LaDessa Forrest has been appointed as chief executive officer of Encompass Health Valley of the Sun Rehabilitation Hospital. The 75-bed inpatient rehabilitation hospital is located at 13460 North 67th Ave. in Glendale, Arizona. The hospital holds The Joint Commission’s Disease-Specific Certification in Stroke, Brain Injury, Amputee and Cardiac Rehabilitation. “I look forward … [More]
New Residential Center in Peoria Expands Access to Life-Saving Care
Horizon Recovery, Arizona's premier provider of adolescent mental health and addiction recovery services, announced the opening of its new $3 million Deer Valley Residential Treatment Center in Peoria, creating 15 new healthcare jobs and adding vital capacity to address the state's growing youth mental health crisis. The 10-bed co-ed facility at 22201 North 91st Ave. in … [More]
Partnership Aims to Provide a Second Chance to Previously Incarcerated Individuals
Scottsdale Recovery Center, a leading provider of addiction treatment and recovery services, announced its partnership with the Arizona Department of Corrections Rehabilitation and Reentry for the health justice re-entry program. This transformative initiative aims to support individuals transitioning out of incarceration by providing them with essential resources to … [More]
Mayo Clinic Announces Transformative $1.9B Investment in Arizona, Reimagining Healthcare
Mayo Clinic announced a nearly $1.9 billion investment in the continued transformation of its Phoenix campus as part of its Bold. Forward. strategy to Cure, Connect and Transform healthcare for the benefit of patients everywhere. Bold. Forward. Unbound. in Arizona will enable new innovative care concepts, physical spaces and integrated technologies to create seamless care … [More]
Intensive Special Needs Training for Oral Health Providers
Arizona’s community health dentists and local nonprofits often face challenges when it comes to accessing dental training and continuing education. To increase access to care, Delta Dental of Arizona, through its Foundation, recently funded 20 scholarships supporting 10 community health centers, public health clinics and oral health nonprofit programs across Arizona to take … [More]
Medical Manufacturer Funds Its Own Patient Assistance Program
BioLab Sciences, a skin substitute brand of BioLab Holdings, Inc., a Mesa-based medical manufacturer specializing in wound healing and wound care products, recently launched its Charity Care initiative. The Patient Assistance Program was created to help patients who are uninsured and without the financial means to access BioLab’s advanced wound care products. “Our goal is to … [More]
Rehabilitation Hospital in Florida Extends Its Footprint by Adding a Facility on Mayo Clinic’s Phoenix Campus
Brooks Rehabilitation, nationally acclaimed for its expertise in treating life-changing injuries and complex medical conditions, held a groundbreaking ceremony for its new cutting-edge, 80,000-square-foot inpatient rehabilitation hospital on Mayo Clinic’s Phoenix campus. Ranked by U.S. News & World Report as the No. 1 rehabilitation hospital in Florida and among the top 20 … [More]
Banner MD Anderson Unveils ‘Wellness Center’ in Its Home Away from Home Community
Cancer patients living in Banner MD Anderson Cancer Center’s Home Away from Home community now have a new space to gather and heal. The wellness center was recently built with the goal of giving patients, caregivers and their families a shared place to rest, connect and support one another. The new space adds to the community of eight private homes generously built, furnished … [More]
How Businesses Can Halve Healthcare Costs
For most businesses, healthcare costs are the second-largest expense after payroll, yet many executives feel powerless to change the status quo. Every year, premiums rise, networks get narrower and employees bear more of the financial burden. But business leaders who take control of their healthcare spending rather than relying on traditional insurance carriers can cut costs … [More]
Unique Holistic Dentistry Concept Opens in Phoenix
Swiss Biologic Dentistry is raising the bar for dental care in Phoenix with an innovative, holistic approach that combines cutting-edge dental science with a commitment to overall health and patient well-being. This forward-thinking dental practice focuses on providing a truly transformative experience, treating patients as individuals and offering a more natural, sustainable … [More]
Phoenix Children’s Announces the Retirement of President and CEO
Phoenix Children’s announced the retirement of Robert L. Meyer, who has served as the organization’s President and CEO for 22 years. Working with the Board of Directors to finalize the leadership transition process, including the selection of his replacement, Meyer will officially retire in the summer of 2025, marking the end of his leadership tenure that has helped to shape … [More]
Digital Health Startup Secures Institutional Pre-Seed Funding, Surpasses Initial Goal of $250K
Prickly Pear Health, a digital health company focused on brain health during the menopausal transition, announced that it has secured institutional pre-seed funding led by Bayless Ventures and AZ Venture Capital Inc. The company has surpassed its initial funding target of $250,000, with strong potential to double this figure by Q1 2025. "Securing institutional backing this … [More]
Their Take: Girls, Women in Sports Make Strong Leaders
Sports medicine doctor touts participation as key for females
Confidence and character gained through sports participation are the very tools girls and women need to become strong leaders in sports and life. So says Dr. Amy Overlin, a primary care sports medicine physician at Banner Sports Medicine in Scottsdale, who notes that several positive things happen when girls participate in sports – regardless of their skill level. “There's … [More]
Phoenix Children’s Reaches New Multi-Year Agreement with Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona
Phoenix Children’s announced it has reached a new, multi-year agreement with Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona, ensuring patient families with Blue Cross Blue Shield insurance coverage can receive the care they need at in-network benefit levels. “We recognize this has been a difficult time for families navigating out-of-network coverage options. … [More]
Barrow Neurological and PEI Advancing Arizona’s Bioscience Ecosystem
Standard stimulation methods for monitoring comatose patients can cause injuries, and because stimulation is delivered by hand, it can limit the reliability of exams and negatively impact patient care. Dignity Health aims to end this practice through the development of electrical stimulator technology that can activate pain receptors in a standardized fashion … [More]
Valley-Based Healthcare Co. Reflects on 2024 Successes, Predicts 2025 as Transformative Year for Value-Based Care
Phoenix-based Equality Health, a trailblazing value-based care (VBC) enabler with a Medicaid-first care model, continues to lead the charge in advancing health equity and improving outcomes for underserved communities. The company shared its 2024 year-in-review, highlighting key milestones such as enabling more than 4,100 primary care providers (PCPs) and covering 735,000 lives … [More]
ADHD Center Announces Opening of Scottsdale Clinic
Arizona ADHD Center, a medical and behavioral health clinic specializing in ADHD diagnosis, treatment, and ongoing maintenance with locations in the Phoenix community, announces the opening of its Scottsdale clinic. The new center treats adult and pediatric ADHD patients and brings more than 10 years of ADHD experience to the Scottsdale area. “Our mission is to help … [More]
HonorHealth Creates New International Center for Translational Science
In a move that could substantially transform the 21st century biomedical research landscape of Arizona, the HonorHealth Research Institute is announcing the formation of its Center for Translational Science. As the Research Institute enters its third decade, the Center for Translational Science is seen as a major investment by HonorHealth in its ability to bridge the gap … [More]
