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	Cancer survivors? annual celebration of life -- June 8 The Cancer Centers of Northern Arizona Healthcare – Flagstaff Campus is sponsoring the annual survivor’s celebration in Flagstaff to honor individuals throughout Northern Arizona who are living with and beyond cancer. The celebration is 11 a.m. – 4...	May 21, 2013
	Special Care Nursery Reunion Picnic - June 8 For nearly 20 years, Flagstaff Medical Center’s Special Care Nursery Reunion Picnic has been a special day set aside to recognize any child who spent time in an intensive care nursery at birth and their immediate family. This year’s free picnic is...	May 21, 2013
	Cancer survivors' annual celebration of life - June 9 The Cancer Centers of Northern Arizona Healthcare – Sedona is sponsoring “Hawaiian Ho’olaule’a” (hoh oh lau leh’ ah) annual survivors’ celebration to honor individuals throughout the Verde Valley who are living with and beyond cancer. The celebration...	May 13, 2013
	Free skin cancer screenings in Flagstaff and Sedona - May 4 Cancer Centers of Northern Arizona Healthcare and Northern Arizona Dermatology Center have partnered together to offer free skin cancer screenings on Saturday, May 4. Arizona has a high skin cancer rate; screening is an important way to lower risk of...	April 23, 2013
	Northern Arizona residents now have access to local, fulltime heart rhythm disorder care at FMC Northern Arizona residents no longer need to travel to receive specialized care for heart rhythm abnormalities. Flagstaff Medical Center and its cardiology practice, the Heart & Vascular Center of Northern Arizona, recently added cardiac...	April 23, 2013
	Care Beyond Walls and Wires featured in video In February, FMC’s Marketing and Telemedicine Departments worked with a national production/video crew to feature FMC’s Care Beyond Walls and Wires program. The video was produced and distributed by CTIA - an international organization representing...	April 5, 2013
	Grandparents Infant CPR and Safety Classes - April 30, Sept. 24 Flagstaff Medical Center’s Childbirth Education Department, in partnership with the Flagstaff Exchange Club, is offering an infant CPR and safety class directed toward expectant and new grandparents. These classes are offered 6:30 – 9 p.m., Tuesday,...	April 1, 2013
	Free Infant/Child CPR and Safety Classes - April 4, May 8 Flagstaff Medical Center’s Childbirth Education Department, in partnership with the Flagstaff Exchange Club, Flagstaff Public Library and North Country Healthcare is offering free American Heart Association Family and Friends Infant and Child CPR and...	March 28, 2013
	Take Note Flagstaff: Shaping your child's world Shaping your child’s world – make it right is the title of the April Take Note Flagstaff Lecture Series, sponsored by Flagstaff Medical Center. The Tuesday, April 16 lecture features Psychiatrist Adam Graff, M.D. The free presentation is 5:30 – 6:30...	March 28, 2013
	Take Note Flagstaff: Cosmetic procedures for every body Cosmetic procedures for every “body” is the topic of the March Take Note Flagstaff Lecture Series, sponsored by Flagstaff Medical Center. The Tuesday, March 19 lecture features Plastic Surgeon Adam Boettcher, M.D. The free presentation is 5:30 – 6:30...	March 7, 2013
	Cancer Centers offer low-cost, take home colorectal cancer screening kits During the month of March – National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month – the Cancer Centers of Northern Arizona Healthcare are offering take-home colorectal cancer screening kits to promote the need for early detection and diagnosis of this very...	March 6, 2013
	Visitation restrictions lifted at FMC Due to the decline of influenza and RSV cases nationally and locally, FMC has lifted its annual visitation restrictions. Effective Friday, March 1, children under the age of 12 years old will be allowed in the hospital to visit patients. Children...	March 1, 2013
	FMC receives grant for heart disease and diabetes screenings Flagstaff Medical Center (FMC) recently received a $158,160 grant from the AstraZeneca HealthCare Foundation. This is the second consecutive year FMC has received a grant from the Foundation, receiving a total of $325,560. The grant was awarded...	Feb. 25, 2013
