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Sentara Northern Virginia Medical Center

Sentara. Your Community, Not-For-Profit Health Partner. Our Mission: We improve health every day.

Sentara Northern Virginia Medical Center is a 183-bed, not-for-profit community hospital serving Prince William County and its surrounding communities. Our Trauma III designated medical center combines the resources of a major health system with the compassionate, personalized care of a community hospital. SNVMC offers quiet, private rooms and high-quality care focused on safety and patient satisfaction. We offer a wide range of medical specialties, a highly qualified medical and clinical staff and state-of-the-art technology. Our clinical services include advanced imaging, cancer services, diabetes management, emergency care, heart and vascular care, lab services, neurosurgery, primary care, orthopedics, urology, weight loss surgery, women’s services and more. Sentara Northern Virginia Medical Center is accredited by DNV Healthcare.

03/20/2026

More than 1,600 high school students from 8 Northern Virginia school divisions participated in the 2026 Instruction to Industry (i2i) Future Ready Conference held on March 11 & 12.

Team members from Sentara Northern Virginia Medical Center were on hand, in partnership with colleagues from Inova Health and Virginia Ed Strategies, to offer a valuable forum highlighting the wide range of career paths available in healthcare.

Our team had meaningful conversations, shared personal stories and offered guidance to these students and encouraged them to explore a future career in healthcare.

Thanks to all those who shared their time, expertise, and enthusiasm to help inspire the next generation of healthcare professionals and strengthen our community's workforce.

03/19/2026

We value the dedication and skill of all our nurses - and on March 19, we proudly recognize those who have achieved specialty board certification in honor of Certified Nurses Day. This day celebrates the expertise, commitment, and advanced knowledge of nurses who earn and maintain national certification in their specialties.

Certified nurses meet rigorous standards by passing comprehensive exams and committing to lifelong learning—demonstrating excellence in care for patients, families, and healthcare teams. Research shows that specialty certification is linked to improved patient outcomes and strengthens careers, teams, and community health.

Certified Nurses Day is observed each year on March 19, the birthday of Margretta “Gretta” Madden Styles, a pioneering leader in nurse credentialing and a driving force behind national certification standards and the American Nurses Credentialing Center.

Thank you to all our nurses as we celebrate Certified Nurses Day, your commitment helps us improve health every day!

03/18/2026

Every spring, our Women's Health Center works to support healthy moms & babies and raise awareness by Marching for Babies at the annual March of Dimes walk in DC. 💜

As a "fun"-raiser this year, team members nominated their colleagues to wear the March of Dimes purple tutu for part of the day. The "March in a Tutu" fundraiser brought laughter, smiles, and raised money for this year's campaign.

A heartfelt thank you to everyone who nominated a peer, participated, donated, cheered our nominees on, and helped make this event both successful and FUN. This support from across our team helps us continue raising awareness and funds to support healthy moms and babies everywhere.

03/17/2026

Here at Sentara, we work to improve health every day! And our volunteers are an essential part of that mission.

Our hospital is currently recruiting adult volunteers for weekday morning and early afternoon shifts. If you enjoy helping others and want to make a real impact close to home, this is your opportunity.

See the link for more information in the comment below.

03/16/2026

⚠️ Inclement Weather Update, March 16, 2026 ⚠️
Due to inclement weather the following locations will close at 12:00 PM today:

• Sentara Medical Group (SMG) specialty offices to include General Surgery, Neurology, Neurosurgery, and Gynecology.
• Sentara Primary Care and Family Medicine Practices.
• Sentara Outpatient Rehab Services.
• Sentara Community Care.
• Sentara Wound Care Clinic.

REMINDER: The Emergency Departments at Sentara Northern Virginia Medical Center and at Sentara Lake Ridge will remain open during this weather event.

03/12/2026

Right now, women make up nearly 80% of the healthcare workforce in the U.S., which includes a significant number of roles such as doctors, nurses, medical assistants, administrators, and many more professionals. This dominance highlights the critical contributions of women in the healthcare sector, particularly in driving job growth and ensuring patient care.

As we continue to celebrate Women’s History Month, we proudly honor the many women whose talent, dedication, and compassion strengthen Sentara Northern Virginia Medical Center and the broader healthcare community. We are grateful for the countless ways they inspire excellence, drive innovation, and support our mission to improve health every day.

03/11/2026

Serious illness impacts more than the body — it affects quality of life, relationships, and connection. At the Art of Palliative Medicine: Mastering Communication Skills for Serious Illness conference, healthcare providers will gain practical tools to navigate difficult conversations with confidence and compassion.

