Calendar & Events

STOP THE BLEED
2022-06-09 18:00 - 19:30, 2022-05-14 09:00 - 10:30, 2022-05-12 18:00 - 19:30, 2022-04-16 09:00 - 10:30, 2022-04-14 18:00 - 19:30 (America/Chicago) | Stormont Vail Health Pozez Education Center, 1500 SW 10th Ave, Topeka, KS, 66604, United States
Minutes count! Someone who is severely bleeding can bleed to death in as little as 5 minutes. That’s why bleeding control—keeping the blood inside the body—is the purpose of STOP THE BLEED® training.

The person next to a bleeding victim may very well be the one who’s most likely to save him or her from bleeding to death. By learning how to STOP THE BLEED®, you’ll gain the ability to recognize life-threatening bleeding and act quickly and effectively to control bleeding once you learn three quick techniques. Take the STOP THE BLEED® training course and become empowered to make a life or death difference when a bleeding emergency happens.

Breastfeeding Basics In-Person
2022-06-07 18:00 - 20:15 (America/Chicago) | Stormont Vail Health Pozez Education Center, 1500 SW 10th Ave, Topeka, KS, 66604, United States
This introduction to breastfeeding will provide pregnant women and their families an opportunity to learn all they need to know about breastfeeding before their baby is born. Classes are designed to help families prepare for the breastfeeding experience by providing information on how breastfeeding works, how to get started, problems that may arise and how to incorporate breastfeeding and working.
This class will be held in the Stormont Vail Health Auditorium where couples will be socially distanced. Masks are required. Please enter through the main entrance of Stormont Vail Health.
Note: Enrollment includes expectant mother and one support person.

Stepping On: Group B (Tuesdays, June 7th -July 26th)
2022-06-07 14:00 - 2022-07-26 16:00 (America/Chicago) | Online, See event details for more information
Falls are the leading cause of injury and hospitalization for trauma — as well as trauma-related death — among older adults. If you are 65 or older, have had a fall in the past year, or live alone, this workshop provides information on keeping balance, the causes of falls, and dangers to look out for. Topics covered include:

• Simple and fun balance and strength training • The role that vision plays in keeping your balance • How medications can contribute to falls • What to look for in safe footwear • How to eliminate fall hazards in your home

We meet virtually for 2 hours every week in small groups for 8 weeks.At this time we are offering Stepping On in-person at Cotton O’Neil Express Care North 4505 NW Fielding Rd Topeka KS. If you are not able to participate in-person, please sign up for our Stepping On Virtual waiting list by emailing abucklan@stormontvail.org and we will notify you when virtual sessions resume.

Class 01 – June 07Class 02 – June 14Class 03 – June 21Class 04 – June 28Class 05 – July 05Class 06 – July 12Class 07 – July 19Class 08 – July 26

For more information, please contact Stormont Vail Health’s Injury Prevention Coordinator at (785) 354-5117 or email abucklan@stormontvail.org

Better Breathers Club
2022-06-07 14:00 - 15:00, 2022-05-03 14:00 - 15:00, 2022-04-05 14:00 - 15:00 (America/Chicago) | KS
Each month members will be sent the Zoom link for that month’s meeting. They will receive more information upon RSVP to Melanie Reamer at 785-270-4847 or SVHBetterBreathers@stormontvail.org

Stormont Vail Health Better Breathers Club was created to provide support and education to those living with chronic lung illness in our community.

Childbirth Preparation (June 1st and 8th) Virtual
2022-06-01 18:00 - 20:30 (America/Chicago) | Online, See event details for more information
Our childbirth classes are taught by experienced educators and are designed to help you and your support person feel more prepared for your labor and delivery experience. Learn about the stages of labor, pain management tools, breathing and relaxation techniques, how to involve your support person, and more!
COVID-19 Update : Virtual childbirth class will be a meeting with experienced instructors to review information and answer questions. The class will consist of two sessions to cover all content. Instructors will communicate via email with a link to join the virtual meeting. Please contact Laura Odom, RN, IBCLC with questions at laodom@stormontvail.org or by calling 785-354-5034.
Important: Enrollment includes one expectant mother and one support person.
Resources users can download and keep for later use
Breathing Techniques
Example of a Simplified Birth Plan
Hospital Bag Checklist
Imagery & Relaxation Example
Pediatricians in Topeka
Reasons to Call the Pediatrician
Safe Sleeping Environment
Soothing a Crying Infant
Touch Relaxation

