Verde Valley Medical Center

2010

	VVMC and Cottonwood Recreation Center sponsor Lookin' Good Cottonwood weight-loss competition Verde Valley Medical Center and the Cottonwood Recreation Center have joined forces to help promote health, exercise and weight loss in 2011. Lookin’ Good Cottonwood is a weight-loss competition designed to promote healthy lifestyle choices, weight...	Dec. 29, 2010
	Do your joints feel like they are made of stone? Learn how VVMC can help by attending a free seminar Verde Valley Medical Center’s Joint Replacement Program is hosting a free joint replacement informational seminar for those suffering from ongoing joint pain who would like to discover more about treatment options. The next free seminar is from 11...	Dec. 28, 2010
	VVMC Ostomy Support Group discusses the risk of diabetes Verde Valley Medical Center is reaching out and embracing the local community of ostomy patients, families and community members by hosting a monthly ostomy support group. This group provides a supportive and sharing environment for all individuals,...	Dec. 23, 2010
	VVMC's Family Health Providers expands access to primary care practitioners Verde Valley residents now have expanded access to primary care through Verde Valley Medical Center’s Family Health Providers. A service of VVMC, Family Health Providers has expanded to 10 primary care providers in four clinic locations throughout...	Dec. 16, 2010
	Head and neck cancer support group Dec. 16 Cancer patients, survivors and families and caregivers are invited to participate in the Cancer Centers of Northern Arizona Healthcare’s “Heads Up!” support group. Heads Up! is a monthly informal head and neck cancer support group. The next meeting...	Dec. 13, 2010
	VVMC helps collect medical books to assist physicians in Afghanistan Verde Valley Medical Center is collecting medical books and reference materials to donate to healthcare providers in Afghanistan in support Operation Medical Libraries. After decades of war, many of the medical libraries, clinics, hospitals and...	Dec. 6, 2010
	VVMC's December Parkinson's support group holiday party Verde Valley Medical Center’s Parkinson’s disease support group is having their annual holiday party from 4 - 5:30 p.m., Friday, Dec. 10 in Conference Room C; refreshments provided. The party is open to patients, family members, caregivers and anyone...	Dec. 6, 2010
	Annual visitation restrictions go into effect at VVMC Dec. 1 Due to the start of the Influenza and Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) season, Verde Valley Medical Center is implementing annual visitation restrictions in all patient-care areas of the hospital beginning Wednesday, Dec. 1. Children 12 and under...	Nov. 24, 2010
	VVMC ostomy support group focuses on importance of nutrition Verde Valley Medical Center is reaching out and embracing the local community of ostomy patients, families and community members by hosting a monthly ostomy support group. This group provides a supportive and sharing environment for all individuals,...	Nov. 22, 2010
	Catch breast cancer early; free breast self-exam workshops Breast cancer currently affects one out of every eight women and is the most common type of cancer found in women. Due to the high prevalence of the disease, early detection is the most effective and efficient tool for recovery. Join Verde Valley...	Nov. 19, 2010
	Head and neck cancer support groups: stretching and movement after cancer treatment Patients and survivors, as well as families and caregivers are invited to participate in the Cancer Centers of Northern Arizona Healthcare’s “Heads Up!” support group. Heads Up! is an informal head and neck cancer support group meeting 1:30 – 3:30...	Nov. 15, 2010
	VVMC's Diabetes Support group: Making Time for Holiday Exercise Verde Valley Medical Center’s (VVMC) Diabetes Education Program is reaching out to embrace the diabetic community and their loved ones by hosting monthly diabetes support groups. These local groups provide a supportive and sharing environment for all...	Nov. 8, 2010
	VVMC's November Parkinson's support group: Nutrition's impact on the disease process Verde Valley Medical Center (VVMC) is hosting a free Parkinson’s disease support group from 4 - 5:30 p.m., Friday, Nov. 12 in Conference Room C. The meeting is open to patients, family members, caregivers and anyone interested in learning about...	Nov. 3, 2010
