April/2 017
Autism is a
bio neurological developmental disability that generally appears before the age of 3.
It impacts the normal development of the brain in the areas of social interaction, communication skills, and cognitive function. It is claimed that one in every 68 children has been diagnosed with autism.

For more information call VMC to be referred to a skilled physician. For childhood behavioral and mental illness contact VMC pediatrician, 
Kirk Coverston, MD

VMC's Star of the Month
Elba Navarro 
Internal Medicine


Have you thought about becoming an organ donor?
 
Learn how you can become an organ donor during the Donate LIFE Event set for 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Thursday, April 13, at VMC.
 
Learn the benefits of organ donation, register as an organ donor and learn about Advanced Directives. Look for the display near the QuickCare entrance, on the east side of VMC. Donors, donor recipients and social workers will be available to answer questions.
VMC's Third Annual Diabetes Walk was a success!

With over 300 participants, not even  the rain could stop us.

A special thank you to
all  of our vendors and participants who joined
us  on this early morning walk  to raise diabetes awareness. visit us at  www.vmchealth.com   for more photos.
VMC cardiologist also serving Tulare


Dr. Attaran,  a cardiologist with Visalia Medical Clinic, is now also providing
care for patients of retiring Tulare cardiologist, John Lin, MD. Dr. Attaran,
a native of Tulare, continues to serve cardiac patients through Visalia Medical Clinic.  For information, call 738-7551.


VMC's podiatrist
launches NEW website!

Jeffrey Hagen, DPM, has been treating foot and ankle problems since 2003, and is Board-certified by the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery. He earned his undergraduate degree in food science, followed by a four-year education in podiatry at the California College of Podiatric Medicine, where he earned his Doctor of Podiatric Medicine degree. He then completed a three-year residency consisting of clinical and surgical training and a one-year podiatric sports medicine fellowship at the Virginia Mason Medical Center in Seattle, WA. Visit WWW.VisaliaFootDoctor.com for more info.


The Aesthetic Center presents: The Doctor is in!

If you missed the LIVE Facebook Q&A with Board-certified plastic surgeon, Alex Lechtman watch Part 1 and 2 right here!