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Providence Cancer Center earns American College of Radiology reaccreditation
The American College of Radiology (ACR) has once again awarded a three-year term of accreditation to the Providence Cancer Center for its radiation oncology program.
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Providence Alaska names new executive director of Strategy and Business Development
Carissa Silva has been named the new executive director of Strategy and Business Development for the Providence Alaska region.
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Providence Alaska Children’s Hospital names new executive director
Margaret M. Horvath, FACHE, has been named executive director of Providence Alaska Children’s Hospital in Anchorage.
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Providence Alaska to host colorectal cancer awareness event March 26
The Providence Cancer Center is hosting an event to help raise awareness about colorectal cancer 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Tuesday, March 26, in the Providence Health Park.
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Study of new heart-attack medication to begin in Anchorage
Anchorage Fire Department, Providence Alaska Medical Center and Alaska Cardiovascular Research Foundation to collaborate on study of a new medication for treating patients experiencing a heart attack.
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'KIKKAN' — A film chronicling the life of an Olympic champion, cancer survivor, and active mom
KIKKAN, presented by Fischer Skis US, LL Bean, and Providence Alaska, chronicles the life of five-time Olympian Kikkan Randall from childhood through her U.S. Ski Team career and her return to Alaska.
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Caring for the vulnerable with no strings attached
Providence Alaska provided $17,500 to help support the Kodiak Community Health Center’s MAT program, which since 2019 has been offering medical intervention for those struggling with drug addiction.
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Providence Alaska recognized for exemplary environmental stewardship
Practice Greenhealth has recognized Providence Alaska Medical Center and Providence Kodiak Island Medical Center for exemplary environmental stewardship.
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Mammography now available in Seward
The Imaging Department at Providence Seward Medical Center now offers mammography services.
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Seward Homeless Connection helps build a stable community
The Seward Homeless Connection helps people with rent and utility assistance in lean times and provides vouchers for showers, supplies and equipment needed to work.
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Cynthia Libby named president and chief philanthropy officer of Providence Alaska Foundation
Providence Alaska announced today that Cynthia Libby, MBA, CFRE, has been named president and chief philanthropy officer of Providence Alaska Foundation effective Oct. 4.
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Providence Alaska Medical Center earns second Magnet designation for nursing excellence
Providence Alaska Medical Center (PAMC) has achieved designation as a Magnet hospital for the second time, a reflection of consistent nursing professionalism, teamwork and superiority in patient care.
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Providence Alaska Children’s Hospital marks 25 years of providing care to Alaska’s kids
Providence Alaska Children’s Hospital will soon mark 25 years of service to Alaska’s kids and their families as the only hospital in the state built specifically for the treatment of children.
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Providence Cancer Center hosts paintings by Jim Coe
The Providence Cancer Center will host an art show from 10 a.m. to noon on Saturday, Sept. 16, featuring paintings by local artist Jim Coe to raise awareness of colorectal cancer.
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Providence Alaska Foundation President Suzanne Carte-Cocroft to depart Providence Alaska
Suzanne Carte-Cocroft, CFRE, president of Providence Alaska Foundation and chief philanthropy officer, has accepted a role outside of Providence that provides new opportunities to serve.
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Easing the way of refugees starting a new life
The partnership between Providence Alaska and Catholic Social Services helps ease the way of refugees starting a new life in the United States.
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Families bond at Valdez pregnancy care center
Providence Alaska helps support Little Sparrow Pregnancy Care Center in Valdez, which opened in September 2022 to its first batch of expectant parents.
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U.S. News & World Report recognizes Providence Alaska Medical Center among nation’s health care leaders
U.S. News & World Report has recognized Providence Alaska Medical Center as one of the nation’s top health care providers in the U.S. News & World Report 2023-2024 Best Hospitals rankings.
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Providence St. Elias Specialty Hospital earns prestigious medical rehabilitation facility accreditation
CARF International has announced that Providence St. Elias Specialty Hospital has been accredited for a period of three years for its 35-bed inpatient medical rehabilitation facility.
