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.
Safe sleep spaces for every baby
Infant Safe Sleep Coalition receives $50k grant for safe sleep education
Experts share tips for safe breastfeeding diet
Caffeine and your health
Why is the wait so long in the ER?
Good sleep from A to ZZZ
Respiratory therapists avert a fish emergency
All About Me room opens at Gilbert House Children's Museum
Nurses make custom quilts for patients, families
Baby blues or something more serious?
A-fib journeys: From panic to world travel
Salem Health ahead of the big A-fib curve
'All About Me' room debuts at Gilbert House Children's Museum
Learn self-care practices for a higher IQ
Shop your way to better sleep
Memory lapses: When to worry about dementia
Celebrate Heart Month 2017!
What could your cigarette money buy?
Welcome to first baby… what's her name?
Six quit-smoking programs in Marion and Polk county