Inova Loudoun Hospital

08/21/2025

🏃 New research raises questions about colon cancer risk in long-distance runners. An Inova Schar Cancer Institute study, featured in The New York Times, suggests some athletes may benefit from early screening.

👨‍⚕️ Study lead: Dr. Timothy Cannon, Sheridan Director, Molecular Tumor Board, Co-Director, Gastrointestinal Cancer Program, Inova Schar Cancer
👥 Participants: 100 runners (ages 35–50, no prior colonoscopy)
📊 Finding: 15% had pre-cancerous lesions—much higher than expected for this age group.

🔗 Read more: https://bit.ly/472LAs9

08/20/2025

Should long-distance runners be screened for colon cancer? 🏃 A new study led by Inova oncologist Dr. Tim Cannon, Sheridan Director, Molecular Tumor Board, found a possible link between intense endurance training and an increased risk of colon cancer in younger adults.

Read more in The New York Times: https://nyti.ms/4lDJjqS

A small, preliminary study found that marathoners were much more likely to have precancerous growths. Experts aren’t sure why.

08/13/2025

🎹🎶 Did you know Inova Loudoun Hospital has a Brain Choir? This unique group helps people with neurocognitive disorders like stroke and Parkinson's disease conquer speech challenges and build connections.

Led by board-certified music therapist Mowgli Hassan, the group meets almost every week — filling the room with songs, smiles and support. ✨ 📽️ Watch! https://bi

We are grateful for the generous support from the Wheeler family that originally enabled us to launch this impactful group in partnership with our friends at A Place To Be.

Those with neurocognitive disorders like stroke and Parkinson's disease, can struggle with communication that leads to isolation and depression.

08/13/2025

When a loved one hears “you have cancer,” your world shifts, too. This podcast episode is for everyone impacted by cancer—caregivers, friends, and family who want to show up with compassion. 🎧 Listen now.

Apple Podcast: https://apple.co/45asVt9
Spotify: https://bit.ly/4lo5wt4

08/11/2025

🚨 Critical need for platelet donors! 🚨 With hospital admissions rising and the short shelf life of platelets, the need is urgent.

🎁 To thank you for your lifesaving donations:

✔️ Donate platelets Aug. 11 - 13 to receive up to $20 in Amazon e-gift cards, plus:
✔️ A chance to win an HP laptop (raffle ends 8/15)
✔️ Summer t-shirt

Watch Kevin, one of our dedicated platelet donors, share what it's like to donate. 👉 InovaBlood.org

Inova Blood Donor Services

08/08/2025

Four talented students from the Young Musicians Inspiring Change (YMIC) project brought the atrium to life with music on Wednesday.

Music truly has the power to heal, connect, and brighten our days—and we’re grateful to YMIC for sharing their gift with our patients, team members, and visitors. 🎻🎹🎼

Special thanks to Balaji Vutla, MD, for bringing these inspiring performers, including his son, to our campus.

08/08/2025

💛 Platelet donors are needed this week!
Your donation can help save lives – just like it helped cancer survivor, Kimberly.

♥️ After chemotherapy left her too weak to continue treatment, a blood transfusion gave Kimberly the strength and hope to keep fighting. Today, she's gone from patient to donor.

Support local hospitals during this critical time.
👉 Visit inovablood.org or call 1-866-256-6372 to schedule your donation.

08/05/2025

❤️ Do you know your heart health numbers? Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the U.S. While age and family history are out of your control, knowing your numbers can help your doctor screen for heart disease.

🎥 Want to learn more? Dr. Arjun Kanwal explains what numbers you need to monitor to keep your heart healthy: https://vimeo.com/1102366419

08/04/2025

🔎 Emergency rooms are seeing a spike in visits for tick bites this summer, but in most cases, urgent care is the right place to go — not the ER.

Dr. Meredith Porter, Medical Director at Inova-GoHealth Urgent Care, says many patients come in with no symptoms, often spotting ticks early while still attached. 💡 This rise in visits may reflect greater awareness, as more people seek care early and stay informed about tick prevention.

🔗 Learn more: https://nbcnews.to/3ISy7t1 via NBC News

Tick-related hospital visits reached their peak in May, the highest since 2019.

08/01/2025

👨‍⚕️ Meet one of the dedicated members of our cardiology team, Ahsan Jafir, MD, General and Interventional Cardiologist based at the Inova Cardiology – Sterling outpatient office.

💓 Dr. Jafir enjoys seeing a wide variety of patients—covering both general and preventive cardiology needs in the office and managing hospitalized patients. Dr. Jafir helps hearts heal every day — and we're proud to have him on our team.

Outside of work, he enjoys traveling and spending time with friends and family. He lives with his wife and their two kids, and loves making memories with them. ✨

Learn more or schedule an appointment: https://www.inova.org/doctors/ahsan-q-jafir-do

07/31/2025

👩 Did you know women spend nearly 40% of their lives in menopause? It’s more than a phase — it’s a journey.

Dr. Nazaneen Homaifar shares what to expect, when symptoms can start (hint: earlier than you think), and treatment options from hormone therapy to lifestyle changes.

📖 Read more: https://bit.ly/46Ai4tF

07/29/2025

🏆 We’re proud to announce that Inova Loudoun Hospital has been ranked the #9 hospital in the Washington, DC metro and #16 in Virginia by U.S. News and World Report!

Additional honors include:
🥇 Inova Fairfax Hospital: #1 hospital DC metro, #1 in Virginia – 5th year in a row
🏥 Inova Alexandria Hospital: tied for #7 in DC metro and #12 in Virginia
🏅 All five Inova hospitals recognized as High Performing in multiple specialties and procedures
🤰 Inova Fairfax Hospital ranked #32 in the U.S. for Obstetrics & Gynecology

These awards reflect of our commitment to serving our community with compassionate, expert care. Thank you for trusting us with what matters most. 💙

Learn more: https://bit.ly/4meY7Nn