News Archive | RMH Healthcare, Harrisonburg, VA

Monday, December 19, 2011

RMH Foundation Revises Community Outreach Grant Guidelines

In response to the wishes of its donors, the RMH Foundation has revised its guidelines for outreach grants benefiting healthcare needs in the community.

Thursday, December 15, 2011

RMH Foundation Receives Gift for Prostate Cancer Awareness

The Prostate Cancer Awareness Project and Jeremiah Bishop’s Alpine Loop Gran Fondo presented a $1,500 gift to the RMH Foundation on Wednesday to benefit the RMH Hahn Cancer Center.

Tuesday, December 13, 2011

RMH and Rockingham County Methane Gas Project Featured by Chevrolet

The RMH-Rockingham County methane gas partnership is one of six environmental sustainability projects around the nation currently being featured by Chevrolet on its website and in its social media.

Wednesday, November 30, 2011

RMH Hahn Cancer Center Receives Recognition for Cancer Care from Largest Oncology Society in America

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The RMH Hahn Cancer Center has received certification from the Quality Oncology Practice Initiative (QOPI) Certification Program, an affiliate of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO).

Tuesday, November 29, 2011

Webb Elected Secretary/Treasurer of Association for Healthcare Philanthropy

Merv Webb, vice president, RMH Foundation, has been elected to a one-year term as secretary/treasurer of the international Association for Healthcare Philanthropy (AHP).

Tuesday, November 29, 2011

RMH Hospice Celebrates 30 Years of Caring

During National Hospice and Palliative Care Month in November, RMH Hospice celebrates its 30th year of serving the community.

Tuesday, November 29, 2011

RMH to Host 25th Annual Bereaved Parents Memorial Tree Service on Dec. 5

RMH will hold its 25th annual Bereaved Parents Memorial Tree Service 7-9 p.m. on Dec. 5 in the first floor concourse (to the left as you enter the main lobby).

Monday, November 28, 2011

Older Driver Safety Awareness Week starts December 5

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Monday, November 28, 2011

RMH Receives 2011 VHA Leadership Award for Sustainability Excellence

RMH has received a 2011 Leadership Award for Sustainability Excellence from VHA Inc., a national health care network.</span>

Friday, November 18, 2011

RMH Honors 2011 Employee Teamwork All Stars

RMH celebrated its 2011 employee Teamwork All Stars with a reception and awards ceremony Nov. 17.

Wednesday, November 16, 2011

RMH Hospital and Health Campus Recognized by BUILDINGS Magazine

The RMH Hospital and Health Campus has been honored by BUILDINGS magazine as a Project Innovations Grand Prize winner for 2011.

Wednesday, November 16, 2011

Dr. Dale Carroll Honored by VHHA as Outstanding Hospital and Health System Leader

Dale Carroll, MD, RMH senior vice president, clinical effectiveness, and chief medical officer, has received the 2011 Meritorious Service Award from the Virginia Hospital & Healthcare Association (VHHA) for exceptional leadership and significant co

Tuesday, November 15, 2011

RMH to Host Blood Drive Nov. 18

RMH, in conjunction with Virginia Blood Services, will host a public blood drive from 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Nov. 18 in Conference Room 4 on the Lower Level of the hospital.

Friday, November 11, 2011

Irene Sutton Retires after 52 Years of Service at RMH

Staff nurse Irene Sutton, RN, has retired from RMH after serving expectant mothers and their newborn infants for more than 52 years in the Family Birthplace.

Wednesday, October 19, 2011

RMH Food and Nutrition Services Selected as Regional “Account of the Year” by Morrison Healthcare Food Services

Morrison Healthcare Food Services has selected the RMH Food and Nutrition Services department as its “Be a Star Account of the Year” in the mid-Atlantic region.

Tuesday, October 18, 2011

Nationwide Prescription Drug Take Back Day to be Held October 29

Three Local Venues Available For Disposal of Unwanted Medications

Tuesday, October 11, 2011

RMH Hahn Medical Building Achieves LEED Silver Certification

For its environmentally friendly design and construction, the RMH Hahn Medical Building has been awarded Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED®) Silver certification by the nonprofit U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC).

Thursday, October 06, 2011

Events Scheduled in Observance of National Breast Cancer Awareness Month in October

October is designated as National Breast Cancer Awareness Month. To raise breast cancer awareness in the Harrisonburg-Rockingham community and to benefit diagnosis and treatment programs at the RMH Women’s Center, the following events have been scheduled:

Wednesday, October 05, 2011

RMH Announces Plans to Build RMH Funkhouser Women’s Center on New RMH Health Campus

RMH plans to break ground in early 2012 on a new women’s center that will be situated on the hospital’s health campus, hospital officials announced today.

