Yuma Regional Medical Center

Please join us in congratulating Dr. Navaneeth Kumar on his new leadership role as the Executive Medical Director of Primary Care Services and Program Director of the Family Medicine Residency Program. Dr. Kumar began his leadership career at Yuma Regional Medical Center in 2021 as the Medical Director of Family Medicine and Primary Care Outcomes, Director of Clinical Informatics, Primary Care and Associate Program Director of YRMC’s Family Medicine Residency program. He will continue to foster the growth and recognition of our residency program. After completing his residency in Yuma, Dr. Kumar joined YRMC’s Family Medicine Residency program as a faculty member and practiced as a hospitalist for 3 years before transitioning to outpatient family medicine. His primary areas of medical interest include population health, clinical informatics, and graduate education. He is also a certified Epic physician builder. Dr. Kumar is a true physician champion; consequently, he has made significant EHR improvements and streamlined efficiencies in the primary care realm. Dr. Kumar and his family are deeply rooted in our community, and we are inspired by their commitment and dedication to our patients and their families. We applaud Dr. Kumar in his new leadership role and are excited about the future of primary care in our community.

Always improving and working together, these are two ways we can achieve our vision of Building a Healthier Tomorrow! Yesterday, nurses, providers, technicians, clinical and non-clinical staff from every department throughout YRMC came together to showcase ways they are working to improve patient care at our 2024 Quality Hall of Fame poster presentation event. The 77 presentations highlighted ways to improve procedures, use new technology and collaborate to make the care we provide you and your family the best it can possibly be. Presentation categories included: ⚬ Clinical/Patient Safety Excellence ⚬ Collaborative Excellence ⚬ Operational Excellence ⚬ Patient Experience/Customer Service Excellence ⚬ Sustainability Excellence While we will announce the judges' picks at our Quality Hall of Fame Awards Reception on October 9th, they are all winners in our books! A huge thank you to all YRMC employees who took part. We truly appreciate your dedication to caring for our community!

Don't miss out on the opportunity to attend the Research Transforming Communities: Diverse Perspectives Symposium! Hosted by YRMC and Arizona Western College, this symposium is a great opportunity for professionals looking to expand their knowledge, build valuable relationships, and pave the way for future collaborations and advancements. Thanks to the generous support of the Flinn Foundation and the Foundation of YRMC, registration for this event is free. But hurry—the registration deadline is this Friday, September 13th! To register, please visit: https://lnkd.in/gsDidv6x If you are interested in participating or have questions regarding participation, please contact [email protected].

After a decade of dedicated service to YRMC and our community, Senior VP and Chief Operating Officer (COO) Trudie Milner, PhD, will retire in late September. Dr. Milner began her career with YRMC in 2014 as the Director of Orthopedic Services and Rehabilitative Services department before being promoted to Administrative Director in 2015. She became YRMC’s first Chief Operating Officer in January 2021. While her contributions are extensive, a few notable projects include supporting and building a robust Institutional Research program at YRMC, overseeing and developing YRMC Foothills Medical Plaza, and cultivating a partnership with Flinn Foundation – which brought numerous educational opportunities and internships and millions in grant dollars to our area. Dr. Milner also worked directly with Arizona Western College to build the workforce development strategy, paving the future for local healthcare professionals. Dr. Milner has represented YRMC on the state, national and international level. She is a published author and a TEDx speaker. Dr. Milner, thank you! We wish you a happy retirement!

Special thanks to everyone who joined the Foundation of YRMC and the Advokate Foundation yesterday in raising awareness and showing support for our local pediatric cancer patients, survivors, and their families. The #GoGold lighting ceremony marked the start of a month-long campaign to light the hospital gold each night as a tribute to Pediatric Cancer Awareness Month. Last night was such a special occasion and showed that, in this community, we fight childhood cancer together. If you would like to purchase a #GoGold heart necklace please reach out to the Foundation office at [email protected] or call 928-336-7045. All proceeds go towards providing financial assistance to local families experiencing a childhood cancer diagnosis. Please visit the Foundation of YRMC’s Pediatric Oncology Support webpage for more information or to refer someone for assistance. https://lnkd.in/g2j53cFZ

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