Inova Alexandria Hospital

05/05/2026

A new national study led by Inova cardiologist Dr. Wayne Batchelor, Schar Chair, Inova Schar Heart and Vascular, shows that AI-powered alerts in electronic health records can help doctors identify and treat serious heart valve disease sooner. 🩺

Published in the JACC Journals, the study highlights how real-time alerts can improve timely care for serious conditions like aortic stenosis and mitral regurgitation.

👉 Learn more: https://bit.ly/4sZ6IXF

A major new national study led by Inova cardiologist Wayne Batchelor, MD, MHS, MBA, shows that artificial intelligence (AI) can help doctors find and treat serious heart valve disease sooner – especially for patients who are frequently undertreated, des...

05/04/2026

For , meet Taylor D., MSN, RN, RNC-MNN, IBCLC, NE-BC, Postpartum and Lactation Clinical Director at Inova Alexandria Hospital. 💙

In her 20 years with Inova, Taylor has worked alongside incredible nursing leaders who encouraged her to step outside her comfort zone and helped shape her growth as a leader.

Always learning and growing, Taylor invests in professional development through nursing certifications to provide the highest level of support for both patients and the team.

05/04/2026

💙 We're turning up the volume to celebrate our incredible nurses for Nurses Week! Our nurses bring compassion, excellence and heart to each person in every community we have the privilege to serve. From comforting words to critical, lifesaving care, their impact is immeasurable.

Thank you for all you do – today and every day. 👩‍⚕️👨‍⚕️

04/30/2026

Our heart specialists at Inova Schar Heart and Vascular are among the first in the nation to use a breakthrough technology in partnership with Inova’s Women’s Cardiovascular Health Program.

This advanced technology helps identify coronary microvascular disease – a hard-to-diagnose condition affecting the heart’s tiniest blood vessels and most commonly found in women. ❤️

By providing a clearer, more complete picture of blood flow throughout the heart, it helps our doctors better understand what’s causing symptoms and guide more personalized care.

Learn more: https://bit.ly/4cTAcjA

Inova Schar Heart and Vascular is bringing a powerful new tool to patients who have heart symptoms that are often hard to explain – and even harder to diagnose. In partnership with Inova's Women's Cardiovascular Health Program, our interventional cardio...

04/27/2026

Inova Mount Vernon Hospital and Inova Alexandria Hospital have completed their first robotic-assisted total knee replacements using a new implant option for patients with metal sensitivity! 🏥

Led by Drs. Timothy Costales and Max Lingamfelter, this advanced technology combines a specialized implant with robotic technology to support more personalized care for patients. 🦵

✨ Congratulations to the team on this milestone! Learn more: Inova.org/jr

04/24/2026

Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the U.S., affecting people across all communities — but Hispanic individuals often develop it at younger ages and in some communities face barriers like transportation, food access and language that can impact care. 🩺

That's why addressing these barriers and understanding the social drivers of health are essential to delivering equitable care.

👉 We meet patients where they are and improve access across communities. https://bit.ly/4vWdNej

The Hispanic population is extraordinarily diverse, with individuals whose heritage spans many countries across Latin America and the Caribbean. It is the largest, and fastest growing, ethnic group in the country – and as with all Americans, cardiovascu...

04/23/2026

Hundreds of community members joined us across our care sites for National Healthcare Decisions Day. 🙌 Our team members shared resources and answered questions about the importance of advance care planning.

📝 An advance care plan is an important and valuable document that makes your health care wishes known when you can’t speak for yourself.

Thanks to everyone who stopped by to learn more. 💙 🔗 https://bit.ly/4eqKxWy

04/21/2026

We topped out! 🎉🏗️ With the final beam in place, the Inova Alexandria and Inova Franconia‑Springfield hospitals have officially reached a major construction milestone – bringing our new campuses one step closer to opening in 2028.

These campuses are all set to bring 2 new inpatient hospitals with fully private rooms, along with expanded outpatient, cancer, orthopedic and other specialty care across the Eastern region.

A huge thank you to our incredible donors for making this possible. 💙

Learn more: https://bit.ly/3QaiwZp

04/16/2026

Planning future healthcare decisions now gives you and your loved ones peace of mind. Putting your wishes in writing makes it easier for those who love you to advocate for you when it matters most.

National Healthcare Decisions Day is your moment to take charge of your care – and we’re here to help.

Explore our online forms and planning resources to get started: https://bit.ly/4eqKxWy

04/14/2026

ER nurses Sara D. and Grace W. spoke to more than 100 students at a local Alexandria City elementary school for Essential Workers Day! ✨

They shared how they support patient care and why their work matters to the community. ❤️ The visit offered students a firsthand look at healthcare as a career and a calling, along with a chance to ask questions and hear what it means to care for others in critical moments.

04/13/2026

Cue the confetti (and grab a hard hat)! 🎉👷 We just topped out the final beam on each of our two new hospitals – Inova Alexandria and Inova Franconia‑Springfield – bringing us one step closer to opening in 2028! 🏗️

These new campuses will expand access for Northern Virginians and bring state‑of‑the‑art care to our growing community. 💙 Huge thanks to our incredible donors for helping make this vision a reality – we can't wait to welcome patients and families.

👉 Learn more: Inova.org/EasternRegion

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04/11/2026

Join our evidence-based, 4 or 6-week virtual wellness programs led by registered dietitians and certified health coaches. 💚

One upfront payment ($162 or $108) gives you access to expert guidance, support and a community dedicated to your health goals.

📍 Explore a variety of programs designed to support your wellness goals – see graphic for full list.

Register at: https://bit.ly/3B6ZITi