Tuesday, October 04, 2011

RMH Offers Free Depression Screenings During October

In observance of National Depression Education and Awareness Month in October, RMH Behavioral Health is offering free, confidential depression screenings for anyone age 18 or older.

Tuesday, October 04, 2011

Smarter Marriages Weekend Seminar Offered Oct. 28-29

RMH Behavioral Health will offer Smarter Marriages, Helping Relationships Thrive, a weekend seminar for couples, on Oct. 28-29 in conference room 2 at RMH.

Monday, September 26, 2011

2011-2012 Seasonal Flu Shots Now Available at RMH Clinics

The 2011-2012 seasonal influenza (flu) shot is available now at RMH physician practices and health centers.

Thursday, September 08, 2011

Yoder Attends Sixth “Era of Hope” Breast Cancer Research Meeting

RMH Women’s Services Director Teresa Boshart Yoder was one of more than 275 consumer advocates who attended the sixth Era of Hope meeting Aug. 2-5 in Orlando, Fla.

Thursday, September 08, 2011

Dr. Slusher Appointed to Virginia Board of Health

RMH obstetrician and gynecologist M. Catherine Slusher, MD, of Harrisonburg OB/GYN Associates, has been appointed by Virginia Governor Bob McDonnell to serve a three-year term on the Virginia State Board of Health.

Monday, August 29, 2011

RMH Foundation Receives $1.5 Million Gift from Edward B. Yancey Estate

The RMH Foundation has received a gift of $1,575,651 from the estate of Edward B. Yancey, a Harrisonburg native who became an executive with the Du Pont Company.

Friday, August 26, 2011

RMH Breast Health Navigators Earn National Certification

RMH Breast Health Navigators Libbi Fitzgerald, RN, and Deanna Lam, RN, have received the designation of Certified Breast Patient Navigator from the National Consortium of Breast Centers (NCBC).

Friday, August 26, 2011

Healthy Community Council Summit Set for Sept. 13

Come have a voice in building a vibrant community!

Wednesday, August 24, 2011

RMH Successfully Completes 100th Cardiac Ablation Case

Electrophysiologist Robert VerNooy, MD, and the electrophysiology team at the RMH Heart and Vascular Center successfully completed their 100th cardiac ablation procedure to correct abnormal heart rhythms on Aug. 10.

Wednesday, August 17, 2011

RMH to Host Two-Day ‘Celebrate Summer’ Blood Drive Aug. 18-19

RMH, in conjunction with Virginia Blood Services, will host a public blood drive Aug. 18, 3-8 p.m., and Aug. 19, 11 a.m.-4 p.m., in Conference Rooms 2-3 on the Lower Level of the hospital.

Tuesday, August 09, 2011

RMH Women’s Center to Host Women’s Weekend Away Sept. 9-11

The RMH Women’s Center will host its annual Women’s Weekend Away retreat Sept. 9-11 at Horizons Retreat and Conference Center, just five miles north of Harrisonburg.

Friday, August 05, 2011

RMH Respiratory Care Earns National Quality Recognition

RMH has earned Quality Respiratory Care Recognition (QRCR) under a national program aimed at helping patients and their families make informed decisions about the quality of the respiratory care services available in U.S. hospitals.

Thursday, August 04, 2011

Casual Friday Boutique to Hold Fashion Show Luncheon to Benefit Breast Cancer Patients

Casual Friday Boutique of Harrisonburg will host a fashion show, luncheon and silent auction to benefit breast cancer patients Sept 18, 1-3:30 p.m., at the Spotswood Country Club.

Wednesday, August 03, 2011

Traffic Pattern and Entrance to RMH Wellness Center to Change Beginning Thursday, Aug. 4

Due to the Stone Spring Road construction, the RMH Wellness Center entrance will be changing.

Monday, July 18, 2011

RMH Community Health Receives $5,000 Family and Children’s Trust Fund (FACT) Grant

The RMH Community Health Family Partnership has received a $5,000 grant from the Family and Children’s Trust Fund (FACT) to provide free home visits to new moms and their infants with high needs and to provide a support program for all new mothers.

Tuesday, July 05, 2011

Springbrook Family Medicine Joins RMH Medical Group

Springbrook Family Medicine of Broadway has joined the RMH Medical Group.

Thursday, June 30, 2011

RMH Employees Contribute More than $95,000 in Annual Employee Gifts Campaign

RMH employees have donated more than $95,000 in the 2011 Employee Gifts Campaign, smashing the campaign goal of $80,000.

Friday, June 24, 2011

Dr. Kini Named a Fellow in Hospital Medicine

RMH hospitalist Ganesh D. Kini, MD, PhD, has been named a Fellow in Hospital Medicine (FHM) by the Society of Hospital Medicine (SHM).

