 Samantha Kaftan Joins SVMC ExpressCareKaftan earned her master's degree in physician assistant studies from the University of Nebraska Medical Center. She received a bachelor's in biology from the University of Dallas in Texas.  Grace Hallenbeck Joins SVMC Pownal Campus and SVMC CardiologyHallenbeck will divide time between the Cardiology practice and the Pownal practice.  Business Community Rallies for SVHC Vision 2020 ProjectThe project, the biggest the hospital has undertaken since the mid-1990s, includes the renovation and expansion of the health system's Emergency Department and the construction of an all-new regional Cancer Center.  SVHC Introduces Healthy Holiday ChallengeEvery Friday from Nov. 25 to Jan 13, SVHC will release a video featuring a different SVHC health role model sharing a fun and motivating challenge to complete that week.  SVMC Hosts Online Cooking ClassThat's why Southwestern Vermont Medical Center (SVMC) has invited its experts to show those interested in cancer prevention how to increase the enjoyment of healthy plant-based meals for the holidays and beyond.  SVMC to Close Connector Between Hospital and Medical Office BuildingPatients are encouraged to use the Canopy Entrance for all entrances and exits of the hospital. This may require that patients repark between appointments in these two buildings.  Diabetes Management Class Forming NowThe Diabetes Education department at Southwestern Vermont Medical Center and the Vermont Blueprint for Health have teamed up to provide a Diabetes Self-Management Workshop starting at 4 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 1, 2022, virtually via Zoom.  SVMC Welcomes Michael Silverberg, DO, to SVMC OB/GYNDr. Silverberg received his medical degree from Kansas City University College of Osteopathic Medicine, and completed the Obstetrics and Gynecology Residency Program at Einstein Medical Center in Pennsylvania.  SVHC Receives Donation from Lundgren Subaru and Leukemia and Lymphoma SocietyBy the end of the year, Subaru and retailers will have brought more than 230,000 blankets, 31,000 arts and crafts kits, and thousands of messages of hope, written by Subaru retailers and customers.  SVHC Announces DAISY Award WinnerThe DAISY Award is part of a national merit-based recognition program established by the DAISY Foundation.  SVHC Recognizes Nursing Advisory Council LeadershipMunsell is an emergency nurse. He holds bachelor's degrees in biology and psychology from the Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts and a bachelor's in nursing from University of Massachusetts at Amherst.  Southwestern Vermont Health Care Recognizes Nursing StaffSouthwestern Vermont Health Care's (SVHC) nursing leaders have chosen four nurses whose work represents each of the four qualities of a Magnet Center for Nursing Excellence, including transformational leadership, innovation, structural empowerment, and exemplary professional practice.  Medical Matters Weekly Welcomes SVMC RheumatologistStanishewski earned his medical degree from Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine and most recently served as a Fellow in Rheumatology at Roger Williams Medical Center, Rhode Island Hospital, and the VA Medical Center in Providence.  Medical Matters Weekly Welcomes Pediatric Cancer ResearcherThe show airs on Facebook Live at 12 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 19.  SVMC Welcomes New Surgeon to General SurgeryMacGregor received his medical degree from University Medicine and Health Sciences in St. Kitts. He completed his residency in General Surgery at Creighton University School of Medicine in Phoenix  SVHC Announces July DAISY Award WinnerAmanda Crossman, RN, a nurse in the Emergency Department (ED) at Southwestern Vermont Medical Center (SVMC), was the July recipient of the DAISY Award for Extraordinary Nurses at Southwestern Vermont Health Care (SVHC).  Girls on the Run VT Director Next Guest on Medical Matters WeeklyDesautels has been the executive director of Girls on the Run Vermont since 2019, before which she served as a statewide program manager, program coordinator for Northern Vermont, and a volunteer coach |
