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  • Susan Layeux, MD, Adds to Provider Roster at Medical Office – Manzanita Location

    Eager to provide access to high-quality care on the northern Oregon coast, Adventist Health Tillamook announces that another seasoned and ...

    Feb 7, 2023 More
  • Adventist Health Portland Expands to Include Midwifery Program

    Adventist Health Portland recently celebrated its first birth supervised by the new certified nurse-midwifery team. The birth took place in one of the ...

    Feb 3, 2023 More
  • New Adventist Health Providers in Lincoln City Expand Care, Appointment Availability

    Adventist Health is proud to welcome several new medical providers to their roster of primary care, urgent care and specialty providers at the ...

    Jan 26, 2023 More
  • Healthgrades 250 Best Hospitals in America includes two Adventist Health medical centers

    Adventist Health is celebrating with teams at two of our California medical centers as they are recognized as among America’s 250 Best Hospitals for ...

    Jan 26, 2023 More
  • Erdmann Named Patient Care Executive

    Adventist Health Portland recently named Diana Erdmann, MSN, RN, CENP, as patient care executive. Erdmann succeeds Cindy Nutter, who is retiring from ...

    Jan 23, 2023 More
  • Public Notice - Magnet Recognition Program®️-Site Visit

    PUBLIC NOTICE MAGNET RECOGNITION PROGRAM®-SITE VISIT Adventist Health Glendale has applied to the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) for the ...

    Jan 19, 2023 More
  • Tillamook Medical Minute: The Importance of Regular Cervical Cancer Screenings and HPV Vaccines

    Paul Welch, MD, is the Adventist Health Tillamook Ambulatory Medical Director. As a board-certified medical provider with decades of experience in ...

    Jan 13, 2023 More
  • Associate Patient Care Executive Named at Adventist Health Howard Memorial

    January 6, 2023 (Willits, CA) — Adventist Health Howard Memorial is pleased to announce Amy Buckingham as Associate Patient Care Executive. Buckingham ...

    Jan 6, 2023 More
  • Dr. John Bohlman Retires from Medical Officer Role at Adventist Health Tillamook, Celebrates with ...

    John Bohlman, MD, has announced his retirement from the role of Adventist Health Tillamook Medical Officer, effective January 7, 2023. This follows ...

    Jan 3, 2023 More
  • Adventist Health Tillamook Hosts Oregon Legislators

    Twelve Oregon legislators, including those who serve on House/Senate healthcare committees, joined Adventist Health Tillamook President Eric Swanson ...

    Dec 23, 2022 More
  • Join Adventist Health in supporting women’s health services in Kenya

    Adventist Health Global Missions Fund will match your contribution through Dec. 28 A 15-year-old Maasai girl stumbles through the doors of the Africa ...

    Dec 20, 2022 More
  • Adventist Health Tillamook Leaders Complete Rural Hospital Leadership Certifications

    Recently announced by the National Rural Health Association (NRHA), Adventist Health Tillamook President Eric Swanson received official designation as ...

    Dec 19, 2022 More
  • Adventist Health Howard Memorial Receives Women’s Choice Award

    Hospital is named a one of the best in the country for Emergency Care and Patient Experience December 19, 2022 (Willits, CA) – Adventist Health Howard ...

    Dec 19, 2022 More
  • Adventist Health Portland names new finance officer

    Adventist Health Portland recently named Jason Panasuk its new finance officer. Panasuk replaces Don Welch, who is transitioning to Adventist Health’s ...

    Dec 16, 2022 More
  • Adventist Health Tillamook Physicians Nominate Dr. Andrew Nelson as 2022 Physician of the Year

    Continuing a tradition started in 2019, Adventist Health Tillamook medical providers have selected Andrew Nelson, MD, as the 2022 Physician of the ...

    Dec 15, 2022 More
  • Call to Artists for Annual Art for the Heart Showcase

    Join us in raising awareness about heart health at Art for the Heart Let your heart speak out! Adventist Health Tillamook announces a call to artists ...

    Dec 14, 2022 More
  • Nurse practitioner comes home to Corcoran

    Amandeep Kaur cares for patients at Adventist Health Medical Office As family nurse practitioner Amandeep Kaur prepared to meet her new clinic team in ...

    Dec 13, 2022 More
  • Small Town Heart Provides Loving Care With Big-league Effect

    In the United States, 1 in 3 public schools have no access to athletic trainers to prevent, diagnose, treat and rehabilitate injuries and illnesses ...

    Dec 12, 2022 More
  • Finding a Balanced Exercise Routine

    With the holidays just around the corner maybe if us are thinking about how to prevent the extra pounds the holidays frequently bring. One great way ...

    Dec 12, 2022 More
  • Know how to manage RSV, flu and COVID-19 this winter

    Have you heard the terms “tripledemic” or "tridemic" recently? These are names that have been coined to reference three illnesses that are on the rise ...

    Dec 9, 2022 More
  • Adventist Health Reedley nationally recognized as a 2022 Top Teaching Hospital

    Dec. 9, 2022 (Reedley, Calif.) – Highlighting its nationally recognized achievements in patient safety and quality, Adventist Health Reedley was named ...

    Dec 9, 2022 More
  • Sleep Health and Diabetes

    Diabetes is a chronic health condition that affects more than 30 million Americans and is the seventh leading cause of death in the United States. ...

    Nov 30, 2022 More
  • Adventist Health introduces MOSES technology for safer, faster treatment of kidney stones

    Nov. 22, 2022 (HANFORD, Calif.) — Positioning itself as a leader in urological care, Adventist Health Hanford has invested in new technology that ...

    Nov 22, 2022 More
  • Carotid Approach Now Offered for TAVR

    Northwest Regional Heart & Vascular recently began offering the minimally invasive transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR) procedure using the ...

    Nov 16, 2022 More
  • Enjoy family-friendly fun at the AHEAD Turkey Trot

    The St. Helena Hospital Foundation and Adventist Health St. Helena’s AHEAD Program invite the community to start Thanksgiving Day with exercise and ...

    Nov 16, 2022 More
  • Adventist Health Reedley Receives Prestigious Baby-Friendly Designation

    November 14, 2022 (Reedley, Calif.) Adventist Health Reedley is proud to announce that it has achieved the highly prestigious international ...

    Nov 14, 2022 More
  • Mural Wall Recognizing Adventist Health Tillamook Military Veterans Unveiled

    On the week of Veteran’s Day, November 11, 2022, Adventist Health Tillamook President Eric Swanson unveiled a personal project a year in development ...

    Nov 10, 2022 More
  • Shaping the future: University students explore careers in healthcare administration

    Adventist Health is providing a variety of opportunities to help prepare the next generation of healthcare business leaders. Experiences include ...

    Nov 8, 2022 More
  • Holidays and Recovery

    While many enjoy festive events of the holidays, family time and the hustle and bustle that comes along with the holidays, for some, the stress and ...

    Nov 8, 2022 More
  • Addressing vaccine confidence in Adventist Health Tillamook communities

    Getting the Flu Vaccine | COVID-19 Information Schedule an Appointment with a Provider Today Recent efforts to support vaccine outreach in rural ...

    Oct 27, 2022 More
  • Tides of Change, SANE Community Collaborative Workgroup Announces U.S. Department of Justice Grant ...

    Tides of Change and the SANE community collaborative workgroup, including Adventist Health Tillamook, proudly announce that the U.S. Department of ...

    Oct 12, 2022 More
  • Adventist Health Tillamook Announces Fall 2022 Walk-in Flu Clinics

    Adventist Health Tillamook announces the following Walk-in Flu Vaccination Clinic dates across their coastal rural health clinics in Manzanita, ...

    Oct 5, 2022 More
  • ICU Nurse Named Outstanding Preceptor

    The Oregon Center for Nursing has named Stephanie Vail, RN, an ICU nurse at Adventist Health Portland, as one of its 2022 Oregon Outstanding Nurse ...

    Sep 29, 2022 More
  • New Patient Care Executive Named at Adventist Health Ukiah Valley

    September 28, 2022 (Ukiah, CA) — Adventist Health Ukiah Valley is pleased to announce that Jill Bartolomie has been named Patient Care Executive, ...

    Sep 28, 2022 More
  • Adventist Health Tillamook Offers New Bivalent COVID Vaccine Booster to Patients 12 and up

    Recommended by the CDC to protect against new Omicron subvariants of the COVID-causing virus, Adventist Health Tillamook now offers the latest ...

    Sep 27, 2022 More
  • Adventist Health Tillamook Announces Images Medical Spa Closure on November 1, 2022

    In order to prioritize staffing resources that are in highest need for our community, Adventist Health Tillamook leadership has determined that Images ...

    Sep 27, 2022 More
  • Adventist Health Portland Launches Virtual ICU

    Our critical patients and their care teams have additional support thanks to OHSU and Adventist Health Portland’s virtual intensive care unit (vICU) ...

    Sep 19, 2022 More
  • Adventist Health Ukiah Valley Recognized for Excellence in Maternity Care, Opioid Stewardship and ...

    September 13, 2022 (Ukiah, CA) — Adventist Health Ukiah Valley hospital is pleased to be one of only nine hospitals in California to have achieved all ...

    Sep 13, 2022 More
  • Adventist Health Ukiah Valley Welcomes New Administrator

    September 9, 2022 (Ukiah, CA) — Adventist Health is pleased to announce that David Leighton, MPA, MHCM, CLSSBB, has been named Administrator of ...

    Sep 9, 2022 More
  • Diabetes and Your Mental Health

    If you have diabetes, you know how much time and effort it can take to manage the disease. You need to keep a close eye on your blood sugar, make ...

    Sep 8, 2022 More
  • Adventist Health Tillamook Managers Honored by Department of Defense Office

    Adventist Health Tillamook is proud to share that our Emergency Medical Service leaders Jackie Fox, EMS Director and Seth Crowder, EMS Supervisor, ...

    Aug 30, 2022 More
  • Live Well With Diabetes

    About one in 10 Americans are living with a diabetes diagnosis. What’s more, over one-third of adults in the U.S. have prediabetes, or elevated blood ...

    Aug 26, 2022 More
  • Adventist Health Portland Named High Performing by U.S. News and World Report

    U.S. News and World Report has named Adventist Health Portland High Performing in four clinical areas: Heart attack, heart failure, kidney failure and ...

    Aug 22, 2022 More
  • Edwin Hojilla, MD, Joins Adventist Health Medical Office Hanford

    August 19, 2022 (Hanford, Calif.) – Adventist Health Medical Office in Hanford is pleased to welcome Edwin Hojilla, MD, who joins our team in August ...

    Aug 19, 2022 More
  • Generous grant from Bank of America to support future Valley healthcare professionals

    HANFORD – Bank of America has awarded Adventist Health in the Central Valley a $10,000 grant in support of the COPE Health Scholar Program, which ...

    Aug 17, 2022 More
  • Conquering Breast Cancer

    Here’s how one woman survived and thrived after a diagnosis. When Kristi Dunbar told her doctor about a lump she found on her breast, she didn’t think ...

    Aug 16, 2022 More
  • What Is My Risk for Breast Cancer?

    Like most women, you may find yourself wondering now and then: What are my chances of getting breast cancer? Of course, there are many factors that ...

    Aug 15, 2022 More
  • Is It Alzheimer’s or Am I Just Forgetful?

    What is Alzheimer’s? Alzheimer’s is the most common form of dementia, with more than 65 million Americans living with Alzheimer’s. About one in nine ...

    Aug 15, 2022 More
  • 2022 CNA of the Year: Mohini Nair, CNA

    When you work on a team, nothing means more than having a teammate who always jumps in to do the hard work without complaint. “Mohini is always ...

    Aug 11, 2022 More
  • The Key to Living Well Later in Life?

    Get ahead of health concerns. What quality of life do you have now? What quality of life do you hope to have in the future? That’s what Melissa Davis, ...

