Donate Blood Today – Make a Lifesaving Impact Tomorrow
2026-05-20 10:00 - 15:00 (America/Chicago) | Stormont Vail Health in Centennial Rooms A & D, 1500 SW 10th Ave, Topeka, Kansas, 66604, United States
One small act can make a lifesaving difference in our community. Your donation can save up to three lives.

10 a.m.–3 p.m.

Wednesday, May 20, 2026

Centennial Rooms A & D, Stormont Vail Hospital

Sign up at savealifenow.org/group

Use group code TPKS.

Questions?

Contact Melissa Morgan at (785) 270-4788 or melissa.morgan@stormontvail.org.

2026 APP Educational Summit Chief Complaint: Back Pain
2026-05-21 08:00 - 17:00 | KS
Registration will close June 25th.

Learners must text in attendance or sign in on the eeds app or website before or during the conference to document participation and claim your CEs!

Stormont Vail Health does not provide technical support for personal devices. Learners are responsible for being familiar with and insuring their device is compatible and up to date with virtual platform requirements.

Conference Location

Stormont Vail Hospital: ACC8, Topeka, KS

Presentations:

12:00 PM – 2:00 PM2026 APP Summit: Chief Complaint of Back Pain

Melynda Swoyer, APRN – Stormont Vail Health

12:00 PM – 2:00 PM2026 APP Summit: Chief Complaint of Back Pain

Evan Kavanaugh, APRN – Stormont Vail Health

12:00 PM – 2:00 PM2026 APP Summit: Chief Complaint of Back Pain

Rebecca Rogers, DPT – Midwest Health

2026 Excellence in EMS Award Celebration
2026-05-22 08:00 - 14:00 | Stormont Vail Sleep Center, 1615 S.W. 8th Ave., Topeka, Kansas, 66606, United States
Honoring National EMS Week & National Trauma Survivors Day

During National EMS Week (May 17–23, 2026) and National Trauma Survivors Day (May 20), we’re recognizing the lifesaving work of our EMS professionals and the trauma survivors whose recovery stories bring that work full circle.

If you’ve experienced or seen extraordinary care, compassion, or professionalism, share their story.

Nominate an EMS Professional

Excellence in EMS Award Celebration: May 22

Join us for the Excellence in EMS Award Celebration, a community event honoring EMS professionals, trauma survivors, and the teams who support them every step of the way.

What to Expect

Excellence in EMS Award presentation

Food trucks and refreshments

Therapy dog visits

Family‑friendly activities and yard games

Local resources for trauma recovery and support

Meals for Miracles at Jefferson’s
2026-05-25 00:00 - 2026-05-29 23:59 | Jefferson’s in Topeka, 2915 SW Wanamaker Rd, Topeka, Kansas, 66614, United States
Enjoy a great meal while supporting a great cause. During Meals for Miracles, Jefferson’s is generously donating its time, staff, and food so that 100% of ticket proceeds benefit Children’s Miracle Network at Stormont Vail Health, helping support children’s care in our community.

Each ticket includes:

One entrée

One non-alcoholic drink

A direct donation to Children’s Miracle Network at Stormont Vail

Seats are limited—save yours today:

Get Your Tickets

Breastfeeding Basics
2026-05-31 13:30 - 15:30, 2026-07-05 13:30 - 15:30 | Stormont Vail Health Pozez Education Center, 1500 SW 10th Ave, Topeka, KS, 66604, United States
This introduction to breastfeeding will provide pregnant people and their families an opportunity to learn 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 Education Center. Please enter through the main entrance of Stormont Vail Health.

Note: Enrollment includes expectant parent and one support person

Childbirth Preparation (June 3, 10, & 17)
2026-06-03 18:00 - 20:15 | 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. 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 June 3rd, 10th, and 17th from 6 to 8:15 pm each night.

