2023 Mountain Health Minutes
December 2023
Whether you’re planning on staying cozy inside this winter or hitting the slopes, Dr. Brian Evans, TFH Chief Medical Officer has a few suggestions to bolster your health to avoid COVID and the flu.
The holidays, winter months, and even the new year can present a difficult time for some. Tahoe Forest Health has providers to help you through these challenging times, and a few general tips if you’re feeling blue. Learn more about our Behavioral Health Services and setting healthy expectations...
Don’t miss getting regular lab tests done. Regular laboratory testing is an important part of screening for diseases and helps your provider capture a more complete picture of your overall health. Learn more from Dr. Brian Evans, TFH Chief Medical Officer.
Tahoe Forest Health System laboratory...
Tune in for a recap of the 2023 TFH Winter Illness & Injury Symposium. This annual educational event invites EMTs, ski patrol, paramedics, firefighters, law enforcement, RNs, PAs, NPs, physicians, SARS members, and other mountain and medical professionals to collaborate in addressing the needs...
The Tahoe Forest Health System is focused on community involvement and improvement. The Patient & Family Advisory Council allows TFHS to tap into what matters to the members who live and work in the community. Learn more about how this volunteer group works and how you might become involved.
We...
Tahoe Forest Hospital was founded on philanthropy, and through continued, generous support from our donors, our Health System can offer a wide variety of programs and services. Learn more about the original land donation from the Dick Joseph Family and how your financial support can make a...
Despite challenges, Tahoe Forest Health System is actively working to follow all emergency safety procedures, work with legislatures on adequate timing, and build increasingly safe buildings and processes for its patients and community. Learn more about the latest on California seismic compliance...
Tahoe WoRx consists of health professionals specializing in employee health programs, workers compensation, drug testing, pre-employment and DOT physicals and a comprehensive wellness program individualized to meet all health and wellness needs in the workplace.
Tahoe WoRx Occupational Health...
2023 was a great year for Tahoe Forest Health System. Harry Weis, our President and Chief Executive Officer, recaps our successes and changes over the past year.
Quality care in the comfort of your own home isn’t a myth. With Tahoe Forest Home Health Services, you can get quality care under the direction of a physician, allowing you (or your loved ones) to heal in comfortable and familiar surroundings.
Home Health provides care tailored to a patient's needs...
October 2023
The open enrollment period for Medicare is here and will be available until Dec. 7th. Watch the video to learn more about the process for open enrollment, including details about Medi-Cal and Medicare coverage for California residents.
If you have any questions, please call the Tahoe Forest...
Tahoe Forest Health System offers compassionate home health care, tailored to an individual’s needs. Click the video to learn more about our home health services, available across the region.
Registered nurses, Home Health Aides, Physical Therapists, Occupational Therapists, Speech Therapists, and...
While every month is a great month to take charge of your health, October is National Breast Health Awareness Month. Learn more about scheduling your mammogram with Tahoe Forest Health by tuning in here.
Tahoe Forest Hospital’s Briner Imaging Center offers Genius AI™ 3D Mammography™, now with...
What exactly is palliative care? Follow the video to learn how our specialists can be a resource to you, and your loved ones in a time of need.
Palliative care is focused on providing relief from the symptoms and stress of a serious illness by addressing the patient as a whole, not just a disease....
Formerly our Wellness Neighborhood program, Tahoe Forest Center for Health offers a wide array of classes, events, and screenings to keep you on track to feeling your best. Watch the video for details about our wellness programs.
Nutrition, lifestyle, and fitness programs designed for you.
The...
It’s common for sickness to travel this time of year. Click the video to learn more about flu & COVID prevention & treatment through Tahoe Forest Health.
Flu season runs October-April, and the CDC recommends everyone over the age of 6 months get a flu shot each year. Tahoe Forest Health...
The Tahoe Forest Health System’s Dr. Brian Evans, CMO, introduces himself to the community. Watch the video to hear about his story, and long-standing experience in the region as an emergency room doctor and healthcare administrator.