	Fit Kids hosts 5K Fun Run Nov. 6 In an effort to help children and their family’s lead healthy and active lifestyles, Fit Kids of Arizona is hosting a 5K Fun Run. This fun-filled event is open to the public and all ages are encouraged to attend. The run begins 8 a.m., Saturday, Nov....	Nov. 1, 2010
	VVMC offering early pregnancy informational workshop Verde Valley Medical Center’s (VVMC) Women and Infant Services is hosting an early pregnancy informational workshop to promote healthy pregnancies. This class is an opportunity for expecting mothers to learn tips for a healthy pregnancy. The...	Nov. 1, 2010
	VVMC sponsors Ostomy Support Group Nov. 3 Verde Valley Medical Center is reaching out and embracing the local community of ostomy patients, along with their loved ones and community members by hosting monthly ostomy support groups. This group provides a supportive and sharing environment for...	Oct. 27, 2010
	Arty-Bras showcased at First Friday ArtWalk in Sedona In an effort to increase breast cancer knowledge and promote early detection of breast-health issues, the Cancer Centers of Northern Arizona Healthcare (CCNAH) are showcasing the “Arty-Bra” Project from 5 – 8 p.m., Friday, Nov. 5 at the First Friday...	Oct. 26, 2010
	Carrying the Weight of the World can be Tough on Your Shoulders For those of you who carry the world and more on your shoulders, Verde Valley Medical Center presents a free shoulder and sports medicine seminar. Join Bradley Williams, M.D., a board certified orthopedic surgeon who specializes in shoulder repair...	Oct. 21, 2010
	Considering joint replacement? Attend a free seminar Verde Valley Medical Center’s Joint Replacement Program is hosting monthly orthopedic seminars to discuss the possibilities of a life without joint pain. These seminars provide a learning opportunity for those suffering from ongoing joint pain and...	Oct. 20, 2010
	Cancer Center in Sedona offers support groups Cancer impacts many individuals within our communities, either as a patient, family member or caregiver. When someone is coping with a cancer diagnosis they can find support and encouragement from others who have encountered similar situations....	Oct. 11, 2010
	Main Street Cares Celebrate October Breast Cancer Awareness Month Oct. 15 Verde Valley Medical Center, the Cancer Centers of Northern Arizona Healthcare and Old Town Cottonwood businesses are sponsoring Main Street Cares. The event is 5 – 8 p.m., Friday, Oct. 15 on Main Street, Cottonwood. This fun, first-of-its-kind event...	Oct. 6, 2010
	VVMC's Diabetes Support group: Learn to cook healthy holiday dishes Verde Valley Medical Center’s (VVMC) Diabetes Education Program is reaching out to embrace the diabetic community and their loved ones by hosting monthly diabetes support groups. These local groups provide a supportive and sharing environment for all...	Oct. 4, 2010
	VVMC's October Parkinson's support group: "Ask the Neurologist" Verde Valley Medical Center (VVMC) is hosting a free Parkinson’s disease support group from 4 - 5:30 p.m., Friday, Oct. 8 in Conference Room C. The meeting is open to patients, family members, caregivers and anyone interested in learning about...	Oct. 4, 2010
	VVMC sponsors Ostomy Support Oct. 6 Verde Valley Medical Center is reaching out and embracing the local community of ostomy patients, along with their loved ones and community members by hosting monthly ostomy support groups. This group provides a supportive and sharing environment for...	Sept. 27, 2010
	Diabetes Support Group: What is the Glycemic Index Verde Valley Medical Center’s Diabetes Education Program is reaching out to embrace the diabetic community and their loved ones by hosting local monthly diabetes support groups. These groups provide a supportive and sharing environment for all...	Sept. 20, 2010
	Catch breast cancer early; free breast self exam workshops offered The Cancer Centers of Northern Arizona Healthcare – Sedona Campus and Verde Valley Medical Center are offering free breast self exam workshops. These two-hour workshops teach women how to perform breast self exams and include detailed instructions...	Sept. 13, 2010
	Verde Valley Medical Center recognized with Gold Performance Achievement Award Verde Valley Medical Center (VVMC) is one of 135 hospitals nationwide to receive the American College of Cardiology Foundation’s 2010 Get With The Guidelines Gold Performance Achievement Award. This is the third year in a row VVMC has received the...	Sept. 10, 2010