Thursday, June 09, 2011

RMH Offers Tips for Preventing Heat Stroke

As temperatures rise to dangerous heights, RMH reminds community residents to protect themselves against heat stroke, a life-threatening emergency, and to seek help from local resources that are available for the elderly and at risk.

Tuesday, May 31, 2011

Tobacco Prevention Program Aimed at Youth Receives American Hospital Association (AHA) Recognition

“Toward No Tobacco” Targets Local 7th Grade Students

Thursday, May 26, 2011

RMH Healthcare and Sentara Celebrate Merger with Ceremonial Signing

RMH and Sentara officials celebrated the finalization of their recent merger with a ceremonial signing and reception for staff and guests as well as a presentation of donations to two local community health agencies.

Wednesday, May 25, 2011

Clinical Psychologist Joins RMH Behavioral Health

Clinical psychologist Philip Wickline, PhD, has joined the staff of RMH Behavioral Health.

Wednesday, May 18, 2011

RMH Blood Donor Center Relocating to 182 Neff Ave.

Virginia Blood Services Harrisonburg-Rockingham Donor Center Opens at New Location May 23.

Tuesday, May 17, 2011

RMH Marketing, Corporate Communications Departments Garner Statewide Awards

The RMH Market Development and Corporate Communications departments have won 15 awards in the annual Measure of Excellence competition sponsored by the Virginia Society for Healthcare Marketing and Public Relations.

Tuesday, May 17, 2011

RMH Hosting Blood Drive May 20

RMH, in conjunction with Virginia Blood Services, will host a public blood drive May 20 from 11 a.m.-4 p.m. in Conference Rooms 2-3 on the Lower Level of the hospital.

Monday, May 16, 2011

JMU Alpha Phi Chapter Donates More Than $13,500 to RMH Heart Check

The Alpha Phi Sorority of James Madison University has raised $13,575 to provide free heart health screenings through the RMH Heart Check program.

Tuesday, May 10, 2011

Aging Gracefully Conference May 17 Will Feature Health Screenings and Presentations on Medical Topics

RMH Senior Advantage will hold its 4th annual “Aging Gracefully” conference, promoting healthy living for those 55 and up, from 8 a.m.-noon May 17 at the Harrisonburg First Church of the Nazarene, 1871 Boyers Road.

Tuesday, May 10, 2011

RMH Receives AirCare 5 Award for Providing Life-Saving Heart Care

RMH has received the Best EMS Case of the Year Award from AirCare 5 Medevac for the hospital’s contributions in providing life-saving care in February to a heart attack patient.

Monday, May 02, 2011

RMH Volunteer Auxiliary to Host “A Stroll Through the Century” May 6 as Part of 100th Anniversary Celebration

The RMH Volunteer Auxiliary will host “A Stroll Through the Century,” an event to celebrate its 100th anniversary, at 3 p.m. May 6 in the Mountain View Café, located on the Lower Level of the hospital.

Friday, April 29, 2011

May is National Stroke Awareness Month: Know the Signs

About every 40 seconds, someone in the United States has a stroke. In fact, stroke is the third leading cause of death in the United States—right after heart disease and cancer.

Wednesday, April 27, 2011

RMH Hosts “Healthy Woman” Workshop May 7

RMH invites women to take part in the first “Healthy Woman” workshop, featuring talks with medical experts on women’s health topics, along with yoga, refreshments and a fashion show, from 9 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Saturday, May 7.

Tuesday, April 26, 2011

RMH Hospice to Host Second Annual “Butterfly Picnic” in Remembrance of Loved Ones

RMH Hospice will hold its second annual “Butterfly Picnic,” with reflection, music and a butterfly release in honor of lost loved ones, 12:30-3 p.m. April 30 at the JMU Edith Carrier Arboretum.

Friday, April 22, 2011

RMH Cardiothoracic Surgery Program Celebrates Third Anniversary with Patient Reception

The RMH Heart and Vascular Center celebrated three years since the launch of its cardiothoracic surgery program with a reception for patients and their families April 16.

Thursday, April 21, 2011

RMH-Sentara Merger Finalized

RMH officials announced today that the RMH Healthcare merger with Sentara Healthcare is finalized and the official closing date for the transaction is expected to be around May 1.

Tuesday, April 19, 2011

Nationwide Prescription Drug Take Back Day is April 30

The U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) and its community partners will hold the second nationwide prescription drug take back day from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. April 30, operating collection sites throughout the nation where unused, unneeded or expired presc

Monday, April 18, 2011

Dr. K. Ellissa Tiller Receives RMH 2011 Golden Stethoscope Award

K. Ellissa Tiller, MD, medical director of RMH Hospice and Palliative Care, has been named recipient of the third annual RMH Golden Stethoscope Award.

