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.
Important update for Santiam patients, employees and community regarding a cyber security incident
Be wary of posts circulating on social media. Official communication about this incident will come from Salem Health.
Emergency room compassion: 'It’s not just because I’m a staff member. They’d do that for anybody’
When Darcy's son suffered a serious injury at football practice, she knew she could count on her Salem Health colleagues to set him on the path to recovery.
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