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Primary Care and Pediatric Subspecialties clinics relocate to Providence Health Park
Providence Medical Group Primary Care clinic, along with our Pediatric Subspecialties Clinic, moved to the second floor of the S Tower at Providence Health Park at 3831 Piper St. in Anchorage.
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‘The Walk to Remember,’ honoring those who have experienced pregnancy, infant and child loss, is Aug. 12
The Walk to Remember, honoring pregnancy, infant and child loss, is scheduled for 9 a.m. on Saturday, Aug. 12, at Providence Alaska Medical Center.
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Providing a longer runway for at-risk youth
Covenant House Alaska has helped more than 30,000 youth find a way forward. Providence’s support has helped CHA with one of its most ambitious initiatives yet: Bridge to Success.
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Providence Alaska Medical Center recognized for treatment of heart attack, stroke, diabetes
Providence Alaska Medical Center (PAMC) has received four American Heart Association Get With The Guidelines and Mission: Lifeline achievement awards.
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2nd Annual Pediatric Emergency Medicine Conference scheduled for Aug.10-11
Health care professionals who provide care to pediatric patients are invited to attend the 2nd Annual Pediatric Emergency Medicine Conference 8 a.m.-5 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 10, and Friday, Aug. 11.
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American Cancer Society, Providence Cancer Center partner to improve cancer screening in Alaska
The American Cancer Society has announced a partnership with the Providence Cancer Center to improve colorectal cancer screening rates in Alaska.
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Providence Alaska Medical Center among elite hospitals for heart surgery
Providence Alaska Medical Center’s adult cardiac surgery program recently earned the highest rating possible from The Society of Thoracic Surgeons in three separate cardiac surgical categories.
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Local school district fundraiser supports Providence Alaska Children’s Hospital
An annual Chains of Caring linking ceremony is scheduled for 12:30-1 p.m. Monday, May 1, in the Providence Health Park.
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Anatomy of a SHARC (Supportive Housing and Recuperative Care)
SHARC is an innovative health and housing model for patients who are experiencing homelessness.
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Construction of Providence Alaska House Begins
Providence Alaska House, located in Anchorage, will include 45 units of permanent supportive housing and six recuperative care units.
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Free bicycle helmets available to kids, teens
Free bicycle helmets for children and teenagers are now available at Anchorage Fire Department stations.
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Providence Alaska Foundation names Martin Parsons board member emeritus
Providence Alaska Foundation names Martin Parsons board member emeritus
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Providence ExpressCare available in Anchorage, Eagle River and Wasilla
If you are unable to schedule an appointment with your primary care provider and have a minor illness or injury that can't wait, ExpressCare is a cost-effective alternative.
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Providence Center for Child Development first in Alaska to achieve Level 3 Learn & Grow quality recognition
The Providence Center for Child Development has achieved a Learn & Grow Level 3 quality recognition, the highest level currently available in Alaska.
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Providence names chief administrative officer of Providence Alaska Medical Center
Providence Alaska has named Sarah Skeel as Chief Administrative Officer of Providence Alaska Medical Center, beginning Feb. 12.
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Providence Cancer Center earns national accreditation
The Commission on Cancer, a quality program of the American College of Surgeons, has awarded a three-year accreditation to the cancer program at Providence Alaska Medical Center.
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The Right Time & Right Place to Care for You
Finding the right kind of care – at the right time and place – shouldn’t be difficult. We detail your options so you can easily determine which is best for YOU.
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Providence Alaska partners with local business to reuse surgical wrap
Providence Alaska and Anchorage re:MADE have partnered to repurpose used surgical wrap and help reduce the amount of hospital waste. The material is turned into tote bags and paint drop cloths.
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Providence Alaska offers course on faith community nursing
Join the Alaska Faith Community Resource Center at Providence this January for a course focused on faith community nursing.
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Providence Alaska Medical Center adds two innovative treatment systems that enhance patient care
Providence Alaska Medical Center has added two innovative technologies that will enhance patient care and ensure more Alaskans can receive the care they need close to home.
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Providence asks community to limit visitation during respiratory viral season
Providence Alaska asks that children 12 and under do not visit patients who are hospitalized at this time.
