Preparing for Emergency Care
You can’t foresee a trip to the emergency room, but that doesn't mean you can't prepare should the time come. Here are a few things you can get together ahead of time, plus some situations to be aware of within the emergency department, to help you feel prepared.
Big benefits through small incisions: How laparoscopic surgery is advancing patient care at OMC
At Olympic Medical Center, general surgeon Sam Skovgaard, MD, works with patients to determine the most effective surgical path for them—whether that is a traditional "open" approach or a minimally invasive laparoscopic technique.
Clarix Imaging: Leading the way in surgical precision in cancer care
Clarix Imaging: Leading the way in surgical precision in cancer care
At Olympic Medical Center, we're proud to be the only hospital in Washington State to offer Clarix Imaging, a revolutionary 3D system that provides our surgeons with unparalleled clarity during cancer removal procedures.
2025 OMC Holiday Coloring Contest
2025 OMC Holiday Coloring Contest
Kids and kids at heart, grab your markers and crayons and join the 2025 OMC Holiday Coloring Contest!
Video: Men's Health Q&A with Urologist Dr. Tim Hewitt
Video: Men's Health Q&A with Urologist Dr. Tim Hewitt
For Men's Health Month, Urologist Dr. Tim Hewitt details symptoms and treatment for benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), a prostate problem affecting many men. Watch to find out more!
VIDEO: Men's Health Month with Dr. Samuel Skovgaard
VIDEO: Men's Health Month with Dr. Samuel Skovgaard
This Men's Health Month, let's hear from General Surgeon Dr. Samuel Skovgaard about the signs of symptoms of inguinal hernias, and what men can do to get the relief they need.
VIDEO: Men's Health Month with Dr. David Bayne
VIDEO: Men's Health Month with Dr. David Bayne
In the spirit of Men's Health Month, learn more about when to be concerned about heart burn, and about the importance of colonoscopies as a preventive measure for colon cancer.
VIDEO: Learn about OMC's cardiology team and its capabilities this Heart Month
VIDEO: Learn about OMC's cardiology team and its capabilities this Heart Month
Hear from cardiologist and Olympic Medical Heart Center Director Dr. Kara Kurtz Urnes to learn about our cardiology team and its offerings.
What is a public hospital district in Washington State?
What is a public hospital district in Washington State?
Washington State is home to 56 public hospital districts. Of those, 44 have hospitals, while the other 12 provide emergency services urgent care, or nursing homes, for example. Nearly half of all the hospitals in Washington State are public hospitals.
Understanding hernias (and when to see your doctor)
Understanding hernias (and when to see your doctor)
Hernias, those pesky bulges under the skin, can be sneakily small, painfully obvious, or somewhere in between. And while they can sometimes go unnoticed, they can become a bigger issue if left untreated.