Workplace violence decreased by 21% thanks to education, action and collaboration
By fostering open communication, we reinforce that we are a place of healing, and we invite patients to engage with staff respectfully and participate in their care.
PointClickCare certification 'a game changer' for Salem Health Laboratories
For patients and families, the streamlined process helps avoid unnecessary hospital visits and emergency room trips.
Level IV trauma center (West Valley Hospital)
In 2013, Oregon Health Authority accredited West Valley Hospital emergency department as a Level IV Trauma Center, ready to care 24/7 for the Willamette Valley’s most seriously injured patients. Trauma facilities are designated as Level I, II, III, or IV. The role of the Level IV trauma center is to provide resuscitation and stabilization for severely injured adult or pediatric patients before transferring them to a higher level trauma system hospital.
Every trauma patient who arrives in the West Valley Hospital emergency department is met by trauma-trained nurses who are immediately available to initiate lifesaving care.
How to care for a forearm fracture: What you should know
If someone believes they have fractured a forearm, it’s important to quickly seek care so a provider can help plan their recovery.
How to stay on track with your health goals in 2025
It’s common to fall off on New Year’s resolutions by February, so Salem Health registered dietitians share a few tricks to prioritize diet and exercise throughout 2025.
Salem Health named Top Workplace in Oregon for third year in a row
Salem homeless: Caregivers test ways to help hospital's most frequent users
Salem Health provides 3,500 new backpacks to 31 schools
Salem Health Foundation and High Street Hustle Heart Fund buy 100+ defibrillators for community
Salem Health instrumental in developing new ambulatory nursing quality metrics
Foundation medical scholarships announced
Police Chief Moore: Salem Health is professional and caring
Salem Health announces new procedure for patients with severe asthma
Salem Health honored six times in Best of Mid-Valley Awards
Salem Hospital given top grade for safety
New Woodburn medical clinic opens May 7
Salem Housing Authority Awarded $50,000 Community Partnership Grant from Salem Health