Yuma Regional Medical Center

For the month of September, YRMC will go GOLD in honor of Pediatric Cancer Awareness Month. On Wednesday, September 4th, the Foundation of YRMC is partnering with AdvoKATE to gather for a heartwarming lighting ceremony to raise awareness and show support for pediatric cancer patients, survivors and their families. The community is invited to join us at 6:30 pm at the YRMC Cancer Center Serenity Garden (2375 Ridgeview Dr, across from the main hospital entrance). YRMC Spiritual Care will begin the ceremony with a prayer and information/resources will be available from the Foundation of YRMC’s Pediatric Oncology Committee, AdvoKATE and the Cancer Resource Center. After illuminating individual necklaces and candles, attendees will walk around the exterior of the hospital to the Emergency Department, which will also be illuminated in gold. This event marks the start of a month-long campaign to light the hospital gold each night as a tribute to Pediatric Cancer Awareness Month. The display visually represents YRMC’s dedication to supporting families in our community. If you are unable to attend, we invite you to donate to the Foundation of YRMC’s Pediatric Oncology Support Fund. For more information, contact the Foundation of YRMC at [email protected] or call 928-336-7045.

We invite you to submit your research poster for the Research Transforming Communities Symposium. Today is the final day to submit posters. Researchers who are interested in participating must use the official submission form and poster template to submit their projects for consideration. This is an excellent chance to showcase your work, connect with other researchers, and make a meaningful contribution to our community. The top three winners will receive a cash prize and the opportunity to present at the symposium. To learn more about the Research Transforming Communities Symposium, please visit: https://lnkd.in/gsDidv6x

Yesterday, we proudly unveiled our new retail pharmacy at YRMC Foothills Medical Plaza! The YRMC Foothills Pharmacy will provide East County residents with an additional, convenient pharmacy option. 💊 The pharmacy's doors are open Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and will offer quick, convenient services – including a drive-through, free mail-to-home service and gift boutique. The YRMC Foothills Pharmacy is owned and operated by our partner, ProxsysRx

Following an extensive national search, Kristina Diaz, MD, MBA, has been selected as President of Yuma Regional Medical Group. Dr. Diaz was selected based on her highly qualified experience and demonstrated commitment to building positive relationships. She will lead the newly established medical group, effective Monday, August 26, 2024. Dr. Diaz began her leadership career in 2014 as the Associate Program Director of the YRMC Family and Community Medicine Residency Program. Since then, she has continued to elevate the program nationally while also expanding her professional scope and oversight. Dr. Diaz currently serves as the Executive Medical Director, Chief Academic Officer and Program Director of the Family Medicine Residency Program. Born and raised in Yuma, Dr. Diaz has a true passion for local healthcare and understands the impact on the community. “I’m honored and grateful for the opportunity to support the work of the medical group,” said Dr. Diaz. “It’s an exciting time to work collaboratively with providers to advance care in our community,” she added. Dr Diaz will continue seeing patients in the clinic for a ½ day every week. Please join us in congratulating Dr. Diaz on her new role!

YRMC is proud to present “Sharing our Vision for a Healthier Tomorrow,” a reflection of our journey to improve care for our community, neighbors and friends. We’ve remained steady in our commitment to the delivery of new and expanded services. We invite you to learn more about what drives YRMC’s strategic direction and how we’re demonstrating our commitment to progress. https://lnkd.in/gMd3wK-s

Last week, YRMC Cancer Center Medical Director and oncologist, Dr. Arun Arumugam Raajasekar, along with Carmen Pulido, presented to 50 senior citizens at the San Luis Senior Center. Dr. Arun discussed cancer prevention, screenings and YRMC Cancer Center services. The seniors expressed gratitude for the Cancer Center team's presence, for answering their questions, and for showing their dedication to patient care. This type of engagement demonstrates our commitment to being rooted in our community. Thank you, Dr. Arun and Carmen!

