What are your dinner plans for the week? Check out Yavapai Regional Medical Center’s (YRMC’s) Your Healthy Kitchen blog for delicious, affordable and, of course, healthy recipes. But there’s more to the YRMC-sponsored, online cooking show than what you see on your plate. “Teaching people how to cook simple, nutritious, and […]
Neurosurgeon Sam Safavi-Abbasi, MD, is now performing advanced brain and spine surgeries as well as the latest minimally invasive procedures in the Quad Cities, thanks to an affiliation between Dignity Health, Yavapai Regional Medical Group (YRMG) and Barrow Brain and Spine. “This is a major step forward for neurosurgical services […]
Many people have important childhood experiences that steer them towards their life’s work. Few, however, can point to an event as significant as testifying before the United Nations at 11 years old. That experience motivated Olufunso Odunukan, MD, MPH, FACC, FSCAI – an interventional cardiologist who recently joined Dignity Health, […]
Fibromyalgia, osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, spinal and pelvic disorders—they’re a few of the medical conditions many women face, all of which can lead to chronic pain. Pain is considered chronic when it persists longer than three to six months and essentially becomes imprinted on the nervous system. “In neuroscientific terms, pain […]
When Nisha Tung, MD, was a young girl she wanted to be a surgeon when she grew up. After all, she came from a family of physicians and medicine was in her blood. But her family also had a history of heart problems and as an adult she decided to […]
Do your tired legs keep you from doing what matters most to you? If your lower limbs feel fatigued even after minimal exercise, they may be sending an SOS. Tired legs may be caused by a vein disorder that can be easily diagnosed and treated. However, if it’s left untreated, […]
The concept of health and wellness has come a long way. You may remember the workout tapes that once captivated Americans. Or the weight-loss strategies involving cabbage soup, cookies and grapefruit that people pursued over the years, sometimes at a cost to their health. “Today, people view health and wellness […]
Preventing illness and injury are a big part of staying healthy. We monitor our blood pressure, watch for suspicious moles, check our cholesterol and conduct self-exams important to early cancer detection. Yet, relatively few understand how to prevent falls, one of the most common and devastating events for older adults. […]
Minor cuts, scrapes and wounds normally need very little help to heal. Clean it, bandage it and before you know it, your wound is better … usually. If your wound hasn’t healed in four weeks, it’s a chronic wound that needs medical attention. How dangerous are chronic wounds? They can […]
If you are one of the millions of people in this country who struggle with chronic pain, you know firsthand how it can hinder your quality of life. You may have explored just about everything in an attempt to cope with your pain – injections, medications, chiropractic care, surgery – […]
Dignity Health, Yavapai Regional Medical Center (YRMC) has re-aligned its Prescott outpatient laboratory draw centers into a single, state-of-the-art location. The new Outpatient Laboratory Draw Center is now serving patients in the recently opened Outpatient Services Building (OSB) West, on the campus of YRMC West at: 1001 Willow Creek Road […]
Increased shortness of breath, lack of energy and bouts of dizziness shouldn’t be written off to aging, according to experts at the James Family Heart Center at Dignity Health, Yavapai Regional Medical Center (YRMC). In recognition of American Heart Month, cardiac specialists from YRMC’s Heart Center are encouraging people of […]
Our health is measured by many numbers: cholesterol, blood sugar and body mass index are just a few. For most of us, the actual numbers aren’t as important as knowing our blood pressure numbers are within a healthy range. February is American Heart Month so the James Family Heart Center […]
People use the expression “my heart skipped a beat” to describe excitement, fear and even love. But to Cardiac Electrophysiologist, Nisha Tung-Takher, MD, Dignity Health, Yavapai Regional Medical Group (YRMG), Cardiology, an irregular heartbeat can have many meanings. An accomplished cardiac electrophysiologist, Dr. Tung has spent her medical career studying […]
Ask anyone what the primary symptom of a heart attack is, and they’re likely to say “chest pain.” While this can be true, it’s not the only symptom, especially for women. Heart disease is the leading cause of death for women in the U.S., but many women don’t recognize when […]
