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Cervical Cancer Screening Explained

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|Date: November 15, 2023
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Cervical Cancer Screening Explained

Pap tests, HPV vaccine, Colposcopies and more Cervical cancer screening is part of regular preventive car ...

Pap tests, HPV vaccine, Colposcopies and more Cervical cancer screening is part of regular preventive care for women and people with a cervix. In this DocTalk video, Jennifer Burzawa, MD, a gynecologi ...

November 15, 2023
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Congratulations to Valley Physicians Recognized as Seattle Met Magazine’s “Top Docs” in 2023

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|Date: September 12, 2023
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Congratulations to Valley Physicians Recognized as Seattle Met Magazine’s “Top Docs” in 2023

Seattle Met Magazine’s list of top doctors for 2023 is out and includes physicians, physician assistants, ...

Seattle Met Magazine’s list of top doctors for 2023 is out and includes physicians, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners on Valley’s medical staff. This is one of two local “top doctor” lists ...

September 12, 2023
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How Serious is the Battle of a Bulging Hernia?

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|Date: January 16, 2023
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How Serious is the Battle of a Bulging Hernia?

Content derived from DocTalk with Wayne Lau, MD - General Surgery. See video below. 0:13 | What is a ...

Content derived from DocTalk with Wayne Lau, MD - General Surgery. See video below. 0:13 | What is a hernia?A hernia is a flaw or weakness in the wall of the abdomen or the groin. Those are the m ...

January 16, 2023
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Webinar: Hernia Surgery Demonstration Using da Vinci Robot with Surgeon Heather Wheeler, MD, FACS

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|Date: January 27, 2020
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Webinar: Hernia Surgery Demonstration Using da Vinci Robot with Surgeon Heather Wheeler, MD, FACS

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7UMOBMB8en4 Learn about the daVinci Robot and how it is used in hernia su ...

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7UMOBMB8en4 Learn about the daVinci Robot and how it is used in hernia surgeries in this video recorded from a Facebook Live demonstration with surgeon Heather Wheeler, ...

January 27, 2020
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Mission: Possible – 1,000 Patients in 20 Days as Valley Surgeons and Surgical Staff Journey to Nepal on a Medical Mission

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|Date: February 09, 2018
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Mission: Possible – 1,000 Patients in 20 Days as Valley Surgeons and Surgical Staff Journey to Nepal on a Medical Mission

In November 2017, a group of Valley Medical Center surgeons and surgery staff took part in a surgical mis ...

In November 2017, a group of Valley Medical Center surgeons and surgery staff took part in a surgical mission to Nepal as part of the Aloha Medical Missions program. In conjunction with dentists, gyne ...

February 09, 2018
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From Nurse to Patient to Everest–the Climb to a Life Changing Hip Replacement Surgery

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|Date: September 12, 2017
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From Nurse to Patient to Everest–the Climb to a Life Changing Hip Replacement Surgery

Trevor Lanz is easily described as a busy guy. Between his job as an Assistant Nurse Manager at Valley Me ...

Trevor Lanz is easily described as a busy guy. Between his job as an Assistant Nurse Manager at Valley Medical Center, frequently volunteering his time to represent the hospital at community events, a ...

September 12, 2017
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Pre-Operative Seminar for Joint Replacement Patients

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|Date: January 19, 2017
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Pre-Operative Seminar for Joint Replacement Patients

Valley Medical Center's Joint Center is led by nationally-recognized surgeons in procedures and implant d ...

Valley Medical Center's Joint Center is led by nationally-recognized surgeons in procedures and implant design and research, along with a team of specialized joint replacement nurses and therapists. I ...

January 19, 2017
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Visiting Orthopedic Surgeons Learning About Total Hip and Knee Replacement Surgery

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|Date: November 01, 2016
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Visiting Orthopedic Surgeons Learning About Total Hip and Knee Replacement Surgery

We have had 10 groups of visiting surgeons come to Valley Medical Center to observe hip and knee replacem ...

We have had 10 groups of visiting surgeons come to Valley Medical Center to observe hip and knee replacement surgery. We have had several local Seattle surgeons, others from around the greater Washing ...

