Levy Funds Fuel Facility and Equipment Upgrades
With the passage of the 2025 Maintenance and Operations Levy, the Anacortes community has taken a major step in securing…
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Get to know Dr. Thomas
As a nephrologist, Dr. Thomas diagnoses and treats kidney-related conditions, such as chronic kidney disease,…
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Expanding Cardiology Services with Heart & Courage
Q&A with Cardiologist Rajesh Bhola, MD Heart disease is the leading cause of death for both men and women, with…
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Get to know Dr. Brad Watkins
Dr. Watkins provides care for issues involving the abdomen (gallbladder, appendix, hernias, stomach, intestines), skin and…
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Connected Health Records Improve Care Across Systems
Island Health is proud to be an early adopter of TEFCA—the Trusted Exchange Framework and Common Agreement, a nationwide effort…
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Get to Know Dr. Simon Shapiro
As an interventional spine and musculoskeletal physiatrist, Dr. Shapiro collaborates with patients to help optimize function…
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Putting People at the Heart of Healthcare Innovation
In many hospitals, innovation is often discussed in terms of new devices and software upgrades. The most meaningful transformations happen,…
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What to Expect During Your Emergency Department Visit
A trip to the Emergency Department (ED) is rarely planned—and it can often feel stressful or uncertain. Understanding what happens…
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Get to Know Dr. Dempsie Morrison
Dr. Morrison treats a broad range of general gastrointestinal conditions. He performs EGD (upper endoscopy),…
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Get to Know Dr. Kay-Kay Gambs
As a family medicine provider, Dr. Gambs enjoys the variety that comes with treating patients…
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Transforming the Emergency Department Patient Experience
Island Emergency Department (ED) cared for 17,628 patients last year—that’s nearly 50 patients every day. That number represents a 74%…
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Quarterly DAISY Award Recognizes Exceptional Care by Labor and Delivery Nurse Careisa Whitford, BSN, RN
Congratulations to our most recent DAISY honoree, Careisa Whitford, BSN, RN, from Labor and Delivery. Careisa was nominated by a…
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Quarterly DAISY Award Recognizes Exceptional Care by Infusion Services Nurse Kerry Harrison, BSN, RN
Congratulations to our most recent DAISY honoree, Kerry Harrison, BSN, RN, from the Emergency Department and Infusion Services. Kerry was…
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Big Changes in Healthcare: How New Technology Is Helping Us Focus More on You
At Island Health, we always look for ways to improve your care experience. We are excited to share a few…
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A Winning Game Plan for Preparing Student-athletes for Fall Sports
Fall athletics are kicking into gear and student-athletes are preparing for the return to school and sport. Before our athletes…
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Healthy Snack Swaps
Snacks are a great way to boost your energy during the day, and many options exist. How do you choose snacks that are also nutritious?
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Quarterly DAISY Award Recognizes Exceptional Care by Acute Care Nurse Sally White, BSN, RN
Congratulations to our most recent DAISY honoree, Sally White, BSN, RN from the Acute Care Department. Sally was nominated by…
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Focused on You
Whether you’ve been a patient in the last year or we’ve cared for one of your loved ones, chances are…
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Partnering for a Healthier Community
Island Health’s commitment to the health and wellness of our community doesn’t stop at our doors. Through enduring partnerships, we…
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Upgrading Facilities for Superior Service Delivery
At Island Health, facility maintenance and updates are a key strategy for providing exceptional care to our community. Over the…
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Driving Innovation with a People-first Approach
Chief Information Officer (CIO) Galina Gandy oversees everything related to technology. In a nutshell, her priority is to ensure that…
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Why Mammography Matters
One of the goals I have as Chief Medical Officer at Island Health is to positively impact our community’s health…
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Revolutionizing Surgery
Island Health is excited to introduce the da Vinci 5 surgical robot, a cutting-edge technology that will enhance surgical procedures…
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Island Health Cancer Screening Recommendations
Early detection saves lives! Island Health is proud to offer many preventive cancer screenings to help keep our community healthy.*…
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