Hospital District No. 1 (Valley Medical Center)

Beginning Nov. 13, MyChart users will see an updated login screen featuring the option to create an Epic ID, a secure single login for accessing all MyChart accounts across various healthcare organizations. Users can decide whether to create an Epic ID or continue with their current login method,...

Having surgery can be challenging both physically and emotionally, necessitating preparation for both the procedure and recovery. Healthcare professionals increasingly utilize lifestyle medicine, emphasizing exercise, nutrition counseling, diabetes management, and physical therapy to enhance pati...

Valley Medical Center’s Trauma Services and GoldenCare teams will host a fall prevention resource event on Oct. 30, 2025. The event features a screening of SAGES Theater Inc.’s play “Denying Gravity,” which addresses fall prevention in an educational and humorous manner. Following the play, there...

Medicare’s annual enrollment period is set to begin on Oct. 15 and will run until Dec. 7. With significant changes expected in 2026 due to the Inflation Reduction Act, it’s crucial for beneficiaries to feel secure in their decisions. To assist with this, GoldenCare is offering two free Medicare s...

The Board of Commissioners for Public Hospital District No. 1 of King County, operating as Valley Medical Center, has adopted Resolution No. 1066 regarding its regular property tax levy. If approved in November, Hospital Prop 1 would authorize a maximum property levy rate of 75 cents per $1,000 o...

Join Valley Girls & Guys and Valley Medical Center on Sept. 20 for the seventh annual Be The HOPE Walk, available for participation both in person and virtually. The event features a 1.8-mile walk starting at 10 a.m., aimed at supporting cancer patients, oncology programs, and care at Valley ...

Only 3% of Americans adhere to the four key habits for a healthy lifestyle: physical activity, diet, avoiding tobacco, and maintaining a healthy body weight. Recognizing that many people struggle with health due to busy lives and complex challenges, Valley’s Lifestyle Medicine team has launched H...

On May 12, 2025, Valley Medical Center announced operational changes due to significant financial challenges, including a year-to-date operating loss of $25 million. To address these issues, the center will restructure its workforce and consolidate or close several clinics and departments over th...

To reduce medication waste and support patients in need, Valley Medical Center is launching a drug donation program on May 8, 2025. This initiative aims to repurpose unused prescription medications, as surveys indicate that two-thirds of such drugs in U.S. households remain unutilized. Patients c...

Valley Medical Center’s Trauma Services is offering free STOP THE BLEED® training to the community, focusing on preventing deaths from uncontrolled bleeding, the leading cause of preventable death in trauma. This hands-on, one-hour class teaches participants effective techniques for controlling s...

Every year, many people set New Year’s resolutions to get healthier, but most give up by February. The failure often stems from common pitfalls rather than a lack of willpower. Here are six reasons resolutions fail and effective strategies to achieve lasting progress:

Breast cancer screening guidelines recommend that most women begin mammograms at age 40, with Valley Medical Center suggesting annual screenings. Primary care providers play a crucial role by discussing personal health, family history, and cancer risks during annual checkups, while radiologists a...

Valley Medical Center has achieved a significant milestone by completing its 7,500th robotic-assisted surgery since introducing the technology in 2009. The center was recognized as a Center of Excellence in Robotic Surgery by the Surgical Review Corporation in 2023 and has expanded its facilities...

Valley Medical Center has received a $6 million grant from the Norcliffe Foundation to advance the expansion of its new Cancer Center, which recently opened to patients. This funding will facilitate the transition to Phase 1B, enhancing services and care for cancer patients in South King County. ...

The “We Are Valley Podcast,” produced by Valley Medical Center, offers concise advice aimed at improving health and well-being while providing the latest medical guidance. It serves as an informational resource, emphasizing that the content is not intended as medical advice. Listeners are encoura...

Metabolic syndrome affects approximately one in three adults in the U.S., significantly increasing the risk of heart disease, stroke, and type 2 diabetes. Defined by a cluster of conditions such as abdominal obesity, high blood pressure, elevated blood sugar, and abnormal cholesterol levels, it c...

Valley Medical Center celebrated the dedication of its new Cancer Center with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Jan. 16, marking a significant milestone for the community. The center, which opened to patients on Feb. 3, is the first of its kind in South King County. The event honored Tina McDonough, f...

Tina McDonough founded the nonprofit Valley Girls & Guys after losing a close friend to cancer in 2007, aiming to support cancer patients and their families. The organization has built a compassionate community of survivors, caregivers, and supporters, significantly impacting local cancer car...

February 3, 2025, marks a significant advancement in cancer care with the opening of Phase 1A of Valley’s comprehensive cancer center in South King County. Situated in the East Pavilion of Valley’s main campus, this modern facility consolidates the hospital’s renowned cancer programs and services...

A new workshop titled “Eat Smart,” led by registered dietitian Courtney McCliment at Valley’s Lifestyle Medicine clinics, aims to help participants reset their relationship with food by focusing on nutrition and well-being. The three-session workshop will cover essential topics, including:

At Valley Medical Center, the Cancer Services team exemplifies a commitment to compassionate care, treating patients like family during their challenging journeys. Chermaine Wulff, the infusion center manager, praises the team’s dedication and expresses excitement for the future as they expand th...

The Trapper and Samantha Wellbeing Support Center is a new initiative at Valley’s Cancer Center, set to open on Feb. 3. It aims to assist cancer patients and their families through various resources, including comfort items, educational programs, and specialized support. This center is part of Va...

February 3, 2025, marks the opening of Phase One of Valley Medical Center’s new comprehensive Cancer Center in South King County, designed to accommodate 40% more patients. This state-of-the-art facility will centralize nationally recognized cancer programs and services, providing patients with c...

Exercise plays a crucial role in enhancing the quality of life for cancer patients and survivors, offering numerous physical, emotional, and psychological benefits. Physically, it helps alleviate side effects of cancer treatment such as fatigue, muscle loss, and weight fluctuations while improvin...