Palomar UC San Diego Health Medical Group Recognized as a Most Improved Provider Organization by IHA’s Medical Advantage Program

New Device Reduces Need for Blood Thinners

Device Alternative to blood thinners

Palomar Health is offering a new, life-changing procedure for people who experience irregular rhythms and/or are taking blood thinners. Atrial fibrillation often manifests itself with a rapid heart beat (arrhythmia), which can lead to blood clots in the heart, increasing a person’s risk of stroke, heart failure and other heart complications.

Congenital Heart Disease Screening

Baby on a rug with heart-shaped paper cutouts

In recognition of American Heart Month (February), Palomar Health’s Birth Centers in Escondido and Poway would like everyone to know every newborn receives a congenital heart disease screening before he/she leaves the hospital as an early intervention/prevention measure.

Diabetes, Hearing Loss and Balance

Seniors example of hearing loss

There is a scientifically provable relationship between our auditory and vestibular/balance sense and complications arising from diabetes. In fact, persons with diabetes often present signs of hearing difficulties earlier than those without diabetes. Therefore, it becomes imperative for those diagnosed with diabetes to explore ways to manage outcomes.

Palomar UC San Diego Health Welcomes Newly Appointed Board Member Michael Pacheco

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San Diego’s largest healthcare district, Palomar Health is proud to announce its newest appointed board member, Michael Pacheco of Valley Center. Pacheco was appointed for a one-year term on Monday, December 13 after being voted in by the entire board to serve the Palomar Health District encompassing 800 square miles with more than 500,000 residents.