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.
Salem Health earns 3 stars in vascular quality initiative registry participation program
“Our vascular surgery team uses VQI data to measure our effectiveness and to improve our long-term patient care,” said Tim Hodges, MD, Medical Director of Vascular Surgery, Salem Health Hospitals and Clinics.
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.
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The foot and ankle are the foundation of your body, and the experienced specialists at Salem Health Orthopedics understand when your feet hurt, everything can hurt.
If you’ve had a longtime condition or a recent injury, our fellowship-trained physicians and advanced practice providers will work with you to identify the issue and get you on the path of recovery quickly.
Salem Health Orthopedics treats a variety of conditions affecting the foot and ankle.
Our foot and ankle surgeons specialize in minimally invasive surgery, which means a smaller incision site with typically less pain than traditional surgery and a shorter recovery period. Ask your provider if minimally invasive surgery could be right for you.
Our foot and ankle surgeons know that bunions can lead to pain and inflammation. Bunion removal is a minimally invasive surgery to remove the bony growth from the foot. Bunions develop on the inside edge of the big toe joint after the toe gets pushed out of alignment over time.
Surgery is the only way to remove the growth and realign the foot. Interested in learning more? Make an appointment today and let our Salem Health foot and ankle specialists walk you through treatment options.
Whether a closed fracture where the skin is intact, or an open fracture where the bone is visible through the skin — our team of orthopedic surgeons has a plan for care to get you back on your feet.
Most open fractures will require surgery. Closed fracture treatment often involves braces and casts. Regardless of the type of fracture, our foot and ankle surgeons and team of physical therapists are here for you every step of the way.