Early Detection, Opening a Door to Life-saving Treatment
One of the most rewarding parts of my job as a general surgeon is caring for patients with cancer, especially…
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Quarterly DAISY Award Recognizes Exceptional Care by Acute Care Nurse Yossarian Day, RN
Congratulations to our most recent DAISY honoree, Yossarian Day, RN, from Acute Care. Yossarian received four nominations during the course…
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Levy Funds Fuel Facility and Equipment Upgrades
With the passage of the 2025 Maintenance and Operations Levy, the Anacortes community has taken a major step in securing…
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Get to know Dr. Thomas
As a nephrologist, Dr. Thomas diagnoses and treats kidney-related conditions, such as chronic kidney disease,…
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Expanding Cardiology Services with Heart & Courage
Q&A with Cardiologist Rajesh Bhola, MD Heart disease is the leading cause of death for both men and women, with…
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Get to know Dr. Brad Watkins
Dr. Watkins provides care for issues involving the abdomen (gallbladder, appendix, hernias, stomach, intestines), skin and…
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Food of the Month – Peas
Nutrition: Peas contain vitamins, A, C, K and folate. Peas also contain many minerals and are a good source of…
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Connected Health Records Improve Care Across Systems
Island Health is proud to be an early adopter of TEFCA—the Trusted Exchange Framework and Common Agreement, a nationwide effort…
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Get to Know Dr. Simon Shapiro
As an interventional spine and musculoskeletal physiatrist, Dr. Shapiro collaborates with patients to help optimize function…
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Putting People at the Heart of Healthcare Innovation
In many hospitals, innovation is often discussed in terms of new devices and software upgrades. The most meaningful transformations happen,…
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What to Expect During Your Emergency Department Visit
A trip to the Emergency Department (ED) is rarely planned—and it can often feel stressful or uncertain. Understanding what happens…
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Get to Know Dr. Dempsie Morrison
Dr. Morrison treats a broad range of general gastrointestinal conditions. He performs EGD (upper endoscopy),…
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Comprehensive, Team-based Care—Without Sacrificing Choice
One of the greatest advantages of a hospital-based birth center is access to a multi-faceted care team working collaboratively in…
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Food of the Month – Herbs
Plan to plant your herbs in early spring, the longer days and mild weather makes great conditions for these plants.…
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Get to Know Dr. Kay-Kay Gambs
As a family medicine provider, Dr. Gambs enjoys the variety that comes with treating patients…
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Transforming the Emergency Department Patient Experience
Island Emergency Department (ED) cared for 17,628 patients last year—that’s nearly 50 patients every day. That number represents a 74%…
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National Doctors’ Day is March 30th!
Help us honor Island Health doctors! In celebration of National Doctors’ Day, send a kind message to your physician to…
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Top 10 Tips for Lifelong Women’s Health
Women’s health is a lifelong journey—from the first menstrual cycle to post-menopause and everything in-between. With evolving screening guidelines, new…
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Quarterly DAISY Award Recognizes Exceptional Care by Labor and Delivery Nurse Careisa Whitford, BSN, RN
Congratulations to our most recent DAISY honoree, Careisa Whitford, BSN, RN, from Labor and Delivery. Careisa was nominated by a…
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Food of the Month – Kale
Kale is considered a superfood due to its high levels of antioxidants, its powerful medicinal properties, and its nutrient density.…
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Food of the Month – Citrus
As the days get cold and dark, find ways to brighten it up! It has been shown that eating an…
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Quarterly DAISY Award Recognizes Exceptional Care by Infusion Services Nurse Kerry Harrison, BSN, RN
Congratulations to our most recent DAISY honoree, Kerry Harrison, BSN, RN, from the Emergency Department and Infusion Services. Kerry was…
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SPEAK OUT! The Life-Changing Program Helping Parkinson’s Patients Communicate with Confidence
Has your voice become softer over time? It can be frustrating: you think your voice is strong and steady, yet…
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The Dreaded Stomach Bug
As many parents and families in our region know, we have recently had an unwanted winter visitor to our peaceful…
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