Riverside Health System

GHX Honors Top-Performing Healthcare Providers with 2023 Supply Chains of Distinction Award

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Tuesday, March 5, 2024
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LOUISVILLE, Colo., March 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Global Healthcare Exchange (GHX) today announced the inaugural class of its Supply Chains of Distinction Award for 2023, which recognizes top performing hospitals and health systems in North America.

Key Points: 
  • LOUISVILLE, Colo., March 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Global Healthcare Exchange (GHX) today announced the inaugural class of its Supply Chains of Distinction Award for 2023, which recognizes top performing hospitals and health systems in North America.
  • Industry-leading supply chains have evolved to become more automated, data-driven and resilient, giving rise to a set of best practice "perfect order" metrics that measure an organization's supply chain performance.
  • The Supply Chains of Distinction Award honors GHX Exchange-connected provider organizations that excelled in driving best-in-class supply chain operations.
  • The following organizations represent the class of 2023 Supply Chains of Distinction Award recipients.

Riverside Health System and Upfront Healthcare Announce Success of Joint Patient Engagement Program for Total Hip and Knee Replacement Journeys

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Wednesday, February 7, 2024
Data Management, Practice Management, Physical Therapy, Technology, Managed Care, Health, Health Technology, Other Technology, Hospitals, Surgery, Networks, THR, Knee, Up Front, KOOS, Hip, Patient, RHS, Certification, Riverside Health System, Education, Health care, Associate, TKR, Nursing

The success of the orthopedic care journey program has resulted in RHS scaling Upfront’s patient engagement technology to Riverside Walter Reed Hospital (RWRH).

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  • The success of the orthopedic care journey program has resulted in RHS scaling Upfront’s patient engagement technology to Riverside Walter Reed Hospital (RWRH).
  • Increased patient engagement – 97.5% platform participation with overall engagement and a click-through rate of 85%.
  • Comprehensive patient education is essential for successful joint replacement surgeries, and is also mandatory for the DNV Advanced Hip and Knee Replacement Certification.
  • “Riverside Health System selected Upfront Healthcare’s patient engagement platform for its ability to develop personalized microsites that win patient loyalty as they are guided on their orthopedic care journey.

DNV Broadens Certification Program Related to Healthcare Operations and the Physical Environment

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Friday, March 17, 2023
Riverside Health System, Maintenance, Accreditation, CHOP, Central Energy Trust Arena, ISO, ICRA, Life Safety Code, MBA, Associate, MS, Certification, OSHA, ISO 9001, DNV, ISO 9001:2015, Knowledge, Health, Environment, NFPA, Nursing, Medical device

Katy, TX, March 17, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- DNV has recently expanded its Certified Healthcare Operations Professional (CHOP) program by introducing a new credentialing tier known as CHOP-Executive (CHOP-E).

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  • Katy, TX, March 17, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- DNV has recently expanded its Certified Healthcare Operations Professional (CHOP) program by introducing a new credentialing tier known as CHOP-Executive (CHOP-E).
  • This serves as the ultimate level of certification for individuals who are accountable for or engaged in managing the hospital physical environment.
  • The CHOP program is designed to serve as either a training course or credentialing program.
  • This training is relevant to individuals working in hospital facilities management, accreditation, quality, performance improvement, or areas that interact with the physical environment.

David Strand to Join UnisLink Leadership Team as Executive Chairman

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Thursday, January 5, 2023
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PHOENIX, Jan. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- UnisLink, a leading provider of end-to-end revenue cycle and population health management services to independent physician practices, ACOs, and value-based care groups, has named David Strand the Executive Chairman of UnisLink.

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  • PHOENIX, Jan. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- UnisLink, a leading provider of end-to-end revenue cycle and population health management services to independent physician practices, ACOs, and value-based care groups, has named David Strand the Executive Chairman of UnisLink.
  • David Strand joins revenue cycle and population health management service leader UnisLink as Executive Chairman.
  • Mr. Strand has spent more than 30 years providing executive leadership to some of the nation's leading health care institutions, including serving as COO of the Cleveland Clinic, COO of Allina Health System and CEO of Medica.
  • "We are very excited to have David Strand provide leadership and guidance to the rest of the UnisLink executive team as the company enters a new phase of accelerated growth," said Max Osofsky, a General Partner at Riverside Partners.

