Philanthropy in Action
A Lifetime of Care and Compassion Inspires the Haig Family to Give Back
Wendy and Alex Haig’s relationship with VHC Health began in the 1960s with an emergency visit for Alex’s broken arm. This marked the start of a connection with the health system that would later include the births of Wendy’s four sons and three grandchildren and extending to the compassionate end-of-life...
Philanthropy in Action
How Philanthropy is Powering a State-of-the-Art Simulation Lab at VHC Health–and Why It Matters
Arlene Evans, a former Operating Department Nurse at VHC Health, and Barry Dewberry are making a transformational investment to enhance medical training and education through the creation of a new Simulation Center. Their investment ensures sustainability in several key areas. Endowment for continuous learning The Arlene Evans and Barry Dewberry...
Philanthropy in Action
VHC Health’s New Care Across the Region Close to Home
Digestive Health Center In February, the new Digestive Center-Fairfax opened, bringing together all disciplines for digestive diseases in one location to provide seamlessly coordinated care. Patients with digestive diseases require various services—medical, surgical and ancillary. The Center creates a network of physicians who work together to provide holistic patient care....
Philanthropy in Action
Three Generations, One Commitment: The Nguyen Family and Their Generosity
John D. Nguyen’s family story is one of resilience and the spirit of giving back to the community. Nguyen Van Thoi, John’s father, fought alongside American forces during the Vietnam War, which led to his imprisonment after the conflict. In 1978, he escaped by boat with his family to come...
Philanthropy in Action
The Sharps’ Journey of Gratitude
Wayne W. Sharp, PhD, and his wife, Linda, have been a part of the McLean, Virginia community since 1968 and longstanding patients of VHC Health. They recently joined the VHC Health Foundation’s Galen Society, which celebrates lifetime donations exceeding $25,000. Dr. Sharp, reflecting on the essential care he received, said,...