Sibling Class Ages 7 and Up
2022-05-22 15:00 - 16:00 (America/Chicago) | Stormont Vail Health Pozez Education Center, 1500 SW 10th Ave, Topeka, KS, 66604, United States
This class explores the very special roles of big brother and big sister. Instructors discuss what to expect after the baby comes and how to help the older child adjust to the new baby.

Walk with a Doc in Topeka
2022-05-21 09:00 - 10:00 (America/Chicago) | Washburn University, 1700 SW College Ave, Topeka, Kansas, 66621, United States
This doctor-led group is a fun and safe place to hear briefly about an important health topic and enjoy a walk outside with a physician each month.

This Saturday, join Dr. Shakila Tanjim for an engaging discussion on mental health, during Mental Health Month, while walking around Washburn University. The Stormont Vail Health Paw Squad therapy dogs will also be there! Participants should meet at the east side of Lee Arena.

The walk is open to the community. Participation is free and pre-registration is not required.

According to the American Heart Association, walking as little as 30 minutes a day can provide the following benefits:

Improve blood pressure and blood sugar levels

Help maintain a healthy body weight and lower the risk of obesity

Enhance mental well-being

Reduce the risk of osteoporosis Walk with a Doc (WWAD) is an international non-profit organization whose mission is to inspire communities through movement and conversation. Topeka joins a growing list of communities worldwide that have started local Walk with a Doc programs. Learn more at www.walkwithadoc.org.

​Mark your calendar for upcoming events!

June 18 – Dr. Kevin Dishman (Chief Medical Officer)July 16 – Dr. Scott Teeter (Internal Medicine)August 20 – Dr. Wael Khreiss (Surgery)

Relay For Life 2022
2022-05-20 18:00 - 23:00 UTC | KS
Visit relay.org/topekaks for event details and to register.
Survivors can pre-register at bit.ly/RFLSurvivor.
Registrations and donations are accepted at Relay. For additional event details, visit our event details page for FAQ’s and what to expect.
Download our event program.

Event Schedule

6:00pm – Kid Zone (Face Painting, Ultimate Bounce Inflatables)

Activities (Human ring toss, ladder toss, cornhole, bowling)
Auction Tent open for viewing
Survivor Activities (Dinner, Steve Kyle Band, Registration)
Tumor-Nator’s Team Photobooth

7:00pm – Opening Ceremony + Survivor & Caregiver Lap

7:30pm – Team Laps

8:00pm – Hero Lap (childhood survivors, healthcare heroes, first responders)

Auction Online Bidding Ends

8:30pm – Topeka High Drumline Performance

(Pool Noodle) Horse Races

9:00pm – Luminaria Ceremony

9:30pm – Auction Pickup

10:00pm – Late Night Munchies + Blindfolded Musical Chairs

10:30pm – Pudding Eating Contest

10:45pm – Closing Ceremony

11:00pm – Relay Ends

STOP THE BLEED EXTRAVAGANZA!
2022-05-19 07:00 - 19:00 (America/Chicago) | Stormont Vail Health Pozez Education Center, 1500 SW 10th Ave, Topeka, KS, 66604, United States
May is Trauma Awareness month and May 19th is National Stop the Bleed Day! On this day we will be holding a class every hour on the hour from 7:00am to 7:00pm. Get trained! Save a life! No preregistration necessary!

Minutes count! Someone who is severely bleeding can bleed to death in as little as 5 minutes. That’s why bleeding control—keeping the blood inside the body—is the purpose of STOP THE BLEED® training.