Walk with an APP (Junction City): June 2026
2026-06-06 09:00 - 10:00 | Simpler Stadium, 900 N. Eisenhower Dr., Junction City, Kansas, 66441, United States
Take Steps to Better Mental Health with Michelle Boggs, APRN

Feeling stressed or curious about mental health but unsure where to begin? Join Michelle Boggs, APRN, for Walk with an APP in Junction City.

During this casual, one‑mile walk, Michelle, a behavioral health specialist at Stormont Vail Health’s Manhattan Campus and Flint Hills Campus, will answer questions about stress, mental well‑being and when it may be helpful to see a specialist.

This free event welcomes all ages and activity levels. Wear comfortable shoes and participate at your own pace. Rain plan: If weather does not permit an outdoor walk, the event will move indoors to the Junction City Municipal Building, 700 N. Jefferson St.

Welcome Baby
2026-06-07 13:30 - 16:00 | Stormont Vail Health Pozez Education Center, 1500 SW 10th Ave, Topeka, KS, 66604, United States
This class is designed to provide up to date information about newborn care, safe sleep, car seat safety, calming a fussy baby, feedings, and more. Adjustments to parenthood as well as nurturing your relationship with your support person will also 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. Class will consist of a combination of presentation and hands on practice of techniques such as diapering and swaddling.

Class is held in the Pozez Education Center Auditorium at Stormont Vail Hospital.

2026 Stormont Vail Grand Rounds
2026-06-10 12:00 - 13:00 | Stormont Vail Health Pozez Education Center, 1500 SW 10th Ave, Topeka, KS, 66604, United States
2026 Stormont Vail Grand Rounds is offered in person at Stormont Vail Hospital, Topeka campus and virtually via the Zoom platform. Registration is not required. Lunch will be available for in person attendees.

Attendees must record attendance the day of the activity. Attendance will not be granted for past dates/events. Logging into the webinar does not count as attendance.

Stormont Vail Health does not provide technical support for personal devices. Learners are responsible for being familiar with and insuring their device is compatible and up to date with virtual platform requirements.

The Role of a Pulmonary Disease Educator

Brittany Rumold, RRT, CPRP, PDE – Stormont Vail Health

Melanie Reamer, RRT, PDE, CTTS, CPRP – Stormont Vail Health

Matter of Balance: Group C (June 11-July 30, 2026)
2026-06-11 10:00 - 12:00 | Avondale East Community Resource Center, 455 SE Golf Park Blvd, Topeka, Kansas, 66605, United States
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 once a week for 2 hour sessions for 8 weeks starting Thursday June 11, 2026 at 10:00am. We will meet at Avondale East Community Resource Center, 455 SE Golf Park Blvd, Topeka KS 66605.

Session 1 – Jun 11thSession 2 – Jun 18thSession 3 – Jun 25thSession 4 – Jul 2ndSession 5 – Jul 9thSession 6 – Jul 16thSession 7 – Jul 23rdSession 8 – Jul 30th

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

STOP THE BLEED
2026-06-11 18:00 - 19:00, 2026-07-18 09:00 - 10:00, 2026-08-13 18:00 - 19:00 | Stormont Vail Hospital – Centennial A, 1500 SW 10th Ave, Topeka, Kansas, 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.

Girl to Woman
2026-06-13 09:00 - 12:00 | Stormont Vail Health Pozez Education Center, 1500 SW 10th Ave, Topeka, KS, 66604, United States
The time in a girl’s life between the ages of 8-12 is one of physical and emotional changes. This program for girls and their parent will address menstruation and other physical changes of puberty, the emotional upheaval of adolescence and communication techniques for parent and daughter.
Fee: $25 for each parent/child duo; $12.50 for each additional sibling. Payment is collected at class.Note: RSVP includes one parent/child duo.

Boy to Man
2026-06-13 09:00 - 12:00 | Stormont Vail Health Pozez Education Center, 1500 SW 10th Ave, Topeka, KS, 66604, United States
Boys experience puberty also and while usually starting later than girls, the time in a boy’s life between the ages of 10-13 is filled with many physical and emotional changes. These changes are exciting but are often puzzling, sometimes embarrassing, and usually challenging to a young adolescent. Join us for a discussion that will focus on the physiological changes of puberty, the developmental tasks of early adolescence and ways to improve communication between boys and their parents. This class features a time for boys and their parents to be together but also have time for facilitated discussion separately.

