013/04/area_dentists_prepare_for_free_adult_dental_care_day_on_april_27/ April 05, 2013 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2013/04/tune_in_with_your_kids/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2013/04/tune_in_with_your_kids/ April 04, 2013 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2013/04/patient_safety_conference_features_national_safety_expert_dr_peter_pronovost/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2013/04/patient_safety_conference_features_national_safety_expert_dr_peter_pronovost/ April 01, 2013 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2013/03/svmcs_rate_for_detecting_colon_cancer_surpasses_national_rate/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2013/03/svmcs_rate_for_detecting_colon_cancer_surpasses_national_rate/ March 29, 2013 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2013/03/giving_back_its_the_little_things_that_matter/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2013/03/giving_back_its_the_little_things_that_matter/ March 29, 2013 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2013/03/a_colonoscopy_could_save_your_life/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2013/03/a_colonoscopy_could_save_your_life/ March 28, 2013 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2013/03/start_the_conversation_about_your_wishes_for_endoflife_care/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2013/03/start_the_conversation_about_your_wishes_for_endoflife_care/ March 26, 2013 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2013/03/svmc_uses_speech_software_to_help_icu_patients/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2013/03/svmc_uses_speech_software_to_help_icu_patients/ March 25, 2013 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2013/03/svmc_sleep_lab_receives_national_accreditation/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2013/03/svmc_sleep_lab_receives_national_accreditation/ March 22, 2013 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2013/03/health_system_seeks_nominees_for_annual_vision_awards/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2013/03/health_system_seeks_nominees_for_annual_vision_awards/ March 20, 2013 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2013/03/poison_prevention_/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2013/03/poison_prevention_/ March 20, 2013 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2013/03/saying_thanks_to_svhc_employees/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2013/03/saying_thanks_to_svhc_employees/ The most recent support of Mr. MIchael Twomey and his wife Barbara has helped SVHC purchase a plaque which honors employee donors to the health system. March 18, 2013 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2013/03/get_swinging_for_the_gold_season/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2013/03/get_swinging_for_the_gold_season/ March 15, 2013 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2013/03/are_you_a_smoker_who_worries_about_getting_lung_cancer/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2013/03/are_you_a_smoker_who_worries_about_getting_lung_cancer/ March 15, 2013 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2013/03/first_congregational_church_of_manchester_knitting_group_donates_to_svmc_cancer_center/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2013/03/first_congregational_church_of_manchester_knitting_group_donates_to_svmc_cancer_center/ March 07, 2013 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2013/02/svmc_awarded_top_patient_safety_score/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2013/02/svmc_awarded_top_patient_safety_score/ The Leapfrog Group recently awarded Southwestern Vermont Medical Center (SVMC) with an “A” rating (its highest) in its latest update to its Hospital Safety ScoreSM. February 28, 2013 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2013/02/need_support_to_be_healthier_svhcs_wellness_connection_can_help/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2013/02/need_support_to_be_healthier_svhcs_wellness_connection_can_help/ Healthy Bodies, Healthy Minds: Weight Management and Support Group for men and women who want to live healthier will meet on 12 consecutive Mondays from 6 to 7:15 p.m., beginning April 1. February 19, 2013 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2013/02/svmc_pediatrics_welcomes_emily_rice_pa/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2013/02/svmc_pediatrics_welcomes_emily_rice_pa/ February 13, 2013 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2013/02/make_a_difference_as_a_hospice_volunteer/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2013/02/make_a_difference_as_a_hospice_volunteer/ You can find out about being a hospice volunteer at this March training from VNA & Hospice of SVHC. February 12, 2013 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2013/01/what_you_can_do_at_any_age_to_lower_your_risk_for_heart_disease_/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2013/01/what_you_can_do_at_any_age_to_lower_your_risk_for_heart_disease_/ January 29, 2013 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2013/01/cyberstalking_how_so_i_stay_safe_online/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2013/01/cyberstalking_how_so_i_stay_safe_online/ January 28, 2013 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2013/01/moms_day_off_breast_cancer_benefit_at_bromley_feb_8/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2013/01/moms_day_off_breast_cancer_benefit_at_bromley_feb_8/ On Friday, February 8, Bromley Mountain will sponsor their eleventh annual “Mom’s Day Off” fundraiser to benefit locally-focused cancer treatment programs. This year’s beneficiary will be the Southwestern Vermont Regional Cancer Center in Bennington. January 25, 2013 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2012/12/stay_safe_during_the_holidays/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2012/12/stay_safe_during_the_holidays/ December 19, 2012 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2012/12/svmc_echocardiography_lab_receives_accreditation_by_iac/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2012/12/svmc_echocardiography_lab_receives_accreditation_by_iac/ December 18, 2012 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2012/12/secondhand_smoke_can_be_detrimental_to_your_pets_health/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2012/12/secondhand_smoke_can_be_detrimental_to_your_pets_health/ December 18, 2012 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2012/12/is_it_time_to_schedule_a_screening/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2012/12/is_it_time_to_schedule_a_screening/ December 18, 2012 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2012/12/new_computer_system_improves_patient_safety/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2012/12/new_computer_system_improves_patient_safety/ December 17, 2012 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2012/11/svmc_psychiatry_welcomes_dr_linda_jasperse/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2012/11/svmc_psychiatry_welcomes_dr_linda_jasperse/ SVMC Psychiatry welcomes Dr. Linda Jasperse, a psychiatrist coming to the area through a cooperative agreement between the Brattleboro Retreat and Southwestern Vermont Medical Center (SVMC). November 29, 2012 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2012/11/svhc_reschedules_healthy_cooking_class/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2012/11/svhc_reschedules_healthy_cooking_class/ The Wellness Connection of Southwestern Vermont Health Care (SVHC) has rescheduled the cooking class, “Simple Swaps for Healthy Holiday Meals” to Tuesday, Dec. 4. November 12, 2012 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2012/11/foundation_announces_grant_to_improve_senior_nutrition/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2012/11/foundation_announces_grant_to_improve_senior_nutrition/ November 09, 2012 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2012/11/cardinal_health_foundation_provides_funds_to_svmc_/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2012/11/cardinal_health_foundation_provides_funds_to_svmc_/ November 06, 2012 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2012/11/holiday_eating_does_not_have_to_ruin_your_healthy_habits/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2012/11/holiday_eating_does_not_have_to_ruin_your_healthy_habits/ Join SVHC on Tuesday, Nov. 13, for the seminar, “Simple Swaps for Healthy Holiday Meals.” November 06, 2012 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2012/11/ways_to_combat_bullying/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2012/11/ways_to_combat_bullying/ November 01, 2012 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2012/10/samuelson_certified_by_american_board_of_integrative_and_holistic_medicine/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2012/10/samuelson_certified_by_american_board_of_integrative_and_holistic_medicine/ October 29, 2012 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2012/10/balth_salts_a_public_health_concern_for_youth/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2012/10/balth_salts_a_public_health_concern_for_youth/ October 17, 2012 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2012/10/internationally_known_health_reform_expert_addresses_svhc_donors/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2012/10/internationally_known_health_reform_expert_addresses_svhc_donors/ Dr. Gregg Meyer, chief clinical officer and executive vice president for population health at Dartmouth-Hitchcock