    Aug 11, 2022 More
  • Knight Cancer Institute awards grant to Adventist Health Portland Foundation

    OHSU Knight Cancer Institute recently announced the latest recipients of grants from its Community Partnership Program . Adventist Health Portland ...

    Aug 9, 2022 More
  • 2022 Rising Star Nurse: Cynthia Boldt, RN

    The beginning of the huge Delta-variant COVID-19 surge was already washing over the Adventist Health Portland intensive care unit when new graduate ...

    Aug 5, 2022 More
  • Lisa Chapa, MSN, FNP, Joins Adventist Health Medical Office in Parlier

    August 1, 2022 (Parlier, Calif.) – Adventist Health Medical Office - Parlier is pleased to welcome Lisa Chapa, MSN, FNP, who joined our team in July. ...

    Aug 1, 2022 More
  • Adventist Health Establishes Oregon Supply Chain Network

    Adventist Health has established a new supply chain network to serve its Oregon hospitals, which include Adventist Health Portland and Adventist ...

    Jul 29, 2022 More
  • Adventist Health St. Helena Heart Experts Perform 100th Watchman Procedure

    The Adventist Heart & Vascular Institute’s structural heart program implanted its 100 th WATCHMAN Left Atrial Appendage Closure Device at Adventist ...

    Jul 28, 2022 More
  • Adventist Health Tillamook Announces Availability of 3D Mammography Technology

    This service uses low radiation scanning to deliver safe, state-of-the-art results to patients. The gold standard of breast cancer detection is now ...

    Jul 27, 2022 More
  • 2022 Nurse of the Year: Heather Goold, RN

    Nurses often go the extra mile. When she’s needed, Heather goes the extra 10 miles. “Heather is one of the hardest working nurses on our unit. While ...

    Jul 25, 2022 More
  • Tips to Keep Your Brain Healthy

    Ever wondered what you can do to boost your brain health? The same tips that help keep your body healthy also keep your brain healthy. And, they work ...

    Jul 20, 2022 More
  • Lead exposure: should your child be tested?

    When you think of lead, you might think of pencils—but in fact, the classic yellow pencil contains graphite instead of lead. The switch was prompted ...

    Jul 20, 2022 More
  • Nephrologist joins Adventist Health Medical Office - Kingsburg

    KINGSBURG – Adventist Health Medical Office in Kingsburg is pleased to welcome Mustafa Kagalwalla, MD, who joins our organization in July. Dr. ...

    Jul 14, 2022 More
  • WATCHMAN: A new option to reduce stroke risk for individuals with atrial fibrillation

    The Adventist Heart & Vascular Institute at Adventist Health and Rideout performed the Institute’s first implant of the WATCHMAN™ Left Atrial ...

    Jul 6, 2022 More
  • Outstanding Partnership Formed Between Adventist Health Castle and Central Medical Clinic

    An outstanding partnership has been formed between Adventist Health Castle and Central Medical Clinic bringing together two organizations recognized ...

    Jul 5, 2022 More
  • Protect the Skin You're In

    It is easy to take our skin for granted. It is washable, flexible and durable. It regenerates itself when we get a cut or scrape, and it does not seem ...

    Jul 1, 2022 More
  • Adventist Health Tillamook Recognizes Honorees for Nursing and Associate Awards

    Adventist Health Tillamook announces honorees for their annual nursing DAISY Award® and annual associate of the year award, an important part of ...

    Jun 27, 2022 More
  • Acute pain vs. chronic pain

    From headaches to back aches, everyone experiences pain at some point. But do you know the difference between acute and chronic pain? And when does ...

    Jun 27, 2022 More
  • Alternatives to prescription pain management

    Whether you’re recovering from an injury or dealing with chronic pain, chances are, you’ll need pain relief at some point in your life. Every year, ...

    Jun 27, 2022 More
  • Adventist Health Ukiah Valley Congratulates First Graduating Class of its Family Medicine and ...

    June 24, 2022 (Ukiah, CA) - Adventist Health Ukiah Valley is pleased to announce the first class of resident physicians will graduate from its ...

    Jun 24, 2022 More
  • 4 Tips for medication safety

    For many people, medications play an important role in managing health—they reduce symptoms of chronic diseases, aid you in healing from infections ...

    Jun 24, 2022 More
  • Dentist joins Adventist Health Medical Office - Oakhurst

    OAKHURST – Adventist Health Medical Office Oakhurst is pleased to welcome Rosanna M. Lesniak, DMD, who joined our facility in June. Dr. Lesniak is a ...

    Jun 23, 2022 More
  • Providing Support to a Community in Need Substance Use Treatment and Counseling with Adventist Healt ...

    The beautiful landscapes of Mendocino County range from vineyards to mountains to redwoods to the gorgeous coastline, but there also lies another ...

    Jun 22, 2022 More
  • Rosanna M. Lesniak, DMD, Joins Adventist Health Medical Office Oakhurst

    Adventist Health Medical Office Oakhurst is pleased to welcome Rosanna M. Lesniak, DMD, who joined our facility in June. Dr. Lesniak is a general ...

    Jun 15, 2022 More
  • Bainbridge Park Grant Entry Selected as a Winner in the State Farm Neighborhood Assist Program

    Adventist Health Mendocino Coast and the City of Fort Bragg are pleased to announce that Bainbridge Park has been selected as a winner in the State ...

    Jun 15, 2022 More
  • Adventist Health Ukiah Valley Welcomes Two New Pharmacy Residents

    June 14, 2022 (Ukiah, CA) – Adventist Health Ukiah Valley is pleased to announce that two new pharmacy residents will be joining our team on June 27. ...

    Jun 15, 2022 More
  • Leading-Edge Cardiovascular Care

    On May 11th, 2022, Representatives of Adventist Health St. Helena, the St. Helena Hospital Foundation and the Ghiringhelli family cut the ribbon to ...

    Jun 10, 2022 More
  • Dr. Schoppy is now welcoming new ENT patients

    We are proud to reintroduce otolaryngology services to our community through the expertise of David Schoppy, MD. When it comes to your key senses of ...

    Jun 8, 2022 More
  • Guided By Surgeons, Powered By Robots

    With benefits that range from smaller incisions to help reduce scarring, to a reduced need for narcotic pain medicines post-op, the da Vinci surgical ...

    Jun 8, 2022 More
  • Adventist Health Welcomes 15 New Nurses to its Hospitals in Ukiah and Willits

    Adventist Health is pleased to welcome 15 new nurses to its clinical care teams at Adventist Health Ukiah Valley and Adventist Health Howard Memorial ...

    Jun 8, 2022 More
  • Adventist Health Expands Services on the Mendocino Coast to include Hospice

    Adventist Health in Mendocino County is pleased to announce an expansion of its hospice services to include Fort Bragg and the coastal community. ...

    Jun 6, 2022 More
  • Hillary Hoppe, at home

    She was born and raised in St. Helena. She obtained her BSN at Boise State University. While employed as a nurse and gaining experience in several ...

    Jun 3, 2022 More
  • Redefining Food

    Every week there seems to be a new diet that claims the ability to have amazing weight loss results. Food advertising permeates life from billboards ...

    May 24, 2022 More
  • Adventist Health Tillamook Announces Re-Start of Grief Support and Cancer Support Groups

    Beginning this June, grief support and cancer support groups facilitated by Adventist Health Tillamook are restarting after a long COVID-19 ...

    May 23, 2022 More
  • Helping your loved one with breast cancer: Tips from a cancer care navigator

    When someone we love has breast cancer, it’s easy to feel helpless. Knowing what to say or do is hard. Not being able to look into the future is ...

    May 20, 2022 More
  • Formula shortage: keeping tummies full while shelves are empty

    Making sure your child is fed, happy and safe is top priority for parents and caregivers. That’s why the current formula shortage is causing so much ...

    May 19, 2022 More
  • Adventist Health Tillamook President Eric Swanson Appointed to State of Oregon Emergency Medical ...

    Eric Swanson, president of Adventist Health Tillamook, has been appointed to the State of Oregon Emergency Medical Services (EMS) committee by Pat ...

    May 19, 2022 More
  • Adventist Health Glendale has earned our 15th consecutive Grade ‘A’ from the Leapfrog Group!

    We are thrilled to announce that Adventist Health Glendale has earned our 15th consecutive Grade ‘A’ from the Leapfrog Group! This momentous ...

    May 18, 2022 More
  • Adventist Health hospitals in Hanford, Selma and Reedley earn A grades in patient safety

    Adventist Health Hanford, Adventist Health Selma and Adventist Health Reedley all received “A” Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grades for spring 2022. This ...

    May 17, 2022 More
  • New Long-Term Patient Care Executive Appointed at Adventist Health Tillamook

    Adventist Health Tillamook has appointed Heather Thompson, RN, as their new Patient Care Executive (PCE) on the hospital executive team, replacing ...

    May 12, 2022 More
  • Adventist Health St. Helena Nationally Recognized with an ‘A’ Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade

    Adventist Health St. Helena received an “A” Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade for spring 2022. This national distinction recognizes Adventist Health St. ...

    May 10, 2022 More
  • Adventist Health Ukiah Valley Nationally Recognized with an ‘A’ Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade

    May 10, 2022 (Ukiah, CA) — For the seventh consecutive time, The Leapfrog Group, an independent national watchdog organization, awarded Adventist ...

    May 10, 2022 More
  • Adventist Health selects Joyce Newmyer as Chief People Officer

    As Adventist Health continues to change and grow in ways that best serve our communities, we are thrilled to announce the selection of Joyce Newmyer ...

    May 5, 2022 More
  • Miller Report: COVID Vaccine for Infants and Toddlers

    Moderna announced last week that it is applying to the FDA to receive emergency use authorization (EUA) for its COVID vaccine in children ages 6 ...

    May 5, 2022 More
  • Adventist Health Appoints Chief Digital Officer

    Adventist Health, a faith-inspired integrated healthcare system serving communities with more than 400 sites of care in California, Oregon and Hawaii, ...

    May 3, 2022 More
  • When Fun In the Sun Isn’t

    Skin cancer is a concern at any age. However, as we age, it’s easy to drop our guard. And for many of us, protection from the sun is something we’ve ...

    May 1, 2022 More
  • Small incisions, big results

    Advanced robot-assisted technology makes recovery from complex surgeries easier. Between pain and long recovery times, surgery can feel daunting for ...

    Apr 28, 2022 More
  • Lessons Learned, Solutions Adopted

    Miller Report for the Week of April 25th, 2022; by William Miller, MD Last week, we discussed some of the problems that developed at Adventist Health ...

    Apr 28, 2022 More
  • Lessons Learned, Opportunities for Improvement

    Miller Report for the Week of April 18th, 2022; by William Miller, MD One of the advantages of the affiliation with Adventist Health that we looked ...

    Apr 22, 2022 More
  • Miller Report: When Do Lockdowns Go Too Far? The Case of Shanghai.

    On March 28th, I reported on the new Omicron variant, BA.2. In that article, I mentioned that Shanghai, China’s largest city of 25 million was going ...

    Apr 13, 2022 More
  • Second COVID Booster Approved

    The FDA has approved the use of the Pfizer and Moderna COVID vaccines as a second booster last week. The scientific evidence supporting this decision ...

    Apr 6, 2022 More
  • Howard Hero: Claudia Petruncio, MD

    We have another Howard Hero to share with our community this week and this one we are very excited about! This month our March Howard Hero is Claudia ...

    Apr 4, 2022 More
  • Ukiah Hero: OB Team

    This month we’re overjoyed to recognize a new Ukiah Hero who goes above and beyond in their work, but this time it’s not just one person, but a group ...

    Apr 4, 2022 More
  • Adventist Health Tulare achieves reaccreditation from DNV, affirming commitment to quality care and ...

    TULARE – Adventist Health Tulare is pleased to announce that it has received full reaccreditation from DNV, one of the world’s leading certification, ...