The person next to a bleeding victim may very well be the one who’s most likely to save him or her from bleeding to death. By learning how to STOP THE BLEED®, you’ll gain the ability to recognize life-threatening bleeding and act quickly and effectively to control bleeding once you learn three quick techniques. Take the STOP THE BLEED® training course and become empowered to make a life or death difference when a bleeding emergency happens.

Car Fit
2022-05-16 14:00 - 16:00 (America/Chicago) | Topeka Public Library, 1515 SW 10th Ave, Topeka, Kansas, 66604, United States
Do you have trouble seeing over the steering wheel? Reaching the gas and brake pedals? Checking blind spots? The Stormont Vail Health Trauma team is hosting a free, interactive and educational CarFit session to teach you how to make your personal vehicle “fit” better. CarFit was developed by AAA, AARP and the American Occupational Therapy Association to fix those issues to increase your safety and mobility when you’re on the road.

The CarFit session is a quick, yet comprehensive, 12-point check of how well you and your car work together. During the 20 minute session, our team will check certain areas to make sure they are being properly used like head restraints and seat belts. Drive on in and get your car fitted for you.

This is not a driving test or mechanical inspection.

Smart Driver
2022-05-16 09:00 - 13:00 (America/Chicago) | Stormont Vail Health Pozez Education Center, 1500 SW 10th Ave, Topeka, KS, 66604, United States
Join the millions of safer drivers on the roads withthe award-winning AARP Smart Driver course—the latest from AARP Driver Safety. Please call 785-233-5885 to get registered today.

Car Seat Checkup Event
2022-05-14 09:00 - 12:00 (America/Chicago) | Kansas Children’s Discovery Center, 4400 SW 10th Ave, Topeka, Kansas, 66606
Safe Kids Shawnee County and Stormont Vail Health partner to provide this event. Meet with a certified Child Passenger Safety Technician to be sure your children ride safely. Learn how to install your child’s car seat or booster seat. Find out if it’s time for a change.

To prevent the spread of COVID-19: Maximum of 2 adults per car, masks are required for adults, and no COVID-19 symptoms or sick contacts.

Contact carseat@stormontvail.org with questions.

Breastfeeding Basics (In-Person)
2022-05-08 13:30 - 15:30 (America/Chicago) | Stormont Vail Health Pozez Education Center, 1500 SW 10th Ave, Topeka, KS, 66604, United States

Sports Physical Clinic
2022-05-07 08:00 - 14:00 (America/Chicago) | Cotton O’Neil Kanza Park, 2660 S.W. 3rd St., Topeka, KS, 66606, United States
As summer training is around the corner for next year’s sports season, call the team you trust for a physical.

Get your child’s 2022/2023 sports physical done early by taking advantage of our sports physical clinic. If your student athlete gets their physical done now with our specially trained Sports Medicine doctors at Cotton O’Neil, they’ll be able to focus on training to gear up for the next sports season.

The clinic is open to student athletes from all area high schools and junior highs who are playing sports next year.

Please enter the West doors and proceed to the 2nd floor

For more information, call Cotton O’Neil Orthopedics & Sports Medicine at (785) 270-8880 or visit stormontvail.org.

*Schools contracted with Cotton O’Neil athletic services will receive a donation to their athletic program with student participation

Childbirth Preparation (May 4, 11, 18) In-Person
2022-05-04 18:00 - 20:30 (America/Chicago) | Stormont Vail Health Pozez Education Center, 1500 SW 10th Ave, Topeka, KS, 66604, United States
Our childbirth classes are taught by experienced educators and are designed to help you and your support person feel more prepared for your labor and delivery experience. Learn about the stages of labor, pain management tools, breathing and relaxation techniques, how to involve your support person, and more! Dress comfortably and feel free to bring a pillow to help you feel more comfortable during breathing and relaxation exercises. It is ideal for this class to be completed one month to six weeks prior to your due date.
This class will be held in the Stormont Vail Health Pozez Education Center where couples will be socially distanced. Masks are required. Please enter through the main entrance of Stormont Vail Health.
Note: Enrollment includes expectant mother and one support person. This class is a series event and will meet May 4th, 11th, and 18th.