The Quad Cities’ first robotic-arm assisted surgery took place at Dignity Health, Yavapai Regional Medical Center (YRMC) in Prescott, Arizona on January 26. The successful operation – a knee replacement – was performed by Jason Weisstein, MD, MPH, FACS, Orthopedic Surgeon at Dignity Health, Yavapai Regional Medical Group (YRMG). “As […]
The word “excellence” has long been associated with the Breast Care Center at Dignity Health, Yavapai Regional Medical Center. But now it’s official. YRMC’s Breast Care Center was recently designated a Breast Imaging Center of Excellence (BICOE) by the American College of Radiology (ACR). The three-year accreditation recognizes that YRMC’s […]
The Quad Cities and Jason Weisstein, MD, MPH, FACS, fit together as naturally as the ball-and-socket joint of the hip fits to the thighbone. That’s an apt description for how Dr. Weisstein – an accomplished orthopedic surgeon who recently joined Dignity Health, Yavapai Regional Medical Group (YRMG) – has taken […]
The Dignity Health, Yavapai Regional Medical Center (YRMC) 2021 Total Healing Environment Physician of the Year, Ronael Eckman, MD, is challenging the old saying that no one is a hero in their own country, or in this case, their community. “I’m a third-generation native of Yavapai County and a fourth-generation […]
Early and regular screening has made lung cancer – the leading cause of all cancer deaths – a potentially curable disease. With low-dose computed tomography (LDCT), 80 percent of lung cancers detected early can be cured. “This is a giant leap forward for many reasons,” says Sierra-Amber Mabry, RT, Prescott […]
Total hip replacement surgery was so revolutionary in the 1990s that it was coined “the surgery of the century.” Since then, this quality-of-life enhancing procedure has continued to advance. The most recent innovation? A minimally invasive procedure called anterior-approach hip replacement, which appears to offer even greater improvement to the […]
Marketing professionals call it “brand recognition.” It’s consumer recall of a product – athletic shoes, a local coffee shop, or even the Olympics – by its name, logo or other characteristics. When medical experts gather for a similar discussion about a health condition, the stakes must be particularly high. In […]
Early treatment for COVID-19 infection with Monoclonal Antibody (MAB)Therapy for high risk patients is available at Dignity Health, Yavapai Regional Medical Center. A Physician Order and Appointment are required. What are monoclonal antibodies? Monoclonal antibodies are laboratory-made proteins that mimic your immune system’s ability to fight off harmful viruses. Casirivimab […]
November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month, an excellent time for current and past smokers to check out Lung Cancer Screening and Care at Dignity Health, Yavapai Regional Medical Center (YRMC). The centerpiece of YRMC’s program is low-dose computed tomography (LDCT), which produces detailed images of the chest and lungs to […]
Patient-shared decision making is an important aspect of healthcare today. However, advocating for yourself – or someone you love – requires information, especially with a relatively new concept like patient blood management (PBM). This is one reason the Society for the Advancement of Patient Blood Management (SABM) is sponsoring its […]
Orthopedic surgeon Jason Weisstein, MD, MPH, FACS, has joined Yavapai Regional Medical Group, Orthopedic Surgery, bringing to Yavapai County new, specialized orthopedic surgical expertise and expanding the availability of current, important services. “Dr. Weisstein specializes in joint replacement and limb salvage surgery,” says Ken Boush, Director of Marketing and Communications […]
Tracy Smith, MD, has joined Dignity Health, Yavapai Regional Medical Group, Internal Medicine in Prescott. Dr. Smith is an accomplished internal medicine physician. Before joining Yavapai Regional Medical Group, he cared for patients in Tulsa, Oklahoma for 20 years. Prior to that, Dr. Smith served in the United States Air […]
Even without the challenges of the pandemic, Ronael Eckman, MD – recipient of the 2021 Excellence in Healthcare Award from the Prescott Chamber of Commerce – has an extraordinarily busy professional life. Dr. Eckman serves as the Chief Medical Information Officer (CMIO) at Dignity Health, Yavapai Regional Medical Center (YRMC). […]
Yavapai Regional Medical Group, Orthopedic Surgery has opened a new clinic in Prescott Valley. The orthopedic surgical team is now seeing patients every Thursday and Friday at: Yavapai Regional Medical Group, Orthopedic Surgery Del E. Webb Outpatient Center 3262 North Windsong Drive, Suite B Prescott Valley, Arizona 86314 (928) 708-4545 […]