Don't miss an opportunity for in-person, hands-on practice for a more personal experience. Space is limited and filling quickly.

Event details:
- Friday, March 27, 2026 | 8:00 a.m.–2:30 p.m.
- Sentara Park, Virginia Beach, VA
- $40 (virtual option available)
- Earn valuable continuing medical education credits
- Practice sensitive conversations in a safe environment
- Topics around pain/symptom management, ethical issues, end-of-life planning, and provider self-care

Register here: https://sentara.cloud-cme.com/course/courseoverview?P=4&eid=17355

03/09/2026

Does what you eat affect cancer? Are there foods that can help fight side effects of chemo? How do I as a caregiver or cancer patient know what meals to make to help fight cancer?

Join us for the next session that's part of our nutritional lecture series, Nutrition and the Cancer Journey. This Free, virtual offering is Tuesday, March 17, 6 - 7:00 p.m. EST. Register online: https://www.sentara.com/classes-and-events/Event-Search/Nutrition-and-the-Cancer-Journey-Virtual-1122.

03/06/2026

March is Women's History Month - a time to celebrate the many achievements and contributions of women. And this Sunday, March 8, is International Women's Day.

In recognition of this global awareness, we are proud to share that Newsweek had ranked Sentara Health as one of America’s Greatest Workplaces for Women 2026!

The Newsweek ranking is based on a nationwide survey of more than 89,000 women and an analysis of 37 million data points across 120 workplace performance indicators. This national recognition underscores Sentara's commitment to advancing women in clinical roles and administration.

Members of Sentara Northern Virginia Medical Center's executive leadership team, pictured below, are proud of Sentara's focus on expanding opportunities for women, strengthening inclusive leadership practices, and ensuring that fairness and belonging are embedded in every part of the employee experience.

03/05/2026

We're proud to share that Sentara Health been named one of the 165 Top Places to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Hospital Review! 🏆👏

This national honor highlights organizations that create exceptional workplaces by investing in their people, fostering inclusive environments, supporting professional growth, and making a meaningful difference in their communities.

We are grateful for the extraordinary colleagues who bring our mission to life every day. 💛

03/04/2026

Access free, 24/7 guidance from registered nurses when you need it most. 💛

Whether you’re concerned about a cough, or wondering if you should visit an emergency department, our Nurse Advice Line can help. Our team is ready to assist by providing personalized recommendations about where to seek care and in some cases, suggest home-care options.

📞To contact the Sentara Nurse Advice Line, call 1-844-MYNURSE.

Head to the link in the comments below to learn more.

03/03/2026

🐾 Comfort on Four Paws: Meet the Therapy Dogs Bringing Healing to Sentara Northern Virginia Medical Center. 🐾

Healing doesn’t just come from medicine – sometimes, it walks in on four paws and a wagging tail. ❤️ Over the past year, our therapy dog program has grown from one to five certified therapy dogs, expanding the comfort, joy, and emotional support offered to our patients, families, and team members.

Meet three of the furry friends making a difference:

✨ Hope: A gentle, intuitive Aussiedoodle who volunteers in high intensity areas like the Emergency Department and ICU. Her handler, Paula, gives back to the very place that cared for her husband during the pandemic. “Volunteering here feels like paying it forward,” she says.

✨ Hayden: This small but mighty mini Bernadoodle brings big comfort wherever he goes. A true “pandemic pup,” Hayden loves the hospital environment. As his handler Tanyia says, “He brings something that can’t be prescribed: unconditional love.”

✨ Ellie: Affectionately nicknamed “Ellie Belly,” this Rhodesian Ridgeback offers weekly moments of calm. Her handler, Sue, a semi-retired pediatric nurse, knows how much a smile can matter.

These dogs - and their wonderful handlers/moms - are more than volunteers, they’re part of our caregiving team. Their presence not only supports patients and families but also boosts the morale and well-being of our dedicated team members.

We’re always looking for compassionate volunteers — both two legged and four legged! Read the article linked below in the first comment to learn more about these wonderful therapy dogs and to find a link for information on the SNVMC Volunteer Program.

💛 Healing. Comfort. Connection. Sometimes, it all begins with a friendly paw.

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Woodbridge, VA
22191

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Sentara Northern Virginia Medical Center is a 183-bed, not-for-profit community hospital in Prince William County, Virginia. We uphold the Sentara Healthcare mission to Improve Health Every Day by offering a wide range of medical specialties, a highly qualified medical and clinical staff, and state-of-the-art technology. Sentara Northern Virginia Medical Center is accredited by DNV Healthcare.