Community Partnerships
For patients with serious illnesses or injuries that require highly specialized care and technology, we continue to establish and maintain referral relationships with larger medical centers in our region. Through these relationships, we are able to quickly and safely transfer patients from our emergency department and inpatient beds as needed for the advanced care they require.
We also proudly partner with local community organizations to educate the residents about health and wellness and bring needed services to their doorstep. During the COVID-19 pandemic, we teamed up with the local health departments to provide free screenings.
Advancing Healthcare Through Academic Collaboration
Partnerships play an important role in helping Washington Regional Medical Center continue to grow, innovate, and invest in the future of healthcare. Through affiliations with multiple schools within of Duke University, WRMC is expanding educational opportunities, supporting clinical research, and creating new pathways for professional development that benefit both our healthcare team and the communities we serve.
Duke University School of Nursing
WRMC serves as a clinical rotation site for Duke advanced practice nursing students. The community health team also collaborates with WRMC on clinical performance improvement initiatives, community health research, and expanded access to clinical training technologies and educational resources that support the continued development of our clinical staff.
Duke University School of Medicine
WRMC serves as a clinical rotation site for Duke physician assistant students, providing supervised clinical experiences that contribute to their education while supporting the advancement of tomorrow’s healthcare professionals.
Watts College of Nursing
Watts College of Nursing (WCON), an independent Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program, is co-located with Duke University School of Nursing on Duke University’s campus. This unique affiliation fosters collaboration and enhances educational opportunities for students and healthcare professionals alike. WRMC serves as a key clinical partner, providing hands-on learning experiences for WCON students during their clinical rotations. Additionally, the Blue Carpet Experience supports workforce development by creating educational pathways for WRMC employees seeking to further their professional advancement through nursing education and RN licensure.
Every Child Deserves Access to Specialized Care
Through our partnership with Shriners Children’s, Washington Regional Medical Center serves as a regional point of access to a network of nationally recognized pediatric specialists, helping families connect with advanced pediatric expertise while remaining close to home for their initial evaluation.
Bringing Specialized Expertise to Our Region
Through the Shriners Children’s Telehealth Network, adolescents throughout our region have access to consultations with renowned pediatric clinicians. When additional specialty care is needed, the Shriners Children’s network of dedicated volunteers may assist with transportation to and from WRMC for the initial evaluation and, when appropriate, provide transportation to a Shriners Children’s hospital along with housing support for families while a child is receiving care. Depending on the family situation, Shriner’s Children’s Foundation helps to cover the cost of services, too.
This partnership helps reduce barriers to specialty pediatric services by connecting local families with experienced pediatric specialists and the resources available through the Shriners Children’s network.
Exciting News Coming Soon
We’re preparing to share more about this new partnership. Please check back soon for an exciting announcement, coming soon.
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