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Providence Alaska Medical Center begins composting program
One of the biggest sources of hospital waste is food waste. To reduce ours, Providence Alaska Medical Center (PAMC) has begun composting the food waste we generate.
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Providence Alaska Medical Center designated an Aetna Institute of Quality for bariatric surgery
Providence Alaska Medical Center (PAMC) has been designated an Aetna Institute of Quality Bariatric Surgery Facility for treating individuals living with morbid, or extreme, obesity.
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Providence Alaska Medical Center honored as top health care provider in Alaska
Providence Alaska Medical Center has once again been recognized as the top health care provider in Alaska in the U.S. News & World Report 2022-2023 Best Hospitals rankings.
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Providence Alaska Medical Center among nation’s best at providing high-quality heart care
Providence Alaska Medical Center has been recognized by the American College of Cardiology and American Heart Association for providing high-quality care for victims of heart disease and stroke.
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‘The Walk to Remember’ scheduled for Saturday, Aug. 13
The 2022 Walk to Remember event will begin at 9:30 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 13, in Parking Structure 2 (PS2) at Providence Alaska Medical Center and continue to University Lake.
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Providence Alaska Children's Hospital provides free immunization clinics for children
Providence Alaska Children's Hospital provides free immunization clinics for children 10 a.m.-1 p.m. on the first Saturday of each month in Providence Alaska Medical Center Suite D-338 (D Tower).
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Providence Alaska appoints new chief executive
Providence Alaska Medical Center Chief Executive Ella Goss, MSN, RN, will serve as chief executive of Providence Alaska, the state’s largest health care provider, beginning Sept. 1.
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Hear Me Now: "It's a special joy to see people thrive."
Listen as managers from Providence and Catholic Social Services’ RAIS program in Alaska reflect on their work to ease the way of refugees who resettle in that state.
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Refugees find warm welcome and fresh start in Alaska
A partnership between Catholic Social Services and Providence provides gainful employment with on-the-job training for displaced people who resettle in Alaska.
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People with disabilities get on-the-job training with Project SEARCH
In Anchorage, Alaska, Providence works with several partners to provide school-to-work training for Project SEARCH clients.
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Providence Alaska Medical Center K9s Roby and Kaskae have received donation of body armor
Providence AK Medical Center K9s Roby and Kaskae have received bullet and stab protective vests thanks to a charitable donation from non-profit organization Vested Interest in K9s, Inc.
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Providence Alaska recognized for superior performance in environmental sustainability
Practice Greenhealth has recognized Providence Alaska Medical Center and Providence Kodiak Island Medical Center for exemplary environmental stewardship.
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Project Echo: Delivering advanced dementia care to rural communities
Primary care providers in Alaska are partnering with dementia experts to increase health equity and access in rural areas.
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Providence Alaska Medical Center K9s Arf and Bruce have received donation of body armor
Providence Alaska Medical Center K9s Arf and Bruce have received bullet and stab protective vests thanks to a charitable donation from non-profit organization Vested Interest in K9s, Inc.
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Providence children’s hospital launches new brand
Alaska’s only children’s hospital is moving to a new brand designed to provide a child-centric visual identity. The hospital became Providence Alaska Children’s Hospital on Saturday, June 25.
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Providence Alaska House
Providence Alaska House is a Permanent Supportive Housing (PSH) project designed to address the needs of elders with significant health conditions who are experiencing homelessness.
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Free immunization clinics for children at The Children's Hospital at Providence
The Children’s Hospital at Providence provides free immunization clinics for children 10 a.m.-1 p.m. on the first Saturday of each month in Providence Alaska Medical Center Suite A351 (A Tower).
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Providence partners to support refugee resettlement in Alaska
Trainees from Catholic Social Service’s Refugee Assistance and Immigration Services program gain skills and experience at Providence Alaska Medical Center.
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Community health workers tap shared experiences to ease new life transitions
The Munyanganizi family is among families receiving support and finding hope due to their partnership with a Providence community health worker.
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Providence Alaska, Dawson Construction break ground on Workforce Housing Project
Providence Alaska and Dawson Construction will officially break ground Thursday, May 12, on a new housing complex designed to provide new caregivers a temporary place to stay.