Dr. Brian Evans joined Tahoe Forest Health System in December...
Tahoe Forest Health is here when you need us. Tune in to learn about our emergency room and trauma care centers.
Emergency care available 24 hours a day, seven days a week
Visit an emergency room if you experience a life-threatening injury or illness, including fever in a newborn less than 3 months...
It can sometimes be tough to decide where to go in a healthcare crisis. Learn more from TFH CMO, Dr. Bryan Evans by watching the video.
Visit an urgent care clinic with an injury or illness that is not life threatening* but requires treatment within 24 hours. Urgent care offers a high level of...
Although Tahoe Forest Health System will always be there for its community, we prefer you stay healthy this holiday season. Dr. Bryan Evans, TFH CMO, gives you and your family tips to keep in mind in this season in the following video.
Urgent Care Holiday Hours
Our Urgent Care clinics will be open...
September 2023
The Incline Health Center provides convenient access to care for a variety of services including behavioral health, cardiology, pediatrics, primary care, and so much more. Watch the video to see how to access specialty care medical services, close to home.
Our providers offer high-quality medical...
Tahoe Forest Health System offers advanced, state-of-the-art testing and diagnostic services technology – typically found at large hospitals. Click the video to learn more about our convenient online lab scheduling.
Tahoe Forest Health System laboratory services are offered at locations in Truckee...
Your local nurses and physicians were recently recognized on a national level for their great communication! Tune in for details.
Nurses play a vital role in health care every day, performing the most essential health care tasks in various medical settings. The nursing profession offers many roles...
Maintaining an active, independent lifestyle is a vital part of living in the Truckee and North Lake Tahoe areas. Follow the video to learn how our PT programs can be a resource to you, living your best, active life.
Maintaining an active, independent lifestyle is a vital part of living in or...
Discover how the cancer center is providing the highest quality of cancer treatment as a part of a mountain healthcare system.
Located in the High Sierra town of Truckee, California, Gene Upshaw Memorial Tahoe Forest Cancer Center has a purpose as rarified as its elevation. Our goal is to provide...
The cornerstone to good health is playing an active role in your wellness journey. Click the video to learn more about available resources at the Tahoe Forest Center for Health.
We offer a variety of wellness programs and services, including: Nutrition Services - Individual nutrition consults,...
The Tahoe Forest Hospital Long-Term Care Center offers specialized care, a warm and friendly environment, and is accepting new residents. Watch the video to hear about the facility’s features.
The Tahoe Forest Hospital Long Term Care Center has earned a 5-Star rating for nursing homes by the...
Addiction is a treatable disease that can be managed with effective evidence-based medications, counseling techniques, individual, and group support. Tune in to learn about how our skilled MAT team assists in these treatments.
The Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) team at Tahoe Forest Health...
Tahoe Forest Heart to Heart can help on your path to recovery. Not sure where to start? Learn more by watching the video.
Tahoe Forest Health System is pleased to be the first location in California to offer the Pritikin Intensive Cardiac Rehab program. Pulmonary rehabilitation is a combination...
Primary care is a THE tool to maintaining good health, and accessing the full health system as you need it. Stay in the know and learn how to book your next appointment by watching the video.
With primary care clinics in Truckee and North Lake Tahoe, you'll find high-level care close to home. Our...
July 2023
Tahoe Forest Health System patients now have free access to RxLocal, an online web portal and app. RxLocal is specifically designed to connect patients to a local pharmacy, enhancing their access to care. Watch the video and learn how to streamline your pharmacy experience.
Tahoe Forest Health System recently received several awards in the 'Best of North Lake Tahoe & Truckee' 2023 Awards. Tune in for the specifics.
Find out how many opportunities you have to enhance your well-being. Click the video to learn more about the Tahoe Forest Center for Health.
Nutrition, lifestyle, and fitness programs designed for you.
Nutrition Services - Individual nutrition consults, cooking classes
Lifestyle Services -...
