Greetings from Tahoe Forest Health System!
Dear Community,
August has been a busy month at Tahoe Forest Health System, with progress in several areas that support access to care across our region.
We are preparing to welcome and onboard five new primary care providers across the health system. In North Lake Tahoe, Incline Village Community Hospital also recently received approximately $1.5 million through Nevada’s Workforce Recruitment & Rural Access Program to support physician recruitment and retention.
On August 21, we’ll celebrate the ribbon-cutting for our new North Shore Clinic. The clinic will expand access to primary care for our North Lake Tahoe communities, and I look forward to celebrating with our team, community partners and everyone who helped bring the project to life. Beginning August 31, all Primary Care appointments in Tahoe City will take place at the new North Shore Clinic.
We’re also looking forward to Beyond Possible on September 25 at Everline Resort. In addition to our national keynote speakers, the full-day program will feature two panels with experts from our own community. Tahoe Forest Health System physicians will discuss advances in clinical care and the future of medicine in mountain communities, while local search-and-rescue and emergency-response experts will share their experiences responding to emergencies in the Sierra.
Seats are filling quickly. If registration is full when you sign up, we encourage you to join the waitlist as additional space may become available. Register now.
I’m grateful to the many people across Tahoe Forest Health System and our community who are helping move this work forward. Thank you for your continued support of Tahoe Forest Health System.
Warmly,
Anna M. Roth, RN, MS, MPH
President & CEO
New Lab Affordability Pilot: Lower-Cost Testing for Our Community
We’re making routine laboratory testing more affordable and accessible for our community.
Through the new Lab Affordability Pilot, Tahoe Forest Health System is offering 25% lower pricing on approximately 70% of laboratory tests. The pilot is available to all patients receiving eligible laboratory services, helping reduce financial barriers to getting the care you need.
How it works:
- Get a lab order from your provider
- Contact Financial Customer Service at (530) 582-3598 for a cost estimate and to learn about available financial support
- Schedule your lab appointment online or by calling (530) 582-6510
Pricing varies by test, so we encourage patients to reach out before their appointment to understand their options.
Learn more about the Lab Affordability Pilot.
Kind Words
“Omg! Keep doing what you’re doing! You have the BEST nurses; my care during this procedure was the best care I have ever received in my life. Dr. Watson was absolutely incredible! He is such a talented surgeon, caring, with a wonderful bedside manner. I truly felt like he gave his heart and soul to my nose!”
Ear, Nose, Throat (ENT)
Upcoming Health & Wellness Events
Wise Minds
Wise Mind Series is a FREE program featuring speakers and various topics, including nutrition, physical activity, sleep, mental health, cognitive games, and more!
September class: Virtual grocery store tour – Learn to meal prep with brain-healthy foods with dietitian Sarah Bernholt
When: September 2, 4 – 5:30 pm
Cost: FREE
Location: Tahoe Forest Hospital | Eskridge Conference Room off the main floor lobby
4-Week Metabolic Wellness Series
If you’re using a weight-loss medication, this comprehensive four-week program provides the education, tools, and support to help you achieve lasting results.
Led by a Registered Dietitian and a Certified Exercise Specialist/Health Coach, you’ll learn:
- How nutrition and GLP-1 medications work together to support metabolism
- Healthy eating strategies, meal planning, and symptom management
- Exercise routines that boost metabolism and help preserve muscle mass
- Body composition analysis and personalized fitness guidance
- Mindful eating techniques and sustainable habit-building
- The important roles of stress management, sleep, and long-term wellness planning
When: 4-week series on Wednesdays starts on September 2, 4-5 pm
Cost: $99 for the 4-week series
Location: Tahoe Forest Wellness – 10833 Donner Pass Rd, Truckee
Call Tahoe Forest Wellness to schedule your program at (530) 587-3769.
