We are proud to announce that Dignity Health Mercy Medical Group was voted “Best Medical Practice” in Style Magazine’s Readers’ Choice Awards in Folsom and El Dorado Hills. This marks the 12th year that Dignity Health Mercy Medical Group received this recognition.

Congratulations to our care teams who made this honor possible. See the full article here. This recognition denotes Dignity Health Mercy Medical Group’s commitment to exceptional patient care. We believe that together, we can achieve better health, wellness, and improve the quality of life for our families, neighbors, friends, and most of all, our patients.

Breastfeeding can take a toll on the body, especially the lower back. Below, Sarah Fulop-Furlano, IBCLC a lactation consultant with Dignity Health Medical Group — Dominican shares tips for proper breastfeeding positions to protect your back, and help keep you and baby as comfortable as possible.

Dignity Health Medical Groups is honoring our people whose extraordinary kindness has made a life-changing difference in the life of a patient, coworker, or member of our community. Our award winners were nominated by their colleagues for going above and beyond. Congratulations to our award winners!

Summer is here and so are our favorite outdoor activities. When spending time in the great outdoors, it’s important to take all the necessary precautions, including protecting oneself from harmful plants and insects. Below, Nikki Pham, MD, a Family Medicine physician with Dignity Health Mercy Medical Group, shares tips on how to safely enjoy the outdoors this summer.

This June, we’re sharing insights from clinicians across our Dignity Health Medical Groups on topics that are crucial to men’s health. Earlier this month we heard from clinicians specializing in cardiology, behavioral health and urology about important reminders for men in each of their respective areas.

Studies show that men tend to visit doctors less than women. Routine checkups are key to finding problems before they turn into major health issues. We caught up with Joshua Ostrue, DO, a Family Medicine physician with Dignity Health Woodland Clinic about other important health considerations and screenings men should be aware of.