	Prostate cancer has a 99-percent survival rate when detected early September is National Prostate Cancer Awareness Month and the Cancer Centers of Northern Arizona Healthcare at Verde Valley Medical Center (VVMC) is sponsoring a free prostate screening. The prostate screening will be from 4:30 - 7 p.m., Thursday,...	Sept. 8, 2010
	Catch breast cancer early; free breast self-exam workshops offered Affecting one out of every eight women, breast cancer is the most common type of cancer in women. Because the prevalence of breast cancer is so high, discovering this disease early is the most effective and efficient tool to recovery. Learn how to...	Sept. 1, 2010
	Tomorrow's doctors being trained at Verde Valley Medical Center Verde Valley Medical Center has expanded its teaching role through the addition of an internal medicine residency program. The program started with four residents but will grow to train 12 resident physicians at a time. “These residents are our...	Aug. 30, 2010
	Verde Valley Medical Center selects new chief medical officer After an extensive nationwide search which included the evaluation of numerous highly trained and qualified candidates, Verde Valley Medical Center (VVMC) has selected Nick Paslidis, M.D., Ph.D., M.H.C.M., to serve as its new Chief Medical...	Aug. 26, 2010
	Ostomy Support Group at VVMC Verde Valley Medical Center is reaching out and embracing the local community of ostomy patients, along with their loved ones and community members by hosting a quarterly ostomy support group. This group provides a supportive and sharing environment...	Aug. 24, 2010
	VVMC Diabetes Support Group Verde Valley Medical Center’s Diabetes Education Program is reaching out and embracing the local community of people with diabetes and their loved ones by hosting monthly diabetes support groups. These groups provide a supportive and sharing...	Aug. 24, 2010
	Paws for Patients training course offered at VVMC Recognizing the healing benefits of animals, Verde Valley Medical Center (VVMC) developed the Paws for Patients program, which offers inpatients special visits with therapy dogs. Therapy dogs provide a general feeling of well-being, unconditional...	Aug. 17, 2010
	VVMC's new Pediatric Observation Unit opens Thanks to the Del E. Webb Foundation, Pediatric Services in the Verde Valley have taken a significant step forward. The Foundation donated $750,000, helping VVMC to construct and open a Pediatric Observation Unit. A Pediatric Observation Unit Open...	Aug. 9, 2010
	Community Seminar ? Managing back pain through new breakthrough procedure In an effort to educate the community on health-related topics, Verde Valley Medical Center (VVMC) offers monthly educational seminars. The July seminar will feature Interventional Pain Management Physician Glenn M. Lipton, M.D., A.B.I.P.P. During...	June 30, 2010
	A Camp Verde Joint Replacement Seminar Solving the Problem of Joint Pain Joint replacement surgery is one of the most commonly performed orthopedic surgeries in the world today. Due to the high volume of local residents requiring this procedure, Verde Valley Medical Center launched its...	June 29, 2010
	Cancer Center in Sedona offers support groups Cancer impacts many individuals within our communities, either as a patient, family member or caregiver. When someone is coping with a cancer diagnosis they can find support and encouragement from others who have encountered similar situations....	June 28, 2010
	Reducing Your Risk of Stroke A stroke is a “brain attack,” cutting off vital blood and oxygen to the brain cells that control everything we do – from speaking, to walking, to breathing. Every year, stroke strikes approximately 750,000 Americans, killing 160,000 and forever...	June 18, 2010
	Brave New World of Personalized Cancer Care Keeping in mind June’s National Cancer Survivors day, Robert Gagliano, M.D., board certified oncologist/hematologist shares information on new cancer treatments. Scientists and cancer specialists are striving to create a future in which cancer...	June 17, 2010
	A Joint Replacement Seminar at Sedona Library Click here to listen to the radio spot Joint replacement surgery is one of the most commonly performed orthopedic surgeries in the world today. Due to the high volume of local residents requiring this procedure, Verde Valley Medical Center...	June 8, 2010
	Solving the Problem of Joint Pain Joint replacement surgery is one of the most commonly performed orthopedic surgeries in the world today. Due to the high volume of local residents requiring this procedure, Verde Valley Medical Center launched its Joint Replacement Program in 2002....	June 3, 2010
