Sentara Adopts New Medical Innovations

Sentara Adopts New Medical Innovations

In 2015, two Sentara hospitals pursued new technological advancements and implemented new surgical techniques. At Sentara Northern Virginia Medical Center, orthopedic surgeons pioneered the stemless shoulder replacement—a surgical and therapeutic treatment designed to...
Sentara Opens Cutting-Edge Autonomic Testing Lab

Sentara Opens Cutting-Edge Autonomic Testing Lab

In 2014, Sentara became one of the first providers in the country to open a full-service autonomic testing lab. This specialized service helps determine how well the autonomic nervous system is working, which affects a person’s heart rate, digestion, and other...
Sentara Adopts New Technology to Enhance Pharmacy Services

Sentara Adopts New Technology to Enhance Pharmacy Services

Looking for new ways to improve medication access for patients, Sentara partnered with NuScriptRX. NuScriptRX offers a fully automated dispensing system that allows access to prescriptions around the clock, as well as seven-day medication replenishment to ensure...
System-Wide Innovations

System-Wide Innovations

In 2013, Sentara participated in the world’s largest clinical trial evaluating the effectiveness of antimicrobial copper-based materials in healthcare environments. Partnering with Cupron Inc., EOS Surfaces, and Encompass Group, Sentara researchers determined that...
New Services at Sentara Princess Anne Hospital

New Services at Sentara Princess Anne Hospital

Sentara Princess Anne Hospital launched two new centers in 2013. Partnering with Eastern Virginia Medical School, Sentara opened the EVMS Comprehensive Pelvic Floor Center, where physicians diagnose and treat pelvic floor disorders and collaborate to pioneer new...