Vail Health

04/10/2026

Students from Summit High School and the Healthcare Explorers Club got an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at Vail Health Hospital and discovered just how many incredible careers make a hospital come to life.

From the lab and pharmacy to imaging and the Emergency Department, they explored the full spectrum of roles that keep our community healthy and cared for. It was an inspiring day of learning and connection, and a meaningful reminder that the future of healthcare is being shaped right here in our mountain communities.

04/08/2026

You're invited! Join us to discover how guided breathwork and mediation support stress reduction, mental clarity, and overall well-being at this Vail Health Wellness Series event on Friday, April 17, 5:30 PM, at the Westin Riverfront Resort & Spa in Avon. Get the details & RSVP today: VailHealth.org/Wellness. | Add THE POWER OF BREATH to your toolkit to experience:
—> Reduced stress and nervous system overload
—> Improved emotional regulation and mental clarity
—> Support of self-awareness
—> Enhanced resilience, focus, and decision-making

04/07/2026

What key nutrients do you need to repair tissue, fight infection, and restore strength? Find out how to HEAL FROM THE INSIDE OUT in this article about eating right for recovery: https://ow.ly/Uifz50YEUw0 | Expert advice: The article includes key tips from Leslie Yedor, a physician assistant with Vail Health’s Surgical Associates team.

04/06/2026

You're invited! We've got an amazing lineup of FREE Healthspan community events this week that include a nutrition talk & cooking demo, a healthy group walk & talk, and a kettlebell strength & conditioning workout! See more details below & RSVP to sign up today: VailHealthspan.com/Community. | All events are FREE and open to anyone in the community, including current Vail Healthspan participants. —> —> —>
*Wednesday, April 8*
Nutrition Talk and Cooking Demo with Christine Pierangeli and Jen Sommer-Dirks
5:00 pm Check in | 5:30 pm Presentation & Cooking Demo
Colorado Mountain College, Edwards - Auditorium

*Thursday, April 9*
Community Wellness Walk & Talk with Kyler Hijmans and Dr. Barry Sandler
5:30 pm | Meet in the breezeway between Color Coffee and Endorphin, Eagle

*Saturday, April 11*
Kettlebell Strength & Conditioning with CrossFit coaches Janet and Pat Engle & Vail Healthspan's Chris Lindley
10:30 am | CrossFit Down Valley, Gypsum

04/03/2026

Vail Health is pleased to once again partner with The Summit Foundation to offer college scholarships to graduating seniors of Vail Health employees based in Summit County. With the most applicants ever this year, we are excited to announce the four scholarship recipients: Annika Broecker, Asher Check-Krigman, Curtis Hammer and Owen Lewis. Congratulations to our 2026 scholarship recipients, and congrats to all Summit County grads!

04/03/2026

Get inspired by the amazing work the Vail Health Volunteer Corps is doing in our community! Find out more in "The Heart of Vail Health: Inside the Volunteer Corps" here: https://ow.ly/ejzJ50YCn80. Tag your favorite Vail Health volunteer to spread the thanks & good vibes. | Looking to make an impact on the lives of others? Email Volunteers@VailHealth.org for more details.

04/02/2026

Acupuncture is not “energy medicine,” “woo-woo,” or some mystical practice that requires blind faith. So what is it—and how does it work? Find out more from Dr. Eliza Klearman of Vail Health Functional Medicine about how acupuncture is compatible with with science-minded, evidence-based practitioners and patients: https://ow.ly/xLry50YCkos

04/01/2026

Mark your calendars! Join us to discover how guided breathwork and meditation support stress reduction, mental clarity, and overall well-being at this Vail Health Wellness Series event on Friday, April 17, 5:30 PM, at the Westin Riverfront Resort & Spa in Avon. Get the details & RSVP today: VailHealth.org/Wellness. | Add THE POWER OF BREATH to your toolkit to experience:
—> Reduced stress and nervous system overload
—> Improved emotional regulation and mental clarity
—> Support of self-awareness
—> Enhanced resilience, focus, and decision-making

04/01/2026

Staying injury-free on the mountain begins with effective training and recovery. Tailoring training to the specific sport, prioritizing quality sleep, and addressing minor pain early are a few strategies that can help skiers, hikers, and bikers protect themselves from overuse injuries. 🚵

Learn more ways to stay safe on the mountain with expert tips from our sports medicine team ➡️ https://ow.ly/98uo50YAYsk

03/31/2026

Mark your calendars for next week's FREE Healthspan community events that include a nutrition talk & cooking demo, a healthy group walk & talk, and a kettlebell strength & conditioning workout! See more details below & RSVP to sign up today: VailHealthspan.com/Community. | All events are FREE and open to anyone in the community, including current Vail Healthspan participants. —> —> —>
*Wednesday, April 8*
Nutrition Talk and Cooking Demo with Christine Pierangeli, Jen Sommer-Dirks, and Chef Ally Stephens
5:00 pm Check in | 5:30 pm Presentation & Cooking Demo
Colorado Mountain College Vail Valley, Edwards - Auditorium

*Thursday, April 9*
Community Wellness Walk & Talk with Kyler Hijmans and Dr. Barry Sandler
5:30 pm | Meet in the breezeway between Color Coffee Roasters and Endorphin Eagle

*Saturday, April 11*
Kettlebell Strength & Conditioning with CrossFit coaches Janet and Pat Engle & Vail Healthspan's Chris Lindley
10:30 am | CrossFit Down Valley, Gypsum

03/27/2026

Event reminder: This SUNDAY, join Vail Healthspan and the Athletic Club & Spa Anjali at The Westin Riverfront in Avon for a FREE Mellow Flow Yoga class designed to help you slow down, reset, and reconnect. Get signed up! Details & RSVP: VailHealthspan.com/Community. | MEET YOUR GUIDES: The class is led by Maura Brickman of Maura Brickman Yoga, in partnership with Healthspan Nutritionist Christine Pierangeli. Maura has more than 20 years of teaching experience, and she focuses on using breath and movement to support the nervous system, reduce stress, and promote balance. Christine Pierangeli is a Certified Master Nutrition Therapist and is board-certified in holistic nutrition. Her areas of expertise include optimizing gut health, managing autoimmune disorders, supporting the menopause transition, and cardio-metabolic health.
***Sunday, March 29***
Mellow Flow Yoga Class
5:30 pm | The Westin Athletic Club, Avon

03/26/2026

PROACTIVE BREAST HEALTH: Find out more steps, screenings, and lifestyle choices that can help you protect your breast health—plus get the story of one woman with a family history of cancer who chose a proactive path, undergoing a preventive double mastectomy at 42:

In "Knowledge is Power: One Woman's Proactive Breast Health Journey," find out more about proactive steps, screenings, and lifestyle choices that can help you protect your breast health. You'll also get the story of one local woman with a family history of cancer who chose a proactive path, undergoing a preventive double mastectomy at 42:
https://ow.ly/XqIA50YygAS