Fee: $25 for each parent/child duo; $12.50 for each additional sibling. Payment is collected at class.

Car Seat Checkup Event
2026-06-13 09:00 - 12:00 | Beautiful Savior Lutheran Church, 5905 SW 10th Ave, Topeka, Kansas
Visit with a Certified Child Passenger Safety Technician. Learn how to install your child’s car seat or booster seat. Find out if it’s time for a change.

2026 Trauma Grand Rounds
2026-06-17 07:00 - 08:00 | KS
Will be offered in person and virtually via Zoom webinar.

Attendees must record attendance the day of the activity. Attendance will not be granted for past dates/events. Logging into the webinar does not count as attendance.

2026 Trauma Grand Rounds is offered in person at Stormont Vail Hospital, Topeka campus and virtually via the Zoom platform. Registration is not required.

Stormont Vail Health does not provide technical support for personal devices. Learners are responsible for being familiar with and insuring their device is compatible and up to date with virtual platform requirements.

Brain Injury GuidelinesChad Tuchek, MD – Stormont Vail Health

Conference LocationStormont Vail Hospital Topeka Campus & Zoom Webinar

2026 Time Critical Diagnosis Updates
2026-06-17 09:00 - 12:30 | KS
Note that only the morning session is accredited. Lunch and afternoon activities are optional for in person attendees only.

Attendees are responsible for recording their attendance using the six digit code provided. Attendance will not be awarded post-conference.

By registering for this activity, you give consent for Stormont Vail Health to share your name with other participants & exhibitors.

Date, times, speakers and credit amounts are subject to change.

By registering for this activity, you give consent for Stormont Vail Health to share your name with other participants & exhibitors.

Stormont Vail Health does not provide technical support for personal devices. Learners are responsible for being familiar with and insuring their device is compatible and up to date with virtual platform requirements.

Presentations:

8:55 AMWelcome

9:00 AMOptimizing Neonatal Outcomes Following Unexpected Delivery I the Field & Other Non-Hospital Settings

Kathryn Baird, APRN, NNP-BC – Stormont Vail Health

Trisha Hardie, APRN, BSN, RN – Stormont Vail Health

9:45 AMStreamlining Stroke Systems of Care: From First Contact to Transfer

Shamik S. Shah, MD, MPH – Stormont Vail Health

10:30 AMBreak

10:40 AMField EKG STEMI Recognition

Seshu Rao, MD – Stormont Vail Health

11:25 AMUtilizing HOTT Protocol

Wade Stinson, MD – Stormont Vail Health

12:10 PMClosing Remarks

12:15 PM – 2:45 PMLunch & Tour of SVH Emergency Department/Trauma Bay/Helipad. Skills Lab following tour. (no accreditation)

Walk with a Doc (Topeka) | June 2026
2026-06-20 09:00 - 10:00 | Washburn University – Lee Arena, 901 SW Mulvane St, Topeka, Kansas, 66621, United States
Join us for an upcoming Walk with a Doc featuring Dr. Karli Alderson. During this free one-mile walk, Dr. Alderson will share helpful insights on building healthy habits, understanding weight management, and creating realistic, sustainable lifestyle changes for the whole family.

Whether you’re just getting started on your wellness journey or looking for new ways to stay active, this is a great opportunity to take a step toward better health. All ages and activity levels are encouraged to participate.

Online Breastfeeding Basics
2026-06-28 13:30 - 15:30 | KS
Online Option! This introduction to breastfeeding will provide pregnant people and their families an opportunity to learn 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.

Instructors will email a Webex link to the class within one week of class date.

Online Childbirth Preparation (July 8, 15, & 22)
2026-07-08 18:00 - 19:30 | KS
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!