One of the most important healthcare decisions a woman will make is where to undergo breast screening. “Most women assume that all imaging facilities offer the same services and are pretty much interchangeable,” says Kathi Hoffer, Imaging Operations Manager, The Breast Care Center at Dignity Health, Yavapai Regional Medical Center […]
“The practice of medicine is a calling in which your heart will be exercised equally with your head.” These words were spoken more than 100 years ago by a physician known as the founder of modern medicine. Yet, even today, they perfectly describe the experience of LaNette Smith, MD, an […]
Pink ribbons are synonymous with October, National Breast Cancer Awareness Month. In the Quad Cities, businesses, organizations and individuals get involved in the recognition month by supporting the Breast Care Center at Dignity Health, Yavapai Regional Medical Center East in Prescott Valley. “We are incredibly grateful for the generosity our […]
Jennifer Goddard, MD, recently joined the team at Dignity Health, Yavapai Regional Medical Group, Primary Care, in Prescott Valley. Dr. Goddard earned her medical degree from Temple University, College of Medicine in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Following that, she pursued a residency in Family Medicine from Trident/Medical University of South Carolina in […]
In late October, the much anticipated Outpatient Services Building West will begin to open in stages to serve our community. Located on the campus of Dignity Health, Yavapai Regional Medical Center West (YRMC) in Prescott, this new state-of-the-art health and wellness center combines high-tech innovations with comfort and convenience. “The […]
Ask people what they appreciate most about their online patient portal and most will mention the access they have to information from their physicians and other healthcare providers. This information is behind a recently introduced feature on YRMC CareConnect, Dignity Health, Yavapai Regional Medical Center’s (YRMC’s) online patient portal. Now, […]
Physiatry, also called physical medicine and rehabilitation, is unique to the highly specialized world of healthcare. “It’s the only medical specialty that doesn’t focus on a particular organ or part of the body,” says Bradley Benson, DO, Physiatrist, Neurosurgery and Physiatry at Dignity Health, Yavapai Regional Medical Group (YRMG). Physiatrists […]
Psychiatrist Gayle L. Gregory, MD, has spent much of her medical career caring for children and adolescents who face mental health issues. She’s helped children in nearly every setting: inpatient hospitals, outpatient centers, residential facilities, schools and more. Beginning August 11, Dr. Gregory – who is board certified by the […]
Accomplished orthopedic surgeon, Greg S. Keller, MD, FABOS, has joined Dignity Health, Yavapai Regional Medical Group (YRMG), Orthopedic Surgery in Prescott. YRMG Orthopedic Surgery is one of 27 primary and specialty medical practices operated by Dignity Health, YRMG throughout the Quad Cities. “Serving the orthopedic surgery needs of people in […]
A lost set of keys … missed dental appointment … forgetting the name of an acquaintance, these may be signs of normal aging. Coupled with other symptoms, however, they may also signal the start of dementia or other conditions that early-on could be mistaken for dementia—amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), depression, […]
Humans are born with resilience. It’s an innate quality we all possess. Like most qualities, resilience needs nurturing. And what better time than now – as we’re navigating the ups and downs of pandemic recovery – to discuss how to replenish your resilience reservoir? “We have all been through a […]
Dignity Health, Yavapai Regional Medical Center’s (YRMC’s) Outpatient Wound Care Program includes highly specialized clinicians who utilize evidence-based strategies to develop personalized treatment plans for patients. YRMC is pleased to announce the addition of another talented physician to our Wound Care Program. Welcome John Payne, MD, FACS. With over 40 […]
COVID-19 admissions are increasing at Dignity Health, Yavapai Regional Medical Center and in nearly every case, over 99 percent, the person admitted was unvaccinated. Whatever we do, we don’t want to lose another life when a simple shot could have saved it. And we don’t want to jeopardize whatever normalcy […]
Fear of the dark isn’t unique to kids. Recent research shows that nearly half of older adults don’t want to leave their homes at night. The reason: Concern they could be robbed, assaulted or worse. In fact, two-thirds of seniors are convinced that they someday will become crime victims. “Fear […]