Preventing and Managing Compassion Fatigue
2022-05-04 17:30 - 18:30 (America/Chicago) | KS
What is compassion fatigue? What is burnout? How can you recognize the two? What tools can we use to overcome those feelings?

We are inviting all members of the community to join us on Facebook live to hear from Sherry Chesak, Ph. D., M.S., R.N. from Mayo Clinic, along with Brian Avila, Laura Kruger, Ashley Toyne, R.N., from Stormont Vail Health.

When: Wednesday, May 4, 2022 at 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.

Where: Facebook Live on the Stormont Vail Health Facebook page

Why: Get your questions answered from the best of the best experts who will give you techniques that you can use every day.

What you will take away: How to characterize compassion fatigue and the consequences, what is self-compassion, evidence-based techniques that enhance self-compassion in everyday life, and much more.

Finding Strength in the Darkest of Times: Methods for Building Individual and Team Resilience
2022-05-04 01:00 - 01:30 (America/Chicago) | Stormont Vail Health Pozez Education Center, 1500 SW 10th Ave, Topeka, KS, 66604, United States
What is burnout? How can you recognize burnout in others? What tools can we use to overcome those feelings?

Join us to ask questions and hear from Sherry Chesak, Ph. D., M.S., R.N. from Mayo Clinic about individual and team resiliency as we face burnout.

When: Wednesday, May 4, 2022 at 12:00 p.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Where: Stormont Vail Health employees and volunteers can participate at Pozez Auditorium

Community clinicians can participate on Zoom: https://bit.ly/3r6sL1u

What you will take away: what factors contribute to medical burnout and its impact, new skills to enhance both individual and team resilience, and reflection on the effectiveness of mindfulness-based practices to manage daily stress

Note: The seminar is offered in person to Stormont Vail Health team members and volunteers only

Walk with a Doc in Topeka
2022-04-16 09:00 - 10:00 (America/Chicago) | Washburn University, 1700 SW College Ave, Topeka, Kansas, 66621, United States
This doctor-led group is a fun and safe place to hear briefly about an important health topic and enjoy a walk outside with a physician each month.

In April, join Dr. Muhammad Salamat for an engaging discussion on cancer care while walking around Washburn University. Participants should meet at the east side of Lee Arena.

The walk is open to the community. Participation is free and pre-registration is not required.According to the American Heart Association, walking as little as 30 minutes a day can provide the following benefits:

Improve blood pressure and blood sugar levelsHelp maintain a healthy body weight and lower the risk of obesityEnhance mental well-beingReduce the risk of osteoporosis

Walk with a Doc (WWAD) is an international non-profit organization whose mission is to inspire communities through movement and conversation. Topeka joins a growing list of communities worldwide that have started local Walk with a Doc programs. Learn more at www.walkwithadoc.org.

Mark your calendar for upcoming events!

May 21 – Brad Chapin (Behavioral Health) and Dr. Shakila Tanjim (Behavioral Health)

June 18 – Dr. Kevin Dishman (Chief Medical Officer)

July 16 – Dr. Scott Teeter (Internal Medicine)

August 20 – Dr. Wael Khreiss (Surgery)

April 15 Stroke Symposium: Register Now!
2022-04-15 08:00 - 13:30 (America/Chicago) | KS
Stormont Vail Health is proud to host the upcoming Bi-State Stroke Consortium Symposium. Join us from anywhere for our virtual conference.

We are excited to announce that we have two Mayo Clinic speakers joining us, Stormont Vail representatives and a presentation from the Kansas Rehabilitation Hospital.

