Caulkins accepts position as medical director of wound healing at Augusta Health
David W. Caulkins, M.D., a general surgeon who has been in private practice in the area since 1985, has joined the Augusta Health’s Wound Healing Clinic as its Medical Director. In his new position, Dr. Caulkins will provide a unique service and comprehensive treatment regimen for non-healing chronic wounds.
The Wound Healing Clinic is located on the second floor of the Cancer Center on the Augusta Health campus. The clinic phone number is 540.245.7230. Continue reading “Caulkins accepts position as medical director of wound healing at Augusta Health” »
Heart health fair at Augusta Health
Augusta Health will celebrate Heart Month with an interactive event, Your Numbers, on Wednesday, Feb. 15.
This heart health fair will feature many screenings — blood pressures, BMI, glucose, cholesterol, pulse oximeter, neck circumference, cardiac score, carotid screens and stroke risk assessments.
A community CPR class will also be conducted.
The event will be held in the Augusta Health atrium lobby from 3-6 p.m.
The CPR class starts at 4 p.m.
Augusta Health nurses earn nursing pins
Throughout 2011, 224 nurses at Augusta Health earned Nursing Logo pins for completion of education in four key areas: Compassion, Knowledge, Teamwork and Excellence. Requirements for completing the entire series included attendance at professional development days, in-services and the Nursing Excellence Summit. Continue reading “Augusta Health nurses earn nursing pins” »
Community Foundation announces creation of Governor’s School fund
The Community Foundation along with the Shenandoah Valley Governor’s School, is thrilled to announce the creation of the SVGS Director’s Fund in honor of Linda N. Cauley, the first director of the school who retired last year.
Shenandoah Valley Governor’s School has numerous alumni, students, parents and patrons who have expressed an interest in contributing financially to the current and future needs and general welfare of the school. As a result, SVGS seniors, Grant Sauer, Molly Huss and Trevor Fisher established this fund to show their appreciation of SVGS, its staff and the many opportunities offered to them and other students in Staunton, Waynesboro and Augusta County. Continue reading “Community Foundation announces creation of Governor’s School fund” »
Western Virginia Sport Show features country legend
Country superstar Aaron Tippin will take a break from his Roots and Boots Tour with Sammy Kershaw and Joe Diffie to appear at the Western Virginia Sport Show in Fishersville next month.
“I’m excited about it. Nobody likes being around the outdoors quite like I do,” said Tippin, who will sign autographs for fans on Saturday, Feb. 25.
The Western Virginia Sport Show is a three-day event running from Feb. 24-26. In addition to Tippin, special guests include Harold Knight, the co-founder of Knight & Hale Game Calls, and former Atlanta Braves catcher Charlie O’Brien, now the star of “Deer T.H.U.G.S.,” an outdoors-themed TV series.
Tippin looks forward to meeting and greeting fans and also checking out what the Western Virginia Sport Show, now in its 25th year, has to offer outdoors enthusiasts like himself.
“Believe me, I’m going to make sure I have some time to walk around and check stuff out,” said Tippin, who had a successful hunting season this year, bagging a buck and also seeing his young sons get their first ducks and geese.
More information on the Western Virginia Sport Show is available online at www.WesternVaSportShow.com.
Local lab receives accreditation
The Fishersville-based Blue Ridge Pathologists PC Main Laboratory has been awarded accreditation by the Accreditation Committee of the College of American Pathologists, based on the results of a recent onsite inspection.
The laboratory’s director, Charles R. Robinson, MD, was advised of this national recognition and congratulated for the excellence of the services being provided. Blue Ridge Pathologists PC Main Laboratory is one of more than 7000 CAP-accredited laboratories worldwide.
The CAP Laboratory Accreditation Program, begun in the early 1960s, is recognized by the federal government as being equal to or more stringent than the government’s own inspection program. Continue reading “Local lab receives accreditation” »
Augusta Health employees earn certifications
During the fourth quarter, 2011, 20 Augusta Health employees earned national certifications in their areas of expertise. These certifications require demonstration of extensive knowledge in a subject area, usually by examination.
“I am very proud of the employees who earn their national certifications. We encourage national certifications because the high level of knowledge and professional skill required by certification translates to improved quality and service to our patients and community. We also appreciate each employee’s commitment—these certifications are not easy to earn. They represent a significant investment of personal time and a desire for excellence,” says Mary N. Mannix, FACHE and CEO of Augusta Health. Continue reading “Augusta Health employees earn certifications” »
Lifetime Fitness named facility of year by MFA
Augusta Health Lifetime Fitness has been named MFA Certified Facility of the Year 2011 by the Medical Fitness Association. The award was presented during the MFA annual conference in Orlando, Fla. In 2011, Lifetime Fitness became the first facility in the nation to score a perfect 100 during the certification process.
