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VHC Health ™ provides exceptional medical services to the Washington, DC metropolitan area and was recently designated a 2021 Top Teaching Hospital by The Leapfrog Group, selected for the Healthgrades 2021 Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ and has received 19 consecutive ‘A’ grades from The Leapfrog Group. The Hospital is a proud member of the Mayo Clinic Care Network – a national network of i

ndependent healthcare organizations. VHC Health ™ is a 437-bed not-for-profit teaching facility and designated as a Magnet® hospital by the American Nurses Credentialing Center. Centers of Excellence include:
Cardiology & Cardiovascular Surgery
The Reinsch Pierce Family Center for Breast Health
The Hitt Family Center for Radiation Oncology
Neuroscience/Stroke
Oncology
Orthopedics (Total Joint Replacement Services)
Bariatric Surgery
Palliative Care
Advanced Inpatient Diabetes Program
Inpatient Rehabilitation
Wound Healing & Hyperbaric Medicine
Emergency Services
Women & Infant Health
Urology

08/08/2025

Margaret Navarro, MSN, RN, BC, Nurse Navigator, discusses the importance of lung cancer screenings for patients ages 50-80 that have a smoking history or are current smokers. 🫁 Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer deaths for both men and women in the United States - more than breast, colon, and prostate cancer deaths combined. Early detection is key!

🩺 Find a Primary Care Doctor to start the process and get an order for lung cancer screening at: https://www.vhchealth.org/find-a-doctor/

🩻 American Lung Association | Saved by the Scan: https://www.lung.org/lung-health-diseases/lung-disease-lookup/lung-cancer/saved-by-the-scan

🔗 Find more information at the Reva and Sid Dewberry Cancer Resource Center at: https://www.vhchealth.org/medical-services/cancer-care/survivorship-support/

08/01/2025

🩺 Meet Benny S. Kim, MD

Dr. Kim is a Neurointerventional Surgeon and Vascular Neurologist, as well as a founding member of the VHC Health Neurology department. Dr. Kim performs the full spectrum of Neurointerventional procedures, including endovascular aneurysm treatment, mechanical thrombectomy for strokes, cerebral and spinal angiograms, endovascular treatment for dural arteriovenous fistulas, and embolization procedures of the head, neck, and spine. Clinically, Dr. Kim is interested in managing the most complex or critically ill cerebrovascular patients.

➡️ Book an appointment at https://www.vhchealth.org/find-a-doctor/profile/benny-kim/

🥪 Last week, our Auxiliary members got a sneak peek of the brand-new VHC Health Pavilion Café - and this week, the Pavil...
07/31/2025

🥪 Last week, our Auxiliary members got a sneak peek of the brand-new VHC Health Pavilion Café - and this week, the Pavilion Café is officially open to serve you!

Enjoy smoothies, gourmet Boar's Head sandwiches, and more! Visit us Monday-Friday, 7 AM - 3 PM.

We look forward to becoming a part of your daily routine!

07/31/2025

Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) is a complex condition influenced by factors including gut-brain interaction, diet and gut microbiome. In this video, Dr. Haque, Director of Gastroenterology, explains how stress and IBS are connected.

Stress increases the speed which food is pushed through your GI track causing uncomfortableness and is challenging to diagnosis. Dr. Haque recommends daily physical exercise and spending time with loved ones to help alleviate stress.

➡️ Learn more about the VHC Health Digestive Center at www.vhchealth.org/digestive-health

07/28/2025

🩺 Meet Loren Chen, MD, FACP

Dr. Chen is a primary care physician with VHC Health Primary Care - Tysons.
Dr. Chen looks forward to building meaningful relationships with both patients and colleagues. Through his various experiences, Dr. Chen has garnered invaluable insights into healthcare delivery and believes in teamwork and incorporating the patient’s perspective and circumstances to make a personalized health plan. Dr. Chen seeks to empower his patients to take care of their health so they can live a quality life for as long as possible.

➡️ Book an appointment at https://www.vhchealth.org/find-a-doctor/profile/loren-chen/

07/25/2025

Peripheral Artery Disease, PAD, a condition where arteries in the legs and arms narrow due to plaque buildup and reduce blood flow. Dr. Khurana, VHC Health Cardiology, discusses how importing testing is and how well treatment options can help patients improve mobility and quality of life.

❤️ Learn more about Dr. Khurana and schedule an appointment with the care team at www.vhchealth.org/find-a-doctor/profile/charanjit-khurana/

07/23/2025

Doro Bush Koch and Tricia Reilly Koch join the Living Well with Alison Starling podcast with VHC Health physician Linda Lang, MD, to discuss mindfulness and meditation in politics, business, and life.

💬 Doro Bush Koch, bestselling author of “My Father, My President” & cofounding partner, Tricia Reilly, of BB&R Wellness Consulting.

🩺 Dr. Linda Lang, Medical Director of Behavioral Health Services

🎧 Listen now: http://bizj.us/1qo3kr

🤝 In partnership with the Washington Business Journal

We’ve expanded our McLean location to bring you more of what matters:☑️ Five physicians and three nurse practitioners☑️ ...
07/23/2025

We’ve expanded our McLean location to bring you more of what matters:
☑️ Five physicians and three nurse practitioners
☑️ More space, more availability
☑️ Personalized care that fits your life, close to home.

“We’re so excited to expand care here in McLean. When care is close to home, it’s easier to access — and it feels more personal,” said Dr. Caroline J. Caine.

Say hello to Dr. Caine and Trey Taylor, the Practice Assistant at VHC Health Primary Care – McLean, along with the entire VHC Health team at our newly enhanced location. We look forward to welcoming you.

07/21/2025

🩺 Meet Mridula Sood, MD

Dr. Sood is a board-certified Internal Medicine physician. She believes primary care provides invaluable insight into a person’s overall health, allowing for comprehensive and long-term care of a patient. Her interests include preventative care, women’s health, and management of chronic medical problems.

➡️ Book an appointment at https://www.vhchealth.org/find-a-doctor/profile/mridula-sood/

07/18/2025

Marylou Hopkins, RN, discusses the VHC Health Metabolic and Weight Management Program and how patient progress is measured by utilizing a bioimpedance scale that not only measures weight, but also measures fat, fluid and muscle mass.

➡️ Schedule an appointment with the Heart & Vascular care team at www.vhchealth.org/schedule/cardiology-schedule/

07/08/2025

🩺 Meet Zainab I. Alobosi, MD

Dr. Alobosi is a dedicated Family Medicine physician, providing comprehensive primary care. She brings extensive experience from both clinical and hospital settings, emphasizing building long-term relationships with patients and their families to address their healthcare needs over time. Dr. Alobosi focuses on both illness-related and preventive care. She is known for her excellent communication and interpersonal skills, achieving high patient satisfaction scores.

➡️ Schedule an appointment at https://www.vhchealth.org/find-a-doctor/profile/zainab-alobosi/

07/04/2025

🇺🇸 Use these fireworks safety tips for a fun and safe Fourth of July!

🎆 Always
Keep water nearby
Set a safety perimeter of at least 35 ft.
Soak used/unused fireworks for 2 hours in water before discarding
Light one firework at a time
Be considerate of your neighbors and pets

🎆 Never
Handle fireworks while consuming or under the influence of drugs and/or alcohol
Relight a failed firework
Leave children unsupervised or allow children to handle fireworks
Hold and light a firework in your hand
Light fireworks indoors

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Arlington, VA
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