How to Protect Your Family from a Measles Outbreak
As of March 6, 2025, the United States has had three measles outbreaks and a total of 222 cases across 12 states- a significant increase when compared to 2024.
Entries by District Medical Group
Valleywise Health, Black History Month – Dr. Mosley
Dr. Mosley shares her personal journey to becoming a psychiatrist, the challenges she has overcome and the deep impact she makes on her patients’ lives. Her story highlights the importance of representation in medicine and the power of compassionate care.
Living with Spina Bifida
As a child with spina bifida grows, complications associated with the disease may surface and potentially deteriorate some of their physical and mental functional abilities. The goal of treatment is to monitor for these issues and try to prevent them.
What is Spina Bifida?
Spina bifida is a birth defect in which an area of the spinal column does not form properly, leaving a section of the spinal cord and spinal nerves exposed through an opening in the back.
Meet Roni Fox, FNP-C, PMHNP-BC
Get to know Roni Fox, FNP-C, PMHNP-BC, a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner caring for patients and their families at DMG Children’s Rehabilitative Services (DMG CRS). Hear about her experience, goals for her patients, and approach to care.
Counseling/Stress Awareness Month
April is Counseling/Stress Awareness Month. Get to know Roni Fox, FNP-C, PMHNP-BC, a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner caring for patients and their families at DMG Children’s Rehabilitative Services Hear about her experience, goals for her patients, and approach to care.
What is Chronic Kidney Disease?
According to the National Kidney Foundation, 37 million adults in the United States are living with CKD – and approximately 90% do not even know they have it. When kidneys become damaged and are unable to do their jobs optimally over a period of time, it is called chronic kidney disease (CKD).
What is a Physician Assistant?
Did you know that October 6-12, 2023 is National Physician Assistant Week? To all physician assistants within District Medical Group and across the nation, “Happy Physician Assistant Week! We appreciate you.”
Terapia de salud/Behavioral Health Therapy
Muy buenas tardes gente la Tricolor aquí me encuentro con arlín en dmg Sears y nos va a estar platicando de su rol aquí tan importante para los niños nombre serlín yo trabajo aquí desde el 2019 mi error es que integrar el cuidado…
DMG Children’s Rehabilitative Services Recognized as Arizona Complete Health-Complete Care Plan Center of Excellence
DMG Children’s Rehabilitative Services (DMG CRS) has been designated as an Arizona Complete Health-Complete Care Plan Center of Excellence (COE). DMG CRS will serve as a COE for children from birth to age five and for transition age youth.
Valleywise Health Launches Minimally Invasive Pain Management Services at Peoria Location
The science of treating pain has evolved beyond an over reliance on medication and surgery, and at Valleywise Comprehensive Health Center – Peoria, patients who are experiencing pain can get the right treatment with the highest standards of safety and patient care.
Cómo los trabajadores sociales de DMG CRS apoyan a nuestros pacientes y sus familias
(DMG CRS) Los trabajadores sociales médicos se aseguran de que los pacientes y sus familias tengan acceso a la atención y el apoyo adecuados. Nuestros trabajadores sociales facilitan el tratamiento médico centrado en la familia durante las citas en persona y de telesalud.
How to Reduce Your Risk of a Heart Attack
Andree Jones, DO, primary care sports medicine physician, shares risk factors for a heart attack and how to reduce your risk of heart disease.
Healthy Nutrition Habits for Your Child
DMG Children’s Rehabilitative Services (DMG CRS) registered dietitian, Dominica Dieffenbach, RDN, shares why starting your child off with healthy nutritional habits is critical to their future health.
Reducing Your Risk of Cervical Cancer
The early stages of cervical cancer don’t have any symptoms, and that’s why it’s so important to get your well-woman exam annually. If you are aged 21-30, pap smears are recommended every three years
Ross F. Goldberg, MD admitted into ACS Academy of Master Surgeon Educators
Ross F. Goldberg, MD, FACS, a District Medical Group (DMG) general surgeon in Phoenix, AZ, is among a group of 65 esteemed surgeon educators inducted into membership in the American College of Surgeons (ACS) Academy of Master Surgeon Educators
Tips for Getting Children with Special Needs Vaccinated
Whether it’s childhood immunizations or vaccinations for the flu or COVID-19, getting a vaccine is an anxiety-causing process for many children. If your child has special needs or a complex medical condition, getting vaccinations can be more stressful for both you and your child.
The Importance and Safety of Childhood Vaccinations
As a parent or guardian, it’s our responsibility to provide safe care for our children and asking questions and getting the facts from credible sources are part of that responsibility.
District Medical Group (DMG) to Close Primary Care Clinics
Your medical records will remain confidential with DMG. A copy of your medical records can be transferred only through your expressed written permission and authorization.
Benefits of Breastfeeding for You and Your Baby
The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) recommends “exclusive breastfeeding for about six months, followed by continued breastfeeding as complementary foods are introduced, with continuation of breastfeeding for one year or longer as mutually desired by mother and infant.”
