Tomorrow WakeMed will host a special Veterans Day program honoring nearly 300 staff, physicians and volunteers who have proudly served in the United States Armed Services. And, we are cordially inviting all Veterans in our community to join us for this event. Program will include remarks by WakeMed President & CEO Dr. Bill Atkinson, General […]
WakeMed Pharmacist Lynn Eschenbacher, a frequent contributor to this blog, was interviewed by WRAL for a story about managing drug shortages.
WakeMed recently opened a new retail pharmacy and gift shop on Raleigh Campus for added shopping convenience for patients, guests and staff. The beautiful new Gift Shop welcomes guests into an open and bright atrium filled with unexpected treasures including jewelry, fashion accessories and thoughtful gifts for every occasion. The Pharmacy, WakeMed’s first true retail […]
WakeMed’s own Dr. Graham Snyder was recognized yesterday by the News & Observer at Tarheel of the Week. Read all about the Raleigh native’s path to becoming an emergency department physician, his love of medical simulation and the role medical simulation plays in improving patient safety by clicking here.
Fall is finally here! And that means it’s time to snuggle up with warm, comforting foods as good for the body as they are for the soul. Here in North Carolina, pumpkins are grown more than any other veggie in the month of October. And as a dietitian, I couldn’t be more excited. Pumpkins are […]
Today, WakeMed broke ground on WakeMed North Hospital, Wake County’s fifth hospital and the county’s first women’s focused hospital. The groundbreaking took place during the Ladies Day event, where women throughout the community attended seminars, got health information and participated in screenings. “As the northern Wake County community continues to grow, there is an increase […]
Why I photographed a cornfield from the air Glenn Boyette will tell you that he has been farming for all of his 59 years. With 100 acres in Johnston County, he has worked his farm 11 hours a day, seven days a week. That changed after one of Boyette’s rare trips away from the farm. […]
We’re only two days away from the first WakeMed Scrub Run and Fun Fest. And, there is still time to register and to plan to come out for the fun! WakeMed’s Scrub Run offers events for both running enthusiasts and families. Featuring competitive 5K and 10K races that accommodate both runners and walkers, along with […]
Yesterday, we received word from the North Carolina Division of Health Service Regulation Certificate of Need (CON) Section that WakeMed has been awarded 29 new beds of the 79 requested for Raleigh Campus and all of the 22 new beds requested for Cary Hospital. Together, these CON awards account for 51 of the 101 new […]
Calling all canes, wheelchairs, walkers, crutches and other assistive devices. WakeMed and Sunstone Medical are teaming up to collect new or gently used medical equipment. All equipment will be inspected, repaired and given to patients in need. Suggested items for donation include canes, walkers, crutches, wheelchairs, ramps and vehicle lifts. Durable Medical Equipment Donation Day […]
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