The CNRV Quality Team proudly recognizes the outstanding collaboration and swift response of the Emergency Department, Radiology, and Pharmacy teams in the care of a stroke patient during the month of September. Thanks to the timely assessment and treatment provided, thrombolytic therapy was administered with a Door-to-Needle time of just 55 minutes.

As a result of this exceptional care, the patient was successfully transferred to an outside facility, progressed through rehabilitation, and was ultimately discharged home requiring minimal assistance.

 Tuesday IPC Week Update: Educational Posters Are In and Creativity Is on the Rise!

Infection Prevention Week is in full swing, and today we’re spotlighting the Educational Poster Contest! Teams across the region are combining art, humor, and infection prevention education to spread awareness (not germs!) through their creative displays.

A big thank you to everyone who attended our Saturday Employee Screening Event! 
Our mammography team truly enjoyed connecting with colleagues from across the organization. Your participation made the event a success!

This week, we’re joining colleagues across the world to celebrate International Infection Prevention Week (IIPW).
Each October, IIPW recognizes the vital role infection prevention plays in protecting patients, team members, and our communities worldwide. This year’s theme, Infection Prevention is a Team Sport, emphasizes collaboration and shared responsibility in fighting infections across all sectors. The theme reminds us that every person, every action, and every moment counts toward safe, high-quality care.

Infection Prevention Week 2025: Let the Regional Competition Begin!

It’s that time of year again—Infection Prevention Week is here! Teams across the region are stepping up, suiting up, and showing off their creativity in this year’s IPC Regional Competition. From mascots to PPE flair, our departments are proving that infection prevention can be both fun and impactful!

Employee Health Supporting Breast Cancer Awareness Month!

October 12–18 is National Case Management Week, a time to recognize the vital role care management professionals play in the health care system. At Carilion, we proudly use the term Care Management to reflect the breadth of our department and the collaborative work we do across all settings, from inpatient units and observation to the children’s hospital, pre-surgical planning, and the emergency department. Our team provides coverage at every Carilion hospital, ensuring patients and families receive the right support at the right time.

Congratulations to Dr. Thompson, Michelle Freitas, and the team at Carilion Family Medicine – Bedford, recipients of the first-ever ambulatory/outpatient Hive Award! The Hive Award is the Ambulatory Recognition Council's new recognition celebrating collaboration, compassion, and teamwork that lead to exceptional patient care and outcomes.

On Wednesday October 8th, 2025, teams across Carilion came together for a systemwide Measles Tabletop Exercise (TTX) designed to test and strengthen our preparedness for a suspected case of measles. The session brought together clinical and operational leaders from across CRMH, outpatient practices, and urgent care sites to walk through realistic scenarios and reinforce coordinated response efforts.

Susan Cronier CRNA was asked to assist with the initial management of an infant born in the ED at Giles Hospital.  Her expertise helped to insure the newborn was stable and ready to be passed on to the mom!