Sentara RMH Medical Center

03/09/2026

🌼 Expecting a baby? Join us for “Latch and Love” — a free prenatal breastfeeding education series! 🌼

Prepare, learn, and connect as you get ready for your breastfeeding journey. This supportive group is designed to help expectant moms:

✨ Learn feeding options for baby
✨ Understand the benefits of breastfeeding
✨ Prepare for breastfeeding before birth
✨ Learn about choosing the best breast pump
✨ Meet the needs of both mom and baby
✨ Enjoy open Q&A and conversation with certified lactation experts

📅 When:
2nd & 4th Thursday of each month, 12–1 p.m.
(Moms may attend as many sessions as they like.)

📍 Where:
Sentara Obstetrics, Gynecology & Midwifery Specialists
2291 Evelyn Byrd Ave.
Harrisonburg, VA 22801
Use the lower level entrance.

💛 Registration not required!

A staff member is available to answer questions at 540-434-8335.

Hosted by International Board Certified Lactation Consultants™ from Sentara RMH Medical Center.

03/06/2026

Access free, 24/7 guidance from registered nurses when you need it most. 💛

Whether you’re concerned about a cough, or wondering if you should visit an emergency department, our Nurse Advice Line can help. Our team is ready to assist by providing personalized recommendations about where to seek care and in some cases, suggest home-care options.

📞To contact the Sentara Nurse Advice Line, call 1-844-MYNURSE.

Head to the link in the comments below to learn more.

03/05/2026

💍 A Beautiful Moment at Sentara RMH Medical Center 💍

Today, we had the honor of witnessing something truly special within our walls. Nikoma, one of our patients, married her fiancé Jeremy in a heartfelt ceremony held in the hospital’s chapel.

Surrounded by love, support, family, and caregivers, the chapel was filled with smiles and a sense of community that makes moments like this unforgettable.

After the ceremony, we celebrated the newlyweds with a small reception to mark the beginning of their life together.

Please join us in sending our warmest congratulations to Nikki and Jeremy! ❤️

Wishing them joy, strength, and a lifetime of beautiful moments.

03/04/2026

We're proud to share that Sentara has been named one of the 165 Top Places to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Hospital Review! 🏆👏

This national honor highlights organizations that create exceptional workplaces by investing in their people, fostering inclusive environments, supporting professional growth, and making a meaningful difference in their communities.

We are grateful for the extraordinary colleagues who bring our mission to life every day. 💛

03/03/2026

Even with more white on the ground ❄️, it's great to see the RMH Wellness Center getting into the "green and gold spirit." 🍀

02/28/2026

💓 As Heart Month comes to a close, it’s a good reminder that heart attacks don’t always look like the dramatic scenes we see in movies. 🎬❌

Many start quietly, with symptoms that can be mild or easy to ignore. Signs to pay attention to:
❗ Chest discomfort — pressure, squeezing, fullness, or pain in the center of the chest that lasts more than a few minutes or goes away and returns.
❗ Upper‑body pain — discomfort in one or both arms, the back, neck, jaw, or stomach.
❗ Shortness of breath — with or without chest discomfort.
❗ Other symptoms — cold sweats, nausea, lightheadedness, or dizziness.

If you or someone around you experiences these symptoms, don’t wait to see if they improve. Every minute counts when it comes to protecting the heart muscle. 🫀

📞 Call 911 right away.

🚑 Emergency responders can begin life‑saving care as soon as they arrive — long before reaching the hospital. 🏥

Know the signs. Act fast. It could save a life.

02/28/2026

🎉 Congratulations to our SRMH 2025 Q3 & Q4 ACE Award Winners! 🎉

Please join us in celebrating Kimberly Shenk, Respiratory Therapist, and Connor Patterson, Emergency Room Technician, for earning this year’s ACE Awards! 🌟

Both honorees were recognized for the incredible ways they bring our cultural attributes to life and elevate their teams every day.

💙 Kimberly Shenk — “WE EXIST FOR OUR CUSTOMERS”

Kimberly’s nomination highlighted her gift for truly connecting with patients and always going the extra mile. One grateful family member shared:

“Her extraordinary blend of professional expertise, interpersonal skills, empathy, compassion, and emotional intelligence led to one of the most heartening experiences we have had in many months.”

Kimberly, thank you for the compassion and excellence you bring to every patient interaction.

🤝 Connor Patterson — “WE COLLABORATE”
Connor’s nomination included multiple WE Moment submissions praising his teamwork, positive attitude, and willingness to step in wherever needed. One colleague wrote:

“…he is always willing to do whatever is needed for the department…”
Another said it best: “WE ARE PRIVILEGED TO HAVE YOU.”

