Mon Health Appoints Interim CEO

Darryl Duncan is on a leave of absence as Chief Executive Officer and President of Mon Health System.  Dottie Oakes has been named interim CEO and will continue in her role as Chief Operating Officer. In a communication to all physicians and staff members, Ms. Oakes said she is focused on continuing to strengthen relationships […]

WVU Partners with Code.org to Advance Computer Science in K-12

Continuing its commitment to excellence in science, technology, engineering and math education, the West Virginia University Center for Excellence in STEM Education announced today (Dec. 8) its selection as a regional partner of Code.org, a national network working to ensure that all students K-12 have the opportunity to learn computer science. “We are thrilled to […]

Charleston Attorney Earns Martindale-Hubbell Client Champion Silver Award

Charleston, West Virginia based attorney, Charles R. “Rusty” Webb of the Webb Law Centre, PLLC, earns Martindale-Hubbell’s Silver Client Champion award, Martindale-Hubbell’s Silver Client Champion award is earned based on the number of clients who have highly recommended an attorney. Less than 1% of attorneys have achieved Martindale-Hubbell’s newest award, making Rusty Webb part of […]

WVU’s Brumage Named New Director of State Office of Drug Control Policy

Dr. Michael Brumage, assistant dean for public health practice and service at the West Virginia University School of Public Health, will lead the effort against West Virginia’s opioid drug crisis. Gov. Jim Justice today (Feb. 5) appointed Brumage the director of the Office of Drug Control Policy in the Department of Health and Human Resources. […]

Jefferson Medical Center Recognized for Higher-Quality Maternity Care

Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield West Virginia has recognized WVU Medicine Jefferson Medical Center with a Blue Distinction® Center for Maternity Care designation as part of the Blue Distinction Specialty Care program. Blue Distinction Centers are nationally designated hospitals that show expertise in delivering improved patient safety and better health outcomes, based on objective measures […]

Cabell Huntington Hospital’s MOMS Program Focuses on Family Recovery

Healing from addiction takes a network of treatment and resources that focuses on the whole family. The Hoops Family Children’s Hospital at Cabell Huntington Hospital has created a program that begins once a mother gives birth and provides comprehensive addiction treatment services that promotes the bonding between mother and baby. The MOMS (Maternal Opioid Medication […]