The award recognizes the best in medical fitness centers in promoting community health and wellness. As a medical fitness facility, Lifetime Fitness offers a highly qualified and credentialed staff—including physicians, therapists, certified personal trainers and exercise physiologists—who work with members to promote wellness and prevent or treat chronic diseases like high blood pressure, diabetes and high cholesterol. Continue reading “Lifetime Fitness named facility of year by MFA” »
Augusta Health Sleep Center receives national accreditation
Augusta Health Sleep Center recently received program accreditation from the American Academy of Sleep Medicine. The Sleep Center, located on the Augusta Health campus, is directed by Evan Wenger, M.D. To receive its five-year accreditation, Augusta Health’s Sleep Center met or exceeded all standards for professional healthcare as designated by the AASM.
“Sleep disorders can significantly impact health and the quality of life. We have a dedicated medical team that is committed to providing quality sleep medicine care to our community, and we appreciate being recognized for those efforts,” said Dr. Wenger.
The accreditation process involved detailed inspection of the Sleep Center’s facility and staff, including an evaluation of testing procedures, patient contacts and physician training. Additionally, the Sleep Center was required to have clearly stated goals and plans for positively affecting the quality of medical care in its community. Continue reading “Augusta Health Sleep Center receives national accreditation” »
Augusta Health places online ad with AugustaFreePress.com
Augusta Health has become an online partner of AugustaFreePress.com, agreeing to a one-year contract for an ad on the news website promoting the Fishersville-based medical-services organization.
Augusta Health is an independent, nonprofit community hospital with a mission to promote the health and well-being of our community through access to excellent care. In 2011, Augusta Health is the only hospital in Virginia to be recognized as a 100 Top Hospital by Thomson Reuters, receive both the Distinguished Hospital for Clinical Excellence and Patient Safety Awards from HealthGrades, and be named a finalist for the Foster G. McGaw Prize from the American Hospital Association for community service.
For more information about Augusta Health, its programs or its services, go online to www.AugustaHealth.com.
AugustaFreePress.com is an independent news organization providing coverage of local, state, national and international issues with a Greater Augusta-area focus. The website draws more than 100,000 unique visitors and 1 million page views monthly. The parent company of AugustaFreePress.com, Augusta Free Press LLC, provides clients with marketing and PR solutions including web design, magazine/brochure, TV/radio, social media and overall marketing campaign design and implementation.
For more information on advertising, marketing and web solutions from Augusta Free Press, contact Crystal Graham at freepress@ntelos.net.
Augusta County Fair to host New Year’s Eve event
The Augusta County Fair Board is hosting its second annual New Year’s Eve Silent Auction/Dinner and Dance Fundraiser on Saturday, Dec. 31, at Augusta Expoland in Fishersville.
Featuring City Limits as the Band, Simple Elegance Catering and a Silent Auction with more than 150 items.
Doors open at 6:30 p.m
Dinner 7-8:30 p.m. provided by Simple Elegance Catering.
Silent Auction 6:30 – 8:30. (credit/debit cards accepted).
Dance 9 p.m.-1 a.m.
BYOB
Ice will be provided. Other drinks $1
Cost: $40 per person. $35 per person if you purchase 10 or more tickets at a time. (does include dinner and dance).
The dinner includes: Salad with basic fixings and 3 dressing choices (set up salad bar style). You will get a choice of meats: Lemon-Pepper Chicken OR Blueberry-Chipotle Pork Tenderloin, Rosemary-Buttered Potatoes, Green Beans and Carrot or Fuzzy Navel Cake. Drinks included will be coffee and tea.
You can purchase tickets online at www.augustacountyfairva.com/new-years-eve-dance or at the Fair office located at the Government Center in Verona or at Augusta ExpoLand in Fishersville. If you have any questions, please contact the Augusta County Fair Office at 540.245.5627 or by email at acfair@ntelos.net. Also check us out on Facebook.
Chamber seeks input on name for new event
The Greater Augusta Regional Chamber of Commerce is introducing a new international-themed festival to be held at the Frontier Culture Museum in Staunton Sept. 21-23, 2012. From the historical homes of England, Germany, Ireland, West Africa to America, the entire museum will come alive with demonstrations and tastings of food, beverages, art and entertainment as the public becomes a part of history.
Since the organizers of the Fortune/Williams Music Festival made the decision that 2011 would be their last festival, the Chamber will now be taking over their dates and plans on continuing with the same format of Songwriters in the Round event on Friday and another concert on Saturday evening.
“We want this Festival to be your community festival and would like suggestions as to what it we should name it,” Chamber president Linda Hershey said.
Suggested names that have already been submitted are:
- Frontier Roots Festival
- Cultural Fest
- Living Nations Festival
- Celebrate! a Cultural Festival
- Wine, Stein & Dine Festival
- Toasting the Past Festival
- Toasts, Tastes, & Traditions Fest
Email president@augustava.com with your choice from the above, or submit an entirely different name to consider prior to Dec. 5, 2011.