Connor, thank you for uplifting your team and leading by example.

👏 Congratulations, Kimberly and Connor! Thank you for the exceptional care, teamwork, and dedication you bring to SRMH. We are proud to have you on our team!

02/25/2026

💛 Honoring Everyday Heroes at Sentara RMH Wellness Center 💛

Please join us in celebrating Justin Sherrill and Emma Hochstetler, who were recently honored by the City of Harrisonburg Fire Department with the Civilian Life Saving Award, presented by Fire Chief Matthew Tobia.

On December 28, 2024, while working at the Wellness Center, Justin and Emma witnessed John Doughty, 59, collapse during a basketball game. They immediately called 9‑1‑1, began CPR, and brought an AED to the patient’s side.

Working together with calm precision—and with Doughty's adult children watching nearby—they delivered critical, high‑quality care that played a vital role in saving his life.

When Fire & Rescue personnel arrived, they continued advanced care and transported the patient to Sentara RMH, where he made a full recovery.

Chief Matthew Tobia commended Justin and Emma for their swift action, preparedness, and life-saving efforts—recognizing the significant impact they had during this emergency.

👏We also congratulate the additional Fire & Rescue personnel who received the Life Saving (CPR) Award for their vital roles in this successful resuscitation.

👇 Check the link in the comments for a WHSV news story where John Doughty shared his appreciation for Justin, Emma, and the rescue personnel who helped save his life.

02/24/2026

🎉 2026 is off to a great start! We’re honored to share some exciting news! 🎉

Sentara RMH Medical Center has been nationally recognized as one of the 50 Top Cardiovascular Hospitals® and has earned a five-star rating on Forbes’ Top Hospitals 2026 list. 💓 🏥

This recognition highlights the exceptional care, dedication, and expertise our teams provide every day to our community. 💙

Dr. Robert Garwood, our Chief Medical Officer, shared that this achievement reflects our commitment to superior patient outcomes, operational efficiency, and an outstanding patient experience. We couldn’t be prouder of the hard work and compassion shown by our providers, nurses, and colleagues.

Learn more about this exciting recognition and the medical teams that make it possible ⬇️

🌟 https://rocktownnow.com/news/218812-sentara-rmh-medical-center-recognized-among-nations-best-hospitals/ [rocktownnow.com]

🌟 https://www.dnronline.com/news/health/doctors_and_hospitals/sentara-rmh-recognized-nationally-as-top-cardiovascular-hospital/article_83622629-9a08-5559-9161-74ac8ba5e4cb.html

🌟 https://www.whsv.com/2026/02/24/sentara-rmh-receives-national-honors-including-spot-list-top-cardiovascular-hospitals/

Sentara RMH Medical Center was recognized nationally as a top cardiovascular hospital and earned a five-star rating on Forbes’ Top Hospitals 2026 list.

02/18/2026

Sentara RMH Medical Center cardiologist, Dr. Amir Eslami, wrote a recent essay on his own personal health struggles.

He shared how he is facing high blood pressure, weight gain, and sleep apnea, plus how small steps and support helped him get healthier.

Read Dr. Eslami's essay here 👇

A cardiologist from Sentara RMH Medical Center shares how he learned to take his own health seriously.

02/14/2026

Happy Valentine's Day❣️

We are also celebrating Cardiovascular Healthcare Professionals Week 2026! ❤️🎉

Cardiovascular care is built on teamwork, and each specialty brings something essential. We’re proud to recognize and celebrate:

❤️ Cardiac and cardiovascular technologists whose accuracy elevates diagnostics

❤️ Cardiovascular nurses & NPs who provide comfort, education, and skilled care

❤️ Cardiovascular PAs who guide patients and providers with steady expertise

❤️ Cath lab teams & vascular professionals who make complex procedures seamless

❤️ CV pharmacists ensuring patients receive safe, effective medication therapy

❤️ CV surgical technologists assisting in high‑intensity operations with precision

❤️ Echo specialists & EKG technicians who help reveal how the heart works

❤️ EP teams restoring healthy rhythms through advanced electrophysiology

❤️ Perfusionists supporting life during critical cardiac surgeries

❤️ RVT & RDCS sonographers who help detect and manage intricate vascular conditions

💗 Every heart rhythm you track, every image you capture, every procedure you guide, and every patient you support—your expertise keeps patients safe and gives families hope.