Providence Inland Northwest

03/26/2026

Kids at Providence Sacred Heart Children’s Hospital had a pretty exciting day.

Former Seattle Sounders FC player Brad Evans stopped by while in Spokane and spent time visiting our youngest patients alongside Sammy the Sounder. Our kids were overjoyed to meet a professional athlete and came away with plenty of new Sounders swag! 💫

At Providence, caring for kids means supporting their health and their joy.

03/25/2026

The City of Spokane has officially proclaimed this week World Doula Week!

We were honored to host Mayor Lisa Brown as she delivered the proclamation at Providence Sacred Heart Medical Center.

We are grateful for the chance to highlight the essential role doulas play in supporting families throughout pregnancy, birth and postpartum.

Providence is proud to collaborate with doulas across our community, including partners at Shades of Motherhood Network and Quilted Health, who provide compassionate and culturally responsive care every day.

03/24/2026

Our caregivers created fused glass art as part of the Mission Leadership Academy, a program helping leaders across Providence stay rooted in who we are and why we serve.

A special thank you to Spokane Public Schools for partnering with us and hosting the class.

The program deepens their connection to our Mission, builds leadership, and strengthens the culture that makes Providence a special place to work.

03/23/2026

We’re proud to share Providence Sacred Heart Medical Center was named a top hospital for colon cancer surgery by U.S. News and World Report.

March is Colon Cancer Awareness Month, and it’s a good reminder to stay up to date on screening. Early detection saves lives.

03/20/2026

At Providence, we believe every parent deserves support, respect, and care that feels right for their family.

That’s why we’re so grateful for our partnership with Shades of Motherhood Network. Their team creates safe, culturally grounded spaces for Black mothers and birthing individuals in Spokane. Through last year's community investment fund, Providence helped their doula program support 145 families through pregnancy, birth, and postpartum.

Together, we’re also building childbirth education created with and for BIPOC parents, making sure families feel seen, heard, and supported from the start.

SPOKANE, Wash. — Shades of Motherhood Network received a $30,000 annual grant from the Washington State Perinatal Collaborative to support mental health programs for pregnant women and new mothers over

03/19/2026

We are proud to share Providence Holy Family Hospital is recognized by U.S. News and World Report as a High Performing Hospital in several areas of care.

These achievements reflect the dedication of our caregivers who provide safe, compassionate and high quality care for our community every day.

Join us in celebrating the teams who made this possible. Thank you for trusting us with your care.

03/18/2026

Providence nurse Jackie S. sprang into action during an unexpected emergency while dining out. What happened next caught the attention of everyone in the restaurant — and later, thousands more online when the story went viral.

Help us celebrate our hero caregiver Jackie in the comments, and read the full story here: https://blog.providence.org/eastern-washington/providence-nurse-saves-choking-woman

03/17/2026

💚 Happy St. Patrick's Day 💚

This is a day to cherish traditions, foster goodwill and let your dreams take flight. Enjoy the festivities and may good fortune always find you! 🍀

03/16/2026

Not sure where to go when someone in your family gets sick or hurt? You are not alone. It can be hard to know whether you need the emergency department, urgent care, ExpressCare, virtual care or your primary care doctor.

We put together a simple guide to help you choose the right place to start. It can save you time, lower your costs and help you get the care you need faster.

Providence teams across the Inland Northwest are here to support you, no matter where you begin.

Each option serves a different purpose—and choosing the right one can save you time, reduce your costs, and help you get the right care faster.

03/13/2026

Providence Urgent Care now offers “Reserve My Spot In Line”.

▪️ Visit Providence.org/urgentcare and click “Reserve My Spot In Line” to let us know you’re on your way.
▪️ Sign in to MyChart or fill out a short form to hold your spot.
▪️ We’ll let you know your wait time so you can plan when to arrive.
▪️ When you arrive, check in at the reception desk and you will be seen as quickly as possible.

“Reserve My Spot In Line” isn’t an appointment. Patients are seen based on both the severity of their condition and arrival time. Your place may change depending on the needs of others with more urgent health concerns.

Learn more and reserve your spot today at Providence.org/urgentcare.

03/12/2026

When kids need care, comfort matters just as much as medicine.

That is why our Comfort Care Promise guides everything we do to help children feel safe, supported and understood.

From medical play to sensory tools, distraction techniques, and child-friendly explanations, our teams use developmentally appropriate approaches to ease fear. 💛

🌈 See all the ways we bring comfort to life for kids and families:

Every team member here follows The Comfort Promise: We promise to do everything in our power to minimize pain during procedures like immunizations, lab draws, and IV starts.

03/11/2026

March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month.

Screening saves lives — and it’s easier than ever. Providence offers multiple screening options, including at‑home kits and colonoscopy services.

If you’re 45 or older, now is the time to talk with your doctor about screening.

For more information, visit https://blog.providence.org/cancer/the-truth-about-colorectal-cancer