    Mar 31, 2022 More
  • February Howard Hero- Leigh Austin

    We’re very excited to announce our next Howard Hero, Leigh Austin. Leigh is one of our front lobby volunteers at Adventist Health Howard Memorial and ...

    Mar 14, 2022 More
  • February Mendocino Coast Hero- Lorenzo Garrido

    We’re thrilled to announce the newest Mendocino Coast Hero for this month, Lorenzo Garrido. Lorenzo is a certified nurse’s assistant (CNA) on our team ...

    Mar 14, 2022 More
  • Certified nurse midwife now caring for women in Hanford

    HANFORD – Adventist Health Medical Office – Hanford Women’s Health is pleased to welcome Bridget Saulsbury, a certified nurse midwife (CNM) to its ...

    Mar 11, 2022 More
  • Family medicine physician now caring for patients of all ages in Earlimart

    EARLIMART – Adventist Health Medical Office – Earlimart is pleased to welcome board-certified family medicine physician Ogochukwu Imo, MD, to its ...

    Mar 11, 2022 More
  • Pediatrician now providing total care for children in Coalinga

    COALINGA – Adventist Health Medical Office – Coalinga is pleased to welcome board-certified pediatrician Vipin Jain, MD, to its medical staff. His ...

    Mar 10, 2022 More
  • What to do about chronic back pain?

    Many Americans experience pain in one form or another, but the most common type of pain is low back pain. It is the single leading cause of disability ...

    Mar 4, 2022 More
  • Nationally recognized care you can trust close to home

    Adventist Health St. Helena has been named one of America’s Best Hospitals for Emergency Care, Heart Care, Minimally Invasive Surgery and as one of ...

    Feb 28, 2022 More
  • February Ukiah Hero - Dr. Wang

    We’re very happy to announce our next Ukiah Hero, Hengbing Wang, MD. Dr. Wang is an Oncology and Infusion physician at Adventist Health Ukiah Valley. ...

    Feb 23, 2022 More
  • Diana J. White Cancer Institute Earns Re-Certification for Quality Care

    February 22, 2022 – Adventist Health Sonora is proud to announce that the Diana J. White Cancer Institute has earned re-certification from the Quality ...

    Feb 22, 2022 More
  • The continued pursuit of equality and inclusion

    We wanted to share from one of our associates as we acknowledge health and wellness pioneers during Black History Month. Dave Lawrence is a senior ...

    Feb 22, 2022 More
  • It takes skill, empathy and patience

    In celebration of National Phlebotomists Recognition Week, we hear from Caroline Garcia, a certified phlebotomy technician of our own. Learn more ...

    Feb 21, 2022 More
  • Adventist Health Tillamook Allotted Oral Antiviral COVID-19 Treatment Medication

    Updated February 17, 2022 . Expanded access of oral antiviral COVID-19 treatment medication is now available for patients that are unvaccinated, ...

    Feb 21, 2022 More
  • Dr. John Bohlman retires from treating patients, continues medical officer role until the end of 202 ...

    John Bohlman, MD, has started a new chapter at Adventist Health Tillamook, stepping down from full-time roles of primary care provider, surgeon and ...

    Feb 11, 2022 More
  • Adventist Health Simi Valley adds Team Physician for the Los Angeles Rams as its Medical Director of ...

    Adventist Health Simi Valley is excited to announce that Dr. Casey G. Batten, MD, lead primary care sports medicine physician for the Super-Bowl bound ...

    Feb 10, 2022 More
  • Patients More Likely to Experience Successful Treatment at Adventist Health Bakersfield, A ...

    Adventist Health Bakersfield is nationally recognized for clinical excellence and among the top 5 percent of hospitals in the country Bakersfield, ...

    Feb 8, 2022 More
  • Miller Report: Why the Discussion Around Seismic is Important

    Week of February 7th, 2022; by William Miller, MD; Chief of Staff at Adventist Health Mendocino Coast Hospital On February 3rd, a community forum was ...

    Feb 7, 2022 More
  • January Howard Hero- Rose Michels

    Our latest Howard Hero is known for her kindness, compassion, positive attitude and overall excellence in patient care. She exudes our mission and ...

    Feb 4, 2022 More
  • Lifestyle Medicine and Immunity

    Headlines across the country report lockdowns. Cities arrest citizens for not wearing masks. Protests rage over civil freedoms. People are divided ...

    Feb 3, 2022 More
  • Adventist Health Tillamook Appoints Interim Patient Care Executive

    Adventist Health Tillamook has appointed Patricia Stone, DNP, MSN, RN, to interim patient care executive, filling a role that was vacated by retired ...

    Jan 28, 2022 More
  • Rethinking The Numbers

    Miller Report for the Week of January 24th, 2022; by William Miller, MD; Chief of Staff at Adventist Health Mendocino Coast Hospital If prior ...

    Jan 26, 2022 More
  • Adventist Health Hanford among only 13 California hospitals to earn The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal ...

    Adventist Health Hanford has earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval® for Disease-Specific Care in Sepsis Certification by demonstrating ...

    Jan 25, 2022 More
  • Women’s Heart Health

    Friday, February 4, 2022 is National Wear Red Day, a showing of support in the fight against cardiovascular disease. This year make sure it is more to ...

    Jan 24, 2022 More
  • Adventist Health recognized for keeping toddlers safe in Parlier

    A commitment to keep young children in Parlier safe from life-threatening diseases has earned Adventist Health Medical Office – Parlier praises. The ...

    Jan 24, 2022 More
  • Students’ medical assistant (MA) goals within reach thanks to reimbursement from the Kings County ...

    CENTRAL VALLEY – When students signed up for a new Medical Assistant Program through Adventist Health and COPE Health Solutions on September 30, 2021, ...

    Jan 21, 2022 More
  • Family nurse practitioner now providing care and treatment in Selma

    An experienced medical professional is now practicing at Adventist Health Medical Office – Selma. Board-certified family nurse practitioner Roxanna ...

    Jan 19, 2022 More
  • Adventist Health Portland providers receive NCQA Diabetes Recognition

    The National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA) has recognized Adventist Health Portland’s Amy Kinzie, ANP; Leonard Bertheau, DO; and William ...

    Jan 10, 2022 More
  • New Year, New YOU!

    Or at least that’s what so many of us tell ourselves. We pick out that thing that has been bothering us and make a resolution- a vow- to change it ...

    Jan 7, 2022 More
  • Internal medicine physician now caring for patients in Parlier

    PARLIER – Adventist Health Medical Office – Parlier is pleased to welcome board-certified internal medicine physician Josias G. De Trinidad, MD, to ...

    Jan 4, 2022 More
  • Baby girl makes her New Year’s debut in Hanford

    HANFORD – The team at Adventist Health Hanford’s Birth Center helped welcome Kings County’s first baby of the year at 2:28 a.m. on January 1, 2022. ...

    Jan 4, 2022 More
  • Adventist Health Tillamook Allotted Oral Antiviral COVID-19 Treatment Medication

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    Jan 1, 2022 More
  • Glendale Neonatologist Back In The Saddle For Rose Parade

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    Dec 29, 2021 More
  • Adventist Health Tillamook Medical Offices Announce Free Take-Home COVID-19 Test Kits

    January 13, 2021 Update: We are still awaiting delivery of the free take-home COVID-19 test kits from the federal government. All patients who are ...

    Dec 28, 2021 More
  • Adventist Health’s World Vision donations continue to help Central Valley communities

    CENTRAL VALLEY – What started as Cecibel Ventura filling up her red minivan with food for those in need, has turned into her loading up large boxes of ...

    Dec 28, 2021 More
  • Adventist Health Glendale launches Go Heart program to encourage healthy living

    Adventist Health Glendale introduces Go Heart, a free community well-being program in partnership with the American Heart Association aimed at ...

    Dec 21, 2021 More
  • COVID Testing at Adventist Health Tillamook Medical Offices

    COVID testing in Tillamook County has become a necessary service for not only confirming if you’re sick, but a wide range of topics related to travel, ...

    Dec 19, 2021 More
  • December Howard Hero- Ashley Baldwin

    This month, we have an incredibly deserving Howard Hero. Ashley Baldwin is a practice lead at our Redwood Medical Clinic. She was nominated by her ...

    Dec 17, 2021 More
  • December Ukiah Hero- Krishnil Sudanan

    Our latest Ukiah Hero truly fits the bill when it comes to living our value of “Be a Force For Good”. He is helpful, kind, caring and is a true asset ...

    Dec 17, 2021 More
  • Adventist Health St. Helena launches the GetWell inpatient experience app

    The GetWell inpatient experience app launches today at Adventist Health St. Helena. This patient-centered platform engages and empowers patients to ...

    Dec 14, 2021 More
  • Is it COVID or the flu? What to do if you get sick this winter

    During the winter, many of us are likely to get a cold or the flu. But how can you tell if your symptoms are the flu or COVID-19? Signs and symptoms ...

    Dec 10, 2021 More
  • Another first! Adventist Health hospitals only facilities on the West Coast to offer new technology ...

    Bakersfield, Calif. – Did you know nearly 5 million people go to an Emergency Room (ER) for head injuries and concussions each year? That means more ...

    Dec 9, 2021 More
  • Adventist Health family medicine physician receives “40 Under 40” recognition

    HANFORD – An online business publication has recognized Adventist Health family medicine physician Jyothi Patri, MD, MHA, FAAFP, HDMC, as one of 40 ...

    Dec 2, 2021 More
  • The flu shot: What is it and why do I need one every year?

    As we enter another fall and winter season with COVID-19 variants still circulating, it's important not to forget the vaccine that comes around every ...

    Dec 1, 2021 More
  • Holiday hospitality at Adventist Health Sonora

    Adventist Health Sonora is proud to take part in this year’s nonprofit Christmas Tree Lane put on by the Sonora Chamber of Commerce. Fruits and ...

    Dec 1, 2021 More
  • Hospice Invites Community to Celebrate and Remember Loved Ones

    Adventist Health Hospice serving Tillamook County invites the community to “Light Up a Life” through donations to hospice in memory or in honor of ...

    Nov 18, 2021 More
  • Healthcare leaders Adventist Health and Kern Medical partner to create area’s premier medical networ ...

    Kern County’s healthcare poised for generational leap as leading providers join forces to recruit top talent, creating a “more healthy” region with ...

    Nov 17, 2021 More
  • Adventist Health Bakersfield & Adventist Health Delano nationally recognized with ‘A’ Leapfrog ...

    Adventist Health Bakersfield and Adventist Health Delano both received an “A” Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade for fall 2021. Adventist Health ...

    Nov 16, 2021 More
  • Adventist Health Medical Office – Tulare expands services with addition of interventional cardiologi ...

    Adventist Health Medical Office – Tulare is pleased to welcome board-certified interventional cardiologist Ankur Gupta, MD, to its practice. Dr. Gupta ...

    Nov 15, 2021 More
  • Adventist Health Appoints New Rideout President

    Chris Champlin, a health system executive with more than 20 years’ experience, has been named the new president of Adventist Health and Rideout, the ...

    Nov 15, 2021 More
  • Adventist Health Appoints New Rideout President

    Chris Champlin, a health system executive with more than 20 years’ experience, has been named the new president of Adventist Health and Rideout, the ...

    Nov 15, 2021 More
  • Adventist Health St. Helena Nationally Recognized with an ‘A’ Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade

    Adventist Health St. Helena received an “A” Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade for fall 2021. This national distinction recognizes Adventist Health St. ...

    Nov 10, 2021 More
  • Dr. Paul Welch, MD OB/GYN promoted to Ambulatory Medical Director of Adventist Health Tillamook

    Adventist Health Tillamook is proud to announce that effective November 1 Paul Welch, OB/GYN at Women’s and Family Health has been promoted to ...

    Nov 10, 2021 More
  • Adventist Health hospitals in Hanford and Selma once again earn A grades in patient safety

    For the second time this year, Adventist Health Hanford and Adventist Health Selma have earned “A” Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grades. The Leapfrog ...