Tahoe Forest Health System Financial Customer Service Representatives are there to help in a number of ways. Tune into the video to learn how they can be a resource.
Billing: Wondering how much a procedure will cost?
Insurance: Confused about your benefits?
Payment Options: Need to make a...
Discover how the orthopedic professionals at Tahoe Forest Orthopedics & Sports Medicine are committed to offering the latest and most advanced pain management treatments for their patients.
At Tahoe Forest Orthopedics & Sports Medicine, our highly trained doctors are experts in the region....
Tune in to learn more about Tahoe Forest Health System’s Hospice Services. Additionally, you can support these services in the community by donating or shopping at our Gift & Thrift Store locations in Truckee & Incline Village.
Support in the form of tax-deductible gifts from individuals...
The Joseph Family Center for Women and Newborn Care provides comprehensive obstetrical and gynecological care with a family-centered focus and individualized support services. Watch the video to hear more about the Joseph Family Center.
The Joseph Family Center for Women and Newborn Care is a state...
Endocrinologists diagnose and manage conditions that affect the glands and hormones, restoring balance within the body’s systems. Tune in to learn about our skilled endocrinology team.
Specializing in the treatment of hormone and metabolic disorders.
Advanced orthopedic technology like the VELYS Robotic-Assisted Solution helps surgeons perform surgery tailored to each patient's anatomy with digital precision and accuracy. Tahoe Forest Health System puts YOU first – learn more by watching the video.
Benefits of robotic-assisted knee replacement...
May 2023
Healthcare doesn’t have to be a hassle. The Nurse Navigation Program makes sure of that by providing assistance to our local patients facing cancer. Learn more by watching the video.
What is the Nurse Navigator program?
When faced with a cancer diagnosis, patients are forced to deal with a host of...
Find out how emergency care differs from other levels of care Tahoe Forest Health System offers. The expert team of emergency department physicians is available to you and your loved ones 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Tune in for the specifics.
The Sierra-Sacramento Valley Emergency Medical...
Find out how easy scheduling a lab appointment can be. Click the video to get started at a location near you.
Tahoe Forest Health System laboratory services are offered at locations in Truckee, Tahoe City and Incline Village. Lab work includes adult and pediatric blood draws, non-blood specimen...
Expert Wound Care Services aren’t common in communities of our size, but it is our mission to ensure you have access to the best care, even for specialty needs. Learn more about our wound care program in Truckee.
Wound Therapy Services
Sharp Debridement
Enzymatic Debridement
Therapeutic...
Our goal is to provide you with more resources beyond when you are sick. Learn more about our wellness classes, offered throughout the year in a variety of subjects.
Discover the differences between conventional 2D mammography scans and the advanced Genius 3D mammography exams offered at Tahoe Forest Hospital’s Briner Imaging Center.
Our services include a radiology department with ultrasound, nuclear medicine, PET/CT,DEXA screening, MRI, and CT Services. The...
Tune in to learn more about Tahoe Forest Health System’s Pediatric services. From routine well-child visits, sports physical exams, and sick care, we’ve got your little loved ones covered.
We offer services and resources that will keep your kids healthy and thriving. Our pediatricians provide...
A pillar of great care in any community … learn more about The Long Term Care Center at Tahoe Forest Hospital. With 24-hour care and a team of compassionate caregivers, it’s a comprehensive approach to long-term care.
The Tahoe Forest Hospital Long Term Care Center has earned a 5-Star rating for...
Tahoe Forest Health System is proud to offer the community a variety of specialty care services, including audiology, cardiology, urology and so many more. Watch the video to hear the expansive (and always growing) list of specialty services.
Our MultiSpecialty clinics offer a wide variety of...
Our multiple urgent care locations offer a high level of service, including ready staff and onsite diagnostic services such as x-rays and lab testing. Find out where by tuning in.
As of June 1, 2023, our dedicated Urgent Care clinics in Truckee and Tahoe City is open 8am-6pm everyday. Visit an...
