Ron And Terry Prill Donate $2 Million To Support Staff At PeaceHealth Southwest Medical Center (Photo) -01/29/25

VANCOUVER, Wash. -- PeaceHealth Southwest Medical Center has received a $2 million gift from Ron and Terry Prill. This generous donation is a testament to their unwavering commitment to PeaceHealth caregivers and their essential role within the Clark County community.

Through this gift, the Prills' vision is to care for caregivers by improving their well-being, providing educational support, and increasing retention, strengthening the bond between caregivers and PeaceHealth Southwest Medical Center and continuing to make PeaceHealth Southwest an employer of choice in Clark County.

"Ron and Terry's amazing gift reflects their deep respect and gratitude for PeaceHealth caregivers," shared Cherelle Montanye, Chief Hospital Executive, PeaceHealth Southwest Medical Center. "Their generosity will provide healthcare scholarships and enhance the experience of our workforce at PeaceHealth Southwest. The exceptional care provided by our teams will be recognized for many years to come."

The Prills' generous support began in 2007 after Ron received lifesaving care at PeaceHealth Southwest. Since then, they have funded many different areas impacting caregivers including the Dove Pantry, Healthcare Reimagined Campaign, Jay D. Miller, M.D. Neurosciences Caregiver Education Endowment, and the Caregiver Excellence Fund.

"Our hospital's caregivers really are competent and caring. And they're invaluable! Ron and I wish we could keep every caregiver we have at PeaceHealth Southwest and attract many more," said Terry Prill. "We've decided to establish a fund at our foundation that we think of as a 'Caring for Our Caregivers' fund. We hope this fund will help improve life for PeaceHealth caregivers for years after we're gone."

PeaceHealth is immensely thankful to Ron and Terry Prill for their visionary support and enduring commitment to PeaceHealth caregivers and the Clark County community.

About PeaceHealth: PeaceHealth, based in Vancouver, Wash., is a non-profit Catholic health system offering care to communities in Washington, Oregon and Alaska. PeaceHealth has approximately 16,000 caregivers, nearly 3,200 physicians and clinicians, more than 160 clinics and 9 medical centers serving both urban and rural communities throughout the Northwest. In 1890, the Sisters of St. Joseph of Peace founded what has become PeaceHealth. The Sisters shared expertise and transferred wisdom from one medical center to another, always finding the best way to serve the unmet need for healthcare in their communities. Today, PeaceHealth is the legacy of the founding Sisters and continues with a spirit of respect, stewardship, collaboration and social justice in fulfilling its Mission. Visit us online at peacehealth.org.

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PeaceHealth Opens Four Clinic Sites In Clark County -01/15/25

The clinics formerly owned by Providence will reopen to patients on Jan. 13, 2025, under the PeaceHealth name.

Vancouver, Wash. (January 8, 2025)– The transition of four former Providence-owned clinic sites to PeaceHealth in Clark County is nearly complete with plans to reopen to patients under the PeaceHealth name on Jan. 13, 2025.

Nearly all the staff from the clinics – around 100 physicians, clinicians and caregivers – chose to stay at their clinics and join the PeaceHealth family.

“We want current clinic patients to know that while the names of the clinics are changing, their care team who they know, and trust, remains the same,” shares Leon McCook, MD, Chief Medical Officer, PeaceHealth Medical Group-Columbia Network.”

Across the four sites, services at the clinics will include primary care, walk-in care, imaging, and outpatient rehabilitation services. Their names and locations will be:

• PeaceHealth Esther Short Primary Clinic, 700 Washington Street
• PeaceHealth Camas Clinic, 3101 SE 192nd Ave
  • Primary Care
  • Outpatient Rehabilitation
• PeaceHealth Mill Plain Clinic, 315 SE Stone Mill Dr.
  • Primary Care
  • Priority Care
• PeaceHealth Vancouver Rehabilitation Clinic, 222 Park Plaza Dr., Park Tower 3, Ste. 120

By transitioning these outpatient care sites to PeaceHealth, patients in Clark County will gain increased access to a full spectrum of primary, specialty and hospital care services closer to home, without having to travel into Oregon.

“Caring for all is at the heart of the PeaceHealth Mission,” adds Dr. McCook. “We are grateful for this opportunity to welcome the talented care team of these clinics and further improve access and health outcomes in the region.”

For more information on the clinics, visit www.peacehealth.org/clarkcounty.

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About PeaceHealth: PeaceHealth, based in Vancouver, Wash., is a not-for-profit Catholic health system offering care to communities in Washington, Oregon and Alaska. PeaceHealth has approximately 16,000 caregivers, a group practice with more than 1,200 clinicians and 9 medical centers serving both urban and rural communities throughout the Northwest. In 1890, the Sisters of St. Joseph of Peace founded what has become PeaceHealth. The Sisters shared expertise and transferred wisdom from one medical center to another, always finding the best way to serve the unmet need for healthcare in their communities. Today, PeaceHealth is the legacy of the founding Sisters and continues with a spirit of respect, stewardship, collaboration and social justice in fulfilling its Mission. Visit us online at peacehealth.org.