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Celebrating what it means to be a nurse
Providence nurses Cynthia Clements and Chris Cothran share what keeps them motivated in the ever-changing nursing environment.
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Providence Alaska Medical Center K9s Roby and Kaskae to get donation of body armor
Providence Alaska Medical Center K9s Roby and Kaskae will receive bullet and stab protective vests thanks to a charitable donation from non-profit organization Vested Interest in K9s, Inc.
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Colon Cancer Prevention and Nutrition
Did you know a healthy diet can protect against colon cancer risk? Let’s compare your patterns with the latest nutrition recommendations.
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Providence Alaska Medical Center recognized for high-quality heart care
Providence Alaska Medical Center (PAMC) has been recognized by the American College of Cardiology and American Heart Association for providing high-quality heart care.
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Providence Alaska opens new Midtown primary care, urgent care clinics
o better serve the Anchorage community’s health care needs, Providence Medical Group (PMG) is opening a new primary care clinic in Midtown Anchorage.
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Providence Alaska Laboratory Consumer Convenience Testing Program
The Providence Alaska Medical Center Laboratory’s new Consumer Convenience Testing Program provides testing at an affordable rate and without a physician’s order.
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Providence Alaska brings ExpressCare to Wasilla
Providence Alaska recently opened its newest ExpressCare clinic in Wasilla, bringing care that’s where and when you need it to the Mat-Su Valley.
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Alaska Literacy Program to receive grant as part of Providence Community Capacity Initiative
The St. Joseph Community Partnership Fund (SJCPF) and Providence Alaska are awarding a grant to the Alaska Literacy Program as part of the Fund’s new Providence Community Capacity Initiative.
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Providence Alaska names first Diversity Equity & Inclusion Officer
Providence Alaska has hired Kenneth D. McCoy Jr. as its first region Chief Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) Officer beginning Feb. 14, 2022.
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Providence provides support to Kodiak community organizations
Providence Alaska’s Executive Leadership Team and Providence Kodiak Island Medical Center’s Community Advisory Board have awarded $200,000 in grants to six local organizations.
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Kelly Mahay: Helping nurses start their acute care careers
Kelly Mahay remembers when she wanted to become a nurse. Fresh out of college and armed with a health sciences degree with a focus on rural public health, Mahay traveled to Honduras.
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Andreia Paulozzi Candido: Keeping close to the patient and the nurse
For Andreia Candido, MSN, APRN, AGCNS-BC, health care definitely runs in the family.
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Providence Alaska Medical Center named best hospital in Alaska
Providence Alaska Medical Center (PAMC) has been recognized as the Best Hospital in Alaska for 2021-22 by U.S. News & World Report.
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Gaylee Newbold: Finding enlightenment, moment by moment
Becoming a new parent can be life changing. Ask Gaylee Newbold, RN at Providence Alaska Medical Center’s Mother Baby Unit and she’ll tell you.
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Providence Health Talk with Dr. Mark Moyad scheduled for Nov. 8
Get the latest information on healthy living & dietary supplements at our free presentation by Mark Moyad, M.D. on Tuesday, Nov. 8.
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Marlyce Cozart: What makes her heart happy
For nurse Marlyce Cozart, RN, checking in with residents at Providence Chiniak Bay Elder House on Kodiak Island is like visiting favorite family members.
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COVID-19 Surgery Requirements
COVID-19 testing is required for all surgery patients within two days (48 hours) prior to surgery, even if you've been vaccinated against COVID-19
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Providence Telehealth wins Alaska Healthcare Champion Award
Providence Telehealth was recognized in an award to St. Elias Hospital in Anchorage Alaska. St. Elias won an innovation award for their TeleICU and TeleHospitalist programs.
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Ruben Medrano: Wearing a calming presence as a badge of honor
Eleven years ago, everything clicked for Providence Alaska Medical Center nurse Ruben Medrano, BSN, RN. A nursing school instructor introduced him to one of his nurse superpowers.
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Providence Alaska Medical Center recognized for environmental sustainability
Practice Greenhealth, the nation’s leading organization dedicated to environmental sustainability in health care, has awarded Providence Alaska Medical Center the Environmental Excellence Award.
