Southwestern Vermont Medical Center

ICU nurse honored with DAISY award

BENNINGTON- Russell Goodrich, RN, a nurse in the Southwestern Vermont Medical Center Intensive Care Unit, was the April recipient of the DAISY Award for extraordinary nurses at Southwestern Vermont Health Care.
Nominated by a patient’s daughter, Goodrich was recognized for the grace and...

Wilmington's Old Fire Station

Wilmington Selectboard considers long-term housing grant program

WILMINGTON- On Tuesday, December 20, the Wilmington Selectboard discussed long-term housing solutions, social services, DV Fiber updates for the area, and purchase approvals for the highway department and town building maintenance.
Wilmington has been experiencing a long-term workforce...

SVMC welcomes doctor to OB/GYN practice

BENNINGTON - Southwestern Vermont Medical Center welcomes Michael Silverberg, DO, to SVMC OB/GYN and the Dartmouth-Hitchcock Putnam Physicians. Dr. Silverberg received his medical degree from Kansas City University College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed the obstetrics and gynecology...

SVMC Cancer Team left to right: Rebecca Hewson-Steller, RN; Jenny Coutu, RN, MSN; Mary Weinfurt, RN; Naomi Bolognani, RN, BSN; and Matthew Vernon, MD

Moms ski at discount, proceeds go to cancer care

PERU - On Friday, February 4, Bromley Mountain ski resort will hold their annual “Mom’s Day Off” fundraiser. Moms ski or ride for just $25 when they show the ticket seller a snapshot of their kid(s). Regular lift tickets cost $89.
Once again this year’s event will benefit women’s breast...

Photo by Tyler Lederer

A beautiful sunset

BENNINGTON - Editorial assistant Tyler Lederer captured this beautiful sunset on Wednesday, January 5. The photo was taken near the campus of Southwestern Vermont Medical Center.

Healthcare updates: new hires

Juliette Carr, FNP TOWNSHEND - Family nurse practitioner Juliette Carr has joined the primary care staff at Grace Cottage Family Health.
Carr holds a master of science-FNP degree from Georgetown University and a bachelor of science in nursing from the University of...

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