STOP THE BLEED
2023-03-09 18:00 - 19:30, 2023-03-18 09:00 - 10:30, 2023-04-13 18:00 - 19:30, 2023-05-11 18:00 - 19:30, 2023-05-20 09:00 - 10:30 (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.

Car Seat Checkup Event
2023-03-11 09:00 - 12:00 | Shawnee Heights Fire #23, 5301 SE California Ave, Topeka, Kansas, 66609
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.

Walk with a Doc Program
2023-03-18 09:00 - 10:00 | 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.

Join Dr. Mary Franz on Saturday, March 18, as we learn about staying healthy in retirement. Participants should meet at the east side of Lee Arena at Washburn University.

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!

4/18/2023 – Midwest Transplant (Organ Donation)

5/20/2023 – Dr. Randall Schumacher (Pediatrics)

Girl to Woman
2023-03-25 09:00 - 12:00 | Stormont Vail Health Pozez Education Center, 1500 SW 10th Ave, Topeka, KS, 66604, United States
The time in a girls 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
2023-03-25 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 boys life between the ages of 10-13 is filled with many physical and emotional changes. These changes are exciting, but also 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.

Childbirth Preparation (March 25th 9am-1pm & 26th 1pm-4pm) In-Person
2023-03-25 09:00 - 2023-03-26 16:00 | 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 where couples will be socially distanced. Masks are required. Please enter through the main entrance of Stormont Vail Health.
Notes: Enrollment includes expectant mother and one support person. This weekend class option will meet two days in a row (March 25th from 9 am to 1 pm and March 26th from 1 pm to 4 pm) to cover all content.

Injury Prevention Awareness for the Older Adult Event
2023-03-27 09:00 - 16:00 | Topeka Public Library, 1515 SW 10th Ave, Topeka, Kansas, 66604, United States
Please join us for this free educational event and learn tips how to be the safest driver possible. We’ll cover older adult injury prevention in Shawnee County with the opportunity to have our trained volunteers ensure you have the safest fit in your vehicle.

Additional information available:

Driver Improvement Class

Car Fit Check Lane

Community Resources

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

Free to register. Lunch will be provided the day of the event.

Breastfeeding Basics In-Person
2023-04-02 13:30 - 15:30, 2023-05-14 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 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.

Better Breathers Club
2023-04-04 14:00 - 15:00 | Kansas
In-Person and Virtual Option

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 (April 5, 12, 19) In-Person
2023-04-05 18:00 - 20:30 | 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 April 5th, 12th, and 19th from 6 to 8:30 pm each night.

Bi-State Stroke Symposium
2023-04-07 08:30 - 15:00 | Stormont Vail Health Pozez Education Center, 1500 SW 10th Ave, Topeka, KS, 66604, United States
Stormont Vail Health is proud to host the upcoming Bi-State Stroke Consortium Symposium. Join us in the Pozez Education Center at Stormont Vail Hospital.

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

Pre-registration is required. Registration closes Wednesday, April 5: stormontvail.eeds.com

National Healthcare Decisions Day
2023-04-16 00:00 - 23:59 | Kansas
Now is the time to create a living will, talk openly with your loved ones about your wishes, and appoint a healthcare power of attorney.

Walk with a Doc - April 22
2023-04-22 09:00 - 10:00 | Kansas
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.

Join Dr. Dishman on Saturday, April 22, as we learn about the importance of organ donation with Midwest Transplant. Participants should meet at the east side of Lee Arena at Washburn University.

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!

5/20/2023 – Dr. Randall Schumacher (Pediatrics) and SafeKids

6/17/2023 – Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month

7/22/2023 – Dr. Raney, Men’s Health Awareness

Welcome Baby In-Person
2023-04-23 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.
Note: Enrollment includes expectant mother and one support person.

