Stormont Vail Health welcomes several new hospitalists. October 5, 2026 Stormont Vail Health is pleased to welcome three new providers to the Hospitalist team at Stormont Vail Hospital in Topeka, located at 1500 S.W. 10th Ave., 66604. Keirthana Aedma, M.D. Dr. Keirthana Aedma brings a thoughtful, patient-centered approach to care, with a focus on listening, empathy, and trust. She enjoys getting to know her patients, hearing their stories, and working together to find answers that can make a real difference during their hospital stay. Dr. Aedma earned her Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery from Kakatiya Medical College in India and continued her training in the United States, completing an internal medicine residency at The University of California Riverside School of Medicine. She is currently a research fellow with Mayo Clinic Health System. "What I enjoy most about medicine is being able to bring a meaningful change into my patients' lives," Dr. Aedma said. "I want them to feel heard, understood, and confident that they are cared for." Dr. Aedma was drawn to Stormont Vail because of its welcoming, team-oriented culture and the chance to live closer to family. As a hospitalist, she will partner with patients, families, and care teams to make hospital stays as smooth, clear, and supportive as possible from admission to discharge. Lal Muhammad, M.D. Dr. Lal Muhammad's interest in medicine is deeply personal, driven by early family experiences that shaped his commitment to compassionate, patient-centered care. He is dedicated to supporting patients and families during vulnerable moments and ensuring that his patients feel heard and actively involved in their care decisions. "I take pride in being able to explain complex medical concepts in a way that patients and their families can easily understand," said Dr. Muhammad. "I'm passionate about providing the education and support they need for their well-being." Stormont Vail's strong sense of community, collaborative environment, and values drew Dr. Muhammad to join the health system. After earning his medical degree from Liaquat National Hospital and Medical College in Pakistan, he moved to the United States, where he completed a three-year internal medicine residency at UHS, Wilson Medical Center, in New York. As a nocturnist, Dr. Muhammad plays a critical role in delivering high-quality care during overnight hours, with a focus on communication, continuity, and achieving the best possible patient outcomes. Adil Sarvar Mohammed, M.D. Dr. Adil Sarvar Mohammed was born and raised in Telangana, India, where he completed medical school before moving to the United States to continue his medical training. He completed a research fellowship at Mayo Clinic in Arizona and an internal medicine residency at Central Michigan University. In addition to his clinical expertise, Dr. Mohammed has built an extensive research portfolio with a focus on cardiovascular medicine and evidence-based care. His work has earned honors including Resident of the Year, the Chair's Resident Research Award, and Best Poster Presentation at the Central Michigan University Research Symposium. As a nocturnist, Dr. Mohammed is focused on supporting patients and care teams during overnight hours, when medical needs often require rapid assessment, collaboration, and clear communication. He believes quality care means not only treating illness but also ensuring patients feel heard, respected, and involved in decisions affecting their health.