    Nov 10, 2021 More
  • Adventist Health Portland Named One of Most Socially Responsible Hospitals

    The Lown Institute, a health care think tank, has named Adventist Health Portland one of the nation’s most socially responsible hospitals . Adventist ...

    Nov 8, 2021 More
  • The Great American Smokeout®

    It's a great day to become a quitter! November 18, 2021 can be a memorable date in history if you decide today’s the day to quit smoking. It’s the ...

    Nov 8, 2021 More
  • Men’s health screenings to consider this "Movember"

    You were made for more: more adventure, more travel, more time with family. Your health is critical to being ready for more. This Movember, we’re ...

    Nov 5, 2021 More
  • When To Get A Flu Shot?: Peak Season, Antibodies, Needle Free Injections

    Is it too late to get the flu shot? Prepare your family The Centers for Disease Control and PREVENTION recommends that anyone ages 6 months and older ...

    Nov 5, 2021 More
  • Family Nurse Practitioner joins two Adventist Health locations

    ORANGE COVE & OROSI – Victoria Lopez, certified family nurse practitioner, has joined Adventist Health medical offices in Orange Cove and Orosi. She ...

    Nov 4, 2021 More
  • COVID Vaccine Gets Go-ahead for Use in Children Ages 5-11

    Miller Report for the Week of November 1st, 2021; by William Miller, MD; Chief of Staff at Adventist Health Mendocino Coast Hospital On October 29 th ...

    Nov 3, 2021 More
  • Adventist Health Medical Office – Sanger welcomes physician assistant

    SANGER – Adventist Health Medical Office – Sanger is pleased to welcome board-certified physician assistant Kristen Lehr, PA-C, to its family medicine ...

    Nov 1, 2021 More
  • Adventist Health donates equipment to Fresno Pacific University nursing programs

    Adventist Health and Fresno Pacific University are working together to ensure the next generation of nurses is ready to care for residents in the ...

    Nov 1, 2021 More
  • Adventist Health Tillamook Patient Care Executive Announces January 2022 Retirement

    After an over four-decade-long career in healthcare and executive leadership Kathy Saxon, RN and patient care executive, has announced her retirement ...

    Nov 1, 2021 More
  • Perseverance through the unexpected

    Lindsay Helvey, MSN, APRN, FNP-C It is often said, “You never know where life will take you.” In Lindsay Helvey’s case, she would never have believed ...

    Oct 28, 2021 More
  • The COVID-19 Pandemic and Substance Abuse

    The COVID-19 pandemic has presented unique challenges for people with substance use disorder and people recovering from addiction around the US. At ...

    Oct 27, 2021 More
  • Rheumatologist ready to care for patients at Adventist Health - Fowler

    FOWLER – Adventist Health is pleased to announce the addition of Milena Lopes Cavalcante, MD, to the medical staff. She is board certified in internal ...

    Oct 27, 2021 More
  • Adventist Health appoints Kerry Heinrich as next CEO

    ROSEVILLE, CA – Kerry Heinrich, JD, will serve as the next CEO of Adventist Health, Board Chair John Freedman announced this week. Heinrich brings a ...

    Oct 27, 2021 More
  • Conquering breast cancer

    Here’s how one woman stayed positive through her treatment. When Kelly MacMillan missed her annual mammogram, she figured she would just wait another ...

    Oct 25, 2021 More
  • Adventist Health and ADRA partner to send medical supplies to Africa during third wave of COVID-19

    Six shipping containers filled with medical supplies from Adventist Health are on their way to Africa to assist with COVID-19 emergency responses in ...

    Oct 22, 2021 More
  • Putting Care at the Center 2021 with Adventist Health’s Well-Being Division

    A mobile health unit. A sustainable homeless collaborative. Ecosystems for care and social needs. Pediatric trauma screenings. These aren’t always the ...

    Oct 22, 2021 More
  • It’s official: Ribbon-cutting held for ‘power up’ of new mobile unit

    The mission of Adventist Health is to “live God’s love by inspiring health, wholeness and hope,” which includes offering the best healthcare to people ...

    Oct 20, 2021 More
  • Adventist Health Portland to participate in the Great ShakeOut

    Following FEMA’s National Preparedness Month in September, individuals and communities throughout the Pacific Northwest will participate in the Great ...

    Oct 20, 2021 More
  • September Ukiah Hero: Sarah Valadez-Moreno

    At the end of September, we celebrated another amazing Ukiah Hero. Sarah Valadez-Moreno, was nominated for nearly all of our values including, “Be ...

    Oct 20, 2021 More
  • September Howard Hero: Crystal Kimball

    At the end of September, we were thrilled to award another amazing Howard Hero for the month. Crystal Kimball is a big part of our Adventist Health ...

    Oct 20, 2021 More
  • September Mendocino Coast Hero: Brittney Platt

    At the end of September, we celebrated another amazing team member that’s a part of our lab at Adventist Health Mendocino Coast. Brittney Platt ...

    Oct 20, 2021 More
  • Adventist Health Selma is a Healthgrades 5-star recipient

    Hospital excels in gallbladder removal surgery and treatment of respiratory failure SELMA – Adventist Health Selma receives 5-stars when it comes to ...

    Oct 19, 2021 More
  • Adventist Health Hanford is a Healthgrades 5-star recipient

    Hospital excels in gallbladder removal surgery and treatment of respiratory failure and heart attack HANFORD – Adventist Health Hanford receives ...

    Oct 19, 2021 More
  • Adventist Health celebrates three years in Tulare

    TULARE – Three years ago today, critical healthcare services returned to Tulare when the city’s only hospital reopened, joining a network of four ...

    Oct 15, 2021 More
  • Helping patients through their breast care journey

    HANFORD – When it comes to breast care, women often delay appointments out of fear, or uncertainty on how to navigate the process. To help ease those ...

    Oct 13, 2021 More
  • COVID-19 patient welcomes care through Adventist Health Hospital@Home

    When Terri Miller took a COVID-19 test in order to travel to Maui, she got the surprise of her life. She tested positive, despite having no symptoms. ...

    Oct 13, 2021 More
  • Why the flu shot continues to be important this year

    Every flu season is different, and influenza can affect people differently, but millions of people get flu every year according to the Centers for ...

    Oct 12, 2021 More
  • A supportive team and first-time mom welcomed baby girl at Adventist Health Ukiah Valley

    Maureen began her journey to motherhood as many do, choosing a doctor that was the perfect fit for her family. Her checklist included a doctor that ...

    Oct 11, 2021 More
  • The big impact of safe prescription disposal. How to dispose of unused medications safely

    Across the United States, there is a quiet but crucial public safety and public health issue related to improper prescription medication disposal, ...

    Oct 7, 2021 More
  • Adventist Health Tillamook Announces Fall 2021 Flu Clinics

    Adventist Health Tillamook announces the following Flu Vaccination Clinic dates across their coastal rural health clinics in Manzanita, Tillamook, ...

    Oct 6, 2021 More
  • Pediatric Endocrinologist Joins Adventist Health Medical Office - Fowler

    Board-certified pediatric endocrinologist Betty Shum, MD, is now caring for patients at Adventist Health Medical Office - Fowler. She treats a number ...

    Oct 6, 2021 More
  • Why the flu shot continues to be important this year

    Every flu season is different, and influenza can affect people differently, but millions of people get flu every year according to the Centers for ...

    Sep 30, 2021 More
  • Gastroenterologist joins Adventist Health Medical Office - Fowler

    FOWLER – Adventist Health Medical Office - Fowler is pleased to announce the addition of board-certified gastroenterologist Christopher Orpiano, DO. ...

    Sep 28, 2021 More
  • Adventist Health responds to third wave of COVID-19 in Africa

    Six shipping containers filled with medical supplies from Adventist Health are on their way to Africa this week to assist with COVID-19 response in ...

    Sep 24, 2021 More
  • New chief experience officer named to transform care delivery, continue focus on exceptional experie ...

    ROSEVILLE, Calif. – Stephanie Abbott, MBA, CLSSBB, has joined Adventist Health as chief experience officer, a newly created position to accelerate the ...

    Sep 22, 2021 More
  • Podiatrist Joins Adventist Health Medical Office - Tulare

    TULARE – Douglas Bluth, DPM, board-certified podiatrist, is now treating patients at Adventist Health Medical Office - Tulare. Dr. Bluth specializes ...

    Sep 21, 2021 More
  • Adventist Health Mobile Care Unit hits the road with the COVID-19 vaccine and other health services

    CENTRAL VALLEY – For many community members, the ability to visit the nearest healthcare facility or pharmacy to receive the COVID-19 vaccine or a ...

    Sep 21, 2021 More
  • Back to School Tips

    School is back in session! Here are some tips to promote a successful school year for your kids. Backpack safety. Ensure proper fit by using both ...

    Sep 20, 2021 More
  • Adventist Health welcomes Orthopedic Surgeon to Tulare

    TULARE – David Brethouwer, DO, fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon, is caring for patients at Adventist Health Medical Office – Tulare. Specializing ...

    Sep 20, 2021 More
  • Adventist Health Portland Named High Performing by U.S. News and World Report

    U.S. News and World Report has named Adventist Health Portland High Performing in seven clinical areas. These include lung cancer surgery, pneumonia, ...

    Sep 18, 2021 More
  • Adventist Health welcomes family medicine physician to Tulare

    TULARE – Hannah Laimer, DO, board-certified family medicine physician, is caring for patients at Adventist Health Medical Office – Tulare. She’s also ...

    Sep 15, 2021 More
  • Tulare patient shares positive hospital experience

    Ramona Smith hadn’t been cared for in a hospital since the birth of her daughter 40 years ago. But on July 31, the lifelong Tulare resident and Type 2 ...

    Sep 15, 2021 More
  • Adventist Health Hanford earns national recognition for efforts to improve stroke treatment

    The American Heart Association presents Get With The Guidelines-Stroke Gold Plus award for commitment to prioritizing quality care for stroke patients ...

    Sep 9, 2021 More
  • Worldwide Suicide Prevention Day, Friday September 10

    Note: Beginning in July 2022 in the United States, you can call or text 988, the three-digit dialing code that will route callers to the 988 Suicide ...

    Sep 7, 2021 More
  • What is Blue Zone Living

    A new partnership unlocks the keys to healthier living. What does it take to live better and longer in Mendocino County? Often, people focus on ...

    Sep 3, 2021 More
  • More than just a checkup: What Does a Primary Care Physician Do?

    Your primary care provider (PCP) can play a valuable role in your health. You probably see your primary care doctor, nurse practitioner or physician ...

    Sep 3, 2021 More
  • Symptoms, Signs & Causes of Poor Circulation

    Cold feet? Achy legs? Learn what causes poor circulation and how to get help. If your legs get tired from walking down the street or your feet never ...

    Sep 1, 2021 More
  • Live longer, better with Blue Zones Power 9

    Blue Zones Project has identified nine key principles, called the Power 9, that help people live longer, healthier lives. Here are some simple ways to ...

    Sep 1, 2021 More
  • The Importance of Primary Care: More than just a checkup

    Your primary care provider can play a valuable role in your health. You see your primary doctor or nurse practitioner for an annual physical, and ...

    Sep 1, 2021 More
  • Pediatrician joins Adventist Health Medical Office - Tulare

    TULARE – Layla Makahleh, MD, has joined the staff at Adventist Health Medical Office – Tulare. She’s a compassionate pediatrician who provides ...

    Aug 24, 2021 More
  • Chiropractor joins Adventist Health Medical Office - Tulare

    TULARE – Adventist Health Medical Office – Tulare is pleased to welcome board-certified chiropractor Steven D. Mitchell, DC, to its staff. Mitchell ...

    Aug 24, 2021 More
  • How to Keep Your Eyes Healthy at Home: Eye Care Tips for Healthy Vision

    An ophthalmologist and an optometrist share some at home care tips for healthy eyesight. Kitchen Whole foods for eye health Opt for colorful fruits, ...

