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Tucson, Ariz. – Northwest Medical Center and Oro Valley Hospital received an “A” grade in the fall 2021 Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade, a national distinction recognizing both hospitals’ achievements protecting patients from errors, injuries, accidents and infections. The Leapfrog Group is an independent national watchdog organization committed to healthcare quality and safety. “We’re excited to receive this distinction, and so proud of the entire team, as everyone played a part in our success,” said Br... ... Read More

Tucson, Ariz. – With Wednesday, October 13, marking World Thrombosis Day, a day to increase awareness about various types of blood clots, Northwest Healthcare providers are reminding adults to be aware of any symptoms. “Blood clots are treatable when they are discovered early,” said Kinjan Patel, MD, a Cardiologist with Northwest Healthcare. According to the National Blood Clot Alliance (NBCA), blood clots kill 274 Americans each day when they restrict blood flow and cause a medical emergency. While dif... ... Read More

Tucson, Ariz. – As districts in southern Arizona gear up for the start of school, Northwest Healthcare Providers are reminding families how important it is to get back-to-school checkups and immunizations. “It’s really important to make sure children are immunized, and get in to see their primary care provider for a checkup,” said Diane Trotter, family nurse practitioner with Northwest Primary Care in Sahuarita. “An annual physical and proper immunizations will start your child’s new school year on a he... ... Read More

As our community experiences another COVID surge, I write today with gratitude for the resilience of our provider teams at Northwest Healthcare. Each and every employee in our system has played a role in keeping our community healthy, and in caring for those who do become sick. I am incredibly proud of the work they do, but I am also proud of our healthcare system as a whole. Northwest Healthcare is comprised of Northwest Medical Center, Oro Valley Hospital, Northwest Medical Sahuarita, free standing em... ... Read More

Northwest Physician Provides Tips for Managing Them Tucson, Ariz. (June 2021) – A Northwest Healthcare physician, who struggles with allergies himself, has suggestions for patients suffering from seasonal allergies. More than 50 million people suffer with nasal allergies and half also have season pollen allergies, according to the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA). “There is no single allergy season,” said Kenneth Murachanian, M.D. “Allergy symptoms may vary throughout the year, depending ... ... Read More

Tucson, Ariz. (May 2021) –A Northwest Healthcare Registered Dietitian is encouraging men and women to lose those extra pounds they may have added over the past year of the pandemic. “Know that you’re not alone when it comes to weight gain, especially in the past year,” said Rachel Deal, R.D. “With the arrival of spring, and many restrictions starting to be lifted now, it’s a great time to reassess daily habits and get back to a healthier lifestyle.” A recent survey by the American Psychological Associat... ... Read More

Tucson, Ariz. - Northwest Healthcare is the first medical center in Southern Arizona to offer an outpatient procedure that is less invasive for women suffering from fibroid tumors, and often shortens recovery time. The treatment, called radiofrequency ablation of fibroids, is an outpatient procedure that destroys fibroid tissue using a thin needle. It uses controlled radiofrequency energy and heat to ablate, or thermally dehydrate, the fibroid. Fibroids are tumor-like growths made of smooth muscle cells... ... Read More

Tucson, Ariz. (March 2021) – In spite of the COVID-19 pandemic, emergency physicians are reminding people not to delay care, especially if symptoms could be related to a heart attack or stroke. “We’re ready, we’re prepared, and we are well-staffed in all of our emergency departments. If you feel you have an emergency, we’re here to provide service,” said Catherine Dewsnup, R.N., director, emergency department, Northwest Medical Center. Heart attacks and strokes are especially serious medical conditions ... ... Read More

Tucson, Ariz. (March 2021) – In spite of the global pandemic, the labor and delivery team at Northwest Women’s Center continue to celebrate helping bring new life into the world, and encourage new moms and expectant moms to seek pre- and post-natal care. “Prenatal care is very important during pregnancy, and getting early and regular prenatal care can help you have a healthy pregnancy and a full-term baby. Fear of COVID-19 should not deter an expectant mother from seeking care,” said Dr. Carol Dehasse, ... ... Read More

Doctors Remind Southern Arizonans: Get Check-Ups Tucson, Ariz. (March 2021) – In spite of the global pandemic, Northwest Medical Center’s providers say it’s important to make and keep appointments for well visits. Doctors and Nurses who work for Northwest Healthcare say they’re taking extra precautions to prevent the spread of the COVID-19 virus, like eliminating the waiting room by allowing patients to wait in the car before a visit, masking of all patients and providers, and enhanced cleaning of frequ... ... Read More