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Eisenhower Health has long been dedicated to providing top-tier care for diagnosed breast cancer patients, and now, with the introduction of the Breast Cancer Multidisciplinary Clinic, their commitment has reached a new level. This clinic is a groundbreaking initiative designed to streamline and enhance breast cancer care, ensuring patients receive…

Eisenhower Health’s Emergency Department was recently awarded a Level IV Trauma designation. According to Dr. Eric Leroux, “that designation means that we’ve met a certain level of standard for our ability to evaluate, stabilize, and resuscitate patients with traumatic injury. And the reason that’s important is because trauma care does…

“It can be extremely overwhelming as an individual trying to navigate the insurance world, particularly the health insurance world. And there’s a lot out there,” points out Katie Amegin, Director of Payer Relations at Eisenhower Health. Ms. Amegin is quick to offer expert help in this podcast (audio) edition of…

“The situation is, of course, quite serious,” began Aubrey Serfling, President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Eisenhower Health in An Update for Our Community from Eisenhower Health, “we have seen an increase in patients in the hospital with COVID-19, reaching a new peak…” he continues, in an open letter…

50 to 70 million people in the United States have sleep disorders, according to the American Sleep Association. Astounding numbers – but why is that such a big health concern? “250,000 drivers fall asleep at the wheel each day. Driving drowsy can cause a crash every 25 seconds, an injury…

U.S. News & World Report announced its prestigious annual hospital rankings and, once again, Eisenhower Health was recognized as #1 in the Inland Empire and #20 in California, placing Eisenhower among the top 5% of hospitals in the state. Eisenhower was also rated High Performing in nine types of care.…

STAY HOME. Rates of COVID-19 began to increase when restrictions eased in May, followed by Memorial Day celebrations. Let’s take that lesson and make better choices for our July 4th celebrations. While July 4th celebrations usually bring large groups together for barbeques, fireworks and celebrations, Eisenhower Health is asking the…

If ever there were a time when nurses matter… that just might be now. And, we’re proud to report that Eisenhower Health has again achieved Magnet Recognition – for the second time – reinforcing a commitment to nursing excellence. The American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Magnet Recognition Program distinguishes health care…

Alan Williamson, MD, Eisenhower Health’s Chief Medical Officer, believes that we may be seeing a flattening of the curve in Coachella Valley. In an interview with KESQ TV, Dr. Williamson quickly warns that we aren’t through this – pointing out that cases and deaths haven’t completely gone away. “We really…

Sheltering at home – but now you just have to go out? Using face coverings can increase your protection – IF they’re used properly. Watch this short video and learn how to make sure your face covering is providing the protection you need. In addition to maintaining social distancing and…

When the world is upside down and we’re doing all that we can to contain the COVID-19 virus, it turns out that the simple act of handwashing emerges as one of the leading ways that we can protect ourselves and our loved ones from exposure to coronavirus. Handwashing is so…

In this Health Insights video blog, Epidemiologist Patricia Cummings, PhD, MPH, Director, Department of Epidemiology Research and Evaluation, Eisenhower Health, shares sobering COVID-19 projections for Coachella Valley. There’s good news – we can change those projections – and she also tells us how. “Reducing morbidity and mortality in the highest…

For the most up-to-date information on COVID-19, please visit Riverside County Department of Public Health https://www.rivcoph.org/coronavirus or the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention at cdc.gov/coronavirus. You may also call 2-1-1 from your mobile phone for Riverside County’s Community Connect, which also has the most up-to-date information. This web page maintains up-to-date, comprehensive…

“Coronavirus is similar to other viral outbreaks we’ve had in the past and Eisenhower Health and the community is well prepared to manage it as things come up. So, we’d just like to reassure everyone that if they follow protocols, this can be a managed illness,” asserts Euthym Kontaxis, MD,…

There’s Good News for people suffering from chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and/or emphysema: The Zephyr Endobronchial Valve. Eisenhower Health is the 1st medical center in Southern California to offer this new lung valve treatment to people suffering from COPD and/or emphysema. The Zephyr Endobronchial Valve is implanted in the…

PPOs, HMOs, Covered California, Medicare, Medicaid… health care insurance can be pretty confusing for many of us. Help is on the way! Carl Gilmore, Director of Payer Relations at Eisenhower Health, Rancho Mirage, CA, cuts through the clutter and provides us with high-level understanding and handy resources to help us…

Do you have trouble falling or staying asleep? Do you wake up feeling as tired as when you went to bed? Or do you find yourself getting drowsy behind the wheel? If you answered yes to any of these questions, it may be time for a sleep study. The most common…

Hearing the words, “You have cancer,” is one of the most difficult and life-changing things a person could ever experience. Knowing what to expect is daunting at best, and the pending list of appointments, physicians, medications and side effects, not to mention navigating one’s personal life, can be overwhelming. Community…

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