and an expert in health reform and population health management, gave members of Southwestern Vermont Health Care’s (SVHC) Equinox Circle leadership giving society a glimpse of the future of health care at the group’s annual reception Oct. 10. October 15, 2012 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2012/10/understanding_common_knee_injuries/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2012/10/understanding_common_knee_injuries/ October 11, 2012 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2012/10/hunting_season_is_open__stay_safe/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2012/10/hunting_season_is_open__stay_safe/ October 03, 2012 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2012/10/svmcs_deerfield_valley_campus_offers_flu_vaccination_clinics/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2012/10/svmcs_deerfield_valley_campus_offers_flu_vaccination_clinics/ Southwestern Vermont Medical Center’s (SVMC)Deerfield Valley Campus is offering community flu vaccination clinics in Wilmington. October 02, 2012 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2012/09/svhc_offers_community_flu_vaccination_clinics/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2012/09/svhc_offers_community_flu_vaccination_clinics/ Southwestern Vermont Health Care (SVHC) is offering community flu vaccination clinics in Bennington. September 27, 2012 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2012/09/dr_dagmar_tobits_joins_svmc_s_deerfield_valley_campus/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2012/09/dr_dagmar_tobits_joins_svmc_s_deerfield_valley_campus/ The Deerfield Valley Campus of Southwestern Vermont Medical Center (SVMC) welcomes Dagmar (Dasha) Tobits, M.D. September 13, 2012 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2012/09/a_new_spine_surgery_offers_hope_for_chronic_back_pain/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2012/09/a_new_spine_surgery_offers_hope_for_chronic_back_pain/ September 05, 2012 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2012/08/southwestern_vermont_medical_center_welcomes_vista_members/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2012/08/southwestern_vermont_medical_center_welcomes_vista_members/ Veronica Ariel from Millville, Mass., and Nicole Rau from North Clarendon, Vt., are the first members of the Americorps Volunteers in Service to America (VISTA) program to serve at SVMC. August 31, 2012 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2012/08/dewey_street_entrance_for_svmc_to_be_closed_during_weekend_paving_project/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2012/08/dewey_street_entrance_for_svmc_to_be_closed_during_weekend_paving_project/ SVMC will be paving their driveway from the Dewey Street entrance up to an area past the Toolan Building from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Sept. 8 and 9 and Sept. 15 and 16. August 31, 2012 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2012/08/preventing_dog_bites/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2012/08/preventing_dog_bites/ August 29, 2012 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2012/08/wellchild_care_a_checkup_for_success/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2012/08/wellchild_care_a_checkup_for_success/ August 22, 2012 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2012/08/svmc_northshire_campus_recognized_for_patientcentered_care/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2012/08/svmc_northshire_campus_recognized_for_patientcentered_care/ August 21, 2012 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2012/08/were_bringing_better_health_home/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2012/08/were_bringing_better_health_home/ August 15, 2012 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2012/08/svhc_wellness_connection_offers_aarp_driver_safety_course/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2012/08/svhc_wellness_connection_offers_aarp_driver_safety_course/ Southwestern Vermont Medical Center (SVMC) is offering the AARP classroom Driver Safety course on Thursday, Aug. 9, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. August 02, 2012 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2012/08/autism/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2012/08/autism/ August 01, 2012 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2012/07/staying_safe_while_boating/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2012/07/staying_safe_while_boating/ July 25, 2012 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2012/07/svhc_names_2012_health_care_leadership_and_distinguished_community_service_awardees/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2012/07/svhc_names_2012_health_care_leadership_and_distinguished_community_service_awardees/ The honoree for SVHC’s 2012 Health Care Leadership Award is Dr. Manindra N. Ghosh and Mr. Richard Pembroke is the recipient of SVHC’s 2012 Distinguished Community Service Award. July 16, 2012 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2012/07/dr_james_r_whittum_joins_svmc_orthopaedics_/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2012/07/dr_james_r_whittum_joins_svmc_orthopaedics_/ SVMC Orthopaedics welcomes Orthopaedic Surgeon James R. Whittum, M.D. July 13, 2012 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2012/07/svmc_physicians_join_dartmouthhitchcock/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2012/07/svmc_physicians_join_dartmouthhitchcock/ July 10, 2012 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2012/07/light_up_the_grillsafely/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2012/07/light_up_the_grillsafely/ July 04, 2012 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2012/07/alliance_for_community_transformations_and_elm_st_market_bring_fit_and_healthy_options_to_bennington/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2012/07/alliance_for_community_transformations_and_elm_st_market_bring_fit_and_healthy_options_to_bennington/ The Alliance for Community Transformations of SVHC (ACT) has joined forces with the Elm Street Market on Dewey and Elm Sts. in Bennington to offer Fit & Healthy options for community members. July 02, 2012 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2012/06/get_out_the_grill_and_eat_healthy/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2012/06/get_out_the_grill_and_eat_healthy/ Southwestern Vermont Medical Center (SVMC) will offer two Grilling for Health classes in July. June 29, 2012 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2012/06/dr_malcolm_paine_joins_svmc_obstetrics_and_gynecology/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2012/06/dr_malcolm_paine_joins_svmc_obstetrics_and_gynecology/ June 29, 2012 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2012/06/cutting_the_lawn_dont_become_an_injury_statistic/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2012/06/cutting_the_lawn_dont_become_an_injury_statistic/ June 27, 2012 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2012/06/mems_students_present_svhcs_cancer_center_with_special_gift/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2012/06/mems_students_present_svhcs_cancer_center_with_special_gift/ Students from Manchester Elementary and Middle School (MEMS) recently presented Southwestern Vermont Health Care’s (SVHC) Southwestern Vermont Regional Cancer Center with a special hand-crafted afghan. June 26, 2012 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2012/06/practice_bike_safety/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2012/06/practice_bike_safety/ June 22, 2012 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2012/06/injury_prevention_in_vermont_the_facts_hurt/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2012/06/injury_prevention_in_vermont_the_facts_hurt/ June 21, 2012 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2012/06/walk_for_the_health_of_it/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2012/06/walk_for_the_health_of_it/ June 06, 2012 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2012/06/ive_got_a_headache__is_it_a_migraine/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2012/06/ive_got_a_headache__is_it_a_migraine/ June 04, 2012 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2012/05/my_girls_on_the_run_vermont_5k_2012/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2012/05/my_girls_on_the_run_vermont_5k_2012/ May 23, 2012 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2012/05/svmc_orthopaedics_welcomes_dr_anders_g_j_rhodin0/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2012/05/svmc_orthopaedics_welcomes_dr_anders_g_j_rhodin0/ May 21, 2012 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2012/05/taking_action_to_control_high_blood_pressure/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2012/05/taking_action_to_control_high_blood_pressure/ May 18, 2012 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2012/05/svhc_launches_foundation_names_board_chairman_and_executive_director/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2012/05/svhc_launches_foundation_names_board_chairman_and_executive_director/ May 10, 2012 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2012/05/wells_fargo_is_masters_in_the_mountains_lead_sponsor_/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2012/05/wells_fargo_is_masters_in_the_mountains_lead_sponsor_/ May 09, 2012 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2012/05/find_relief_for_vein_and_leg_pain/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2012/05/find_relief_for_vein_and_leg_pain/ Join Dr. Frederick Loy for Relief