Education
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Education
Department is committed to providing the best resources for both patients and staff. When a knowledgeable team delivers quality care, it results in successful patient outcomes.
Preoperative Patient Education
Healthcare works best when patients understand their surgery, choices, and are actively engaged in their care. The NWSH education staff has developed classes that focus on being prepared for total joint replacement surgery. Our nurse navigators have collaborated with pharmacists, physical therapists and physicians to create an educational experience that prepares patients for surgery. Nurse navigators continually partner with patients to offer support throughout the trajectory of care.
We offer in-person classes on a weekly basis.
For more information please call: 208-500-9813
Bariatric Surgery
Total Hip Surgery
Total Knee Surgery
Total Shoulder Surgery
Smoking Cessation
Want to stop smoking or vaping, or help a loved one quit? We’re here for you every step of the way with tools, tips, and support. The important thing is to keep trying to quit until you quit for good.
To get started, call our clinic at 208-618-2570 and register for a series of Smoking Cessation Classes. You will attend a regular weekly class that helps keep you on track for success.
NWSH Educators in the Community
Northwest Specialty Hospital Education has partnered with Kootenai County Fire and Rescue in an effort to make our community a safer place. We take pride in helping others and understand the significance of staying involved through service projects and regional education initiatives.
Resources / Blog
Resources / Blog
Thanksgiving 101: How to stay healthy and avoid urgent care
Burns, carving injuries, and food poisoning are common Thanksgiving injuries and illnesses in North Idaho. Stay safe with these tips from Northwest Urgent Care.
Why you need routine mammograms (and where to find one in North Idaho)
Are you up to date with your mammograms? A recent study indicated that 41% of women say they’ve either skipped their...
What to expect at your first colonoscopy (and where to get one locally)
When was the last time you had a colonoscopy? Whether you’re overdue or you just scheduled your first one, you might...
Inspire vs. CPAP: Which sleep apnea treatment is right for me?
If you snore, have a restless night’s sleep or feel groggy all day, you may be living with obstructive sleep apnea...
Osteoporosis in North Idaho: Know your risks & emerging treatments
Imagine breaking a bone from a minor fall. Sadly, it’s an all-too-common reality for older women — and even older men...
Tinnitus: Causes, Treatment, and Coping Strategies
Tinnitus is not a specific disease but a term used to denote a hearing condition characterized by a person sensing sounds that do not come from any apparent external source.
Translating Our Mission Directly Into Patient Care
Unlike most big hospitals and healthcare systems, NWSH is a physician-owned and operated healthcare organization.
Screen Time Guidelines for Children: Balancing Tech and Play
While the potential benefits of technological advancements are exciting, concerns about the impact of excessive screen time on young minds are growing.
Coming Soon! Open MRI at Northwest Imaging
Northwest Imaging, a division within the Northwest Specialty Hospital family of clinics, is excited to announce the imminent arrival of the latest advancement in MRI technology: the OASIS Velocity High-Field Open MRI by Fujifilm.