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.
‘Just helping out and meeting new people regularly is worth it’
John Love was a Salem-Keizer Cherriots transit operator and instructor for almost 40 years. Last summer, he decided to use his driving experience to volunteer.
‘I’ve had patients look at us and say — now I know I’m going to be okay’
Michele volunteers for Salem Health Cancer Center, as well as the pet therapy program.
Volunteers needed for community listening project
Salem Hospital nurse volunteers for the love of animals
Empathy exercise shows challenges of living in poverty
March of Dimes auction bids mean so much to growing families
Salem Health leaders tackle community needs
Heart implant takes high-risk A-fib patients off blood-thinners
Salem Health: A look back on 2018
'Everything we do is up to them': How Salem Health helps sexual assault survivors
Employees donate thousands of toys for local families
Imaging department helps beautify Salem
From the CEO: A statement against violence and hatred
Wavering about getting a flu shot? Get the facts
Gaining access to someone else’s medical records at Salem and West Valley Hospitals
Community Champions first-year successful
The do's and don'ts of safe sleep for babies
Salem Health helps deputies reverse overdoses
Van drivers needed! Do you have what it takes?
Salem Health provides 3,500 new backpacks to 31 schools
Paging Dr. Fun E. Bone
You asked, we answered: Surgery patients get at least 24 hours’ notice