for Vein and Leg Pain on Tuesday, May 22 from 6 to 7 pm at the Orchards Hotel in Williamstown. May 04, 2012 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2012/05/health_matters_lack_of_vaccination_is_leading_to_new_outbreaks/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2012/05/health_matters_lack_of_vaccination_is_leading_to_new_outbreaks/ May 03, 2012 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2012/04/health_matters_been_a_patient_at_svhc_recently_you_may_get_a_call_about_your_experience/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2012/04/health_matters_been_a_patient_at_svhc_recently_you_may_get_a_call_about_your_experience/ April 25, 2012 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2012/04/health_matters_occupational_therapist_provide_ergonomics_expertise/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2012/04/health_matters_occupational_therapist_provide_ergonomics_expertise/ April 24, 2012 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2012/04/health_matters_distracted_driving_and_youth/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2012/04/health_matters_distracted_driving_and_youth/ April 24, 2012 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2012/04/hiv_specialist_internist_joins_svmc_primary_care/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2012/04/hiv_specialist_internist_joins_svmc_primary_care/ Dr. Ralph Liporace has joined Southwestern Vermont Medical Center’s (SVMC) primary care practice. April 11, 2012 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2012/04/health_matters_yoga_for_breast_cancer_survivors/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2012/04/health_matters_yoga_for_breast_cancer_survivors/ April 04, 2012 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2012/03/svhc_seeks_nominations_for_outstanding_physician_and_outstanding_community_member/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2012/03/svhc_seeks_nominations_for_outstanding_physician_and_outstanding_community_member/ March 29, 2012 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2012/03/health_matters_new_nci_sponsored_study_evaluates_cholesterol_drug_as_treatment_for_cancer/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2012/03/health_matters_new_nci_sponsored_study_evaluates_cholesterol_drug_as_treatment_for_cancer/ March 28, 2012 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2012/03/minimally_invasive_surgery_speeds_healing_for_prostate_cancer_/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2012/03/minimally_invasive_surgery_speeds_healing_for_prostate_cancer_/ March 21, 2012 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2012/03/cambridge_speaker_seminar_to_focus_on_cancer_topics/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2012/03/cambridge_speaker_seminar_to_focus_on_cancer_topics/ March 19, 2012 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2012/03/southwestern_vermont_medical_centers_cancer_program_accredited_with_commendation/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2012/03/southwestern_vermont_medical_centers_cancer_program_accredited_with_commendation/ March 09, 2012 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2012/03/whats_new_in_cervical_cancer/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2012/03/whats_new_in_cervical_cancer/ March 07, 2012 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2012/03/svmc_welcomes_dr_marian_a_madden/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2012/03/svmc_welcomes_dr_marian_a_madden/ Dr. Marian A. Madden has joined Southwestern Vermont Medical Center as a hospitalist. March 06, 2012 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2012/02/a_new_spine_surgery_offers_hope_for_chronic_back_pain/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2012/02/a_new_spine_surgery_offers_hope_for_chronic_back_pain/ February 22, 2012 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2012/02/heart_and_soul_raises_money_for_cardiology/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2012/02/heart_and_soul_raises_money_for_cardiology/ February 16, 2012 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2012/02/a_new_spinal_surgery_at_svmc_offers_hope_for_chronic_back_pain/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2012/02/a_new_spinal_surgery_at_svmc_offers_hope_for_chronic_back_pain/ February 15, 2012 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2012/01/svmc_announces_new_executive_director_of_vna__hospice_of_svhc/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2012/01/svmc_announces_new_executive_director_of_vna__hospice_of_svhc/ SVMC Announces New Executive Director of VNA & Hospice of SVHC January 31, 2012 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2012/01/pain_medicine_specialist_joins_medical_staff_at_southwestern_vermont_medical_center/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2012/01/pain_medicine_specialist_joins_medical_staff_at_southwestern_vermont_medical_center/ January 27, 2012 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2012/01/for_your_heart_health_check_your_risk_for_heart_attack_and_stroke_at_svmc_/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2012/01/for_your_heart_health_check_your_risk_for_heart_attack_and_stroke_at_svmc_/ January 23, 2012 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2012/01/dr_masley_moves_practice_to_bennington/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2012/01/dr_masley_moves_practice_to_bennington/ January 21, 2012 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2012/01/major_gift_to_svhc_funds_primary_care_recruitment/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2012/01/major_gift_to_svhc_funds_primary_care_recruitment/ January 20, 2012 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2012/01/help_your_community_as_an_ems_provider/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2012/01/help_your_community_as_an_ems_provider/ Southwestern Vermont Medical Center (SVMC) is supporting an upcoming CPR/AED course and an Emergency Medical Responder course (Advanced First Aid and History Taking) this month. January 03, 2012 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2012/01/working_through_grief_help_is_available/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2012/01/working_through_grief_help_is_available/ VNA & Hospice of SVHC offers free adult grief support meetings on Wednesdays at 6 p.m. at the Second Congregational Church on Hillside St. January 03, 2012 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2011/12/svmc_installs_new_64slice_ct_scanner_/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2011/12/svmc_installs_new_64slice_ct_scanner_/ December 29, 2011 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2011/11/dr_kim_fodor_joins_svmc_internal_medicine/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2011/11/dr_kim_fodor_joins_svmc_internal_medicine/ November 07, 2011 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2011/10/southwestern_vermont_health_care_dartmouthhitchcockhealth_sign_collaboration_agreement/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2011/10/southwestern_vermont_health_care_dartmouthhitchcockhealth_sign_collaboration_agreement/ October 27, 2011 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2011/10/svmc_pediatrics_welcomes_dr_michael_w_thwing/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2011/10/svmc_pediatrics_welcomes_dr_michael_w_thwing/ October 17, 2011 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2011/10/svmc_imaging_is_designated_a_breast_imaging_center_of_excellence/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2011/10/svmc_imaging_is_designated_a_breast_imaging_center_of_excellence/ October 05, 2011 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2011/10/internist_joins_southwestern_vermont_medical_center/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2011/10/internist_joins_southwestern_vermont_medical_center/ October 05, 2011 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2011/09/svhc_donates_harvest_ball_proceeds_to_hurricane_relief/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2011/09/svhc_donates_harvest_ball_proceeds_to_hurricane_relief/ September 29, 2011 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2011/09/williamstown_speaker_series_to_focus_on_cancer0/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2011/09/williamstown_speaker_series_to_focus_on_cancer0/ September 19, 2011 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2011/09/hurricane_irene_update_/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2011/09/hurricane_irene_update_/ September 05, 2011 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2011/08/svhc_addresses_effects_of_hurricane_irene_/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2011/08/svhc_addresses_effects_of_hurricane_irene_/ August 30, 2011 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2011/08/svmc_reschedules_outpatient_appointments/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2011/08/svmc_reschedules_outpatient_appointments/ August 28, 2011 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2011/08/for_men_only_free_prostate_cancer_screening/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2011/08/for_men_only_free_prostate_cancer_screening/ August 17, 2011 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2011/08/learn_about_federal_and_state_health_insurance_options/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2011/08/learn_about_federal_and_state_health_insurance_options/ Southwestern Vermont Medical Center (SVMC) will present a free presentation, “Am I Eligible for Federal or State Health