Inova Alexandria Hospital

12/31/2025

🌟 2025 has been a year of progress and possibilities – from groundbreaking innovations to moments that moved healthcare forward!

🎥 Watch to see how we’re shaping a healthier future for our community, made possible by the incredible team members who make Inova extraordinary.

12/30/2025

🤧🤒 As our region is seeing high levels of Influenza, it's important to protect yourself from respiratory illnesses! Dr. Sujata Ambardar, an infectious disease specialist at Inova, outlines the symptoms of flu, COVID-19 and RSV – and how vaccines can help keep you and your family healthy.

Learn more: https://bit.ly/4pPw4q5 via Northern Virginia Magazine

An Inova infectious disease doctor answers questions about respiratory viruses like the flu and COVID-19, and vaccines that protect against them.

12/24/2025

💝 Little hands, big hearts! 🎅🏽 Santa visited our tiniest treasures in the NICU. They remind us of life's greatest gifts – love, hope and family. Happy Holidays from Inova Children's!

12/19/2025

A huge shoutout to Sarah Bagley for Alexandria, the City of Alexandria's Vice Mayor, for recently donating blood. ❤️ Melissa R., Inova's Director, Eastern Region, Government & Community Relations, also joined her to give the gift of life.

🩸 Don't miss your chance to make a difference! Check out our upcoming blood drives in Alexandria and schedule your appointment today: bit.ly/AlexandriaBloodDrives

12/19/2025

Flu cases are rising in our area. As families and friends gather for holiday celebrations, Inova’s emergency medicine physician, Dr. Homeyer, shares tips to help protect yourself and your loved ones:

💪 Get your flu shot: It’s not too late! Vaccination is the best defense against severe illness and hospitalization.
🤒 Stay home if you’re sick: Even mild symptoms can spread the flu.
🧼 Practice good hygiene: Wash your hands often, cover coughs and sneezes, and avoid touching your face.
😷 Mask up in crowds: Especially around older adults, young children, or anyone at higher risk.

📺 Watch the full story on Fox 5 DC: https://bit.ly/3Y4bsOB

An area health system says they’re seeing more and more cases of the flu. Now, they’re asking all of us to help stop the spread. FOX 5's Josh Rosenthal has more.

12/16/2025

As a primary care physician, Dr. Naveed Butt helps patients achieve positive health outcomes by treating illness and emphasizing preventive care. 🩺

In his latest blog, he shares four of the most common reasons patients visit their primary care providers – enlarged prostate, colon cancer screening, menopause and low back pain – and what symptoms to watch for, plus treatment and lifestyle tips.

Read the full article: https://bit.ly/48jhWz1

Board-certified family medicine physician Naveed H. Butt, MD, specializes in preventive care and encourages healthy lifestyle changes to help patients avoid chronic medical conditions. He has been in practice for more than 30 years and sees patients at ...

12/12/2025

This , our community came together in an incredible way. Thanks to our generous matching donor Harrity & Harrity, LLP, Brian and Kim Hart, and every individual donor, we raised more than $230,000 to support Inova’s mission of providing world-class care to our community.

Your generosity makes a real difference – every dollar helps us deliver compassionate care and innovative programs for those who need it most. Together, we are building a healthier future. 💙

12/11/2025

Rina Bansal, MD, President of Inova Alexandria Hospital, rolled up her sleeve to donate blood at the recent campus blood drive. 💪

💬 We asked why she gives, Dr. Bansal said, "As both a physician and hospital president, I am deeply committed to the lifesaving impact of blood donation. Coming from a family in India that has always valued giving back, I know firsthand how a single act of generosity can make a world of difference for those in need."

🗓️ Schedule your appointment today at InovaBlood.org

12/10/2025

🧠 Forgetfulness, aging or something more? Knowing the difference early can change the course of care. Discover how doctors make an accurate diagnosis, what sets Alzheimer’s apart from other dementias and learn about the latest treatments, strategies to support brain health and advice to help caregivers feel more confident and supported.

🎧 Listen now: https://bit.ly/4ht4oEc
Apple Podcast: https://apple.co/3MqqprP
Spotify: https://bit.ly/3XIIuUp

12/09/2025

✨ Inova Alexandria Hospital has been named a U.S. News and World Report Best Hospital for Maternity Care for 2026! 🤱 These ratings help expectant parents choose a maternity hospital that provides exceptional, evidence-based care for families. 🏥

💙 A huge shoutout to our incredible childbirth and pediatric teams, whose dedication makes a lifelong difference for every family we serve.

Explore our childbirth services: https://bit.ly/4iHjZQU

12/04/2025

❤️ Did you know more than 10 million Americans live with AFib – the most common heart rhythm problem that can cause blood clots, stroke, heart failure and other serious complications? Knowing its symptoms, potential causes and the importance of timely diagnosis and management can make all the difference.

👨‍⚕️ In a recent Ask the Expert, Dr. David Laslett discussed procedures and technologies proving to be very effective for patients with AFib.

📽️ WATCH: https://bit.ly/3KolkzB

12/03/2025

We are honored to share that the Inova Spine Program has been named to Becker's Hospital Review's 2025 list of 100 great neuro and spine programs to know – recognizing excellence in spine and neuroscience care! 🏆

Becker's highlights programs that advance patient outcomes, emphasize data-driven quality improvement, pioneer groundbreaking research and expand access to vital services.

👏 Congratulations to our entire Neurosciences team for this outstanding recognition.

👉 Learn more: https://bit.ly/48eE5P4