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Celebrating Our Nurses: WHO Year of the Nurse & Midwife
The World Health Organization extended the Year of the Nurse and Midwife through 2021. Here in the Providence Alaska Region, we’re celebrating our nurses through a series of stories.
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Sam Brownlee: Part of a 63-year family tradition of patient care
You could say health care is a family affair. For nurse Sam Brownlee, BSN, RN, his chosen career is part of a collective 63-plus-year family tradition of caring for patients in Alaska.
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Providence Kodiak Island Medical Center to no longer provide routine outpatient laboratory services on weekends
The Providence Kodiak Island Medical Center (PKIMC) laboratory will no longer be performing outpatient blood collection and testing on weekends.
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Providence's mission of compassion extends far beyond the hospital walls
Providence provided $77M in 2020 to help build healthy communities in Alaska. Learn more.
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Karin Shacklett: 15 minutes that absolutely matter
At most, Anchorage operating room nurse Karin Shacklett, BSN, RN has only 15 minutes to personally connect with each patient who comes under her care at Providence Alaska Medical Center.
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Audra McCann: ‘Where I want to be’
At Anchorage’s St. Elias Specialty Hospital, Audra McCann, RN, BSN, is that often-unseen nurse on the other side of the computer screen.
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Providence Kodiak Island collaborates with Alaska Radiology Associates to provide imaging services to island
Providence Kodiak Island Medical Center (PKIMC) will collaborate with Alaska Radiology Associates (ARA) to provide full-spectrum imaging services to Kodiak.
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Providence Alaska Medical Center named Blue Distinction Center for cardiac care
Premera Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alaska recognized Cardiovascular Services at Providence Alaska Medical Center (PAMC) for demonstrating expertise in delivering quality specialty care.
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Providence Alaska Medical Center honored as top health care provider in Alaska
Providence Alaska Medical Center has once again been recognized as the top health care provider in Alaska in the U.S. News & World Report 2020-21 Best Hospitals honor roll and specialty rankings.
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Your support team: Why asking for help can be the bravest and smartest thing you can do
There is an undeniable part of human nature that makes us feel like we must tackle big challenges by ourselves. Why are we often hesitant to reach out for help when we are struggling the most?
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Tools to manage mental and physical fatigue
How to take the same tactics we use for exercise and physical training and apply them to our own mindset
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Providence Alaska Medical Center Visitation Guidelines
To ensure our patients have a quiet environment for healing, patient visiting hours are 8 a.m.-9 p.m. each day. Visiting hours are 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
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March 10 update: People age 16+ now eligible for COVID-19 vaccine
Last week the Alaska Department of Health & Social Services (DHSS) announced the next tier of Alaskans who are eligible for the COVID-19 vaccine.
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Providence Family Medicine Center recognized for high-quality care
Providence Family Medicine Center has received the Distinction in Behavioral Health Integration from the National Committee for Quality Assurance.
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Environmental Stewardship: WE ACT to Reduce Waste
Providence seeks to reduce waste-related emissions by 20% by 2030. Learn more.
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Providence Alaska fundraising campaign aims to help local food banks
Providence Health & Services Alaska (PH&SA) caregivers are taking part in a fundraising campaign to help local food banks.
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Providence Alaska Medical Center honored as top health care provider in Alaska
Providence Alaska Medical Center has once again been recognized as the top health care provider in Alaska in the U.S. News & World Report 2020-21 Best Hospitals and Healthgrades quality ratings.
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Soup recipes from the Sisters of Providence for Table of the King event
The Sisters of Providence make soup for the annual celebration called Table of the King. Learn more.
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Visitation policy seeks to balance compassion and safety for patients, clinicians
We understand and empathize with families unable to be with loved ones. However, we must place the safety of our patients and caregivers first when the risks are so great during this unusual time.
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Alaska Track awarded with 2020 Outstanding Teaching Award
The University of Washington Pediatric Residency Alaska Track, of which Providence is the principle coordinating site, has been recognized with the 2020 Outstanding Teaching Award.
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