Insurance?” on Tuesday, Sept. 13, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. with SVHC Financial Counselor Susan Daugherty. August 16, 2011 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2011/08/make_a_difference_as_a_hospice_volunteer/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2011/08/make_a_difference_as_a_hospice_volunteer/ August 10, 2011 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2011/08/svmc_welcomes_family_practice_and_palliative_care_physician_to_the_northshire/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2011/08/svmc_welcomes_family_practice_and_palliative_care_physician_to_the_northshire/ August 10, 2011 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2011/08/donation_to_svmc_brings_first_responder_vehicle_to_dorset/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2011/08/donation_to_svmc_brings_first_responder_vehicle_to_dorset/ August 08, 2011 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2011/06/a_camping_we_will_goprepare_your_child_for_summer_camp/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2011/06/a_camping_we_will_goprepare_your_child_for_summer_camp/ Southwestern Vermont Medical Center (SVMC) will present a free presentation, “Prepare Your Child for Summer Camp,” on Tuesday, June 7. June 02, 2011 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2011/06/svhc_announces_2011_honorees/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2011/06/svhc_announces_2011_honorees/ The honoree for SVHC’s 2011 Health Care Leadership Award is Dr. James F. Keenan and Mrs. Lila Cestone is the recipient of SVHC’s 2011 Distinguished Community Service Award. June 02, 2011 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2011/05/vna__hospice_of_svhc_sponsors_tree_of_hope_memorial_service/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2011/05/vna__hospice_of_svhc_sponsors_tree_of_hope_memorial_service/ The staff and volunteers of VNA & Hospice of SVHC invite all members of the local community to their Tree of Hope Memorial Service on Saturday, June 12, at 3 p.m. at Southwestern Vermont Medical Center (SVMC). May 18, 2011 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2011/05/svhc_dartmouthhitchcock_to_partner_wi/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2011/05/svhc_dartmouthhitchcock_to_partner_wi/ May 13, 2011 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2011/04/find_relief_for_vein_and_leg_pain/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2011/04/find_relief_for_vein_and_leg_pain/ Southwestern Vermont Medical Center (SVMC) will present a free presentation, “Relief for Vein and Leg Pain,” on Tuesday, May 17, with Surgeon Frederick Loy of SVMC General Surgery. Join Dr. Loy that evening from 6 to 7 p.m. in Conference Room C on the second floor of the hospital. April 29, 2011 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2011/04/svmc_deerfield_valley_campus_recognized_for_patientcentered_care/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2011/04/svmc_deerfield_valley_campus_recognized_for_patientcentered_care/ April 22, 2011 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2011/04/svmc_launches_critical_care_paramedic_service/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2011/04/svmc_launches_critical_care_paramedic_service/ April 20, 2011 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2011/04/svhc_wins_waypaver_award_for_patient_safety_initiative_/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2011/04/svhc_wins_waypaver_award_for_patient_safety_initiative_/ April 18, 2011 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2011/04/svhc_physician_and_hospice_medical_director_earns_two_acclaimed_recognitions/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2011/04/svhc_physician_and_hospice_medical_director_earns_two_acclaimed_recognitions/ SVMC physician Dr. Nancy A. Schuster is now certified by the American Board of Hospice and Palliative Medicine and recently earned the designation of Fellow in Hospital Medicine (FHM). April 04, 2011 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2011/03/svhc_seeks_nominations_for_outstanding_physician_and_outstanding_community_member/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2011/03/svhc_seeks_nominations_for_outstanding_physician_and_outstanding_community_member/ March 31, 2011 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2011/03/svmc_names_two_members_to_board_of_trustees/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2011/03/svmc_names_two_members_to_board_of_trustees/ SVHC has named a long-time area physician and an accomplished attorney to its board of trustees. March 22, 2011 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2011/03/vna__hospice_of_svhc_names_hospice_services_manager/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2011/03/vna__hospice_of_svhc_names_hospice_services_manager/ VNA & Hospice of SVHC names Suzanne Nicklas as its hospice services manager. March 22, 2011 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2011/03/svmc_endoscopy_unit_to_hold_open_house/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2011/03/svmc_endoscopy_unit_to_hold_open_house/ March 18, 2011 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2011/03/svmc_deerfield_valley_campus_recognized_for_patientcentered_care/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2011/03/svmc_deerfield_valley_campus_recognized_for_patientcentered_care/ March 08, 2011 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2011/03/svmc_pet_unit_receives_the_first_acr_accreditation_in_vermont/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2011/03/svmc_pet_unit_receives_the_first_acr_accreditation_in_vermont/ March 01, 2011 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2011/02/learn_more_about_atrial_fibrillation_at_this_free_presentation/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2011/02/learn_more_about_atrial_fibrillation_at_this_free_presentation/ Join distinguished cardiology experts from both Southwestern Vermont Medical Center (SVMC) and St. Peter’s Hospital for a FREE presentation, “Atrial Fibrillation: What is it, how do I know if I have it, and how do I treat it?” on Saturday, Feb. 26, from 8 a.m. to noon at the Equinox Resort and Spa. The Equinox is at 3567 Main St., Rte. 7A, in Manchester Village. February 18, 2011 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2011/02/svhc_works_with_communities_to_purchase_aeds/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2011/02/svhc_works_with_communities_to_purchase_aeds/ February 18, 2011 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2011/02/svmc_announces_2010_magnet_award_winners/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2011/02/svmc_announces_2010_magnet_award_winners/ The Magnet Physician Award and Spirit of Magnet Award are two ways nursing staff recognizes employee contributions to the excellent medical care SVMC is known for. February 18, 2011 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2011/02/health_system_finishes_fiscal_year_with_66_million_gain0/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2011/02/health_system_finishes_fiscal_year_with_66_million_gain0/ February 08, 2011 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2011/01/experienced_pediatrician_joins_svmc_pediatrics/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2011/01/experienced_pediatrician_joins_svmc_pediatrics/ Dr. Lynn Mann is a pediatrician with more than 25 years experience who is joining SVMC Pediatrics. January 21, 2011 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2011/01/cardiac_arrest_patients_benefit_from_cooling_technology/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2011/01/cardiac_arrest_patients_benefit_from_cooling_technology/ January 17, 2011 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2011/01/svhc_board_of_trustees_welcome_new_members/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2011/01/svhc_board_of_trustees_welcome_new_members/ January 17, 2011 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2011/01/heart_and_soul_to_benefit_svmc_cardiology/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2011/01/heart_and_soul_to_benefit_svmc_cardiology/ January 10, 2011 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2010/12/svmc_wellness_connection_presents_food_for_lifes_introduction_to_how_foods_fight_cancer/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2010/12/svmc_wellness_connection_presents_food_for_lifes_introduction_to_how_foods_fight_cancer/ Southwestern Vermont Medical Center (SVMC) will present the Food for Life class, “Introduction to How Foods Fight Cancer,” on Tuesday, Jan. 18. December 30, 2010 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2010/12/local_physician_leaves_on_sabbatical_to_study_overseas/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2010/12/local_physician_leaves_on_sabbatical_to_study_overseas/ December 16, 2010 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2010/12/local_endocrinologist_receives_national_recognition_for_providing_quality_diabetes_care/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2010/12/local_endocrinologist_receives_national_recognition_for_providing_quality_diabetes_care/ December 16, 2010 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2010/12/svmc_surgeon_earns_fellowship_from_american_college_of_surgeons/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2010/12/svmc_surgeon_earns_fellowship_from_american_college_of_surgeons/ Elizabeth Warner, MD, a general surgeon and cancer liaison physician with Southwestern Vermont Medical Center (SVMC), has earned a fellowship from the American College of