April 2023
In this episode, learn about Tahoe Forest Health System’s family-centered approach to care for women and newborns.
The Joseph Family Center for Women and Newborn Care provides comprehensive obstetrical and gynecological care with a family-centered focus and individualized support services. Our...
Total Knee Replacement shouldn’t be scary. Find out how this technology helps improve outcomes, increase mobility, and more.
If you are experiencing knee pain due to a chronic condition, like knee arthritis, and are considering knee replacement or other treatment options, call (530) 587-7461 to...
Tahoe Forest Health System offers a variety of resources for mental health. Learn more about how the behavioral health team can help.
If you need help, we have resources to get you the care you need. Our experienced team members offer an extensive line of mental and behavioral health services....
Convenient access to care for a variety of ailments, all under one roof. Discover more about the Incline Health Center, located inside Incline Village Community Hospital.
Incline Health Center
880 Alder Avenue, 2nd Floor
Incline Village, NV 89451
(775) 831-6200
Open Monday – Saturday, 8am – 5 pm
Discover more about how the physical therapy & rehabilitation team can facilitate a quick and safe recovery, getting patients back to the things they love.
We treat a variety of patients including community members, professional and recreational athletes, post-surgical patients, seniors, adults...
Tahoe Forest Health System’s Heart to Heart Program helps patients achieve their wellness goals and keep their hearts strong; learn more in this episode.
Safe, effective and fun exercise class for all ages and fitness levels
Class includes aerobic conditioning on various equipment including...
Tune in to learn about how hospice can support patients and their families, as well as how those programs are partially funded by Tahoe Forest Health System’s Gift & Thrift Stores.
Thrift Store - Truckee
Tahoe Forest Hospice Gift & Thrift
10338 River Park Place
Truckee, CA 96161
(530)...
Watch to gain insight into the popular Walking Challenge. YOU are encouraged to participate, making a step towards daily health and well-being.
Join our community for a 4-week virtual walk along the Tahoe Rim Trail!
Tahoe Forest Health System is supported in numerous ways by its volunteers. Watch the video to learn more about how to get involved.
Tahoe Forest Health System depends on loyal volunteers. The volunteer programs at Tahoe Forest Hospital and Incline Village Community Hospital provide non-medical...
Tahoe Forest Hospital was named one of America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Patient Experience, Emergency Care, as well as Obstetrics by the Women’s Choice Award. Find out how by tuning in.
The award signifies that Tahoe Forest Hospital has been ranked within the top 100 hospitals of similar size based...
Watch to learn about the specialty designation of Tahoe Forest Hospital’s Joseph Family Center for Women and Newborn Care.
This distinguished honor demonstrates that the Joseph Family Center for Women and Newborn Care is adhering to the highest standards of care for breastfeeding mothers and their...
In this episode, learn what items are accepted and appreciated at both the Truckee and Incline locations.
We Appreciate: Clothing donations in bags off of the hanger
Household donations in clean sellable condition
Furniture (Truckee store only)
Electrical items and sports equipment accepted on...
February 2023
Learn more about the new 3.0 Tesla MRI technology now available at Tahoe Forest Hospital.
The new MRI adapts to each patient’s unique body to deliver stunning precision, accuracy, speed and efficiency. This latest addition was proudly supported by a $500,000 grant from the Tahoe Forest Health...
Hear more about Pediatric services and resources available at the Health System that keep the children in our community healthy and thriving.
We are available for any medical need your child may have, including:
Well-child care
Sick care
Vaccinations
School and sports physical exams
Call our...
This episode discusses an important service that is available to local employers in the region.
Tahoe WoRx is a service of the Tahoe Forest Health System available to all local employers in the Tahoe, Truckee, and Incline Village area. Tahoe WoRx consists of health professionals specializing in...
Hear about the state-of-the-art technology available at Tahoe Forest Orthopedics and Sports Medicine.
Services:
Ambulatory surgery center
Digital X-ray
iovera
Occupational therapy
Ultrasound-guided injections
Orthopedic telemedicine
Osteoporosis clinic
Robotic-assisted knee replacement
This episode discusses the Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT) Program that helps patients suffering from opioid addiction.
