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Michael.Connors@providence.org
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Bryan.kawasaki@providence.org - Melissa Tizon
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- Mike Canfield
Mikal.canfield@providence.org
- 24-Hour Media Relations Line at 907-212-6083
Latest press releases from Alaska

Providence Alaska Children’s Hospital dedicates Panda Cares Center of Hope
6/26/2025
Providence Alaska Children’s Hospital formally dedicated the Panda Cares Center of Hope during a celebration event on Friday, June 20.

Providence Alaska chief executive announces retirement
6/25/2025
Providence Alaska Chief Executive Ella Goss, MSN, RN, has announced her retirement as chief executive of Providence Alaska, the state’s largest health care provider, beginning Aug. 1.

Events planned to honor National Cancer Survivors Day in Alaska
4/23/2025
National Cancer Survivors Day is June 1 and the Alaska Cancer Partnership is collaborating with a variety of partners — including the Providence Cancer Center — to highlight events across Alaska.

Providence Alaska Medical Center earns Comprehensive Stroke Center Certification
4/8/2025
On March 6, DNV certified Providence Alaska Medical Center as a Comprehensive Stroke Center, reflecting the highest level of stroke care certification a hospital can achieve.
Northern California
- Shannon Garcia
Shannon.garcia@providence.org
860-709-5143
Southern California
- Patricia Aidem
Patricia.aidem@providence.org
661-755-1322
Latest press releases from California

Providence Surgeon Showcases Robotic Surgery
6/19/2025

Providence Saint John's Health Center Unveils First Mobile Hands-Only CPR Kiosk in Los Angeles
6/4/2025
In partnership with the American Heart Association, the training kiosk will travel to multiple LA locations to teach lifesaving skills.

New state-of-the-art cancer treatment offered at Providence Saint John’s Health Center
Non-invasive treatment uses sound waves to attack tumors.

Providence Little Company of Mary Medical Center Torrance Recognized as One of World’s Best Hospitals by Newsweek
3/3/2025
Seventh consecutive year for Providence Little Company of Mary Medical Center Torrance.
- Stacy Rogge
Stacy.rogge@providence.org
- Joann Hoven
Joann.hoven@providence.org
Latest press releases from Montana

Providence Montana wins national awards from Practice Greenhealth
6/10/2025

Providence St. Patrick Hospital Announces Closure of the Family Maternity Center
6/4/2025

Providence St. Patrick Hospital earns an “A” Hospital Safety Grade
5/2/2025

Providence St. Joseph Medical Center recognized as a Gold Safe Sleep Champion
4/14/2025
- Gary Walker
Gary.walker@providence.org
- Lisa Helderop
Lisa.helderop@providence.org
- Jean Marks
Jean.marks@providence.org
- After hours and on weekends, call 503-215-1111 or 503-216-1234 and ask for the on-call media relations team member.
Latest press releases from Oregon

Providence announces tentative agreements with nurses at all eight Providence hospitals in Oregon
2/21/2025
Providence’s Oregon bargaining teams have reached tentative agreements with nurses at all eight Providence hospitals in Oregon.

Providence Medical Group Announces Tentative Agreement with Hospitalists, Palliative Care Physicians at Providence St. Vincent
2/5/2025
Feb. 5, 2025 News Release: Providence Medical Group Announces Tentative Agreement with Hospitalists, Palliative Care Physicians at Providence St. Vincent

Tentative agreements ratified at Providence Women's Clinic
2/4/2025
Feb. 4, 2025 News Release: Tentative agreements ratified at Providence Women's Clinic

Providence announces tentative agreements with Oregon Nurses Association at all eight hospitals
2/4/2025
Feb. 4, 2025 News Release: Providence announces tentative agreements with Oregon Nurses Association at all eight hospitals
- Meredith Cunningham
Meredith.cunningham@providence.org
Latest press releases from Texas/New Mexico

Covenant Health Earns National Recognition for Sustainability Efforts
5/28/2025
Two Covenant Health ministries earn Project Greenhealth awards for environmental stewardship.
Joe Arrington Cancer Research & Treatment Center Earns FACT Re-Accreditation
11/9/2023
JACC earned re-accreditation for stem cell therapy treatment program.
New Hangar Opened for Specialty Transport Fleet
11/9/2023
New hangar increases quality and efficiency in care for specialty transport team.
Covenant Children's Opens Relational Health Center
11/9/2023
The region's only pediatric relational health center opens at Covenant Children's hospital.
Western Washington, including Puget Sound
- Ed Boyle
Edward.Boyle@Providence.org
Eastern Washington
Southeast Washington (Walla Walla and the Tri-Cities)
- Emily Volland
emily.volland@providence.org
Inland Northwest Washington (Spokane and Stevens Counties)
- Jen York
jen.york@providence.org
Latest press releases from Washington

Healthier births start here: Join Providence Everett CenteringPregnancy
Discover the benefits of CenteringPregnancy at Providence Swedish Everett. Learn how this unique prenatal care model offers midwifery support in a group setting.

Providence Swedish expands behavioral health services in Snohomish County
4/2/2025
Providence Swedish expanded its behavioral health services to address the growing mental health crisis in Snohomish County. Two new facilities have opened in Everett and Edmonds.

Confirmed measles exposure at two Providence Medical Group Clinics in Snohomish County
4/2/2025
Confirmed measles exposure at two Providence Medical Group Clinics in Snohomish County.

Providence reaches agreement with Regence/Asuris
3/31/2025
Providence and Regence BlueShield of Washington reached an agreement for new commercial and Medicare Advantage contracts in Washington.
Latest National Press Releases

Providence’s Cherodeep Goswami appointed to American Board of Surgery leadership post
7/3/2025
Cherodeep Goswami, Providence chief information and digital officer, has been appointed to the American Board of Surgery’s Board of Directors.

New Study: Providence whole genome sequencing program shows transformative potential for population health
7/1/2025
Published in Nature NPJ Genomic Medicine, Providence-led Geno4ME research program study highlights early detection, personalized prevention and prospect of improved care outcomes.

Providence's Orest Holubec tapped to lead Catholic Health Association Board
6/16/2025
Providence's Orest Holubec, chief of mission experience, will begin on July 1 his appointment as chairperson of the Catholic Health Association’s (CHA) Board of Trustees for 2025.

Cancer patients in Newberg receive a gift of comfort
6/19/2025
A generous gift of plush blankets helps comfort patients during their chemotherapy treatments at Providence Cancer Institute Newberg Clinic.

Providence announces restructure to strengthen delivery of high-quality, compassionate care
6/12/2025
Providence is taking steps to adapt its operations for a new reality of reduced reimbursement and higher costs.

Practice Greenhealth Awards empower sites and drive change
6/2/2025
Working through the Practice Greenhealth Awards application process helps hospitals make changes to lead the way in environmental stewardship.

New Horizons in Immunotherapy for Cancer symposium: Collaborative cancer research
5/28/2025
Expert voices in immuno-oncology from inside and outside Providence gather for a day of thought-provoking discussion, discovery and collaboration.

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