In the News
Unwarranted Care Variation Reduction (UCVR)
January 30, 2025
Willamette Valley Medical Center moves up in rankings.
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2025 First Baby at WVMC. Welcome to the world Weslie Ray.
January 21, 2025
Weslie Ray Coria became one of Yamhill County’s newest residents at 8:25 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 4.
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Mother Daughter Continue Tradition of Caring for Others
January 19, 2025
Jen and Abi Von Derahe share their story.
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Groundbreaking Program Supporting Nursing
January 14, 2025
Welcome to the first cohort, Shelbi, Micheal and Phebe, of LPN to RN Program.
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Dewane Pace Named CEO of Willamette Valley Medical Center
January 6, 2025
McMinnville, Oregon (January 6, 2025) – Willamette Valley Medical Center (WVMC) today announced that Dewane A. Pace, MBA, FACHE has been named its new chief executive officer (CEO). His first day on the job is Monday, February 17. “We are thrilled to welcome Dewane into his new role as CEO at WVMC,” said Jen Alderfer, Western...
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Willamette Valley Medical Center Enhances Patient Communication with Video Translation Technology
January 6, 2025
In August 2024, Willamette Valley Medical Center (WVMC) introduced advanced video remote interpretation services through AMN Language Services, revolutionizing patient communication by facilitating conversations in patients' preferred languages. This innovation ensures high-quality interpreters are available on demand, eliminating delays that could compromise patient care. Language barriers—such as those faced by Limited...
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Willamette Valley Medical Center Earns An ‘A’ Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group
November 19, 2024
Only six hospitals in Oregon received an A grade for patient safety.
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Championing Patient Care with AI Technology
October 8, 2024
WVMC is proud to lead the way in advancing patient care by introducing early dedication and notification technology to serve our communities.
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