I Choose Desert Springs Hospital Medical Center

I Choose
Find out why Charlyne Taylor, Dr. Thomas Umbach, Ketty Carvallo and many others choose hospitals of The Valley Health System for quality care.

New Bariatric Surgeon, Dr. Thomas Umbach

Dr. Thomas UmbachWe want you to be among the first to know that we have a new bariatric surgery Medical Director who is highly qualified and knowledgeable about gastric bypass and lapband procedures. Thomas Umbach, M.D., F.A.C.S. relocated his bariatric practice from Oregon to Las Vegas and will began seeing patients on July 1, 2008. Click here to learn more about Dr. Umbach.

Join Us for the 17th Annual Health and Diabetes Fest

17th Annual Health and Diabetes FestDesert Springs Hospital Medical Center's 17th annual Health & Diabetes Fest will feature numerous screenings and recent developments in care options for patients with diabetes and related conditions. More than 100 booths will have information for you from physicians, pharmaceutical companies, dieticians and diabetes nurses.

Join us Saturday, October 4 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the hospital lobby.

FREE screenings and exams by healthcare professionals include:

  • Blood pressure checks
  • Osteoporosis screening
  • Peripheral artery disease screenings
  • Pulmonary function testing for COPD
  • Lipid panel & blood glucose testing by Humana (requires 8 hours of fasting)
  • Eye exams
  • Ear exams
  • Foot exams
  • Sleep disorder assessments

Flu shots are available through Walgreen's for $25. Medicare and Culinary health plans accepted.

Parking is available on Bruce Street, across from the main entrance. For more information, please contact the Diabetes Treatment Center at 702-369-7560.

Desert Springs Completes 1,000th PAD screening

1000th PAD ScreeningThe Leg Circulation Center at Desert Springs Hospital recently completed its 1,000th Ankle Brachial Index (ABI) screening for peripheral artery disease (PAD). Henderson resident Catherline Ulrich was the 1,000th patient to have an ABI screening done at the Leg Circulation Center.

Schedule a FREE ABI Screening
The Leg Circulation Center at Desert Springs Hospital can help you determine if you have PAD with a simple screening. The ABI screening takes about 10 minutes and measures the pulses in your feet. Your screening results will be provided to you and your primary care physician. To schedule your FREE ABI screening, call the Leg Circulation Center at (702) 369-7979.

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First in the United States to Receive Special Diabetes Distinction

The Joint CommissionDesert Springs Hospital Medical Center received notification July 10 that it became the first inpatient diabetes program in the United States to earn a Certificate of Distinction for Advanced Inpatient Diabetes Care from The Joint Commission, the national organization that accredits healthcare organizations across the United States.

Desert Springs Hospital Relieving ER Waits

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AUGUST 28, 2006 - Desert Springs Hospital Medical Center has made numerous changes to its Emergency Department to reduce wait times and improve patient care.

When patients enter Desert Springs Hospital, they are taken to triage to be assessed, registered and have their vital signs checked. Patients who are acutely ill are immediately taken into one of the main treatment areas. If patients are less acute, they are taken to the newly developed Comprehensive Assessment, Review and Disposition (CARxD) room where treatment and diagnostic testing begin.

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Sam Kaufman, CEO/Managing Director

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Senior Advantage (55+)

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Health News Magazine Online

Health News Magazine

View the current issue of Valley HealthSystem's Health News Magazine online.

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REGIE

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Multicultural Institute

Multicultural Institute of Medicine

Due to the fast-growing Hispanic population in Southern Nevada, and particularly the area directly surrounding Desert Springs Hospital, we are pleased to announce we are in the midst of developing a Multicultural Institute of medicine within our facility.

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Your Medications

Medicine Cabinet Keep track of your history
  • Write your medical history.
  • Make a list of all the medications you take. Include dietary supplements and vitamins.
  • List the names and telephone numbers of your doctors and pharmacies.
Work as a team with your doctor and other healthcare professionals
  • Make sure all your doctors are aware of medications that other physicians have prescribed for you. Tell them about any over-the-counter medications and homeopathic or herbal products you are taking.
  • Pharmacists are excellent sources of medication information. If possible, take any new prescriptions or refill requests to the same pharmacy so that you can get to know your pharmacist and he or she gets to know you.
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