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Check out this video capturing the historic moment when 220 patients were moved into the new Valleywise Health Medical Center, starting at 3 a.m. on June 13th. https://lnkd.in/gCZdHYDA

As a heat wave grips Arizona and the Southwest, surgeons at the Diane & Bruce Halle Arizona Burn Center are seeing an increase in elderly patients with severe burn injuries from contact with hot pavement and other surfaces. At a news conference this week, Dr. Kevin Foster, burn center director, was joined by 71-year-old burn survivor Robert Woolley of Phoenix, who last year suffered serious burns after falling on hot gravel in his backyard. The burn center is seeking to raise public awareness of burn risks associated with extreme heat. Story: https://lnkd.in/ggDNabna

Arizona Burn Center Director Dr. Kevin Foster today joined the Phoenix Fire Department in reminding residents to leave fireworks to the professionals. While the state may have legalized the sale of some fireworks, most fireworks are still illegal to set off in the city of Phoenix. The only fireworks that are OK are novelty fireworks like sparklers, but even those can be dangerous and lead to severe burns. “All of these injuries are preventable,” said Dr. Foster. “Just because these fireworks are legal does not mean they are safe. Anything that explodes or catches on fire is potentially dangerous to human beings.”

It’s been two weeks since we safely moved over 200 patients in beds or wheelchairs to large, private rooms in the new Valleywise Health Medical Center. This news report captures how our employees, physicians, and volunteers worked tirelessly to plan and execute this massive operation. “It’s a historic moment and the fulfillment of a promise to the people of Maricopa County to build a new public teaching hospital and safety net system of care for the residents of our beautiful Valley and throughout the Southwest,” said Steve Purves, President & CEO. https://lnkd.in/gxMgVf_E

“Yesterday, we began the move of more than 220 patients from our legacy ‘county’ hospital, and into a state-of-the-art, modern medical center. At 3 a.m., we closed the doors to our old emergency department for good, ushering in a new era of healthcare, especially for the most vulnerable patients in our community.” - Steve Purves, President & CEO The transition was filled with emotion as our dedicated team carefully moved patients into their new, environments. We’re incredibly proud of our staff for their hard work and preparation, ensuring a smooth transition. Thank you to all our employees—you are the heart and soul of Valleywise Health. Today marks a significant milestone in our continuous journey to provide exceptional care for our community. #ValleywiseHealth #NewBeginnings #HealthcareExcellence #CommunityCare

Looking back on the busy 1971 move, Mary Rose Wilcox, a member of the Maricopa County Special Health Care District Board of Directors, remembers when hundreds of patients were transferred from the old county hospital to the then Maricopa County General Hospital. This week, we’re getting ready to move about 200 patients to the new Valleywise Health Medical Center. Check out the video here: https://lnkd.in/gBsQMaJZ

We are one week way from the grand opening of the new Valleywise Health Medical center! Dr. Kevin Foster, Arizona Burn Center Director, arrived at Valleywise Health in 1999 and began working with the late Dr. Daniel Caruso “to build the best burn center in the United States.” Today, as we prepare open the world class Diane & Bruce Halle Arizona Burn Center, Dr. Foster looks back on the amazing journey he began with Dr. Caruso. Watch full video here: https://lnkd.in/gBsQMaJZ

Mission Moment: Drs Daniela Cocco, Natalie Ertz-Archambault, Christina Renee Ferraro, and Elizabeth Ferguson shared each of their “why Valleywise” story with the Valleywise Health Foundation Board of Directors. Their passion and dedication to those they care for, as well as for each other, is praiseworthy. District Medical Group Valleywise Health Foundation

Our CEO Steve Purves, FACHE was proud to have represented Valleywise Health at the national HealthSpaces conference in Scottsdale, AZ today. The conference featured leaders in healthcare Facilities, Construction and Campus Master Planning from across the country. Mr. Purves was invited to speak about how he helped steer a financial turnaround 10 years ago that allowed us to realize the dream of opening a brand new hospital tower through the publicly funded Care Reimagined program.

Wrapping up mental health Month! As the only provider of court ordered inpatient behavioral health evaluation in Maricopa County, Valleywise Health is proud to provide access to these much-needed services to members of our community across 4 facilities. As we advocate for mental health awareness and support, our Avondale, Central Phoenix, Maryvale, and Mesa locations stand ready to provide compassionate care and support to those in need. Let's prioritize mental health together this May and beyond!