PeaceHealth Hospice Seeking Volunteers; Hosting Training Session In January 2025 -01/15/25

Hospice volunteers serve in a variety of important roles to help support of end-of-life patients, their families, and their care team.

Vancouver, WA – PeaceHealth’s Hospice program is hosting training sessions this winter for volunteers interested in helping those who are in their final days or hours of life.
 

Volunteer opportunities include caregiver respite in private homes, providing socialization to patients in facilities, video interviews for posterity, virtual reality tours, ceremonies honoring veterans, No One Dies Alone (NODA) and children’s grief support (Stepping Stones).
 

Trainings are held twice a year and are required for all volunteer roles. The next training begins on Thursday, Jan. 30, 2025. Additional training is required to support the Stepping Stones and NODA programs.
 

PeaceHealth welcomes anyone who wishes to be a part of the sacred work of providing care and comfort to hospice patients in their final journey. No medical experience necessary.
 

For questions or to register for the upcoming training session(s), contact Annie Hansen, Volunteer Program Supervisor, at 360-696-5069 or email RSSW-HospiceVolunteerServices@peacehealth.org. To learn more about PeaceHealth’s hospice services, visit peacehealth.org/services/hospice-care.

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About PeaceHealth: PeaceHealth, based in Vancouver, Wash., is a not-for-profit Catholic health system offering care to communities in Washington, Oregon and Alaska. PeaceHealth has approximately 16,000 caregivers, a group practice with more than 1,200 clinicians and 9 medical centers serving both urban and rural communities throughout the Northwest. In 1890, the Sisters of St. Joseph of Peace founded what has become PeaceHealth. The Sisters shared expertise and transferred wisdom from one medical center to another, always finding the best way to serve the unmet need for healthcare in their communities. Today, PeaceHealth is the legacy of the founding Sisters and continues with a spirit of respect, stewardship, collaboration and social justice in fulfilling its Mission. Visit us online at peacehealth.org.

Emergency Department Experiencing Record-setting Volumes (Photo) -01/14/25

PeaceHealth encourages the public to consider other care options if your health care need is not a life-threatening emergency

Vancouver, WA - PeaceHealth Southwest Medical Center is experiencing unprecedented patient volumes in its emergency department due to rising cases of RSV, flu, and many other emergent health needs. 

The hospital is asking those with non-emergency health issues to consider other options for care. Primary care providers can take care of most health needs through regular check-ups or same-day visits.

“Please know that we treat everyone who visits our Emergency Department, but those with non-emergency needs will most likely have a longer wait time before we are able to care for them,” says Jason Hanley, MD, PeaceHealth Southwest Emergency Services Medical Director. “We are asking the community to consider other care options to assist with your non-emergency health care needs so our team can care for the most ill and vulnerable,” he adds.

Dr. Hanley encourages anyone with difficulty breathing or challenges getting enough oxygen to come to the Emergency Department for an evaluation. He adds that for other flu or respiratory virus symptoms, like body aches and coughing, self-care or a visit to your primary care physician or same-day care may be a more suitable option.

If individuals do not have a primary care provider and have a health need that is not life-threatening, PeaceHealth offers two Priority Care sites that offer same-day, drop-in care with extended hours. The locations of these clinics are below:

• PeaceHealth Mill Plain Priority Care Clinic
  • 315 SE Stone Mill Drive, Vancouver
  • 360-729-8020
  • Mon – Sun: 8 a.m. – 6 p.m.
  • Priority Care at PeaceHealth Mill Plain Clinic​
• PeaceHealth Fisher’s Landing Priority Care Clinic
  • 16811 SE McGillivray Blvd, Ste 101, Vancouver
  • 360-750-3230
  • Mon – Sun: 8 a.m. – 8 p.m.
  • Priority Care at PeaceHealth Fisher's Landing Clinic

View this detailed guide on where to go for care.

PeaceHealth Medical Center Emergency Department is available 24/7 to provide immediate care for those experiencing life-threatening or emergent medical issues. If you are experiencing an illness or injury that is life-threatening, call 911 or go to the hospital near you.

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About PeaceHealth: PeaceHealth, based in Vancouver, Wash., is a not-for-profit Catholic health system offering care to communities in Washington, Oregon and Alaska. PeaceHealth has approximately 16,000 caregivers, a group practice with more than 1,200 clinicians and 9 medical centers serving both urban and rural communities throughout the Northwest. In 1890, the Sisters of St. Joseph of Peace founded what has become PeaceHealth. The Sisters shared expertise and transferred wisdom from one medical center to another, always finding the best way to serve the unmet need for healthcare in their communities. Today, PeaceHealth is the legacy of the founding Sisters and continues with a spirit of respect, stewardship, collaboration and social justice in fulfilling its Mission. Visit us online at peacehealth.org.