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Celebrating Women Physicians Day

Posted by Sarah Tyre on 2/1/24 3:28 PM

National Women Physicians Day on February 3, recognizes the path women doctors have paved in the U.S. over the years. The date commemorates Dr. Elizabeth Blackwell, the first woman to receive a medical degree in the U.S. in 1849. Today we reflect on the achievements of women in medicine, and also show our support for the next generation. We asked three Dignity Health Medical Group physicians to share what celebrating this day means to them. Here’s what they had to say.

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Unlocking the secrets to sound sleep: understanding and managing sleep apnea

Posted by Sarah Tyre on 1/8/24 8:57 AM

A good night's sleep is one of the most crucial factors for a long, healthy life. An inability to get a restful slumber can sometimes lead to dangerous health complications. Approximately 30 million American adults have sleep apnea, a sleep disorder in which your breathing can repeatedly start and stop, inhibiting one’s ability to get a good night’s rest.

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Dignity Health Mercy Medical Group honored for providing high-quality, affordable, patient-centered care

Posted by Sarah Tyre on 11/27/23 4:47 PM

We are pleased to announce that Dignity Health Mercy Medical Group is a recipient of the   Excellence in Healthcare Award for measurement year 2022, from the Integrated Healthcare Association (IHA) for its top performance on clinical quality, patient experience and cost measures. 

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MD Imaging to join Dignity Health Advanced Imaging

Posted by Sarah Tyre on 11/14/23 1:37 PM

MD Imaging (MDI) and Dignity Health Advanced Imaging (DHAI) have entered into a definitive agreement for DHAI to acquire MDI’s imaging practice. The transition will take place in March, 2024.

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Empowered by Data: How People Are Using Smartwatches for Heart Monitoring

Posted by Sarah Tyre on 9/26/23 2:41 PM

The evolution of smartwatches has ushered in a new era of personalized health monitoring. Many of these devices now come equipped with an electrocardiogram (ECG) feature, allowing wearers to independently record their heart's rhythm.

This was the case for Val Chaban, a retired law enforcement officer from Lodi, who noticed that he was frequently experiencing a subtle but persistent fluttering sensation in his chest after his routine workouts.

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