Surgeons (ACoS). December 14, 2010 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2010/11/svmc_physician_becomes_certified_in_sleep_medicine/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2010/11/svmc_physician_becomes_certified_in_sleep_medicine/ People near Bennington, Vt., who are struggling to get enough sleep can now turn to local physician who is certified in sleep medicine. The American Board of Internal Medicine recently certified Dr. Michael Algus in sleep medicine. Dr. Algus is a Bennington, Vermont, pulmonologist and expert in sleep medicine who is already certified in internal medicine and is the medical director of the Sleep Laboratory at Southwestern Vermont Medical Center (SVMC). November 29, 2010 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2010/11/svhc_goes_tobaccofree_jan_1/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2010/11/svhc_goes_tobaccofree_jan_1/ November 12, 2010 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2010/11/thinking_about_quitting_tobacco_practice_for_one_day_on_nov_182/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2010/11/thinking_about_quitting_tobacco_practice_for_one_day_on_nov_182/ November 03, 2010 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2010/10/svmc_enters_elite_group_of_threetime_designees_as_a_magnet_hospital_for_nursing_excellence/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2010/10/svmc_enters_elite_group_of_threetime_designees_as_a_magnet_hospital_for_nursing_excellence/ Southwestern Vermont Medical Center (SVMC) became one of only 30 hospitals in the world and only the third hospital in New England to earn the designation of Magnet Hospital for Nursing Excellence for a third time on October 29. SVMC was the first Magnet hospital in Vermont, the third in New England and is one of only 377 Magnet hospitals in existence. October 29, 2010 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2010/10/2010_flu_clinic_schedule/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2010/10/2010_flu_clinic_schedule/ October 22, 2010 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2010/10/cancer_center_opens_clinical_trial_for_women_with_breast_cancer/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2010/10/cancer_center_opens_clinical_trial_for_women_with_breast_cancer/ October 21, 2010 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2010/10/learn_more_about_svmcs_accredited_comprehensive_breast_care_program/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2010/10/learn_more_about_svmcs_accredited_comprehensive_breast_care_program/ Southwestern Vermont Medical Center (SVMC) will present on its accredited, comprehensive breast care program on Tuesday, Oct. 12, at 6 p.m. in Conference Room C on the second floor of the hospital. October 04, 2010 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2010/09/new_technology_improves_surgery_experience_at_svmc/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2010/09/new_technology_improves_surgery_experience_at_svmc/ September 02, 2010 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2010/09/oralmaxillofacial_surgeon_joins_svmc/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2010/09/oralmaxillofacial_surgeon_joins_svmc/ September 02, 2010 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2010/08/svhc_to_offer_healthier_living_workshops_you_can_live_well_with_a_longterm_illness1/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2010/08/svhc_to_offer_healthier_living_workshops_you_can_live_well_with_a_longterm_illness1/ Southwestern Vermont Health Care’s Wellness Connection, along with the Vermont Blueprint for Health, is offering a free six-week workshop for those interested in self-managing one or more long-term health conditions. August 17, 2010 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2010/08/make_a_difference_as_a_hospice_volunteer0/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2010/08/make_a_difference_as_a_hospice_volunteer0/ August 13, 2010 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2010/08/svmc_to_present_at_the_next_chamber_daze_event_at_equinox_village/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2010/08/svmc_to_present_at_the_next_chamber_daze_event_at_equinox_village/ August 11, 2010 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2010/07/public_notice__magnet_site_visit/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2010/07/public_notice__magnet_site_visit/ As SVMC seeks Magnet recertification, the public can offer comments before their August site visit. July 23, 2010 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2010/07/plastic__reconstructive_surgeon_joins_svmc/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2010/07/plastic__reconstructive_surgeon_joins_svmc/ Dr. Marthe A. Gabey prings her expertise and skills to SVMC as a plastice and reconstrutive surgeon. July 16, 2010 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2010/06/svmc_welcomes_new_obstetrics__gynecology_provider/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2010/06/svmc_welcomes_new_obstetrics__gynecology_provider/ Dr. Eric Siegel is SVMC's newest obstetric/gynecology provider. He will share an office with Dr. Themarge Small beginning July 6. SVMC Obstetrics and Gynecology is in Suite 302 in the Medical Office Building at 140 Hospital Dr. June 23, 2010 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2010/06/svmc_provides_multiple_options_for_pain_management_during_labor_and_delivery/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2010/06/svmc_provides_multiple_options_for_pain_management_during_labor_and_delivery/ In a response to community need, Southwestern Vermont Medical Center (SVMC) is now offering epidurals to pregnant women who deliver at the hospital. The first epidural was performed in late May. June 17, 2010 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2010/06/svmc_appoints_dr_mark_donavan_as_chief_medical_officer/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2010/06/svmc_appoints_dr_mark_donavan_as_chief_medical_officer/ June 15, 2010 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2010/06/cancer_center_to_host_cancer_survivors_day_june_2_from_3_to_6_pm1/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2010/06/cancer_center_to_host_cancer_survivors_day_june_2_from_3_to_6_pm1/ June 01, 2010 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2010/06/svmc_to_hold_annual_heart_hike_and_wellness_walk_june_12/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2010/06/svmc_to_hold_annual_heart_hike_and_wellness_walk_june_12/ June 01, 2010 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2010/05/svhc_announces_honorees_for_outstanding_physician_and_outstanding_community_member/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2010/05/svhc_announces_honorees_for_outstanding_physician_and_outstanding_community_member/ May 28, 2010 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2010/05/svhc_sponsors_girls_on_the_run_vermont_5k_event/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2010/05/svhc_sponsors_girls_on_the_run_vermont_5k_event/ May 28, 2010 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2010/05/mauhs_ceramics_class_donates_ornaments/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2010/05/mauhs_ceramics_class_donates_ornaments/ May 26, 2010 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2010/04/trek_for_health_provides_exercise_for_your_body_and_your_mind_with_storywalk/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2010/04/trek_for_health_provides_exercise_for_your_body_and_your_mind_with_storywalk/ Southwestern Vermont Health Care (SVHC)’s Wellness Connection and Trek for Health, in collaboration with the New England Tropical Conservatory (NETC), brings StoryWalk™ to southern Vermont for the first time. StoryWalk™ combines reading and activity in a way that is fun for the whole family. The project will be installed at NETC from April 28 through June 27. April 15, 2010 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2010/03/general_surgeons_take_their_expertise_to_manchester/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2010/03/general_surgeons_take_their_expertise_to_manchester/ March 26, 2010 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2010/03/svmcs_podiatry_program_attracts_surgical_residents_from_chicago0/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2010/03/svmcs_podiatry_program_attracts_surgical_residents_from_chicago0/ The high quality of the surgical program at Southwestern Vermont Medical Center (SVMC) has led to the hospital’s first residency program with St. Joseph Hospital/VAMC North Chicago in Illinois. March 19, 2010 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2010/03/svmc_surgeons_take_new_approach_to_hip_replacement/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2010/03/svmc_surgeons_take_new_approach_to_hip_replacement/ March 12, 2010 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2010/03/svhc_seeks_nominations_for_outstanding_physician_and_outstanding_community_member/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2010/03/svhc_seeks_nominations_for_outstanding_physician_and_outstanding_community_member/ March 12, 2010 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2010/02/southwestern_vermont_regional_cancer_center_launches_research_into_new_drug_for_lung_cancer/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2010/02/southwestern_vermont_regional_cancer_center_launches_research_into_new_drug_for_lung_cancer/ February 23, 2010 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2010/02/local_executive_earns_top_healthcare_management_credential/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2010/02/local_executive_earns_top_healthcare_management_credential/ February 11, 2010 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2010/01/svhc_celebrates_national_wear_red_day/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2010/01/svhc_celebrates_national_wear_red_day/ January 28, 2010 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2010/01/chittenden_bank_continues_as_masters_in_the_mountains_title_sponsor/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2010/01/chittenden_bank_continues_as_masters_in_the_mountains_title_sponsor/ Chittenden Bank in Bennington will once again sponsor SVHC's Masters in the Mountains fundraising golf tournament January 25, 2010 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2010/01/svhc_names_executive_director_of_vna__hospice/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2010/01/svhc_names_executive_director_of_vna__hospice/ SVHC names Mary Hagarty as their new Executive Director for VNA & Hospice of SVHC, a department of Southwestern Vermont Medical Center. January 14, 2010 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2010/01/svmc_repeats_top_honor_for_patient_satisfaction0/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2010/01/svmc_repeats_top_honor_for_patient_satisfaction0/ SVMC's Emergency Department has won their fourth Press Ganey Summit Award for outstanding patient satisfaction. January 14, 2010 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2010/01/svmc_ends_fiscal_year_with_financial_improvements_lower_deficit/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2010/01/svmc_ends_fiscal_year_with_financial_improvements_lower_deficit/ January 11, 2010 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2010/01/new_beds_improve_care_and_safety_for_hospital_patients/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2010/01/new_beds_improve_care_and_safety_for_hospital_patients/ January 08, 2010 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2009/12/svmc_accepts_appointments_for_dec_12_h1n1_flu_clinic/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2009/12/svmc_accepts_appointments_for_dec_12_h1n1_flu_clinic/ SVMC Holds Third Public H1N1 Vaccination Flu Clinic for those at High Risk on December 12. December 04, 2009 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2009/11/svmc_takes_appointments_for_nov_30_flu_clinic/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2009/11/svmc_takes_appointments_for_nov_30_flu_clinic/ November 19, 2009 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2009/11/flu_clinic_to_vaccinate_only_highrisk_groups/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2009/11/flu_clinic_to_vaccinate_only_highrisk_groups/ November 13, 2009 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2009/11/svmc_restricts_visitors_during_flu_season/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2009/11/svmc_restricts_visitors_during_flu_season/ November 11, 2009 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2009/11/svhc_trustees_select_new_ceo/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2009/11/svhc_trustees_select_new_ceo/ November 04, 2009 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2009/11/go_aheadbe_a_quitter/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2009/11/go_aheadbe_a_quitter/ November 02, 2009 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2009/09/cancer_center_offers_hands_in_hope/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2009/09/cancer_center_offers_hands_in_hope/ SVHC Cancer Center Offers Art Therapy and Hands in Hope project. September 29, 2009 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2009/09/play_it_safe__get_the_flu_vaccine/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2009/09/play_it_safe__get_the_flu_vaccine/ September 24, 2009 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2009/09/svmc_to_host_computer_medical_simulator_for_training/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2009/09/svmc_to_host_computer_medical_simulator_for_training/ Life Net simulator to be at SVMC for training for two weeks. September 11, 2009 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2009/09/svmc_to_hold_panel_on_innovative_hip_treatment/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2009/09/svmc_to_hold_panel_on_innovative_hip_treatment/ SVMC to Hold Panel on Innovative Hip Treatment September 10, 2009 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2009/08/susan_g_komen_for_the_cure_funding_supports_svhc_wellness_programs/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2009/08/susan_g_komen_for_the_cure_funding_supports_svhc_wellness_programs/ FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Eileen Druckenmiller (802) 447-5558 18-Aug-09 BENNINGTON Grant funding from the Susan G. Komen for the Cure Foundation is supporting several Wellness Connection programs at Southwestern Vermont Health Care (SVHC) in the coming months. The foundation has been a ... August 19, 2009 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2009/08/svmc_to_hold_public_forums_starting_aug_31/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2009/08/svmc_to_hold_public_forums_starting_aug_31/ For Immediate Release 14 August 2009 Media Contact: Kevin Robinson 802-447-5003 BENNINGTON, Vt. Southwestern Vermont Medical Center will host a series of public forums throughout its service area starting August 31. At these forums, Dr. Mark Novotny, interim CEO of the health system, will ... August 14, 2009 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2009/08/family_medicine_doctor_joins_svmc_northshire_campus/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2009/08/family_medicine_doctor_joins_svmc_northshire_campus/ Family Medicine Physician Joins SVMC Northshire Campus August 03, 2009 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2009/07/svmc_urology_welcomes_dr_donaldson/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2009/07/svmc_urology_welcomes_dr_donaldson/ SVMC Urology Welcomes Dr. Donaldson July 30, 2009 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2009/07/medquest_immerses_local_students_in_health_care_careers/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2009/07/medquest_immerses_local_students_in_health_care_careers/ For Immediate Release 8 July 2009 Media Contact: Erica Cummings 802-447-5019 Dr. Mark Novotny (left), chief executive officer of SVMC shares a laugh with MedQuest scholars (left to right) Mollie Reed, Patrick Hackett... July 14, 2009 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2009/06/svmc_announces_audit_results_focuses_on_turnaround/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2009/06/svmc_announces_audit_results_focuses_on_turnaround/ For Immediate Release 25 June 2009 Media Contact: Kevin Robinson 802-447-5003 BENNINGTON, Vt. Southwestern Vermont Medical Center (SVMC) today announced the results of its mid-year financial audit, showing an increased budget deficit of $17.3 million for the six months that ended on March 31. ... June 25, 2009 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2009/06/annual_report_card_shows_bennington_hospital_shines_at_preventing_surgical_complications/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2009/06/annual_report_card_shows_bennington_hospital_shines_at_preventing_surgical_complications/ For Immediate Release 15 June 2009 Media Contact: Kevin Robinson 802-47-5003 BENNINGTON, Vt. An annual report card of quality, patient satisfaction, and financial measures for Vermont hospitals shows Southwestern Vermont Medical Center is leading the state in preventing complications from ... June 15, 2009 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2009/06/svhc_opens_search_for_new_chief_executive_officer/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2009/06/svhc_opens_search_for_new_chief_executive_officer/ For Immediate Release 5 June 2009 Media Contact: Kevin Robinson (802) 447-5003 BENNINGTON, Vt. Southwestern Vermont Health Care (SVHC) has opened a nationwide search for a new chief executive officer (CEO). The health system's board of trustees has engaged a well-known search firm, Witt/Kieffer... June 05, 2009 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2009/06/conroy_joins_svmc_as_chief_nursing_officer/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2009/06/conroy_joins_svmc_as_chief_nursing_officer/ For Immediate Release 1 June 2009 Media Contact: Kevin Robinson SVMC Communications Director SVMC Appointed Carol Conroy as Chief Nursing Officer BENNINGTON, Vt. Dr. Mark Novotny, ... June 04, 2009 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2009/05/svhc_makes_a_pledge_for_healthy_food_in_health_care0/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2009/05/svhc_makes_a_pledge_for_healthy_food_in_health_care0/ SVHC Makes a Pledge for Healthy Food in Health Care May 13, 2009 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2009/05/svmc_implements_fiscal_recovery_plan/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2009/05/svmc_implements_fiscal_recovery_plan/ For Immediate Release May 7, 2009 Contact: Kevin Robinson (802) 447-5003 BENNINGTON, Vt. The Board of Trustees, CEO Dr. Mark Novotny and senior management of Southwestern Vermont Medical Center (SVMC) have formulated a comprehensive plan to jumpstart the hospitals return to financial health. ... May 07, 2009 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2009/04/svmcs_northshire_campus_welcomes_dr_robert_w_westergan/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2009/04/svmcs_northshire_campus_welcomes_dr_robert_w_westergan/ FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Eileen