	Take Note Flagstaff: Hearts Do Sing; How You Can Keep The Beat ? Feb. 19 Hearts Do Sing; How You Can Keep The Beat is the topic of the January Take Note Flagstaff Lecture Series, sponsored by Flagstaff Medical Center. The Tuesday, Feb. 19 lecture features heart rhythm specialist Lynn Otto, M.D. The free presentation is...	Feb. 5, 2013
	Free diabetes, blood pressure and cholesterol screenings in February in Flagstaff Northern Arizona residents are invited to participate in free diabetes, blood pressure and cholesterol screenings through the Northern Arizona Diabetes – Heart Connection program funded by a grant from the AstraZeneca HealthCare Foundation. The...	Feb. 4, 2013
	Cancer Center and FMC receives $5,000 donation from Fry?s Food Stores to benefit cancer patients The Cancer Centers of Northern Arizona Healthcare and Flagstaff Medical Center recently received a generous donation from Fry’s Food Stores 2012 Giving Hope A Hand campaign. The $5,000 donation will provide assistance to patients who live in remote...	Feb. 1, 2013
	FMC implements visitation restrictions during flu season Due to the early start and severity of this year’s Influenza and Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) season, FMC is implementing visitation restrictions effective immediately in all patient-care areas of the hospital. Children 12 and under will be...	Jan. 11, 2013
	Take Note Flagstaff A Farewell to Arm Pain -- Jan. 15 A Farewell to Arm Pain is the title of the January Take Note Flagstaff Lecture Series, sponsored by Flagstaff Medical Center. The Tuesday, Jan. 15 lecture features orthopedic surgeon John H. Flint, M.D. The free presentation is 5:30 – 6:30 p.m. at...	Dec. 31, 2012
	Flagstaff Medical Center awarded Consumer Choice Award Flagstaff Medical Center (FMC) was awarded the 2012 Consumer Choice Award by the National Research Corporation. FMC is one of 297 healthcare facilities in the U.S. to receive the prestigious award. “At FMC, we believe quality care and patient...	Dec. 21, 2012
	Free diabetes and heart screenings in December for Northern Arizona residents Northern Arizona residents now have access to free diabetes and heart screenings through the Northern Arizona Diabetes – Heart Connection program funded by a grant from the AstraZeneca HealthCare Foundation. Services include identifying persons at...	Nov. 28, 2012
	Bashas' December charity drive benefits chronically ill and disabled children throughout Northern Arizona During the month of December, Bashas’ and Food City Grocery Stores across Northern Arizona will be collecting donations at their registers to benefit children who receive medical care at Flagstaff Medical Center’s Children’s Health Center...	Nov. 20, 2012
	FMC's Pulmonary Function Lab helps those suffering with lung conditions Flagstaff Medical Center’s Pulmonary Function Lab provides diagnostic testing for various lung conditions including asthma, bronchitis, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and emphysema. The state-of-the-art Pulmonary Function Lab makes diagnosing...	Nov. 20, 2012
	FMC pediatric patients design holiday cards ? on sale Nov. 26 FMC’s Pediatric and Pediatric Intensive Care Unit are selling one-of-a-kind holiday cards designed by kids who were patients in the unit. Each package is $13 and contains 12 hand-drawn cards with several special designs the children created. The...	Nov. 19, 2012
	Children?s Health Center named Service Agency of the Year The Children’s Health Center (CHC) at Flagstaff Medical Center was named the Service Agency of the Year by the Flagstaff Disability Awareness Commission. CHC was chosen for the award because of the center’s commitment to providing compassionate care...	Oct. 31, 2012
	FMC's 52nd Annual Turquoise Ball -- Dec. 1 Flagstaff Medical Center’s 52nd Annual Turquoise Ball is the premiere Winter Gala event in Flagstaff. Presented by Forest Country Anesthesia, this year’s event is Saturday, Dec. 1 at the High Country Conference Center. The exquisite evening benefits...	Oct. 18, 2012