November 01, 2016
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#TopDocTuesday – Meet Colon and Rectal Surgeon Dr. Phillip Dean

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|Date: October 25, 2016
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#TopDocTuesday – Meet Colon and Rectal Surgeon Dr. Phillip Dean

“I feel honored and humbled by the opportunity to help patients at their time of need,” says Colon and Re ...

“I feel honored and humbled by the opportunity to help patients at their time of need,” says Colon and Rectal Surgeon Dr. Phillip Dean. “I believe it was Euripides that said physicians are merely stag ...

October 25, 2016
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Risk Factors Associated with Obesity in Joint Replacement Surgery

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|Date: September 22, 2016
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Risk Factors Associated with Obesity in Joint Replacement Surgery

In an article published by Dr. Fournier, MD, et al, in the August issue of the Journal of Arthroplasty, t ...

In an article published by Dr. Fournier, MD, et al, in the August issue of the Journal of Arthroplasty, the effects of obesity on joint replacement were reviewed. The authors noted that the Center for ...

September 22, 2016
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This Summer, Make Health a Family Focus

Cool Tips for Hot Temps – Advice from Valley Providers & Staff for Staying Safe and Comfortable in the Summer Heat

In Search of a Local Adventure? Area Parks Offer Great Places to Explore, Move More & Have Fun

Valley Breast Center Team Once Again Accredited in Mammography by the American College of Radiology

The Breast Center at Valley Medical Center—Celebrating 20 Years of Caring for Our Community Like Family

Physical Therapy Improves Quality of Life During All Phases of the Breast Cancer Journey

Valley’s Win in Local Cord Blood Donation Competition Helps Increase Community Supply, Saves More Lives

The Fight for Equity in the World of Breastfeeding/Chestfeeding

The Selflessness, Patience, and Endurance of Breastfeeding

The Ultimate Guide for Spook-tacular Good Time

Helping Your Child Through Common Fears + Resources for Talking about School Shootings or Other Tragic Events in the News

As More Children and Teens Struggle with Emotional Stressors, Adults Need to Watch for Serious Signs and Know How to Respond

Holidays Around the World

Valley Teams Take Part in Mass Casualty Drills For Earthquake Preparedness Month

Honoring Native American Heritage Month: Resources and Events

Cervical Cancer Screening Explained

Cervical Cancer Screening Explained

Congratulations to Valley Physicians Recognized as Seattle Met Magazine’s “Top Docs” in 2023

Congratulations to Valley Physicians Recognized as Seattle Met Magazine’s “Top Docs” in 2023

How Serious is the Battle of a Bulging Hernia?

How Serious is the Battle of a Bulging Hernia?

Webinar: Hernia Surgery Demonstration Using da Vinci Robot with Surgeon Heather Wheeler, MD, FACS

Webinar: Hernia Surgery Demonstration Using da Vinci Robot with Surgeon Heather Wheeler, MD, FACS

Mission: Possible – 1,000 Patients in 20 Days as Valley Surgeons and Surgical Staff Journey to Nepal on a Medical Mission

Mission: Possible – 1,000 Patients in 20 Days as Valley Surgeons and Surgical Staff Journey to Nepal on a Medical Mission

From Nurse to Patient to Everest–the Climb to a Life Changing Hip Replacement Surgery

From Nurse to Patient to Everest–the Climb to a Life Changing Hip Replacement Surgery

Pre-Operative Seminar for Joint Replacement Patients

Pre-Operative Seminar for Joint Replacement Patients

Visiting Orthopedic Surgeons Learning About Total Hip and Knee Replacement Surgery

Visiting Orthopedic Surgeons Learning About Total Hip and Knee Replacement Surgery

#TopDocTuesday – Meet Colon and Rectal Surgeon Dr. Phillip Dean

#TopDocTuesday – Meet Colon and Rectal Surgeon Dr. Phillip Dean

Risk Factors Associated with Obesity in Joint Replacement Surgery

Risk Factors Associated with Obesity in Joint Replacement Surgery