    Aug 23, 2021 More
  • Miami to Become Home to World's First Blue Zones Center

    Blue Zones and Adventist Health have partnered with RPC’s Legacy Hotel & Residences to open the first flagship well-being and medical facility built ...

    Aug 19, 2021 More
  • The Importance of Routine Adolescent Wellness Check-ups

    Adolescence is the time of life from age 11 to 21 years. It is the decade of transition from childhood to adulthood. There is a lot of change that ...

    Aug 15, 2021 More
  • Adventist Health Tillamook Responds to COVID-19 Surge in Tillamook County

    We enter the fifth wave of COVID-19 resurgence in the State of Oregon not seen since February of this year, and Tillamook county case reporting data ...

    Aug 13, 2021 More
  • Adventist Health Tillamook and Rural Oregon Clinics Now Provide Online Scheduling, Update Call-In ...

    Citing high demand for scheduling appointments as well as meeting expectations for convenience and care, Adventist Health Tillamook offers several ...

    Aug 12, 2021 More
  • CEO Scott Reiner to leave Adventist Health at year end to establish a family foundation for global ...

    Scott Reiner, the visionary Adventist Health CEO who has led the nonprofit, faith-based company to reimagine the future of healthcare, is leaving at ...

    Aug 2, 2021 More
  • Adventist Health Tillamook Restarts Lifestyle Medicine Program

    Adventist Health Tillamook announces the re-start of their Lifestyle Medicine Program starting the week of July 26, 2021, after it was put on pause ...

    Jul 27, 2021 More
  • Access to providers improves with the arrival of 6 new residents in Tulare

    TULARE – Community members in Tulare and surrounding areas now have access to more providers with the addition of six new residents to the Adventist ...

    Jul 16, 2021 More
  • Access to providers improves with the arrival of 12 new residents in Hanford and Tulare

    CENTRAL VALLEY – Community members in Hanford, Tulare and surrounding areas now have access to more providers with the addition of 12 new residents. ...

    Jul 16, 2021 More
  • Pediatrician joins Adventist Health team in Oakhurst

    OAKHURST – Adventist Health Medical Office – Oakhurst is pleased to welcome board-certified pediatrician Janae Barker, DO, FAAP. She provides ...

    Jul 14, 2021 More
  • Keep kids off the sidelines

    Learn about 3 common sports injuries in children and how they are treated. It’s reason to cheer: Young athletes in Lake County are finally heading ...

    Jul 9, 2021 More
  • Hall of Fame Club tickets offered to anyone who receives the COVID-19 vaccine through Adventist Heal ...

    Adventist Health in the Central Valley and Minor League Baseball’s Visalia Rawhide are once again teaming up to encourage more community members to ...

    Jul 9, 2021 More
  • Adventist Health St. Helena Receives Advanced Total Hip and Knee Replacement Re-Certification

    The Joint Commission, the nation’s oldest and largest standard-setting and accrediting body in healthcare has awarded Adventist Health St. Helena the ...

    Jul 9, 2021 More
  • Well-positioned to Support the Well-Being of Our Napa Community

    There are many lessons that can be taken from the COVID-19 pandemic. One of the most important is the focus on community health and well-being. As we ...

    Jul 4, 2021 More
  • Wellspring Respite Day Center Re-Opens for Tillamook County Seniors In Need

    Adventist Health Tillamook is happy to announce that its Faith in Action – Wellspring Respite Day Center is re-opening on Tuesday, July 13. Operated ...

    Jun 29, 2021 More
  • Center for Wound Care celebrates achievements during National Wound Care Awareness Month

    Center for Wound Care celebrates achievements during National Wound Care Awareness Month Wound Care patient comments on benefits of award-winning care ...

    Jun 24, 2021 More
  • Blue Zones announces new executive to expand and advance proven life radius model

    Blue Zones announced today that it has named Lynn Richards as the new senior vice president of policy and implementation. In this newly created ...

    Jun 24, 2021 More
  • St. Helena Hospital Foundation is Nonprofit of the Year

    NAPA – For its significant contribution to fighting the coronavirus pandemic by deploying mobile vaccine clinics in Napa Valley, even as its main ...

    Jun 23, 2021 More
  • Physician assistant excited to offer care in Earlimart

    Board-certified physician assistant Letty Echeverria, PA-C, has joined the team at Adventist Health Medical Office – Earlimart. Echeverria has ...

    Jun 23, 2021 More
  • Welcoming Vascular Medicine Expert Dr. Ehrin Armstrong

    Adventist Health St. Helena is proud to welcome Ehrin Armstrong, MD, MSc, FACC, FSCAI, FSVM, an expert in minimally invasive interventional and ...

    Jun 23, 2021 More
  • Adventist Health St. Helena Inspiring Hope throughout Napa Valley

    Inspire Hope. That’s the name of Adventist Health St. Helena’s program that aims to provide much needed items such as home goods, appliances, ...

    Jun 21, 2021 More
  • Adventist Health St. Helena Inspiring Hope throughout Napa Valley

    Inspire Hope. That’s the name of Adventist Health St. Helena’s program that aims to provide much needed items such as home goods, appliances, ...

    Jun 21, 2021 More
  • Adventist Health Kern County announces expansion plans for health & well-being

    As part of his commitment to update employees, medical staff, board members and the community, the president of Adventist Health Kern County Care ...

    Jun 18, 2021 More
  • Adventist Health St. Helena receives Advanced Primary Stroke Center certification

    Adventist Health St. Helena is proud to announce the completion of The Joint Commission’s stroke survey. With the completion of this survey, Adventist ...

    Jun 11, 2021 More
  • Lifesaving colorectal cancer screening

    Early detection is key with this deadly but highly treatable cancer. Colorectal cancer is one of the deadliest cancers, and yet early detection ...

    Jun 8, 2021 More
  • Child development: What’s normal and what’s not

    Adventist Health specialists discuss how to handle common parenting concerns about development. Raising healthy children is sure to result in some ...

    Jun 8, 2021 More
  • $140,700 granted to Tillamook County for expanding access to addiction resources

    Oregon Health Authority (OHA) has awarded a grant to Adventist Health Tillamook as the fiscal agent for the Opioid Use Response for Tillamook County ...

    Jun 3, 2021 More
  • Adventist Health and Visalia Rawhide team up to encourage COVID-19 vaccinations

    CENTRAL VALLEY – Adventist Health in the Central Valley and Minor League Baseball’s Visalia Rawhide want to hit a home run, when it comes to ...

    Jun 3, 2021 More
  • Vascular care now available at Adventist Health Medical Office - Tulare

    TULARE – Adventist Health Medical Office – Tulare proudly welcomes board-certified vascular surgeon LaMar Mack, MD, and board-certified family nurse ...

    Jun 1, 2021 More
  • Terri Day named president of Adventist Health Lodi Memorial and Dameron Hospital

    Adventist Health Lodi Memorial and Dameron Hospital has appointed Terri Day, an experienced healthcare executive, to lead and grow healthcare services ...

    Jun 1, 2021 More
  • Heart Attack Signs & Symptoms

    Don’t ignore the signs. Get the care you need when seconds count. Someone in the U.S. has a heart attack about every 40 seconds. There is good news, ...

    May 24, 2021 More
  • Partial or Total Joint Replacement Surgery: Is it time to replace your aching joint?

    Your knee catches. Your hip hurts. Here’s what might be causing your pain — and what you can do about it. Joint pain that stems from arthritis usually ...

    May 24, 2021 More
  • Frequently Asked Questions about COVID-19 Vaccines in Napa Valley

    From vaccine types to appointment details, you’re covered in the Napa Valley. Q: The COVID-19 vaccines were developed, manufactured and distributed so ...

    May 24, 2021 More
  • Adventist Health in National Media

    Over the past few months, Adventist Health has been featured in national media. Topics covered include: Elimination of health disparities Hospital ...

    May 24, 2021 More
  • Adventist Health in National Media

    Over the past few months, Adventist Health has been featured in national media. Topics covered include: Elimination of health disparities Hospital ...

    May 24, 2021 More
  • A Time to Heal Program Supports Cancer Survivors

    The Martin-O’Neil Cancer Center at Adventist Health St. Helena is beginning the next session for its cancer survivors support group. A Time to Heal is ...

    May 20, 2021 More
  • Why pediatricians are important for your child’s health and wellness

    Set up your family for a lifetime of wellness. Routine checkups are important to your child’s health, but it’s easy to put them off when life gets ...

    May 19, 2021 More
  • When to go to the emergency room or doctor’s office

    Consider these three factors when deciding whether to go to the emergency room or your primary care doctor for an illness or injury. Symptom severity ...

    May 19, 2021 More
  • Jon Knudsen, FNP-C, joins Adventist Health Medical Office - Dinuba

    DINUBA – Board-certified family nurse practitioner Jon Knudsen, FNP-C, has joined the team at Adventist Health Medical Office - Dinuba. Knudsen has ...

    May 19, 2021 More
  • Raising Healthy Kids: A Blog from Your Trusted Pediatric Nurse Practitioner

    Healthy lifestyle tips for combating child obesity and reducing stress I’m sure you’re not surprised to hear that COVID-19 and school closures have ...

    May 19, 2021 More
  • There is a Way Out: Mental Health Spotlight

    “I felt like I was at the bottom of a deep well with no way to get out.” This is how one patient described their depression symptoms to me. Another ...

    May 19, 2021 More
  • New family nurse practitioner proud to serve Caruthers community

    CARUTHERS – Adventist Health Medical Office – Caruthers is pleased to welcome board-certified family nurse practitioner Shawn Chatha, MSN, FNP-C, to ...

    May 18, 2021 More
  • 3 Types of Diagnostic Imaging

    Here’s what it means when you need a medical imaging scan: X-ray, DEXA or ultrasound. Your provider has said you need a diagnostic imaging study. What ...

    May 17, 2021 More
  • Adventist Health Welcomes New Philanthropy President to Mendocino County

    May 4, 2021 (FORT BRAGG, CA) – We are pleased to announce that Tracye Williams has joined Adventist Health as Philanthropy President for the ...

    May 10, 2021 More
  • Adventist Health Howard Memorial Receives Five Star Rating

    Adventist Health Howard Memorial has earned a five-star rating , the highest-possible, through the Overall Hospital Star Ratings program by the ...

    May 10, 2021 More
  • Martin-O’Neil Cancer Center Accredited By The Commission On Cancer Of the American College of Surgeo ...

    Adventist Health St. Helena cancer program earns national accreditation The Commission on Cancer (Coc), a quality program of the American College of ...

    May 5, 2021 More
  • Adventist Health St. Helena Receives Five-Star Rating

    Adventist Health St. Helena has earned a five-star rating , the highest-possible, through the Overall Hospital Star Ratings program by the Centers for ...

    May 3, 2021 More
  • “Quick and Cared For”: Ashley’s Urgent Care Experience

    Ashley Lowe didn’t know how much longer she could take it. After over three days of not being able to breathe without terrible pain, she realized she ...

    May 3, 2021 More
  • Castle Nationally Recognized with an ‘A’ for the Spring 2021 Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade

    Adventist Health Castle received an “A” grade in the spring 2021 Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade , a national distinction recognizing Castle’s ...

    Apr 30, 2021 More
  • Adventist Health Ukiah Valley receives “A” safety rating for the fifth time

    April 26, 2021 (UKIAH, CA ) –Adventist Health Ukiah Valley received an “A” grade in the spring 2021 Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade , a national ...

    Apr 30, 2021 More
  • Another A grade in patient safety for Adventist Health hospitals in Hanford and Selma

    CENTRAL VALLEY – Adventist Health in the Central Valley is committed to keeping patients safe, which is why the faith-based organization is pleased to ...

    Apr 29, 2021 More
  • BE FAST in identifying and preventing a stroke

    Do you know the signs of a stroke? The reality is that roughly every 40 seconds, someone in the U.S. has a stroke, affecting nearly 800,000 Americans ...