James F. Meschia, M.D., neurologist, Mayo Clinic, will present first “COVID-19 & Stroke”Talal Nassar, PharmD and Derrick Eddy, PharmD, Stormont Vail Health, will speak next “Alteplase vs. Tenecteplase in Ischemic Stroke: The current evidence.”Hartej Sethi, M.D., Stormont Vail Health, presents “Different Strokes: A didactic review of stroke cases”Oana M. Dumitrascu, M.D., senior associate neurologist, Mayo Clinic, discusses “Stroke in Younger Adults” Rachel Hocker, COTA/L, CBIS and Beth Muldrow, PT, DPT, CBIS, C/NDT, Kansas Rehabilitation Hospital ends the conference with “Positioning & Moving the Hemi Patient”

All Stormont Vail Health employees, area health professionals and students are encouraged to attend. Registration closes Tuesday, April 12 at 5 p.m. Registration is free for members of the Bi-State Stroke Consortium and EMS personnel. Stormont Vail Health is a member of the consortium.

See the full agenda and register here: https://www.eeds.com/portal_live_events.aspx?ConferenceID=699354.

Welcome Baby In-Person
2022-04-10 13:30 - 16:30 (America/Chicago) | Stormont Vail Health Pozez Education Center, 1500 SW 10th Ave, Topeka, KS, 66604, United States
This three hour class will consist of updated information for the whole family. Such topics include an overview of basic infant care incorporating breastfeeding, bathing techniques, diapering, swaddling, car seat information. Sleep safety, access to community resources and baby wearing (slings). One segment will be dedicated to dads. This will be an opportunity for dads to discuss their questions about fatherhood among other men. Finally, adjustment to parenthood as well as nurturing your relationship with your support person will be covered in this class. Mothers are welcome to bring their support person, family or a friend who provides support during their pregnancy and beyond.
Note: Enrollment includes expectant mother and one support person.

Car Seat Checkup Event
2022-04-09 09:00 - 12:00 (America/Chicago) | SENT Hi-Crest Market, 455 SE Golf Park Blvd, Topeka, Kansas, 66605, United States

Childbirth Preparation (April 9 & 10) In-Person
2022-04-09 09:00 - 12:00 (America/Chicago) | Stormont Vail Health Pozez Education Center, 1500 SW 10th Ave, Topeka, KS, 66604, United States
Our childbirth classes are taught by experienced educators and are designed to help you and your support person feel more prepared for your labor and delivery experience. Learn about the stages of labor, pain management tools, breathing and relaxation techniques, how to involve your support person, and more! Dress comfortably and feel free to bring a pillow to help you feel more comfortable during breathing and relaxation exercises. It is ideal for this class to be completed one month to six weeks prior to your due date.
This class will be held in the Stormont Vail Health Pozez Education Center where couples will be socially distanced. Masks are required. Please enter through the main entrance of Stormont Vail Health.
Note: Enrollment includes expectant mother and one support person. This weekend class option will meet two days in a row from 9 am to 12 noon each day to cover all content.

Stepping On: Group A (Thursday April 7 - May 26)
2022-04-07 09:00 - 2022-05-26 11:00 (America/Chicago) | KS
Falls are the leading cause of injury and hospitalization for trauma — as well as trauma-related death — among older adults. If you are 65 or older and are concerned about falls, this workshop provides information on keeping balance, the causes of falls, and dangers to look out for. Topics covered include:

• Simple and fun balance and strength training • The role that vision plays in keeping your balance • How medications can contribute to falls • What to look for in safe footwear • How to eliminate fall hazards in your home

We meet in person for 2 hours every week in small groups for 7 weeks.At this time we are only offering Stepping On in person but must be prepared to go virtually if needed. You must have reliable internet access, a computer with a web camera, microphone and speaker to allow for videoconferencing. If you are not able to participate by videoconferencing, please sign up for our Stepping On waiting list by emailing abucklan@stormontvail.org and we will notify you when in-person sessions resume.

Class 01 – April 07Class 02 – April 14Class 03 – April 21Class 04 – April 28Class 05 – May 05Class 06 – May 12Class 07 – May 19Class 08 – May 26For more information, please contact Stormont Vail Health’s Injury Prevention Coordinator at (785) 354-5117 or email abucklan@stormontvail.org

Childbirth Preparation (April 6th & 13th) Virtual
2022-04-06 18:00 - 20:30 (America/Chicago) | Online, See event details for more information
