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.
Level IV trauma center (West Valley Hospital)
In 2013, Oregon Health Authority accredited West Valley Hospital emergency department as a Level IV Trauma Center, ready to care 24/7 for the Willamette Valley’s most seriously injured patients. Trauma facilities are designated as Level I, II, III, or IV. The role of the Level IV trauma center is to provide resuscitation and stabilization for severely injured adult or pediatric patients before transferring them to a higher level trauma system hospital.
Every trauma patient who arrives in the West Valley Hospital emergency department is met by trauma-trained nurses who are immediately available to initiate lifesaving care.
Level II trauma center (Salem Hospital)
In 2018, Oregon Health Authority accredited Salem Hospital emergency department as a Level II Trauma Center, ready to care 24/7 for the Willamette Valley’s most seriously injured patients. Trauma facilities are designated as Level I, II, III, or IV, with Level I and II centers offering the highest level of care. Level II trauma centers provide care for severely injured patients of all ages. Facility services and resource requirements are similar to Level I.
Every trauma patient who arrives in the Salem Hospital emergency department is met by a trauma team with resuscitation life-support equipment to ensure rapid evaluation and treatment.Redesignation of Salem Hospital's Level II accreditation will take place in July 2024.
Know the risk factors for cervical, uterine and ovarian cancer
Most cases of gynecologic cancers are not inherited. However, people may have a higher risk with a family history of other kinds of cancer.
Clinical trial looks at 'brain training' to improve cognitive function in breast cancer survivors
Concentration is a common concern among breast cancer patients. After being diagnosed — and especially after treatment — many patients report "brain fog."
Salem Health grants $25,000 to Mid-Willamette Valley Community Action Agency
Salem Hospital named one of Oregon’s top hospitals
Salem Health prepares for eclipse, offers eclipse tips
Take care in forecasted extreme heat
Salem Health grants $41,370 to Family Building Blocks
Salem Health grants $50,000 to Salvation Army’s Lighthouse Shelter
Salem Health West Valley Foundation grants scholarships to 19 college students
Salem Health grants $50,000 to Boys and Girls Club program to fight obesity
Salem Health to celebrate National Cancer Survivors Day® with day of honor and festivities
Salem Health receives Get With The Guidelines-Stroke Gold Plus Quality Achievement Award
Marion County chief administrative officer joins Salem Health Board of Trustees
Salem Health Foundation welcomes two new board members