Feb 10, 2022 | Health & Wellness, Medical
The Quad Cities’ first robotic-arm assisted surgery took place at Dignity Health, Yavapai Regional Medical Center (YRMC) in Prescott, Arizona on January 26. The successful operation – a knee replacement – was performed by Jason Weisstein, MD, MPH, FACS, Orthopedic...
Feb 9, 2022 | Health & Wellness, Medical
Ask anyone what the primary symptom of a heart attack is, and they’re likely to say “chest pain.” While this can be true, it’s not the only symptom, especially for women. Heart disease is the leading cause of death for women in the U.S., but many women don’t recognize...
Feb 8, 2022 | Health & Wellness, Medical
The Dignity Health, Yavapai Regional Medical Center (YRMC) 2021 Total Healing Environment Physician of the Year, Ronael Eckman, MD, is challenging the old saying that no one is a hero in their own country, or in this case, their community. “I’m a third-generation...
Feb 7, 2022 | Health & Wellness, Medical
Every new patient that LaNette Smith, MD, FACS, meets at Dignity Health, Yavapai Regional Medical Group, Breast Surgery arrives with a life-changing health issue. They also bring their individual goals, dreams and challenges. “Everyone is unique and at a different...
Feb 6, 2022 | Health & Wellness, Medical
Our health is measured by many numbers: cholesterol, blood sugar and body mass index are just a few. For most of us, the actual numbers aren’t as important as knowing our blood pressure numbers are within a healthy range. American Heart Awareness Month is here so the...