An Achievable Dream Announces Sponsors of Class of 2023 at 30th Anniversary Celebration

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Friday, November 18, 2022
Linda, Family, Virginia Beach City Public Schools, LLP, Ferguson Enterprises, Newport News, Virginia, Riverside Health System, Smithfield Foods, Levin, Dollar Tree, AAD, Friends, Dream, Student, Partnership, Frank, Workforce, School, Downey, The Country House (restaurant), Social, NEWS, Mary Elizabeth Downey, Learning, Curriculum, Lee Group, SAME, News, Religious education, Memory, Christopher Newport University, Newport News Public Schools, RJ Lee Group, Tutoring, Management, Route 102 (Virginia–West Virginia)

NEWPORT NEWS, Va., Nov. 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- An Achievable Dream (AAD) announced, Riverside Health System and William B. "Bill" Downey, retiring CEO, and his family as the sponsor of the Class of 2023 during AAD's 30th Anniversary Celebration on Saturday, November 12, 2022, at Christopher Newport University. Guests gathered to celebrate 30 years of dreams and nearly 1,000 graduates from the innovative education program. As a class sponsor, The Downey's and Riverside have committed to providing annual merit scholarships for each member of the class for each year they attend college and maintain a certain grade point average. The graduates of the Class of 2023, who were honored at the 30th Anniversary Celebration, will be known as the Downey Family and Riverside Health System Scholars.

Key Points: 
  • "Bill" Downey, retiring CEO, and his family as the sponsor of the Class of 2023 during AAD's 30th Anniversary Celebration on Saturday, November 12, 2022, at Christopher Newport University.
  • The graduates of the Class of 2023, who were honored at the 30th Anniversary Celebration, will be known as the Downey Family and Riverside Health System Scholars.
  • Of the Downey's sponsorship of the Class of 2023, Dr. Lee Vreeland, president and CEO of An Achievable Dream, shared, "I could not think of a better sponsor for this class.
  • We are honored that Bill and his family and Riverside Health System have chosen to sponsor the Class of 2023."

WellSky® Joins National Coalition Committed to Standardizing Social Determinants of Health Data Sharing

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Wednesday, September 28, 2022
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WellSky , a leading health and community care technology company, today announced it is taking a significant role in the national effort to increase access to and facilitate sharing of social determinants of health (SDoH) information across care settings.

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  • WellSky , a leading health and community care technology company, today announced it is taking a significant role in the national effort to increase access to and facilitate sharing of social determinants of health (SDoH) information across care settings.
  • The Sync for Social Needs coalition will unite HL7 International, Rush University System for Health, Tufts Medicine, Riverside Health System, SCAN Health Plan, Sanford Health System, BayCare, Geisinger, and the Veterans Health Administration to standardize sharing of the types of patient data screened for, collected, and integrated on social determinants of health like food insecurity.
  • As a member of the coalition, WellSky will evaluate and plan to pilot the integration of specific social needs screening tools in electronic medical record systems.
  • The WellSky Social Care Coordination solution provides an infrastructure that integrates social supports into healthcare delivery through a comprehensive national directory of social services and predictive analytics for assessing social risk.

Riverside Health & Rehabilitation Center Responds to Community Need for Parkinson's Disease Care With Its Advanced Program

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Thursday, April 7, 2022
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EAST HARTFORD, Conn., April 07, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Riverside Health & Rehabilitation Center now offers advanced programming for Parkinson's Disease patients.

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  • EAST HARTFORD, Conn., April 07, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Riverside Health & Rehabilitation Center now offers advanced programming for Parkinson's Disease patients.
  • "Parkinson's is a disease that affectsmany people in our community, and they need support.One in 200 people in our neighborhoods are trying to live their lives while dealingwith this debilitatingdisease.
  • Upon admission to the Parkinson's Program at Riverside, residents receive acomprehensive rehabilitation assessment to include physical therapy, occupational therapy and speech.
  • "Medication Management with a Parkinson's patient is crucial," said Ann Spenard, DNP, RN-BC, Chief Clinical Officer, National Health Care Associates.

