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03/02/2026
Colore**al cancer often develops without symptoms in its early stages, which is why screening is so important.
In this video, Dr. Jamila Wynter , Gastroenterologist with Riverside, explains what to watch for, why family history matters, and when to start screening.
For most adults, screening begins at age 45, earlier if you have certain risk factors. A colonoscopy can both detect cancer early and prevent it by removing precancerous polyps.
If you’re 45 or older and haven’t scheduled your screening, now is the time to talk with your provider.
What an amazing day at the 12th Annual One City Marathon! 🏃🏃
Riverside Health is proud to serve as the Official Health & Wellness Sponsor, helping ensure the safety and well-being of every participant.
A special thank you to our dedicated medical team who were on-site supporting runners throughout the event 👏
And congratulations to all who participated - your determination and spirit make our community stronger! 💚
02/26/2026
Our Internal Medicine residents are demonstrating Hands-Only CPR to the beat because chest compressions are all about rhythm (100-120 beats per minute).
As we close out Heart Month, remember that CPR can double or even triple a person’s chance of survival as most cardiac arrests happen outside the hospital.
In an emergency, remember to call 911 first. Then start Hands-Only CPR by pushing hard and fast in the center of the chest to the beat of one of these songs.
Visit link in our bio to learn basic lifesaving techniques with Heartsaver CPR & First Aid classes.
An earache… that turned out to be a heart attack? 🫀
That was the reality for Brian Carroll, Chief of the Isle of Wight Rescue Squad, who experienced unusual symptoms before his cardiac event. His story is an important reminder that heart attack warning signs aren’t always classic chest pain and quick medical attention can make all the difference. ⚠️
Brian and Dr. Willliam Harris, Cardiologist with Riverside Cardiology Specialists, shared insight with WAVY TV 10 about why recognizing symptoms early and seeking care immediately can help reduce heart damage and save lives. 💚
Riverside Shore Memorial Hospital (RSMH) AND Riverside Walter Reed Hospital - Middle Peninsula (RWRH) have both been named to the 2026 Chartis Top 100 Rural Hospitals list.
Even more incredible? They are the ONLY two hospitals in Virginia to make the list this year.
This national recognition reflects the heart, skill, and commitment of our providers, nurses, clinicians, and support teams who show up every day to care for our communities with excellence and compassion.
🏆 RSMH earns this honor for the 6th time
🏆 RWRH earns this recognition for the first time
Please join us in congratulating these outstanding teams on a truly remarkable achievement!
📄 Read more:
National Recognition Highlights Access to High-Quality Care Close to Home for Eastern Shore and Middle Peninsula Communities
02/23/2026
🎉 Celebrating 3 Years of the Healthy YOU Podcast! 🎙️💚
The Healthy YOU Podcast brings trusted health advice, real stories, and expert insights straight to our community one meaningful episode at a time.
Whether you’re working to improve your own health or supporting a loved one, Healthy YOU covers a wide range of topics including pediatric care, chronic conditions, mental health, addiction recovery, prevention, and more.
🎙️ We want to hear from you! What topics should we explore on an upcoming episode? Share in the comments below.
Today, we were honored to sponsor the ❤️American Heart Association’s Go Red for Women Luncheon ❤️
For more than a decade, Riverside Health has partnered with the AHA in support of women’s heart health. The luncheon brought together community leaders, advocates, and survivors to raise awareness, inspire action, and advance lifesaving research. Our leadership and team members were proud to stand alongside so many dedicated partners in service to our community.
As a proud local sponsor of the campaign, we also hosted our “Letters to New Moms” activation, where guests wrote heartfelt notes that will be paired with Infant CPR kits and blood pressure cuffs for pregnant and postpartum women.
We’re grateful for this longstanding partnership and our shared mission of building healthier futures for women across our region. ❤️
02/17/2026
Your heart responds to more than diet and exercise. ❤️
It responds to stress, connection, and the relationships in your life.
In this episode of Healthy YOU, host Frankye Myers sits down with Dr. Britany Thompson, vascular surgeon with Riverside Vascular Specialists, to discuss how chronic stress and emotional strain can impact blood pressure, circulation, and long-term heart health.
They also explore “Broken Heart Syndrome,” a powerful example of how emotional distress can physically affect the heart.
When was the last time you considered how stress might be influencing your heart health?
As we move deeper into the winter sports season, injury patterns continue to shift indoors.
Basketball, wrestling, and indoor track bring an increase in ankle sprains, knee ligament injuries, shoulder instability, and overuse conditions.
Stephanie Giammittorio is a fellowship-trained sports medicine physician specializing in sports and musculoskeletal injury care, sports concussions, sideline coverage, and ultrasound-guided injections for joints, tendons, ligaments, and muscles.
Working alongside our Sports Physical Therapy team, she helps athletes recover from common winter injuries such as ankle sprains, knee ligament tears, shoulder instability, and overuse conditions while supporting a safe and confident return to play.
Early evaluation and coordinated care can prevent minor injuries from becoming season-ending setbacks.