Druckenmiller (802) 447-5558 30-Apr-09 MANCHESTER -- Orthopedic Surgeon Robert W. Westergan, MD, has joined the staff of the Northshire Campus of Southwestern Vermont Medical Center (SVMC). Dr. Westergan has a special interest in non-surgical approaches for ... April 30, 2009 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2009/04/vermont_recognizes_svmc_for_support_of_rescue_squads/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2009/04/vermont_recognizes_svmc_for_support_of_rescue_squads/ For Immediate Release 3 April 2009 Media Contact: Kevin Robinson 802-447-5003 BURLINGTON Southwestern Vermont Medical Center's (SVMC's) work to encourage rescue squads and improve care for patients before they reach the hospital received top marks from the State of Vermont March 28. The Vermont... April 03, 2009 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2009/03/svhc_board_appoints_mark_novotny_md_interim_ceo/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2009/03/svhc_board_appoints_mark_novotny_md_interim_ceo/ Harvey Yorke announces retirement For Immediate Release 20 March 2009 BENNINGTON -- On March 19, the SVHC Board of Trustees announced it had appointed Mark Novotny, MD, as Interim Chief Executive Officer for the health system. The announcement came shortly after the board accepted the resignation... March 19, 2009 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2009/02/wood_chip_boiler_would_add_45_million_in_cost/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2009/02/wood_chip_boiler_would_add_45_million_in_cost/ 24 February 2009 For Immediate Release Media Contact: Kevin Robinson 802-447-5003 BENNINGTON, Vt. As the hospital continues work to create its modernization project, officials now have more information on the feasibility of burning wood chips to provide steam for heat, laundry, cooking, and ... February 24, 2009 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2009/02/chittenden_bank_continues_as_masters_in_the_mountains_title_sponsor/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2009/02/chittenden_bank_continues_as_masters_in_the_mountains_title_sponsor/ 9 February 2009 For Immediate Release: Media Contact: Kevin Robinson 802-447-5003 BENNINGTON, Vt. Southwestern Vermont Health Care is pleased to announce that Chittenden Bank will be the Title Sponsor of the 2009 Masters in the Mountains Golf Tournament. The annual benefit tournament will be ... February 11, 2009 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2009/02/svmc_dialysis_center_earns_5diamonds_for_patient_safety/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2009/02/svmc_dialysis_center_earns_5diamonds_for_patient_safety/ The renal dialysis center at Southwestern Vermont Medical Center (SVMC) recently received the highest award for dialysis safety from the ESRD Network of New England. February 11, 2009 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2009/01/bennington_artist_and_breast_cancer_survivor_opens_exhibit_jan_16/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2009/01/bennington_artist_and_breast_cancer_survivor_opens_exhibit_jan_16/ 2 January 2009 For Immediate Release Media Contact: Kevin Robinson 802-447-5003 BENNINGTON A former educator turned painter and mixed-media artist, Viola Moriarty, will exhibit her latest collection of works, ExVoto Suscepto, Jan. 16 at Southwestern Vermont Regional Cancer Center. Moriarty, a ... January 05, 2009 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2008/12/svmc_wins_third_national_award_for_patient_satisfaction_/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2008/12/svmc_wins_third_national_award_for_patient_satisfaction_/ For Immediate Release 18 Dec. 2008 Media Contact: Kevin Robinson 802-447-5003 SVMC Wins Third National Award for Patient Satisfaction BENNINGTON The Emergency Department at Southwestern Vermont Medical Center (SVMC) has taken top honors for patient satisfaction for a third year in a row. The ... December 22, 2008 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2008/12/svmc_general_surgery_welcomes_reconstructive_surgeon/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2008/12/svmc_general_surgery_welcomes_reconstructive_surgeon/ James A. Edmond Joins SVMC General Surgery December 08, 2008 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2008/12/svmc_lab_to_move_to_new_location_dec_8/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2008/12/svmc_lab_to_move_to_new_location_dec_8/ SVMC Lab to Move to New Location Dec. 8 December 01, 2008 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2008/11/svmc_uses_highdef_endoscope/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2008/11/svmc_uses_highdef_endoscope/ New, high-definition endoscopy improves surgeons view of the colon and helps them find and treat precancer before it becomes cancer. November 20, 2008 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2008/10/vna__hospice_of_svhc_is_a_benchmark/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2008/10/vna__hospice_of_svhc_is_a_benchmark/ BENNINGTON -- Home Health Line, a nationally distributed newsletter, profiled the Visiting Nurse Association Hospice of Southwestern Vermont Health Care in its Benchmark of the Week feature in the Sept. 15, 2008 issue. VNA Hospice was featured for reducing its Low Utilization Payment Adjustments... October 24, 2008 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2008/10/svmc_becomes_first_in_new_england_to_use_hightech_ozone_sterilizer/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2008/10/svmc_becomes_first_in_new_england_to_use_hightech_ozone_sterilizer/ A new high-tech ozone sterilizer at Southwestern Vermont Medical Center safely sterilizes complex instruments used in minimally invasive surgery October 23, 2008 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2008/10/general_surgeon_joins_svmc/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2008/10/general_surgeon_joins_svmc/ New General Surgeon Comes to SVMC October 06, 2008 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2008/09/vna__hospice_gold_star_employer_status_renewed/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2008/09/vna__hospice_gold_star_employer_status_renewed/ FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Dianne M. Cutillo (802) 447-5413 BENNINGTON The Vermont Assembly of Home Health Agencies (VAHHA) renewed Gold Star Employer status for the Visiting Nurse Association Hospice of Southwestern Vermont Health Care VNA Hospice of SVHC became Vermonts first Gold Star ... September 30, 2008 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2008/09/bennington_cardiology_welcomes_dr_anisman/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2008/09/bennington_cardiology_welcomes_dr_anisman/ Bennington Cardiology Welcomes Dr. Anisman September 30, 2008 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2008/09/dr_small_joins_svmc_obstetrics_and_gynecology/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2008/09/dr_small_joins_svmc_obstetrics_and_gynecology/ Obstetrician Themarge Small was looking to work in a setting where she could practice medicine with top-rate professionals. And she wanted to feel confident that her patients would be treated with kindness and respect. September 18, 2008 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2008/08/southwestern_vermont_regional_cancer_center_accredited_with_commendation/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2008/08/southwestern_vermont_regional_cancer_center_accredited_with_commendation/ 18 August 2008 For Immediate Release Media Contact: Kevin Robinson (802) 447-5003 BENNINGTON Patients seeking the best in cancer care look for programs accredited by the American College of Surgeons (ACoS). Southwestern Vermont Regional Cancer Center recently received renewed accreditation with... August 19, 2008 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2008/08/svmc_welcomes_dr_dehaas_to_hoosick_falls/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2008/08/svmc_welcomes_dr_dehaas_to_hoosick_falls/ BENNINGTON Southwestern Vermont Medical Center (SVMC) is pleased to welcome Dr. Sherri L. DeHaas to Village Primary Care at 140 Main Street in Hoosick Falls, N.Y. When I visited the area, I realized how wonderful and down-to earth the people of the Hoosick Falls area are, said Dr. DeHaas. You get ... August 08, 2008 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2008/06/centers_for_living__rehabilitation_wins_vermont_qualty_award/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2008/06/centers_for_living__rehabilitation_wins_vermont_qualty_award/ FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Media Contact: Kevin Robinson (802) 447-5003 13-Jun-08 Centers for Living Rehabilitation Wins Vermont Qualty Award BENNINGTON For the fourth time, the Centers for Living Rehabilitation (CLR) won Vermont's top award for quality care at a nursing home. The 150-bed ... June 13, 2008 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2008/06/peters_joins_northshire/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2008/06/peters_joins_northshire/ SVMC's Northshire Campus adds Dr. Claudia Peters June 02, 2008 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2008/05/svmc_wins_award_for_quality_rating/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2008/05/svmc_wins_award_for_quality_rating/ FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 27, 2008 CONTACT: Dianne Cutillo cutd@phin.org (802) 447-5413 BENNINGTON HealthStream Research has recognized Southwestern Vermont Medical Center with its Excellence through Insight award for Highest Community Perception of Quality. The award recognizes SVMC