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SVH dedicates Healing Garden to Norman Gilroy
On April 4, the Sonoma Valley Hospital celebrated the dedication of their new Healing Garden to longtime hospital supporter, Norman Gilroy. Inspired by CEO Kelly Mather, the garden was made possible through the passion, planning and execution on the part of Human Resources Director Paula Davis, Facilities Director Jorge Alvarado, and both Rosa Construction and Waldron’s Landscaping who both donated time and materials. The garden was designed by Marah Marlette. A crowd of well-wishers gathered for the hospital’s now highly reputed refreshment spread, and SVH Board Chair Peter Hohorst introduced the ceremony. As the air handlers hummed behind him, Board… Read More
What Will Happen to Your Pet in an Emergency or Disaster?
Arroyo Veterinary Hospital and SVDOG Present Five Easy Steps to A Pet Disaster Plan On Thursday, April 26 from 6 to 8 p.m., Dr. Rhonda Stallings of Arroyo Veterinary Hospital will conduct a Pet First Aid and Emergency Preparedness Workshop sponsored by SVDOG (Sonoma Valley Dog Owners and Guardians) at the Sonoma Valley Hospital, which will provide information and resources for pet owners. Learn how to recognize and respond to all types of pet emergencies, as well as how to prepare for a major disaster such as an earthquake. According to the Red Cross, you may have to survive for… Read More
Urologist Dr. Harry Neuwirth is now seeing patients in Sonoma, on Mondays, in the Prima offices.
A 20 year resident of Marin, he is now treating Sonoma patients for the full scope of urological services, including bladder, kidney and prostate cancer, kidney stones, incontinence, ED and more. Dr. Neuwirth is kind, friendly and easy to talk to. He has a wealth of knowledge to share whether it’s about nagging, inconvenient complaints or more serious problems. He approaches his specialty with a demeanor that puts patients at ease, even with uncomfortable issues. Dr. Neuwirth explains, “As people age, they don’t tend to think of themselves as aging a little each day, but one day will wake up… Read More
Parcel Tax Passes
Measure A, which extends a parcel tax to raise $2.8 million annually for Sonoma Valley Hospital, has been approved by 73 percent of voters. The $195 tax, levied on property parcels of all sizes, both commercial and residential, is now in place for another five years. “It feels great,” said Bill Hutchinson, chair of the Yes on A committee, after the results were announced Tuesday night. “The main thing is, we have a wonderful hospital and people get it. They know it’s a valuable part of the community.” Just over 10,000 people, about half of the hospital district’s registered voters,… Read More