The Yavapai Regional Medical Center (YRMC) Foundation honored Universal Homes and Prescott Valley’s Granville community for 22 years of generous support during a private ceremony at Dignity Health, Yavapai Regional Medical Center at the east campus in Prescott Valley on Tuesday, April 27. During the ceremony, a commemorative display was […]
“Smart buildings” use technology to share information between the building’s systems. The heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC), for example, know what’s happening with the security and lighting systems. And the other way around, too. So, what would you call a building that uses both smart digital solutions and low-tech […]
Osteoporosis is called a silent disease because it’s often not detected until a bone fracture occurs. But your body may be talking to you long before that happens. Loss of height over time and back pain may be signs of bone loss. “Osteopenia is the beginning of osteoporosis,” says Sierra-Amber […]
Remember when television migrated from analog to digital in 2009 and a few years later made the leap to high-definition television? With each generation, the images were crisper, the colors more vibrant, the monitors sleeker. The world of diagnostic ultrasound is having a similar moment, thanks to high-definition imaging technology […]
Dave Barrett’s ties to the Quad-Cities run deep. He’s the third generation Barrett to provide Yavapai County residents warmth and comfort through propane delivery to local homes and businesses. Barrett Propane is about business and community. As the company’s website states, “We live here, we work here and we participate […]
Orthopedic Surgery at Dignity Health, Yavapai Regional Medical Group (YRMG) will serve the community in a new, expanded location beginning Monday, May 24, 2021. “The continued growth and development of our orthopedic surgical services is a top priority for Dignity Health, Yavapai Regional Medical Group,” says Ken Boush, Director of Marketing […]
Dignity Health, Yavapai Regional Medical Group is inspired to announce the addition of another talented physician to our Primary Care Team in Chino Valley. With over 31 years of Family Medicine experience, John Alessi, DO, has joined our Family Medicine Team at 474 N. State Route 89, Chino Valley, AZ […]
The song “Angels Among Us,” by the band Alabama, declares that angels grace the earth “to show us how to live, to teach us how to give.” For Will Aldaco, those words were inspired by his wife, Toni, who lost her life to breast cancer in 2002. “Toni taught me […]
Deteriorating health and not being able to live at home, these are among older adults greatest age-related fears, according to a recent study of people age 55 and older. Look further and you’ll also find that dementia of any kind makes the list of medical conditions that seniors dread most. […]
Have you heard of the “helper’s high”? It’s the uplifting feeling experienced after a good deed or an act of kindness. Nancy Thomes, Director of Volunteer Services at Dignity Health, Yavapai Regional Medical Center (YRMC), is very familiar with the positive affects of service. She sees it every day in […]
Three new board members are joining the Yavapai Regional Medical Center (YRMC) Foundation, further strengthening the bridge between YRMC outreach efforts and community health and healing. The Foundation has helped to strengthen such outreach since its conception in 1999. “We are pleased to welcome individuals who are so deeply committed […]
Is a total knee replacement on your radar? If it is, you’re not alone. More than 600,000 Americans opt for the procedure each year. That number makes total knee replacement the most frequently performed orthopedic surgery in the United States. It’s not always easy to know when it’s time for […]
Sleeves Up for the COVID-19 Vaccine gives voice to healthcare heroes from Dignity Health, Yavapai Regional Medical Center. The video series features YRMC physicians, nurses, radiologic technologists, support staff and other members of the YRMC team, sharing their experiences of caring for the community during COVID-19. Sleeves Up for the […]
It’s rare for Palliative Medicine physician Larry Parsons, MD, to meet someone who understands his medical specialty or how it benefits patients with serious illnesses. Dr. Parsons directs inpatient Palliative Medicine at Dignity Health, Yavapai Regional Medical Center and is part of the Palliative Medicine team at Dignity Health, Yavapai […]
