Yavapai Regional Medical Center (YRMC) introduced two additional 3D Tomosynthesis mammography units to their imaging sites in March, bringing the total to three in the YRMC network. The evidence is clear that Tomosynthesis—3D mammography—is a more precise screening for breast cancer for certain women. According to Kathleen Hoffer, Imaging Operations […]
We’ve all seen the reports: the Prescott area is frequently rated one of the best places in the country to live. One of the foremost reasons is that our region is an ideal destination for outdoor recreation and leisure activities due to the near-perfect climate and clean air. The hiking […]
Yavapai Regional Medical Center (YRMC) and YRMC PhysicianCare patients will find a fresh new design featuring improved navigation the next time they log-on to YRMC’s on-line patient portal, YRMC CareConnect. “We want our patients to have the best experience possible when accessing their confidential medical records through our on-line patient […]
The James Family Heart Center at Yavapai Regional Medical Center (YRMC) has reached another significant medical milestone with the introduction of the left atrial appendage closure (LAAC) procedure, better known as the “WATCHMAN™.” “The launch of this new service is another excellent example of why the community can be proud […]
Carly McCarter’s ties to Yavapai Regional Medical Center (YRMC) are as strong as the branches of her family tree. For generations, the McCarter family has called the Prescott area home. Their roots also are deeply planted in YRMC. “It was like I was raised at the hospital,” said Carly, who […]
Craig Leicht, MD, MPH, has joined YRMC PhysicianCare’s new Interventional Pain Management and Neurosciences medical practice at 980 Willow Creek Road, Suite 201 in Prescott. Interventional pain management is a leading-edge approach to pain management. Specialists like Dr. Leicht use minimally invasive techniques to diagnose and treat painful conditions. Interventional […]
Yavapai Regional Medical Center is celebrating its achievements and thanking our community for its support as the hospital marks its 75th anniversary this year. Pierre Tibi, M.D., a nationally acclaimed cardiothoracic surgeon and Medical Director of the James Family Heart Center has a unique perspective on this celebration, as he was […]
Are herbal supplements part of your daily medication routine? Many people don’t think of herbal supplements as medication. But the ginseng you take for memory or the black cohosh for osteoporosis should be monitored just as closely as your prescription medications. “Herbal medications can have adverse interactions when mixed with […]
Good friends, great food and good times were the order of the day as more than 300 gathered to raise more than $30,000 to promote children’s health. Sponsored by Dr. Peter Tibi and Yavapai Cardiac Surgery, the 6th Annual Crawfest was held Saturday, April 21, 2018 at the Holiday Gardens […]
Speech-language pathologists – also called speech therapists – are educated, skilled and licensed healthcare professionals. They’re also sometimes overlooked by people unaware of the important role these professionals play in health and healing. “Our profession focuses on helping people of all ages – newborn to senior – address health issues […]
When you walk into your provider’s office, the hospital Registration Department, a local imaging center or a surgical center and complete the required paperwork, are you often stumped when you come across the question about whether or not you have a Living Will, Medical Power of Attorney or Advance Directive? […]
Kids on bikes decked out with streamers, shimmering stars, multi-colored paper flowers, spinning pinwheels and more joined the Yavapai Regional Medical Center (YRMC) 2018 Kids’ Fun Ride at the Whiskey Off-Road on April 29. “Epic Rides is overjoyed to have partnered with Yavapai Regional Medical Center in celebrating their 75th […]
Yavapai Regional Medical Center (YRMC) is taking an important step to expand healthcare services for people in Chino Valley, Ash Fork, Paulden and other communities in the region. YRMC will relocate YRMC PhysicianCare Family Medicine, which opened in Chino Valley in 2016, to a larger building at 474 N. State […]
What do you do with all of those beautiful fresh herbs and baby greens popping up at the Prescott Farmers Market and backyard gardens? Rita Carey Rubin, host of YRMC’s Your Healthy Kitchen suggests pesto! Rita recently visited AZTV’s Sandy and Friends with loads of greens like kale, arugula, cilantro […]
Prescott Medical Imaging (PMI) now offers breast tomosynthesis – also called 3-D digital breast imaging – as part of their mammography screening services. PMI joins the BreastCare Center at Yavapai Regional Medical Center (YRMC) in Prescott Valley – which has two 3-D digital imaging units – to make the service […]
You could say Elisabeth Ruffner first fell in love with her husband-to-be, Lester “Budge” Ruffner, and then with her adopted hometown of Prescott. “Budge and I met when a sorority sister asked me to go on a blind date with two young men who were students in the Mortuary Science […]
Yavapai Regional Medical Center PhysicianCare is pleased to welcome Dr. Marc H. Brickman, DO, FACP, Internal Medicine. He has joined YRMC’s Internal Medicine team in Prescott. Dr. Brickman is a graduate of the Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine in Chicago, Illinois. He completed Residency training in Internal Medicine at Northwestern […]
Does a question about a new prescription medication typically come to you after leaving your doctor’s appointment? When picking up a new prescription at your pharmacy, do you usually skip the offer to talk with your pharmacist about the medication? According to Jeff Anderson, PharmD, MS, BCPS, Director of Pharmacy […]
Health and safety is a basic human need, at any age. This is why Yavapai Healthy Schools (YHS) is making sure this goal is met in Yavapai County schools. In 2015, a coalition of 15 organizations was established to ensure schools have the opportunity to improve our children’s health. And, YHS was […]
You’ve finished the race! What’s the best way to replenish your body and help the recovery process? Rita Carey Rubin, host of YRMC’s Your Healthy Kitchen, recently caught up with Chloe Woodruff, professional competitive cyclist and founder / manager of the Stan’s-Pivot Pro Team, presented by Maxxis. Woodruff, a World Cup competitor, also […]
