Building trust through ethics
As an Ethicist at Oak Valley Health, Zachary Walbaum plays a key role in helping staff, patients, and their loved ones navigate complex ethical questions that arise in health care.
Flu stops here
Getting the flu vaccine this year is more important than ever to help stop the spread of the influenza virus and protect ourselves, our loved ones, and our community.
Acetaminophen guidelines and recommendations
Given the recent news coverage regarding acetaminophen use in pregnancy and administering the medication to babies and young children, we want to provide clarity on what is currently known.
The latest from Oak Valley Health
Local hospitals prepare to launch upgraded electronic medical record system
Community members are asked for patience during this workflow transition. On October 28, 2025, Oak Valley Health, Southlake Health, and Stevenson Memorial Hospital will launch an upgraded electronic medical record system.
A new chapter for nursing: agency-free care, stronger teams, closer to home
This fall marked a turning point in how Oak Valley Health delivers clinical care. On September 30, 2025, our hospitals officially transitioned to an agency-free model, meaning that all nursing and clinical services would be provided by its own staff.