	FMC brings neurologist to hospital and community Neurologist Srijana Zarkou, M.D., recently joined the medical staff at Flagstaff Medical Center (FMC). Dr. Zarkou’s arrival in Northern Arizona helps meet the need for a highly skilled neurologist in the region and demonstrates FMC’s commitment to...	Oct. 17, 2012
	Fit Kids of Arizona opens clinic in Williams In response to the increased number of children and their families participating in the Fit Kids of Arizona program, Fit Kids is opening a satellite clinic in Williams. The new clinic will be open one day a month to accommodate the monthly...	Oct. 15, 2012
	FMC recognized with gold achievement award from the American Heart Association Flagstaff Medical Center (FMC) recently received the Get With The Guidelines®–Heart Failure Gold Quality Achievement Award from the American Heart Association. The Gold Quality Achievement Award recognizes FMC’s commitment to treating heart failure...	Oct. 15, 2012
	Taylor House hosts open house for community -- Oct. 22-26 As a part of National Hospitality House Week, Flagstaff Medical Center’s Taylor House is inviting the community any day during the week of Oct. 22-26 between 7 a.m. – 5 p.m. to come by and tour its beautiful home for families of patients receiving...	Oct. 12, 2012
	Healthy Cooking Class -- Oct. 25 The Cancer Centers of Northern Arizona Healthcare – Flagstaff Campus is offering a free healthy cooking class with Dietitian Cathy Tomasi. The class is 6 – 8 p.m., Thursday, Oct. 25 at The Seasoned Kitchen, 106 N. San Francisco St., Flagstaff. For...	Oct. 9, 2012
	Take Note Flagstaff: Breast Cancer 101 -- Oct. 16 Breast Cancer 101: Causes, detection, diagnosis and treatment is the topic of the October Take Note Flagstaff Lecture Series, sponsored by Flagstaff Medical Center. The Tuesday, Oct. 16 lecture features medical oncologist Peter Mathern, M.D., Arizona...	Sept. 25, 2012
	Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Day event -- Oct. 15 Flagstaff Medical Center’s To Lose a Child Program (TLC) and Bereavement Committee are sponsoring the Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Day ‘Remembering Our Babies’. All families who have experienced the loss of a baby from conception to birth are...	Sept. 18, 2012
	FMC's annual Fantastic Voyage Sept. 29 As part of the 2012 Making Waves Flagstaff Festival of Science, Flagstaff Medical Center (FMC) will host Fantastic Voyage from noon – 4 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 29. This event is designed for school-age children and will feature displays and fun...	Sept. 14, 2012
	Sept. 18 Take Note: Prostate Screenings - Are They Necessary? Prostate Cancer Screenings – Are they necessary? is the topic of the September Take Note Flagstaff Lecture Series, sponsored by Flagstaff Medical Center. The Tuesday, Sept. 18 lecture will feature urologist William Badger, M.D. The free presentation...	Sept. 4, 2012
	Free prostate cancer screening - Sept. 25 Prostate cancer has a 99-percent survival rate when detected early: Free screening Sept. 25September is National Prostate Cancer Awareness Month and the Cancer Centers of Northern Arizona Healthcare are sponsoring a free prostate screening. The...	Aug. 28, 2012
	Neurosurgeon Nate Avery, M.D., Killed in Accident Neurosurgeon Nate Avery, M.D., Killed in Accident Hospital/Community Feel Loss It is with a deep sense of sadness we inform you that Nathan Avery, M.D., passed away on Saturday, Aug. 18, following an accident at Lake Powell. Our heartfelt prayers...	Aug. 20, 2012
	FMC expands options for expectant mothers; Now offers VBACs Flagstaff Medical Center, in coordination with local obstetricians and anesthesiologists, will now offer elective vaginal birth after cesarean delivery (VBAC) and trial of labor. The recent decision followed a change in guidelines outlined by the...	Aug. 16, 2012
	Record year for Machine Solutions Run for Children's Health The Children’s Health Center and Flagstaff Medical Center would like to extend its thanks to all the sponsors and participants for the 2012 Machine Solutions Run for CHC, held the Aug. 4. This year, there was a record number of 478 registrants,...	Aug. 8, 2012
	Free diabetes and heart screenings in August for Grand Canyon residents Grand Canyon residents now have access to free diabetes and heart screenings through the Northern Arizona Diabetes – Heart Connection and Diabetes Together programs. The free screenings are scheduled 10 a.m. – 3 p.m., Monday, Aug. 13, 20 and 27 at...	July 27, 2012
