Inova Fair Oaks Hospital

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

04/11/2026

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

04/10/2026

✨ Exciting news! Five units at Inova Fairfax Hospital and Inova Fair Oaks Hospital have earned the 2025 Beacon Award for Excellence from the American Association of Critical-Care Nurses.

This prestigious award honors top critical care units that excel in leadership, staffing, communication, evidence-based practices and patient outcomes.

🙌 Congratulations to our incredible nursing teams on this well-deserved recognition!

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

04/09/2026

Inova’s Advanced Lung Disease Program once again has demonstrated its commitment to leading-edge treatments for complex lung conditions with some very promising early results published in The New England Journal of Medicine.

Congratulations to Steven Nathan, MD, Medical Director and Schar Chair, Advanced Lung Disease and Lung Transplant as first author, and Christopher King, MD, Associate Medical Director and contributing author, on this landmark study.

Findings from an independent study across the US and Canada support these findings and lay the foundation for a potential new treatment option for idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis, a progressive lung disease with limited therapies today.

We’re proud to be part of research that brings hope to patients and families.

👉 Learn more: https://bit.ly/4mkiFFD
👉 Inova Lung Services: https://bit.ly/3ZrClh4

04/08/2026

Don’t let hot flashes and brain fog slow you down. There are more solutions than ever to help you feel your best during perimenopause and menopause. In this episode, Dr. Erin Perucci, OB-GYN and Menopause Society Certified Practitioner, discusses symptoms, newer treatment options and some surprising truths. Tune in to learn how you can get back to feeling like yourself again.

Apple: https://apple.co/4bYuEFd
Spotify: https://bit.ly/4vxL0wq

🎧 Listen now: https://bit.ly/4ht4oEc

04/02/2026

Two sisters whose bond was forever changed by living kidney donation.

Kaylin gave the gift of life to her sister, Rachel. Their journey was honored at a Transplant Bell Ceremony, where each bell ring celebrates the generous donor, the resilient recipient and the life-changing gift that gives people like Rachel a second chance to live fully.

Learn more: Inova.org/LivingDonor

03/31/2026

March may be ending, but the conversation about colorectal cancer prevention and early detection continues year-round. 🩺

Start with your primary care doctor – small steps like asking about screening can make a big difference. 💪

✨ Thanks to patients, caregivers and clinicians who raised awareness, shared stories and showed support throughout March.

📌 Check out the graphic for tips on prevention and screening.

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

03/31/2026

A routine colonoscopy saved Lisa's life when a 2025 screening revealed early-stage colorectal cancer. 💙 Because it was caught early, Lisa was able to undergo surgery and did not require chemotherapy or radiation.

Her story is a powerful reminder that colorectal cancer can develop silently – and that routine screening can detect it early, when it's most treatable.

👉 Read Lisa's story: https://bit.ly/48lMaRt

Stay up to date on your screenings. https://bit.ly/4aArhUo

For nearly five years, the changes to Lisa's health were subtle enough to ignore. “I noticed a slow and unintentional weight loss,” Lisa said. “Along with it came loose stools and occasional nausea and vomiting, but interestingly, no pain or discomfort....

03/27/2026

After being diagnosed with cancer, Saletta transformed her chemotherapy room into something unexpected – “Club Chemo.” 💛 Instead of silence and stillness, her infusion room is filled with music, movement and moments of joy. 🎶

Through the Arts & Healing program at Inova Schar Cancer Institute, Caleb, an artist-in-residence musician, brings live music on her treatment days. The program is fully funded through philanthropy.

📽️ Watch: https://bit.ly/4lVjK6A

👉 Colon cancer is rising in younger adults. Early detection saves lives. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4aArhUo

A Fairfax cancer patient turns chemo into “Club Chemo,” using music and positivity to find strength and inspire others.

03/26/2026

❤️ Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the U.S. While you can't change age or heredity, your doctor can help you manage key contributors to heart disease, such as cholesterol, blood pressure and blood glucose, and guide you on lifestyle choices.

📽️ Watch our Ask the Expert video with cardiologist Dr. Lily Dastmalchi to learn which numbers can help you reduce your risks: https://bit.ly/4sBFHdr

03/23/2026

🥦🍅 Eating a plant-based diet, rich in whole grains, legumes, fruits and vegetables, can reduce cholesterol, lower blood pressure and improve overall heart function.

In a recent Ask the Expert webinar, Inova dietitian Mark Rudich shared research-backed tips and practical advice for meal planning and simple food swaps that can make a big difference in your heart health. ❤️

📽️ Watch the video to learn more: https://bit.ly/4rTUCi3

03/20/2026

🦵 Worried about your hip or knee pain and considering joint replacement? Join Dr. Tim Costales, an orthopedic surgeon at Inova, for a FREE "Ask the Expert" webinar on hip replacements for arthritis.

Learn how innovative techniques make surgery safer and more effective.

🗓️ April 1, 6–7:30 p.m. (virtual)
👉 Register: https://bit.ly/41iXKZG

👉 Want to learn more about the latest advancements improving outcomes and recovery? Read here: https://bit.ly/4uG9Tpd