    Apr 28, 2021 More
  • National Accreditation for Bariatric Surgery Program

    Patients seeking surgical treatment for obesity and its related conditions have a high-quality choice for receiving care at a nationally accredited ...

    Apr 23, 2021 More
  • Family nurse practitioner joins urology teams at Adventist Health

    CENTRAL VALLEY – Adventist Health in the Central Valley is pleased to welcome board-certified family nurse practitioner Linda Combs, FNP-C, to its ...

    Apr 23, 2021 More
  • Adventist Health joins forces with FEMA and Tulare County to vaccinate Central Valley residents

    Adventist Health in the Central Valley is teaming up with the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and Tulare County to host mass vaccination ...

    Apr 21, 2021 More
  • Adventist Health Tehachapi Valley holds groundbreaking for new imaging pavilion

    Adventist Health Tehachapi Valley is making access to state-of-the-art technology easier for Tehachapi residents because now it will available in ...

    Apr 21, 2021 More
  • Adventist Health Medical Office – Tulare welcomes orthopedic surgeon Mathias Daniels, MD

    TULARE – Board-certified orthopedic surgeon Mathias Daniels, MD, has joined the medical staff at Adventist Health Medical Office – Tulare. Daniels ...

    Apr 16, 2021 More
  • When a moment of play brings you to the ED

    An Emergency Department Experience at Adventist Health St. Helena When children’s laughter and play changes to pain and panic what do you do? The ...

    Apr 15, 2021 More
  • Asthma and Exercise

    Asthma is a medical condition that most people have heard of. We usually think of “asthma attacks” where a person has wheezing or trouble breathing. ...

    Apr 14, 2021 More
  • Construction on the new cardiovascular suite continues at Adventist Health St. Helena

    St. Helena, Calif. – Adventist Health St. Helena continues to make progress on its new cardiovascular suite, which includes a hybrid operating room, ...

    Apr 14, 2021 More
  • Adventist Health announces major milestone for new medical campus

    Bakersfield, Calif. – Adventist Health has acquired nearly 50 acres at Bakersfield Commons in northwest Bakersfield – making way for a new ...

    Apr 13, 2021 More
  • Adventist Health Medical Office – Tulare welcomes Araselia “Sally” Gonzalez, FNP-C

    Adventist Health is pleased to welcome Araselia “Sally” Gonzalez, FNP-C, to the medical staff at Adventist Health Medical Office – Tulare. With more ...

    Apr 9, 2021 More
  • COVID-19 vaccine available at Adventist Health medical offices

    To help protect a greater number of community members against COVID-19, Adventist Health is offering the vaccine to patients at its medical offices ...

    Apr 6, 2021 More
  • Catching Your Breath: Asthma triggers and treatment plans

    by John Murray, FNP Asthma is a medical condition in which the airways become narrow, swollen and produce extra mucus. As a result of the underlying ...

    Apr 5, 2021 More
  • Asthma Triggers, Tips and Action Plans

    More than 24 million people in the U.S. suffer from asthma. So, it’s highly likely you know someone who has this lung disease—maybe even you. But all ...

    Apr 2, 2021 More
  • ‘Why would you want to do anything else?’: After 30 years of helping kids, CDC Physical Therapist ...

    Since 1991, Ruth Stern has helped Simi Valley’s children get moving. As a physical therapist at Adventist Health Simi Valley’s Child Development ...

    Apr 2, 2021 More
  • Comprehensive imaging services available in Sonora – including 3D mammography

    March 29, 2021 (Sonora, Calif.) – Adventist Health Sonora is proud to offer the latest technology in imaging services, with appointments and walk-in ...

    Apr 1, 2021 More
  • ‘I feel empowered’: Pandemic sheds new light on critical role lab plays in patient care

    Think about a hospital. What are the first thoughts that come to mind? It’s probably a nurse adjusting the medications on an IV pump, or a team of ...

    Mar 31, 2021 More
  • Colorectal Cancer Screening at Castle

    by James Panetta, DO In the United States, colorectal cancer is on of the most common malignancies with nearly 150,000 new cases diagnosed annually. ...

    Mar 31, 2021 More
  • Adventist Health Launches Medical Assistant School in Bold Effort to Grow Healthcare Workforce and ...

    Roseville, Calif. (March 29, 2021) — Adventist Health is rolling out a groundbreaking workforce development effort in partnership with COPE Health ...

    Mar 30, 2021 More
  • Khampha Thephavong, DO, joins Adventist Health Medical Office - Fowler

    Adventist Health Medical Office – Fowler is pleased to welcome board-certified internal medicine physician Khampha Thephavong, DO, to its medical ...

    Mar 29, 2021 More
  • Orthopedic surgeon Jun Kim, DO, MMS, joins Adventist Health Medical Office - Tulare

    TULARE – Adventist Health is pleased to welcome fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon Jun Kim, DO, MMS, to the medical staff at Adventist Health ...

    Mar 29, 2021 More
  • Don’t want to get your colonoscopy? These two doctors urge you to think again

    Colon cancer prevention is all about screenings. And although many people shy away from getting their colonoscopy, it’s a crucial component of taking ...

    Mar 25, 2021 More
  • Celebrating one of Tulare’s most influential women

    This Women’s History Month, we are honored to recognize the contributions and accomplishments of all women, especially our compassionate and ...

    Mar 24, 2021 More
  • Ryan Ashlock Named New President of Adventist Health Castle

    Adventist Health Castle is pleased to announce that Ryan Ashlock, the current Operations Executive, has been named president, effective March 26. ...

    Mar 23, 2021 More
  • 'We're not the food police': Registered dietitians bring whole-person healing through nutrition

    Greek philosopher Hippocrates said, “Let food be thy medicine, and medicine be thy food,” but how often do people think about that in a hospital? When ...

    Mar 23, 2021 More
  • Hanford and Tulare Family Residency programs announce new residents on Match Day

    The Adventist Health Hanford and Adventist Health Tulare Family Residency programs are thrilled to announce the addition of 12 new residents, who will ...

    Mar 19, 2021 More
  • 20,000+ vaccine doses administered through our efforts

    Adventist Health St. Helena and St. Helena Hospital Foundation are proud to serve the community. On Friday, March 19, Adventist Health St. Helena and ...

    Mar 19, 2021 More
  • Moment of silence and light tribute to honor COVID-19 victims on one-year anniversary

    CENTRAL VALLEY – Adventist Health in the Central Valley will hold a moment of silence and light tribute at all four of its hospitals on Friday, March ...

    Mar 18, 2021 More
  • Back to the Ranch: Andy Hilkey’s journey to a pain free life

    As a rancher and volunteer in the community, Andy Hilkey leads a very active lifestyle and is always busy taking care of his farm and volunteering for ...

    Mar 15, 2021 More
  • Family medicine doctor Jodi Parungao, MD, helps families grow

    When it comes to welcoming a new baby, expecting parents want to choose the right healthcare provider to guide them on their journey. First-time mom ...

    Mar 15, 2021 More
  • Adventist Health Mendocino County hospitals to reopen to visitors

    March 13, 2021 (Mendocino County ) – As Mendocino County continues to see a decline in COVID-19 cases,Adventist Health is pleased to once again allow ...

    Mar 13, 2021 More
  • Adventist Health proud to partner with KCDPH in providing COVID-19 vaccinations

    Adventist Health in the Central Valley is proud to partner with local organizations, including the Kings County Department of Public Health, to ...

    Mar 10, 2021 More
  • Adventist Health Sonora welcomes urologist Lincoln Maynes, MD

    March 9, 2021 (Sonora, Calif.) – Adventist Health Sonora is proud to welcome Lincoln Maynes, MD, a fellowship-trained urologic surgeon specializing in ...

    Mar 9, 2021 More
  • ‘Help me’: Social workers bridge gap between hospital and community to care for the vulnerable

    The emergency department patient in the corner room was Breanna Villalobos’ last consult for the day. A victim of a violent crime suffering from ...

    Mar 4, 2021 More
  • Adventist Health, with support from Chevron, ‘powers up’ new mobile unit; first assignment will take ...

    McFarland, Calif. (March 2, 2021) – The mission of Adventist Health is to “live God’s love by inspiring health, wholeness and hope,” which includes ...

    Mar 3, 2021 More
  • Grand opening of Adventist Health’s first rural health clinic in Earlimart

    EARLIMART – Access to much-needed health services has increased in the community of Earlimart with the grand opening of Adventist Health Medical ...

    Mar 2, 2021 More
  • Manpreet Gill, PA-C, joins Adventist Health Medical Office - Reedley

    REEDLEY – Adventist Health Medical Office – Reedley is pleased to welcome board-certified physician assistant Manpreet Gill, PA-C, to its medical ...

    Feb 26, 2021 More
  • Alan Cheung, MD Announces Retirement from Medical Officer Role

    After 12 years as Adventist Health Castle’s Medical Officer, Dr. Alan Cheung has made the decision to retire from this role, effective March 26, 2021. ...

    Feb 25, 2021 More
  • ‘Things have changed so rapidly’: Infection preventionist navigates ever-changing guidelines to keep ...

    In a year when the world has been focused on how to stop the spread of a novel viral infection, it has made Amy Lenz’s job all the more critical. As ...

    Feb 24, 2021 More
  • New CT scanner at Adventist Health Hanford is improving care

    HANFORD – A new computed tomography (CT) scanner at Adventist Health Hanford is improving care by providing higher quality images at a faster rate. ...

    Feb 24, 2021 More
  • Family nurse practitioner joins Adventist Health Physicians Network

    Adventist Health is pleased to welcome board-certified family nurse practitioner Jonathan Cadiente, MSN, FNP-C, to Adventist Health Physicians Network ...

    Feb 24, 2021 More
  • Your bladder and blood pressure

    A full bladder and blood pressure Did you know that having a full bladder can raise your blood pressure by 10 points or more? When the bladder is full ...

    Feb 24, 2021 More
  • Written Notice to California Attorney General of Proposed Transaction with Acadia Healthcare

    St. Helena Hospital, doing business as Adventist Health Vallejo, provided written notice to the California Attorney General of its proposed ...

    Feb 22, 2021 More
  • Adventist Health Medical Office – Orosi welcomes Christopher Brammer, DNP

    OROSI – Adventist Health Medical Office – Orosi is pleased to welcome board-certified family nurse practitioner Christopher Brammer, DNP, to its ...

    Feb 19, 2021 More
  • Inspired by local physician, spine surgeon comes back to Mendocino County to fulfill life-long dream

    Ten years ago, while still in his first year of medical school, Dr. Yoshihiro Katsuura came to Howard hospital on a whim. It was during those times ...

    Feb 17, 2021 More
  • General surgeon Fateh Entabi, MD, extends services to Tulare and Fowler | Adventist Health

    TULARE – Adventist Health in the Central Valley is pleased to welcome board-certified general surgeon Fateh Entabi, MD, to its medical offices in ...

    Feb 17, 2021 More
  • Living God’s love in Tulare

    During the 2020 holiday season, Adventist Health Tulare partnered with the Tulare Salvation Army to help support fellow community members facing food ...

    Feb 17, 2021 More
  • 10,000+ vaccine doses administered

    On Wednesday, February 17, Adventist Health St. Helena and St. Helena Hospital Foundation celebrated a milestone in providing vaccinations. More than ...

    Feb 17, 2021 More
  • Women’s Health provider expands services

    Adventist Health is pleased to announce board-certified women’s health nurse practitioner Sara E. Taylor, MSN, WHNP-BC, is joining two additional ...

    Feb 12, 2021 More
  • President Kathy Raethel, Announces Upcoming Retirement

    After modeling leadership excellence for more than 45 years, Kathy Raethel has announced she will be retiring from her role as president of Adventist ...

    Feb 12, 2021 More
  • Newly opened Tulare Sleep Lab offers patients a restful nights’ sleep

    TULARE – Community members in the Tulare area who struggle to experience a restful nights’ sleep may now seek relief from the Adventist Health Tulare ...