	FMC makes $1 million commitment to new programs aimed at promoting health and wellness in FUSD elementary schools Flagstaff Medical Center (FMC) and Fit Kids of Arizona have made an unprecedented commitment to the community to promote health and wellness in Flagstaff’s elementary schools. FMC’s Board of Directors recently approved $1 million in funding to help...	July 18, 2012
	Children's Health Center celebrates 25 years; open house July 14 For 25 years, Northern Arizona’s chronically ill and disabled and abused children have had access to comprehensive medical care close to home through the Children's Health Center (CHC) at Flagstaff Medical Center. The Center is hosting on open house...	July 10, 2012
	FMC recognized for organ donation efforts Donor Network of Arizona recently awarded Flagstaff Medical Center a bronze award for the number of donor registrations through DonateLifeAZ.org in the 2012 Hospital Donor Registry Challenge. This is the fourth year FMC has been recognized for its...	July 2, 2012
	Cancer Center offers free healthy cooking class - July 26 The Cancer Centers of Northern Arizona Healthcare – Flagstaff Campus is offering a free healthy cooking class with Dietitian Cathy Tomasi. The class is 6 – 8 p.m., Thursday, July 26 at The Seasoned Kitchen, 106 N. San Francisco St. For more...	June 29, 2012
	FMC's Pediatric Intensive Care Unit welcomes new pediatric intensivist Flagstaff Medical Center welcomes new pediatric intensivist Susan Moore Haefner, M.D., F.A.A.P., to its Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU). As a pediatric intensivist, Dr. Haefner specializes in caring for critically ill and injured children. Her...	June 27, 2012
	FMC renovates and expands Emergency Department Flagstaff Medical Center is in the process of renovating and expanding its Emergency Department (ED). The project began in June 2012 and is expected to be fully complete in less than a year. The renovations will not interrupt emergency patient...	June 26,2012
	Machine Solutions Run for CHC benefits chronically ill and disabled children - Aug. 4 For more than 30 years, runners and walkers have enjoyed fresh air and altitude of Flagstaff while helping to support the medical needs of children by participating in the Machine Solutions Run for Children’s Health Center (CHC). The annual...	June 22, 2012
	Free lecture: Cancer 101 - What you need to know about cancer, July 17 Cancer 101- What you need to know about cancer is the topic of the July 17 Take Note Flagstaff Lecture Series, sponsored by Flagstaff Medical Center. The Tuesday, July 17 lecture will feature radiation oncologist Pamela Vanderwall, M.D. The free...	June 19, 2012
	FMC earns awards for excellence in customer service for 11th straight year Flagstaff Medical Center once again has been highly recognized by an independent research firm for its success in providing excellent customer service and earning the loyalty of its patients and physicians. Professional Research Consultants (PRC), an...	June 13, 2012
	Low-cost sports physicals and fitness fair for students - July 28 Healthcare providers will conduct sports physicals for middle and high school student athletes who are required to fulfill an annual pre-participation physical evaluation for the 2012- 2013 school year. There is a $10 charge for each physical. All...	June 12, 2012
	Skin Cancer Screenings: 122 individuals screened, 32 percent referred for follow-up care The Cancer Centers of Northern Arizona Healthcare (CCNAH) along with Northern Arizona Dermatology Center, conducted a free skin cancer screening, Saturday, June 2. The screening took place at CCNAH at Flagstaff Medical Center with each participant...	June 11, 2012
	12th annual Pepsi-Cola Taylor House Century Ride set for July 21 The 12th annual Pepsi-Cola Taylor House Century Ride, set for Saturday, July 21, will give cyclists the opportunity to ride through the amazing views of Northern Arizona while supporting a good cause. As always, the proceeds will benefit The Taylor...	June 8, 2012