The Yavapai Regional Medical Center (YRMC) Foundation has provided $250,000 in COVID-19 relief to support patient care and safety at YRMC during the pandemic. “The YRMC Foundation is so grateful for the generous support from so many in our community during this time of crisis,” states Robbie Nicol, Executive Director, […]
Dignity Health, Yavapai Regional Medical Center (YRMC) is expanding patient visitation and resuming elective procedures at both hospital locations in Prescott and Prescott Valley. These changes, while serving as a benefit to patients and their loved ones, will be monitored closely and may be revised based on COVID-19 infection rates […]
On Monday, February 15, Dignity Health, Yavapai Regional Medical Center (YRMC) resumed normal business operations at each of its three outpatient laboratory draw centers in Prescott and Prescott Valley. YRMC’s outpatient laboratory draw centers provide medical laboratory services to the community, including blood work and other physician-ordered laboratory studies, and […]
The recently renovated Cardiac Catherization Laboratory at the James Family Heart Center – located at Dignity Health, Yavapai Regional Medical Center (YRMC) in Prescott – caps a multi-year plan to expand needed cardiovascular services to the community. “It’s exciting to see this come together,” says Lauren Weedon, RN, MSN, Director, […]
Are you concerned for your safety when looking for your car in a shopping center parking lot? Do you recall declining an invitation to an evening event because it was at an unfamiliar location? Everyone deserves to feel secure, no matter their age or if they use assistive devices, such […]
Healthcare heroes from Dignity Health, Yavapai Regional Medical Center and Dignity Health, Yavapai Regional Medical Group share their thoughts about caring for our community during COVID-19 via a new video series. Sleeves Up for the COVID-19 Vaccine features brief videos of YRMC physicians, nurses, radiologic technologists, support staff, and other […]
Take a deep dive … drill down … unpack the situation, they’re all about looking below the surface to understand complexities. That’s the kind of work that goes on every day at Advanced Wound Care at Dignity Health, Yavapai Regional Medical Center (YRMC) in Prescott Valley. “With non-healing wounds of […]
The recent affiliation of Yavapai Regional Medical Center (YRMC) and Dignity Health also includes YRMC PhysicianCare. The 26 multispecialty medical clinics – located in Chino Valley, Prescott and Prescott Valley – are now known as Dignity Health, Yavapai Regional Medical Group (YRMG). “From our patients’ perspective, the new name is […]
Sam W. Downing, MD, is the new Director of Geriatric and Palliative Medicine for Dignity Health Yavapai Regional Medical Group (formerly YRMC PhysicianCare). The Clinic, which serves the entire Quad Cities, is located at: Dignity Health Yavapai Regional Medical Group, Palliative Medicine 802 Ainsworth, Suite C Prescott, Arizona 86301 (928) […]
In response to rising COVID-19 hospitalization rates, Dignity Health, Yavapai Regional Medical Center will pause all inpatient and outpatient elective procedures at both hospital locations beginning Monday, December 21. Emergent and urgent procedures will continue at both locations. “This was a difficult decision but one that is necessary due to […]
Dignity Health, Yavapai Regional Medical Group (YRMG) has expanded its network of multispecialty medical practices to include Orthopedic Surgical Services. Francisco Jaume, DO, an accomplished orthopedic surgeon with over 28 years of experience, will serve as Lead Orthopedist for YRMG, Orthopedic Surgical Services (formerly YRMC PhysicianCare). The new Clinic has […]
Gratitude is the thread that weaves the Yavapai Regional Medical Center (YRMC) Foundation together with our donors. In 2020, that message of thanks culminated in a unique and heartwarming Circle for Excellence Reception. “This annual event is one of our opportunities to recognize our many loyal donors,” says Robbie Nicol, […]
The right person at the right time. That sums up how many employees and medical staff members describe William W. Lockwood, MD, Dignity Health, Yavapai Regional Medical Center’s (YRMC’s) 2020 Total Healing Environment Physician of the Year. Dr. Lockwood is an infectious disease specialist. He joined Dignity Health, Yavapai Regional […]
As 2020 winds to a close, you may be contemplating your year-end charitable giving—especially during this unprecedented year. “Giving is always an expression of hope, but it feels especially so in 2020,” says John Goodenow, Director of Philanthropy for the Yavapai Regional Medical Center (YRMC) Foundation, a member of Dignity […]