    Feb 12, 2021 More
  • ‘We’re battling Goliath’: Radiology family comes together during pandemic

    When Manny Cabal looks at the chest X-rays he shoots each day, he can see COVID-19. It’s that hazy patch of white on the scan of the middle-aged man ...

    Feb 9, 2021 More
  • Adventist Health announces the acquisition of Vallejo behavioral health services by Acadia Healthcar ...

    To strengthen behavioral health services in Solano County, Adventist Health Vallejo, which has served as the county’s behavioral treatment center of ...

    Feb 9, 2021 More
  • COVID-19 vaccines: Why you shouldn't wait

    Millions of people in the U.S. have been vaccinated against COVID-19. But we still have a long way to go. And it's important that those who can get a ...

    Feb 9, 2021 More
  • Adventist Health St. Helena Launches Breast Center

    Breast Surgeon Dr. Charles Elboim to Serve as Medical Director February 6, 2021 (St. Helena, Calif.)—Adventist Health St. Helena has launched a breast ...

    Feb 8, 2021 More
  • Experienced Oncology provider decides to make Mendocino Coast her home

    January 28, 2021 (FORT BRAGG, CA ) – Adventist Health Mendocino Coast is pleased to provide a warm welcome to Anna Antonowich. She is an experienced ...

    Feb 4, 2021 More
  • Coordinating vaccination efforts

    Vaccine Supply Shortages Prompts Coordinated Strategy for Prioritizing Second Doses Napa County CA – Napa County Public Health, in conjunction with ...

    Feb 3, 2021 More
  • Behavioral health services expand at Adventist Health St. Helena

    February 2, 2021 (St. Helena, Calif.) – Patients seeking hospital-based care for mental health now have access to more services in the Napa Valley ...

    Feb 2, 2021 More
  • COVID-19 vaccination time slots filled for community event on Jan. 30

    HANFORD – All time slots have been filled for the COVID-19 community vaccination event at Sierra Pacific High School on Saturday, January 30. “We ...

    Jan 29, 2021 More
  • Adventist Health, the Kings County Department of Public Health and Sierra Pacific

    HANFORD – Adventist Health in the Central Valley is collaborating with the Kings County Department of Public Health and Sierra Pacific High School to ...

    Jan 28, 2021 More
  • Set in motion: Determined local man sheds nearly 300 pounds with bariatric surgery and lifestyle cha ...

    When Romeo Benavidez finally decided to address the additional weight he had carried most of his life, he knew getting healthy wouldn’t be easy or ...

    Jan 27, 2021 More
  • Adventist Health Bakersfield’s Breast Center receives national re-accreditation

    The National Accreditation Program for Breast Centers (NAPBC,) a quality program of the American College of Surgeons (ACS) has granted a three-year ...

    Jan 27, 2021 More
  • Made for more beats

    At Adventist Health Simi Valley, cardiology experts stop heart attacks in their tracks. “You’re having a heart attack.” Those are the words the ...

    Jan 25, 2021 More
  • Made for more victories

    Athletic trainers Darby and Cole care for Simi Valley’s athletes on and off the field. When Gabe Landless injured his arm playing football at Royal ...

    Jan 25, 2021 More
  • Made for more caring

    For 30 years, Dr. Kurohara has been Simi Valley’s ‘country doctor,’ caring for a generation of friends and neighbors. In some towns, a single doctor ...

    Jan 25, 2021 More
  • Made for more good nights

    Ruthann Brown’s condition haunted her sleep patterns. Robotic surgery changed her life. For months, Ruthann Brown spent her nights slumped upright on ...

    Jan 25, 2021 More
  • Made for more tender moments

    Danielle went into labor two months early. The NICU saved her baby’s life. Danielle and her husband arrived at the emergency department after 1 a.m. ...

    Jan 25, 2021 More
  • Navigating emergencies during a pandemic: Should I go to the ER or urgent care?

    During the COVID-19 pandemic, is it safe to go to your local emergency room if you need to? And when should you go to urgent care or utilize virtual ...

    Jan 22, 2021 More
  • Navigating emergencies during a pandemic: Should I go to the ER or urgent care?

    Given the COVID-19 status in the Yuba-Sutter region, is it safe to go to the emergency room if you need to? And when is urgent care the right option ...

    Jan 21, 2021 More
  • Dr. Tana Haynes joins Adventist Health Medical Office - Plaza

    January 19, 2021 (Tillamook Ore.) – Adventist Health is pleased to welcome board-certified internal medicine physician, Dr. Tana Haynes, to the team ...

    Jan 19, 2021 More
  • Adventist Health Bakersfield’s Breast Center receives national re-accreditation

    Jan. 15, 2021 (Bakersfield, CA) – The National Accreditation Program for Breast Centers (NAPBC,) a quality program of the American College of Surgeons ...

    Jan 19, 2021 More
  • Remembering Frank F. Dupper, co-founder and president of Adventist Health

    Healthcare lost a larger-than-life figure when Frank F. Dupper passed away December 31, 2020 – 22 years to the day after he retired as president of ...

    Jan 19, 2021 More
  • Adventist Health Mendocino Coast Recognized for Exceptional Performance in the Hospital Quality ...

    January 12, 2020 (FORT BRAGG, CA) -- Adventist Health Mendocino Coast (AHMC) has been recognized for the hospital’s achievement in exceptional patient ...

    Jan 18, 2021 More
  • Providing Onsite Medical Oncology Care

    Adventist Health Castle is pleased to announce medical oncology service started in January 2021. As part of this addition, veteran oncologist William ...

    Jan 14, 2021 More
  • Myths and facts about the COVID-19 vaccine

    **Get the latest information about COVID-19 vaccine availability by signing up for our e-newsletter ** The development of the COVID-19 vaccine brings ...

    Jan 13, 2021 More
  • Dental surgeon Farhad Kiani, DDS, joins Adventist Health Medical Office - Oakhurst

    OAKHURST – Access to dental care has increased in Oakhurst with the addition of dental surgeon Farhad Kiani, DDS, at Adventist Health Medical Office – ...

    Jan 12, 2021 More
  • Fall prevention in winter

    Falls can limit your ability to have an active and independent lifestyle. When the weather turns chilly and walkways get slick, accidents can happen. ...

    Jan 11, 2021 More
  • Engaging your kids during the winter months

    With winter in full swing, it’s easy to get into the routine of TV watching and little physical activity. With our busy schedules, creativity and ...

    Jan 11, 2021 More
  • Top doctor: Adventist Health’s Dr. Ronald L. Reynoso Hernandez carries on the family tradition

    Growing up in the Dominican Republic, a young boy watched his physician father selflessly provide medical care to family, friends and his community. ...

    Jan 8, 2021 More
  • Care during a Public Health Emergency

    Since Thanksgiving, hospitals throughout the state have seen a tragic surge in COVID-19 patients. More than ever before, very ill patients are ...

    Jan 5, 2021 More
  • Kings County’s New Year’s baby is a girl!

    HANFORD – First-time parents Conan and Johanna were excited to welcome their first child into the world on New Year’s Day. Baby Alori Joh was born at ...

    Jan 1, 2021 More
  • Pediatric nurse practitioner Lisa Sicherman, CPNP, joins Adventist Health Medical Office – Dinuba We ...

    DINUBA – Board-certified pediatric nurse practitioner Lisa Sicherman, RN, MSN, CPNP, has joined the staff at Adventist Health Medical Office – Dinuba ...

    Dec 29, 2020 More
  • Adventist Health Tillamook vaccinates front lines associates

    December 28, 2020, Tillamook, Ore - Adventist Health Tillamook healthcare associates on the front lines of the COVID-19 pandemic have received a ...

    Dec 28, 2020 More
  • Front-line healthcare workers receive COVID-19 vaccine

    CENTRAL VALLEY – Healthcare workers on the front lines of the COVID-19 pandemic have received a historic shot of protection against the novel ...

    Dec 21, 2020 More
  • Now a Collection Site for Hawaii’s Pre-Travel Testing Program

    We are pleased to share that Adventist Health Castle, through its partnership with S&G Labs, is now a trusted testing partner collection site for the ...

    Dec 18, 2020 More
  • New Adventist Health family nurse practitioner inspired by family and community to work in the ...

    HANFORD – Board-certified family nurse practitioner Maribel Torres, MSN, FNP-C, has joined Adventist Health Medical Office – Hanford Specialty. Torres ...

    Dec 16, 2020 More
  • The Storm Approaches

    Miller Report for the Week of December 14th, 2020 By William Miller, MD – Chief of Staff at Adventist Health – Mendocino Coast Hospital I was on a ...

    Dec 16, 2020 More
  • ‘A’ for the Fall 2020 Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade

    Adventist Health Castle was awarded an ‘A’in the fall 2020 Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade , a national distinction recognizing Adventist Health ...

    Dec 15, 2020 More
  • Hospice Invites Community to Celebrate and Remember Loved Ones

    December 3, 2020 – Adventist Health Hospice serving Tillamook County invites the community to “Light Up a Life” through donations to Hospice in memory ...

    Dec 11, 2020 More
  • Adventist Health Medical Office – Fowler welcomes endocrinologist Tombra Govina, MD

    FOWLER – Adventist Health Medical Office – Fowler is pleased to welcome Tombra Govina, MD, to its medical staff. As an endocrinologist, he provides ...

    Dec 8, 2020 More
  • Adventist Health St. Helena celebrates hospital reopening after being temporarily closed due to the ...

    ST. HELENA, CA – December 8, 2020 – Adventist Health St. Helena invites the community to join their virtual celebration December 8 at 10:00 a.m. to ...

    Dec 8, 2020 More
  • Christine King, MSN, FNP-C, joins Adventist Health Medical Office - Riverdale

    RIVERDALE – Adventist Health Medical Office – Riverdale is pleased to welcome board-certified family nurse practitioner Christine King, MSN, FNP-C, to ...

    Dec 7, 2020 More
  • 32nd annual Festival of Trees raises more than $30,000 in community donations

    TULARE – Signaling the start of the “season of giving,” the Tulare community helped raise more than $30,000 to benefit Adventist Health Tulare during ...

    Dec 2, 2020 More
  • Our Local Hospital is Prepared

    Miller Report for the Week of November 30th, 2020 By William Miller, MD – Chief of Staff at Adventist Health – Mendocino Coast Hospital Since the ...

    Dec 2, 2020 More
  • The unexplained symptoms that could provide clues of a thyroid condition

    Differentiating normal aches and pains from serious, underlying conditions is no simple feat. We may attribute slight weight gain or weight loss to ...

    Dec 1, 2020 More
  • COVID Cases on the Rise on the Coast

    Miller Report for the Week of November 23rd, 2020 By William Miller, MD – Chief of Staff at Adventist Health Mendocino Coast As we start into the ...

    Nov 24, 2020 More
  • Adventist Health Medical Office – Kerman welcomes Nancy Burchfiel, MSN, FNP-C

    KERMAN – Board-certified family nurse practitioner Nancy Burchfiel, MSN, FNP-C, has joined the medical staff at Adventist Health Medical Office – ...

    Nov 23, 2020 More
  • Adventist Health Hanford earns 5-stars from Healthgrades

    HANFORD – A new Gastrointestinal Center with state-of-the-art equipment, experienced specialists and a desire to provide high-quality care have helped ...

    Nov 23, 2020 More
  • Adventist Health Reedley earns 5-stars from Healthgrades

    REEDLEY – Experienced physicians and staff, combined with a desire to provide high-quality care, have earned Adventist Health Reedley 5-star ...

    Nov 23, 2020 More
  • Adventist Health Sonora enacts COVID-19 surge plans and joins thousands of top U.S. hospitals to ...

    November 20, 2020 (Sonora, Calif.) – Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, Adventist Health Sonora care providers have been screening and evaluating ...