	Destination Abroad: Disease and illness prevention while traveling - June 19 Destination Abroad: Disease and illness prevention while traveling is the topic of the June Flagstaff Take Note Flagstaff Lecture Series, sponsored by Flagstaff Medical Center. The Tuesday, June 19 lecture will feature infectious disease physician...	June 7, 2012
	Fit Kids of Arizona's Sara Pinson, receives 2012 Young Dietitian of the Year award Sara Pinson, R.D., a registered dietitian at Fit Kids of Arizona, recently was awarded the 2012 Young Dietitian of the Year award for Arizona from the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. The award was given in recognition of her contributions...	May 25, 2012
	Special Care Nursery Reunion Picnic - June 9 For nearly 20 years, Flagstaff Medical Center’s Special Care Nursery Reunion Picnic has been a special day set aside to recognize any child who spent time in an intensive care nursery at birth and their immediate family. This year’s free picnic is...	May 23, 2012
	Flagstaff Medical Center awards $6,000 in nursing scholarships Flagstaff Medical Center recently awarded $6,000 in nursing education scholarships through the FMC Foundation’s annual Nursing Scholarship Awards program. The Nursing Scholarship Awards program is in its 20th year at FMC with 112 scholarships...	May 21, 2012
	FMC recognizes 2012 Nursing Excellence award recipients Flagstaff Medical Center congratulates the 2012 FMC Nursing Excellence award recipients. Each year, FMC recognizes its nurses during Nurses Week. Part of the recognition includes the annual Nursing Excellence awards. Peers chose these nurses for...	May 18, 2012
	Cancer survivors annual celebration of life June 9 Celebration, rejoicing and remembering are all part of National Cancer Survivors Day. The annual worldwide event takes place in hundreds of communities throughout the U.S., Canada and other countries. Cancer survivors and their families unite in a...	May 9, 2012
	Free skin cancer screenings Saturday, June 2 You don’t have to be a sun lover to be at risk for skin cancer; you just have to live in Arizona. Free skin cancer screenings Saturday, June 2With the longer days of summer quickly upon us, more people will be in the sun soaking up potentially...	May 9, 2012
	Free Infant CPR and Safety Class May 15 Flagstaff Medical Center’s Childbirth Education Department, in partnership with North Country HealthCare and Flagstaff Exchange Club are offering a free American Heart Association Family and Friends Infant CPR and Safety Class. The class is offered 6...	May 2, 2012
	FMC's Sheri Yeider receives 2012 Caring for Children Award Sheri Yeider, M.S.W., I.T.M.H., a social worker at Flagstaff Medical Center recently was awarded the 2012 Caring for Children Award from the Coconino Coalition for Children and Youth. The award was given in recognition of her contributions to...	April 26, 2012
	Safe Child Center at FMC recognized as a vital resource to child victims of abuse Safe Child Center at Flagstaff Medical Center was once again awarded accreditation by the National Children’s Alliance (NCA) following an extensive review process. Accreditation by the alliance recognizes the comprehensive quality care Safe Child...	April 26, 2012
	May 15 Take Note Flagstaff: Cholesterol and waistlines - keep the numbers down Flagstaff Medical Center (FMC) is sponsoring the Take Note Flagstaff Lecture Series. The Tuesday, May 15 lecture, “Cholesterol and waistlines – keep the numbers down,” will feature interventional cardiologist Omar Wani, M.D., and cardiologist Kenneth...	April 19, 2012
	FMC receives $6,000 donation from Fry's Food Stores to benefit cancer patients The Cancer Centers of Northern Arizona Healthcare and Flagstaff Medical Center’s Therapy Services Department recently received a generous donation from Fry’s Food Stores 2011 Giving Hope A Hand campaign. The $6,000 donation will provide assistance to...	March 30, 2012
	National Doctors' Day Flagstaff Medical Center is celebrating National Doctors' Day on March 30 and wishes to thank the following physicians for their commitment to providing our community with quality healthcare. ...	March 30, 2012