Wednesday, April 13, 2011

RMH Imaging and Laboratory Services NowAvailable in Timberville

RMH Timberville Imaging Services is now open at 444 New Market Road to provide digital X-ray and lab services to the community.

Wednesday, April 13, 2011

RMH Honors 2011 Safety Champions

RMH has recognized five employees as 2011 Safety Champions for their dedication and commitment to strengthening the culture of patient safety at RMH.

Tuesday, April 12, 2011

Your Decisions Matter: Create a Personal Advance Directive on National Healthcare Decisions Day, April 16

In observance of National Healthcare Decisions Day, RMH encourages all adults to create an advance directive, a statement expressing your healthcare choices should you become unable to state your wishes regarding treatment.

Wednesday, April 06, 2011

VHA Recognizes RMH as a Leading Practice in Preventing Central Line-Associated Bloodstream Infections

VHA, a nationwide cooperative of community hospitals, has recognized RMH Healthcare as a leader in preventing central line-associated bloodstream infections and has highlighted RMH’s clinical practices on its website as a Leading Practice Blueprint.

Monday, April 04, 2011

RMH Family Birthplace Fair is April 10

RMH will host its first RMH Family Birthplace Fair in its new location at 2010 Health Campus Drive from 1-4 p.m. April 10.

Monday, April 04, 2011

RMH Community Health Invites Families to Free Concert April 9

RMH Community Health is partnering with local organizations to offer a free concert by singer and songwriter John Farrell at 11 a.m. April 9 in the Eastern Mennonite High School Auditorium.

Monday, April 04, 2011

Dominos Pizza “Delivers” Gesture of Support and Kindness to Women Undergoing Treatment for Breast Cancer

Dominos Pizza in Bridgewater has teamed up with RMH Women’s Services to provide free meal coupons for women undergoing mastectomy and treatment for breast cancer.

Friday, April 01, 2011

April is National Donate Life Month

During National Donate Life Month in April, RMH celebrates the generosity of those who have saved lives by becoming organ, tissue, marrow and blood donors and encourages others to follow their lead.

Monday, March 28, 2011

Volunteers Needed to Plant “Pinwheel Garden” April 2 on Court Square for Awareness of Child Abuse Prevention

In observance of Prevent Child Abuse Month in April, local agencies are looking for volunteers to help plant a pinwheel garden on Court Square in Harrisonburg at 1 p.m. April 2.

Wednesday, March 23, 2011

Free Health Screenings Offered March 26

RMH will offer free health screenings including cholesterol, glucose, skin cancer and blood pressure, along with colon cancer risk assessments.

Tuesday, February 22, 2011

Dr. Kini Elected to Fellowship in the American College of Physicians

RMH inpatient physician Ganesh D. Kini, MD, PhD, has been elected to fellowship in the American College of Physicians (ACP).

Thursday, February 17, 2011

RMH Hosting Blood Drive Feb. 18

RMH, in conjunction with Virginia Blood Services, will host a public blood drive Feb. 18 from 11 a.m.-4 p.m. in Conference Rooms 2-3 on the Lower Level of the hospital.

Monday, February 14, 2011

Documentary on Local Underage Drinking Premieres Feb. 21

It’s a No-Brainer, a documentary about underage alcohol use among local youth, premieres 7 p.m. Feb. 21 at Court Square Theater in Harrisonburg.

Monday, February 14, 2011

RMH Women’s Center Hosts “Girl Talk” Mother-Daughter Retreat

Aimed at mothers and “’tween” daughters, ages 9-12.

Tuesday, February 08, 2011

Willetts Named Director of RMH Orthopedics, Spine and Sports Medicine

Carrie Willetts has been named director of RMH Orthopedics, Spine and Sports Medicine Services, a new comprehensive orthopedics service line.

Tuesday, February 01, 2011

Sentara Tops Modern Healthcare List of Integrated Healthcare Systems for Second Consecutive Year

For the second year in a row, Sentara Healthcare has been ranked as the top most Integrated Healthcare System in the nation according to SDI and Modern Healthcare Magazine.

Friday, January 28, 2011

RMH Plans Special Events for American Heart Month in February

RMH invites the community to participate in events to raise awareness around heart health during American Heart Month in February.

Wednesday, January 26, 2011

RMH Behavioral Health to Hold Open House Feb. 2

New location at 644 University Blvd.

Monday, January 24, 2011

Youth Triathlon Program Starts Feb. 2 at the RMH Wellness Center

Program geared toward beginners, emphasizes athletic development and fun.

Friday, January 21, 2011

Innovative Knee Replacement Procedure is First Telementored Surgery Performed at RMH

Through an innovative blend of computer and telecommunications technology, orthopedic surgeon William Lennen, MD, recently performed the first telementored surgery at RMH.