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A team of researchers from Dartmouth Health and the Geisel School of Medicine at Dartmouth recently received a $3 million grant from the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH), a program of The National Institutes of Health, to investigate how well an evidence-based intervention in community health organizations across the United States can be sustained. The five-year grant will build on work started in 2001 by Dartmouth researchers to evaluate InSHAPE, a program developed in Keene, NH, to increase the life expectancy of people who have or are at risk of developing severe and persistent mental illness, by providing resources and supports to reduce the risks of hypertension, diabetes, obesity, cardiovascular disease and substance abuse. InSHAPE has since been implemented at multiple locations nationwide. Read more: https://lnkd.in/ed8APGHm

It’s no surprise as artificial intelligence (AI) continues to impact more aspects of our lives, that it’s also reshaping the practice of healthcare. In a recent episode of Dartmouth Health’s “The Cure Podcast,” hosts Jose R. Mercado, MD, and Jessica L. Swain, director of infection prevention and control at Dartmouth Health, are joined by Saeed Hassanpour, PhD, to discuss how AI is changing the way healthcare is conducted. Whether you’re intrigued about AI’s potential or wary about its implications, this episode offers a balanced look at how healthcare professionals can harness AI to improve care while keeping patients at the heart of every decision. Listen in to learn how AI is transforming medicine—one algorithm at a time. Read more: https://lnkd.in/eczQTDFx

Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center (Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center and Clinics), the flagship academic medical center of Dartmouth Health, received an “A” Hospital Safety Grade for Fall 2024 from The Leapfrog Group, an independent national nonprofit watchdog focused on patient safety. Leapfrog assigns grades to general hospitals across the country based on over 30 performance measures reflecting errors, accidents, injuries and infections, as well as the systems hospitals have in place to prevent them. “This recognition from The Leapfrog Group speaks to the incredible work that our people and teams do every day to ensure safe, patient-centered, timely, and equitable care to our community,” said Michael S. Calderwood, MD, MPH, chief quality officer at DHMC. Read more: https://lnkd.in/dGKjDj57

Although approximately 20 percent of the US population is rural, only nine percent of US physicians work in rural areas. According to the CDC, rural populations are more likely to die from heart disease, cancer, injuries, respiratory disease and stroke than those in urban areas. Two teams at Dartmouth Health are focused on advancing rural health care research and addressing health disparities. Together, they are having a positive impact on our communities. It's?#NationalRuralHealthDay, learn more about the work impacting rural health care in our region, and beyond:?https://lnkd.in/gsDE4kgJ Center for Advancing Rural Health Equity at Dartmouth Health National Organization of State Offices of Rural Health (NOSORH)

Dartmouth Health was recently recognized by two organizations highlighting our commitment to retaining and attracting a diverse workforce. Stay Work Play New Hampshire named Dartmouth Health the “Coolest Employer for Young People” for 2024 at its annual Rising Star Awards event, and we earned The Best Place for Working Parents?' seal! “At our core, we believe that true success happens when every team member—from the most experienced professional to the newest hire—has the support they need to grow and thrive,” said Dartmouth Health chief human resources officer Aimee Claiborne. “With five generations working together across our care environments, we are committed to honoring the unique needs of our people at every stage of life and creating programs and benefits that strengthen a culture of inclusivity and excellence. Our focus isn’t just a strategy—it leads to our team members providing the best care and service we can for our communities and strengthens our position as an employer of choice.” https://lnkd.in/epMfgekD

Did you know that we have over 130 U.S. Department of Labor registered apprentices currently working in various roles across the Dartmouth Health system? The DHWRI - Workforce Readiness Institute offers 3 paid training programs that lead to apprenticeships for medical assistants, pharmacy technicians, and surgical technologists. Follow their page to learn more about these programs as part of National Apprenticeship Week. #NAW2024 #DecadeofNAW #ApprenticeshipUSA

Timothy J. Lin, MD, MS, is "just plain good people," says 69-year-old outdoor enthusiast Kathy Ryan. She is still amazed at how the Alice Peck Day Memorial Hospital surgeon helped her do again what she loves. In our new patient story series, Your Way Forward, we are privileged to provide an opportunity for Dartmouth Health patients to share their experiences in their own words. Learn more about Kathy's Way Forward at https://lnkd.in/edx_XnY6

As the country celebrates Veterans Day by honoring those who have served the United States in the armed forces, we honor our Dartmouth Health veterans. There are hundreds, working in every location across our health system. These colleagues have served in the U.S. military in the Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines and Coast Guard all over the world. They have served during peace time and during times of conflict and war, making great personal sacrifices to protect our freedoms. Our veteran colleagues are physicians, advanced practice providers, nurses, allied health professionals and administrative employees—translating their military background and experiences into providing compassionate care to our patients. Our workplaces and communities are greatly enriched by their presence and dedication. In honor of Veterans Day, Dartmouth Health’s Military Employee Resource Group organized this celebration today at Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center. Please join us in sharing a heartfelt thank you to all our Dartmouth Health veterans and military families. We are grateful for their service and sacrifice. Alice Peck Day Memorial Hospital Cheshire Medical Center Dartmouth Health Children's Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center and Clinics DHWRI - Workforce Readiness Institute Mt. Ascutney Hospital and Health Center New London Hospital Southwestern Vermont Medical Center Visiting Nurse and Hospice for Vermont and New Hampshire (VNH) Valley Regional Hospital

"Infusing joy and fun into their stay through the autonomy of driving the Honda Shogo will help our kids, literally and figuratively, navigate their experience in the best way they know how: through the power of play." - Tom Manion, Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center (Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center and Clinics) COO The Children’s Hospital at Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center (CHaD), part of Dartmouth Health Children's, is thrilled to be the first hospital in New England to receive the Honda Shogo. ??

Firefighter cancer survivor Peter was first diagnosed with cancer during a screening that was part of the International Association of Firefighters Initiative. Jeffrey Harnsberger, MD, and the Dartmouth Cancer Center team at Dartmouth Hitchcock Clinics Manchester (Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center and Clinics) treated him. Peter was home two days after the surgery and soon went back to work. He could have retired but he wanted to show everybody that cancer is something that you can beat. In our new patient story series, Your Way Forward, we are privileged to provide an opportunity for patients to share their experiences in their own words. Learn more about Peter's Way Forward at https://lnkd.in/eJ4UUdYZ