Yuma Regional Medical Center celebrates and thanks the 2024 graduating class of residents in its Family & Community Medicine Residency Program for their contributions to the hospital, the community, and their patients. The strong local connections formed during their residency often inspire graduates to remain in Yuma. This year, three of our physicians have chosen to continue their medical careers here in Yuma: - Dr. Konkankit: Joining Yuma Regional Medical Center - Dr. Aman: Joining Yuma Regional Medical Center Foothills Medical Plaza - Dr. Ayala: Joining Hospice of Yuma As the residency program grows, YRMC remains committed to supporting its staff and ensuring the highest standards of care for the community. By investing in the growth of new physicians, YRMC addresses current healthcare needs and builds a foundation for future medical excellence in Yuma.

We are delighted to share the inspiring journeys of three former YRMC volunteers who are now making significant strides in their medical careers all across the country. Congratulations to: 𝗠𝗶𝗴𝘂𝗲𝗹 𝗭𝗮𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗮𝗻𝗼 𝗔𝗹𝘃𝗮𝗿𝗲𝘇, 𝗗𝗢 - Graduated as a Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Midwestern University in May 2024. Dr. Miguel Zamorano Alvarez recently began his residency in Internal Medicine at Riverside Community Hospital. 𝗘𝘇𝗹𝗶𝗲 𝗣𝗲𝗿𝗲𝘇 - Pursuing a medical degree from the University of Cincinnati School of Medicine and celebrated her white coat ceremony in late July. She will graduate with the class of 2028. 𝗠𝗶𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗲𝗹 𝗡𝗶𝗰𝗵𝗼𝗹𝗹𝘀 - Currently a 3rd-year medical student at A.T. Still University, School of Osteopathic Medicine in Arizona and will graduate with the class of 2026. At YRMC, we are honored to support and nurture the next generation of healthcare professionals. We are incredibly proud of their accomplishments and look forward to their continued success. To learn more about volunteer opportunities at YRMC, visit https://lnkd.in/gAqvkn3C.

Earlier this year, Yuma Regional Medical Center became the first organization in Arizona to receive the Pathway to Excellence designation from the American Nurses Credentialing Center. This prestigious honor recognizes our commitment to creating a supportive and high-standard environment for our nursing staff. In celebrating this achievement, we want to spotlight the incredible dedication of our nurses, who make this recognition possible. Meet Karina Montoya, BSN, RN, CPN, PED-BC, a pediatric nurse in our Pediatric and Women's unit. Karina has been a nurse for 10 years and chose Yuma Regional Medical Center because she gets to work at a place that shows a caring culture and values patient- and family-centered care. Her passion and dedication are truly inspiring, showing our commitment to building a healthier tomorrow.

YRMC Welcomes Dr. Marc Chasin, Senior VP and Chief Information Officer Yuma Regional Medical Center (YRMC) is excited to announce Dr. Marc Chasin has joined our team as Senior Vice President and Chief Information Officer (CIO). Dr. Chasin has served in executive Information Technology (IT) roles since 2003 and joins us from Westchester Medical Center Health Network (WMCHealth) in New York. There he served as Senior Vice President, Chief Information Officer and Chief Medical Information Officer since 2018. Over the years, Dr. Chasin has led IT initiatives and clinical information systems to drive improvements in patient experiences and care, including the implementation of Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems in acute care and ambulatory settings. Among his many other accomplishments, Dr. Chasin has orchestrated the implementation of Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning tools to improve the care team and patient engagement. In addition he has managed IT infrastructure operations for multiple health systems. When asked about his initial visit to YRMC, Dr. Chasin said, “Everyone was so welcoming. You could feel their dedication to the community and health system. Their commitment to high-quality patient care was palpable.” Dr. Chasin says he and his wife are looking forward to exploring Arizona and taking in the sunshine. He lists horology (the design and maintenance of watches and clocks) as a hobby, says he loves golf and is an aspiring ballroom dancer. Welcome, Dr. Chasin!