Workplace violence decreased by 21% thanks to education, action and collaboration
By fostering open communication, we reinforce that we are a place of healing, and we invite patients to engage with staff respectfully and participate in their care.
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.
National Lab of the Year
Medical Laboratory Observer’s 2024 Lab of the Year is Salem Health Laboratories at Salem Health Hospitals and Clinics. Labs across the country were judged on achievement in five areas: customer service, productivity, teamwork, education and training and strategic outlook. Salem Health stood out with its commitment to improvement and the dedication of all 226 employees who handle 1.6 million test requests at its three high-complexity laboratories, which support and oversee all point-of-care testing across our health system.
Innovative techniques in orthopedic trauma surgery: What’s new for patients?
“The types of injuries we see are no different than what has been seen for decades, but there are new ways to view and treat these injuries,” said trauma surgeon Andrew Hadeed, DO.
How to manage pain after gastric bypass surgery
Patients can sometimes get told by friends and family that they have taken the ‘easy way out’ in losing weight with bariatric surgery. Nothing could be further from the truth.
QUIZ: Do you know your poisonous Oregon plants?
Fireworks and PTSD: Be a good neighbor
Why I became a nurse: I like a challenge
Why I became a nurse: To bring hope
Why I became a nurse: To find a way
Why I became a nurse: Continuous learning
Why I became a nurse: Service to humanity
Protecting Nemo: Is your sunscreen toxic to sea life?
Salem Hospital is a Baby-Friendly hospital
Hundreds attend Salem Health community health fair
BOGUS ADVICE: Call 911 to order pizza (NOPE!)
Food Farmacy strives to help patients stay healthy
Introducing Salem Health Insights Community
Nurse connects with youth
TRACS team creates care kits for patients in need
Smartphones can be a real pain
ER nurse gets surprise homecoming from military husband
Nurses sew special pillows for open-heart surgery patients
Hair stylist discovers new look inside and out after bariatric surgery
Donated fitness equipment gives incarcerated youth new career opportunity