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| Elizabeth Lindsey
After Elizabeth Lindsey, 80, of Lake Montezuma, Ariz., had undergone valve replacement surgery for a heart condition, she decided to take more interest in her heart health, and attended a cardiac lecture at Verde Valley Medical Center.
“Following my... |
| Minimally Invasive Surgery
Advances in medicine have developed to the point where more surgical procedures can be done through the use of laparoscopic or minimally invasive surgery. What this means for patients at Verde Valley Medical Center is less postoperative pain, shorter... |
| Paul Joens
Sixty-one-year-old Cottonwood resident Paul Joens admits he doesn’t rush to the doctor every time he feels sick. However, there’s one physician appointment he always keeps—his annual physical checkup. When his doctor told him the results of a yearly... |
| The Heart of the Matter
National data demonstrates that informed patients are more likely to actively participate in their own and their family’s healthcare, communicate better with their physicians, and adhere more fully to treatment programs. Verde Valley Medical Center... |
| June 27, 2009 | Breast Cancer Resource Program
The Cancer Centers of Northern Arizona Healthcare are pleased to announce the opening of the new Breast Cancer Resource Program at the Cancer Center – Sedona Campus. The program is designed to assist women who have received a diagnosis of breast... |
| June 27, 2009 | Student Loan Program
The Verde Valley Medical Center Board of Directors offers a Student Loan Program to Verde Valley community members interested in obtaining competency in a healthcare profession.
Criteria include U.S. citizenship and Arizona residency for at least... |
| June 19, 2009 | Dr Bescak lipidology certification
Kenneth J. Bescak, M.D., F.A.C.C., diagnostic cardiologist at the Heart & Vascular Center of Northern Arizona, recently became the only board certified lipidologist north of Phoenix. He is one of only six certified lipidologists in Arizona.
As a... |
| June 15, 2009 | New Family Practice Physician
Richard A. Gibula, M.D., Family Practice physician, has joined the Medical Staff of Verde Valley Medical Center. Dr. Gibula was born in Jaslo, Poland, and immigrated to the United States with his family when he was a child. He received his medical... |
| June 11, 2009 | Cancer Survivors Day 09
In honor of National Cancer Survivors Day (NCSD), the Cancer Centers of Northern Arizona Healthcare Sedona Campus is hosting Celebri la Vita! (Celebrate Life!) on Sunday, June 28. The Italian-themed event will be held at Verde Valley Medical Center’s... |
| June 9, 2009 | Camp Verde Open House
Verde Valley Medical Center invites the community to an open house at the Camp Verde Health Center Saturday, July 11, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., 460 W. Finnie Flat Rd.
Meet Kenneth Bescak, M.D., diagnostic cardiologist of the Heart & Vascular Center of... |
| June 9, 2009 | Heart of the Matter July 09
Verde Valley Medical Center invites the community to its “Heart of the Matter” cardiac education topic Monday, July 13, 6:30-7:30 p.m. Mended Hearts will be presented by Don Luther, former heart patient, and Flagstaff Medical Center... |
| June 9, 2009 | Shoulder surgery seminar at VVMC
Verde Valley Medical Center invites the community to an educational seminar about shoulder surgery presented by Bradley Williams, M.D., Ph.D., orthopedic surgeon. Dr. Williams specializes in minimally invasive techniques for the treatment of... |
| February 3, 2009 | Is 90 the new 60?
“Keep moving, dahlings!” Eleanor Ford, world traveler, former surfer and long-time exercise instructor, gently chides her class of senior citizen movers and shakers. She leads the group through a series of Tai Chi movements and demonstrates a deep... |
| February 3, 2009 | New technology for gastrointestinal disorders
Verde Valley Medical Center’s mission is to provide you the best in quality and care – and diagnosis and treatment of gastrointestinal (GI) tract diseases is no exception. VVMC has acquired advanced, high-definition endoscopic technology that allows... |
| February 3, 2009 | Teaching tomorrow's physicians
In partnership with Midwestern University’s Glendale campus, Verde Valley Medical Center is providing learning opportunities to third and fourth year medical students.
“We are so pleased to be able to send our students to Verde Valley Medical... |
| February 2, 2009 | Digital mammography available
Digital mammography is available at the Verde Valley Medical Center Cottonwood and Sedona campuses. The American Cancer Society recommends women 40 and older should have a screening mammogram every year and should continue to do so for as long as... |
| December 19, 2008 | VVMC receives Showcase in Excellence Award
The Joint Replacement Program at Verde Valley Medical Center has been awarded a 2008 Showcase in Excellence Award by the Arizona Quality Alliance (AQA). VVMC is the only hospital in Arizona to receive the award. This recognition is presented to... |