Stormont Vail Health welcomes orthopedic foot & ankle surgeon Erik Nott, M.D. Stormont Vail Health is pleased to welcome Erik Nott, M.D., an orthopedic surgeon specializing in foot and ankle care, to the Stormont Vail Health Foot and Ankle Clinic. Stormont Vail Health is pleased to welcome Erik Nott, M.D., an orthopedic surgeon specializing in foot and ankle care, to the Stormont Vail Health Foot and Ankle Clinic. After more than 23 years of service in the United States Air Force, Dr. Nott is beginning a new mission: helping patients stay active, maintain mobility, and improve their quality of life. He brings extensive orthopedic experience, including advanced fellowship training in foot and ankle surgery and a distinguished career caring for service members around the world. Dr. Nott earned his medical degree from The University of Kansas School of Medicine, completed an orthopedic surgery residency at The University of Texas Health Science Center in San Antonio, and completed a foot and ankle fellowship at The Steadman Clinic in Vail, Colorado. During his military career, Dr. Nott served in a variety of clinical and leadership roles, including deployments with Air Force Special Operations teams and leadership of large multidisciplinary medical organizations. His experiences reinforced the value of teamwork, communication, and trust - principles that continue to shape his approach to patient care. Dr. Nott believes listening is one of the most important parts of caring for patients. He works closely with each person to understand their goals and develop treatment plans that support function and mobility, whether treatment is surgical or nonsurgical. "I hope patients leave understanding what's going on, what we can do to help, and what theend goal of treatment is," Dr. Nott said. "The goal is to maintain and improve function." Dr. Nott joins Dr. Henry Goppert at the Stormont Vail Health Foot and Ankle Clinic and is accepting new patients. To schedule an appointment, call 785-272-7600. TK Business Magazine is always excited to share the news about your organizations success. So please share your ribbon cuttings, open houses, new hires, new product or service. You can email your news releases to [email protected]

Stormont Vail Health gives $7.5 million to Washburn University. Topeka Capital-Journal Updated Aug. 11, 2026, 11:18 a.m. CT Washburn University received a major donation for health care education. JuliAnn Mazachek, Washburn University president, announced a partnership and $7.5 million investment from Stormont Vail Health. "Washburn is building on its long history of serving the health care needs of our community and region," Mazachek said. "This strategic academic partnership will strengthen health care education, help build a highly skilled health care workforce and reinforce the community partnerships vital to our region. This new learning environment will bring students and faculty together across disciplines, creating a collaborative educational experience that reflects the technologies, practices and teamwork of today's health care workplace. "We are deeply grateful to Stormont Vail Health for its visionary investment and shared commitment to preparing exceptional health care professionals who will serve Topeka, our region and communities throughout Kansas." What will the $7.5 million from Stormont Vail be used for at Washburn? The money will be used to support university's "bold new vision for integrated health care education." To recognize Stormont's investment, the new health sciences facility will be named the Stormont Vail Health Clinical Institute of Excellence. "Stormont Vail Health and Washburn University share a deep commitment to serving our community and investing in educational and career opportunities," said Mark Slyter, Stormont Vail Health CEO. "This partnership is about innovating health care education and training opportunities for what students need. Together, we will prepare the next generation of health care professionals while strengthening the workforce our communities will depend on for decades to come. The new facility will bring Washburn's Harmony J. Hines School of Nursing, School of Applied Studies Allied Health programs and Department of Kinesiology under one roof to create an integrated learning environment. The Stormont Vail Health Clinical Institute of Excellence will "bring together advanced simulation spaces, collaborative laboratories and interdisciplinary classrooms, creating extraordinary opportunities for students to learn, innovate and solve problems alongside future professionals from across a wide range of health care disciplines." It will also include spaces to help meet the growing demand for science labs that is adaptable, which will provide hands-on learning. "Turning an ambitious vision into reality is only made possible with the extraordinary partnership of alumni, donors and friends who believe in Washburn's plans for the future," said Marshall Meek, Washburn University Alumni Association and Foundation president. "Stormont Vail Health recognizes this is more than an investment in a building. It is an investment in students, the future health care workforce and the lives their care will transform for generations. We are deeply grateful for Stormont's leadership and confidence in Washburn's vision." Why is Stormont Vail Health investing in Washburn University? Slyter said during the announcement approximately 60% of Stormont Vail nurses come from Washburn. "Many of our graduate other graduates at Washburn are at Stormont Vail," Slyter told The Capital-Journal. "If they're not at Stormont, well, they're with a lot of our partners across the 19-20 counties that surround Shawnee County and this area. "So, we feel like this is an absolute essential investment in the future of Health Care here locally and across Northeast Kansas." Slyter told The Capital-Journal efforts like this help the facility address health care shortages. "We've been very proactive as a system to invest in multiple partners to help create the pipeline for the future," Slyter told The Capital-Journal. "Washburn's our anchor partner because we're both headquartered right here in Topeka. So, because of that, we have been able to maintain a really high quality staffing level and talent and not have to fear a lot of contract labor from boats outside of the community." Stacey Saldanha-Olson is an enterprise reporter for The Topeka Capital-Journal. She can be reached by email at [email protected]. Follow her on X @ssaldanhao. (This story was updated to add new information.)