The recently renovated Cardiac Catherization Laboratory at the James Family Heart Center – located at Dignity Health, Yavapai Regional Medical Center in Prescott – caps a multi-year plan to expand needed cardiovascular services to the community. “It’s exciting to see this come together,” said Lauren Weedon, RN, MSN, director of Cardiovascular Services at Dignity Health, Yavapai Regional Medical Center. “Our most recent Cath Lab renovation includes top-of-the-line technology and the … [Read more...] about Heart Center Welcomes Top-Tier Cath Lab
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Why Medical Officials Encourage Masking Up
While COVID-19 continues to spread across Arizona, the issue of whether or not to wear a mask remains a point of debate. Some argue it does nothing to kill the virus. Some say a mask compromises their personal freedom. Others assert they are stronger than any virus. Still others suggest they don’t know what to believe, that the recommendations keep changing. That’s the thing about this pandemic. It is called novel coronavirus (COVID-19) because it’s new to humans. Scientists are learning more … [Read more...] about Why Medical Officials Encourage Masking Up
Don’t Let Chronic Pain Define You
If you are one of the millions of people in this country who struggle with chronic pain, you know first-hand 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 – yet, the pain persists. YRMC’s Chronic Pain Self-Care Program can help. This innovative program will show you how to work in concert with your body and mind to understand and ease chronic pain through … [Read more...] about Don’t Let Chronic Pain Define You
YRMC: Your Destination for Heart Care, Blood Management
What does the phrase “destination health care” bring to mind? For a growing number of people in Arizona and the Southwest it means heart care, patient blood management or both of these specialized programs, provided by Yavapai Regional Medical Center (YRMC). Cardiac specialists from the James Family Heart Center at YRMC and leaders from YRMC Patient Blood Management (PBM) joined a live-stream event on Oct. 17 at Yavapai College Performing Arts Center. YRMC – Your Destination for Cardiac … [Read more...] about YRMC: Your Destination for Heart Care, Blood Management
How to Prevent a Brain Attack
Many in the medical community now use the phrase “brain attack” in place of “stroke.” That’s because strokes have a lot in common with heart attacks. A heart attack happens when an artery that delivers blood to the heart becomes blocked. Deprived of oxygen and nutrient-rich blood, heart tissue begins to die. Immediate treatment is needed to prevent extensive damage to the heart. Re-read that paragraph and exchange the word “heart” for “brain.” You are now describing a stroke, or brain attack. … [Read more...] about How to Prevent a Brain Attack
Realizing a Modern YRMC Vision of Medical Care, Wellness
Friends recently showed me photos of a garden their children had planted as a summer project. In the first photo, small bunches of broccoli sprouted strong and healthy. It was planted in spring, my friend explained. He swiped to the next photo for a view of the entire garden. Next, he zoomed in to show me rows of tomatoes, peppers, eggplant and watermelon. Garden markers staked in the dirt showed where seeds were planted. The tomatoes and peppers already looked like a promising crop. The … [Read more...] about Realizing a Modern YRMC Vision of Medical Care, Wellness
Four Reasons You May Need a Speech-Language Pathologist
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 of these professionals in health and healing. “Our profession focuses on helping people of all ages – newborn to senior – address health issues from the neck up,” said Yavapai Regional Medical Center (YRMC) Speech-Language Pathologist Lorrie Nebrig, MA, CCC-LP. “Our work is both diagnostic – in that … [Read more...] about Four Reasons You May Need a Speech-Language Pathologist
YRMC’s James Family Heart Center Introducing WATCHMAN Procedure
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 to have this state-of-the-art Heart Center right here at home,” said Medical Director of The James Family Heart Center at YRMC Pierre Tibi, M.D. The WATCHMAN is … [Read more...] about YRMC’s James Family Heart Center Introducing WATCHMAN Procedure
How Randi Rolls: Helped by YRMC
A 300 point game is every bowler’s goal. In life, amateur bowler Randi Suppes is doing that and more. A wife, mother and grandmother … a retired travel agent who explored Australia, Bali, Italy, Singapore and more … a dedicated Yavapai Regional Medical Center (YRMC) and Mended Hearts volunteer whose cardiologist nicknamed her “Wonder Woman” — Suppes embraces life. “I love the Prescott area,” said Suppes, who moved with her husband to the community in 1998. “The people are friendly and it has … [Read more...] about How Randi Rolls: Helped by YRMC
A Healthy Spin on Delicious, Affordable Meals: YRMC’s New Cooking Show, Your Healthy Kitchen
We’ve all read the reports. A plant-based diet rich in fruits, vegetables and nuts can help to keep us fit and trim. But, what’s next? Many of us have little or no experience preparing affordable meals that feature these healthy ingredients. Yavapai Regional Medical Center (YRMC) has an answer through its new cooking program titled Your Healthy Kitchen. The program can be accessed online by visiting www.yrmchealthconnect.org and following the Your Healthy Kitchen link to watch brief, … [Read more...] about A Healthy Spin on Delicious, Affordable Meals: YRMC’s New Cooking Show, Your Healthy Kitchen