Tahoe Forest's Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT) program stops the use of the problem drug. It combats the effects of withdrawal and eases cravings. Additionally, MAT...
Hear more about the Tahoe Forest Health System’s Endocrinology services, team, and location in this episode.
Our services include the comprehensive evaluation and treatment of conditions such as:
Diabetes
Thyroid and parathyroid disease
Adrenal disorders
Calcium disorders, osteoporosis, and...
Learn more about the wide variety of services available at our MultiSpecialty Clinics in Tahoe City, Truckee, and Incline Village.
Our MultiSpecialty clinics offer a wide variety of specialty services, right here in the Truckee-Tahoe region. This means you don't need to travel out of the area for...
Learn more about the full array of classes offered by the Tahoe Forest Center for Health.
Classes, workshops and events for health and wellness
Learn more about the Tahoe Forest Health System Foundation and what we support in this episode.
Donations to the Tahoe Forest Health System Foundation may be directed to a specific department, program or service, or to the area of greatest need.
Annalise King Hall Fund
Area of Greatest Need...
Discover more about Hospice services and how the Tahoe Forest Health System Hospice Gift and Thrift stores in Truckee and Incline Village contribute to patient care in the region.
We appreciate:
Clothing donations in bags off of the hanger
Household donations in clean sellable condition...
January 2023
In this episode, hear more about Tahoe Forest Health System’s patient resources.
Sign up today and gain 24/7 access to your health care
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Ask medical questions
Access test results
Request medication refills
Schedule appointments
Pay your bill, and more!
Tahoe Forest Health System is raising awareness in the community on the importance of getting screened for colorectal cancer.
A colonoscopy is one of several screening tests for colorectal cancer. During a colonoscopy, precancerous growths can be removed before they even turn to cancer.
Talk with...
Learn more about the Health System’s convenient way for patients to schedule lab services.
Tahoe Forest Health System laboratory services are offered at locations in Truckee, Tahoe City and Incline Village. Lab work includes adult and pediatric blood draws, non-blood specimen drop-offs, and EKGs....
Discover more about this prestigious award in this episode.
Tahoe Forest Health System Receives 2022 Press Ganey Human Experience Guardian of Excellence Awards and Pinnacle of Excellence Award.
As a winner of the Press Ganey HX Guardian of Excellence Award®, Tahoe Forest Health System’s Emergency...
Discover more about the wide variety of services available at the Tahoe Forest Pharmacy.
Tahoe Forest Pharmacy fills prescriptions for patients from all of our outpatient specialty clinics, the emergency room, patients discharged from the hospital, Tahoe Forest District employees, long term care...
Tahoe Forest Health System’s Grateful Patient program allows grateful patients to connect and honor the caregivers that cared for them; learn more in this episode.
Patients are overwhelmingly grateful for the care they receive here, and frequently ask how they can thank valued caregivers for the...
Tune in to learn more about the Nurse Navigator Program designed to assist patients so they can focus on healing.
Our Customer Care Navigators guide local residents and area visitors through Tahoe Forest Health System. Customers Care Navigators make it simple and want you to be satisfied with your...
Learn more about the Tahoe Forest Orthopedics & Sports Medicine team and the state-of-the-art services they offer to their patients.
Available in Truckee at our Tahoe Forest Orthopedics & Sports Medicine and Tahoe Forest Sports Medicine & Therapy Services locations and in Incline...
Learn more about free oncology support services available at the Gene Upshaw Memorial Tahoe Forest Cancer Center.
This approach addresses social, psychological, emotional, and functional needs before, during and after the course of treatment. We use an integrated, whole-person approach that...
Learn more about the Tahoe Forest Health System Foundation's latest contribution to the Orthopedics and Sports Medicine team.
To learn more or to consult with one of our experts about the VELYS Robotic-Assisted Solution for knee replacements, please call (530) 587-7461
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