	Visitation restrictions lifted at Verde Valley Medical Center Due to the decline of influenza and RSV cases nationally and locally, VVMC has lifted its annual visitation restrictions. Effective May 1, children 18 years and younger will be allowed in the hospital to visit patients. In general and depending on...	May 1, 2010
	A room of one's own--and more! Shared patient rooms are the norm at hospitals nationwide, but not at Verde Valley Medical Center. With the completion of VVMC’s $39 million expansion project--a project which included a new, 29-bed medical surgical unit and a new, 20-bed telemetry...	April 30, 2010
	VVMC's hospitalist program expands with new physician leadership Ismaila Jibrin, M.D., recently was appointed the site program director of Verde Valley Medical Center’s (VVMC) hospital-based physician program. VVMC is among a growing number of hospitals throughout the U.S. that employ physicians, or hospitalists,...	April 21, 2010
	Mended Hearts, Inc., invites you to a meeting You are invited to visit a Mended Hearts, Inc., support group meeting. The Verde Valley Mended Hearts group is a gathering of heart patients, their families, or caregivers, who find sharing information, encouragement and hope is beneficial for...	Feb. 27, 2010
	Be Smart about your heart: VVMC's Heart Fair In recognition of February National Heart Month, the Heart & Vascular Center of Northern Arizona and Verde Valley Medical Center (VVMC) have teamed up for VVMC’s annual Heart Fair from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Saturday, Feb. 27, in VVMC Conference Rooms...	Feb. 12, 2010
	Entire Care expands services Management of the Dry Creek Physical Therapy Clinic and the Village of Oak Creek (VOC) Physical Therapy Clinic recently transferred from Flagstaff Medical Center to The EntireCare Rehab & Sports Medicine Experts department of Verde Valley Medical...	Feb. 2, 2010
	Diabetes and Heart Disease presentation at VVMC Verde Valley Medical Center invites the community to its “Heart of the Matter” cardiac education program, Monday, Feb. 8, from 6:30-7:30 p.m. February’s presentation, “Diabetes and Heart Disease,” will be given by Brenda Howland, M.D. Dr....	Jan. 27, 2010
	http://www.nahealth.com/OurServices/GuardianAir/default The Commission on Accreditation of Medical Transport Systems will conduct an accreditation site visit of Guardian Air on Feb. 4 – 5, 2010. The purpose of the site visit will be to evaluate the program’s compliance with nationally established medical...	Jan. 19, 2010
	Barbara Dember, VVMC's new VP of Ancillary Services Verde Valley Medical Center has a new vice president of Ancillary Services: Barbara Dember, M.H.A., F.A.C.H.E. joined the VVMC team January 11. Barbara’s responsibilities include Surgery, Special Procedures, Emergency, Health Information, Laboratory...	Jan. 15, 2010
	From clinic to teaching hospital Verde Valley Medical Center is launching an Internal Medicine Residency program in association with Midwestern University, the Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine located in Glendale. VVMC currently is accepting applications from Midwestern...	Jan. 14, 2010
	January diabetes support group Verde Valley Medical Center is hosting a diabetes support group Monday, Jan. 25, from5-7 p.m., in VVMC Conference Room A. This group welcomes individuals, family members and friends whose lives have been affected by diabetes. Cheryl Chase, PharmD,...	Jan. 14, 2010
	VVMC announces new Orthopedic Surgeon Verde Valley Medical Center is pleased to welcome Diana M. Ennes, M.D., to its Medical Staff. Dr. Ennes is an orthopedic surgeon with extensive education, experience and training. She is board certified by the American Board of Orthopedic Surgeons...	Jan. 14, 2010
	VVMC welcomes new Internal Medicine and Pediatrics_physician Verde Valley Medical Center is pleased to welcome Mark H. Pico, M.D., to its Medical Staff. Dr. Pico specializes in both internal medicine and pediatrics and is practicing at the Verde Valley Medical Center – Sedona Campus at 3700 West Highway 89A in...	Jan. 14, 2010
	VVMC hosts physician lectures at Sedona Public Library Fitness, illness prevention and joint pain are the topics Several Verde Valley physicians will share their knowledge and experience at back-to-back lectures at the Sedona library on Saturday, January 16. Verde Valley Medical Center’s newest primary...	Jan. 5, 2010