Latest News and Information From Washington

New Neurologist expands Thrombectomy capability at St. Peter
4/9/2025
Dr. Park, a specialist in Vascular Neurology, has advanced skills in Interventional Neurology

Healthier births start here: Join Providence Everett CenteringPregnancy
Discover the benefits of CenteringPregnancy at Providence Swedish Everett. Learn how this unique prenatal care model offers midwifery support in a group setting.

Confirmed measles exposure at two Providence Medical Group Clinics in Snohomish County
4/2/2025
Confirmed measles exposure at two Providence Medical Group Clinics in Snohomish County.

Providence reaches agreement with Regence/Asuris
3/31/2025
Providence and Regence BlueShield of Washington reached an agreement for new commercial and Medicare Advantage contracts in Washington.

Kathryn Vandewalle joins Providence Swedish as chief nursing officer for PRMCE Pacific Campus
3/17/2025
Kathryn Vandewalle, MSN, MBA, JD, RNC-OB, CENO, NE-BC, has joined Providence Swedish as the new Pacific Campus chief nursing officer at Providence Regional Medical Center Everett (PRMCE).
Information about Providence’s negotiation with Regence and Asuris in Washington state
3/12/2025
Providence is working with Regence BlueShield of Washington to agree to new reimbursement terms for our commercial and Medicare Advantage contracts in Washington state.

Inclement Weather Events and Clinic Hours – Providence Swedish North Puget Sound
Snow and icy conditions are common in the Puget Sound region during the winter months. But inclement weather doesn’t have to be a barrier to receiving care.

Providence Everett Honored for Excellence in Maternity Care
U.S. News & World Report named Providence Regional Medical Center Everett (PRMCE) a 2025 High Performing Hospital for Maternity Care.
Providence Swedish Hospitals in Seattle, Issaquah, Everett and Olympia Named Among Nation’s Best for Maternity Care
12/18/2024

Grateful Hearts: Keith Kristin's Journey from Life-Threatening Complications to Heartfelt Gratitude
12/11/2024
At Providence Heart Institute in Spokane Keith faced heart complications and received a successful heart transplant.

CAR T cell-therapy, hope and healing: Dean’s story
12/20/2024
Discover how Dean Lookingbill’s battle with lymphoma led him to CAR T-cell therapy at Providence Cancer Institute.

Dr. Mila Sprouse joins Providence Swedish North Puget Sound as Chief Nursing Officer
In her new role as CNO, Dr. Mila Sprouse will lead nursing at Providence Regional Medical Center Everett, Swedish Edmonds, Swedish Mill Creek and nearly 3,000 nurses across the service area.

Darla’s story: From stroke to hospital to rehabilitative therapy
11/13/2024
Darla Black had a stroke and received care at Providence St. Luke's Rehabilitation Medical Center.

Leadership change at Providence Cancer Institute, #FINISHCANCER goal remains
11/14/2024
R. Bryan Bell, M.D., D.D.S., FACS, FRCS(Ed) has accepted the roles of executive medical director of Providence Cancer Institute and director of the Earle A. Chiles Research Institute.

Understanding gastroparesis and the connection to cancer
Gastroparesis can complicate the management of cancer, particularly in patients undergoing chemotherapy.

Miguel's journey to recovery at Providence St. Luke's Rehabilitation Medical Center
10/7/2024
A Tri-Cities man was searching for the best place to receive care following a stroke when he discovered Providence St. Luke’s Rehabilitation Medical Center in Spokane.

Denise’s story: How a breast health navigator eased her cancer journey
10/3/2024
Denise had a complete mastectomy of the left breast due to her cancer diagnosis. She received care at the Providence Breast Health clinic at Providence Holy Family Hospital.

Providence caregiver receives top notch care for common problem
9/18/2024
Devin Yates has been a Providence caregiver since 2016. In 2023, he gained another title – Providence orthopedics patient.

Lewis Clark Valley man finds cardiac care close to home
2/21/2025
John Fisher underwent a transformative robotic cardiac surgery using the Da Vinci system at Providence Heart Institute. Now, he receives regular checkups at the Clarkston Cardiology Clinic.

Providence Swedish South Puget Sound welcomes new class of residents!
9/3/2024
Learn more about our residency programs and our new residents.

Providence Swedish Rehabilitation Hospital opens in Lynnwood
8/16/2024
Providence Swedish Rehabilitation Hospital is a state-of-the-art, 40-bed inpatient acute rehabilitation hospital dedicated to the treatment and recovery of those who have experienced injury or illness

Providence's Camp Prov recognized as refuge amid disability system
8/13/2024
Camp Prov offers support and respite for families struggling to find safe and affordable quality care options for their disabled and autistic children.

Providence caregivers save fellow caregiver experiencing a stroke
5/29/2024
Stroke Awareness Month is commemorated every May. Mary Terhaar, a former medical laboratory scientist at Providence Sacred Heart Medical Center, survived a stroke at work.
Providence Regional Cancer System Patient Navigator Focuses on Head and Neck Cancers
5/9/2024
Patient Navigators provide a wealth of information and support to patients and families at all three Providence oncology locations: Lacey, Centralia and Aberdeen.
Providence Swedish advanced lung-cancer technology surpasses 500 patients served
5/1/2024
Ion robot-assisted bronchoscopy and Lung Nodule Clinic continue to ease patients’ way
Moxi collaborative robot has arrived
3/14/2024
Don’t be surprised if you see a robot roaming the halls of Providence Centralia Hospital.
Mary's story of rural health care
3/13/2024
Mary has served in many health care leadership roles in her life, including 15 years as the Washington State Secretary of Health, so she understands the importance of rural healthcare access.
Children’s Center Offers Free Group Classes in Snohomish County
The Providence Children's Center is a place where kids and families can learn about health and wellness in a fun and interactive way.
Providence Sacred Heart Medical Center and Children’s Hospital’s specialized life support team receives recognition for excellence
2/28/2024
Providence recently received the Extracorporeal Life Support Organization (ELSO) Gold Level Award for Excellence in Life Support.
Providence receives national recognition for heart surgery, patient safety, and more
12/18/2023
Healthgrades recognized Providence hospitals in Spokane with 13 awards.