Childbirth Preparation (May 3,10,&17) Virtual
2023-05-03 18:00 - 19:30 | 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!
Virtual childbirth class will be an online meeting with experienced instructors to review information and answer questions. The class will consist of three sessions (May 3, 10, & 17) to cover all content. Instructors will communicate via email with a link to join the virtual meeting.
Note: Enrollment includes one expectant mother and one support person.
Childbirth Class Meeting LINK and INFOHosted by Odom, Laura
https://stormontvail.webex.com/stormontvail/j.php?MTID=mb77b5bed3b7ba7d2c5a68b8d2103fe6bWednesday, May 3, 2023 6:00 PM | 1 hour 30 minutes | (UTC-05:00) Central Time (US & Canada)Occurs every Wednesday effective 5/3/2023 until 5/17/2023 from 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM, (UTC-05:00) Central Time (US & Canada)Meeting number: 2482 517 1742Password: [REDACTED]
Join by video systemDial 24825171742@stormontvail.webex.comYou can also dial 173.243.2.68 and enter your meeting number.
Join by phone+1-415-655-0002 United States Toll
Access code: 248 251 71742
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

Sports Physical Day
2023-05-13 08:00 - 14:00 | Cotton O’Neil Kanza Park, 2660 S.W. 3rd St., Topeka, KS, 66606, United States
Cotton O’Neil Orthopedics and Sports Medicine are hosting a sports physical day on Saturday, May 13, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., at Cotton O’Neil Kanza Park. The sports physicals given at this clinic will be valid for the 2023/2024 sports season.

The event is open to all middle school and high school student athletes. Each physical will cost $20 by cash, check, or card. The student athletes do not have to be an active patient of Stormont Vail or Cotton O’Neil.

Car Seat Checkup Event
2023-05-13 09:00 - 12:00 | Kansas Children’s Discovery Center, 4400 SW 10th Ave, Topeka, Kansas, 66606

Sibling Class Ages 3-6 years
2023-05-13 13:30 - 14:30 | 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.

Sibling Class Ages 7 and Up
2023-05-13 15:00 - 16:00 | Stormont Vail Health Pozez Education Center, 1500 SW 10th Ave, Topeka, KS, 66604, United States

AARP Smart Driver Course
2023-05-15 09:00 - 13:00 | Kansas
Join the millions of safer drivers on the road with the award-winning AARP Smart Driver course – the latest from AARP Driver Safety.

$20 For AARP members | $25 for non-members | Please bring payment to class.

Please call (785) 233-5885 to get registered today!

Walk with a Doc - May 20
2023-05-20 09:00 - 10:00 | 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.

Join Dr. Schumacher on Saturday, May 20, as we learn about our connection to Safekids and host a BIKE HELMET GIVEAWAT. Participants should meet at the east side of Lee Arena at Washburn University and kids are invited to bring their bikes.

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!

6/17/2023 – Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month

7/15/2023 – Dr. Raney, Men’s Health Awareness

Childbirth Preparation (May 20 & 21) In-Person
2023-05-20 09:00 - 2023-05-21 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 (May 20th and 21st) from 9 am to 1 pm each day to cover all content.

Open Nursing Interviews - Flint Hills Campus
2023-06-01 10:00 - 14:00 | Stormont Vail – Flint Hills Campus, 1102 St. Marys Rd., Junction City, Kansas, 66441, United States
Nurses are in high demand and our Flint Hills Campus has many opportunities for you! Bring your resume and come see us on June 1st to find out more about joining the team and which roles might suit you best. Some of our great benefits include free continuing education credits, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and vision, dental and health insurance. We look forward to meeting you!

Nursing Open Interview Event
2023-06-07 09:00 - 18:00 | Stormont Vail Health Human Resources, 1615 SW 8th Avenue, Topeka, Kansas, 66605, United States
RNs, LPNs, and MAs are in high demand, and our Ambulatory Clinics have many opportunities for you! Please bring your resume to Stormont Vail Health Human Resources on June 7 to learn more about joining the team and which roles could be a fit for you! Our address is 1615 SW 8th Avenue, Topeka, KS 66605.

We offer great benefits like free CEUs, tuition reimbursement, Paid Time Off with your first check, no weekends or holidays, and health, vision, dental, supplemental life and disability insurance.

Emerging Leaders Program Graduation
2023-06-07 12:00 - 14:00 | Pozez Education Center Auditorium, 1505 SW 8th Ave, Topeka, Kansas, 66606, United States
Emerging Leaders Program Graduation

Come celebrate our graduates and their accomplishments!

*Open to all SVH team members and the graduate’s families and friends*