It’s almost Valentine’s Day, and love is in the air at Warwick Forest 💘
Our residents, true experts on love and marriage, shared their heartfelt words of wisdom to remind us what really matters in a lasting relationship. Their advice comes from a lifetime of experiences, laughter, and love.
A heartfelt thank you to our residents for sharing their stories and making us smile. Who knows… their advice might be exactly what your heart needed 💗
02/12/2026
❤️ This Heart Month, show your heart some love with healthy choices.
Dr. Catherine Zatorski, vascular specialist at Riverside Vascular Specialists in Smithfield and Newport News, reminds us that small, consistent habits can make a big difference for your heart health.
Simple steps you can start today:
🚶♀️ Aim for a 30-minute walk most days
🥗 Add more fruits and vegetables to your meals
🩺 See your primary care provider each year
Talk with your primary care provider or a vascular specialist about your risk and the steps you can take to protect your heart.
Recent reporting highlighted that re**al cancer was an underlying cause in the death of actress Catherine O’Hara.
In this video, Tyler Goon, Nurse Practitioner with Riverside Gastroenterology Specialists, discusses symptoms to look for and when to get checked. Early colore**al cancer may not cause symptoms, which is why paying attention to changes in your body and staying on time with screening is so important.
If you’re 45 or older, talk with your provider about screening options, including colonoscopy, which can help detect and prevent colore**al cancer.
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The original charter for Riverside dates back to December 15, 1915. The company began as one hospital, founded by the community and built on a site at Huntington Avenue and 50th Street in Newport News, Virginia. In 1962, the hospital was relocated to the present site of Riverside Regional Medical Center in central Newport News. Since then, Riverside has evolved into a flagship regional medical center with affiliates throughout the region in every aspect of healthcare.
Riverside is a 501c(3) tax exempt, non-profit organization dedicated to improving health and saving lives. Riverside Health System is governed by a voluntary Board of Directors, as is each of the Riverside affiliates throughout the region.
Through the dedication and tireless energy of our employees, physicians and volunteers, we assure that the needs of the community are met in every Riverside endeavor.
Service Area
Eastern Virginia including: cities of Gloucester, Hampton, Newport News, Poquoson, Richmond, Tappahannock, West Point, Williamsburg and Yorktown; Eastern Shore Area of Virginia; Counties of Essex, Gloucester, Isle of Wight, James City, King and Queen, King William, Lancaster, Mathews, Middlesex, New Kent, Northumberland, Richmond and Surry.
Major Accreditations, Affiliations, Approvals and Memberships
Facilities within Riverside Health System are licensed by the Commonwealth of Virginia under the appropriate licensing statutes. In addition, Riverside facilities have the following accreditations or memberships:
American Academy of Sleep Medicine
American Association of Blood Banks
American Health Care Association
American Hospital Association
American Medical Association (Continuing Medical Education)
American Society of Health System Pharmacists (Riverside Regional Medical Center Pharmacy Practice Residency Program)
Chamber of Commerce
CHAMPUS
College of American Pathologists: Laboratory, Nuclear Medicine, Respiratory Therapy
Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (Riverside Rehabilitation Institute)
Commission on Cancer of the American College of Surgeons (Cancer Program)
Community Health Accreditation Program, Riverside Home Care, Riverside Hospice, Riverside Home Infusion and Pharmacy
Hospice Association of America (HAA), Riverside Hospice
Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology, Accreditation, Riverside School of Radiologic Technology
Liaison Council on Certification for Surgical Technologist (LCC-ST), National Merit Award, Riverside School of Surgical Technology
Medicare Certified, Riverside Home Health, Riverside Hospice
National Association of Home Care, Riverside Home Health, Riverside Hospice
National Hospice Palliative Care Organization (NHPCO), Riverside Hospice
National League of Nursing
Peninsula Emergency Services Council
Residency Review Committee of the American Medical Association
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (Medicare)
Virginia Association for Home Care (VAHC), Riverside Home Health
Virginia Department of Medical Assistance (Medicaid)
Virginia Health Care Association
Virginia Health Quality Center (VHQC), Riverside Home Health
Virginia Hospice Association (VHA), Riverside Hospice
Virginia Hospital and Healthcare Association
Education Affiliations
Medical College of Virginia/Virginia Commonwealth University
Medical College of Hampton Roads
Old Dominion University
Hampton University
Thomas Nelson Community College
Christopher Newport University
Rappahannock Community College
Newport News Public Schools
Other Relationships
Riverside Health System is a member of the Medical Society of Virginia (MSV) and holds a voting seat in the MSV House of Delegates. Riverside is the only hospital or health system member invited to participate as a voting member in this organization. This affiliation is evidence of Riverside's credibility with its physician partners.
Riverside Health System is a participating hospital with Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield.
Riverside Health System is a partner in the Virginia Health Network (VHN) with eight other hospitals and health systems in the Hampton Roads and Richmond areas of Virginia. The system owns 35.1% of this for-profit Preferred Provider Organization. VHN contracts with payors, mostly health insurance companies and self-insured employers, to utilize VHN hospitals and physicians as the exclusive providers in their managed care programs.
