Salem Health and Santiam finalize affiliation to ensure long-term stability and more accessible healthcare
The agreement will transition Santiam employees to Salem Health's payroll and provide funds to upgrade Santiam’s healthcare infrastructure.
PointClickCare certification 'a game changer' for Salem Health Laboratories
For patients and families, the streamlined process helps avoid unnecessary hospital visits and emergency room trips.
Salem Hospital - Joint Commission Accreditation
Since 1983, Salem Hospital has been an accredited hospital by The Joint Commission. This ongoing achievement highlights our commitment to using best practices to improve safety and quality for our patients, staff and community.
Get With The Guidelines®️ - Heart Failure Bronze with Target: Heart Failure
The American Heart Association honored Salem Hospital with the Get With The Guidelines® Heart Failure Bronze with Target: Heart Failure distinction in 2026. This achievement highlights our commitment to improving outcomes for patients with heart failure.
West Valley Hospital prepares to upgrade emergency department and services in $75 million expansion project
Polk County residents and should be aware of changes to parking and hospital entrances during construction.
Four tips for managing parent guilt when you have young children
Try these four tips for managing guilt, uncertainty and self-doubt as a parent.
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Common fractures in elderly patients and how they’re treated
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Salem Health orthopedic surgeons use technology to preserve muscles during surgery
Common shoulder injuries and the best exercises to prevent them
Salem Health uses new technology to prevent hip replacements after labral tears
Staying in the game: Preventing and treating sports injuries at any age
Hip replacement surgery: How to prepare your home
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