GHX Celebrates the Best 50 North American Healthcare Providers for Supply Chain Excellence

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Tuesday, March 8, 2022
Linda, Los Angeles County Department of Health Services, Organization, Hospital, Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady University, Automation, Exchange, Mountain View, Newport News, Virginia, Loma Linda, California, Greater Baltimore Medical Center, Lehigh Valley Health Network, UC San Diego Health, Blanchard Valley Health System, UC, Health, Rush University Medical Center, CEO, Riverside Health System, Stanford University Medical Center, Southwest General Health Center, NYU Langone Health, Face, Nebraska Methodist Health System, Health insurance, Dentistry, Canal

LOUISVILLE, Colo., March 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Global Healthcare Exchange (GHX) today announced its annual list of the Best 50 supply chains, which recognizes the highest performing healthcare provider organizations in North America.

Key Points: 
  • LOUISVILLE, Colo., March 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Global Healthcare Exchange (GHX) today announced its annual list of the Best 50 supply chains, which recognizes the highest performing healthcare provider organizations in North America.
  • Honored for their work in improving operational performance while driving down costs through supply chain automation, the Best 50 honorees stand out among North America's premier hospitals for setting the standard for supply chain excellence.
  • "These leaders know that to achieve operational efficiency, cost-effectiveness and improve patient care, it's critical to fortify the supply chain through automation," said Bruce Johnson, president and CEO, GHX.
  • Organizations such as the Best 50 are leading healthcare toward a more value-driven future.

Riverside Health & Rehab Center Expands Its Advanced Pulmonary Program

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Wednesday, September 29, 2021
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The Advanced Pulmonary Program at Riverside Health and Rehabilitation Center, an affiliate of National Health Care Associates Inc. , in East Hartford, CT, helps those in need of dedicated pulmonary care.

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  • The Advanced Pulmonary Program at Riverside Health and Rehabilitation Center, an affiliate of National Health Care Associates Inc. , in East Hartford, CT, helps those in need of dedicated pulmonary care.
  • The program is an expansion of its industry-leading Pulmonary Passport Rehabilitation Program.The Advanced Pulmonary Program offers a wider scope of services and care for the community it serves, and treats conditions such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, pneumonia, chronic bronchitis, cystic fibrosis, congestive heart failure, pulmonary hypertension, neurologic respiratory diseases.
  • Pulmonary Critical Care specialist, Raj Parikh, MD, MPH, leads the pulmonary care team at Riverside Center.
  • The Advanced Pulmonary Program at Riverside Center accepts admissions 24/7 and works closely with Medicare and most major insurances.

Antoinette "Toni" Watkins Receives IFMA Gold Plate Award, Foodservice Industry's Top Honor

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Wednesday, September 15, 2021
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CHICAGO, Sept. 15, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Antoinette "Toni" Watkins,MS, RDN, System Director of Food & Nutrition Services at Riverside Health System, was named the 2021 Gold Plate Award recipient by the International Foodservice Manufacturers Association (IFMA) during the 67th Annual Gold & Silver Plate Awards Celebration.

Key Points: 
  • CHICAGO, Sept. 15, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Antoinette "Toni" Watkins,MS, RDN, System Director of Food & Nutrition Services at Riverside Health System, was named the 2021 Gold Plate Award recipient by the International Foodservice Manufacturers Association (IFMA) during the 67th Annual Gold & Silver Plate Awards Celebration.
  • About the 2021 Silver Plate Class:
    In addition to Watkins, the 2021 Silver Plate recipients (and the companies that nominated them) include:
    Nominated by PepsiCo and Singer M. Tucker
    "It's a great honor to celebrate the nine new industry icons that are part of the 2021 IFMA Gold & Silver Plate class," said Larry Oberkfell, IFMA President & CEO.
  • The Gold & Silver Plate Awards, now in its 67thyear, is the longest-running and most respected awards program in the foodservice industry.
  • The Gold Plate Award recipient was determined through secret ballot by a jury of past Silver Plate winners, national trade press editors and foodservice experts.