In the minds of most, medicine and technology go hand-in-hand. But, for palliative medicine – a medical specialty focused on improving quality of life for people facing life-limiting, chronic, or serious illness – effective communication is the most important tool. “Palliative medicine doesn’t have fancy instruments,” said Ann Curry, MHS, […]
In response to rising COVID-19 infection rates throughout the community, Dignity Health, Yavapai Regional Medical Center (YRMC) has made the difficult decision to expand visitor restrictions beginning Tuesday, November 24. Hospital-based elective procedures that require an inpatient stay will pause beginning Thursday, November 26 through Friday, December 4. Procedures in […]
Aching, throbbing, excruciating and relentless—chronic pain can be all of those and still difficult to describe for people experiencing it. “I compare chronic pain to a snowball that grows bigger as it rolls downhill,” said Cheryl Van Demark, PT, C-IAYT, Physical Rehabilitation Services, Dignity Health, Yavapai Regional Medical Center (YRMC). […]
By Justin Khoa Ma, Pharm.D., Pharmacy, Yavapai Regional Medical Center Did you know that one in two adults with diabetes remain undiagnosed? Multiple factors, such as family history, age, and obesity, increases the risk of diabetes. In 2019, approximately 463 million adults were living with diabetes globally; this is expected […]
If you’ve ever smoked or you’re a current smoker, the possibility of lung cancer is probably in the back of your mind. What you may not know is that 80 percent of lung cancers are curable, if they’re found early. Enter Lung Cancer Screening and Care at Dignity Health, Yavapai […]
Yavapai Regional Medical Center (YRMC) and Dignity Health have completed an affiliation, uniting two strong healthcare systems that are committed to creating healthier communities by providing accessible, affordable and innovative health services. The affiliation will scale best-in-class clinical services, recruit and retain primary care providers and top medical specialists, and […]
The Arizona Hospital and Healthcare Association (AzHHA) Board of Directors announced John Amos, President and Chief Executive Officer of Yavapai Regional Medical Center (YRMC), as its new Board Chair. The board also voted to approve the addition of three new executives to the board. The AzHHA Board of Directors represents […]
Dr. William Lockwood, Infectious Disease Specialist with YRMC PhysicianCare, is the recipient of the 2020 Excellence in Healthcare Award. The award, presented annually by the Prescott Chamber of Commerce, is given to an individual that has demonstrated excellence in the field of healthcare. Dr. Lockwood has been a source of truth, […]
Yavapai Regional Medical Center (YRMC) is offering free expert assistance to families and individuals who want health insurance coverage through the Health Insurance Marketplace. During open enrollment 2021 – November 1 through December 15, 2020 – YRMC’s Certified Application Counselors (CACs) will provide assistance by appointment. “For years, YRMC has […]
Yavapai Regional Medical Center PhysicianCare is pleased to announce the addition of another talented physician to our Primary Care Team in Prescott. With over 26 years of Family Medicine experience, Lon C. Madsen, DO, has joined our Family Medicine Team at 1050 Gail Gardner Way, Suite 300, Prescott, AZ 86305. […]
Counting carbohydrates is a staple of Yavapai Regional Medical Center’s (YRMC’s) Outpatient Diabetes Self-Management Education Program. During sessions with experts like YRMC’s Wendy Nelson, RDN, people with diabetes learn how to manage their diets, weight and health. In fact, Nelson’s enthusiasm for healthy and delicious foods will no doubt make […]
When you see the larger-than-life pink ribbons on the exterior of Yavapai Regional Medical Center (YRMC) in Prescott and the BreastCare Center at YRMC East in Prescott Valley, you know it’s October—Breast Cancer Awareness Month. “Our community has a history of championing the work of the BreastCare Center in October […]
Setting up a home fitness program doesn’t have to be complicated, but there are a few steps you can take to ensure you’re successful, and of course, safe. What’s step one? “Make sure your program includes full-body exercise,” said Danyelle Schott, Certified Personal Trainer, Yavapai Regional Medical Center’s (YRMC’s) Pendleton […]
On Monday, September 28, Yavapai Regional Medical Center (YRMC) opens a new state-of-the-art outpatient laboratory testing center in Prescott Valley. The Outpatient Draw Center at YRMC East will serve Quad Cities residents’ laboratory exam needs, including blood work and other physician-ordered laboratory studies at: 7880 East Florentine Road Prescott Valley, […]