    Nov 20, 2020 More
  • In Sickness & In Health: Joint & Spine Center at Adventist Health Castle

    As seen on khon2.com : In our latest edition of In Sickness and In Health on Living808, we went in depth on services and experiences that make the ...

    Nov 19, 2020 More
  • National Rural Health Day: “Power of Rural”

    On November 19, Adventist Health in the Central Valley will observe National Rural Health Day to recognize the providers and employees who keep our ...

    Nov 19, 2020 More
  • Rapid Care, when you need it!

    Many would agree that 2020 has been a very challenging year. It’s a year that 90-year-old Dorene Plechaty became a widow, moved over 1,000 miles from ...

    Nov 18, 2020 More
  • Adventist Health Sonora is prepared for widespread COVID-19

    With Tuolumne County experiencing widespread community transmission of COVID-19, Adventist Health Sonora is adjusting protocols and is prepared to ...

    Nov 17, 2020 More
  • Adventist Health Castle receives Coronary Intervention Excellence Award

    Adventist Health Castle has been awarded excellence in coronary intervention this year. With advanced facilities and experienced providers, its ...

    Nov 16, 2020 More
  • Join us for a Holiday Party Drive Thru

    Join us for a Holiday Party Drive Thru on Friday, December 11 from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at Windward Community College and pick up a great meal. ...

    Nov 13, 2020 More
  • Late Tehachapi Mayor, Ed Grimes, honored and celebrated at Adventist Health Tehachapi Valley hospita ...

    Many knew Mayor Ed Grimes as Mr. Tehachapi. He passed away in May 2018, but his memory lives on. That’s why the community wanted to permanently ...

    Nov 12, 2020 More
  • The Adventist Health AIS Cancer Center recognized for enhancing the quality of life in Bakersfield

    The Greater Bakersfield Chamber of Commerce hosts the Beautiful Bakersfield Awards annually. It’s a way to honor the people, places, businesses and ...

    Nov 12, 2020 More
  • Wellness Wednesdays: Eating healthy doesn’t have to taste bad

    Hidden Veggie Mac & Cheese, Vegetable Hash and Pumpkin Muffins … hungry yet? These are just a few of the recipes you will see on Wellness Wednesdays ...

    Nov 12, 2020 More
  • Adventist Health Continues to Support Rebuilding the Ridge

    November 4, 2020 (Paradise, Calif.) – Since 1950, Feather River Hospital has been an integral part of the ridge community, serving to ensure the ...

    Nov 9, 2020 More
  • Diana J. White Cancer Institute welcomes new hematology and medical oncology physician

    November 2, 2020 (Sonora, Calif.) – Adventist Health Sonora is pleased to welcome Lin Soe, MD, MPHTM to the care team at the Diana J. White Cancer ...

    Nov 5, 2020 More
  • Family medicine physician joins Adventist Health Physicians Network Tulare

    TULARE – Roy Chan, MD, a board-certified family medicine physician, has joined the medical staff at Adventist Health Physicians Network Tulare ...

    Nov 4, 2020 More
  • Family Nurse Practitioner joins Adventist Health Physicians Network Tulare Rapid Care

    TULARE – Adventist Health Physicians Network welcomes board-certified family nurse practitioner Cretia Guzman, MSN, FNP-C, to Rapid Care in Tulare. ...

    Nov 4, 2020 More
  • Rebecca Ruyle, LCSW joins Adventist Health Medical Office - Vernonia

    November 4, 2020 (Vernonia, Ore.) – Adventist Health is pleased to welcome Rebecca Ruyle, LCSW, to the team practicing at Adventist Health Medical ...

    Nov 4, 2020 More
  • Adnaan Edun, BSc, MSc, MD, joins Adventist Health Medical Office - Tulare

    TULARE – Adventist Health Medical Office – Tulare is pleased to welcome to its staff board-certified family medicine physician Adnaan Edun, BSc, MSc, ...

    Nov 3, 2020 More
  • The ‘Mo’ you know about prostate cancer!

    Movember, or no-shave November, is well underway! It’s the time when men grow out their facial hair for 30 days to raise awareness for prostate and ...

    Nov 3, 2020 More
  • Thank you for keeping our community safe

    As Thanksgiving approaches, I’ve been thinking about all there is to love about living in the Sierra Nevada foothills. Enjoying breathtaking scenery ...

    Nov 2, 2020 More
  • Chiropractor Bart Bishop, DC, offers relief to Sanger patients

    SANGER – People in Sanger and the surrounding communities who struggle with back pain or musculoskeletal disorders may now find relief at Adventist ...

    Oct 30, 2020 More
  • Two “birds” with one visit: regular doctor visit and important eye exam

    Completing some of our daily tasks in life can be challenging amid a worldwide pandemic. Making sure we keep up with other periodic tasks, such as ...

    Oct 30, 2020 More
  • Adventist Health appoints president of Kern County services

    Daniel Wolcott, current president of Adventist Health Lodi Memorial and Dameron Hospital in Stockton, has been appointed president of Adventist Health ...

    Oct 29, 2020 More
  • Adventist Health to celebrate Mission Week November 2-6

    Next week, Adventist Health will celebrate Mission Week, an annual event to reconnect to its mission of “living God’s love by inspiring health, ...

    Oct 29, 2020 More
  • Family medicine physician Shruti Javali, MD, joins Adventist Health Medical Office - Fowler

    FOWLER – Adventist Health Medical Office – Fowler is pleased to welcome to its medical staff family medicine physician Shruti Javali, MD. Javali sees ...

    Oct 28, 2020 More
  • Dandy Lion Cub House Day Care

    During any crisis, even one that stretches on as COVID has, it is important that we remain calm and make decisions based on sound principles. This is ...

    Oct 28, 2020 More
  • Adventist Health earns information technology award

    Adventist Health’s information technology department has earned an award for their meaningful work to improve patient care. The College of Healthcare ...

    Oct 26, 2020 More
  • Orthopedic surgeon Andrew Lee, MD, joins Adventist Health Medical Offices

    CENTRAL VALLEY – Adventist Health is pleased to welcome fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon Andrew Lee, MD, to its medical offices in Fowler, ...

    Oct 23, 2020 More
  • Adventist Health CEO Scott Reiner elected 2021 chair of the CHA Board of Trustees

    Scott Reiner, CEO of Adventist Health, has been elected 2021 chair of the California Hospital Association’s Board of Trustees. Reiner, a registered ...

    Oct 21, 2020 More
  • Luis Guzman, MD, transitions family medicine practice to Adventist Health Medical Office – Reedley C ...

    REEDLEY –Adventist Health Medical Office – Reedley Cypress is pleased to welcome to its medical staff board-certified family medicine physician, Luis ...

    Oct 20, 2020 More
  • Adventist Health launches breakthrough move to promote community well-being

    Adventist Health today announced the launch of its Well-Being Division, solidifying its commitment to lead a 21 st century well-being transformation ...

    Oct 20, 2020 More
  • Kyle King appointed president of Adventist Health Portland

    Friday, October 9, 2020, Portland, OR – Adventist Health is pleased to announce that Kyle King, the previous operations and network development ...

    Oct 19, 2020 More
  • Adventist Health Medical Office – Tulare is open and ready to care for patients

    TULARE – Access to healthcare has expanded in Tulare with today’s grand opening of Adventist Health Medical Office – Tulare. The medical office, ...

    Oct 19, 2020 More
  • Adventist Health Mendocino Coast welcomes new community board

    October 12, 2020 (FORT BRAGG, CA ) -- Adventist health Mendocino Coast (AHMC) is excited to introduce 13 exceptional leaders in the community as part ...

    Oct 19, 2020 More
  • Primary care providers share why getting a flu shot is more important than ever

    (Tuesday, October 6, 2020 Mendocino County CA) -- Every year, influenza causes thousands of deaths and hundreds of thousands of hospitalizations in ...

    Oct 19, 2020 More
  • Urolift procedure at Adventist Health Ukiah Valley provides relief for men suffering from enlarged p ...

    (Monday, October 5, 2020 Ukiah CA) -- More than 50% of men over the age of 50 suffer from benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), also referred to as an ...

    Oct 19, 2020 More
  • Adventist Health Encourages Mammograms During Breast Cancer Awareness Month

    (Monday, October 19, 2020 Ukiah CA) -- While many women are putting off their annual mammograms due to concerns around COVID-19, Linda Drake, a mother ...

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  • Neha Vashishtha, MD, joins Adventist Health Medical Office – Reedley Children’s Health

    REEDLEY – Adventist Health Medical Office – Reedley Children’s Health is pleased to welcome board-certified pediatrician Neha Vashishtha, MD, to its ...

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  • Adventist Health Sonora building comprehensive urology and advanced robotic-assisted surgery program

    October 13, 2020 (Sonora, Calif.) – Adventist Health Sonora has acquired the latest da Vinci Xi Robotic Surgical System from Intuitive Surgical, Inc. ...

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  • Flu shot: An important COVID-19 defense

    Because of COVID-19, it is more important to get a flu shot than ever before. The last thing you want Is to suffer two major Illnesses at one time. ...

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  • October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month

    Breast cancer is the leading cancer in women in the United States; second to skin cancers which except for melanoma are usually not invasive. It ...

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  • October is Pastor and Clergy Appreciation Month

    October is Pastor and Clergy Appreciation Month and we are so grateful for our chaplains and our entire faith community who are living God’s love and ...

    Oct 13, 2020 More
  • Adventist Health wins prestigious Brandon Hall Group Award

    The highly coveted Brandon Hall Group Bronze award for excellence in the Competency and Skill Development category was awarded to Adventist Health. ...

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  • Lorraine’s story of hope and faith

    A reminder for women get screened and schedule annual mammograms Lorraine was getting ready on Thanksgiving Day, 2018, and felt a sudden sharp pain in ...

    Oct 9, 2020 More
  • Adventist Health to offer drive-thru flu shots

    HANFORD – To help protect the community, this flu season, Adventist Health is hosting drive-thru flu shot events at three of its Hanford locations ...

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  • Pediatric care expands at Adventist Health Medical Office – Reedley Jefferson with new pediatrician

    REEDLEY – The medical staff at Adventist Health Medical Office – Reedley Jefferson is pleased to welcome board-certified pediatrician Pulak Agrawal, ...

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  • Adventist Health offers no-cost counseling to those impacted by the Napa Valley wildfires

    ST HELENA, Calif. – October 2, 2020 – Adventist Health St. Helena, which has been serving the Napa Valley for more than 140 years, announced today it ...

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  • The Great Central Valley ShakeOut earthquake drill is October 15

    CENTRAL VALLEY – Following FEMA’s National Preparedness Month in September, individuals and communities throughout the Central Valley will participate ...

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  • Stories from the frontlines: ICU nurse shares his experience of caring for COVID-19 patients

    (Tuesday, September 29, 2020, Willits, CA) -- As healthcare workers continue to care for the community, including COVID-19 patients, staff from ...

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  • A new ER experience for a new COVID reality

    When emergencies happen, we’re here for you – even during a pandemic. We know that many of our friends and neighbors are feeling hesitant about coming ...

    Oct 1, 2020 More
  • Family Medicine Residency graduate stays in the community

    HANFORD – Vijay Krishna, MD, who recently graduated from Adventist Health’s Family Medicine Residency program, is staying in Hanford to care for the ...

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  • Pediatric team in Oakhurst helping young patients feel at ease

    OAKHURST – As parents and guardians in the Oakhurst community welcome and raise the youngest members of their families, they have available to them ...

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  • Adventist Health St. Helena temporarily suspends patient care due to Glass Fire

    September 28, 2020 (St. Helena, Calif.) – Out of an abundance of caution, Adventist Health St. Helena has temporarily suspended patient care services ...

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  • Tulare community invited to help Adventist Health improve the hospital experience

    Patient satisfaction is a high priority for Adventist Health in the Central Valley, which is why the faith-based, not-for-profit organization is ...

    Sep 24, 2020 More