	Take Note Flagstaff: Importance of colon cancer screenings - April 17 Flagstaff Medical Center (FMC) is sponsoring the Take Note Flagstaff Lecture Series. The Tuesday, April 17 lecture, “Importance of colon cancer screening,” will feature gastroenterologist M. Angelo Trujillo, M.D. The lecture is 5:30 – 6:30 p.m. at...	March 30, 2012
	Mark Donnelly, M.D., named FMC 2012 Physician of the Year Mark Donnelly, M.D., F.A.C.S., has been named Flagstaff Medical Center’s 2012 Physician of the Year. Dr. Donnelly will receive FMC’s 19th annual Healing Excellence and Leadership (HEAL) award at a ceremony on Friday, March 30, as part of FMC’s...	March 29, 2012
	Diabetes Alert Day March 27: Get screened for diabetes In an effort to bring awareness about the symptoms and risks associated with diabetes, the community is invited to attend the Flagstaff Diabetes Alert Day. The event is designed to encourage Americans to get informed about the risks of diabetes and...	March 23, 2012
	FMC implements BOOST project to ease elderly patients' transitions out of the hospital Flagstaff Medical Center (FMC) is implementing Project BOOST – Better Outcomes for Older Adults Through Safe Transitions – to improve transitions from hospital to home. Project BOOST, a program initiated by the Society of Hospital Medicine (SHM),...	March 15, 2012
	Flagstaff Medical Center ranked by U.S. News and World Report Flagstaff Medical Center (FMC) is among the nation’s Best Regional Hospitals, according to U.S. News and World Report. This ranking names FMC as a best hospital in Northern Arizona. FMC is one of 247 high-performing hospitals in the U.S. and one of...	March 7, 2012
	Cancer Centers offer low-cost, take home colorectal cancer screening kits During the month of March – National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month – the Cancer Centers of Northern Arizona Healthcare will be offering low-cost, take-home colorectal cancer screening kits to promote the need for early detection and diagnosis of...	Feb. 24, 2012
	FMC receives $167,400 grant from AstraZeneca HealthCare Foundation Flagstaff Medical Center (FMC) recently received a $167,400 grant from the AstraZeneca HealthCare Foundation. The grant was awarded through the foundation’s Connections for Cardiovascular HealthSM program and will be used to create and fund the...	Feb. 16, 2012
	Flagstaff Medical Center implements new Geriatric Fracture Program Flagstaff Medical Center’s Spine and Joint Surgery Center’s new Geriatric Fracture Program is one of several programs the hospital has initiated to provide the highest quality healthcare for a growing population of elderly patients, especially those...	Feb. 15, 2012
	Free lecture: Natural ways to lower your cholesterol - Feb. 28 In celebration of American Heart Month in February, Flagstaff Medical Center, the Heart & Vascular Center of Northern Arizona and New Frontiers Natural Marketplace are sponsoring “Natural Ways to Lower Your Cholesterol” with Cardiologist Kenneth...	Feb. 14, 2012
	Flagstaff Medical Center selects new vice president of Ancillary Services Flagstaff Medical Center (FMC) has selected Irwin Bloom, B.S., M.B.A., to serve as its new vice president of Ancillary Services. Bloom replaces Roger Schuler, M.A., M.H.A., who recently retired after serving as FMC’s vice president of Ancillary...	Feb. 6, 2012
	Healthy Happy Hearts - Take Note Flagstaff Library Lecture Series Feb. 13 In celebration of American Heart Month in February, Flagstaff Medical Center, the Heart & Vascular Center of Northern Arizona and the Flagstaff Public Library are hosting “Healthy Happy Hearts.” Interventional Cardiologist Eric Cohen, M.D.,...	Jan. 30, 2012
	Flagstaff Medical Center to use smart phones to extend care for heart patients Flagstaff Medical Center (FMC) has enrolled its first patient into a ground-breaking new program, Care Beyond Walls and Wires, an initiative that will extend the care of patients beyond the walls of the hospital or physician’s office. In...	Jan. 18, 2012
	Flagstaff Medical Center opens new outpatient Supportive Care Clinic Patients living with chronic or life-threatening illnesses now have access to a new outpatient palliative care clinic at Flagstaff Medical Center (FMC). The Supportive Care Clinic is the newest component of FMC’s Palliative Care Program. Modeled...	Jan. 6, 2012