Online childbirth class will be an online meeting with experienced instructors to review information and answer questions. The class will consist of three sessions (July 8th, 15th, and 22nd) to cover all content. Meeting link:https://stormontvail.webex.com/stormontvail/j.php?MTID=m8aedb269ce8403990c9f896929999695

Meeting number:2487 498 3333

Meeting password:[REDACTED]

Join from a video system or applicationDial 24874983333@stormontvail.webex.comYou can also dial 173.243.2.68 and enter your meeting number.

Join by phone+1-415-655-0002 TollAccess code: 24874983333

Global call-in numbershttps://stormontvail.webex.com/stormontvail/globalcallin.php?MTID=m3b262ec7c7afd5776971def4a2af270b

Note: 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

Touch Relaxation

Walk with a Doc (Junction City)
2026-07-11 09:00 - 10:00 | Simpler Stadium, 900 N. Eisenhower Dr., Junction City, Kansas, 66441, United States
Take Steps to Better Men’s Health with Jason Butler, D.O.

Men’s health often gets put on the back burner, but taking the first step can be easier than you think.

Join Dr. Jason Butler, emergency medicine specialist at Stormont Vail Health Flint Hills Campus, for a one-mile walk focused on men’s health.

Learn about preventive screenings, everyday habits, and simply ways to stay on top of your health.

This free event is open to all ages and activity levels. Wear comfortable shoes and bring water! Rain plan: If weather does not allow an outdoor walk, the event will move indoors to the Junction City Municipal Building, 700 N. Jefferson St.

Car Seat Checkup Event
2026-07-11 09:00 - 12:00 | YMCA, 3635 SW Chelsea Drive, Topeka, Kansas

Childbirth Preparation (July 11th & 12th)
2026-07-11 09:00 - 13:00 | 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. 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 (July 11 & 12) from 9 am to 1 pm each day to cover all content.

Walk with a Provider: July 2026 (Topeka)
2026-07-18 09:00 - 10:00 | Washburn University – Lee Arena, 901 SW Mulvane St, Topeka, Kansas, 66621, United States
Take a 1 mile walk with Elizabeth Rincon and learn about the importance of having Spanish speaking healthcare providers in our community.

This provider-led group is a fun and safe place to go for a walk, hear briefly about an important health topic, and enjoy a walk with a healthcare provider.

Donate Blood Today, Make a Lifesaving Impact Tomorrow
2026-07-29 10:00 - 14:00 | Martha K. Hoover Conference Room, Medical Arts I, Stormont Vail Health Flint Hills Campus, 1102 St. Marys Rd., Junction City, Kansas, 66441, United States
One small act can make a lifesaving difference in our community. Your donation can save up to three lives.

Sign up at savealifenow.org/group

Use group code EW81

Questions?

Contact Catrina Sanders at 785-579-4446 or catrina.sanders@stormontvail.org.

Walk With a Provider – Junction City | August 2026
2026-08-08 09:00 - 10:00 | Simpler Stadium, 900 N. Eisenhower Dr., Junction City, Kansas, 66441, United States
Walk Toward Awareness: Next Walk with a Provider (Junction City)

Alzheimer’s disease affects more than memory. It affects families, friends, and caregivers, too.

Join Tiffany Naccarato, APRN, for a conversation about Alzheimer’s disease and the importance of early recognition. As a healthcare provider and Alzheimer’s advocate, Tiffany brings a unique perspective to understanding the challenges individuals and families face.

Whether you’re caring for a loved one, concerned about memory changes, or simply want to better understand Alzheimer’s, this free community walk offers an opportunity to get active and learn from a provider who brings both professional expertise and a personal commitment to Alzheimer’s awareness.

Car Seat Checkup Event
2026-08-08 09:00 - 12:00 | Silver Lake Community Center, 404 E. Lake St., Silver Lake, Kansas

Childbirth Preparation (August 12, 19, & 26)
2026-08-12 18:00 - 20:15 | 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. 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 August 12th, 19th, and 26th from 6 to 8:15 pm each night.