as a ... May 27, 2008 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2008/04/sischy_opens_internal_medicine_practice/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2008/04/sischy_opens_internal_medicine_practice/ FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Eileen Druckenmiller (802) 447-5558 29-Apr-08 BENNINGTON InternistDr. David M. Sischyis joining Southwestern Vermont Medical Center (SVMC) as of May 1. Sischy comes to SVHC with more than 25 years experience as a doctor. He received his medical degree from the ... April 29, 2008 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2008/04/svmc_lauded_for_innovative_patient_care/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2008/04/svmc_lauded_for_innovative_patient_care/ FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Eileen Druckenmiller (802) 447-5558 23-Apr-08 BENNINGTON A model for nursing patient care designed by Southwestern Vermont Medical Center (SVMC) has been featured in an independent research project. Health Work Solutions, LLC (HSW), received and reviewed over ... April 23, 2008 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2008/04/legislators_hear_from_constitutents/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2008/04/legislators_hear_from_constitutents/ Southwestern Vermont Medical Center (SVMC) invited area legislators to the hospital on Monday morning to share with them almost 1,500 postcards sent by area residents. The postcards were filled out in response to the hospitals plea for help in convincing the Administration that the planned tax on ... April 05, 2008 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2008/03/help_stop_the_16_million_hospital_tax/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2008/03/help_stop_the_16_million_hospital_tax/ It's True! The State of Vermont wants to tax hospitals $16 million to prop upthe 2009 state budget. For Southwestern Vermont Medical Center, that will mean a loss of $1.2 million. When hospital budgets are as tight as they are nowadays, that can only mean three things: higher health care costs, ... March 03, 2008 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2008/02/photographer_donates_photos_to_svmc/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2008/02/photographer_donates_photos_to_svmc/ FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Eileen Druckenmiller (802) 447-5558 20-Feb-08 You must have been a beautiful baby! BENNINGTON Bennington professional photographer Irene Goyette (www.irenegoyette.com) recently donated 12 framed photographs of infants and their parents to Southwestern Vermont ... February 20, 2008 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2008/01/stay_active_in_winter/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2008/01/stay_active_in_winter/ From the January/February Issue of the Wellness Connection A minimum of 30 minutes of moderate-intensity physical activity a day is what the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends for a healthy lifestyle. But the activity doesn't have to be hard to give us some benefit. And we don't ... January 01, 2008 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2007/12/svmc_repeats_top_honors_for_patient_satisfaction/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2007/12/svmc_repeats_top_honors_for_patient_satisfaction/ 4 December 2007 For Immediate Release Media Contact: Kevin Robinson 802-447-5003 BENNINGTON - Emergency and inpatient services at Southwestern Vermont Medical Center (SVMC) have won top honors for patient satisfaction for the second year in a row. Press Ganey, an independent company that ... December 04, 2007 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2007/11/vna_ranked_in_top_500_nationwide/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2007/11/vna_ranked_in_top_500_nationwide/ For Immediate Release Media Contact: Dianne Cutillo 802-447-5413 BENNINGTON Visiting Nurse Association Hospice of Southwestern Vermont Health Care (SVHC)has been named one of the Top 500 agencies on the 2007 HomeCare Elite list. The list is a compilation of the most successful Medicare-... November 07, 2007 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2007/08/surgeons_launch_hip_resurfacing_at_svmc/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2007/08/surgeons_launch_hip_resurfacing_at_svmc/ For Immediate Release 28 August 2007 Media Contact: Kevin Robinson 802-447-5003 SVMC Orthopedic Surgeons Introduce New Hip Resurfacing Technology Active, althetic people with hip problems in southern Vermont now have a new option for getting rid of nagging hip pain. ... August 28, 2007 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2007/08/life_changing_workshop_offered/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2007/08/life_changing_workshop_offered/ FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Dianne Cutillo (802) 447-5413 17-Aug-07 Its only once a week for six weeks and it will change your life. Without your health and learning to cope with chronic conditions, the quality of your life just isnt there. Its free. Its fun. And theres nothing to lose. ... August 17, 2007 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2007/08/surgery_team_achieves_top_10_improvement/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2007/08/surgery_team_achieves_top_10_improvement/ Thanks to a team effort among surgeons, nurses, and the Patient Safety Department, Southwestern Vermont Medical Center surgery patients get two critical safety treatments. August 13, 2007 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2007/08/svmc_wins_national_leadership_awards/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2007/08/svmc_wins_national_leadership_awards/ VHA Inc., a national health care alliance, recognized Southwestern Vermont Medical Center (SVMC) with two Leadership Awards for clinical care and organization excellence.  SVMC also received the VHA's President's Award to recognize excellence that leads to winning two Leadership Awards August 13, 2007 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2007/08/hospice_offers_teen_grief_support/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2007/08/hospice_offers_teen_grief_support/ FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Dianne M. Cutillo (802) 447-5413 9-Aug-2007 BENNINGTON - Teenagers need a safe place to identify and share the difficulties and confusion associated with loss and grief. VNA Hospice will host a Teens in Focus Grief Support Group to meet that need. The ... August 09, 2007 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2007/08/hospice_singers_needed/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2007/08/hospice_singers_needed/ FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Dianne M. Cutillo (802) 447-5413 7-Aug-2007 BENNINGTON The group provides songs of inspiration and serenity to the Hospice patients they sing for. The next rehearsal will be Wednesday, Aug. 15, at 3 pm at St. Peters Episcopal Church. If you would like to learn ... August 07, 2007 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2007/08/hospice_volunteers_needed/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2007/08/hospice_volunteers_needed/ FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Dianne M. Cutillo (802) 447-5413 3-Aug-2007 BENNINGTON Visiting Nurse Association Hospice of Southwestern Vermont Health Care will begin a 9-week volunteer training session in September. Sessions meet from 10 am1 pm. The training is open to anyone in the ... August 03, 2007 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2007/07/svhc_launches_base_camp_rapid_care/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2007/07/svhc_launches_base_camp_rapid_care/ SVHC Buys Mountain Sports Medicine at Mt Snow and launches Base Camp RapidCare a walk-in clinic for travelers. July 02, 2007 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2007/06/2007_trek_for_health_concludes/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2007/06/2007_trek_for_health_concludes/ Event Concludes June 16 with a Heart Hike at the Bennington Elks FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Kevin Robinson (802) 447-5003 8 June 2007 BENNINGTON - Imagine fewer people dying from heart disease and cancer. Is it possible? Studies show that if we all exercised just a little more, deaths from... June 08, 2007 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2007/06/dr_henley_joins_svmc/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2007/06/dr_henley_joins_svmc/ Orthopedic surgeon, Dr. Deborah Henley joins SVMC to specialize in foot and ankle surgery. June 04, 2007 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2007/06/best_nurses_story_winner_announced/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2007/06/best_nurses_story_winner_announced/ FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 5/2/2007 CONTACT: Kevin Robinson PHONE NUMBER: (802)447-5003 Hope McCarthys heartfelt thank you to Southwestern Vermont Medical Center nurses and other staff earned the top prize in the Best Nurses story contest. The contest honored the hospitals nurses on their re-... June 02, 2007 http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2007/04/win_a_golf_dream_getaway/ http://svhealthcare.org/newsreleases/2007/04/win_a_golf_dream_getaway/ FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 4/20/2007 CONTACT: Dianne Cutillo PHONE NUMBER: (802)447-5413 Raffle tickets for great golf trips and getaways are available as part of Masters in the Mountains annual golf tournament to benefit Southwestern Vermont Health Care. Three raffles are available, at $100, $50, ... April 20, 2007