All that “swells” is not fluid. It may be fat, fibrosis or scar tissue. It also could be edema, according to Anil Kumar, MD, MRCP (UK), FACC, RPVI, RPhS, FSVM, DABVLM, Medical Director, The Vein Center at Yavapai Regional Medical Center (YRMC). Leg edema – an acute buildup of fluid […]
When COVID-19 hit, Cassandra Culver enthusiastically began sewing fabric face masks for family, friends, businesses and healthcare providers. But soon, Culver was feeling increased shoulder pain as she worked at her sewing machine. “I was worried this would affect my progress in other aspects of my physical therapy,” explained Culver, […]
If you’re experiencing difficulty swallowing, mealtime or even taking a drink of water can be an unpleasant experience. You may even be avoiding your medications because they’re difficult to swallow. “Problems with swallowing should not be underestimated,” said Courtney Brimm, MS, CCC-SLP, Speech-Language Pathologist, Yavapai Regional Medical Center (YRMC). “It’s […]
By Bill Gustoff, JD, President, Legal Division, Thompson & Associates The COVID-19 pandemic and how the world has responded to it has implications well beyond epidemiology. Governments struggle with how to respond, financial markets are on a roller coaster, and we have new vocabulary phrases like “community spread” and “social […]
“Into each life some rain must fall.” These words are more than song lyrics or a familiar expression to Cheryl Van Demark, PT, C-IAYT, Physical Therapist and Yoga Therapist at Yavapai Regional Medical Center (YRMC). They’re part of a self-compassion practice Van Demark teaches in the YRMC Self-Care Program for […]
Many people are saying their minds need a break right about now. That they need to shore up their peace-of-mind. We get it because our Vision of a Total Healing Environment values the relationship between body, mind and spirit. National statistics continue to reflect mounting mental health concerns stemming from […]
Your socks may be doing more than keeping you comfortable when you walk, they could be signaling you have a health problem. “If you pull your socks off at the end of the day and see depression lines on your legs, that’s an indication of edema,” said Anil Kumar, MD, […]
Varicose veins are more than a cosmetic issue, according to Anil Kumar, MD, ABVLM, RPVI, RPhS, FACC, FSVM, Medical Director of The Vein Center at YRMC in Prescott Valley. “Varicose veins are a potentially dangerous health issue that people often overlook,” Dr. Kumar said. “Without treatment, symptoms may progress and […]
What’s the easiest way to ensure you’re getting the nutrients you need from a plant-based diet? “Enjoy the rainbow,” said Danyelle Schott, Certified Nutritionist and Certified Personal Trainer at Yavapai Regional Medical Center (YRMC). “The more colors – like red apples, orange peppers, green kale and purple grapes – the […]
Phung Le, DO, a Yavapai Regional Medical Center (YRMC) Vascular Surgeon, has moved to a new office. Dr. Le and his office staff may now be reached at: YRMC PhysicianCare Vascular Surgery 808 Ainsworth Drive, Suite 103 Prescott, Arizona 86301 (928) 458-2850 Dr. Le, who joined YRMC in 2017, performs […]
June is Men’s Health Month, the ideal time to highlight prostate Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI). This is an important advancement to how physicians diagnose conditions of the prostate—the walnut-sized gland below the bladder in men. And that’s good news for men throughout Yavapai County. “Prostate MRI can prevent some biopsies […]
When it comes to lesions of the lower leg, many people take a wait-and-see-approach to seeking treatment. Yet, venous leg ulcers (VLUs) – which account for 70 to 90 percent of ulcers found on the lower legs – can quickly become painful and dangerous to your health. This is why […]
What do you want from a fitness program? A healthy heart … an amazing core … some fun … and a routine that keeps you motivated? That’s a lot to expect from one fitness program. But it is possible, especially if you follow the advice of Jill Potter, RN, ACSM-CEP, […]
Accurately diagnosing and tracking neuroendocrine tumors can be a challenge. That’s because neuroendocrine tumors grow in the cells that make hormones. They’re most often found in the pancreas or a gland in the abdomen. Neuroendocrine tumors may also grow in the stomach, intestines or lungs. A powerful new imaging study […]
COVID-19 has changed how we grocery shop, attend church services and celebrate major life events—at least for now. But, since Arizona’s stay-at-home order has ended, how will COVID-19 affect how you interact with your healthcare provider? Yavapai Regional Medical Center (YRMC) shares five ways that COVID-19 has changed – or […]
